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Keeping students healthy in cold and flu season

Fall and winter bring a rise in illnesses from viruses. Read here for tips on healthy habits, preventative measures, and when to keep students home in illness

Lex2 students post strong reading gains in SC READY testing

District elementary and middle school students saw a nearly double-digit average increase across all grade levels in SC READY ELA testing. Lexington Two’s gains in at or above grade level reading mirrored those at the state level

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Fall MAP Testing

All students will participate in Fall MAP Testing at SRAA.

Enroll students now for 2025-2026 school year

Families will complete enrollment online, or they can stop by the district office to use a computer there

Lexington Two families: Check out these back to school tips

With the first day of classes on August 5, here are some things you can do before your child's first day to help ensure a smoother transition

Scrabble letter tiles spell out Back to School

All Lexington Two students will eat free breakfast, lunch meals in 2025-2026 school year

All students enrolled at a Lexington Two site may participate in the breakfast and lunch program at no charge to your household each school day of the 2025-2026 school year. Families do not need to fill out a meal application, and no further action is required of you

Saluda River Academy for the Arts recertified as an ABC Certified School

The Arts in Basic Curriculum Institute gives the certification to recognize a school's exemplary efforts to provide quality, comprehensive arts education to all students. Busbee Creative Arts Academy also received the recertification

Lexington Two releases 2025-26, 2026-27 modified school calendars

The calendars for the next two academic years were approved by the board during its November 21 monthly meeting

Lexington Two K-12 students get free 24/7 on-demand tutoring service

The new partnership with Varsity Tutors will mean free access to tutoring, test prep, and more.

Reminder: State law prohibits student access/use of electronic devices during the school day

Families and staff should read this story for important information about Lexington Two's revised policy, which aligns with a new state law

Come work with Lexington Two

Jobs for the current and upcoming 2025-2026 school year are now posted. Lexington Two is once again offering a $2,500 sign-on bonus for new teacher hires in a number of critical needs areas

Student Mentors

Looking for ways to make a difference in the lives of students?
Join our team in serving as a student mentor! Visit this link if you'd like to be considered as a student mentor: https://bit.ly/4fW3m1X . Someone from our team will reach out and discuss the many options available!

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Principal's Message

Dear SRAA Family,

It is with great excitement that I welcome you to a new school year at Saluda River Academy for the Arts! Our beliefs and actions are ultimately summarized in three words: Academics, Arts, and Advocacy. These three words will continue to guide us as we work to empower all students to excel academically while fostering a lifelong love for learning and the arts.

Saluda River is a family-friendly neighborhood school that has been part of the West Columbia community since 1955. We are the only Lexington Two elementary school that affords our students and school community the opportunity to immerse in dance, music, theater, and the visual arts in conjunction with our strong academic program. The integration of the arts truly sets us apart. We welcome you to join us at Saluda River to see the wonderful programs we have in place for our students.

I encourage you to become active members of the PTO and the school community and follow our school on our social media platforms. You can find us on Facebook, Instagram, and X (formerly Twitter). I have an open-door policy and welcome your input and ideas. My ultimate goal is to make SRAA a school where students feel safe, have a strong sense of belonging, and are empowered to achieve at high levels.

Thank you for entrusting us with your children. We are honored to be a part of their educational journey. Go Bobcats!

Sincerely,

Brandon Brantly

Principal

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