💙 Meet Fred Jarrett 💙
School Board Appreciation Month

Meet Fred Jarrett, a dedicated member of the Lincoln County Board of Education who brings a strategic, thoughtful, and community-focused perspective to his service. A Lincolnton native, Fred’s deep roots in our community shape his commitment to ensuring strong schools for today’s students and future generations.

Professionally, Fred is a nuclear training manager, a role that reflects his attention to detail, steady leadership, and long-range thinking. He once dreamed of becoming a dentist, but his path led him to a career—and board service—grounded in responsibility, preparation, and care for others.

Fred enjoys fishing at the Outer Banks, listening to Chicago, and relaxing at Myrtle Beach when it’s time to recharge. He’s a loyal Diet Coke drinker, loves chicken pie, and is a proud dog owner to a very lovable (and smart!) basset hound.

We are grateful for Fred’s commitment to Lincoln County Schools, his strategic mindset, and his dedication to serving our community with purpose. Thank you, Fred, for your service and leadership.

#SchoolBoardAppreciationMonth #MeetOurBoard #ThankYouSchoolBoard #WeAreLINCOLN
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💙 Meet Fred Jarrett 💙 School Board Appreciation Month Meet Fred Jarrett, a dedicated member of the Lincoln County Board of Education who brings a strategic, thoughtful, and community-focused perspective to his service. A Lincolnton native, Fred’s deep roots in our community shape his commitment to ensuring strong schools for today’s students and future generations. Professionally, Fred is a nuclear training manager, a role that reflects his attention to detail, steady leadership, and long-range thinking. He once dreamed of becoming a dentist, but his path led him to a career—and board service—grounded in responsibility, preparation, and care for others. Fred enjoys fishing at the Outer Banks, listening to Chicago, and relaxing at Myrtle Beach when it’s time to recharge. He’s a loyal Diet Coke drinker, loves chicken pie, and is a proud dog owner to a very lovable (and smart!) basset hound. We are grateful for Fred’s commitment to Lincoln County Schools, his strategic mindset, and his dedication to serving our community with purpose. Thank you, Fred, for your service and leadership. #SchoolBoardAppreciationMonth #MeetOurBoard #ThankYouSchoolBoard #WeAreLINCOLN
🎓💡 AP Students – Be Ready!
All AP exams take place on the same schedule across the country this May—so whether you took your class in the fall or spring, your exam is in May!

📅 Plan ahead now.
💵 Exam fees are covered by the State of NC (but missing your exam could mean CollegeBoard fees).

👏 Last year, LCS students achieved a 71% AP exam pass rate—higher than the state average! We can’t wait to celebrate another strong year of success!

#WeAreLINCOLN #APExams #AcademicExcellence
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We’re hiring across Lincoln County Schools, and we’d love for you to join our team. From teachers and tutors to support staff and coaches, there are many ways to make a difference for students this spring.

View current openings and apply online at:
https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com

#WeAreLINCOLN #JoinOurTeam
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Promotional hiring graphic for Lincoln County Schools with an aerial photo of a school campus in the background. Text reads “Join Our Team” and lists open positions: Weight Trainer (spring season) at Lincolnton High; Temporary Teacher, Social Studies 8th grade at North Middle; Custodian and Substitute Bus Driver at Lincolnton Middle; EC Safety Attendant at the Transportation Department; Teacher Assistant and Substitute Bus Driver at Battleground Elementary; Football Varsity Assistant Coach at North High; Temporary Teacher for ELA middle grades and English 9–12 at Asbury Academy; Temporary Music Teacher at S. Ray Lowder and Love Memorial Elementary Schools; ATSI Tutor during school at Lincolnton Middle. Bottom text reads “Apply Online” with the website lcsnc.schoolspring.com.
High school students: If you’re thinking about what comes after graduation, this event is for you. Gaston College wants to help you gain momentum toward a fulfilling career by giving you the opportunity to discover and explore the many CTE programs available.

Register to attend the Rhino Roadmap to CTE Careers Event on February 24, 2026 from 5:30–8 p.m. Learn about hands-on career pathways, talk with instructors, and see what opportunities could be waiting for you after high school.

Register here: https://www.gaston.edu/cte-roadmap/

#WeAreLINCOLN #CTECareers
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Two students seated at a workbench in an electrical training lab smile at the camera while holding testing probes connected to a wiring panel with colorful cables. Behind them are mounted electrical components and training equipment. Text on the graphic reads: “Feb. 24, 5:30–8 p.m. Rhino Roadmap to CTE Careers” and “gaston.edu/cte-roadmap,” with a rhinoceros mascot logo.
✨ Flashback Friday! ✨
From Catawba Springs, East Middle, and East High ➡️ to Assistant Principal at Lincolnton High — meet Mr. Brett Bowen!

Brett says his favorite teachers, Ms. Barney and Ms. Sudderth, truly cared about their students and left a lasting impact on his future. Today, he’s paying that forward at LHS.

Mr. Bowen shared: “I have a very strong admin team and staff. Growing a positive school culture starts with people who care, and I firmly believe LHS has that on many fronts. There is a lot of good at LHS, and I want others to see it.”

We love celebrating our former students who now serve the next generation! 🍎 #FlashbackFriday #WeAreLINCOLN
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Brett Bowen
📘✨ Quarter 2 Report Cards Are Coming Home Today! ✨📘

Halfway through the school year! 🎉 Report cards are headed home this afternoon—be sure to check those backpacks 🎒. Take time to celebrate progress 🌟, talk through challenges 💬, and set goals to finish the year strong.

Thank you for being such an important part of your child’s success! 💙🍎
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #ReportCards
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Schools Closed – Monday, January 19

In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all schools will be closed on Monday, January 19.

We honor Dr. King’s legacy of service, justice, and equality—and encourage our community to reflect, serve, and lead with kindness. 💙

Classes will resume on Tuesday.
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Schools Closed – Monday, January 19 In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all schools will be closed on Monday, January 19. We honor Dr. King’s legacy of service, justice, and equality—and encourage our community to reflect, serve, and lead with kindness. 💙 Classes will resume on Tuesday.
Make a splash for Special Olympics Lincoln County at the 2026 Polar Plunge. Join us on February 21 at Sally’s YMCA in Denver and help support athletes across our community. You only need to raise $75 to take the plunge. Music, prizes, and plenty of fun included. Register today and be part of something meaningful.

#WeAreLINCOLN #PolarPlungeNC
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Promotional graphic for the 2026 Polar Plunge benefiting Special Olympics Lincoln County. The image features a blue water background, a polar bear logo, and event details including the date February 21, location Sally’s YMCA in Denver, North Carolina, a plunge schedule, and a registration link encouraging participants to raise $75 to join.
The 2026–2027 Lincoln County Schools academic calendar has been approved. This calendar outlines student start and end dates, holidays, teacher workdays, early release days, and grading periods to support family planning and staff preparation.

Families and staff are encouraged to review the calendar and save important dates for the upcoming school year.

Note: The calendar will also be published in the Parent Pulse Newsletter, sent to all families via email on January 14th.
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Approved 2026–2027 Lincoln County Schools academic calendar displayed in a grid format showing monthly calendars, student days, teacher workdays, holidays, early release days, and grading periods. The calendar includes a color-coded legend identifying mandatory workdays, optional workdays, holidays, progress report dates, report card dates, and early release or staff development days.
On Monday, district and building leaders came together for the seventh session of our strategic planning process. Teams continued synthesizing input and feedback gathered from students, staff, families, and community stakeholders since March 2025 to refine priorities and next steps for Lincoln County Schools.

This collaborative work ensures our strategic plan reflects the voices of our community and supports long-term success for students, staff, and schools across the district.

#WeAreLINCOLN #StrategicPlanning
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A group of educators sit around a round table during a professional learning session while one participant holds up a handwritten chart with notes, and a presenter stands nearby speaking. A large photo collage with the words “#WeAreLINCOLN” is displayed on the wall behind them.
Educators sit at tables with laptops open during a professional development meeting while a presenter stands and speaks near a screen displaying a slide about the Four Disciplines of Execution.
Several staff members sit at a long table using laptops while a small group of colleagues stand nearby discussing information during a collaborative meeting in a large room.
Educators gather around high tables in a large multipurpose room working on laptops and reviewing materials together during a collaborative professional learning session, with multiple groups visible in the background.
Thank you to Chairperson of the Lincoln County Commissioners, Jamie Lineberger, for spending the day at North Lincoln Middle School, shadowing Principal Kassandra Arndt. Chairperson Lineberger engaged in meaningful conversations, observed classrooms, and connected with both teachers and students throughout the visit.

Opportunities like this strengthen collaboration between our schools and local leadership and deepen understanding of the work happening in our classrooms every day. We appreciate the time, interest, and support for Lincoln County Schools.

#WeAreLINCOLN #CommunityPartners
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Two school administrators walk and talk down a bright school hallway lined with lockers and classroom doors, sunlight coming through glass doors at the end of the corridor.
A group of students stand along the wall inside a classroom while two administrators observe and listen, with student work, posters, and whiteboards visible around the room.
Students sit at tables in a school media center working on activities while two administrators walk through the space, bookshelves and a projection screen visible in the background.
Students sit at cafeteria tables eating and talking while two administrators stand nearby observing, with a large display screen and school decor visible in the background.

💙 Meet Christina Sutton 💙
School Board Appreciation Month

Meet Christina Sutton, Board Chair of the Lincoln County Board of Education. A proud Lincoln County native, Christina leads with intention, authenticity, and a deep commitment to the students, staff, and families of our community.

She once thought she’d grow up to be a kindergarten teacher—a calling that still shines through in her passion for schools and student success. She is currently a student at UNC Charlotte studying middle school language arts.

Known for being resourceful and thoughtful, Christina values meaningful moments most—especially when her husband and kids are laughing together. Outside of work, she enjoys mystery and crime novels, Maverick City Music, grapefruit, and a good cup of hot black tea with two sugars. She’s also a proud pet parent to her Australian Cattle Dog rescue, Ryn.

We are grateful for Christina’s steady leadership, her heart for Lincoln County, and her dedication to serving as Board Chair with purpose and care. Thank you, Christina, for all you do for Lincoln County Schools.

#SchoolBoardAppreciationMonth #MeetOurBoard #BoardChair #ThankYouSchoolBoard #WeAreLINCOLN

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💙 Meet Christina Sutton 💙 School Board Appreciation Month Meet Christina Sutton, Board Chair of the Lincoln County Board of Education. A proud Lincoln County native, Christina leads with intention, authenticity, and a deep commitment to the students, staff, and families of our community. Christina serves as the Communities In Schools Mentor Coordinator, bringing a relationship-centered lens to her leadership and a strong belief in the power of connection. She once thought she’d grow up to be a kindergarten teacher—a calling that still shines through in her passion for schools and student success. Known for being resourceful and thoughtful, Christina values meaningful moments most—especially when her husband and kids are laughing together. Outside of work, she enjoys mystery and crime novels, Maverick City Music, grapefruit, and a good cup of hot black tea with two sugars. She’s also a proud pet parent to her Australian Cattle Dog rescue, Ryn. We are grateful for Christina’s steady leadership, her heart for Lincoln County, and her dedication to serving as Board Chair with purpose and care. Thank you, Christina, for all you do for Lincoln County Schools. #SchoolBoardAppreciationMonth #MeetOurBoard #BoardChair #ThankYouSchoolBoard #WeAreLINCOLN
We are hiring across Lincoln County Schools and invite passionate, dedicated professionals to join our team. Current openings include positions in transportation, child nutrition, custodial services, coaching, counseling, data management, finance, tutoring, and teaching. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in our schools and community, we encourage you to explore these opportunities and apply online.

Apply here: https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/

#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSCareers
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A recruitment graphic for Lincoln County Schools featuring an aerial photo of a school campus with a bold headline reading “Join Our Team.” The Lincoln County Schools logo appears at the top. A list of open positions is displayed, including custodial, bus driver, child nutrition, coaching, data manager, counselor, benefits specialist, tutor, and teaching roles across multiple schools. At the bottom, text reads “Apply Online” with the website https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/
🩺 When to Keep Your Children Home 🧼

We know that attendance is important — every day of learning matters. But we also want students to show up healthy and ready to learn. If your child is sick, keeping them home helps protect our schools and prevents illnesses from spreading.

As winter approaches, please keep your child home if they have any of the following:

✨ Fever of 100.4°F or higher
Students must be fever-free without fever-reducing medication (Ibuprofen, Tylenol, Advil, Motrin, etc.) for 24 hours before returning to school.

✨ Vomiting or diarrhea
Students may return 24 hours after the last episode of vomiting or diarrhea.

✨ A medical provider has written the student out of school

Thank you for helping us keep our students and staff healthy this winter! ❄️💙 #WeAreLINCOLN
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🩺 When to Keep Your Children Home 🧼 We know that attendance is important — every day of learning matters. But we also want students to show up healthy and ready to learn. If your child is sick, keeping them home helps protect our schools and prevents illnesses from spreading. As winter approaches, please keep your child home if they have any of the following: ✨ Fever of 100.4°F or higher Students must be fever-free without fever-reducing medication (Ibuprofen, Tylenol, Advil, Motrin, etc.) for 24 hours before returning to school. ✨ Vomiting or diarrhea Students may return 24 hours after the last episode of vomiting or diarrhea. ✨ A medical provider has written the student out of school Thank you for helping us keep our students and staff healthy this winter! ❄️💙 #WeAreLINCOLN
We were proud to welcome our new high school student Board of Education representatives as they attended their first Board of Education work session.

Our student representatives came prepared, asked thoughtful questions, and shared valuable student perspectives that added meaningful insight to the discussion. Their engagement reflects the importance of student voice in district decision-making, and we look forward to their continued leadership and contributions throughout the year.

#WeAreLINCOLN #StudentVoice
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A group of adults sit around U-shaped tables in a school media center during a meeting, using laptops and papers while looking toward a presentation screen at the front of the room.
Meeting participants sit at tables in a school library space with shelves displaying school memorabilia behind them, listening and taking notes as a presentation is displayed on a large screen.
Adults seated around conference tables in a media center look toward a speaker off camera, with laptops open and school display shelves visible in the background.
Several adults participate in a meeting in a school library setting, seated at tables with laptops and notebooks while a presentation slide is projected on a screen in front of the group.
We are currently hiring for a variety of non-teaching positions across Lincoln County Schools. Openings include custodians, child nutrition assistants and assistant managers, bus drivers, substitutes, coaches, a benefits specialist, and a data manager. These roles play a vital part in supporting safe, welcoming schools and student success every day.

Apply online at lcsnc.schoolspring.com.

#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSCareers
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A recruitment graphic reading “We Are Hiring – Non-Teaching Positions.” The background shows a child nutrition employee working in a school cafeteria. Text lists open positions including custodians across the district, child nutrition assistants and assistant managers, bus drivers, benefits specialist in the LCS Finance Department, data manager at West Middle, coaches at middle and high school levels, and substitutes for custodial, child nutrition, and bus driving roles. At the bottom, the website lcsnc.schoolspring.com appears next to an “Apply Now” button graphic.
Today we recognize National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day and extend our sincere thanks to the law enforcement officers and school resource officers who serve our schools and community every day. Your dedication to safety, service, and positive relationships with students and staff makes a meaningful difference across Lincoln County Schools.

#WeAreLINCOLN #LawEnforcementAppreciation
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A black background graphic featuring a silver police shield with a black-and-white American flag and a single blue line across the center. White text reads “National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day” with “January 09” displayed in a blue banner.

Lincoln County Schools was proud to host a legislative breakfast today with Representative Heather Rhyne and Senator Ted Alexander. District and school leaders gathered to share priorities, ask thoughtful questions, and advocate for the needs of our students and teachers.

These conversations strengthen collaboration between our schools and state leaders and help ensure the voices of Lincoln County students, educators, and families are represented in policy decisions.

#WeAreLINCOLN #PublicEducation

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A group of district leaders and state representatives stand together for a group photo in a school media center, smiling in front of bookshelves and a sign reading “America 250 NC.”
Several adults sit in rolling chairs during a meeting in a school media center, listening as one participant speaks into a microphone while others take notes.
District leaders and state representatives sit at tables facing an audience during a legislative breakfast meeting in a school library, with attendees seated in rows listening and taking notes.
A large group of district and school leaders sit in a circle of chairs in a school media center during a meeting, engaging in discussion with laptops and printed materials visible.
✨ #FlashbackFriday ✨
Meet Ms. Sierra Thompson, a proud LCS alum who is now shaping the next generation of students as a 3rd-grade teacher at Pumpkin Intermediate! 🍎

Sierra attended St. James, East Middle, and East High, where amazing teachers inspired her dream of becoming an elementary school teacher. Today, she’s giving back to the same community that shaped her—creating a classroom where students feel valued, encouraged, and excited to learn. 💡📚

Help us celebrate Ms. Thompson—an incredible example of what it means to be #WeAreLINCOLN! ❤️🖤

#LCSSchools #FormerStudentCurrentStaff
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Sierra Thompson
Today we were proud to recognize our very first Sub of the Month at West Lincoln High School. Mrs. Eley nominated Ms. Ritchie for her dedication, professionalism, and positive impact on students, and she was surprised with a Panera gift card in celebration.

We are grateful for all of our substitute teachers who step in each day to support learning and keep our schools running smoothly. We can’t wait to see who is nominated in February.

#WeAreLINCOLN #WLHS
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A substitute teacher stands at the front of a high school classroom holding a lesson plan while students sit at desks and look on, with classroom posters and learning materials visible in the background.
Students smile from their desks as a substitute teacher stands in the center of the classroom holding a hand-lettered sign that reads “January Sub of the Month.”
Two school staff members present a “January Sub of the Month” sign to a substitute teacher at the front of a classroom while students observe from their desks with laptops open.
A group of school administrators and staff pose together in a classroom holding a “January Sub of the Month” sign to recognize a substitute teacher, with students seated nearby.