Now that the school year has ended, meals will not be delivered off site. Student meals may still be picked up at either RPS, RHS, or HHS on Mondays and Thursdays through June 29. Meals will be served on Tuesday, May 26, as a result of the Memorial Day holiday.Any organization wanting to host a community, summer feeding site should contact Mrs. Kerri Carmack,... READ MORE >

Below is the information needed for joining the live video stream of the upcoming graduation ceremonies for Lauderdale County Schools. In addition to the live stream, the ceremonies will be recorded and posted online for future viewing. In the event the live stream fails during the ceremony, additional cameras will be recording the event as a back up. These videos... READ MORE >

2020 Graduation Ceremony UpdateGeneral Guidance for Audience Participants Lauderdale County Schools is excited to be offering an "in person" experience for the Class of 2020. We are proud of our graduates and want them to be able to share this special moment with their selected guests and classmates. Congratulations Class of 2020 for your accomplishments.As we... READ MORE >

2020 Teacher and Staff Appreciation WeekMay 4th-8th is recognized as "Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week” across the country. Please join our schools and district office in showing your appreciation for the amazing work that our teachers and staff members do each and every day. We also want to extend a thanks for teachers and staff members who are going above... READ MORE >

NATIONAL SCHOOL NURSE DAY National School Nurse Day on the Wednesday of National Nurses Week honors all school nurses who care for the children in the schools every day. School nurses promote learning through working to insure our students are healthy. School nurses are often the first place a student thinks to go when they don’t feel well or have been hurt.... READ MORE >

Information on Year-End Events for High Schools As the school year has come to an abrupt end, school leaders, teachers, sponsors, and coaches have been working on ways to recognize Lauderdale County students. With traditional banquets, scholarship recognition, and awards ceremonies unable to occur, high schools will be posting several items online highlighting... READ MORE >

SCHOOL LUNCH HERO DAY The first Friday in May is celebrated as School Lunch Hero Day, dedicated to those men and women who make the cafeterias and the schools a better place to be! For many children, the cafeteria is the first place they enter on a school day. The school nutrition staff does a great job of preparing meals and the well-being of every child is... READ MORE >

May 1st is celebrated as National School Principal Day. We are so thankful for all of our principals and assistant principals and the work they do each day for our students, staff, and community. Lauderdale County principals are amazing leaders and their commitment to excellence is evident in the way they lead. Each and every day we are thankful for our... READ MORE >

Lauderdale County Schools Graduation Notice – April 29, 2020 Lauderdale County Schools has been working with state and local officials while planning for the upcoming high school graduation ceremonies. It is our goal to provide the Class of 2020 with the best possible experience during these difficult times. After consulting with local officials and the TN... READ MORE >

NASHVILLE, TN—The Tennessee Department of Education and the Tennessee STEM Innovation Network (TSIN) today released a STE(A)M Resource Hub for educators and families to use with students during COVID-19 related school closures. The STE(A)M Resource Hub includes three weekly challenges around design activities, critical thinking, and career exploration that... READ MORE >

From Tennessee Secondary Schools Athletic Association....With the Governor’s announcement of school closure for the remainder of the school year, all remaining TSSAA events for 2019-20, including all spring sports and the postponed state basketball tournaments, are cancelled. This is an unprecedented time across our state and country, and we do not make this... READ MORE >

On April 15, Governor Lee announced that he encourages all schools in TN to close for the remainder of the 2019-2020 school year. There will be many decisions to be made as the district works to close out the 19-20 school year. In the document linked below, you will find some preliminary information about closing out the school year for students, teachers, and... READ MORE >

Lauderdale County, Let’s “LIGHT IT UP” for 2020 SENIORS! Wednesday, April 15th, at 20:20 (8:20 p.m.) Lauderdale County’s Athletic Complexes will light up the fields for 20 minutes to recognize the spring athletes in this year's senior class. We encourage our communities to LIGHT UP their porches to show support for the entire Senior class during these... READ MORE >

NEW INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP ON TUESDAY, APRIL 14, FROM 9:00-11:00AM - NEXT PICK UP WILL BE ON TUESDAY, APRIL 28. VISIT YOUR CHILD'S SCHOOL TO RECEIVE HARD COPY MATERIALS. THESE MATERIALS WILL ALSO BE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD ON APRIL 14 BY CLICKING HERE.K-5 Math & ELA3-5 Geography6-8 Citizenship & Civics6-8 Science9-12 SubjectsAlgebra... READ MORE >

The Tennessee Department of Education is partnering with PBS stations across the state to offer 1st-8th grade students up to 30 hours of standards-aligned instructional lessons per week during times of COVID-19 school closures. Broadcast programming, developed by the Tennessee Department of Education in partnership with teachers across the state, will cover... READ MORE >

Please see the attached Frequently Asked Questions document addressing several important topics. CLICK HERE FOR THE FAQ DOCUMENT Categories covered include: Instructional Materials/AcademicsEnd of School Year Related QuestionsStudent Meal ServiceExtracurricular Activities and EventsGeneral QuestionsHow to Stay Informed READ MORE >

A new COVID-19 school update page has been added at https://www.lced.net/covid-19-information--72. This page will have important information and recent updates. It also includes instructional materials for download along with supporting online resources. The same information can be found at the top of the menu in you mobile app. Look for the "COVID-19 INFO"... READ MORE >

Click the following link to download the flyer with all dates, times, and locations for food pick up. Pick up begins Monday at RPS, RHS, & HHS - Now Open Monday, Wednesday, & FridayDelivery begins Wednesday, March 25 and will occur each Monday, Wednesday, & Friday - (see the linked flyer for more information) Free Breakfast & Lunch Flyer READ MORE >

How long will schools be closed? It is possible that the school closures will continue beyond March 31. However, local officials will await guidance from federal and state authorities on re-opening schools.Will students have to make up school in the summer time? At this point, there is no indication that students will have to attend school through June and July.... READ MORE >

As announced on Monday, March 16, all schools in Lauderdale County will be closed until at least March 31 to limit community exposure to COVID-19. An update on future closures will be posted to this site and social media outlets prior to March 31.As this is a rapidly evolving situation, we will be sharing additional information and mobilizing as many services to... READ MORE >

In light of the uncertainty surrounding the Coronavirus and the wide spread precautions being taken across the state, Lauderdale County Schools is planning for the possibility of an extended school closure beyond Spring Break. At the moment, state officials are not recommending the closure of schools in communities without clinically confirmed cases of the virus. ... READ MORE >

Staff, Families, and Lauderdale County Community Members, We want to thank you all for your patience and concern during the rapidly evolving situation with Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). As we continue to monitor the regional impact of this pandemic, schools will be following and adhering to guidelines communicated by state and federal authorities. In preparing... READ MORE >

Project AWARE students and staff will be promoting a KINDness campaign, during the week of March 9-13, in all Lauderdale County Schools. AWARE students will be promoting KINDness in a variety of different ways at each grade level. HHS, HJH, RHS, and RMS students will be participating in a KINDness challenge throughout the week which will highlight several... READ MORE >

HTL Advantage hosted the inaugural Pathways2Possibilites: P2P West Tennessee 2020 Career Expo. About 3,500 8th graders attended from public and private schools representing the following West Tennessee counties: Haywood, Tipton, Lauderdale, Crockett, Dyer, Fayette, Gibson, Hardeman, Lake, Madison and Obion. P2P is a unique, hands-on, interactive, career exploration... READ MORE >

The purpose of this announcement is to help inform all stakeholders in Lauderdale County about current knowledge and guidance around the role of the school in responding to the novel (new) coronavirus (2019-nCoV) outbreak. Although the Center for Disease Control (CDC) says the current risk to the general public in the United States is relatively low, the CDC is... READ MORE >

Lauderdale County Schools' 5th Annual Lace Up for Literacy is just around the corner. Please support this important effort by registering now. All of the information you need for the race scheduled on April 4, 2020, can be found at the links below. http://www.lced.net/o/lauderdaleschools/browse/106813Register Online for Lace Up For Literacy 5k and 1 Mile Fun... READ MORE >

Each year, teachers in Lauderdale County nominate and vote for the teacher of the year in their respective school building. Teachers who are selected by their peers have the opportunity to apply for the TN Teacher of the Year program. The TN Teacher of the Year program recognizes and honors outstanding teachers in Tennessee who care about children, devote their... READ MORE >

Lauderdale County Board of Education members met on February 21-22, 2020 at UTM-Ripley Center for an annual retreat. On Friday evening, board members along with Superintendent Shawn Kimble and Asst. Superintendent Sherrie Sweat reviewed board self-evaluation data facilitated by Harriet Dawson, educational consultant. Results from seven categories: board meetings,... READ MORE >

Seniors from Halls HS and Ripley HS signed Career-Technical Education (CTE) Letters of Intent to attend TCAT-Ripley in front of family, school administrators, and current TCAT students. TCAT-Ripley hosted the National CTE Letter of Intent Signing Day on February 20, 2020. The national signing day is designed to honor students entering an occupational field,... READ MORE >

The Alzheimer’s Association Tennessee Chapter hosted The Alzheimer’s Association Day on the Hill at the Tennessee State Capitol. More than 80 Alzheimer advocates, including local Halls Elementary School 6th grader Landon McBroom, met with Tennessee lawmakers during the event. Landon met with State Representative Chris Hurt and State Senator Ed Jackson to talk... READ MORE >

THANK YOU LAUDERDALE COUNTY SCHOOL COUNSELORS!Lauderdale County Schools would like to thank all counselors for the work they do for children each and everyday. Our school district is blessed to have some of the hardest working and best counselors in the state. Please make sure to let your counselors know just how much you appreciate them.National School... READ MORE >

January 27-31, 2020 is School Board Appreciation Week in Tennessee. This week helps build awareness and understanding of the vital functions our locally elected boards of education play in our community. Lauderdale County is joining public school districts from across the state to celebrate School Board Appreciation Week and honor local board members for their... READ MORE >

Students in Mrs. Teresa Moore’s Dual Credit Pre-Calculus Class recently took the state's dual credit challenge exam. All seventeen students who tested passed their challenge exam! The exam is a comprehensive assessment that tests students’ knowledge of higher level advanced algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Students who pass the exam earn 3 hours of college math... READ MORE >

Lauderdale County Schools received the Chancellor’s Award for Excellence in Philanthropy during the Fall 2019 Honors Program at TCAT-Ripley on December 17, 2019. Dr. Kim McCormick, Vice Chancellor of External Affairs for the Tennessee Board of Regents, outlined the work between the two institutions before presenting the award to Shawn Kimble, Superintendent of... READ MORE >

After making national headlines recently for poor treatment at an area restaurant, students in Mrs. Tracie Taylor's Halls Junior/Senior High class were treated to a celebration luncheon at Olympic Steakhouse in Ripley. Members of the community were present to show appreciation to the class for being model students. Local leaders spent time with students and even... READ MORE >

New English Language Arts Curriculum Fosters Excitement about Reading and Writing for Students and Teachers AlikeRIPLEY, TN — This week, the Knowledge Matters Campaign visited Lauderdale County as part of a national tour that highlights schools and districts across the country using high-quality instructional materials to enhance student engagement and... READ MORE >

Lauderdale AWARE hosted its biannual Culture and Compassion Retreat on September 20-22 at Lakeshore Camp in Eva, TN. Students from both Ripley and Halls discussed how to overcome prejudice, stereotypes, bias, discrimination, and negative labels through showing compassion, vulnerability, and establishing genuine relationships. Lauderdale County students described... READ MORE >

Halls High School Seniors are going “20 for 20!” This morning the HHS class of 2020 was joined by community members and staff to kickoff the “20 for 20” challenge for the senior class. All seniors will be taking the ACT on October 1st and are challenging each of themselves to raise their individual ACT score by one point which would make the class average on the... READ MORE >

In July of this year, Governor Bill Lee made grant funds available to school districts in Tennessee for the purpose of expanding access to School Resource Officers (SRO). Lauderdale County Schools was awarded this grant and has expanded the SRO program in the county by adding two new officers. This expansion now gives each regular school in the county access to a... READ MORE >

Lauderdale County Schools showed notable improvement in overall student performance in 2019 and has been recognized for a higher accountability classification by the state. The Tennessee Department of Education’s recent release of school district accountability results noted that Lauderdale County Schools moved to the higher status of “Achieving”. School districts... READ MORE >

Announcement: In response to the search for an escaped inmate from West TN Penitentiary, Lauderdale County Schools will be taking extra precautions to insure the safety of staff and students. We ask that you assist the schools by limiting student checkouts and unnecessary visits to campus. As usual, School Resource Officers will be present and alert at their... READ MORE >

Box Tops has a new way of collecting Box Tops. You may have noticed a new design on your more recent purchases. Read about the newest way to collect Box Tops so you can help HES meet the new goal for 2020! READ MORE >

As the school year has come to a close and Summer is underway, it is beginning to sink in just how much hard work goes into preparing each class for graduation. Faculty and staff work extremely hard from Kindergarten through graduation to prepare students for what awaits them.Did you know?Over $7,000,000 in scholarships were offered to local graduates of the Class... READ MORE >

At last month's teacher/staff recognition program, several district employees were honored for their service to Lauderdale County Schools. We thank our retirees for their contributions and wish them great things in the future! Again, thank you! READ MORE >

The Lauderdale County School Board approved tenure for ten teachers at the June 2 board meeting. Reaching this professional milestone and pictured with school board members and Superintendent Shawn Kimble are: Antinea Cherry, Ripley Elementary School; Mellissa Frank, Ripley Primary School; Megan Davis, Ripley Primary School; Sarah Aitken, Ripley Primary School;... READ MORE >

Mrs. Amy Morgan has been selected to serve as the new principal of Halls High School. Mrs. Morgan has been an educator in the public school system for the past 28 years. Most recently, she has served as Assistant Principal at Dyersburg Primary School over the last 8 years. Among her many roles as a school administrator, she was the chairperson of her school's... READ MORE >

May 6-10, 2019, is recognized as teacher/staff appreciation week across our nation. Please join us next week by showing your appreciation for our teachers and staff members. Their positive efforts have a lasting effect on our schools, students, and communities. Thank you teachers and staff!!! READ MORE >

Dear Parent/Guardian, As another school year is coming to a close, our schools asking for your attention and help with a very serious and expanding issue. In recent weeks, there has been an increase in cyberbullying, harassment, and intimidation among students, through the use of social media. This negative, and in some cases illegal, behavior is extremely... READ MORE >

Craig Fitzhugh, Chairman and CEO of the Bank of Ripley, addressed Lauderdale County Schools’ Superintendent Study Council, school principals, and district administrators on Thursday, April 18. A long-time advocate of public education during his political career, Mr. Fitzhugh stressed the importance of literacy, especially early literacy in the lives of children... READ MORE >

There was a great turnout Saturday morning for Lauderdale County Schools' 4thAnnual Lace Up for Literacy 5K and 1mile Fun Run. The weather was perfect for the event! Ripley High School was filled with community literacy supporters of all ages. The Easter Bunny made an appearance, was available for pictures, and even cheered on the racers. There was something for... READ MORE >

Lauderdale County Schools' 4th Annual Lace Up for Literacy 5K and 1 mile Fun Run will be held this Saturday April 6th with a new venue and new race route. The event will be held at Ripley High School with the 5K planned to kick off at 9am following the presenting of the Colors by RHS JROTC and the singing of the National Anthem by RES student Julia... READ MORE >

State Senator Ed Jackson and State Representative Chris Hurt joined local elected officials, TCAT-Ripley and Lauderdale County Schools staffs, and Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) Executive Director Mike Krause for the presentation of a $75,000 check from THEC under its Supporting Postsecondary Attainment in Rural Counties (SPARC) initiative. The funds... READ MORE >

The Lauderdale County School System is proud of its students and how hard they work each day. As a school district, we recognize that there are a great deal of students who excel in the classroom and are talented in a variety of academic subjects. We also have many students who are talented in a variety of non-academic activities and programs. Research shows that... READ MORE >

During cold/flu season, it is extremely important to encourage healthy habits to help in reducing the spread of germs. Please assist in the efforts to limit illness by talking with your child about the following strategies to avoid germs: Hand washing is the #1 way to prevent the spread of germs at home and at school.Cover mouth and nose when sneezing or... READ MORE >

Lauderdale County Schools receives the Read to Be Ready Summer Reading Grant in Each of the First Four Years of the Initiative NASHVILLE—Education Commissioner Candice McQueen announced today the 218 public school recipients of the 2019 Read to be Ready Summer Grants, which will provide a total of $8,900,000 in funding for tuition-free, month-long... READ MORE >

tnAchieves, the partnering organization to Governor Haslam's TN Promise in 83 counties, is seeking volunteers to serve as mentors for the Class of 2019. TN Promise affords every high school senior in the state the opportunity to attend a local community or technical college tuition free with mentor support. More than 64,000 students applied this year, making it the... READ MORE >

Austin Onek from News Channel 3 stopped by HES to teach the fifth-graders about the solar system and meteorology. READ MORE >

National Celebration Spotlights Individuals Committed to Public EducationThe week of November 12th is recognized as 2018 National American Education Week. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate public education and honor individuals who are making a difference in ensuring that every child receives a quality education. This year, the theme is “Great Public... READ MORE >

Project AWARE students from Lauderdale County Schools have been invited to the International Bullying Prevention Association’s national conference in San Diego. The focus of this year’s conference will include the importance of adult-youth partnerships with different student led sessions offered throughout the conference. Student led sessions are a highlight of... READ MORE >

Members of the Lauderdale County School Board were recognized at the October 2018 school board meeting as a TN School Board of Distinction. Delta District Director, Marty Burlison, presented Chairman Harkness with the plaque which identifies Lauderdale County's school board as a board of distinction through 2020. TSBA's Board of Distinction program recognizes... READ MORE >

Over the last few years, Lauderdale County Schools has worked to increase opportunities for Early PostsSecondary Opportunities (EPSOs) for its high school students. EPSOs include a course and/or exam that give students a chance to obtain postsecondary credit while still in high school. Our county also offers several programs of study at each high school that ends... READ MORE >

Halls High Move2AWAREness (M2A), a student council that aims to end bullying and mental health stigma in their school and community, organized a fundraiser for Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network (TSPN). TSPN is a nonprofit organization that provides resources and training in suicide prevention to schools and communities across the state. On September 12, 2018... READ MORE >

WOW!!!! Halls Elementary School ranked 6th from the top compared to other schools in the mid-south with our $5,387.12 donation! We have a kind and generous community that helped us raise money for Lebonheur Children's Hospital. Thank you to everyone that participated in our school events, and THANK YOU "GO JIM GO!!!!" READ MORE >

During August and September, Halls Elementary School raised $5,387.12 while students and staff members participated in fun and exciting ways. Teachers wore jeans on Monday for a $3.00 donation each week. Students enjoyed icecream on Friday for $1.00 donation and dressed out-of-dress code for $2.00. Teachers purchased hamburgers, pizza, and chicken during... READ MORE >

October Lunch Menu READ MORE >

Lauderdale County Health Department and Lauderdale County Schools have partnered to provide seasonal flu vaccinations at your child’s school. If your child is uninsured, there is no cost to you for the vaccine. If your child is covered by TennCare or private insurance, the local TN Health Department will file a claim with your insurer and receive reimbursement... READ MORE >

The Annual HES Tiger Tailgate will be this Friday!!! September 28th at 5:30 in the front HES parking lot! READ MORE >

Ms. Shawna’s kindergarten students did a wonderful job of working with partners to order numbers and create matching towers for each number. READ MORE >

Mrs. Eleanor Nunn, of Halls, recently donated $10,000 to the library at Halls Elementary School. The donation honors Mr. Pat Carmack, long-time principal of the school, who retired seven years ago. It also honors the memory of Mrs. Mary Kathryn Troiano, who taught many years at schools in Lauderdale County, including Halls Elementary School, Gates School, and... READ MORE >

On Tuesday, September 4th, students and faculty were allowed to toss over 1,000 water balloons at Mr. Campbell for a $1.00 donation to the school's fundraiser, GO JIM GO!!!!!! Halls Elementary is a proud supporter of Go Jim Go and LeBonheur Children's Hospital, raising this year's goal to $6,000.00! Mr. Campbell was such a good sport! READ MORE >

Students at Halls Elementary School participated in programs that taught about respect, diversity, kindness, friendship, conflict and bullying. Teasing and Name-Calling: Kindergarten This presentation promoted caring and respect by showing that words can really hurt despite what children may have heard in the saying, “Sticks and stones …” It... READ MORE >

It’s Book Fair time in the library!Dates: Sept. 6-13, 2018Your child’s class will shop on their regular library day (Notes will go home on August 30 showing your child’s shopping day). Sept. 6 and Sept. 11—Parent Teacher Conferences—We are open from 4:00-6:00 both nights! Come and shop after you see your child’s teacher. **We close at 6:00; we are not... READ MORE >

Buster the Bus is making his rounds to visit students at Halls Elementary and Ripley Primary this week. Buster teaches students about the importance of following safety rules and how to behave before and after boarding the bus. Students were reminded to only approach the bus after it makes a complete stop and its red lights are flashing. Students are also advised... READ MORE >

September Lunch Menu READ MORE >

Lauderdale County Schools is pleased to announce that Halls Elementary has been identified as a Level 5 value-added school for academic progress in 2017-2018. This is the highest value-added ranking that a school can receive for student progress. Schools in Tennessee receive a 1-5 score designation for overall value-added growth with 5 being the highest score. ... READ MORE >

In November 2002, Tennesseans voted to create a state lottery. The General Assembly established that profits from the lottery go toward specific educational programs: college scholarships, early childhood programs, and before/after school programs. These funds are put into a state account that is determined by competitive grants for eligible organizations within... READ MORE >

NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today announced a multi-phase plan, highlighted by a statewide listening tour, to improve delivery of the state’s elementary and secondary assessments known as TNReady. The goals of the engagement plan and tour are to: Engage in an open conversation about assessment and ways to improve administration;Gather feedback that can... READ MORE >

H.E.S. staff is looking forward to a wonderful 2018 - 2019 school year. If you would like to look at the behavior expectations for all students, a H.E.S. Behavior Expectations document has been uploaded in the document link. READ MORE >

See ABC 24's Local Cool School Highlight of Lauderdale County and "Professional Development"... we are so proud of our students and teachers!https://www.localmemphis.com/v... READ MORE >

The new Leadership Team is "roaring" with excitement about the upcoming school year. The team missed a few members, but they enjoyed a cookout at Mrs. Brenda's house while they discussed a plan for the new school year. READ MORE >

Why Read 20 Minutes a Day? Let’s face it…parents (and kids) are busy! It is difficult to “fit in” all that needs to be done in a day. We are often faced with having to make choices about what stays and what goes in our schedules. So, why is it so critical to include 20 minutes of reading in your child’s daily schedule? There is a wealth of research... READ MORE >

Tuesday, May 22, 2018 | 11:46am NASHVILLE- Tennessee is the top state to close the “honesty gap” while simultaneously raising expectations and improving student performance, according to a new study released today (here) by Education Next. Education Commissioner Candice McQueen joined the authors and other education leaders in Washington, D.C. today to highlight... READ MORE >

For the first time, department eliminates two TNReady exams NASHVILLE — Education Commissioner Candice McQueen announced today the approval of recommendations that will reduce student testing in 2018-19. The recommendations are the first to be released by the state’s third Task Force on Student Testing and Assessment – which includes educators, parents, and... READ MORE >