Thanks to all of our wonderful LCS employees. Although the school year was cut a little short, thanks for all of your hard work and dedication. A link to your recognition presentation can be found below. Have a great summer!!!
https://youtu.be/AD8EfXUD0t0
Follow the links below for information on changes to the student meal program and transition to the summer feeding program. Meals are still available for pick up at the RPS, RHS, and HHS.
https://www.lced.net/article/251414?org=lauderdaleschools
https://5il.co/ge8g
The Halls High 2020 Baccalaureate Program has been published to the district's YouTube channel for viewing. Follow the link below to see the Class of 2020's program.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39KwqHvRznM
Ripley Middle School has released their Class of 2024 8th Grade Promotion Presentation. Find the link to the YouTube video below.
https://youtu.be/qoU4x1Y4yuw
The Ripley High Class of 2020's Baccalaureate Program has been published for viewing. Follow the link below to see the Class of 2020's program.
https://youtu.be/QAu6p_L3MA8
Follow the link below for information regarding live, online streaming for the upcoming graduation ceremonies for the Class of 2020.
https://www.lced.net/article/247473?org=lauderdaleschools
Procedures for picking up report cards have changed. Report cards will be available for pick up at your child's school on the following dates and times.
-Ripley Schools - May 19 from 9am-12pm and May 20 from 9am-12pm & 4-6pm.
-Halls Schools - May 20 from 9am-12pm & 4-6pm
Halls High School has released the 2020 Winter & Spring Sports Recognition Presentation recognizing boys & girls basketball players, cheerleaders, band, softball, baseball, & tennis. Find it on the district's YouTube channel at the link below.
https://youtu.be/1PtNam9FD-U
Halls High School's 2020 Academic Awards & Scholarship Presentation has been posted. Follow the link below to the district's YouTube channel to see the presentation
https://youtu.be/JM_pgaV7eHo
Ripley High School's 2020 Academic Awards Presentation has been posted. Follow the link below to the district's YouTube channel to see the presentation.
https://youtu.be/CCG63-9qeCI
Ripley High School's 2020 Scholarship Recognition Presentation has been posted. Follow the link below to the district's YouTube channel to watch the presentation.
https://youtu.be/-_1GQ2D3OxY
Halls High School's 2020 Club Recognition Video has been released. Follow the link below to watch on YouTube:
https://youtu.be/1vSZzkfBEZg
REPORT CARDS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON MAY 22 AS ORIGINALLY SCHEDULED. FOR MOST STUDENTS, GRADES ARE FINAL AS OF MARCH 20 IN ACCORDANCE WITH GUIDANCE FROM THE TENNESSEE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION. MORE DETAILS WILL COME LATER FOR DELIVERY OR PICK UP OF REPORT CARDS.
NEW INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP ON TUESDAY, MAY 12, FROM 9:00-11:00AM. THIS WILL BE THE LAST DATE FOR PICK UP OF MATERIALS FOR THIS SCHOOL YEAR. THE SAME MATERIALS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR DOWNLOAD AT:
https://www.lced.net/covid-19-information--72
Follow the link below for information on upcoming events for our high schools.
https://www.lced.net/article/241901?org=lauderdaleschools
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. Take the time to tell your principal THANK YOU today!
GRADUATION PLANS ANNOUNCED FOR THE CLASS OF 2020
https://www.lced.net/article/239309?org=lauderdaleschools
High Schools are working on plans to celebrate their seniors. In the next week, dates will start rolling out for alternate plans on academic awards recognition, banquets, baccalaureates, etc. Graduation plans are still under review, but should be finalized and communicated soon.
Pre-K & Kindergarten registration packets may be picked up at Halls Elementary and Ripley Primary on Tuesday, April 28, from 9-11am. You may deliver the application back to the school on May 12 from 9-11am or you may mail it to the school.
New instructional materials available for pick up at your child's school on April 28 from 9-11am. These items are also posted at: https://www.lced.net/covid-19-information--72 - High School registration packets & senior scholarship applications may be turned in on Tuesday.
With the Governor’s announcement of school closure for the remainder of the school year, all remaining TSSAA events for 2019-20 have been cancelled.
http://www.lced.net/article/232637?org=lauderdaleschools
Preliminary information on finalizing the 19-20 school year may be found at the following link or by visiting LCED.NET and looking under "News".
http://www.lced.net/article/232226?org=lauderdaleschools
According to Governor Lee, all TN schools will remain closed until next school year. More details to come soon about closing out the school year for teachers, students, and parents. Stay safe!
NEW INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS WILL BE AVAILABLE ON TUESDAY, APRIL 14, FROM 9-11AM - NEXT PICK UP WILL BE ON TUESDAY, APRIL 28. VISIT YOUR CHILD'S SCHOOL TO RECEIVE HARD COPY MATERIALS OR YOU MAY DOWNLOAD THEM ON APRIL 14 BY VISITING https://www.lced.net/covid-19-information--72
Please visit LCED.NET and look for the COVID-19 page to find updates on student meal service, instructional resources, and information on a new instructional partnership for students offered by TN Department of Education & PBS. www.tn.gov/education/pbsteaching
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we distribute instructional materials. The response this morning was AMAZING. Thank you families for making learning a priority. These materials are also online at https://www.lced.net/covid-19-information--72 #LauderdaleLeads
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.
Grade level instructional materials for Math & English/Language Arts may be picked up at your child's school on Tuesday form 9:00-11:00am. These materials are for two weeks of practice. They may also be downloaded at www.LCED.net by following the COVID-19 link.
Please follow this link (https://5il.co/e9eb) for new meal procedures for the week of March 30. Times and locations will remain the same; however, pick up/delivery days are now on Mondays and Thursdays only. Lunch and breakfast for 7 total days will still be distributed.
Student meal pick up is scheduled at RPS, RHS, and HHS today from 10:30am-12:30pm. Meal deliveries by bus begin today for pre-determined locations. Please visit www.LCED.net and look under the news tab for more information on meal delivery locations.
LCS will follow Gov. Lee's new recommendation and schools will remain closed through at least Friday, April 24. Meal pick up and deliveries will continue as planned. (https://5il.co/dvgt). Schools will make instructional resources available early next week. More info. to come.
Please remember meal pick up for students today at RPS, RHS, or HHS. Meals today will include lunch and breakfast for 2 days. The next meal service is scheduled for Wednesday, March 25. Please remember meal service is subject to change based on public safety concerns.
Updates have been made to the LCS food delivery/pick up procedures for student meals. Linked below is an updated flyer.
Flyer: https://5il.co/dvgt
Lauderdale County Schools is set to provide free breakfast and lunch at nearly 15 sites across the county. This is available to all children 18 & under. Click the link below for a flyer with full details.
https://5il.co/dvgt
Visit the LCED.NET News section for answers to some Frequently Asked Questions on COVID-19 school closures.
http://www.lced.net/article/213228?org=lauderdaleschools
Lauderdale County Schools will be closed through at least March 31 due to the risk of exposure to COVID-19. More information on future plans will be given in the coming days. Stay up to date on your LCS mobile app's news section or visit www.Lced.net and click the news tab.
Coronavirus Update - Lauderdale County Schools
http://www.lced.net/article/208401?org=lauderdaleschools
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of March 2, 2020, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
HEALTH & SAFETY UPDATE - LAUDERDALE COUNTY SCHOOLS - 2-26-2020
Follow the link for more information:
http://www.lced.net/article/197088?org=lauderdaleschools
Congratulations to Lauderdale County's Teachers of the Year. See the linked story for more information.
http://www.lced.net/article/196424?org=lauderdaleschools
Our 5th Annual Lace Up for Literacy is just around the corner. All of the information you need for the race scheduled on April 4, 2020, can be found at the following link.
http://www.lced.net/o/lauderdaleschools/browse/106813
#LauderdaleLeads
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of February 24, 2020, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of February 17, 2020, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The 2020-2021 Lauderdale County school calendar has been released. Download your copy from the link below!
https://5il.co/cu0r
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of February 10, 2020, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Another great year in getting Lauderdale Co. students signed up for the FAFSA. Thanks to the many volunteers and school employees who dedicate their time to making this happen... over 90% and counting. #LauderdaleLeads @tnAchieves
Friendly Reminder: Family/Teacher Conference tonight from 4-7pm at all Lauderdale County Schools. If you can't make it this evening, you will have another chance on Tuesday, February 11, from 4-7pm.
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of February 3, 2020, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Check-out what students in the after-school programs at RPS, HES, RMS, and HJH created to honor Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Lauderdale County students benefit every day from the leadership and vision of our school board. Jan. 27-31 is School Board Appreciation Week in Tennessee so take time to thank these dedicated school leaders. #LauderdaleLeads @TSBA_News
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of January 27, 2020, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of January 20, 2020, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Had a great visit this week with TDOE Chief of Whole Child, Katie Houghtlin. Shared the many student supports in place in Lauderdale County and then spent time in a teacher PLC on restorative practices. Of course, the highlight was the time spent with our students. #LauderdaleLeads
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of January 13, 2020, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of December 9, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Due to the failure of a water line and the flooding of Ripley Middle School, there will be no school for students at Ripley Middle School on Friday, December 6, 2019. All other schools are in session and on regular schedule. All faculty and staff will report as usual.
Join us for a ribbon cutting for the grand opening of the Halls Multipurpose Indoor Practice Facility on December 10th at 2:00pm on the campus of Halls High.
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of December 2, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of November 18, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
One of our community partners, Bank of Ripley-Rachael Grear and Ozzie the Owl, visited the LEAPS before school program at RPS today. Ms Grear talked to the students about savings accounts and read a book about banks. The students loved the visit!
RMS after school students created a Thankful Tree out of cut-outs of their own hands. On each hand, they wrote what they are thankful for. What a wonderful way to end a busy Wednesday at school!
Lauderdale Co. Schools will operate on a regular schedule today. Dress warm and stay safe!
Due to the forecasted weather this afternoon after 3 pm, the RPS, RES, RMS, HES, and HJH after school programs have been cancelled. Those students will come home their normal way after the regular school day has ended. Stay warm!
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of November 11, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Lauderdale County Schools being recognized today at the TNPathways Recognition Event. Both Halls High and RipleyHighTN have been certified as Nursing Services Pathways.
#postsecondaryreadiness
Ripley Primary is very proud of the AM LEAPS students who had perfect attendance in the program for the first 9 weeks! Keep up the good work!!
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of November 4, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of October 28, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The latest update for our mobile app has been released to the Apple App Store. This should clear up any issues with the most recent update of iOS 13.
Halls volleyball defines “Tiger Tough”.... so, so proud of our ladies for a wonderful run! GO TIGERS! #TigerTough
Halls' volleyball team defeats Gatlinburg-Pittman 3-1 to advance to the state tournament's final 4 teams in Murfreesboro. #TigerPride #TigerTough
https://tssaasports.com/event/bracket.cfm?id=2019060
Keep up to date on the HHS Volleyball team as they play in the first round of the state tournament beginning at 9:30am today! GO TIGERS!!!
2019 Class A State Girls' Volleyball Tournament https://tssaasports.com/school/?id=196&championshipid=20190601 via @tssaa
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of October 21, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Congratulations to both Halls and Ripley for regional tournament championships in volleyball! Best of luck in your sub-state matchup. GO TIGERS!!!
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of October 14, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of September 30, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of September 23, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
There are many different ways to work on high frequency words! Today, at the before school LEAPS program at Ripley Primary, students wrote their words with glue and glitter. Then they practiced recognizing and saying those particular words.
During 21st CCLC before school at Ripley Elementary, students work on Math with Ms. Perkins in small groups to refine skills happening in their classroom.
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of September 16, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Please don't forget Family/Teacher Conferences at all Lauderdale County Schools this evening from 4-7pm. Conferences will also be held at the same time on Tuesday, September 17. #GoTigers
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of September 9, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of September 2, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of August 26, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Thanks to Mr. Wyde Edwards of SRG Global-Ripley for visiting with RHS seniors and sharing the importance of work ethic. RHS students asked great questions and have committed to the completion of the qualifying criteria of the work ethic certificate. #workethicmatters
Community/School Pep Rally - August 29 @ 6:00pm - Lauderdale County Fairgrounds - Halls
Congratulations to Halls and Ripley on another successful Tiger Bowl. Thanks to all of the coaches, admin, and supporters who had a hand in making the event a huge success. Good luck on the season! #GoTigers #TigerPride
Check out Lauderdale County Schools ROAR Behavior of the Week, Word of the Day and ACT practice problems along with ACT 'Did you know?' tips each week. Visit our ROAR link on the LCS homepage.
Congratulations to all Lauderdale County Schools for a great first day of school! Thanks to faculty and staff for all of the hard work in preparing for a new school year. WELCOME BACK STUDENTS!!! It's going to be a great year! #Hear me ROAR
Please don't forget that student registration is tomorrow for all Lauderdale County schools. Follow the link provided for more information. https://5il.co/8cdz
GO TIGERS!!!
We’re thrilled to announce Lauderdale County
School District’s mobile app! Access sports scores, cafeteria menus, news updates, even emergency notifications.
Download the app on Android: http://bit.ly/2FMzOUv or
iPhone: https://apple.co/2FKRhg6
Follow the link below to the 2019-2020 registration schedule and school calendar for Lauderdale County Schools.
http://www.lced.net/o/lauderdaleschools/browse/26171
Parents: If you have a child going into 7th grade and has not had a TDAP booster or their second varicella shot, they will need these before the 2019-2020 school year starts. You will need to provide proof of their immunizations by bringing a Tennessee immunization form to registration on August 1, 2019, and give to your child’s school nurse. If you have any questions, please call Michelle Brazier, Lauderdale County Coordinated School Health Director, at 731-221-0959.
Children in the Read to Be Ready summer program had a special visit from Halls High Principal Amy Morgan and Buddy this morning. Mrs. Morgan read Carmela Full of Wishes to the children and Buddy!
We're hiring! A job fair for general cleaners and custodians will be held on Saturday, June 22, at Ripley Elementary School from 10am-1:00pm.
All teachers & staff gathered today to close another school year by celebrating many accomplishments. Closing a year with a little singing and dancing seemed appropriate. I am honored to work alongside such wonderful educators. Have a great Summer! --Shawn Kimble, Superintendent
LEAPs programs at Ripley Primary, Ripley Middle, and Halls Elementary visited Discovery Park Saturday and the LEGO exhibit. Students were able to explore, calculate, and see the different things that LEGOs could do.
Lauderdale County Schools 21st CCLC students from Ripley Elementary and Halls Junior High visited Discovery Park on Saturday for their field trip.
WestStar Leadership visited LCS for their annual education day. They seemed impressed with our students and the programs offered in our schools... early literacy, career-technical educ., performing arts, Project AWARE, and positive behavior supports to name a few. @WestStar20
Congratulations to our 2019 Lauderdale County Teachers of the Year. Thank you to Bank of Ripley and members of the Lauderdale County Board of Education for honoring these teachers at last night board meeting.
Please remember that the Lace Up for Literacy 5K is this Saturday at RHS. The race begins at 9:00am. Please come out and join in on the fun. More details about the race, registration, and related events can be found here: http://www.lced.net/article/100645?org=lauderdaleschools
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of April 1, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Lauderdale County 8th grade students will take part in High School Preview Day tomorrow, March 22, 2019.
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of March 18, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
HJH's 21st CCLC before/after school program is using their new activities equipment purchased by Coordinated School Health. Thank you, CSH, and keep moving!!
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of March 11, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
In celebration of Black History Month, students at RES participated in a Black History Human Wax Museum to learn about the great contributions made and important times in our history.
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of March 4, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Congratulations to Kamari E!! She is one of our before/after school program students at Ripley Elementary. She won 1st place in the spelling bee! Awesome job, Kamari!!!!
Halls Elementary Phys. Ed. students were seen here having a great time moving with Go Noodle and then followed it up with a walk/run to keep moving. Students are also setting fitness goals and tracking their own progress as they see improvement in their fitness.
Members of the Lauderdale County Superintendent's Study Council recently spent time in our community marketing our school district's mobile app. Thanks to the council and also to the many members of our community who allowed us to place posters in their buildings. Thank you!
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of February 25, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of February 18, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Congratulations to RHS on an amazing senior play! The performance was great and the student body was so respectful of their peers as they watched the production. RHS has amazing students! #TigerPride
The 2019-2020 Lauderdale County school calendar has been released. Download a copy today! https://5il.co/6iai or find it at www.LCED.net under the main menu.
RPS's afterschool program, LEAPS, worked on a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) activities during their time after school.
AWARE students visited the RPS early morning LEAPS program to talk about bullying and ways to handle the situation.
Ripley High School's Senior Play
Oklahoma
Friday, Feb. 8, 7 pm
Sat, Feb 9, 7 pm
Sun, Feb 10, 3 pm
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of February 11, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
The 4th Annual Lace Up for Literacy 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run is fast approaching! Use the registration form provided to sign up early for the race. We hope you will lace up for literacy on Saturday, April 6, in support of our school district's reading initiatives! #READ20
February 4-8, 2019, is National School Counselor Week. Please take time to thank a school counselor for their contributions to our schools and students. Our counselors go above and beyond and we are thankful for what they mean to our children. Happy School Counselor Week!
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of February 4, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
Congratulations to Ripley Middle School on receiving recognition as a RTI2B Model of Demonstration School. RTI2B is a state initiative that focuses on teaching students appropriate behaviors and also develops positive relationships between students and school staff.
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of January 28, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
5th grade through High School math teachers collaborate on vertical alignment of standards. Learning everyone's part in the big picture is critical for student progress.
Michelle Brazier, Coordinated School Health Director, talked to the LEAPs before school program at RPS this morning about the importance of washing your hands and covering when you sneeze or cough.
The ROAR/FOCUS behavior for the week of January 21, 2019, is found at the link below along with ACT vocabulary words, practice items and helpful tips. http://www.lced.net/roar
January 20-26 is designated in Tennessee as School Board Appreciation Week. Please join Lauderdale County Schools in thanking our local school board for their commitment and dedication to the role they serve. Strong school boards are essential to school success!
The ROAR/FOCUS behaviors for the week of January 14, 2019, can be found at the link below. You will also find ACT vocabulary and other helpful information.
http://www.lced.net/o/lauderdaleschools/page/roar
Thanks so much to the many businesses, organizations, and individuals who so graciously donated dozens and dozens of coats to students at Ripley Primary. The number of generous donors is too long to list. Thanks again for the kindness and generosity!
Halls Elementary’s LEAPS after school students performed a Christmas program for parents and guests.
Ripley Elementary’s after school students made Christmas ornaments on their last day of the program before Winter Break.
Ripley Primary’s before and after school LEAPS students share Christmas songs with parents and families.
Ripley Middle’s Guidance Friendship Club visited the District Office today with songs of Christmas cheer.
Thanks to our local choirs for performing at the open house just prior to the December School Board meeting. 3rd grade student from RES put on a great show. They were followed by our high school choir with students representing both RHS and HHS. What a great event!
Our early morning RPS LEAPS program gives students the opportunity to work in small groups and practice ELA or Math skills taught during the regular school day.
These RMS students represented our schools at The 2018 All Northwest Tennessee Junior Honor Choir under the direction of Ashley Roark.
For Bullying Prevention Week, Halls Junior High and Ripley Middle School wore different colors each day to symbolize their stance against bullying. Students were allowed to wear the following colors: white to symbolize “erasing bullying", black to symbolize “blacking out bullying", neons to represent a "bright future without bullying", blue to symbolize "peace and solidarity", and team colors to represent “teaming up against bullying".
These RHS and HHS students represented our schools at The 2018 All Northwest Tennessee Honor Choir under the direction of Sharon Morris.
Classes will resume as scheduled on Friday, November 16. Have a great day!
As a result of existing road conditions and the potential for additional freezing overnight, there will be no school in Lauderdale County on Thursday, November 15, 2018. Be safe!
Lauderdale County Schools will dismiss today at 1:30pm due to the incoming weather.
The after school programs at RPS, RES, RMS, HES, and HJH (Project LEAD and LEAPS) will not be meeting this afternoon due to the prediction of wintry weather. Parents--Those students will be dismissed from school at normal dismissal time and ride their regular afternoon bus home.
LCS is so thankful for our veterans. We are also very thankful for our students, faculty & staff who took time over the last several days to recognize and remember those who have given so much to protect our freedom! THANK YOU!!!
ROAR FOCUS Behaviors and ACT information have been posted for the week of November 12, 2018. Click the following link for more information. http://www.lced.net/roar
Austin Onek from News Channel 3 stopped by HES to teach our 5th graders about the solar system and meteorology.
Even while waiting to go home, 21st CCLC after school students at HJH are exploring and learning!
The after school programs at RPS, RES, RMS, HES, and HJH (Project LEAD and LEAPS) will not be meeting this afternoon due to the prediction of severe weather. Parents--Those students will be dismissed from school at normal dismissal time and ride their regular afternoon bus home.
Ripley High School's Class of 2019 made a commitment to earn the Work Ethic Certificate. This is recognized by businesses that have partnered with the program as a sign the students have the needed skills to help them be successful throughout their career.
ROAR FOCUS Behaviors and ACT information have been posted for the week of October 29, 2018.
http://www.lced.net/roar
During National Custodian Appreciation Day, the AWARE Council from each high school gifted all LCS custodians with treats and a special message. From all Lauderdale County staff and students... “Thanks for all the 'EXTRA' that you 'DEW' to keep our schools safe and clean.”
LCS - Our students, teachers, and admin. are awesome and are doing great things! Don't forget to regularly check the News and Live Feed sections of our mobile app to learn more!
http://www.lced.net/news?org=lauderdaleschools
http://www.lced.net/o/lauderdaleschools/live_feed
Ripley High School is being recognized by TSSAA for its efforts in promoting ethics and positive sportsmanship...
http://www.lced.net/article/69373?org=lauderdaleschools
Battle of the Coaches will be held at Halls High on Saturday, October 20! Bell time is 6:00pm. See the attached flyer for more information.
Congratulations to the Halls volleyball program. Halls Junior High won the West TN Sectional Tourn. last week and Halls High completed their post-season sweep tonight and will advance to the TN State Tourn. next week in Murfreesboro. GO TIGERS!
The Lauderdale Co. Career/Technical Advisory Council met this morning and talked about the importance of leadership and work ethic skills to the success of our students. Thanks to the council and community for your support of these important programs!
Please remember there will be no school on Friday, October 5, due to a staff professional development day. Also, schools will be closed for Fall break during the week of October 8. Have a safe and happy Fall break!
3rd grade students at RES are doing a chalk talk, which is a silent conversation in response to questions posed about the text they are reading on oceans... “Why do people explore the sea?” After the chalk talk, students do a gallery walk and discuss it with their peers.
The ROAR/FOCUS behaviors for the week of October 15 can be found at the link below. You will also find ACT vocabulary and other helpful information. http://www.lced.net/o/lauderdaleschools/page/roar
ACT, Inc. canceled the October 2nd testing date nationwide. The Senior retake opportunity scheduled for October 2 in Lauderdale Co. has now been rescheduled for Tuesday, October 30.
RES students are providing feedback to peers on their informative paragraphs about their book. Kindergarten is examining art to identify the most important details by creating a tableaux and talking with peers while integrating foundational skills by labeling important details!
The ROAR/FOCUS behaviors for the week of September 24 can be found at the link below. You will also find ACT vocabulary and other helpful information.
-ROAR Behaviors/ACT - http://www.lced.net/o/lauderdaleschools/page/roar - ROAR Homepage
RHS JROTC cadets visited the September school board meeting to share the important skills they have learned from JROTC. They also shared their Junior Cadet Leadership Camp experiences from earlier this Summer. Cadets are pictured with one of the JROTC instructors, Sgt. Turner.
Congratulations to our newly re-elected school board members who were recently sworn in for another four year term by Maurice Gaines, County Mayor.
The ROAR FOCUS behaviors for the week of September 10 can be found at the link below. You will also find ACT vocabulary and other helpful information.
- http://5il.co/4r8l - ROAR Behaviors/ACT
- http://www.lced.net/o/lauderdaleschools/page/roar - ROAR Homepage
The after school program, LEAPS, is working on learning to code this week with Dr. Jenny Brandon.
District Notification: Family/Teacher Conferences will be held Thursday, September 6, and Tuesday, September 11, from 4-7 p.m. at each school. Progress Reports will be available at this time. We look forward to seeing you!
The weekly ROAR/ACT information can be found at the following address: http://www.lced.net/roar
You will find the ROAR Behavior of the Week, FOCUS ACT Words of the Day, ACT Practice Problems, and an ACT 'Did You Know?’ Fact available for download.
Thank you to our community for the support at last night's pep rally at the Lauderdale County Fair! So many administrators, coaches, sponsors, student athletes, volunteers, and parents have worked extremely hard to prepare for our Fall season. #GoTigers
Show your support for both Ripley and Halls at our Community Pep Rally scheduled for 6:30pm tonight at the fairgrounds. The pep rally will kick off the 2018 Lauderdale County Fair! Parking and gate admission to the Fair is FREE! #GoTigers
Here is this week's ROAR FOCUS behavior of the week. You will also find ACT vocabulary and other relative information attached.
RMS 7th Gr. ELA teachers observe Wit and Wisdom curriculum in RPS classrooms as they begin to implement this year with their own students.
LEAPS before/after school programs started this week at Ripley Primary, Ripley Middle, and Halls Elementary. It has been a great week of fun and learning!
Lauderdale County Instructional Coaches participating in 3 days of literacy coaching professional development at the Read To Be Ready Coaching Convening.
The Lauderdale County Community Pep Rally for Fall sports will be held on Thursday, August 30, from 6:30-7:30pm after the opening ceremony of the Lauderdale County Fair. Entrance to the Fair is free so come out and support your Halls and Ripley Tigers!
LCS has implemented a positive behavior support program known as ROAR. This initiative promotes Responsibility, Optimism, Accountability and Respect. More information is attached on ROAR including a weekly update sent to all schools. Check back each week for more info.
As a reminder, our mobile app and website has lots of information for you. You will find dining, athletics, events, news, live feed, and much more. Turn on notifications in your app's settings to get important messages from the district and schools of your choice.
A community pep rally will be held on the court square in support of the Ripley Tigers on Thursday, August 16, at 6:00pm. Please come out and support your Tigers as they prepare for their road game at Jackson Southside on August 17 at 7:00pm. #TigerPride
A big thank you to all students, parents, employees, and community members who made the 8th annual Tiger Bowl a success. It was a great night for LCS and the county! Way to go Tigers... so proud of you!!! #TigerPride
Come out tonight to support your favorite Tigers in the Lauderdale County Tiger Bowl at Halls High School! Our cheerleaders, bands, and football players will all be performing. The National Anthem begins at 6:55pm. The full schedule is attached on our live feed.
National Night Out/Back to School Fest -- 6:00-8:30pm on Tuesday, August 7, at Ripley City Park. Free school supplies and food available. This event is sponsored by Ripley Police Department and the Lauderdale County Advisory Board.
The HHS Class of 2019 welcomed HES staff & students back to school today! Thanks Class of 2019 for your kindness and leadership! #HallsPride
On Aug. 6, at 3:00pm, the Lauderdale Co. Ministerial Alliance will conduct the 4th Annual Prayer Over Schools simultaneously at RES & HES.
Today is registration day in Lauderdale County. Freshman orientation is from 8:00am-12:00pm at both high schools. K-8 registration is from 8:00-10:00am or 4:00-6:00pm. Come out and see your teachers and friends as we kick off another school year!
Visit the back to school bash at Mid-South Convenient Care on August 4th!
New Teachers - We can't wait to meet you Wednesday morning at Ripley Middle. We will have a light breakfast, snacks, lunch on site, lots of great information, and tons of door prizes! See you soon!
Please find the 2018-2019 school registration schedule at the following address: http://5il.co/3saa
Thanks to Tony Delk, former Univ. of Kentucky and NBA star, for spending time with our students talking about hard work, determination, and perseverance... themes shared in his new book, "Sh00ter".
Looking for employment opportunities? You can find current and future job postings at: https://lced.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Coming soon... Lauderdale County Schools' new website and mobile app platform goes live in June!
