Read about some of the latest news, events, and programs in Lexington Two through the following update, emailed to Lexington Two Families and Staff on March 6, 2026, as part of the district's regular monthly updates.
We have fewer than 20 school days until spring break, and then just about 30 days when we return from break until the last day of school. Time has surely flown!
Our goal in this final stretch is to keep the focus on finishing the school year strong and ensuring that our students are prepared for their next chapters, whether that is moving on to the next grade level or graduating and moving on to college, career, or military.
With time short and many academic requirements ahead, there are several things you can do to help ensure that your child is prepared to get the most out of each remaining school day:
Regular attendance is a must to ensure that your child stays on track with understanding and building academic skills and knowledge. For high schoolers, the attendance requirement is key for graduation. Board Policy JH states: “In order to receive credit for a high school course, a student must attend at least 85 days or the equivalent (for a 90-day semester course) or 170 days or the equivalent (for a 180-day course) in order to receive credit. Credit will be denied if unlawful absences exceed three (3) in a semester course or five (5) in a year-long course. The board may grant approval of excessive absences in accordance with board policy.”
Ensure that your child is practicing healthy habits, including getting adequate sleep, minimizing screen time, getting fresh air and exercise, and eating well (including free breakfast and lunch for every student in Lexington Two schools).
Offer support where you can, whether that’s reading aloud together, proofing a writing assignment, or promoting positivity and confidence. If you’d like your child to have extra academic practice outside the classroom and extra help sessions in school, remember that Varsity Tutors offers free on demand 24/7 chat tutoring, self-study resources like recorded content, practice problems, adaptive diagnostic tests, and much more.
Our school teachers, staff, and administrators are here to do whatever it takes to support your child throughout the year. Please reach out anytime.
NEWS & HAPPENINGS
Enrollment assistance for 2026-2027: We’ve got a number of events this spring for families to get in-person assistance to enroll their students for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Click this link for upcoming events. Families can register for any school at these locations, and interpreters will be on hand. Families may also register any time during school hours at their child’s school, at the district office (8 a.m.-4 p.m.), and online by clicking this link. The first day of school for the 2026-2027 school year is Wednesday, August 5.
MAP Testing this month: MAP testing is scheduled for March 16-27 in elementary and middle schools. These assessments offer a “custom” experience for students, measuring what they know and how they are growing academically, to help teachers maximize every student’s potential. Take a look at this Family Guide to learn more about this testing.
Dual Language Immersion Parent Panel: If you have a student starting kindergarten next year, join us in-person or virtually to learn more about Lexington Two’s Dual Language Immersion Program. The event is set for 5:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10 at Riverbank Elementary School, 160 Cougar Drive, West Columbia. Register for this free session if you’re planning to attend by clicking here, and if you’ll be joining virtually, we’ll provide a link.
Uniform scheduling for high schools: We recently sent an email communication to middle and high school families about the new uniform high school bell schedule for Airport High School and Brookland-Cayce High School. This new schedule will offer students more flexibility to meet their own scheduling and academic needs, increased access to Innovation Center-based college and career programs, as well as an anticipated expansion of higher level classes at the two high schools, such as more AP courses. Here’s a link to the email.
Early College/Dual Enrollment Application Deadline: The deadline to apply for the Early College/Dual Enrollment programs for the 2026-2027 school year is March 20. Get information about the programs on the Lexington Two Innovation Center website. Other questions? Email tiffany@lex2.org.
School Climate Survey now open: Each year, parents/legal guardians are asked to complete a formal School Climate survey that relates to the SC Department of Education’s annual school report card. This survey gives us a quick look at how we're doing at providing a welcoming school environment and fostering a positive school climate at your child’s school. The survey is open through April 17. Click a link to get started: Parent Access Directions (English) or
Parent Access Directions (Spanish).
WHO DOESN’T LIKE FREE?
Free haircuts at the L2IC: Everyone loves a bargain, and this one helps students in the Barbering program at the Lexington Two Innovation Center earn required hours for licensing. Students, under the supervision of Innovation Center Barbering instructor Chet Henderson, are offering free haircuts weekdays, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Individuals should check in at the front office at the Innovation Center, 509 Bulldog Blvd., Cayce, and bring an ID for a visitor badge. Then, exit the office out the front door and enter the Barbering door on the left. There is no charge for haircuts but tips for a good cut are accepted.
Free Comet rides for students: Students enrolled in Lexington Two have free access to the Comet bus system. Students must present their school-issued ID card to the driver for free rides to any location within the bus system seven days a week. Routes and other information at https://catchthecometsc.gov/
SHOUT-OUTS
National honors: Congratulations to Brookland-Cayce High School senior Aimee Lam, who has been honored with two national recognitions. She has been named a candidate for the 2026 US Presidential Scholars Program, and she has been selected as a finalist in the National Merit Scholarship Program. Both programs are among the most prestigious recognitions for the nation’s graduating seniors.
Leadership program: Congratulations to Airport High School 10th-grader Jaiden Sherman, who has been selected for the newest cohort of Maxwell Leadership Student Ambassadors (MLSA), a values-based leadership initiative for students from 7th grade through college who demonstrate a heart for leadership, problem-solving, and serving others. Its mission is to engage, equip, and empower student leaders to foster positive change in their schools and communities.
Showstoppers! Congratulations to the Saluda River Academy for the Arts Showstoppers, who competed at the SC Dance Association’s State Championship and won the top spot in Elementary Pom. They are State Champions!
Wrestling State Champion: Speaking of champions, congratulations to Airport High School wrestler Givyn Dyer, who won the 140-pound championship title by pinning her opponent at the 3:30 mark. It was her third appearance in the State Championships and her first title.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Spring arts events: There is no shortage of research showing the benefits of arts participation in a child’s life. That’s part of the reason Lexington Two schools have robust arts programs and extracurriculars. Our spring calendar is full of theatre, dance, music and fine arts, including the District Arts Showcase Exhibition, going on through March 26 on the first and second floor lobbies of the Performing Arts Center. Stop by our district office, around the back of the building, to visit, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays. Check out other arts events being offered at district schools by clicking this link.Check out community events at our Performing Arts Center as well.
Other events
March 12: Early release day for students
March 13: In-person weather makeup day on school campuses
March 18: Report cards
March 18: District Art Showcase reception for student families
March 19: Monthly board meeting (watch live on meeting night)
April 3, April 6-10: Spring break