
Due to expected inclement weather, all after school activities have been cancelled for today, March 31, 2025. Buses will run on their regular schedule. Thank you for understanding and stay safe!


Good morning. Unfortunately, we a short a bus driver this morning for bus 70. Please plan to bring your student, if possible. We will send the one of our other buses back out upon its return from its original route. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your patience.

Due to an emergency, bus 98 will be running on a double route this morning. Please, if possible, bring students to school by 7:35 AM, so they don’t miss any instructional time. We apologize for the inconvenience! Thank you for your patience.

Attention Rocket Parents!
Picture day is TOMORROW, October 15th. These photos will be featured in the yearbook, and pre-payment is required. You can order online at Strawbridge using the code: FM441667. Alternatively, you can enclose exact payments in the envelopes provided.
Thank you!

Lee County Schools is partnering with Downtown Sanford, Inc., Visit Sanford and others to collect items for our neighbors in Western NC who have seen their communities and homes devastated by flooding. You can send donation items on the list below with your child to school or you can deliver your items to the Visit Sanford Welcome Center (229 Carthage St.) from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
We are accepting:
Bottled water or Gallons of water
Sports drink powdered packets
Baby wipes
Diapers (children's & adult sizes)
Baby formula
Bug spray
Sunscreen
Plastic utensils
Manual can openers
Trash bags
Non-perishable foods
Cleaning supplies
Plastic sheeting & tarps
Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
Toiletries & Sanitation Items
Pet food (dog & cat)
Hand sanitizer & wipes
Heavy duty work gloves
Socks (all sizes, unopened)
Thank you for your generosity and follow Downtown Sanford, Inc. for updates on these efforts.


Due to mechanical issues, bus 98 will run approximately 25 minutes late this morning. We appreciate your patience and understanding! Have a great Wednesday!

Parents of students who ride bus 73, please be aware that pick-up and drop-off for Carolina Trace will be at the front entrance until road construction is finished. Thank you for your patience!

LCS will operate on a 2-hour delay for students and staff on Tuesday, September 17. This delay will allow for additional daylight hours to ensure the safe travel of buses & provide extra time to make any necessary adjustments to our schedule should conditions change overnight.


Good morning Rockets!
Bus 73 experienced some mechanical issues this morning en route to pick up students. Please be patient with any delays! Have a great Monday!

It isn't a surprise to us, but state accountability results were released earlier this week and we have a lot to celebrate. East Lee Middle has once again met its growth goals, continuing its steady upward trend in student achievement. Go Rockets!


Hello Rocket Families!
Parents/guardians of students riding bus 73, please note that there is a road closure on Cox Mill Rd. that will cause delays! The road closure will be ongoing for the next month. Thank you for your patience and understanding! Please use the Here Comes the Bus to stay updated! Have a great day!

Good morning, Rocket Families! Bus 95 is running approximately 20 minutes late. Thank you for your patience.

Good afternoon! Bus 61 has a sub-driver this afternoon. Please be patient with arrival times! Thanks for your understanding.

Happy Friday, Rocket Parents/Guardians!
Bus riders received information about accessing bus information. The information sent home with your student has a unique code that is required for you to be added to the bus room on Thrillshare. Please sign up so you can receive bus updates!
Have a great weekend!

Lee Co. Health Department will be holding an Immunization/Vaccine Clinic for school-required vaccines September 9th-18th. Call the Health Department at 919-718-4640 to schedule your student's appointment. Appointments can also be scheduled with your medical provider's office


Due to bus issues, bus 95 will run an additional 20 minutes late. Thank you for your patience. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Good morning Rockets! Bus 95 is running approximately 20 minutes late! We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your patience.

Good morning Rockets,
Bus 98 is running approximately 20 minutes late. We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your patience.

Good morning, bus 70 is running approximately 15-20 minutes late! We apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you!


As we look towards the first day for our traditional calendar schools tomorrow, we are glad to remind you that ALL students can receive FREE breakfast and lunch at every LCS Campus for the 2024-2025 school year! No forms are required! We are glad to be able to provide this service for our students. #LCSthrive
