Lincoln County Schools

🚪 Knock, knock!
👩 Who’s there?
🎓 Future.
👩 Future who?
🎓 Future YOU — and it looks brighter with great attendance. 💡

#EveryDayCounts #StayInSchool #WeAreLINCOLN

✨ #FlashbackFriday ✨
From student to teacher, Mrs. Taylor Doss Baker’s journey has come full circle at Rock Springs Elementary! 🏫🍎

Taylor attended Rock Springs Elementary, North Middle, and North High. Inspired by her Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Anderson, she pursued education and never looked back. Today, she teaches EC at Rock Springs, where her love for learning first began. 💡

When asked what she loves most about her job, Mrs. Baker shared:
💬 “I love being able to foster confidence in students by providing them with personalized support and partnering with families. I LOVE celebrating their successes, big or small!”

We are so proud to spotlight another LCS graduate making an impact in our schools. 💙 #WeAreLINCOLN

👏 A big congratulations to Rock Springs Elementary School for Meeting Expected Growth in the 2024–2025 school year! 🌟

This milestone reflects the dedication and teamwork of students, teachers, and staff who continue to push learning forward every single day. 📚💡

Way to go! ❤️🖤
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #RockSpringsElementary

🎓💰 FAFSA Opens Early!
The 2026–27 FAFSA Form is now available! Don’t wait—get an early start on finding out what financial aid you may qualify for.

✅ Students can now create their Studentaid.gov account and complete their FAFSA on the same day.
✅ Parents/guardians only need to provide an email address as part of the contributor process—making it easier than ever.

👉 Start your 2026–27 FAFSA form today: Click here to begin

#FAFSA #WeAreLINCOLN #CollegeReady

🎉 Principal of the Year! 🎉

We are thrilled to announce that Mrs. Kellie Dellinger, principal of Union Elementary School, has been named the 2025 Lincoln County Schools Principal of the Year! 🌟

Mrs. Dellinger leads with vision, heart, and a steadfast commitment to students, staff, and community. Her dedication to creating a school culture where every child can thrive makes her an outstanding leader and a shining example for our district. 🍎✨

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Dellinger on this incredible honor! 👏💚 #WeAreLINCOLN #PrincipalOfTheYear #UnionElementary

👀 We tried playing hide & seek… but when you’re absent, it’s not fun anymore.
Show up so the game (and learning) can go on! 🎉
#EveryDayCounts #WeAreLINCOLN

🚀 Pathways to Opportunities: Exploring Careers in Lincoln County Industry
Parents & Students (Sophomores–Seniors), this event is for YOU!

📅 Monday, October 6 | ⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 201 Jeb Seagle Dr., Lincolnton

Come connect with local industry leaders, discover career opportunities, and explore your pathway after graduation.
✨ Pizza, salad & drinks served 6:00–6:45!
✨ Panel discussion + Q&A with manufacturing reps
✨ Networking with Gaston College & NC Works

👉 To sign up, email: LEDA@LincolnEDA.org

#LincolnCounty #PathwaysToOpportunities #CareerReady

👏 Congratulations to St. James Elementary School for Meeting Expected Growth in the 2024–2025 school year! 🌟

This success shows the commitment of students, teachers, and staff working hand in hand to make learning meaningful and impactful every day. 📚✨
Way to go, Knights! ⚔️❤️🖤

#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #StJamesElementary

👏 Big congratulations to S. Ray Lowder Elementary School for Meeting Expected Growth in the 2024–2025 school year! 🌟

This accomplishment reflects the dedication of students, teachers, and staff who work together every day to make learning come alive. 📚💡

Way to go, Lions! 🦁❤️🖤
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #SRLElementary

📅✈️ Plan Vacations Wisely!
Every school day counts—for learning, for friendships, and for your child’s future. When students miss school for vacations during the year, they miss important lessons and connections that can’t be replaced.

✅ Please plan family trips during school breaks.
✅ Help your child build strong attendance habits.
✅ Remember: missing just a few days can add up quickly!

Let’s work together to keep our students learning, growing, and present every day. 💙🍎 #WeAreLINCOLN #AttendanceMatters

🎉 Congratulations to Union Elementary School for Meeting Expected Growth in the 2024–2025 school year! 🌟
This achievement is a testament to the hard work of students, teachers, and staff who continue to rise to the challenge and grow together. 💪📚

We’re proud of you, Union! ❤️🖤
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #UnionElementary

🚨 Now Hiring at Lincoln County Schools! 🚨

We have several newly posted positions, and we’d love for you to join our team:

HVAC Mechanic/General Maintenance Technician (Maintenance Department)

Teacher of Exceptional Children – Itinerant Pre-K (EC Department)

Behavior Support Assistant (EC Department)

✅ Apply online today: https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/

Be part of a team making a difference every day in Lincoln County Schools! 💙🍎

#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #NowHiring

📊 Over the next month, we’re sharing Lincoln County Schools’ 2024–2025 Accountability Highlights—posted every morning at 9:00 AM.

Kicking it off with great news:
🧪 7th of 115 NC districts in Grade 5 Science proficiency
➗ 11th of 115 NC districts in Math III proficiency
Proud of our students, teachers, and families—let’s keep climbing!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #NCed #Accountability

📣 Congratulations to Ms. Hammonds at Battleground Elementary—an LCPEF Grant Winner! 🎉

Thanks to this grant, every teacher at Battleground received a Qball Plus microphone and speaker. Teachers also participated in professional development during their opening staff meeting to learn the best ways to use this powerful resource.

🎤 These microphones aren’t just for teachers—they give students a voice, too! From boosting confidence during class discussions to keeping every learner engaged, the Qball system is helping make lessons more interactive and exciting across the school. 💡✨

#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #BattlegroundElementary #EngagedLearning #LCPEF

📅 It’s the weekend and we already miss our students! 💙
We can’t wait to see you back in class on Monday—ready to learn, grow, and shine. 🌟

Every day counts, and your presence makes a difference. 👏

#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #AttendanceMatters

🚀 Our Young Lincoln Leaders (YLL) kicked off the year in style on 9/18 at LCST! 🙌

YLL is all about making a real IMPACT in Lincoln County through ACTION. High school students from East, North, Lincolnton, and West, sponsored by Chick-fil-A’s Leader Academy, are coming together to lead change.

At the kickoff, students bonded, embraced the “We are Lincoln” spirit, and took on a fun (and sometimes wild!) icebreaker—jelly bean tasting with some questionable flavors. 😜

They wrapped up the day by brainstorming ideas for this year’s Impact Project. Big things are coming—stay tuned! 🔥 #YLL #LincolnCountyLeaders #ImpactThroughAction

📚✨ Ms. Howe’s students at Rock Springs are diving into nonfiction! They’re working on identifying the main idea and supporting details—even when the main idea isn’t the very first sentence.

Students are practicing neat sentence structure and organizing their thoughts, then adding creativity with colorful illustrations and background details. 🎨📝

Using the Smart Board, the class highlights key details together and explores new vocabulary. The best part? Students LOVE these activities and the discussions that come with them! 💡💬

#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #RockSpringsElementary #ReadingSkills

EAST LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL ADDRESSES ISOLATED CASE OF TUBERCULOSIS WITH PROACTIVE MEASURES Lincoln County Schools (LCS) is working closely with the Lincoln County Health Department and the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) after being notified in the past week of an individual at East Lincoln High School (ELHS) who tested positive for active tuberculosis (TB). The health and safety of our students, staff, and community remain a top priority. Tuberculosis is not considered immediately life-threatening nor an emergency. As a result, there is no immediate cause for concern, and individuals are not required to take any action unless the Lincoln County Health Department directly contacts them regarding potential exposure. The Lincoln County Health Department is currently conducting a thorough investigation and will notify individuals who may have been exposed. Those who are identified as being at increased risk will be contacted and offered testing. The investigation will continue until all individuals who may have been exposed have been reached and provided with the necessary information and guidance. For those seeking more information on tuberculosis, including symptoms, prevention, and treatment, we encourage you to visit the CDC's official TB page: CDC TB Information. Media Inquiries Any media inquiries related to tuberculosis or the Lincoln County Health Department’s response should be directed to Lincoln County Public Affairs Officer Vanessa Leon at (980) 745-3750. About Lincoln County Schools Lincoln County Schools is committed to providing a safe and healthy learning environment for all students and staff. Our district works closely with local health authorities to ensure the well-being of our community.

🌟 Flashback Friday 🌟
Each week we spotlight a former LCS student who has returned to serve our schools — and this week, it’s Mrs. Michaela Lamb Brooks!

Michaela attended Catawba Springs, East Lincoln Middle, and East Lincoln High. She credits her favorite teacher, Mrs. Avery, for helping her through struggles with reading and sparking a lifelong love for learning.

Today, Michaela is a Kindergarten Teacher Assistant at Iron Station Elementary — the very district that shaped her own journey. Now, as a parent, her children get to experience those same schools she once attended.

She says, “I love working with these young kids and having the opportunity to have a positive impact on my own community!” 💛

#WeAreLINCOLN #FlashbackFriday #LCSProud