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Senior adults and KCSD retirees can attend school-sponsored events free

Kershaw County citizens age 65 years or older and Kershaw County School District retirees can receive lifetime Golden Circle passes that allow them to attend school-sponsored activities or athletic events free of charge.

Back-to-School Reminders for 2026-2027

Find everything families need to prepare for the first day of school on Thursday, July 30, including school hours, kindergarten staggered-start dates, meals, buses, supply lists, calendars, and other important back-to-school information. The page also includes links to key resources and school contact information for additional questions.

Pedersen named Lugoff-Elgin Middle Assistant Principal

Lugoff-Elgin Middle School announces Chelsea Pedersen as its new assistant principal.

Kershaw County School District announces new substitute staffing partnership with ESS

Kershaw County School District is pleased to announce its partnership with national educational staffing firm ESS to manage daily and long-term substitute services starting this school year.

KCSD announces administrative hires

During the July 7 board meeting, the Kershaw County School Board approved several administrative recommendations including naming Cynthia Jowers as the new director of student services, Kristi Brown as the new assistant principal of Wateree Elementary, and Reagan Payseur as the new assistant principal of Midway Elementary.

KCSD Registration Opens July 6

Families of returning Kershaw County School District students—including families who completed their pre-kindergarten or kindergarten students’ initial enrollment this spring—will receive an email with their students’ registration codes and instructions to complete the online registration process on Monday, July 6.

Educating All Students for Success

Nestled in the heart of the Palmetto State, the Kershaw County School District is home to over 11,500 students and over 1,000 employees. Our graduation rate is over 90%, and more than 90 percent of our graduates attend college or some other form of continuing education, join the military or enter the workforce.