Liberty Middle School

Volunteer training is easier than ever with a brand-new virtual option. Scan the QR Code for more information or email with questions to jenellison@pickens.k12.sc.us

“You can feel it when you walk in the door of our school… We know our students. We know their stories. We know their families. And we’re really able to build those relationships and make connections with them before we ever start the teaching process… From day one, that’s our number one priority.” -Dr. Lisa Cassidy, Principal of Liberty Middle School

As the School District of Pickens County celebrates 75 years of learning, growth, and community, it’s the people who have made the journey meaningful. From classrooms and concerts to bus routes and boardrooms, every chapter of SDPC’s story has been shaped by those who gave their time, their talent, and their heart. These short reflections - captured over the year and shared by the voices of SDPC - capture the spirit, pride, and personal moments that define who we are. Together, they form a living tribute to the legacy we share and the bright future still ahead.

This story is one of many that reflect SDPC’s commitment to a People-Focused Supportive Culture. Find out more about the impact Liberty Middle School is making in our community here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ulAkKBlvDgU

LMS Tech Fee

The Liberty Middle School Supply List for 2025-2026 is now available!

Parent Event: Helping Your Family Bridge the Tech Gap SDPC families — you're invited to a special event with Joshua Adams from Parent ProTech, focused on how technology is shaping the lives of Gen Z and Gen Alpha. Learn about: ✔️ Screen time trends & the science behind them ✔️ Practical strategies for healthy tech habits ✔️ How to stay connected as a family in today's digital world April 1 | 5:00–6:30 PM ALIVE Wesleyan Church - 136 Chastain Rd, Central, SC 29630 ✅ FREE and open to all SDPC parents ✅ Click here to register: https://forms.gle/GCcGHW91wGktUZmPA Let’s work together to help our kids thrive in a tech-saturated world!

Did someone say Competition? The grade level with the most attendance at our Brushes and Books Family Night on Thursday, March 25, at 5:30, will receive a snow cone party and extra recess! Sign up below!! Who's gonna win? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXTs2OLlYs15239QIYsrn3MLj1CLP5HON7Y1IYJ4ZuDG4kFA/viewform?usp=sharing

🎨📚 Get Ready for Our 2nd Annual Brushes and Books Family Literacy Night! 📚🎨 We're excited to invite you and your family to a fun-filled evening of creativity, learning, and community! Join us for: ✨ Canvas Painting – unleash your inner artist! 🍿 Free Concessions – enjoy snacks while you mingle! 📖 One School One Book Kick-Off – be part of our school-wide reading adventure! This is a night you won’t want to miss! Sign up today using the link below and let’s make memories together! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXTs2OLlYs15239QIYsrn3MLj1CLP5HON7Y1IYJ4ZuDG4kFA/viewform?usp=sharing

Attention parents of rising 6th graders. Our "Night at the Middle School" event for rising 6th graders will be this Monday, 3/3, from 5:30-7. We look forward to seeing you there!

Today, we celebrate the incredible men and women who ensure our students travel safely to and from school each day. It's SC Bus Driver Appreciation Day, and we want to say THANK YOU to our SDPC bus drivers and assistants! To truly capture the impact of our drivers, we spent time riding along on routes and speaking with two of our dedicated drivers—experiencing firsthand the joy, care, and commitment they bring to their work. 🎥 Watch our special tribute video here: https://youtu.be/omM_SDLXcM0

Attn LMS families, are you interested in traveling abroad? Here is your opportunity! Come to our informational session on February 20!

LMS TUTORING The LMS tutoring programs starts back up in two weeks. If you are interested in signing up please fill out the attached form. We will offer a morning session that runs every day from 7:30 to 8 AM and afternoon sessions that run Tues and Thursdays from 3:40-4:40. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Valerie Whitaker: valeriewhitaker@pickens.k12.sc.us. https://forms.gle/XPBM9Cf4yctMLcju9

SDPC will operate on a two-hour delay on Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, due to the danger of ice on secondary roads. No buses will travel on icy roads. High school students should check Schoology for adjusted schedules. Details:: https://www.pickens.k12.sc.us/article/196018

Take a look at what's happening at LMS!! Your one-stop source for field trips, current events, and important links. https://secure.smore.com/n/0z9na

📱 Revised Personal Electronic Device Policy: Beginning January 2025 📱 Under a new South Carolina policy, schools are required to limit students' access to cell phones and other personal devices during the school day. The School District of Pickens County has adopted a revised Personal Electronic Device Policy to comply with state law (Budget Proviso 1.103). ✔️Devices must be silenced and stored in lockers, backpacks, or other designated areas throughout the instructional time. ✔️Devices include but are not limited to, cell phones, smart watches, tablets, and gaming devices. We encourage parents to discuss this policy with their children and support its implementation when we return in January. Thank you for partnering with us as we implement this required policy. Please visit this site for detailed information [www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/sdpc-cell-phone-policy].

THANKFUL THURSDAY! Thank a staff member at LMS by filling out this form below. It takes less than two minutes, but will mean the world to them. You can fill out multiple forms. We’ll pass the message on to them! Thanks!! Staff can thank another staff member too! https://forms.gle/tQyiXwnVNDv5b2TeA

Have you wondered how to connect with your teen? Have you wondered what makes your teen tick? Join us for our next parent workshop to learn on "The Five Love Languages of Teens" with guest speaker Lisa Fields. Use the QR code or this link to sign up. https://forms.gle/XJjt6WHVMdoTXEDw9 We look forward to seeing you there!

Reminder: There will be no school for students on Monday and Tuesday of next week, as we have an extended holiday. No School: - Monday, Oct. 14, 2024 - Tuesday, Oct. 15, 2024 (Teacher Professional Development day) These days are planned breaks on the 2024-2025 calendar. You can view the current calendar and future calendar drafts here: [www.pickens.k12.sc.us/page/spdc-calendars]