Lexington County School District Three Announces Polly Peyinghaus as Director of Child Nutrition

Batesburg-Leesville, SC 04/28/2026 - Lexington County School District Three announces the hiring of Polly Peyinghaus as the district’s new Director of Child Nutrition. She will officially begin her role in May.

Mrs. Peyinghaus brings a wealth of experience in child nutrition and school food service operations. She currently serves as the Child Nutrition Coordinator for Aiken County Public School District, where she has demonstrated strong leadership and a commitment to providing high-quality, nutritious meals to students.

Prior to her work in Aiken County, Mrs. Peyinghaus served in Lexington County School District One as a Food Services Field Supervisor. In that role, she supported managers and teams in the field on a daily basis, providing the tools and guidance needed to serve students with a joyful spirit while maintaining full compliance with program standards.

A resident of Leesville, Mrs. Peyinghaus earned her bachelor’s degree from Hyles-Anderson College in Indiana. She is passionate about supporting student wellness through innovative and effective food service programs.

Outside of her professional work, Mrs. Peyinghaus enjoys cooking and spending time with her family. She is married to her husband, Rob, and has three adult children—Melyssa, Clayton, and Moriah—and three grandchildren, Ashton, Lola, and Jamison. In her free time, she and her husband enjoy exploring the charm of small towns, especially discovering local eateries and unique shops. She also finds great joy in spending time at the beach.