As we close National Principals Month, we pause to celebrate and appreciate the leaders that drive our district forward. Our principals are not just managers of things, they are leaders of people. Their vision and dedication help set the course for our staff to lead students towards success.
Lee County is so lucky to have these 17 individuals who serve as principal on each of our campuses. We're also thankful for the many other administrators who serve as assistant principals across the district. Our students and communities are better places thanks to the focused leadership and commitment to students you display each day.
Please join us in thanking the principals across Lee County Schools, and show your love for the ways they care for, lead, and serve our students and faculty!
It is a tradition in LCS for Beginning Teachers to make their rounds at Central Office as first year beginning teachers, meeting the staff and learning what each person or department is responsible for. Central Office always tries to make it a memorable experience with some great Halloween costumes!
This year, Beginning Teachers were greeted by all of Taylor Swift's various "Eras", the "Spice Girls", and the four seasons among other festive costumes. It is a unique way for our BTs to get to know our district staff and always make for some great photos! #LCSfamily
Yesterday afternoon, every student and grade level at Tramway Elementary participated in "Art for the Sky." Here is a sneak peek at a few pictures from yesterday's big event to get you prepared for the big reveal that comes later today. #SuccessInAllSeasons #LCSthrive
Red Ribbon Week is the nation's largest and oldest awareness campaign to help educate students on being healthy and making the choice to not abuse drugs and alcohol. Schools across our district join the national campaign each October by participating in a variety of Red Ribbon Week activities. Lee County Schools would like to thank the City of Sanford's ABC Board for providing funds annually to support these efforts in our school district.
Tonight through Halloween! Southern Lee Theatre presents the eerie documentary performance "Trap! A Documentary" by Stephen Gregg about a play a high school play in California where every person in the audience except one fell unconscious.
Tickets are available online at soleetheatre.ludus.com and at the door. Performances are Tuesday Oct. 29th, Wednesday Oct. 30th, and Thursday Oct. 31st. The performance starts at 6:30 and doors will open at 6 pm. (This chilling event features elements that may be too terrifying and horrifying for young children. Please be mindful of that fact when purchasing tickets.)
Last night we held the first Community Feedback Meeting of our Strategic Planning process at Southern Lee. We were so encouraged by the turnout and the candid feedback so many provided about where we are as a district and how we can improve the services we provide to students and families.
Thank you to each community member that made the time to get there last night and provide their input, we are grateful for your support and voice!
Schools are so often the backbone of a community. That is especially evident in Western North Carolina as they do the hard work of trying to rebuild from a catastrophic event, Hurricane Helene. It is also why when any district is hurting, we all have to pitch in.
Here in Lee County Schools, we are blessed to have tremendous community support. When we heard about some immediate needs for mountain districts who still trying to put the pieces of their broken communities back together, we were able to respond quickly thanks to support we receive from you.
Buncombe County Schools returned staff to campus today & students tomorrow. The district requested extra counselors & social workers to be in their schools to be ready to support those returning to learning after a traumatic event. Three social workers from LCS, Dennis Duke, Consepsion Martinez & Sara Allen made the trip up to Buncombe County and are still there assisting students and staff with processing all they have been through.
We also responded to immediate needs in McDowell County Schools, as Central Office Staff collected coats, hats, gloves, socks, underwear and hygiene items on short notice to get to students from Old Fort Elementary who were displaced by flooding. Over two feet of mud covered the floors in their school building and many students lost homes and belongings including the warm clothing they need in the near days and weeks as chilly mountain air settles in for the late fall.
Thanks to generous central office staff and incredible response from St. Luke UMC, Jonesboro Heights Baptist, and Cool Springs Baptist, we were able to drop off a 14-foot trailer full of needed supplies for students and families in McDowell County in less than a week from receiving their list of critical needs.
We are thankful to serve and live in a community that supports our schools and is always ready to lend a hand to those who need it. We know when we call, whether it is for students in the mountains or a family in need in our community, you will help us find a way to make it happen. Thanks for showing us Lee County is a place invested in seeing students & families thrive.
#LCSthrive #SchoolsHelpingSchools
PREPARED & PLUGGED IN -- That is the story of brand new Southern Lee alumna Parker Howard. Less than a year removed from high school graduation, Howard is already working with First Health Rehabilitation Services as an assistant while she takes classes at CCCC and prepares to head to UNCW for Exercise Science and Kinesiology.
Read more about how Lee County Schools and her extracurricular time, with DECA in particular, helped have her ready to jump into the work she is passionate about doing long term: https://www.lee.k12.nc.us/article/1836677
#LCSthrive
REMINDER! Tomorrow night is our Community Feedback Meeting on our Strategic Planning Process. Meeting starts at 6 p.m. at Southern Lee High School in the Cafeteria.
Please RSVP using this quick online form: https://bit.ly/LCSplan
We invite all parents and community members to this important event as part of Lee County Schools' strategic planning process. Your feedback on our district's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats is crucial in shaping the future of our schools. Come share your thoughts and help us build a stronger future for our students and schools.
Today at the conclusion of our district-wide Principal Meeting, our principals were given the opportunity to "let their hair down" for a few minutes. Well, at least to glue some on their pumpkin, as they decorated pumpkins to celebrate fall and National Principal Month. Here are a few of our favorites from today!
The cast and crew of Little Mermaid Jr. have been hard at work with rehearsals as they gear up for showtime. Take your chance to see this amazing production by Lee County students on October 24-26th at Lee County High School! Tickets are available at the door (cash) & on GoFan.co
Yesterday afternoon, Tramway Elementary staff were surprised during a meeting with the news that Andrea Cummings had been selected LCS Principal of the Year for 2024-2025! Read more about her passion and commitment to students here: https://www.lee.k12.nc.us/article/1832699
College Application Week is from October 21 to 27, 2024. During this week, many North Carolina colleges and universities waive their application fees. Check out https://www.cfnc.org/ or speak to your school counselor for more information.
On average, students who eat school breakfast have been shown to achieve 17.5% higher scores on standardized math tests and attend 1.5 more days of school each year. School breakfast is free to all students in LCS and grab-and-go service options are helping ensure that students arriving on a tight schedule still have the opportunity to benefit from this service. #LCSthrive
Even though students in traditional calendar schools were enjoying some much needed time away today, our staff stayed busy planning and training to best serve students when they return to campus next week.
Members of the LCS Student Services Department engaged in critical conversations surrounding data from the first quarter and discussed best practices for addressing the behavioral and mental health needs of our students. We are grateful for Detective Alan Schlitz from the Sanford Police Department who shared his expertise and experience to help our team know more about protecting students on the internet. #LCSthrive
When children have access to healthier food choices at a young age, they are more likely to develop lifelong habits of making nutritious decisions. By providing balanced meals in school, we help set the foundation for brighter, healthier futures, both academically and physically. #LCSthrive
Bragg Street Academy unveiled its newly refurbished Culinary Arts Classroom today with students, staff, and community dignitaries in attendance. The school completed the renovations thanks to the Innovative Partnership Grant which has provided over $800K of funding for projects like this one at the school. Find out more about innovative ways BSA is helping students thrive in the new space and with future projects here: https://www.lee.k12.nc.us/article/1823804
During School Lunch Week, we highlight the importance of healthy meals in supporting student success in the classroom and beyond. Hunger can significantly impact a student's ability to concentrate and perform well in school. When students are well-nourished, they are more engaged, focused, and able to achieve their full potential. #LCSthrive
This school year marks an exciting milestone for Lee County Schools, as every student now receives free breakfast and lunch thanks to the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP). Ensuring access to nutritious meals helps set our students up for success, fostering a healthier and more focused learning environment. #LCSthrive
We invite all parents and community members to an important event as part of Lee County Schools' strategic planning process. Your feedback on our district's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats is crucial in shaping the future of our schools. The event will be held at 6 p.m. on October 24th at Southern Lee High School in the cafeteria.
Come share your thoughts and help us build a stronger future for our students and schools. We look forward to seeing you there! Please RSVP using this quick online form: https://bit.ly/LCSplan
