Creek Life
The Week of August 31st
Welcome to Creek Life, the official school and community newsletter for Lower Richland High School. Our goal is to keep students, families, staff, and the community members informed and connected with everything happening at the Diamond Mine.
Please take a moment to review the updates below.
We Are Diamonds! Under Pressure. On Purpose!
Act 204 Overview (Important Information)
Lower Richland Named One of America's Healthiest Schools
Lower Richland High School Named Among America’s Healthiest Schools!
We’re proud to share that Lower Richland High School has been named one of America’s Healthiest Schools for 2026 by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation!
One of just 1,376 K–12 schools nationwide to earn this recognition, Lower Richland was honored in three key areas:
- Implementing Local School Wellness Policy
- Bolstering Physical Education & Activity
- Enriching Health Education
This achievement celebrates our school community’s continued commitment to creating a healthy, active, and supportive environment for every student and staff member.
Seat Time Recovery and After School Tutoring
Homecoming - October 9th
Early Bird Yearbook Special Through September 30th
Robotics Team is Competing at SCRAP - 8/29
September Attendance Challenge
First Friday at The Creek
Grandparents Day - Sept. 11
All Students MUST Be CCR Certified by Graduation
WIN Testing is Approaching
ACT/SAT Test Dates
Community Event
Parking Permit Application - Due August 31 (Click Image)
Alive at 25 Registration Required for all Student Drivers (Click Image)
Student Council Meeting - Sept. 1
Fall Open House and Mandatory Senior Parent Meeting
On September 14th we will host our Fall Open House which is an opportunity for you to meet your child's teachers. We will also have a senior night presentation that is required for all parents of seniors in the Auditorium. We look forward to seeing you there. More details are forthcoming in the coming weeks.
Fall Open House Schedule
Mandatory Senior Parent Meeting - Sept. 14
Senior Class of 2027 Important Jostens Dates
Visit Seniors - Rhodes Graduation Services for more information.
Visit LOWER RICHLAND HIGH SCHOOL HOPKINS, SC | Jostens for more information.
Graduation | Save The Date - May 26th
September Senior Class Newsletter
Junior Class of 2028 Important Jostens Dates
Visit LOWER RICHLAND HIGH SCHOOL HOPKINS, SC | Jostens for more information.
9th Grade Parent Power Hour with First Steps - Sept. 28
LR's Got Talent - October 2nd
Last Day For Senior Pictures is October 30th (Click Image)
Grade 9-11 Picture Day - Oct. 26th (Click Image)
Lower Richland School Improvement Council Goals
Lower Richland Athletics
Clear Bag Policy
Lower Richland Game Day Procedures
Upcoming Lower Richland Athletics Events
Football:
9/3/26- JV at Irmo, 6:00
9/4/26- Varsity v. Irmo at LR, 7:30
9/10/26- JV v. Dreher at LR, 6:00
9/11/26- Varsity at Dreher, 7:30
9/18/26- Varsity v. RNE at LR, 7:30
Volleyball:
9/10/26- JV & Varsity at Brookland-Cayce, 5:30
9/15/26- JV & Varsity v. Airport at LR, 5:30
9/17/26- JV & Varsity at Swansea, 5:30
9/22/26- JV & Varsity v. Camden at LR, 5:30
Girls Tennis:
9/10/26- at Brookland-Cayce, 5:00
9/15/26- at LR v. Airport, 5:00
9/22/26- at LR v. Camden, 5:00
Cheer:
9/25/26- LR Community Cheer Showcase at LR, 6:00
9/26/26- Competition at St. James, 10:00 am
Cross-Country:
9/15/26- at Darlington, 5:00
9/22/26- at Gilbert, 5:00
Swim:
9/10/26- at Kershaw Aquatic Center, 6:00
9/16/26- at Quail Hollow Swim Club, 6:00
9/24/26- at Kershaw Aquatic Center, 6:00
Girls Flag Football:
9/19/26- Midlands Teams Kick-Off at LR, 8:30 am
9/28/26- at LR v. RNE, 5:30
Homecoming Tailgate spots and wristbands are now available for purchase:
*Ticket Link: HomeTown Ticketing | School Events
*Deadline for tailgates spots purchase: Friday, September 25th at noon.
