Holiday spirit is sweeping Central Office as members of the Student Services Department are making some trips out to schools, including Warren Williams Pre-K this morning, to read holiday books to classes.
Santa's Workshop was also open to decorate cookies & make a holiday ornament ahead of the Dirty Santa gift exchange. It has been a refreshing time to stop and remember the good things that have happened this year as the hard-working staff were able to take a few moments to enjoy some time with each other.
Students and staff at Lee Early College were treated to a pajama day, hot chocolate, popcorn and a holiday movie afternoon to celebrate the school's designation as an "A" grade school on the NC School Report Cards. It was a well deserved reward for a great group of hard working students and staff! #LCSthrive
Last night at the Board of Education Meeting, three new members and an incumbent member were sworn in to serve on the seven-member Board of Education. New members sworn in last night included Megan Garner, Carla Hooker, and Cindy Ortiz. Incumbent member Sherry Womack was also sworn in for another term. We look forward to working with all members of our Board of Education to provide a high-quality education to all students in Lee County. #LCSthrive
We were pleased to announce the two winners of the Lee County Schools Holiday Card Contest tonight at the Board of Education Meeting. This year's Elementary Schools Division winner is Renee H. from J.Glenn Edwards with her ink & crayon snowman. The Secondary School Division winner is Mia P. from Southern Lee with her color pencil snowglobe scene.
Winners and finalists were recognized at the BOE Meeting tonight and we'll be featuring submissions for the remainder of the holiday season on our social media channels. Congratulations to each student finalist and winner!
The finalists for our Holiday Card Contest in our secondary school division are simply stunning. Take a look at the picturesque holiday greetings from our three finalists:
- Merly J.P. an 8th grader at Bragg Street Academy
- Mia P. an 11th grader at Southern Lee High
- Melissa B. a 12th grader at Lee Early College
The winner of the Secondary Division of the Card Contest will be announced along with the Elementary Division winner tomorrow night at the Lee County Board of Education Meeting and posted to our social media channels soon after. Congratulations to each of our finalists!
As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we are developing a strategic plan for Lee County Schools, and we value your input. To ensure that our plan reflects the needs and perspectives of our parents/guardians and community members, we are conducting a survey. Your insights will provide valuable information about the strengths and areas for growth within our schools. This survey is anonymous. Please complete it by TOMORROW December 6th, 2024.
Parent/Guardian Survey: https://bit.ly/LCSguardian_survey
Community Survey: https://bit.ly/LCScommunity_survey
We have so many talented students in Lee County Schools and we are excited to announce the finalists in the Elementary Division of the 2024 Holiday Card Contest.
Congratulations to our top three who are the finalists this year,
- Lilliana C. - a fourth grader from W.B. Wicker
- Olivia F. - a fifth grader from J.R. Ingram
- Renee H. - a fifth grader from J. Glenn Edwards
The winner of the Elementary Division of the Card Contest will be announced on Tuesday, December 10th! Be on the lookout for our Secondary Division finalists on Monday!
If you are looking for a fun and festive way to get yourself into the swing of the season, the Lee County High School Show Choir and Dancer's Workshop are presenting "Merry & Bright - A Holiday Revue" with some favorite holiday songs sure to bring some cheer.
Performances are scheduled for December 12 & 13 at 7 PM at Lee County High School's McLeod Auditorium. They will perform twice on Saturday, December 14, with shows beginning at 2:30 pm and 7. Admission is $5 or you can bring a new, unwrapped toy to donate to the Toys for Tots drive.
A COMMUNITY OF VOLUNTEERS. Today is International Volunteer Day and we are so thankful for the army of volunteers that keep our schools moving forward each and every day. Whether it is serving concessions at an athletic event, serving on a parent-teacher organization committee, providing cultural learning opportunities for students, or helping bring exciting events like a color run to life for our students, this community consistently steps up to the plate to give our students their time, talents, and energy.
We are grateful for every volunteer that take the time to make our schools a better place! Thank you for investing in the future of our community and helping students thrive.
Deep River decked the halls last night with an incredibly festive party for students and families. Games and treats were accompanied by guest appearances from the Grinch and the big man himself, Santa Claus. Thanks for stopping by for a great night at the River! #LCSfamily
Today, we celebrate National Special Education Day, commemorating the day that President Gerald Ford signed the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act some 49 years ago. We are grateful for this day as it was a huge step towards ensuring every child receives the free and appropriate public education that they each deserve which is specifically tailored to their unique individual needs.
We are proud of the teachers, staff, students and families that take part in our exceptional children programs at Lee County Schools and salute the role of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act in helping each student reach their full potential.
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Lee County Schools!
We hope your holiday is one you will be grateful for in the years to come. Be safe and enjoy your turkey today!
Earlier this week, Tramway AIG students presented their annual Wax Museum project. Each student researches a significant figure in North Carolina History and portrayed them for parents and other students, answering questions about their achievements and telling their story.
Figures from James K. Polk, the eleventh President of the United States, to television sheriff Andy Griffith, and the late great women's basketball coach from NC State University, Kay Yow, were portrayed giving students an opportunity to imagine the impact each made on our state and nation.
As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, we are developing a strategic plan for Lee County Schools, and we value your input. To ensure that our plan reflects the needs and perspectives of our parents/guardians and community members, we are conducting a survey.
Your insights will provide valuable information about the strengths and areas for growth within our schools. This survey is anonymous. Please complete it by December 6th, 2024.
Parent/Guardian Survey: https://bit.ly/LCSguardian_survey
Community Survey: https://bit.ly/LCScommunity_survey
This afternoon, LCS honored Dr. Carol Chappell upon her retirement after more than 45 years of service to the students and families of Lee County. The Assembly Room at Central Office has been named the Dr. Carol Chappell Professional Development Suite in honor of her commitment to continuous improvement and professional learning. Read more about the honor here: https://www.lee.k12.nc.us/article/1894455
Congratulations to Dr. Chappell upon her well deserved retirement! Please join us in thanking her for her tremendous career and dedication to the students of Lee County Schools!
Today we celebrate National Substitute Educators Day and recognize the invaluable contributions of our substitute teachers who step in to support learning at every Lee County School campus.
Each substitute educator plays a crucial role in maintaining continuity for our students when their regular teachers are unavailable. Substitutes bring flexibility, dedication, and care to their work, ensuring that classrooms remain productive and that students continue to succeed. Our substitute teachers are an essential part of our school community. Join us in saying thank you to the amazing substitute educators across Lee County School District for their hard work and commitment to student success. We appreciate all that you do!
If you are interested in joining our great team of Substitute Educators, you can apply today at www.ESS.jobs or call (877) 983-2244 for more information.
We are FULL of thanks! Today was a huge day for many of our school cafeterias as they opened up to not just students, but parents and families to celebrate a Thanksgiving Meal together. As any one who regularly prepares food for their family's annual celebration knows, a tremendous amount of hard work goes into the preparation of the food and the presentation of the meal.
Judging by the smiling faces and clean plates, our child nutrition staff and many volunteers helped make today's school lunch a time to remember and cherish for many families of students across the district. Thank you to each who played a part in the festivities!
Hope you enjoy a few snapshots from the school family gathering at Deep River Elementary School today!
National Parental Involvement Day is a time to recognize the incredible impact families, but particularly parents and guardians, have on student success at each one of our school campuses. Research shows students perform better academically, socially, and emotionally when their families are actively involved in their education.
Whether it’s volunteering, attending parent-teacher conferences, or simply supporting learning at home, your involvement makes all the difference. At Lee County Schools we are proud to partner with parents and guardians to create a supportive and engaging learning environment for all our students. To the amazing parents and caregivers across our district, we THANK YOU for your dedication to helping students thrive. We are so grateful for your partnership!
#LCSthrive #LCSfamily
Did you know that Lee County Schools is the only district in the state other than Charlotte-Mecklenburg that offers four NAF Academies to help prepare students specialized careers in Engineering, Finance, Health Sciences, and Hospitality & Tourism?
In fact, Southern Lee and Lee County High Schools make up two of the three schools in North Carolina who offer all four of these nationally-renowned academy program options to students within a single high school facility.
What is a NAF Academy? We're glad you asked!
As we celebrate National Career Development Week, take a minute to learn about these specialized opportunities that prepare students to thrive that are available right here in Lee County Schools: https://www.lee.k12.nc.us/article/1887551
#CTEworks #LCSthrive
J. Glenn Edwards is currently experiencing a power outage due to an automobile accident. Students are safe and crews are working to restore power. It is not necessary to pick up your child, however if you choose to do so, please pick up by 2:00 p.m. Please see your email for additional information.