Getting ready for “Back to School” in Upstate, South Carolina? We have all the information you need about school starting, education options, plus places where you can find free school supplies in Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson, and Pickens, and back-to-school celebrations.
This article includes information on:
Greenville County Schools
Spartanburg County School Districts
Anderson County School Districts
School District of Pickens County
Back to School Events
When does public school start?
Greenville County Schools begins classes Monday, August 15, 2022
Spartanburg Districts 1 – 7 begin classes Monday, August 15, 2022
Anderson Districts 1 – 5 begin classes Tuesday, August 16, 2022
School District of Pickens County begins classes Tuesday, August 2, 2022
Educational Options in the Upstate: If you have questions about your schooling options, this is the place to start. Find summaries and resources for all the public school, private school, virtual school, and homeschool options the Upstate.
Greenville County School District
The Greenville County School District will begin classes on Monday, August 15, 2022. The 2022-2023 School Calendar is available on the greenville.k12.sc.us website.
Everything You Need to Know About Greenville County Schools
For more information about public schools in Greenville County, check out our Guide to Greenville County Public Schools! We have school calendars, menus, registration information, a tutorial for GCS Backpack, and lots more! You’ll want to bookmark this guide.
You can find out more about private schools in our area in our Private School Guide to Greenville.
Greenville County Schools News
What’s happening in Greenville County Schools that will affect your child and family? Our Greenville County Schools News page has all the important updates on school attendance, health policies, board meeting summaries, and more.
Find Free School Supplies in Greenville, SC
If you or someone you know needs help purchasing school supplies for this year, don’t miss this list of Events with Free School Supplies. And if you’re not sure what supplies your child needs, check with your child’s school website for a detailed list.
Spartanburg County School Districts 1 – 7
Spartanburg County Schools operate as seven separate districts. Each district starts the 2022-2023 academic year on Monday, August 15, 2022. You can find registration requirements, bus information, and more on each district’s website, which is listed below.
Spartanburg District Sites:
If you want to find more specific information about each district or you are new to Spartanburg and our area schools, please see our Guide to Spartanburg County School Districts.
You can find out more about private schools in our area in our Private School Guide to Spartanburg.
Free School Supplies in Spartanburg, SC
Need help with school supplies? Here’s a list of events where kids can get free school supplies in Spartanburg. If you need to find your child’s school supply list, visit their school’s website.
Anderson County School Districts 1 – 5
Anderson County Schools operate by 5 separate districts. Classes will start on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, for all districts for the 2022-2023 academic year. Information about each district’s schedules, bus information, registration, and more can be found on their individual websites.
Free School Supplies in Anderson, SC
Need help finding school supplies in Anderson, SC? Check out our list of free school supply events in the Upstate. You can find a detailed list of school supplies need for your child on their school’s website.
School District of Pickens County
The School District of Pickens County begins classes Tuesday, August 2, 2022. The 2022-2023 academic calendar can be located at https://www.pickens.k12.sc.us along with additional information about registration, bus schedules, specific schools, and much more.
Planning to enroll in a charter school? Pickens County offers several charter schools that can be an alternative to your child’s education.
Free School Supplies in the Upstate
In need of school supplies in Pickens County? We have a list of dozens of free school supply events throughout the upstate where you can get supplies for your child.
Back to School Events in the Upstate
Back to School Splash
Morningside Baptist Church, 1115 Pelham Road, Greenville
July 29, 2022, from 9 am-Noon
August 10, 2022, at 7 pm
Back to School Splash
Unity Health on Main’s 3rd Annual Back to School Event
505 N. Main Street, Greenville
Unity Health on Main
July 30, 2022- 10 am – 12 pm
Back to School
At this first-come-first-served drive-thru event, families will receive school supplies (students must be present for supplies), along with FoodShare Fruit and Veggie boxes from Mill Village Farms (1 box per family, while supplies last).
Upstate Community & Family Day
McAllister Square, 225 S Pleasantburg Drive, Greenville
July 30, 2022, from 11 am – 1 pm
Community & Family Day
Back to School Event
Town of Duncan
121 South Spencer Street, Duncan
August 2, 2022, 6 to 9 pm
Duncan Back to School Event
Free school supplies, food trucks, and family fun.
Back to School Bash
Temple Church
171 Watkins Court, Spartanburg
August 3, 2022, at 5:15 pm
Back to School Bash
Countdown to Kindergarten
The Children’s Museum of the Upstate
130 Magnolia Street, Spartanburg 29306
Friday, August 5th, 2022, 6 – 8 pm
This FREE event prepares children and families for an exciting kindergarten year. Geared toward families with children entering 3K, 4K, and Kindergarten, this event gives families an opportunity to connect with an array of community partners focused on student success and childhood development.
Countdown to Kindergarten
United Way School Tools
Staunton Bridge Community Center, 165 Staunton Bridge Road, Greenville
Greer Relief, 202 Victoria Street, Greer
August 6, 2022, 10 am to 2 pm
United Way School Tools Day
Pack Your Bags Picnic
20 Bell Road, Greenville
Woodruff Road Christian Church
August 6th, 2022, 10 am – 2 pm
Pack Your Bags Picnic with free school supplies, a free cookout with hot dogs, chips, lemonade, cookies, bounce houses, and more!
Back to School Bash
810 North Main Street, Greer
Hosted by Upstate Nutrition
August 6th, 2022, 10 am – 4 pm
Lots of fun including funnel cakes, food trucks, face painting, inflatables, and a petting zoo.
Back to School Bash
Do you know of a back-to-school event we have missed? Let us know so we can add it to our list!