Ripley Elementary School

We are already looking ahead with excitement to the 2026-2027 school year! Planning is underway, and we can't wait to welcome both new and returning students and families. To help...

Lauderdale County Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Brandon Poyner as the new Principal of Ripley High School. In this role, he will work to support student achievem...

Lauderdale County Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Tonia Beard as the new Principal of the Alternative Learning Academy. A Ripley High School graduate and current L...

Lauderdale County Schools is proud to announce the appointment of Kim Marable as the new Director of Elementary and Middle Education. As a proud Halls High School graduate, Marabl...

Briana Patrick-Mann has been selected as Ripley Primary School’s Principal beginning with the 2026–27 school year. Mrs. Patrick-Mann currently serves as Principal of Margaret New...

Lauderdale County Schools is proud to announce the promotion of Kamisha Dixon to the role of Director of Student Success and Community Partnerships. This position is designed to s...

The starting line is here, and we’re ready to run toward an AMAZING year! 🏁 Our teachers, staff, and administrators are geared up, maps in hand, and hearts full of excitement as w...

Superintendent Shawn Kimble has announced his acceptance of a new role with the Ayers Foundation Trust's Scholars Program, where he will assist families in rural counties across T...

Congratulations to Mrs. Leshil Holder and Mr. Eric Haynes for being nominated and awarded 2024 Teacher of the Year. Also congratulations to Mrs. Gena Emerson for being nominated a...

Mr. Chris McCorkle has been appointed as the new Director of Operations for Lauderdale County Schools. Mr. McCorkle currently serves as Assistant Principal and Assistant Athletic...

The Lauderdale County School Board approved tenure for eleven teachers at the June 6th board meeting. Five teachers attended the meeting to be recognized. Reaching this professio...

Lauderdale County's inaugural Middle College cohort received their Associate's Degree in General Studies on Saturday, May 4th. These ten students earned 60 semester hours, allowin...

Lauderdale County Schools will participate in graduation exercises next week, with Ripley High School’s graduation being held on Thursday, May 16th, and Halls High School’s gradua...

Each year during National Nurses Week, the Wednesday is reserved as a day of celebration for school nurses. Lauderdale County Schools is blessed with the best school nurses who pu...

May 6th-10th 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 w...

Between preparing healthy meals for America’s students, adhering to strict nutrition standards, navigating student food allergies, and offering service with a smile, school nutrit...

May 1st is celebrated as National School Principal's Day. We are so thankful for all of our principals and the work they do each day for our students, staff, and community. Laud...

School Bus Driver Appreciation Day is observed annually on the fourth Tuesday in April. These men and women work diligently to get our students to and from school and activities s...

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Certified and Classified Employees of the Year were recognized during the April 4th school board meeting. These individuals were honored for their dedication and devotion to enric...