
We are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding Kentucky Summative Assessment (KSA) performance across Lawrence County Schools!
💙 Climate & Safety: Every single school in our district ranked at the highest level (BLUE - Very High) for school climate and safety!
🟢 Going Green: Huge congratulations to Blaine Middle School, Fallsburg Elementary & Middle School, and Lawrence County High School for achieving GREEN (High) status on the KSA!
🟡 Solid Performance: Kudos to Blaine Elementary, Louisa East Elementary, and Louisa Middle School for achieving YELLOW status and continuing to push for excellence!
*No orange or red schools within the district!*
Great things are happening in LC! Thank you to our dedicated educators, hardworking students, and supportive families for making this progress possible! #LCisHome

LC Schools is thrilled to share that all our schools have achieved yellow or green rankings, with none falling into the orange or red categories. We are proud of the progress and momentum within our district! Additionally, we are delighted to announce that ALL of our schools have received a blue ranking for School Climate & Safety. These are truly exciting times for Lawrence County Schools!
The Kentucky Department of Education released its official school accountability performance scores today, showing that Lawrence County Schools are moving forward and competing strongly across the state.
On the 2025-2026 state assessment results (KSA), every single assessed school in Lawrence County achieved a yellow or green rating, with no LC school scoring red or orange.
Meeting or exceeding the state average at all schools was a major district goal. Today's release of state data confirms that all Lawrence County schools are now performing at or above the Kentucky state average. When compared across the 15th and 16th regions, Lawrence County Schools also rank solidly alongside neighboring districts.
School-by-School Performance Breakdown
Each school across Lawrence County demonstrated strong performance and continuous growth relative to state standards:
● Blaine
○ The elementary level at BES earned a yellow overall rating, performing at KY state average and showing growth in all assessed areas.
○ The middle school level at BES earned a green overall rating, performing above the state average.
● Fallsburg
○ The elementary level at FES earned a green overall rating, performing above KY state average and showing growth in all assessed areas.
○ The middle school level at FES earned a green overall rating, performing above the state average.
● Louisa East Elementary School:
○ The East earned a yellow overall rating, performing at KY state average in assessed subjects.
● Louisa Middle School:
○ LMS earned a yellow overall rating, performing at KY state average.
● Lawrence County High School:
○ LCHS earned a green overall rating, performing above state average for KY high schools.
● ***Louisa West ---since KSA begins at 3rd grade the West does not receive KSA scores.
Building on Progress
Today's official state results show clear proof of steady, continuous progress across Lawrence County."State test scores do not tell the whole story, and a single test is not everything," said Superintendent Katie Webb. "However, these scores are a tool that helps us look closely at how effectively our schools are serving our kids academically. Meeting and exceeding state averages across our campuses was a goal we set together, and achieving yellow and green ratings across the board is certainly a positive. But this is one goal met, not the finish line. Our new goal is for every single school in our district to achieve blue status, or green at a minimum (meaning our schools consistently perform above the state average).”
Student Voices: School Climate and Safety Survey
In addition to academic testing, state reports also measure the quality of school life through the annual Quality of School Climate and Safety Survey. This is an anonymous survey that students complete on their own at the end of state testing. Because responses are completely confidential, students can speak freely about how safe they feel at school and how well school leaders listen and resolve issues.
In this year's survey, all 5 assessed Lawrence County schools scored blue regarding school safety and climate, significantly exceeding state averages across the district in this area.
"Our main job every single day is educating children, keeping them safe, and helping them grow into successful adults," added Superintendent Webb. "Real learning happens in our classrooms every day through structured lessons, caring adults, and high expectations. The feedback directly from our students shows that we are building a good culture where respect, safety, and academic success go hand-in-hand. Our schools are not perfect, because humans are not perfect, but our kids consistently reported on this survey that they see our goals are to keep them safe and cared for."
In the coming days LC staff will continue reviewing details of state assessment results, and use this work to build on this momentum and continue raising standards and performance for the 26-27 school year.
For detailed school report cards and full state data, visit the Kentucky Department of Education portal at www.kyschoolreportcard.com.



Congratulations to the LC School District!
We are proud to announce that our schools received top rankings in safety and climate in the latest evaluation. Thank you to our dedicated administration, teachers, and staff for working tirelessly every day to keep our students and team safe, supported, and ready to learn! (Note: Louisa West Elementary is not evaluated because of the younger grade level.) #LCisHome

We want to remind our LC families about our partnership with Three Rivers Medical Group, which provides school-based telehealth services to support your child's health. Telehealth visits typically address non-emergency, routine health issues during the school day—such as mild illness evaluations (rashes, sore throat, earaches, or cold symptoms) and routine checks.
Things to know about our Telehealth program!
Parental consent is required: Students only participate in school-based telehealth evaluations if a completed consent form from a parent or guardian is on file with the school district. The LC Telehealth Form at can be downloaded at
https://aptg.co/6dcBy4.
Telehealth supplements primary care, rather than replacing it: The program provides convenient, on-site acute and routine care at school, but it does not replace your child’s regular primary care doctor or require you to switch providers.
Visit summaries are shared with your family doctor: To maintain continuity of care, a detailed summary of every school telehealth visit is sent directly to your child's primary care physician.
The primary goal is to reduce lost instructional time for students and save parents from leaving work for minor medical visits. If you have questions or concerns about the Telehealth program, please contact Natalie Wellman, LC Health Nurse Coordinator, at natalie.wellman@lawrence.kyschools.us.
#LCisHome

Big congratulations to LC Football & Coach Short, who is now officially the all-time wins leader with 73 game victories in LC Bulldogs history! 🏈
Coach Short was deeply humbled by the achievement, sharing his heartfelt gratitude: "What a tremendous honor and milestone! Being mentioned alongside Coach Goldsmith, Coach Williams, and Coach Michael is a great honor. After 11 years, I am still humbled and grateful for the opportunity to lead this football program. This record would not be possible without so many people. My wife, Chelsee, and children, Ellie and Lucy, have supported our coaching journey from the very beginning. All of our players, coaches, and administrators over the last 11 years have contributed to this achievement. I have been blessed to work with some of the best over the last 11 years. I am thankful for the past and look forward to the future!"
With the victory over Mason County, Coach Short leads the all-time wins, with 73—and counting! Thank you, Coach Short, for your dedication, leadership, and relentless commitment to building a winning culture on and off the field. Here’s to many more victories on the road ahead!
Drop a red and black heart in the comments to congratulate Coach Short! 🖤
#LCisHome #LCBulldogs #BulldogPride #HistoryMade #73AndCounting #CoachShort

Parents and students, please complete the GEAR UP ELEVATE surveys by this Friday, October 16th!
The GEAR UP ELEVATE's focus is to help students pursue higher education!
- Increase postsecondary access
- Improve social-emotional learning, academic, and career development
- Exposure to college options, academic support, and financial aid guidance
Again, please complete the surveys by Friday, October 16, 2026! We appreciate you taking the time to complete these important surveys!
You can click on the survey links below or scan the QR codes.
Student Survey
https://forms.gle/fXYXYqmcfBBurTyo9
Parent/Guardian Survey
https://forms.gle/AVdJiP9NuhDprqHq7

The Lawrence County Bulldogs will play the Powell County Pirates tonight at 7:30 PM at Luke Varney Jr. Memorial Field!
Make plans to come out to LVJR and cheer for the Bulldogs! The forecast is calling for perfect football weather! #LCisHome
Listen @ Radio Broadcast: WKYH 99.3
Watch @ Hudl Live Stream: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ky/louisa/organization/17689/lawrence-county-high-school

Lawrence County High School 2023 graduate Emmalee Holt and her team of fellow Marshall University scholars have secured an $8,684.95 "Magic Grant" from the Helen Gurley Brown Foundation to launch the InnovateHER STEM Camp. This new initiative encourages young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.
For many young women entering science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, stepping into a college classroom can mean stepping into a room where they are one of only a few women in their program. Recognizing the need to build early community, confidence, and real-world clarity, a group of Marshall University scholars is launching a new initiative to ensure young women know they belong in STEM from day one. The pilot program, InnovateHER STEM Camp, is scheduled to launch in summer 2027 and will run for three days for 25 rising high school freshmen.
The camp idea began with Marshall University’s inaugural cohort of BOLD Scholars (https://www.marshall.edu/bold/)—part of the BOLD Women’s Leadership Network funded by the Helen Gurley Brown Foundation to promote leadership, career development, and personal growth among female scholars. As part of their Spring 2026 BOLD curriculum, the cohort pitched a project for the foundation's "Magic Grant" competition. They used a "Design for Delight" framework facilitated through Marshall University’s iCenter. Holt’s team conducted research and interviews to identify the root causes of women's underrepresentation in STEM fields. The group ultimately found that the main issue facing women in STEM is a lack of community from male-dominated classes, which resonated with their team.
Bringing the vision to life required navigating a competitive pitch process. Guided by Marshall University's iCenter, the team refined their focus from a broad regional idea to a targeted program serving rural Appalachian students within Cabell and Wayne counties, with high hopes of future expansion into eastern Kentucky and southern Ohio. To secure funding, the group submitted a detailed written proposal followed by a timed pitch to the Helen Gurley Brown Foundation. After addressing some follow-up questions and refining details on scheduling, budgeting, and curriculum design based on foundation feedback, the group's grant request was approved.
Holt shared her reaction to her team’s project being selected to receive the grant. "Learning that we won the grant and that we
can help young girls feel more connected and empowered in STEM feels amazing. It is good to know I'll be helping young girls stay interested in STEM and boost their confidence. It’s something I wish I’d had in high school when I was deciding to pursue civil engineering. Furthermore, it feels great to help make an impact on girls in my region who will become the future of STEM."
InnovateHER plans to give attendees a genuine preview of professional life by providing:
Hands-on Academic Tracks: Campers will dedicate 8 to 9 hours over three days to specific disciplines, including Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity/Cyber-Forensics, and Medicine.
Final Presentation Challenge: Working alongside mentors, students will complete a hands-on challenge and present their solutions on the final day to fellow campers and family members.
Professional STEM Panel: Female industry professionals will share real-world advice, discuss career trajectories, and offer strategies for navigating male-dominated environments.
College Life & Community: Campers will experience residential living in dormitories and participate in evening community activities like movie and game nights.
We are so proud of Emmalee and her MU team for envisioning and bringing InnovateHER STEM Camp to life! This camp will run from July 21 to July 24, 2027, and student applications will open in Spring 2027.

October is National Principals Month, and we want to take a moment to celebrate the extraordinary leaders guiding our LC Schools every single day!
Our principals are the visionaries, problem-solvers, and biggest cheerleaders for our students, teachers, and staff. From early morning bus arrivals to late-night athletic games, performance rehearsals, and community events, their dedication creates safe, inspiring, and supportive environments where every student can thrive.
Thank you, principals, for your tireless hard work, leadership, and heart. You truly shape the future of our community, one school day at a time!
Help us celebrate! Drop a comment below to thank your school’s principal or share a favorite memory!
#LCisHome #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #SchoolLeaders #DistrictPride #EducationMatters #ThankYouPrincipals

September Attandance Champions: *Fallsburg Elementary School*
Most Improved Attendance Award: *Louisa Middle School*
We are so proud of these schools and their students for their dedication in attending school each day! Keep up the great work! Every day counts! #LCisHome

Parents/Guardians,
Please take a moment to fill out the Google form below to grant permission for your child to participate in the Kentucky Incentive for Prevention (KIP) Student Survey. This survey is aimed at our 6th, 8th, 10th, and 12th-grade students.
The survey will assist our schools in gaining a better understanding of students’ experiences, needs, health, and overall wellbeing. It is entirely anonymous and confidential. More details are provided in the form link to clarify what it involves.
If you have already submitted a permission form to your child's school, there is no need to complete this Google Form again!
Thank you for taking the time to complete this KIP survey and for supporting our Lawrence County students!
KIP Form Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1KMN1qcNVmQkcxTk6p8T9mZ73GIJavSYn0DQegBypnBk/edit?ts=6ab28c72
Check out the LC Schools Board Bulletin, Issue 2, which provides insights from the LC Board of Education meeting held on September 21st. Discover all the latest updates happening across the school district. Additionally, Louisa East Elementary School showcased its students performing the LC Alma Mater and the LC Fight Song to celebrate 50 years of homecoming! We are grateful to all the students and parents who attended the meeting. #LCisHome



Dear Parent and Guardians of 7th, 8th, and 12th grade students,
Parents and students, please complete the GEAR UP ELEVATE surveys by Friday, October 16th!
The GEAR UP ELEVATE's focus is to help students pursue higher education!
- Increase postsecondary access
- Improve social-emotional learning, academic, and career development
- Exposure to college options, academic support, and financial aid guidance
Again, please complete the surveys by Friday, October 16, 2026! We appreciate you taking the time to complete these important surveys!
You can click on the survey links below or scan the QR codes.
Student Survey
https://forms.gle/fXYXYqmcfBBurTyo9
Parent/Guardian Survey
https://forms.gle/AVdJiP9NuhDprqHq7

Today is Custodial Appreciation Day! We are fortunate to have some of the most dedicated individuals working tirelessly to maintain our facilities and grounds in excellent condition. We are incredibly grateful for their hard work, care, and pride in every building. Thank you all for being an important part of our LC School Team! #LCisHome


LCHS is hosting its 2026 Homecoming Dance this Saturday, Sept. 26th, from 7:00 -10:00 PM!
We're looking forward to seeing our students dressed up and enjoying themselves! #LCisHome

Come out and enjoy all the homecoming festivities happening at the Luke Varney Jr. Memorial Field!
At 6:45 PM, we'll announce our former homecoming queens to honor 50 Years of Homecoming!
Homecoming Game Matchup!
Lawrence County Bulldogs vs Letcher County Central Cougars
Game Time: 7:30 PM
During halftime, our 2026 LCHS Homecoming Queen will be announced!
We encourage everyone to come out and show your support for the Bulldogs! The forecast promises to deliver perfect football weather! Let's go, Bulldogs! #LCisHome

LC Schools will be closed from Monday, September 28th through Friday, October 2nd for fall break! We hope our students, their families, and our staff have an amazing week of relaxation and making memories! School will start back on Monday, October 5th! #LCisHome

Congratulations to the 2026 LCHS Homecoming Court! The former LCHS Homecoming Queens will be announced at 6:45 PM,near the start of the Lawrence County vs Letcher County Central football game! The 2026 LCHS Homecoming Queen will be announced during halftime! So, make plans to watch some great football and celebrate 50 years of homecoming with us! Go, Bulldogs!
Lawrence County vs Letcher County Central Game @ 7:30 PM
Luke Varney Jr Memorial Football Field

Congratulations to LCHS juniors, Abby Runyons and CJ Whitt, on qualifying for the KY State Golf Tournament!
- Abby finished 4th place overall and 2nd place individual!
- CJ finished 8th place overall and 6th place individual! Update! Alex Meadows is also set to play due to a disqualification!
These student-athletes will showcase their skills in the first round of the KY State Golf Tournament at Stonecrest Golf Course in Prestonsburg, KY! We wish them both the best of luck! #LCisHome

LCHS Carpentry Class at KY Construction Career Days (K4C)
The LCHS Carpentry class recently participated in the Kentucky Construction Career Days (K4C) held in Shelbyville, KY! This engaging event connects 2,500 vocational and technical students with various construction and trade opportunities throughout the state.
Highlights of the Event:
- Students had the chance to operate heavy machinery, including lifts and excavators.
- They experienced walking on I-beams while securely harnessed.
- Numerous employers were present, actively recruiting, such as UPS, the Home Builders Association, and local municipalities within a 100-mile radius.
Several students were suprised by the annual salary of UPS drivers, and some are now exploring this career path. As always, it was an incredible event that highlighted numerous trade occupations for our students! We appreciate Mr. Bradshaw, our LCHS Carpentry Instuctor, for his dedication in assisting students in discovering careers that match their interests and skills in the trade industry.
