Congratulations to Raimee Davis and Christian Johnson who earned Superior Ratings this past weekend at the SCMEA Solo and Ensemble event at White Knoll High School!
Today was all about peace, love, and iReady success at B-L Primary School! School administrators threw a far-out school-wide assembly to celebrate our amazing student achievements — and they did it in true 70s style! 71% of our students at BLPS are at or above grade level in reading — can you dig it?! We also saw incredible gains in math! To celebrate, our staff busted out some funky moves in a surprise teacher flash mob and students were recognized for their top scores and biggest growth! Visit Facebook for more pics and details!
On Wednesday, May 7th, the B-L High School JROTC held a flag burning ceremony to properly retire 175 worn American flags. The ceremony took place in front of B-L High School and was a meaningful display of respect and tradition.
🍎👩🍳 It's School Lunch Hero Day and we're celebrating our incredible Lexington Three cafeteria teams! You’re the heart of every school day — serving up more than just meals. With every tray, you deliver kindness, energy, and care that fuel our students’ success. From early mornings to the busy lunch rush, your dedication keeps our kids nourished, focused, and ready to learn. We see you. We appreciate you. And today, we THANK YOU!
Congratulations to B-L High School seniors Hansel Discua and John Sawyer who are officially heading to Erskine College on football scholarships! These young athletes signed their letters of intent yesterday afternoon surrounded by friends and family. We wish them the best!
We’re still riding the wave of excitement as we continue to celebrate Mr. Corey Bedenbaugh, the newly-named 2026 South Carolina Teacher of the Year! On Monday, B-L Middle School—Mr. Bedenbaugh’s home school—hosted a school-wide assembly in his honor. Principal Sharah Clark and Superintendent Dr. Ashley Atkinson shared powerful words of pride and admiration and students had the special opportunity to hear directly from Mr. Bedenbaugh himself. To top it all off, every student and staff member enjoyed a celebratory cupcake in recognition of Mr. Bedenbaugh's incredible achievement! We are so proud of Mr. Bedenbaugh and the light he shines on Lexington Three, our students, and public education across the state!
Lexington Three’s district-wide musical Shrek was nothing short of PHENOMENAL! ✨🎭
Held at the Lexington Three Fine Arts Center on April 24th, 25th, and 27th, this magical production brought together incredible student talent from all four of our schools — and WOW, did they shine! Visit our Facebook page for more pictures!
This morning at the B-L Chamber of Commerce meeting, 49 potential Honors Graduates from the B-L High School Class of 2025 were recognized by our friends from Midlands Technical College. 🎓💜💛 (We say "potential" Honors Graduates because there are still several weeks of school left and final honors distinctions will be confirmed once all grades are officially in.) We're so proud of these students for their hard work and commitment so far — keep pushing to the finish line!
Lexington Three’s very own Corey Bedenbaugh is headed to Columbia tomorrow for a day he’ll never forget! 🎉 Corey, who currently serves as Lexington School District Three’s Teacher of the Year, was named one of the Top 5 Finalists for South Carolina Teacher of the Year back in March — and now, the highly anticipated announcement is just around the corner! On Thursday, Corey and the other finalists will be recognized at the Statehouse alongside amazing educators from across the Palmetto State before attending a luncheon at the Governor’s Mansion, where the 2025 SC Teacher of the Year will be revealed during a special ceremony. Let’s shower Corey with all the good vibes, best wishes, and Panther Pride we can!
🎉🏆 Congratulations to Batesburg-Leesville Middle School and teacher Laura Bishop on being selected as one of just 10 schools to participate in the Palmetto AI Pathways Pilot Program for the 2025-2026 school year! This exciting opportunity—powered by SC Competes, IT-oLogy, and the University of South Carolina—will allow students to dive into robotics, technology, and AI, exploring how these fields shape the future.
With hands-on lessons using IT-oLogy’s robotics curriculum and guidance from the Palmetto Automated Learner (PAL), a Boston Dynamics robotic dog, BLMS students will gain invaluable STEM experiences. Industry experts and USC representatives will also be involved, opening doors to future career pathways!
We are so proud of Mrs. Bishop and BLMS for leading the way in AI and robotics education!
An exciting Student vs. Faculty Volleyball Game was held at B-L Middle School on Friday, March 28th. Thanks to the support of our Panther community, more than 300 pounds of food were collected for the Panther Pantry and more than $700 was raised to support student activities!
On Saturday, March 29th, the B-L High School JROTC hosted a special ceremony at the B-L Armed Forces Monument to commemorate bricks that had recently been purchased in honor and memory of hometown veterans and service members. Read all about it on our Facebook page!
Congratulations to B-L Elementary School fifth grader Lillie Potts for being named South Carolina’s Fall 2024 1st place elementary winner for InvestWrite! She was recognized today by Megan Freiburger from the Stock Market Game alongside her teacher Carla Autry and her parents.
Congratulations to B-L High School senior Christopher Lopez! Christopher has been selected for the MUSC Health Midlands Youth PTC Apprenticeship Program, a paid summer opportunity for students interested in healthcare. Through this program, he will be enrolled as a CNA student with MUSC while gaining valuable clinical experience. This is an incredible step toward his future in healthcare, as he plans to continue his education at Columbia College with the goal of becoming an ER physician. Join us in celebrating Christopher’s achievement!
Our Lifelong Learning Center is hosting a career fair today until 2 pm. Drop by and see what opportunities may await you at organizations such as: SC Works, Midlands Technical College, the US Department of Labor, All South Federal Credit Union, Goodwill and the US Army! Our LLC is located at 101 West Columbia Avenue in Batesburg-Leesville. The career fair is open to LLC students as well as members of the community. Come see us!
Students and staff from B-L Middle School participated in the Unified Rally for Special Olympics at the SC Statehouse on Tuesday, March 25th, advocating for inclusion and acceptance. What a great day!
History came to life today at B-L Elementary School as our third, fourth and fifth grade Gifted and Talented students showcased their incredible Wax Museum! From Albert Einstein to Cleopatra, Jackie Robinson to Amelia Earhart, these young historians researched, dressed up, and presented their famous figures to visitors. Their hard work and creativity truly made history stand still! Great job!
Due to Gov. Henry McMaster's ban on all outdoor burning, the JROTC flag retirement ceremony that was scheduled for Wednesday, March 26th at B-L High School is being postponed to a later date. Once that date is determined, we will be sure to spread the word here on our website.
Congratulations to the Batesburg-Leesville High School Wind Ensemble for receiving a Superior Rating at the SCBDA Concert Performance Assessment on Monday, March 24th. This is the first time our band has received this rating since 2022.
Congratulations to the Batesburg-Leesville High School Winterguard on receiving fourth place in Scholastic 3A Round 1 at the Carolina Winter Ensemble Association's Colorguard Championships this past Saturday!
