
November 13, 2025
Two exceptional educators in District Five received a heartwarming surprise this week as they were named the 2025–26 Distinguished Literacy Teachers of the Year! Elizabeth Koon, m...

November 12, 2025
As we look forward to another great school year in Spartanburg District Five, the 2026-27 school year calendar is now available so families can start planning ahead. District Five...

November 5, 2025
In an overwhelming vote, Spartanburg District Five residents have approved the district’s $200 million bond referendum, paving the way for several major construction projects desi...

October 27, 2025
Every Family Has a Story. Come Be a Part of Ours! If you’re searching for a district where teaching feels like home — where relationships matter and educators are valued — Spart...

October 8, 2025
The James F. Byrnes High School Rebel Regiment is once again headed to the national stage! The award-winning marching band has been selected to perform in the 100th Macy’s Thanksg...

September 29, 2025
Spartanburg District Five Schools is proud to announce that twelve schools across the district have been recognized as America’s Healthiest Schools by the Alliance for a Healthi...

September 26, 2025
Maggie Duncan has no trouble coming up with dreams for her future. It's narrowing it down to one that's the problem. "I'm considering biology, research, and math. I can see mys...

September 18, 2025
Spartanburg District Five is growing, and we want you to be part of the conversation about our future! District Five will host a series of Community Forums where families, staff,...

August 29, 2025
Rebel fans are coming home again this Friday night! The excitement continues at the new stadium at Nixon Field as our Byrnes Rebels take on Irmo High School in the second home gam...

August 28, 2025
Governor Henry McMaster and Senator Shane Martin joined students, teachers, and District Five leaders at Tyger River Elementary on Wednesday to shine a spotlight on school safety ...

August 27, 2025
As the lights went down and the field began to clear, Byrnes High School Head Football Coach Reggie Shaw finally had a moment to smile and take it all in. "This was more than I co...

August 15, 2025
Rebel fans, the moment we've all been waiting for is almost here! On Friday, August 22, the lights will shine on a brand new chapter in James F. Byrnes High School history as we p...

August 14, 2025
As thousands of District Five students returned to the classroom this week, some Byrnes High School students did so with a few new tools in hand. More than a dozen Byrnes students...

August 7, 2025
Spartanburg District Five has announced plans to move forward with a $200 million bond referendum that will appear before voters during the general election on November 4, 2025.. ...

July 31, 2025
Spartanburg District Five Schools is proud to announce that Ashley Jackson has been selected as the new Assistant Principal at Abner Creek Academy. A longtime educator, Jackson ...

July 24, 2025
Spartanburg District Five Schools is excited to announce that all students—elementary, middle, and high school— will receive free breakfast and lunch every school day during the ...

July 17, 2025
A familiar face will soon lead Spartanburg District Five School’s award-winning fine arts program. District Five is proud to announce that Kaci Cotter has been selected as the dis...

June 24, 2025
The Spartanburg District Five Board of Trustees is continuing its commitment to students and employees with the approval of its 2025-26 budget, totaling $157,792,098. The annual b...

June 16, 2025
Spartanburg District Five is proud to announce that longtime educator and district leader, Matt Wofford, will be taking on a new role next school year, stepping up to be the Distri...

May 29, 2025
As Spartanburg District Five Schools closes another outstanding school year, we're also celebrating some special members of our District Five family. This year, we are proud to...
