(Irmo, SC) -- Lexington Richland School District 5 is in need of substitute teachers.
They're issuing an urgent call to the community for anyone who can help as they try to keep schools open despite an increase in COVID-19 cases across the district.
Their schools hit a peak of 207 staff absences due to the virus this week.
This compares to an average of 121 staff absences before winter break.