Forecasts indicate a high risk for severe thunderstorms, potential tornadoes, and straight-line winds reaching up to 70 MPH. Based on this information and for the safety of our students and staff, all CCSD schools and district facilities will be closed tomorrow, Monday, March 16. All after-school activities will also be canceled.
Instructions regarding weather makeup will be forthcoming at a later time. Please stay safe tomorrow, and we look forward to welcoming students back to campus as soon as conditions allow.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff during this severe weather event.
📣 LES School Improvement Council (SIC) 🏫
The next meeting date has been moved to Tuesday, March 24, 2026.
Our monthly meetings are a great way to stay involved and help shape the future of LES! Meetings are held once a month on Tuesdays at 4:30 PM, both on Zoom and in person in the LES Media Center.
📧 To join virtually, email kcolvin@chester.k12.sc.us for the Zoom link.
🗓️Tentative Meeting Dates for the rest of the year:
March 24
April 21
Let’s work together to make LES the best it can be! 💙💛
Early Dismissal Day!!!!
📅 Mark Your Calendars!
Friday, March 20, 2026, is an early dismissal day for all students.
🕒 Dismissal Times:
🔹 Elementary: 11:45 AM
🔹 Middle: 12:30 PM
🔹 High: 12:45 PM
🍽️ Lunch will be provided for all students before dismissal.
For more details, visit our website:
👉 https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/arrival-and-dismissal-bell-times
🎉 SCHEDULE UPDATE---LES PTO Meeting Moved to Tuesday, March 24, 2026💙💛
👨👩👧👦Meetings will be held at 5:00 PM on Zoom and in person in the LES Media Center. There are so many ways to get involved and support our school community!
📧 Email kcolvin@chester.k12.sc.us for the virtual link.
🗓️ Tentative Meeting Dates for the remainder of the year:
March 24
April 21
🎽 LES SPIRIT FRIDAY March 27, 2026!
The class in each grade level with the MOST participation (students dressed in school colors or themed gear) will win a small prize!
💙💛 Break out your BLUE & GOLD and show your LES pride!
Let’s make this year full of connection, celebration, and school spirit!
📚 Before School Tutoring Begins TOMORROW, Monday, March 16th! ✨
We are excited to kick off Before School Tutoring for our 4th and 5th-grade students beginning Monday, March 16th!
Tutoring will take place Monday–Thursday from 7:15–8:00 AM, focusing on ELA (reading and writing). Sessions will run from March 16th through May 1st.
📬 Students who are invited have already received letters and turned in the permission slips.
This program will provide remediation and/or enrichment, depending on each student’s individual needs. Our goal is to help students meet or exceed grade-level expectations in ELA.
We’re looking forward to a strong season of learning and growth! 🌟📖
📚 Before School Tutoring Begins Monday, March 16th! ✨
We are excited to kick off Before School Tutoring for our 4th and 5th-grade students beginning Monday, March 16th!
Tutoring will take place Monday–Thursday from 7:15–8:00 AM, focusing on ELA (reading and writing). Sessions will run from March 16th through May 1st.
📬 Students who are invited have already received letters and turned in the permission slips.
This program will provide remediation and/or enrichment, depending on each student’s individual needs. Our goal is to help students meet or exceed grade-level expectations in ELA.
We’re looking forward to a strong season of learning and growth! 🌟📖
Check out the LES Facebook page to see more information and some pictures of the students.
https://www.facebook.com/lewisvilleelementary
Check out the LES Facebook page to see some great pictures!
https://www.facebook.com/lewisvilleelementary
Our 2nd graders had an exciting hands‑on learning experience with the South Carolina Ag in the Classroom Mobile Learning Lab right here at LES! 🚜📚
Check out the LES Facebook page to see the pictures of the students actively engaged in the stations.
https://www.facebook.com/lewisvilleelementary
We are excited to introduce our amazing Lewisville Elementary Girls on the Run team for the spring season! These incredible students are ready to learn, grow, support one another, and train for their big 5K. Let’s cheer them on as they begin their journey of confidence, strength, and teamwork! 💛💙🏃♀️✨
✨ Coaches & Volunteers
Kristie Beam — Head Coach
Oscar Garcia — Assistant Coach
Thank you both for leading, inspiring, and encouraging our runners each week!
✨ Participants
A huge shout‑out to our wonderful team members:
London Baldwin
Sumner Beam
Carlee Bennett
Sadie Garcia
Zoya Jackson
Tiffany Parker
Ainsley Troublefield
We can't wait to watch these Girls on the Run shine all season long! 💫
Go LES! 💙💛
Get ready to dream big, Lions!
Friday, April 3, 2026 is Career Dress‑Up Day!
Come to school dressed as your favorite career — doctor, teacher, chef, engineer, athlete, artist… the possibilities are endless! 🎨🔧⚽️📚
We can’t wait to see all the future professionals shine! 🌟
Join us for Duke Energy Science Night on Tuesday, March 31st from 5:00–6:30 PM!
Enjoy fun, hands‑on science activities for the whole family—plus snacks (pizza!) will be provided. 🍕🔬
We can’t wait to see our Lions there for an exciting night of learning and fun! 💙💛
We’ve started posting photos from our Amazing Book Character Parade, and you won’t want to miss them!
We had so many wonderful participants that we’ll be sharing the fun across multiple posts. 🤩
Head over to our page to see our students bring their favorite characters to life!
More photos coming soon—stay tuned! 💙📖
We’re roaring with pride for our Spirit Friday winners who showed off their amazing school spirit this month!
🏆 Pre-K: Ms. Terry & Ms. Patterson's class
🏆 5K: Mrs. Farrar & Mrs. Hinson's class
🏆 1st Grade: Ms. Cousar's class
🏆 2nd Grade: Mr. Ganitano's class
🏆 3rd Grade: Mrs. Weir's (Ms. Wright's) class
🏆 4th Grade: Ms. Brown's class with an Honorable Mention for Mrs. Featherstone's class
🏆 5th Grade: 2-way tie!! Mrs. Clack's class and Mrs. Brewer's class
🏆Exceptional Children: Dr. Rockey, Mrs. McGraw, & Ms. Ramsey's class
👏 Congratulations to all our winners – you truly know how to show that LES Lion pride! 🦁💙
At Lewisville Elementary, we celebrate students who shine both in and out of the classroom! 🌟 To be recognized as a Lion Cub of the Month, students must consistently demonstrate one or more of the following outstanding qualities:
✅ Positive Attitude
✅ Grit & Determination
✅ Emotional Regulation
✅ Initiative
✅ Responsibility
✅ Citizenship
✅ Respect
✅ Honesty
✅ Cooperation
We’re proud of our Lion Cubs who lead by example and make our school a better place every day! 💛💙
Here are our Lion Cubs of the Month for February:
Emmie Cox, Korey Foster, Zoey Jackson, Azzie Wishert, Keegan Rockey, Lamar Hines, Zach Reidell, Cairo Cureton, Emaleth Baker, Kyla Squirewell, Ethan Boggs, James Whiteman, Wyatt Perry, Marcus Sales, McKinley Laws, Myles Persing, Hazel Wright, Alan Gomez Rocha, Aleyah Bowler, AJ Squirewell, Nolan Mietla, Brock Barton, Rafael Lozano, Javier Flores, Jeramie Keenan, Mason Ernandez, Jrue Ladson, Chosen Culp, Mason Cooper, Hakeem Cockrell, Ava Phillips (Computer), Skylar Hughes (Media)
Check out this month’s edition of the Cub Chronicle to stay updated on all the latest news and events at LES! 🐾✨
📎 Click the link below to read:
🔗 https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/o/les/page/newsletter
Ms. Patterson brings heart, dedication, and excellence to LES every single day. Through her hard work and unwavering commitment, she plays an essential role in supporting our students, staff, and school community. 🌟
Thank you, Ms. Patterson, for your outstanding dedication and the countless ways you contribute to the success of our school.
