Elementary: 11:45 am
Middle: 12:30 pm
High: 12:45 pm
Visit our website for additional information: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/arrival-and-dismissal-bell-times
For dismissal times, visit: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/arrival-and-dismissal-bell-times
Mrs. Clack, Mrs. Glenn, and Mrs. Pakozdy’s classes had a wonderful time planting seeds in the school garden today! 🌼👩🌾👨🌾
It’s always exciting to watch our young learners connect with nature and take part in growing something beautiful. 🌿💚
#LESGarden #HandsOnLearning #GrowingTogether #SchoolLife
PTO T-Shirt Order: Order and Money Are Due by Friday, August 22, 2025. Please use the form on the envelope that has been/will be sent home to submit your T-shirt order. All prices and payment information are on the order form envelope.
👨👩👧👦 LES PTO Meetings – 2025–2026
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:
August 19 – First Meeting of the Year
September 9
October 21
November 11
January 20
February 24
March 17
April 21
🎽 LES SPIRIT FRIDAYS ARE BACK!
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!
📅 First Spirit Friday of the Year:
August 29, 2025
Let’s make this year full of connection, celebration, and school spirit!
#LESPTO #SpiritFriday #BlueAndGoldPride #LESFamily #GetInvolved
2025–2026 School Year
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:
August 19 - 1st Meeting of the Year
September 9
October 21
November 11
January 20
February 24
March 17
April 21
Let’s work together to make LES the best it can be! 💙💛
Tuesday, August 19, 2025, will be an Early Dismissal for students. Dismissal for LES will be at 11:45 am. Lunch will be served.
For dismissal times, visit: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/page/arrival-and-dismissal-bell-times
Date: August 26, 2025
Photography by: Carolina Photography
This year, families have two easy ways to order school pictures:
1️⃣ Preorder Online or Send Money by Picture Day
2️⃣ Order from Proofs after seeing your child’s photo
💡 Please note:
If you preorder, you will not receive a proof.
If you prefer to see the photo first, a proof will be sent home for you to order from later.
Order Now.
Follow these instructions to place your order:
Step 1: Go to http://www.carolina photonet/ or scan the QR Code.
Step 2: Enter your school's job key: 3NMA3E22
Step 3: Complete the student data query.
Step 4: Pick your package and submit your order.
Credit card orders must be submitted online. Cash/check accepted on picture day with the provided envelope.
Let’s capture those smiles! 😄📷
Don’t forget — Summer Math and Reading Calendars are due Friday, August 15! 🗓️
Students, please turn in your completed calendars to your teachers. Make sure both your name and your teacher’s name are clearly written on the materials. ✅
Link to calendars: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/article/1624811
Thanks for your support, and happy Monday! 🎉
Come dressed in your red, white, and blue to show your spirit AND support our amazing kindergarten friends as they walk into their classrooms "independently" and all by themselves for the first time. Let’s cheer them on and celebrate together — Lion pride all the way! 🦁❤️🤍💙
#LESLions #IndependenceDay #RedWhiteAndBlue #KindergartenStrong #LionPride
Here’s our tentative schedule for Fall MAP assessments. Please mark your calendars and help your students be prepared and well-rested!
🗓️ Testing Dates:
📖 Reading MAP – August 12, 2025
➕ Math MAP – August 13, 2025
🔬 Science MAP (4th Grade Only) – August 14, 2025
📘 MAP Reading Fluency – August 11–22, 2025
✍️ Language MAP (Optional) – August 15, 2025
Thank you for your continued support in helping our students succeed! 💙
You can find LES testing information at the following site: Click on the correct assessment to find more specific information about that test.
https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/o/les/page/testing
Here are a few important reminders to help make the first day of the 2025–2026 school year a great one:
✅ Morning Drop-Off: Students may be dropped off in the AM car rider line starting at 7:15 AM.
🍽️ Breakfast: Free for all students! Breakfast service ends at 7:45 AM, so please make sure your child arrives in time.
🕝 Dismissal: School ends at 2:30 PM.
We can’t wait to see all of our amazing students and kick off a fantastic year together. Let’s make it a great one — Go LIONS! 💛🦁💙
🎉 Kindergarten Families – Important Info for the First Week! 🎉
We’re so excited to welcome our newest Lewisville Lions! 🐾
👣 Kindergarten parents may walk their child to class on their first two days of school to help ease those first-day jitters. After that, our little learners will begin walking in on their own like the confident students they are!
🎆 Friday is Independence Day Celebration!
Let’s show our patriotic pride—students are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue as they walk in independently and celebrate together!
We can’t wait to kick off a fantastic school year! 💙❤️🤍
🎉 Welcome to Kindergarten at Lewisville Elementary! 🎉
We’re so excited to kick off the school year next week with our newest little learners! 🌟
The first week of school will be all about getting our toes wet and getting to know one another in a fun, relaxed setting. To help ease the transition, your child will attend only two days in a smaller group:
👫 Group A: Monday 8/4/25 & Tuesday 8/5/25
👬 Group B: Wednesday 8/6/25 & Thursday 8/7/25
🎒 Then on Friday, 8/8/25, all kindergartners will come together for a full day of fun!
We can’t wait to meet our new students and start this amazing journey together! 💙📚
#LewisvilleElementary #KindergartenKickoff #BackToSchool2025
Reminder: Car Riders will keep the same number and tags as last year. If new tags are needed for this year, they are $5.00 each. You can buy new tags at Meet the Teacher. Please bring cash to pay for tags. New students to LES will receive 2 tags for free. Any additional tags will be $5.00 each. Please keep up with your tags, as this tag and number will follow your child every year they are at LES.
📣✨ Meet the Teacher 2025! ✨📣
We are excited to welcome our students and families back for the 2025-2026 school year! 🎒🍎
Join us for our district-wide Meet the Teacher event on the following dates:
🗓️ July 31, 2025 | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
*4:00 PM PreK workshop for parents - Little Theater
*5:00 PM Kindergarten Workshop for parents - Cafeteria
🗓️ August 1, 2025 | ⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
*9:00 AM PreK workshop for parents - Little Theater
*10:00 AM Kindergarten Workshop for parents - Cafeteria
Make sure to complete your online registration through the following link:
https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/o/ccsd/page/student-registration
This is a great opportunity to meet your child’s teacher, tour the school, and prepare for a fantastic year ahead!
Reminder: Car Riders will keep the same number and tags as last year. If new tags are needed for this year, they are $5.00 each. Please bring cash to pay for car tags. Brand new students to LES will get 2 tags for free, any after that will be $5.00 each. Please keep up with your tags, as this tag and number will follow your child every year they are at LES.
Secondary Student and Family Orientation will be held at each middle and high school on July 21, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., and on July 22, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Families will be able to register in person, pay any outstanding fees, and receive other pertinent information for the upcoming school year.
Our district-wide Meet the Teacher event will occur on July 31, 2025, from 2 p.m. – 6 p.m., and August 1, 2025, from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Please get in touch with your child's school for additional information.
Join CCSD on Facebook Live for our Back-to-School 2025 Virtual Town Hall! Dr. Sutton and Senior Leadership will share updates on a variety of school-related topics and answer live questions from the community. The broadcast will begin at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29, 2025.
The first day of school for students is August 4, 2025. Register online today at: https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/o/ccsd/page/student-registration
We’re excited to welcome our students and families back for the 2025-2026 school year! 🎒🍎
Join us for our district-wide Meet the Teacher event on the following dates:
🗓️ July 31, 2025 | ⏰ 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
🗓️ August 1, 2025 | ⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Make sure to complete your online registration through the following link:
https://www.chester.k12.sc.us/o/ccsd/page/student-registration
This is a great opportunity to meet your child’s teacher, tour the school, pick up your new car rider tags (with the same number as last year), and prepare for a fantastic year ahead! 🏫💬
Secondary Student and Family Orientation will be held at each middle and high school on July 21, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., and on July 22, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. These dates are NOT for LES, only the middle and high school.
