Pride in 55: Connections

This episode we are joined by Laurens District 55 High School Head Football Coach, Daryl Smith. Join Dr. Thomas as we learn about his background, vision for this season, mentors that inspire him, the reason he wakes up every morning, and how football is a community and worldwide connector for us all.

Join Superintendent, Dr. Ameca Thomas for this episode as she sits down with Laurens, SC Mayor, Nathan Senn. Press play as we learn more about the mayor, the future of Laurens, and the importance of partnership between local government, the school district, and parents.

For this episode, join Superintendent, Dr. Ameca Thomas as she introduces Mr. Michael Cade - Laurens District 55 High School Varsity Girls' Basketball Coach. Tune in and find out more about Coach Cade, his passion for sports, leadership, and his vision for the future.

Join us for this episode as Superintendent, Dr. Ameca Thomas introduces Mr. Armond Flood from Laurens District 55 High School, discusses what we can look forward to this basketball season, and his "why" as a coach, teacher, leader, and mentor.

Join us for this episode as Superintendent, Dr. Ameca Thomas sits down with Lewis Compton, Principal of Laurens District High School, and discusses his love for education, lifelong connection to Laurens, and all of the amazing things going on at LDHS.

Join us for this episode as Superintendent, Dr. Ameca Thomas sits down with Lt. Scott Franklin, Laurens Police Department's Public Information Officer, as we discuss safety within the school and home to help ensure a brighter future for our students and community.

This episode we're joined by Anna Jenkins, Laurens District 55 High School's 2021-2022 Student Body President. Tune in as Superintendent, Dr. Ameca Thomas asks her about motivation amidst the pandemic, leadership, and advice for how both students and teachers can stay encouraged and focused on the goal.

Our host and current Superintendent, Dr. Ameca Thomas, sits down with Dr. Billy R. Strickland, former Superintendent from 2009-2016, to talk discuss the community and culture of Laurens County School District 55.

Join us as this episode we sit down with Lindsey Dawkins, 2021-2022 Laurens County School District 55's Teacher of the Year.

Join us as we sit with Josh Dawkins, Principal of Sanders Middle School.