STEM students had their last LEGO build day of the year. Students made bridges, houses, towers and aircraft and some built kits. Good building by all!
STEM students learned about airports and airport security this week. Yesterday they began to build Table Top Airports. We can’t wait to see how they turn out!
Marching Band Booster Meeting
Community Book Give-Away!
Gerbil Olympics!
RMS students had a great time playing games and hanging out at the Ripley Park today!
Families of rising 1st-3rd graders: Books are coming to your mailbox this summer! Our district is participating in @GovLiteracyTN's K-3 Home Library program. Get ready for a reading adventure! #StoptheSlideTN #BookersBookClubTN https://youtu.be/I2CzNqIa0_g
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Katrina Burns Korszoloski!
Katrina Korszoloski graduated from Halls High School in 1997. She has earned two bachelor’s degrees from the University of Memphis (Biology) and the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (Cytotechnology). She has also earned her Associate of Applied Science in Nursing from Dyersburg State Community College and a Master of Science in Nursing (Family Nurse Practitioner) from East Tennessee State University.
Katrina is currently a Family Nurse Practitioner. When asked what her favorite part of her career is, Katrina said that she enjoys caring for those in need, improving quality of health through the promotion of healthy lifestyles, and building a community support system.
We are #LauderdaleProud of Katrina and her dedication to healthcare!
Rising 6th graders (current 5th graders) - We enjoyed having you during the tour of RMS today. If you are interested in joining the Ripley Middle School band for the 2023-2024 school year, fill out the google form at https://tinyurl.com/rmsband2023.
On Thursday, May 11th, the class of 2027 made a trip to DSCC’s On Track for College event. The program is designed to encourage middle school students to explore careers and higher education. 8th graders attended sessions hosted by DSCC faculty & staff. Sessions focused on various career programs offered, financial aid, and student life.
Congratulations to the 2023-2024 RMS Student Council Members!
This week STEM students learned about the events of September 11, 2001 as part of the architecture unit. They also learned about the Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) and military careers such as IT tech, transportation, health care, culinary arts and construction.
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Lieutenant Colonel Retired Amber Terry Saldana!
A 1994 graduate of Halls High School, Lieutenant Colonel Amber Saldana continued her education at Valdosta State University and the University of Memphis. She earned her master’s degree in Strategic Intelligence and Middle Eastern Studies from American Military University as well as a master’s degree from the Air Force’s Air War College.
While attending the University of Memphis, Lieutenant Colonel Saldana joined the Air Force ROTC program and earned a commission in the USAF as a behavioral scientist. She entered the Air Force as a Second Lieutenant and, after attending intelligence officer training, transitioned her career to Air Force Intelligence Professional. After retiring from USAF in 2022, she is now a full-time flower farmer in Lauderdale County.
Lieutenant Colonel Saldana’s favorite part of her Air Force career was serving her country and making a difference. Now, she loves serving her community by bringing joy through beautiful local flowers.
We are #LauderdaleProud of you, Lieutenant Colonel Saldana! Thank you for your service!
We appreciate you, Nurse Lowe!
LCS releases 2023-2024 Calendar and Registration Schedule
Tiger artists drew bubbles on black construction paper with colored pencils. Only one more art club meeting this year. Hope to see you next year!
Volleyball Upcoming Dates
Boys Basketball Tryouts
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Danielle Gilbert Lynch!
A 2007 graduate of Ripley High School, Danielle Lynch continued her education at Jackson State and Dyersburg State Community Colleges, earning her associates degrees in Applied Science - Radiology and Applied Science - Nursing.
Danielle is currently an Emergency Department Registered Nurse. Her favorite part of her career is helping people of all ages and backgrounds in their time of need. Being in a fast-paced environment and using critical thinking skills allows her to learn something new during every shift. Danielle is humbled to serve as a Registered Nurse.
We are #LauderdaleProud of you, Danielle!
Happy Teacher Appreciation Week!
