Lexington Three fine arts students helped spread holiday cheer on Sunday, December 14th by participating in the Christmas in Batesburg event! Our talented students shared their musical gifts with the community through festive performances that added to the joyful spirit of the day. We are proud of our students for representing Lexington Three so well!
Students in Lexington Three’s Panther Pals and Reading Buddies Mentoring Program had the opportunity to take part in the 23rd annual Santa’s Closet event at St. John’s Methodist Church in Batesburg on Sunday, December 14th. With the help of their mentors, mentees shopped—free of charge—in rooms filled with table upon table of thoughtful gift options for parents, siblings, and other family members. After carefully selecting their presents, students dropped them off to be wrapped by the wonderful team at St. John’s, then enjoyed fellowship, games, and delicious food provided by church members. We are incredibly grateful for the continued support of our community partners and volunteers who make opportunities like this possible for our students.
Last week at B-L Primary School, Media Specialist Amy Bedenbaugh led a meaningful and heartfelt activity with our 1st- and 2nd-grade students. After reading The Cardinal’s Gift—a story about finding hope and healing after the loss of a loved one—Mrs. Bedenbaugh invited students to write the name of someone special they’ve lost on a card and place it on our remembrance tree. Students also had the option to create a card to take home. This simple gesture has provided comfort and connection for many of our young learners. We are proud of our students for expressing their feelings in such thoughtful ways and we are grateful to Mrs. Bedenbaugh for creating this space for healing and reflection.
Our 5K traditional classes visited Generations of Batesburg-Leesville today to spread holiday cheer! Students performed a variety of festive songs and gave the residents handmade cards. What a joyous morning!
Last night, our B-L Middle School Chorus filled the Fine Arts Center with holiday cheer! Students delivered a terrific performance, spreading festive joy to all who attended. We’re so proud of their hard work and talent. Way to shine, Panthers!
On Thursday, December 11th, the talented cast of The Little Mermaid, Jr. took a special trip to the Koger Center in Columbia to enjoy a festive performance of “Rudolph.” What a wonderful way to celebrate the season and be inspired by the arts!
We had such a wonderful time at yesterday’s Candlelight Lunch at B-L Elementary School! Seeing so many of our Panther families join their students made the day truly special. Thank you for taking the time to share this memorable moment with us — your support means the world to our school community!
At the Tuesday, December 9th Board of Trustees meeting, our talented FFA students from B-L High School surprised each member of the Lexington Three Board of Trustees with a beautiful, custom-made Christmas wreath. Their craftsmanship, generosity, and holiday spirit truly brightened the room! We are so grateful for their thoughtfulness and for the way they continue to represent Panther Pride in all that they do.
On Saturday, December 6th, fifteen Lexington County School District Three students were given the opportunity to participate in “Shop With a Cop,” an event hosted by the Batesburg-Leesville Police Department. Students were paired with an officer or school staff member who served as their mentor while they shopped for Christmas gifts at Walmart. What a great day! Thanks to everyone who helped to make this event possible!
Planning to take a Christmas lights drive this weekend? Be sure to add the Lexington Three District Office (located at 338 West Columbia Avenue in Batesburg-Leesville) to your route! Our beautiful, historic building is glowing with white luminarias, candlelit windows, and trees sparkling with lights. It’s a magical stop you won’t want to miss!
Today, the Lexington Soil and Water Conservation District planted a beautiful Nuttall oak tree on the campus of B-L Middle School in honor of our very own Corey Bedenbaugh, who is proudly serving as the South Carolina Teacher of the Year. This tree will stand as a lasting reminder of Mr. Bedenbaugh’s remarkable tenure and his incredible impact on education—not only here in Batesburg-Leesville, but across our entire state. Just like this oak tree, his influence will continue to grow for years to come. A heartfelt thank you to the Lexington Soil and Water Conservation District for their continued support of our teachers and for helping us celebrate such an extraordinary educator.
The B-L High School Chorus helped spread holiday cheer this morning as they visited the Batesburg-Leesville Chamber of Commerce’s monthly meeting at Shealy's BBQ.
Their festive performance filled the room with joy and set the perfect tone for the season. We’re so proud of these talented students for sharing their voices and helping our community get into the holiday spirit.
Their festive performance filled the room with joy and set the perfect tone for the season. We’re so proud of these talented students for sharing their voices and helping our community get into the holiday spirit.
Students across Lexington Three had a blast on Thursday, November 20th as they participated in our Child Nutrition Department’s Big Thursday event! Decked out in their favorite team gear, students enjoyed showing off their school spirit while digging into a delicious lunch.
Today was an exciting day at B-L Elementary School as students took part in the annual Turkey Trot as part of our PBIS rewards for positive behavior! Students had a blast playing basketball, football, soccer, and so much more. One of the day’s highlights? Getting festive face paint courtesy of our awesome B-L Middle School students who volunteered as part of their Day of Service. (Don't worry moms - those are face paint pens being used...not markers!) We’re proud of our Panthers for their great behavior!
Thanksgiving spirit was shining BRIGHT across Lexington 3 on Friday, November 21st as BLMS students helped pass out all the fixings for Thanksgiving meals! ✨🦃💛
Thanks to donations received through the BLMS & BLHS food drive and the support of our generous sponsors, more than 100 Panther families will have everything they need for a wonderful Thanksgiving. While this list doesn’t capture all of of our incredible community partners, we’d like to say thank you to Christ Community Church, Batesburg-Leesville Presbyterian Church, Mt. Horeb Church, Samaria Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Batesburg, and Steadman Baptist Church for their generosity and support. We couldn’t do this without our incredible community!
Thanks to donations received through the BLMS & BLHS food drive and the support of our generous sponsors, more than 100 Panther families will have everything they need for a wonderful Thanksgiving. While this list doesn’t capture all of of our incredible community partners, we’d like to say thank you to Christ Community Church, Batesburg-Leesville Presbyterian Church, Mt. Horeb Church, Samaria Baptist Church, First Baptist Church of Batesburg, and Steadman Baptist Church for their generosity and support. We couldn’t do this without our incredible community!
Numerous students from B-L Primary and B-L Elementary Schools were selected to participate in the Governor’s Carolighting Ceremony on Sunday, November 23rd. B-L Primary School Principal Mary Anne Tillman, a former choral teacher, had the honor of directing the children’s choir!
Our 1st and 2nd grade Montessori students lit up the Lexington Three Fine Arts Center last night with their beautiful performance of “Children of the World.” A huge shoutout to our students and staff for all of their hard work in bringing this meaningful performance to life!
Get ready to "Fuel Up" like a champion! On Thursday, November 20th, we’re celebrating our Child Nutrition Department’s Big Thursday event! Students and staff are encouraged to wear their favorite team colors (Clemson or Carolina), enjoy lunch in the cafeteria, and be entered to win a prize just for participating! A little background: Big Thursday was once a major South Carolina tradition—a yearly rivalry game between the Clemson Tigers and USC Gamecocks held at the State Fairgrounds from 1896 to 1959. Although the rivalry moved to a home-and-home series in 1960, the spirit of Big Thursday still lives on in celebrations like ours. Join the fun, show your colors, and fuel up for a fantastic day!
Some of our GT students from B-L Elementary and B-L Middle Schools enjoyed the trip of a lifetime to Washington, D.C. this week! 🇺🇸 They left Batesburg-Leesville early on Wednesday morning and have spent the past few days exploring numerous memorials, participating in an illuminated tour of the city, witnessing the Changing of the Guard at Arlington National Cemetery, and even visiting the U.S. Capitol. Now, they’re packing up and getting ready to head back home after an unforgettable adventure! What a jam-packed few days full of learning, discovery, and lasting memories. We love providing opportunities that broaden our students’ horizons and help them experience the world beyond the classroom.
We're sending out a BIG congratulations to our Female Strength and Conditioning Team for making school history! 🏆💪 Coach Prince, Coach West, Keira Frye, and Jayda Hinson represented Batesburg-Leesville High School at the South Carolina High School Strength Coaches Association State Strength Meet this past weekend and came home as Co-AA State Champions alongside Chesnee! A special shoutout to Keira Frye who placed 4th in the state across all classifications in her weight class. Way to show that Panther Power!
