PRESS RELEASE: Jennifer Raimey Sworn In to Lincoln County Board of Education
Jennifer Raimey was officially sworn in as the District 2 representative on the Lincoln County Board of Education during a special-called board meeting held Friday, June 26, at the Lincoln County Schools Central Services Office.
Raimey was appointed by the Lincoln County Republican Party following the resignation of former Board of Education member Fred Jarrett, whose resignation became effective May 31, 2026.
The oath of office was administered during the 9 a.m. meeting by Mayor Ed Hatley, officially welcoming Raimey to the seven-member board as she begins serving the residents of District 2.
Lincoln County Schools Superintendent Dr. Aaron Allen welcomed Raimey to the board and expressed appreciation for her willingness to serve the students, staff, and families of Lincoln County.
"We are grateful to Mrs. Raimey for stepping forward to serve our community in this important role," said Dr. Allen. "Strong public schools depend on dedicated leaders who are committed to making thoughtful decisions that keep students at the center of every conversation. I look forward to working alongside Mrs. Raimey as we continue advancing the mission of Lincoln County Schools."
“I feel truly blessed to be able to serve the students, teachers, and families of Lincoln County, and I am excited to join an already amazing team,” said Ms. Raimey.
The Lincoln County Board of Education is responsible for establishing policies, adopting the annual budget, and providing governance and oversight for Lincoln County Schools, which serves more than 11,000 students across 23 schools.
For more information about the Lincoln County Board of Education, visit the Lincoln County Schools website.
"SHELL" we work together? We shore hope so!
Lincoln County Schools is hiring, and we have opportunities for educators, leaders, and support staff who are ready to make a difference.
Current openings include:
• Teacher Assistant/Sub Bus Driver – St. James Elementary
• Child Nutrition Manager – St. James Elementary
• Assistant Principal – G.E. Massey Elementary
• Health/PE Teacher – Lincolnton Middle School
• 7th Grade Math Teacher – West Lincoln Middle School
Whether you're beginning your career or looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to welcome you to the LCS family.
Apply today: https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSCareers
Lincoln County Schools is hiring, and we have opportunities for educators, leaders, and support staff who are ready to make a difference.
Current openings include:
• Teacher Assistant/Sub Bus Driver – St. James Elementary
• Child Nutrition Manager – St. James Elementary
• Assistant Principal – G.E. Massey Elementary
• Health/PE Teacher – Lincolnton Middle School
• 7th Grade Math Teacher – West Lincoln Middle School
Whether you're beginning your career or looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to welcome you to the LCS family.
Apply today: https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSCareers
United Way of Lincoln County is gearing up for the back-to-school season! Along with Lincoln County Schools, Atrium Health, and Denver Pediatric Dentistry, we will host a Stuff the Bus campaign in which local businesses and organizations sign up as donation locations to collect school supplies. The donated supplies will then be sorted and given out at several back-to-school events across Lincoln County to children in need!
If your business is interested in becoming a Donation Location, please fill out the following link: Stuff the Bus Collection Site Sign-Up | United Way of Lincoln County. Donation Locations will collect supplies from July 6 through August 6. Supplies will be picked up for you, or your team can bring them to the resource center on 8/7. Donation Locations are also encouraged to make their displays exciting and engaging, as the most popular location wins a trophy!
Learn more about the Stuff the Bus campaign and other back-to-school events on our website here: Stuff The Bus | United Way of Lincoln County. Sponsorship opportunities for Stuff the Bus are also still available if your business is interested.
Together, we can make sure all children start the school year with their best chances of success!
If your business is interested in becoming a Donation Location, please fill out the following link: Stuff the Bus Collection Site Sign-Up | United Way of Lincoln County. Donation Locations will collect supplies from July 6 through August 6. Supplies will be picked up for you, or your team can bring them to the resource center on 8/7. Donation Locations are also encouraged to make their displays exciting and engaging, as the most popular location wins a trophy!
Learn more about the Stuff the Bus campaign and other back-to-school events on our website here: Stuff The Bus | United Way of Lincoln County. Sponsorship opportunities for Stuff the Bus are also still available if your business is interested.
Together, we can make sure all children start the school year with their best chances of success!
Ready to turn your passion into a career that serves your community?
Beginning this fall, Lincoln County Schools juniors and seniors can take advantage of a new Firefighter Technology pathway through Gaston College. Students will complete three firefighter training blocks over three semesters, then take one additional class after graduation to become a North Carolina Certified Firefighter—ready to begin a career with a local fire department.
This hands-on program provides real-world training in firefighting, rescue operations, emergency medical care, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, and more.
Interested students should speak with their high school counselor to learn how to enroll.
#WeAreLINCOLN #CareerReady
Beginning this fall, Lincoln County Schools juniors and seniors can take advantage of a new Firefighter Technology pathway through Gaston College. Students will complete three firefighter training blocks over three semesters, then take one additional class after graduation to become a North Carolina Certified Firefighter—ready to begin a career with a local fire department.
This hands-on program provides real-world training in firefighting, rescue operations, emergency medical care, hazardous materials response, fire prevention, and more.
Interested students should speak with their high school counselor to learn how to enroll.
#WeAreLINCOLN #CareerReady
We're hiring! Lincoln County Schools is looking for exceptional Exceptional Children (EC) teachers to join our team for the 2026–2027 school year.
Current openings include:
• Elementary: Love Memorial & Iron Station – EC Extended Content
• Middle: Lincolnton Middle – EC General
• High: Lincolnton High, East Lincoln High & Asbury Academy – EC General
If you're passionate about helping every student succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today: https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/
All positions begin in August 2026.
#WeAreLINCOLN #TeachInLCS
Current openings include:
• Elementary: Love Memorial & Iron Station – EC Extended Content
• Middle: Lincolnton Middle – EC General
• High: Lincolnton High, East Lincoln High & Asbury Academy – EC General
If you're passionate about helping every student succeed, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today: https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/
All positions begin in August 2026.
#WeAreLINCOLN #TeachInLCS
"Teachers have summers off."
We'd like to report that rumor is still making the rounds.
Meanwhile, here's what summer actually looks like in Lincoln County Schools...
Teachers spending their days in professional development, collaborating with colleagues, refining curriculum, planning lessons, sharing ideas, and preparing for another great school year—all while most people are still wondering if school starts in August or September.
The classroom may be quieter, but the work never stops. Every lesson improved, every curriculum document updated, and every new strategy learned this summer is an investment in our students this fall.
So the next time someone says teachers get the whole summer off... just show them these photos.
Thank you to our amazing educators for continuing to learn, grow, and work hard—even when the students are on break.
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSLearns
We'd like to report that rumor is still making the rounds.
Meanwhile, here's what summer actually looks like in Lincoln County Schools...
Teachers spending their days in professional development, collaborating with colleagues, refining curriculum, planning lessons, sharing ideas, and preparing for another great school year—all while most people are still wondering if school starts in August or September.
The classroom may be quieter, but the work never stops. Every lesson improved, every curriculum document updated, and every new strategy learned this summer is an investment in our students this fall.
So the next time someone says teachers get the whole summer off... just show them these photos.
Thank you to our amazing educators for continuing to learn, grow, and work hard—even when the students are on break.
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSLearns
Come see the many Lincoln County students listed below, and more, when the Lincolnton Theatre Guild presents "ANNIE" the musical.
Annie is directed by Joanna Underwood and stars Neil Underwood (retired LCS teachers). You will also see Don Peach (retired LCS teacher) in the orchestra pit. West Lincoln Middle School's rising 8th grader, Sadie Philbeck, is starring as Annie.
You can catch Annie on the following dates:
June 25, 26, 27 @ 7:00pm
June 27 @ 2:00pm
June 28 @ 3:00pm
The show will be at the James Warren Citizen Center in Lincolnton.
Tickets available at the Lincoln Cultural Center during business hours
OR
by reserving at lincolntg.booktix.com
ALL SEATS GENERAL SEATING
West Lincoln Middle:
Sadie Philbeck (8th grader)
Sawyer Bolton (7th grader)
Mary Yoder (6th grader)
Lincolnton Middle:
Lorelai Crocker-Heglar (7th grade)
North Lincoln Middle:
Morgan Lawing (8th grader)
Quinn Harrison
Lily Queen (7th grade)
Lola Wiseman (6th grade)
Catawba Springs Elementary:
Ava Lineberger (5th grade)
Battleground Elementary:
Airyana Torrence (5th grade)
North Brook Elementary:
Hazel Chambers (4th grade)
Lincolnton High:
Joshua Scott (12th grade) playing in orchestra
West Lincoln High:
Ben Philbeck (12th grade) playing in orchestra
Annie is directed by Joanna Underwood and stars Neil Underwood (retired LCS teachers). You will also see Don Peach (retired LCS teacher) in the orchestra pit. West Lincoln Middle School's rising 8th grader, Sadie Philbeck, is starring as Annie.
You can catch Annie on the following dates:
June 25, 26, 27 @ 7:00pm
June 27 @ 2:00pm
June 28 @ 3:00pm
The show will be at the James Warren Citizen Center in Lincolnton.
Tickets available at the Lincoln Cultural Center during business hours
OR
by reserving at lincolntg.booktix.com
ALL SEATS GENERAL SEATING
West Lincoln Middle:
Sadie Philbeck (8th grader)
Sawyer Bolton (7th grader)
Mary Yoder (6th grader)
Lincolnton Middle:
Lorelai Crocker-Heglar (7th grade)
North Lincoln Middle:
Morgan Lawing (8th grader)
Quinn Harrison
Lily Queen (7th grade)
Lola Wiseman (6th grade)
Catawba Springs Elementary:
Ava Lineberger (5th grade)
Battleground Elementary:
Airyana Torrence (5th grade)
North Brook Elementary:
Hazel Chambers (4th grade)
Lincolnton High:
Joshua Scott (12th grade) playing in orchestra
West Lincoln High:
Ben Philbeck (12th grade) playing in orchestra
Still Serving: Mrs. Emily Evans
When summer arrives, many teachers take a well-deserved break from the daily routines of the classroom. But for some educators, the work of helping students learn continues long after the final school bell rings.
As part of our Still Serving summer series, we're highlighting the dedicated employees who continue making a difference throughout the summer months. Today, we're featuring Mrs. Emily Evans.
Mrs. Evans describes her job as both rewarding and purposeful, helping students develop the foundational skills they need to succeed.
While summer offers a change of pace, it certainly isn't a season of slowing down. Mrs. Evans spends her summer preparing for the upcoming school year by cleaning, organizing, and planning for her students' success. She also teaches summer school, tutors students, and works with children through the YMCA.
"Summer allows me to stay productive while still enjoying a more flexible schedule and extra time with my family," she shared.
Although she continues teaching during the summer months, Mrs. Evans appreciates the opportunity for slower mornings, personal reading, and accomplishing projects at home while maintaining her commitment to students.
For Mrs. Evans, the most rewarding part of teaching is seeing student growth firsthand.
"The best part of my job is watching students grow in their reading skills. I love seeing their faces light up when they successfully read something or accomplish a goal they once thought was too difficult."
Those moments of confidence, achievement, and pride are what make the work worthwhile.
While school may be out, Mrs. Evans is still serving—helping students build skills, confidence, and a love of learning all summer long.
#WeAreLINCOLN #StillServing
When summer arrives, many teachers take a well-deserved break from the daily routines of the classroom. But for some educators, the work of helping students learn continues long after the final school bell rings.
As part of our Still Serving summer series, we're highlighting the dedicated employees who continue making a difference throughout the summer months. Today, we're featuring Mrs. Emily Evans.
Mrs. Evans describes her job as both rewarding and purposeful, helping students develop the foundational skills they need to succeed.
While summer offers a change of pace, it certainly isn't a season of slowing down. Mrs. Evans spends her summer preparing for the upcoming school year by cleaning, organizing, and planning for her students' success. She also teaches summer school, tutors students, and works with children through the YMCA.
"Summer allows me to stay productive while still enjoying a more flexible schedule and extra time with my family," she shared.
Although she continues teaching during the summer months, Mrs. Evans appreciates the opportunity for slower mornings, personal reading, and accomplishing projects at home while maintaining her commitment to students.
For Mrs. Evans, the most rewarding part of teaching is seeing student growth firsthand.
"The best part of my job is watching students grow in their reading skills. I love seeing their faces light up when they successfully read something or accomplish a goal they once thought was too difficult."
Those moments of confidence, achievement, and pride are what make the work worthwhile.
While school may be out, Mrs. Evans is still serving—helping students build skills, confidence, and a love of learning all summer long.
#WeAreLINCOLN #StillServing
earning doesn't stop when summer begins.
This week, teachers and administrators from Pumpkin Center Primary School and Catawba Springs Elementary are spending part of their summer at the Leader in Me Summit in Wilmington, collaborating with educators from across the country, sharing ideas, and learning new strategies to strengthen leadership, culture, and student success.
Professional learning opportunities like these allow our educators to bring back fresh ideas, build meaningful connections, and continue growing together as leaders. Their commitment to learning during the summer reflects their dedication to providing the very best experience for our students each school year.
We're proud of these teams for investing in themselves so they can continue investing in our students.
#WeAreLINCOLN #LeaderInMe
This week, teachers and administrators from Pumpkin Center Primary School and Catawba Springs Elementary are spending part of their summer at the Leader in Me Summit in Wilmington, collaborating with educators from across the country, sharing ideas, and learning new strategies to strengthen leadership, culture, and student success.
Professional learning opportunities like these allow our educators to bring back fresh ideas, build meaningful connections, and continue growing together as leaders. Their commitment to learning during the summer reflects their dedication to providing the very best experience for our students each school year.
We're proud of these teams for investing in themselves so they can continue investing in our students.
#WeAreLINCOLN #LeaderInMe
Today, we got a firsthand look at the Automotive Summer Camp at Lincoln County School of Technology, where students weren't just learning about cars—they were getting their hands dirty.
Campers practiced real-world automotive skills such as changing oil, rotating and replacing tires, and learning the importance of proper vehicle maintenance under the guidance of experienced instructors. These hands-on experiences help students build confidence and problem-solving skills and introduce them to exciting career opportunities in the automotive industry.
Summer learning doesn't have to happen behind a desk. At LCST, students are exploring careers, developing practical skills, and discovering what they enjoy—all while having fun.
We can't wait to see what the rest of our summer campers accomplish!
#WeAreLINCOLN #CareerReady
Campers practiced real-world automotive skills such as changing oil, rotating and replacing tires, and learning the importance of proper vehicle maintenance under the guidance of experienced instructors. These hands-on experiences help students build confidence and problem-solving skills and introduce them to exciting career opportunities in the automotive industry.
Summer learning doesn't have to happen behind a desk. At LCST, students are exploring careers, developing practical skills, and discovering what they enjoy—all while having fun.
We can't wait to see what the rest of our summer campers accomplish!
#WeAreLINCOLN #CareerReady
Get ready for a great start to the 2026-27 school year at West Fest 2026!
Join us on Saturday, August 8, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at West Lincoln Middle School for a morning of free resources, community support, and back-to-school preparation for students and families.
Available resources include:
• Haircuts
• School supplies
• Backpacks
• Clothing
• Groceries
• Food and more
Students from North Brook Elementary, Norris S. Childers Elementary, Love Memorial Elementary, Union Elementary, West Lincoln Middle, and West Lincoln High are invited to attend.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP and help us prepare for your visit.
We look forward to seeing you there as we kick off another great school year together.
#WeAreLINCOLN #WestFest2026
Join us on Saturday, August 8, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at West Lincoln Middle School for a morning of free resources, community support, and back-to-school preparation for students and families.
Available resources include:
• Haircuts
• School supplies
• Backpacks
• Clothing
• Groceries
• Food and more
Students from North Brook Elementary, Norris S. Childers Elementary, Love Memorial Elementary, Union Elementary, West Lincoln Middle, and West Lincoln High are invited to attend.
Scan the QR code on the flyer to RSVP and help us prepare for your visit.
We look forward to seeing you there as we kick off another great school year together.
#WeAreLINCOLN #WestFest2026
Behind every summer meal is a team working hard to make sure no child goes without.
A huge thank you to our incredible Child Nutrition staff across the district, who are keeping our Summer Feeding Program running smoothly despite the summer heat. From organizing meals to directing traffic, they have created an impressive pickup system that keeps the car line moving efficiently so families can quickly get the meals they need.
We're also grateful to Lowe's of Lincolnton for providing a discount on the storage bins that help keep everything organized and ready for distribution. Community partnerships like this make a real difference.
Thank you to everyone who is helping nourish our students this summer. We appreciate your hard work, dedication, and commitment to serving Lincoln County families.
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSChildNutrition
A huge thank you to our incredible Child Nutrition staff across the district, who are keeping our Summer Feeding Program running smoothly despite the summer heat. From organizing meals to directing traffic, they have created an impressive pickup system that keeps the car line moving efficiently so families can quickly get the meals they need.
We're also grateful to Lowe's of Lincolnton for providing a discount on the storage bins that help keep everything organized and ready for distribution. Community partnerships like this make a real difference.
Thank you to everyone who is helping nourish our students this summer. We appreciate your hard work, dedication, and commitment to serving Lincoln County families.
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSChildNutrition
ATTENTION MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS!
Have an idea for an app?
The 2026 Congressional App Challenge is now open to middle and high school students in North Carolina's 10th Congressional District.
Students can compete individually or as part of a team to create an original app using any programming language and on any platform. Whether your idea helps your community, solves a problem, teaches a skill, or simply makes life easier, this is your opportunity to bring it to life.
The winning app will earn congressional recognition and be showcased nationally.
Submissions are due October 26, 2026, so summer is the perfect time to start building.
Visit the link (congressionalappchallenge.us/students/) or scan the QR code to learn more about eligibility, rules, and how to enter.
#WeAreLINCOLN #STEMEducation
Have an idea for an app?
The 2026 Congressional App Challenge is now open to middle and high school students in North Carolina's 10th Congressional District.
Students can compete individually or as part of a team to create an original app using any programming language and on any platform. Whether your idea helps your community, solves a problem, teaches a skill, or simply makes life easier, this is your opportunity to bring it to life.
The winning app will earn congressional recognition and be showcased nationally.
Submissions are due October 26, 2026, so summer is the perfect time to start building.
Visit the link (congressionalappchallenge.us/students/) or scan the QR code to learn more about eligibility, rules, and how to enter.
#WeAreLINCOLN #STEMEducation
Come see us tomorrow!
#WeAreLINCOLN #SummerFeeding
#WeAreLINCOLN #SummerFeeding
We’re looking for caring, dependable people to make a difference in Lincoln County Schools next year as substitute teachers.
Whether you’re retired, a college student, working part-time, or simply looking for a flexible way to support students, substitute teaching is a great opportunity to stay connected, give back, and help our schools thrive.
As a substitute, every day is different — but every day matters. From greeting students in the morning to helping keep learning moving forward, substitutes play an important role in the success of our classrooms.
Flexible schedules.
Meaningful work.
A chance to impact students across Lincoln County.
Apply today:
https://tinyurl.com/3c3h7t7v
#NowHiring #WeAreLINCOLN
Whether you’re retired, a college student, working part-time, or simply looking for a flexible way to support students, substitute teaching is a great opportunity to stay connected, give back, and help our schools thrive.
As a substitute, every day is different — but every day matters. From greeting students in the morning to helping keep learning moving forward, substitutes play an important role in the success of our classrooms.
Flexible schedules.
Meaningful work.
A chance to impact students across Lincoln County.
Apply today:
https://tinyurl.com/3c3h7t7v
#NowHiring #WeAreLINCOLN
Drive the Route. Change a Life.
Lincoln County Schools is looking for Teacher Assistants/School Bus Drivers and Substitute Bus Drivers to help us safely transport students to and from school each day.
Whether you're looking for a rewarding career or a meaningful way to serve your community, driving a school bus offers the opportunity to make a difference every single day.
Training available
Multiple openings across the district
Supportive team environment
Help students start and end their day safely
Our next Bus Driver Training Class is August 24–26.
Visit the Transportation page to learn more and register for the upcoming class: https://www.lcsnc.org/page/transportation
Every great school day starts with a safe ride. Join the team that keeps Lincoln County moving.
#WeAreLINCOLN #DriveTheFuture
Lincoln County Schools is looking for Teacher Assistants/School Bus Drivers and Substitute Bus Drivers to help us safely transport students to and from school each day.
Whether you're looking for a rewarding career or a meaningful way to serve your community, driving a school bus offers the opportunity to make a difference every single day.
Training available
Multiple openings across the district
Supportive team environment
Help students start and end their day safely
Our next Bus Driver Training Class is August 24–26.
Visit the Transportation page to learn more and register for the upcoming class: https://www.lcsnc.org/page/transportation
Every great school day starts with a safe ride. Join the team that keeps Lincoln County moving.
#WeAreLINCOLN #DriveTheFuture
Your next opportunity is on the horizon!
Lincoln County Schools is currently hiring for a variety of positions across the district. Whether you're an experienced educator, looking to support students in a new way, or interested in coaching, we may have a place for you on our team.
Current openings include:
• Chorus Teacher (split between West Lincoln Middle and Lincolnton Middle)
• Student Support Interventionist at Lincolnton High School
• Men's JV Basketball Head Coach at West Lincoln High School
• Social Studies Teacher at Lincolnton Middle School
• NC Education Corps Tutor at Love Memorial Elementary School
Join a district committed to helping students succeed and making a difference in our community every day.
Apply online today:
https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/
#NowHiring #WeAreLINCOLN
Lincoln County Schools is currently hiring for a variety of positions across the district. Whether you're an experienced educator, looking to support students in a new way, or interested in coaching, we may have a place for you on our team.
Current openings include:
• Chorus Teacher (split between West Lincoln Middle and Lincolnton Middle)
• Student Support Interventionist at Lincolnton High School
• Men's JV Basketball Head Coach at West Lincoln High School
• Social Studies Teacher at Lincolnton Middle School
• NC Education Corps Tutor at Love Memorial Elementary School
Join a district committed to helping students succeed and making a difference in our community every day.
Apply online today:
https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/
#NowHiring #WeAreLINCOLN
FOUND!
The Week 3 prize bag sponsored by Sennebogen and LEDA has officially been claimed at Rock Springs Elementary School! Congratulations to our winner for solving the clues and tracking down this week's hidden prize.
Now for the history behind the hunt...
Did you know Rock Springs Elementary traces its roots back more than 150 years?
Before Denver was Denver, it was known as Dry Pond. In the 1870s, two branch lines of the Seaboard Railroad crossed there, creating a boom in business, growth, and opportunity. As the community expanded, residents decided "Dry Pond" deserved a more ambitious name and renamed the area Denver.
One of the community's most significant investments was Rock Springs Seminary, a two-story academy built in 1873. Under the leadership of educator D. Matt Thompson, the school attracted students from across the region and quickly became a center of learning for eastern Lincoln County.
In 1923, Rock Springs Seminary became Rock Springs High School following the passage of a county bond that expanded educational opportunities for local children.
By 1925, the school had earned state accreditation and would go on to produce graduates who served in leadership roles across North Carolina and beyond.
Over the next century, the campus evolved alongside the rapidly growing Denver community. The school added classrooms, a gymnasium, satellite campuses, and new facilities as enrollment surged. After a devastating fire destroyed a classroom building in 1994, plans for a new school accelerated, leading to the opening of the current Rock Springs Elementary facility in 1996. Another expansion followed in 2009 to accommodate continued growth.
Through every chapter of its history—from seminary to high school to elementary school—Rock Springs has remained at the center of the Denver community. In many ways, the story of Rock Springs is the story of Denver itself.
Current Information for Rock Springs Elementary:
Enrollment: 650
Principal: Mr. Brian Palmer
Thank you to everyone who participated in this week's scavenger hunt. Stay tuned for our next "Where in LCS is this?" challenge!
#WeAreLINCOLN #WhereInLCS
The Week 3 prize bag sponsored by Sennebogen and LEDA has officially been claimed at Rock Springs Elementary School! Congratulations to our winner for solving the clues and tracking down this week's hidden prize.
Now for the history behind the hunt...
Did you know Rock Springs Elementary traces its roots back more than 150 years?
Before Denver was Denver, it was known as Dry Pond. In the 1870s, two branch lines of the Seaboard Railroad crossed there, creating a boom in business, growth, and opportunity. As the community expanded, residents decided "Dry Pond" deserved a more ambitious name and renamed the area Denver.
One of the community's most significant investments was Rock Springs Seminary, a two-story academy built in 1873. Under the leadership of educator D. Matt Thompson, the school attracted students from across the region and quickly became a center of learning for eastern Lincoln County.
In 1923, Rock Springs Seminary became Rock Springs High School following the passage of a county bond that expanded educational opportunities for local children.
By 1925, the school had earned state accreditation and would go on to produce graduates who served in leadership roles across North Carolina and beyond.
Over the next century, the campus evolved alongside the rapidly growing Denver community. The school added classrooms, a gymnasium, satellite campuses, and new facilities as enrollment surged. After a devastating fire destroyed a classroom building in 1994, plans for a new school accelerated, leading to the opening of the current Rock Springs Elementary facility in 1996. Another expansion followed in 2009 to accommodate continued growth.
Through every chapter of its history—from seminary to high school to elementary school—Rock Springs has remained at the center of the Denver community. In many ways, the story of Rock Springs is the story of Denver itself.
Current Information for Rock Springs Elementary:
Enrollment: 650
Principal: Mr. Brian Palmer
Thank you to everyone who participated in this week's scavenger hunt. Stay tuned for our next "Where in LCS is this?" challenge!
#WeAreLINCOLN #WhereInLCS
WHERE IN LCS IS THIS?
Week 3 is here!
Study the two photo clues and see if you can identify this mystery location connected to Lincoln County Schools. Hidden at the location is a black LCS drawstring bag filled with LCS swag and a special prize package from this week's sponsors, Sennebogen and LEDA.
The first person (or group) to find the bag gets to keep everything inside.
Found it? Here's what to do:
Take a selfie at the location holding the prize bag.
Email your photo to lcs-communications@lincoln.k12.nc.us.
We'll verify the winner and share your photo on our social media pages.
Once the prize has been claimed, we'll reveal the location and share some interesting history and facts about this special place in Lincoln County Schools.
To keep the challenge fair, comments have been turned off so no one can give away the answer.
Ready. Set. Go.
Thank you to Sennebogen and LEDA for sponsoring Week 3 of "Where in LCS is this?"
#WeAreLINCOLN #WhereInLCS
Happy Father’s Day to all of the dads, grandfathers, stepdads, father figures, and mentors who make a difference in the lives of Lincoln County students every day.
Whether you're cheering from the sidelines, helping with homework, attending school events, or simply being a steady source of encouragement, your support helps shape the future of our children and our community.
Today, we celebrate and thank the fathers of Lincoln County Schools for the countless ways you lead, guide, and inspire.
Happy Father’s Day! #WeAreLINCOLN #FathersDay
Whether you're cheering from the sidelines, helping with homework, attending school events, or simply being a steady source of encouragement, your support helps shape the future of our children and our community.
Today, we celebrate and thank the fathers of Lincoln County Schools for the countless ways you lead, guide, and inspire.
Happy Father’s Day! #WeAreLINCOLN #FathersDay
