The Free Meals for Kids program will occur every Saturday through July 29th with pickup locations available in Halls and Ripley. This weekly program, sponsored by the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, provides 7-day meal bags for breakfast and lunch to anyone with children under the age of 18.
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Michelle Miller Tillman!
Michelle Tillman graduated from Ripley High School in 1989. She continued her education at Lambuth University, earning a Bachelor of Music degree. She later attended Union University and received her Master of Education and Education Specialist degrees.
Michelle has served in public education for 28 years. She began her career as a choral educator and later transitioned in administration, serving as Principal of Haywood Middle School for 5 years. She has recently been named Principal of Haywood High School for the 2023-24 school year. When asked about her favorite part of her career, Michelle said she enjoys helping students grow and develop into productive citizens and community members.
Michelle is another reason we are #LauderdaleProud!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Rodney McCurry!
Rodney McCurry graduated from Ripley High School in 2016. He continued his education at Bethel University, earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice.
Rodney is currently a State Trooper with the Tennessee Highway Patrol. He said that protecting and serving the citizens of Tennessee is his favorite part of his career.
Rodney is another reason we are #LauderdaleProud!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Madison Johnson!
Madison Johnson graduated from Halls High School in 2018. She continued her education at Jackson State Community College, earning her Associate of Applied Science in Occupational Therapy Assistant degree.
Madison is currently a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant. When asked about her favorite part of her career, Madison said:
“As a COTA working in my current employment setting, I am able to work with all ages of the lifespan. The goal of occupational therapy is to increase independence in meaningful activities throughout one’s life, whether that is helping babies gain strength to roll, sit, and stand unassisted or help an individual gain hand strength back after an injury. The options are quite endless as occupational therapy practitioners help bring meaning back into one’s life!”
Madison is another reason we are #LauderdaleProud!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is James Scott Nelson!
A 1992 Ripley High School graduate, Scott Nelson continued his education at The University of Memphis’ Herff College of Engineering with a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering. He has also completed his Professional Engineering exam and Water Treatment State License exam.
Scott currently works as the Utility Superintendent for Ripley Gas and Water. When asked what his favorite part of his career is, Scott mentioned that he foremost enjoys working with a great team to solve utility problems to positively benefit the citizens of Ripley.
In addition to his professional life, Scott is also a Christian singer/songwriter with numerous award nominations. To hear Scott’s music and learn more, visit www.jamesscottnelson.com.
We are #LauderdaleProud of you, Scott!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is CaShonna Stenson!
A 2015 Halls High School graduate, CaShonna Stenson continued her education at Middle Tennessee State University and earned her Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance. She has also earned her Master of Business Administration degree with a Finance emphasis. She is currently pursuing her Real Estate license.
CaShonna currently works as a Senior Client Finance Analyst. When asked about her favorite part of her career, she mentioned the growth opportunities that have been afforded to her within the company.
We are #LauderdaleProud of you, CaShonna!
The Free Meals for Kids program, sponsored by the YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South, will begin this Saturday, June 10th. This weekly program provides 7-day meal bags for breakfast and lunch to anyone with children under the age of 18. Families with multiple children are welcome to get a 7-day bag for each child, and the child does not have to be onsite for pickup. Pickup locations will be available in Halls and Ripley.
For more information on the Free Meals for Kids program, visit www.ymcamemphis.org.
Congratulations to these campers! They won some pretty awesome prizes today!
Mrs. Marsha's class enjoyed a popsicle treat during Summer Learning Camp today!
Friday Fun for Ms.Brittany’s Summer Learning Camp class!
5th grade Summer Learning Campers finished the book “Only the Names Remain: The Cherokees and the Trail of Tears.” Today, they worked together to make a teepee.
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Richard Dawson!
Richard Dawson is a 2002 graduate of Halls High School. He is a three time Union University graduate, earning his bachelor’s degree in Education, master’s in Curriculum and Instruction, and his Education Specialist degree in Educational Leadership.
Richard has worked in Lauderdale County Schools for two decades, serving as a teacher, coach, and currently as an Assistant Principal at Halls High School. He most enjoys working with and supporting students and teachers each day.
Richard is another reason we are #LauderdaleProud!
Join the Lauderdale Co. Arts Council at the first Pops on the Square of the summer!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Cynthia Holland-Peete!
Cynthia-Holland Peete is a 1985 graduate of Ripley High School. She received her bachelor’s degree from the University of Tennessee at Martin and her master’s degree in Human Resource Management from Webster University.
Cynthia is currently an Advisor of Child Safeguarding, Protection and Community Engagement for Save the Children. She most enjoys being able to ensure children's safety, enabling permanency for children, and promoting the well-being of children and their families.
Cynthia is another reason we are #LauderdaleProud!
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Kim Shelton!
A 1998 graduate of Ripley High School, Kim Shelton continued her education at Volunteer Beauty Academy. She received her cosmetology license in 1999.
Kim is currently the salon owner and cosmetologist at Southern Roots. When asked what her favorite part of her career is, Kim said that she enjoys being around clients who have become friends and making people feel happy and confident about themselves.
We are #LauderdaleProud of you, Kim!
LCS held the Faculty and Staff Recognition Program today. Congratulations to all of our honorees!
https://youtu.be/2lSAByqvvd8
Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Shaina Matthews Hull!
A 2002 graduate of Halls High School, Shaina Hull continued her education at King University in east TN. She graduated with honors from King, earning her bachelor’s degree in Information Science with a double concentration in Network Management and Cybersecurity.
Shaina is currently an IT Software Development Specialist for Sedgwick Corporate Headquarters in Memphis. When asked what she enjoys most about her career, Shaina said she enjoys the fast-paced work environment and being able to help others.
We are #LauderdaleProud of you, Shaina!
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!
1st grade enjoyed the day celebrating the end of Module 4 in Wit & Wisdom (Cinderella Stories) with a Cinderella Ball themed day. Students dressed up, enjoyed a snack, talked about their favorite version of Cinderella, and much more. See Facebook for more pictures.
