Sumter, Clarendon schools to reopen Monday after Florence closures

Lee County School District will be closed

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All Sumter School District schools and offices will reopen on Monday, Sept. 17, now that Gov. Henry McMaster has lifted the order for school closures because of Hurricane Florence, according to a news release from the school district.

Our team has assessed all of our school buildings, and we are ready to welcome back our students and staff, said Shelly Galloway, executive director of communication and community engagement for the district. 

All Clarendon School District 2 schools will be open on, Monday, Sept. 17 at their regular schedule times,  district spokeswoman Tonia Smith announced.

Because of the impact of Tropical Storm Florence, Lee County School District will be closed on Monday, Sept. 17.  All extracurricular activities (after-school programs and athletic events) are cancelled.

The district will continue to monitor weather conditions and assess road conditions.  All updates will be provided through the automated calling system, website, Facebook page and local media.