Batesburg-Leesville Middle School

Initial Designation: 2020

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School Details

  • Principal: Sharah Clark
  • District: Lexington
  • County: Lexington
  • Community: Rural

Characteristics

  • Academic Excellence - Faculty use multiple methods to assess and monitor the progress of student learning
  • Developmental Responsiveness - Faculty uses well-developed procedures for effective classroom management
  • Organizational Structures and Processes - Intentional practices to collect and analyze data on student success in order to monitor student progress, address barriers, and make improvements
  • Social Equity - Families are actively engaged in our school through intentional efforts to address barriers and provide multiple opportunities

Description

Batesburg Leesville Middle School serves a diverse student population of over 600 learners who thrive in a professional and academically rigorous environment. Our commitment to the whole child is anchored in specific social emotional programs such as the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports framework and our daily Advisory sessions which focus on building resilience and empathy. These initiatives ensure every student feels supported while developing essential life skills for future success. Academically, Batesburg Leesville Middle School is recognized for outstanding middle school programs including our award winning STEM labs and a comprehensive Career and Technical Education department that encourages hands on learning. Students engage in high level inquiry through accelerated math tracks and immersive technology courses that prepare them for the challenges of high school. By balancing emotional well being with high expectations, we empower our students to become responsible global citizens. At Batesburg Leesville Middle School, excellence is a daily practice shared by our dedicated staff and vibrant community of young scholars.
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