Dear Parents & Guardians,
LC Schools is excited to welcome everyone back today!
**Please share your students' amazing back-to-school photos with us by adding the hashtag #LCFirstDay26 in your wording!** We can't wait to see all of the smiling faces!

Let's plan to have a fantastic 2026-2027 school year at LC Schools! Let's make sure every day counts! #LCisHome

LC Schools is excited to welcome everyone back on Wednesday, August 12th!!!
**Share your students' amazing back-to-school photos with us in the comment section on the Lawrence County School page! You can also use the hashtag #LCFirstDay26 or do both!**

Our teachers, staff, and administrators throughout the LC County School District are excited to welcome our students and families back for a great 2026-2027 school year! We can't wait for all of the smiling faces, high fives, and hugs!

Let's plan to have a fantastic 2026-2027 school year at LC Schools! Let's make sure every day counts! #LCisHome

It’s Time for Back-to-School in Lawrence County!

Tomorrow, Wednesday, August 12th, marks the BIG day when we warmly welcome our students back to LC Schools! As the new school year begins throughout our district, students, teachers, and families are set to start on a fresh journey filled with new classes and exciting goals for learning and growth together!

Let's make plans to:
- Get a restful night's sleep
- Pack your backpack with essentials like pencils, notebooks, and erasers
- Enjoy a nutritious breakfast to maintain focus
- Prepare to meet new friends and embrace new learning experiences

We are ready to have an amazing school year! Let's make every single day count!
#LCisHome

Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning, welcome home. School begins this Wednesday, August 12 for students in grades K-12. Preschool begins August 26. Please be extra patient during these first days as we get into routine with bus routes and student drop off and pick up. Safety is priority, and things will smooth out quickly as everyone settles in. Staff is here to support. If you have any questions, please contact your child's school. We are happy to help. We can't wait to see everyone beginning Wednesday. #LCisHome Katie Webb LC Superintendent

Power is back on at LC Board Office and Louisa Middle. Phone and internet up, but still random issues due to the earlier outage. Be patient if trying to reach our school offices. If you get a busy signal, please retry later or call our central office at 606-638-9671. Thank you.

LC Schools Middle School Music Education Selected for the Steele-Reese Grant!

The Lawrence County Schools middle school band program is delighted to share that it has been awarded
the Smith-Steele Reese grant, amounting to $48,000. This generous funding will enable the middle school band programs at Blaine, Fallsburg, and Louisa Middle to acquire 18 instruments for each school. The most essential instruments needed include clarinets, flutes, and trumpets.

Our LC Band Instructor, Mr. Scott Smith, shared, “I am so pleased that the foundation chose to honor our request. This award provides more equitable accessibility for our students to participate in instrumental music. Instrumental music is a strong part of a school culture, provides opportunities to excel academically, and reinforces social and emotional stability. I am grateful for this opportunity to make this investment in our kids. It's a win for Lawrence County Schools and a win for music education.”

Louisa Middle School and Lawrence County Board Office are currently without power. It is part of a larger outage also impacting the hospital and homes nearby. Our other schools all have power, but phones and internet are down at all of our buildings district wide. If you need to reach someone in our district, please come to the Board Office or one of the school offices. We will give an update once power has been restored. Thank you.

Reminder! Blaine Elementary School Community Invitation: STAR Academy Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Blaine Elementary School cordially invites the community to join us for the STAR Academy ribbon-cutting ceremony on Tuesday, August 4th at 4:30 PM! The STAR Academy offers a customizable, comprehensive STEM-inspired curriculum that emphasizes project-based learning to re-engage middle school students. Mark your calendars and plan to join us for this exciting occasion!

Back to School Bash from 4:30- 6:00 PM!!!
The BES Back to School Bash will provide families with a wonderful opportunity to meet their children’s teachers and school staff. Enjoy a tour of the updated school, participate in games, and have a chance to win exciting door prizes! #LCisHome

LC Schools is sharing the 26-27At-A-Glance School Calendar for our scheduled holidays and breaks to help our parents and guardians navigate the school year! Please save these dates and mark your calendars to help plan regular dental and doctor appointments, along with family trips.

We are also sharing our updated attendance policies! Please take a moment to read the 26-27 LC School Attendance Policy! New for the 26-27 school year: After (10) medical excuses, the Medical Excuse Form MUST be completed and approved to receive additional medical excuses.

We are excited to welcome students back to their classrooms on Wednesday, August 12th!
#LCisHome

Reminder! BES Readifest is this evening, Thursday, July 30th, from 4:30 PM- 6:00 PM! Students can pick up free school supplies and receive a free sports physical! Make plans to visit the BES Readifest this evening! #LCisHome

Let's Get Ready for the 2026-2027 School Year!

The 2026-2027 school year is approaching quickly! Check out the LC Schools back-to-school events lined up for the coming weeks.

Additionally, don't forget to complete the *LC Schools Online Registration* for all new and returning students at https://www.lawrence.k12.ky.us/ for the upcoming academic year!

We can’t wait to welcome our students on the first day of school, Wednesday, August 12th!

LC Schools is hiring for the 2026-2027 school year! Explore our job openings at https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/3321 today! Apply and become part of the LC Schools team!

This is a reminder that Lawrence County Schools central office, as well as our school offices, will be closed tomorrow, Friday, July 3, in honor of Independence Day. Offices will reopen at 8 AM on Monday. Wishing everyone a happy and safe Fourth of July. Happy 250 to America!

LC School 2026 Summer Feeding Program Schedule!

Reminder! Pick-up Date: Wednesday, July 1st!
Register: https://forms.gle/KqKkGuDzonwFbKnq5

Meals are available to all children ages 18 and under! The meals are free and help your kids get the nutrition they need
all summer long! Please register through the link or scan the QR Code to sign up today!

Pick-Up Dates: (Wednesdays)
July 1st & 8th

Pick-Up Times:
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Pick-Up Sites:
Blaine Elementary School
Fallsburg Elementary School
Lawrence County High School

LC Schools Celebrates Mrs. Tracy Boggs at BES– Happy Retirement!

LC Schools congratulates Mrs. Tracy Boggs, Blaine Elementary School's Secretary, as she begins her retirement after 26 years of service, 28 years, adding on her time with AmeriCorps!
- BES FRYSC/ AmeriCorps: 2 Years
- BES Instructional Assistant: 3 Years
- Blaine Elementary Secretary: 23 Years

Mrs. Tracy shares, "Blaine Elementary School has been such a huge part of my life.  I went to school at Blaine and met my husband there. I have been blessed to watch both of my daughters grow up there.  And after working 26 amazing years at Blaine Elementary School, it’s time for me to officially retire and start a new adventure.  I’m so grateful for the memories, friendships, laughter, and experiences that have made these years so special.  Blaine Elementary and Lawrence County Schools will always hold a special place in my heart.  While it’s bittersweet to say goodbye, I'm excited for this new chapter."

We will truly miss Mrs. Tracy's warmth and her cheerful smile as we walk into Blaine Elementary School! She had a remarkable ability to make everyone feel welcomed, cared for, and valued at BES. We thank you, Mrs. Tracy, for your dedication and contributions throughout the years. May your retirement be filled with joy, relaxation, and exciting adventures. Wishing you the happiest retirement! #LCisHome

LC School 2026 Summer Feeding Program Schedule!

Reminder! Pick-up Date: Wednesday, June 24th!
Register: https://forms.gle/KqKkGuDzonwFbKnq5

Meals are available to all children ages 18 and under! The meals are free and help your kids get the nutrition they need
all summer long! Please register through the link or scan the QR Code to sign up today!

Pick-Up Dates: (Wednesdays)
June 24th
July 1st & 8th

Pick-Up Times:
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Pick-Up Sites:
Blaine Elementary School
Fallsburg Elementary School
Lawrence County High School

Today, we are excited to highlight Mrs. Sheila Gollihue from Blaine Elementary School! Mrs. Gollihue has initiated a delightful tradition for the students at BES. Every Friday morning, she takes on early duty at the front drop-off door, with a whimsical dress-up adventure that began quite unexpectedly. She explains, “The Friday before fall break, I found a costume that one of the former teachers had left behind in my classroom. And I thought it would be fun to dress up to surprise the kids. Then, in early January, we had so much snow that I decided to become the Disney character, Anna. And from there, I started to dress up as a character every Friday, tying it to something happening in our class. For example, one Friday, I dressed up like a detective, and the class had to follow clues for the day. Mrs. Gollihue shared, “I love to see the kids' reactions. It's such a fun time!” Mrs. Gollihue has also transformed into beloved characters such as Junie B. Jones and Pete the Cat, all tied to reading material during class time.

Mrs. Gollihue shares with a laugh, “When I was in school, I often felt out of place and like I didn’t belong. I want our students to understand that they do belong here and that it’s perfectly fine to be different. And I also want them to experience fun as they learn!”

We appreciate Mrs. Gollihue’s creativity and adventurous spirit that she brings to BES every Friday morning! She acknowledges that crafting these costumes can be a lot of work, but she believes it’s all worthwhile when she sees the joy and smiles on students' faces.

Blaine Elementary invites everyone to stop by and meet Mrs. Gollihue during the upcoming school year. Come see which character she will transform into each Friday!

Reminder that summer feeding through Lawrence County Schools continues tomorrow, Wednesday, June 17. Pick up times are from 10:30 AM through 12:30 PM. Drive-through pick ups are available at Lawrence County high school, Blaine elementary school, and Fallsburg elementary school. This is available at no cost for any children in Lawrence County through the age of 18. Each set of meals handed out contains 7 breakfasts and 7 lunches, plus milk and juice. There's no need to pre-register. Just get in line to pick up.