Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Matthew Charles Cutlip Moore!
Matthew Charles Cutlip Moore (left) is a 2015 graduate of Ripley High School. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from Middle Tennessee State University and his Juris Doctorate from University of Memphis’ Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.
Matthew is an Attorney with Butler Sevier Hensley & Reid, PLLC in Memphis. He also serves as an adjunct professor at Dyersburg State Community College, teaching Introduction to Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Evidence and Ethical Issues in the Law. His favorite part of his career is helping those in need and protecting the rights of his clients.
Matthew is another reason for us to be #LauderdaleProud!
LeBonheur Mobile Unit

Congratulations to Kionna M. and Omariya W. for earning All Conference and All Tournament for Basketball!!! 🏀🐅


Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Krista (Hardy) Pinion!
Krista (Hardy) Pinion (right) is a 2011 graduate of Halls High School. She earned degrees from Jackson State Community College and Union University, including her Master’s of Business Administration.
Krista is currently a nurse at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital and a Crisis Clinician at Pathways Behavioral Health Services. She enjoys being the strength for individuals in disheartening and discouraging situations.
We are #LauderdaleProud of you, Krista!
7th grade students who completed the 2nd nine week’s reading challenge (WWII theme) received a Pizza party reward with a few military themed activities. For the current 9 weeks, students are challenged to read classics for a classic themed party in March.




We are #LauderdaleProud of Mr. Jimmy Meeks for receiving the Rob Catapano Distinguished Service Award from the Tennessee Baseball Coaches Association!
Mr. Meeks is a graduate of Halls High School and currently serves as the Transportation and Safety Supervisor for Lauderdale County Schools.
Mr. Meeks’ service includes:
- 15 years of coaching
- 30 years as TSSAA and college baseball umpire
- 22 years as the assigning officer for the Northwest Tennessee Umpire Association
- 9 years as State Tournament Site Director
- 6 selections as State Tournament umpire

Picture Order Deadline is Feb. 3rd.

Our first #LauderdaleProud feature is Drayton Hawkins Sr.!
Drayton Hawkins is a 1991 graduate of Ripley High School. He earned degrees from Tennessee State University and Trevecca Nazarene University. He is currently pursuing his Doctor of Education at Trevecca.
Drayton is currently the Executive Principal at Oak Ridge High School in East TN. He enjoys being able to impact the lives of young people and to help them achieve more than they expected.
Keeping making Lauderdale Proud, Drayton!
LeBonheur Mobile Unit on campus Jan. 30.

Congratulations to our students of the week!
https://www.lced.net/o/ripleymiddle/page/students-of-the-week
All after school activities are cancelled today.

Parents/Families,
Due to the possibility of inclement weather, all afternoon activities (athletics and AllCorps/LEAPS tutoring) are canceled for today, January 18th, 2023.
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Congratulations to our staff member of the week!
https://www.lced.net/o/ripleymiddle/page/staff-member-spotlight
Congratulations Ms. Estes!

Congratulations on making Honor Band!

LCS ALUMNI - SHOW HOW YOU ARE #LAUDERDALEPROUD!
Lauderdale County Schools has many graduates who have gone to pursue incredible opportunities and careers. LCS wants to highlight your accomplishments and inspire our students to be #LauderdaleProud. If you would like to be featured as a #LauderdaleProud Graduate, please complete the form below.
https://forms.gle/eRQHnWG6jaJv1JXn8
Booster Club meeting

Report Cards went home today!

LCS Releases 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 School Calendars
During the January meeting, the LCS School Board approved the calendars for the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 school years. By approving the next two school calendars, employees and families have more advanced notice on breaks and other important school events. From this point forward, the School Board will approve a calendar each year, but it will be two years in advance.
2023-2024 School Calendar: https://5il.co/1mvl5
2024-2025 School Calendar: https://5il.co/1mvl6
