November 6-10, 2023, is National School Psychology Week. Lauderdale County Schools is fortunate to have Ms. Maria Leforgee, Ms. Jenny Gaines, and Ms. Olivia McCorkle serving students throughout our district. In their roles as school psychologists, they work closely with students, educators, and families to support the academic achievement, positive behavior, and mental wellness of all students, especially those who struggle with barriers to learning. We appreciate their dedication and service to the students of our community!
Upcoming Field Day Fundraisers:
November 10: Out of Dress Code Pass for students $1.00
November 17: Ice Cream at Lunch for $1.00 (vanilla cups)
December 4-19 12 days of Christmas (Dress Up days) $5.00 for all 12 days
We've been updated! Be sure to visit the iOS or Google Play store to update the LCS mobile app today!
Teachers from Lauderdale County Schools’ 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) and LEAPS before- and after-school programs attended professional development session on Tuesday, October 31. “What First Year Teachers Need to Know”, facilitated by Mr. Texas Culver of UTM- Ripley’s Education Department, provided opportunities to discuss UTM’s Educator Preparation Program (EPP) design for undergraduate students pursuing careers in the field of education. These experienced teachers were able to share about their first year teaching experiences and provide recommendations for curriculum design that would best support these future educators. Many ideas, thoughts, and perspectives were shared with Mr. Culver for consideration during UTM’s EPP curriculum development process to ensure that first year teachers are successful from their first day of school through their careers.
As a reminder, Lauderdale County Schools will not be in session on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, due to staff Professional Development.
Due to staff Professional Development, Lauderdale County Schools will not be in session on Wednesday, November 1, 2023.
Music stimulates Learning
Research shows that music reduces stress while stimulating happiness, which in turn helps students better concentrate on the task at hand, especially when learning.
With this knowledge, Mr. Tommy Durham, Site Director for the Project LEAD program, invested in electronic keyboards for Ripley Elementary School students. Almost twenty years later, these keyboards are still a favorite among students in the after school program. The program team hopes this new music genre will increase student focus and inspire creativity.
Students can wear non frightening costumes on October 31 for Halloween.
BUS UPDATE - OCTOBER 26
Bus 45 and Bus 20 will not run afternoon routes or tutoring routes TOMORROW (10/26). Families, please make alternative arrangements for student pick up tomorrow afternoon.
Lauderdale County Schools is seeking an energetic, highly-qualified Pre-Kindergarten teacher at Ripley Primary School. To apply or for more information, click on the link below!
https://lced.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1187
Reminder: parents to pick up fund raising merchandise from 1-6 pm today!
Our fundraiser will be here tomorrow, October 24 and you can start picking up merchandise between 1:00 - 6:00 tomorrow. Remember a lot of orders have frozen good so make sure you pick up merchandise tomorrow (October 24).
Reminders:
PTO meeting Monday, Oct 23 at 5:00
Rooms Parent Night at RES Monday, Oct 23 at 5:30
October 23 -27: Red Ribbon Week
Monday - “proud to be drug free” everyone wear red
Reminder:
Most Recognized Programs tomorrow.
Kindergarten 8:30-9:35
1st grade 9:40-10:45
2nd grade 10:50-11:55
And all students may be out of dress code.
Menu for October 23 - 27
Officers from the Lauderdale County Sheriff's Department and Halls Police Department recently met with LCS school and district leaders for the quarterly school safety meeting. This collaboration is part of a continued effort to ensure a consistent vision and purpose for school safety operations and procedures exists among all entities. LCS is appreciative of this continued partnership with all Lauderdale County law enforcement agencies.
Come out to the "Living Healthy in Lauderdale County" Health Fair on Saturday, October 28th at Ripley Elementary School. UT Health Science Center students and faculty will be on site to provide information on diabetes, car seat safety, mental health awareness, and much more. Health care professionals will also offer blood pressure checks, glucose screenings, dental exams, and other assessments.
LCS families - Do you need support with Rooms, our new family-school communication platform? Join us for Rooms Family Night on Oct. 23rd or Oct. 24th from 5:30-6:30PM. Scan the QR code to RSVP!
1st 9 Weeks Most Recognized Program will be Friday, October 20. Letters coming home in backpacks with students who are being recognized on stage today. K 8:30-9:35
1st 9:40-10:45
2nd 10:50-11:55