SMC honors list: Three area students made the honors lists for the 2023 fall semester at Spartanburg Methodist College in Spartanburg. Harleigh Payne of Kershaw was named to the president’s list (3.8 GPA). Ava Jack and Ashton Phillips, both of Lancaster, were named to the dean’s list (3.5 GPA).
WCU honors list: Four area students made honors lists for the 2023 fall semester at Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, N.C. Alexandra Ballard of Lancaster and Devin Costello of Fort Mill were named to the chancellor’s list (3.8 GPA). Hailey Sims of Lancaster and Trace Wooten of Indian Land were named to the dean’s list (3.5 GPA).
Catawba presidential honor: Kinsey Bishop of Indian Land was named to the presidential honor roll (3.7 GPA-higher) for the 2022-23 school year at Catawba College in Salisbury, N.C. Bishop was also named to the dean’s list (3.5 GPA) for the 2023 fall semester.
Clarkson University honor: Paige Arden Palmer of Lancaster was named a presidential scholar (3.8 GPA) at Clarkson University in Potsdam, N.Y.
Phi Kappa Phi: Hakim Diaz, Deanna Gerszewski and Faith Watson, all of Indian Land, were recently initiated into the Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi, the nation’s oldest and most selective all-discipline collegiate honor society, at Winthrop University in Rock Hill.
Sigma Kappa Delta: Ava Jack of Lancaster was recently initiated into the English Honor Society of Sigma Kappa Delta at Spartanburg Methodist College in Spartanburg.
Citadel Gold Stars awarded: John Rush and Robert Powell, both of Indian Land, were named Gold Star recipients at The Citadel in Charleston. Gold stars are awarded to cadets and students who earned a 3.7 GPA for the fall semester. They are also on the dean’s list (3.2 GPA).
Coastal Carolina honors lists: Thirty-six area students made the honors list for the 2023 fall semester at Coastal Carolina University in Conway.
On the president’s list (4.0 GPA) are Chloe Duernberger, Meredith Kane, Kaela Sier, all of Fort Mill; Emma Fenster, Ariana Levitan, Clay Penegar, Michael Sas, Christian Thompson, all of Indian Land; and Demetria Cabbagestalk, Claire Plyler, McKensi Sutton, Aliyah Vincent, Jenna Watson, all of Lancaster.
On the dean’s list (3.5 GPA) are Stevie Currie, Ryan Duernberger, Olivia Guadagna, Jenna Luera, Jordan Mock, Charlotte Pattison, Cody Swiler, Elizabeth Younce, all of Fort Mill; Carter Mathis, Za’Mya Thompson, Annsley Vick, all of Heath Springs; Matheson Cox, Grace Seidel, Olivia West, all of Indian Land; Landon Jordan of Kershaw; and Reagan Bowers, William Corzo, Ezra Crenshaw, Laney Horton, Lilly Horton, Braden Jackson, Alex Martin and Thomas Ort, all of Lancaster.
Lander honors lists: Fifteen area students made the honors lists for the 2023 fall semester at Lander University in Greenwood.
A’Margieona Catoe and Caroline Hammon of Heath Springs, Lilly Funderburk, Emily Prete and Jervonia Stewart, all of Lancaster, made the president’s list (4.0 GPA).
Hannah Hewitt of Heath Springs; Anastasia Kharabadzhu, Emma Palka, Austin Ross, all of Indian Land; and Kendall Bohn, Gracie Helms, Ashton Neal, Taylor Neal, Karli Rathel and Ashytn Sanders, all of Lancaster, made the dean’s list (3.5-3.9 GPA).
LCSD Community Forums: The Lancaster County School District has announced several community forums, allowing Superintendent Dr. Raashad Fitzpatrick to speak with the public in each area of the county. The dates and locations of the remaining 5:30 p.m. forums are:
• April 11 at the Buford Elementary Cafeteria, 1906 N. Rocky River Road, Lancaster
• April 25 at the Andrew Jackson High School Multipurpose Building, 6875 Kershaw Camden Highway, Kershaw
Tri-County Golf Club Scholarship: The Tri-County Golf Club Scholarship is now available for qualifying students to apply. This scholarship is part of the club’s ongoing commitment to promote education and provide financial assistance to students who have shown exceptional dedication to their community, as well as academic excellence.
Eligible students must be U.S. citizens with a permanent S.C. residency in either Chester, Lancaster or York school districts. Students must be a graduating high school senior for the 2023-24 school year and must submit proof of acceptance to an institution of higher learning (four-year college, two-year technical college, trade school, etc.) for the fall 2024 school year.
Applications must be postmarked/received by April 30. Contact your high school guidance or career counselor’s office for an application. For details, contact Leroy Stroud at stroudleroy@yahoo.com or 803-519-6833.
Buford HS Class of 1971 Reunion: 5 p.m. May 4 at the Wagon Wheel Restaurant, 5724 Lancaster Highway, Fort Lawn. To sign up, contact classmates Rita at 803-235-5524, Cheri at 803-287-4910, Shorty at 803-285-4713, or Nancy at 803-285-6814.
Kingdom Learning Center Summer Camp: 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. June 3-July 12 at Kingdom Learning Center, 1276 Old Landsford Road, Lancaster. Drop off time is at 7:15 a.m. Cost is $75 per week. Activities include swimming, bowling, sports and music. For details, call 803-285-9192.
Mentorship and Scholarship Program: Reason One, a leading full-service digital agency, has announced the commencement of its fourth annual Mentorship and Scholarship Program for Black students across the Province of Ontario and the State of South Carolina. The scholarship aims to foster diversity in the tech industry by providing support and opportunities for marginalized communities, thereby nurturing the next generation of diverse leaders. Open to Black students aged 17-35 enrolled or recently accepted in digital-disciplined programs. This year’s program will provide a 1-year mentorship experience and four scholarships valued at $5,000 each to deserving candidates. Applications will be accepted until June 9, 2024. To apply or learn more, visit www.reasononeinc.com/romsp
Mighty Warrior Volleyball Camp: 9 a.m.-noon June 17-20 at Indian Land High School, 6100 Charlotte Highway, Lancaster. Cost is $125. Boys and girls ages 6-14 are invited to sign up through Go Fan. For details, visit www.ilwarriors.com.
GED/HS diploma intakes: The Lancaster Adult Education program is enrolling for its GED/high school diploma program. Classes will be held at the Barr Street Campus, 610 E. Meeting St., Lancaster. To sign up, call 803-285-7660.
4K registration: Screening for 4K students in Lancaster County School District is underway. In order for a child to be screened, all required registration documents must be turned into the child’s home school before the screening date.
Bring a copy of the following documents to your local school — parent/guardian photo ID, birth certificate (child must be 4 by Sept. 1, 2024), immunization record, two proofs of residency, proof of income eligibility (child’s Medicaid card, household W-2, or pay stub).
4K is offered at Brooklyn Springs, Buford, Clinton, Erwin, Heath Springs, Kershaw, McDonald Green and North elementaries and Southside Early Childhood Center. Limited spots available. For details, contact Traci Shigley at traci.shigley@lcsd.k12.sc.us or 803-416-8855.
Horizon Education Grants: Public school teachers and educators in all Lancaster County, Great Falls and Lewisville schools and the University of South Carolina Lancaster are eligible to apply for $500 individual grants and team grants up to $2,000. Monthly application deadlines. Visit arrasfoundation.org/horizon-education-grant or email info@arrasfoundation.org for details.
Bus drivers needed: Lancaster County School District hired multiple new bus drivers for the new school year, but is still looking to hire more. It needs more drivers to help keep up with the increasing number of riders through growth and new programs. If interested, call 803-285-6009.
District offers disability screening: The Lancaster County School District’s Child Find program seeks out those with disabilities, ages 3-21, who need special help to be able to receive a free, appropriate public education. If there appears to be a delay in any area of your child’s development — even if he or she is not yet school age — contact the district’s Student Services Department at 803- 285-8439 to arrange screening and evaluation. Preschool programming for children with special needs provides early intervention services and might prevent some developmental disabilities from becoming more severe.
