Lauderdale County Schools will observe Spring Break next week, March 13-17, 2023. We hope all of our Tigers have a restful and enjoyable break!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Devarius Tavon King!
Tavon King graduated from Halls High School in 2016. He earned degrees from Columbia State Community College, University of North Alabama, and Cumberland University with an emphasis in Exercise Science and Sports Management.
Tavon is an international professional basketball player. Aside from his love of the game, Tavon’s favorite part of his career are the opportunities it provides to explore and experience other countries and cultures and meet new people.
Tavon is another reason why we are #LauderdaleProud!
Vacancy for Principal at Ripley Middle School. To apply or for more information, click on the link below!
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Vacancy for Director of Finance and Operations at Lauderdale County Schools. To apply or for more information, click on the link below!
https://lced.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1083
Vacancy for Director of Transportation, Safety, & Student Services at Lauderdale County Schools. To apply or for more information, click on the link below!
https://lced.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1079
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Cindy Ream!
Cindy Ream graduated from Halls High School in 1989. She has earned her bachelor’s degree from Lambuth University and her master’s degree from Trevecca Nazarene University.
Cindy is an educator at Halls High School. What she enjoys most about her career is giving back to the community by building relationships with students who are our community’s future.
Cindy is another reason why we are #LauderdaleProud!
Several LCS educators recently attended the “Reach Them All” training to learn more about the new state Computer Science standards. Educators dove into computer science vocabulary and learned how to support peers in integrating these new standards into their current curriculum and courses.
#TNSTEM #ReachThemAllTN #CSdrivesTN #RTATN
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Jonathon Mooney!
Jonathon Mooney is a 1997 graduate of Ripley High School. He has earned degrees from Dyersburg State Community College, University of Memphis, and Trevecca Nazarene University.
Jonathan is a 6th Grade Science Teacher at Crestview Middle School. His favorite part of his career is supporting student learning and preparing them for the real world applications of science.
Way to make us #LauderdaleProud, Jonathon!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Brittany Smith!
Brittany Smith is a 2010 graduate of Ripley High School. She has earned degrees from Dyersburg State Community College and University of Tennessee at Martin. Most recently, she completed her Master’s degree in Special Education with an emphasis in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) from Webster University.
Brittany is a Social Counselor with Tennessee Early Intervention Systems under the Department of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Her favorite part of her career is serving the children and families of our community and surrounding counties and ensuring that children receive early intervention services.
Way to make us #LauderdaleProud, Brittany!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Petty Officer First Class Cristian Aguilar!
Petty Officer First Class Cristian Aguilar graduated from Ripley High School in 2012. He enlisted in the United States Navy in 2015. Upon completing basic training, he attended and completed Seaman Apprenticeship Service School in Great Lakes, Illinois.
Petty Officer First Class Aguilar's first duty assignment was aboard the USS KIDD in Everett, Washington. During this tour, he completed a Western Pacific Deployment. He advanced to Logistics Specialist Second Class and qualified as an Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist. His current assignment is in Gulfport, Mississippi at Naval Mobile Construction Battalion 27 where he advanced to Logistics Specialist First Class. In April 2023, he will be moving to San Diego, California where he will serve on the USS RUSSELL for the next 4 years.
Petty Officer First Class Aguilar enjoys serving his country and playing a part in advancing naval missions. He also enjoys travel opportunities in the U.S. Navy and meeting new people along the way.
We are #LauderdaleProud of Seaman Aguilar and his dedication and service to our country!
Vacancy for Director of Transportation, Safety, & Student Services at LCS Central Office. To apply or for more information, click on the link below!
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The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) and National Weather Service (NWS) are sponsoring Severe Weather Awareness Week on February 19-25, 2023. All Lauderdale County Schools campuses participated in today’s statewide tornado drill held at 9:30AM to ensure that students and staff are well-prepared in the event of a tornado emergency.
For more information on Severe Weather Awareness Week, click here.
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Molly Shands!
Molly Shands graduated from Halls High School in 2017. She earned her Bachelor’s degree from the University of Memphis in 2021, where she studied Management with a minor in real estate.
Molly is a Student Support Specialist with the TCAT Northwest - Ripley campus. She enjoys helping high school students and graduates determine and advance their future careers and lives.
We are #LauderdaleProud of Molly and her passion for postsecondary education!
LCS district and school leaders met today to develop plans for the upcoming school year.
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Cody Peery!
Cody Peery is a 2010 graduate of Halls High School. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Freed-Hardeman University and his Master of Ministry degree in Homiletics and Ministerial Counseling from Heritage Christian University.
Cody is currently a youth and family minister. His favorite part of his role is helping kids and families become stronger units by navigating through uplifting and challenging times.
Way to make an impact, Cody! We are #LauderdaleProud of you!
Earlier this morning, a call came in to law enforcement about the potential of a weapon on a school bus. Ripley PD and the Lauderdale County Sheriff's Dept. responded quickly and found the bus arriving on campus at Ripley Elementary. A thorough search was conducted by law enforcement and the call turned out to be a false alarm and all is clear. We are thankful for our law enforcement partners and their quick and thorough response.
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Quawanda Ward Wilson!
Quawanda Ward Wilson is a 2003 graduate of Ripley High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Lane College in 2007.
Quawanda is currently an educator with Haywood County Schools. Her favorite part of education is impacting and molding young minds.
Way to make a difference, Quawanda! We are #LauderdaleProud of you!
Just a reminder of the district-level procedures regarding tomorrow's Valentine's Day deliveries. Each school will share specific procedures regarding collection and distribution through their front office and/or social media channels.
Lauderdale County Schools extends our deepest condolences and prayers to the family of Christine Michael and the Brownsville/Haywood County community. Christine was a Haywood High School junior whose academic and leadership abilities, along with her character, exemplified what we aspire for our young people to be.
Attention Halls High School and Ripley High School Seniors!
The Countdown is On! Finish the FAFSA by March 1 and open the door to your #TNPromise - scholarships, grants, financial aid, and more. #TNFAFSAChallenge CollegeforTN.org
