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Enroll students now for 2025-2026 school year

Families will complete enrollment online, or they can stop by the district office. (Also, find a link to the Dual Language Immersion Program application with this story)

4K/5K student enrollment now open for 2025-2026 school year

Find information here for online student registration and required documents, 4K screenings and more

Complete your School Climate Survey by April 11

This story includes information about how to access this important survey that helps the district and its schools make improvements based on stakeholder feedback

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

WIDA ACCESS Testing

ACCESS for ELLs is an English language proficiency test that measures students’ academic English language
skills. Only certain students will be required to take this assessment. Families, you should have already received a letter from school if your child
will be taking this test. If you have any questions or are unsure, please contact Mrs. Stroud at [email protected] or call 803-739-4095.

New policy prohibiting student access/use of electronic devices during the school day goes into effect January 7, 2025

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

FAQs on new cell phone policy going into effect January 7, 2025

Read this story for some of the frequently asked questions we've been hearing about the new policy, which is in accordance 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

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

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!

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.

Have a concern? Report it to our tipline

Here's how to make reports about threats, crimes, weapons, bullying, and other offenses

Bus rider families: Get your bus stop locations, times on My Ride K-12

Download the parent communication app, My Ride K-12, to get bus stop locations and information on pick-up/drop-off times for 2024-2025. Read the details and get instructions here

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Principal's Message

Dear SRAA Family,

It is with great pride and excitement that I write this message to you as the Principal of Saluda River Academy for the Arts. I am honored to have the opportunity to continue serving alongside our staff, parents, and the SRAA community as we continue to cultivate our students into creative and successful lifelong learners.

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.

Last year, we worked to refine the vision and mission of our learning community. We often asked ourselves, “How can we have the largest impact on students?” Our beliefs and actions were ultimately summarized into 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.

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.

Sincerely,

Brandon Brantly, Principal

Full message from Principal Brandon Brantly

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