Ripley High School

RHS Guidance Counselor, Ms. Thomas, was invited to Ripley Elementary School for career week. Mrs Thomas spoke with students about different careers options, her career, and the importance of making good choices in life. Ms. Thomas had the opportunity to speak to three different groups while at RES. Students participated in different activities, and thoroughly enjoyed the activity where they practice “taking their best shot.” Thank you Ms. Thomas for being #AllIn . #LauderdaleLearns #LauderdaleLeads

RHS Guidance Counselor, Mrs. Kelley had a group of students participate in the Thompson Machinery’s TASC Pilot Program in Memphis, TN. This was a one day event for students seeking careers in diesel or heavy equipment repair industry. Students were given a tour of the facility and participated in a skills challenge with the Thompson Machinery Training Department. #LauderdaleLearns #LauderdaleLeads

Jobs for Tennessee (JTG) students were able to practice their interviewing skills as they participated in mock interviews with local Human Resource personnel. A mock interview helps the learner know how to answer difficult questions, develop interview strategies, improve communication skills, and reduce stress before an actual job interview. Thanks to Mike Moore of Pierce Distribution Service, Manika Moore of Komatsu, and David Burnham of Lauderdale County Executive Office for answering the call to conduct the one-on-one interviews for these JTG students. #LauderdaleLearns #LauderdaleLeads

Mrs. Kelley’s Dual Enrollment Nursing students worked on their EKG certification. #LauderdaleLearns

Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is McKenzie Heath Hilliard! McKenzie Hilliard is a 2018 graduate of Ripley High School. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Union University in 2022. McKenzie is currently a Cardiovascular ICU Nurse at LeBonheur Children’s Hospital. Her favorite part of her career is connecting with patients and families and being a support system for them during some of the hardest moments of their lives. She also loves learning about complex heart defects and medications, as well as being challenged in the ICU setting. McKenzie is another reason for us to be #LauderdaleProud!

Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Madison Hutcherson! Madison Hutcherson is a 2015 graduate of Halls High School. She has earned degrees from Dyersburg State Community College and Union University, including her master’s degree in Accounting. Madison has worked with Nucor Corporation since she was 19 years old. She has served as an Internal Audit Analyst and traveled all over the country to ensure financial compliance. Most recently, Madison has been promoted to Credit Supervisor at Nucor Hickman. Her favorite part of her career is working for a company that rewards hard work and talent. She feels confident that her career possibilities are endless as long as she stays focused and ambitious. Madison is another reason for us to be #LauderdaleProud!

Happy National Principals Day Mr. Byrd! Thank you for all you do!

Students in Coach Grapes AP Computer Science class practiced coding their new Finch Robots. #LauderdaleLearns

Mrs. Medders Business Communications class is preparing to earn the Express Employment Professionals Business Office Technology Industry Certification, and her SDC Introduction to Business class will take the challenge exam for college course credit. #LauderdaleLearns

Congratulations to JTG students Macey, Courtney, and Heaven for representing RHS at the 2nd Annual National Career Association (NCA) Conference in Orlando, Florida. NCA is the student organization affiliated with Jobs for TN Graduates (JTG). These students competed with students from other states as a team for "Creative Decision Making." Also, they were able to enjoy educational workshops and Universal Studios. It was a successful trip. #LauderdaleLearns

Students in Mrs. Parmenter’s Chemistry class calculated the masses needed to make various solutions using the Molarity formula. Students used electronic balances to make the solutions and then determined which had the highest concentration. #LauderdaleLearns

JTG students Macey, Courtney, and Heaven are attending the National Career Association Conference in Orlando, FL for competition and educational workshops. We wish them well as they represent Ripley High School and Tennessee.

Ripley High School's JTG students had the privilege of visiting the site of Blue Oval City. The tour guide, Jamie Insogna, was able to give insight of the many different opportunities that are forecoming in Haywood County. Then the group visited American Greetings Corporation in Ripley. A small but striving company that has been in the community for over 50 years. The students are very grateful to be able to visit different companies, their future employers.

Halls Elementary School's Mr. Stevens shared the learning impact that High Quality Instructional Materials (HQIMs) have for student engagement and understanding during the #KnowledgeMatters School Tour. https://knowledgematterscampaign.org/video/educator-lauderdale-county-school-district-ripley-tn-2/?utm_campaign=Social_KnowledgeMatters&utm_content=246074007&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&hss_channel=tw-2767448414

Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Gaston Garrett II! Gaston Garrett II is a 1992 graduate of Ripley High School. He attended the University of Mississippi and the University of Memphis and earned his bachelor’s degree in Communications. Gaston currently works for Rough Country Suspension Systems as a spokesperson, on camera talent, and marketing manager. What he enjoys most about his career is informing people about the innovative products that Rough Country has to offer. Gaston is another example of why we are #LauderdaleProud!

Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Chris Dennis! A 2004 graduate of Halls High School, Chris Dennis has served in the United States Air Force for the last 18 years. He has completed Airman Leadership School, Non Commissioned Officer Academy, Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education course, SERE Combat Survival Training course, SERE Water Survival course, and Basic Combat Convoy Course. Chris has earned his Associate’s Degree in Aircraft Structural Maintenance Technology and is currently completing his bachelor’s degree in Computer Networks and Cybersecurity. His favorite part of his career is mentoring the next generation of young men and women that join the world’s greatest AIRPOWER! We are #LauderdaleProud of you, Chris! Thank you for your service!

JTG students Macey, Courtney, and Heaven are attending the National Career Association Conference in Orlando, FL for competition and educational workshops. We wish them well as they represent Ripley High School and Tennessee.

Ripley Primary and Halls Elementary LEAPs students have been "de-stressing after testing" by creating sidewalk art in their after school programs. Students enjoyed sharing their good luck messages with their peers.

Our next #LauderdaleProud feature is Emilee Lemons Montgomery! A 2004 graduate of Ripley High School, Emilee Montgomery earned both her Bachelor of Science degree in Education and Master of Education degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Memphis. Emilee is currently teaching at Ripley Primary School. Her favorite part of her career is teaching where she grew up and encouraging and mentoring the students who are the future of Lauderdale County. She has formed great relationships with her students during her fourteen year tenure at LCS, which has made her a better teacher and person. We are #LauderdaleProud of you, Emilee!

End of Course Testing starts tomorrow. Students in ELA I and ELA II will test April 18-20, 2023. Parents please remind students to bring charged Chromebooks.