Lauderdale County Schools will observe Fall Break next week, October 9-13, 2023. Students and employees will return to campuses on Monday, October 16. We hope all of our Tigers have a safe and enjoyable Fall Break!
Anna. D, Katie K., Lillie S. from Coach King’s Teaching as a profession classes attended University of Memphis “Be a Tiger, Be a Teacher day.”
LCS families - do you need support with Rooms, our new family-school communication platform? Join us for Rooms Family Night on Oct. 23rd or Oct. 24th from 5:30-6:30PM. Scan the QR code to RSVP!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Elizabeth Buffaloe Eskridge!
Elizabeth Eskridge graduated from Halls High School in 2002. She continued her education at the Tennessee Technology Center - Ripley where she earned her Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) credentials.
After a decade of working as an internal medicine and pediatric nurse, Elizabeth transitioned into entrepreneurship by opening The Sandbar & Honeyhole Co., a local tanning salon and gift shop. When asked about her favorite part of her career, Elizabeth said:
“Owning and operating a spray tanning business is just pure fun! There’s nothing more rewarding than seeing the astonished face of someone I’ve spray tanned for the first time. I love making women and men feel better about themselves. It’s a very rewarding feeling.”
We are #LauderdaleProud of you, Elizabeth!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Jasmine Dowell!
Jasmine Dowell graduated from Ripley High School in 2011. She continued her education at the University of Tennessee at Martin, where she earned her bachelor’s degree. She is currently pursuing her Master of Education degree at Union University.
Jasmine is currently a 7th Grade ELA Teacher at Jackson Career and Technology (JCT) Middle School in Jackson, Tennessee. Her favorite part of her career is connecting with students and watching them achieve academically. Jasmine has previously served the Lauderdale County community as an Early Childhood Coordinator for Save The Children and the Brownsville/Haywood County community as the Director of the 1 Safe Place family justice center.
We are #LauderdaleProud of you, Jasmine!
National Principals Month is a tribute to the pivotal role principals play in leading our schools and shaping the future of our nation’s students. Join us this October as we #ThankAPrincipal and extend our gratitude to these transformative leaders in Lauderdale County!
Attorney Matt Moore with 26th Judicial District Public Defender’s Office spoke with a Criminal Justice class who has been learning about the inner workings of Criminal Justice Court Systems.
Passionate about helping adults achieve their educational dreams? Become a Reconnect Navigator!
Navigate Reconnect is hiring a full-time Reconnect Navigator to serve Shelby, Lauderdale, Tipton, Haywood Counties. This position is a hybrid remote work-from-home position that will also have in-person office hours in Haywood, Tipton, and Lauderdale Counties. The Reconnect Navigator will be provided a laptop and cell phone for professional use, but the Navigator must work in a physical location in their assigned service area where internet and 4G service is accessible.
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BUS UPDATE - SEPTEMBER 27: Bus 32 in Halls will not run its afternoon route or tutoring route today. Families, please make alternative arrangements for student pick up.
Congratulations to the Halls High seniors for 100% completion of the Tennessee Promise scholarship application. We can’t wait to see what your future holds!
Thanks to UT Martin’s, Chancellor Freeman, for stopping by Halls High School this morning to speak with interested seniors.
BUS UPDATE - SEPTEMBER 25: Bus 38 will not run its afternoon route or tutoring route today (9/25). Families, please make alternative arrangements for student pick up.
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Kirsten Solomon!
Kirsten Solomon is a 2016 graduate of Halls High School. She has earned degrees from Dyersburg State Community College and the University of Tennessee at Martin.
Kirsten currently works as a physical therapy technician and pool coordinator for LIFT Therapy in Jackson. When asked about her favorite part of her career, she enjoys supporting pool operations so that guests can safely swim and ensuring that the pool meets state compliance expectations. She also enjoys working with patients as well as gaining experience in the physical therapy field before enrolling in PT school in the future.
Kirsten is another reason we are #LauderdaleProud!
Staff Sgt. Chad Hornsby is the United States Army Recruiter for Halls High School. He is here to provide students with the most up-to-date Army Programs to assist each of them in achieving their highest goals (College, Trade School, and Service to Country).
"I understand the military is not for every student. During my time as the Army Recruiter for this school, you can expect that I will present myself with professionalism, leadership, discipline, knowledge, and, most of all, respectfulness." -Staff Sgt. Chad Hornsby
Coach MacArthur's Chemistry classes conducted flame test labs to look at evidence of the Bohr Model.
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is James Latham!
James Latham is a 2011 graduate of Ripley High School. He continued his education at Drive Train’s professional trucking program and earned his Commercial Driver License (CDL).
For the past nine years, James has worked as a truck driver. When asked about his favorite part of his career, he said that he enjoys playing a part in getting products delivered to the hands of the people who need them.
James is another reason we are #LauderdaleProud!
Getting ready for a home game is a joint effort! Mrs. Edwards and her art students assist with get the Power H ready for the home games. We are thankful for her assistance and guidance with our students.
Superintendent Shawn Kimble was recently recognized for 10 years of service as LCS’ Chief Executive Officer during the TOSS Superintendent’s Study Council Conference. We are appreciative of Mr. Kimble’s leadership and dedication to the staff and students of our county!
Superintendent Shawn Kimble was recently recognized for 10 years of service as LCS’ Chief Executive Officer during the TOSS Superintendent’s Study Council Conference. We are appreciative of Mr. Kimble’s leadership and dedication to the staff and students of our county!
Join us for "Meet the Tigers" tonight at the Lauderdale County Fair to celebrate our Fall athletes and band members!
