East Lincoln High School

Boys Volleyball home opener today!!! Don't miss out on our first game of the season! JV scrimmage at 5 and Varsity game following!!

Career & Technical Education had an exciting and action-packed February! 🎉

We loved welcoming the rising 9th graders from ELMS to campus for a tour and a glimpse into all the amazing opportunities we offer. From engaging, hands-on class activities to CTSO club field trip competitions, it was a month full of learning, laughter, and unforgettable experiences.

Take a look and see all the fun we’ve been having! 👏✨

EL athletics in action this week, hope to see you there. GO MUSTANGS!!

Our East Lincoln Men's Mustang Basketball team is heading to Jay M Robinson tonight for the 4th round of the NCHSAA 5A state playoffs. The winner will play for the 5A western regional championship at Lenoir Rhyne. Tip off is set for 7:00, doors will open at 6:00. Tickets are $12, https://gofan.co/event/6238634?schoolId=NC1186. Jay M Robinson has a NO BAG POLICY. Let's pack it out. GO MUSTANGS!!

Mustangs fans you don't want to miss this one. Both basketball teams hosting the 3rd rd of the state playoffs. Girls will tip off at 6:00 vs Forest Hills and our boys will follow against Crest. Tickets are $13 (price is set by the state) cash at the gate or through GoFan.co. Let's pack it out and cheer on these incredible student athletes. Hope to see you there, GO MUSTANGS!

Freshman/Sophomore students who are interested in a career in healthcare and the Health Academy will learn about opportunities in Practical Nursing, Medical Assisting, EMT–Paramedic, and Foundations of Healthcare, which can lead to a variety of health-related careers, including Medical Sonography, Physician Assistant, and Medical School pathways.
Grab your permission form from the main office to attend.

Let's GO. 2nd round of the 5A NCHSAA state playoffs and both your Mustang basketball teams are hosting. Girls will tip off at 6:00 with the boys game to follow. Tickets are $12 (this price is set by the state) cash at the gate or can be purchased on GoFan.co. EL season/sponsor/conference passes and teacher badges will NOT be accepted. Tarheel, NCHSAA media/admin and NCCA passes will be accepted. Let's pack it out and cheer on these great student athletes. Hope to see you there, GO MUSTANGS!

Attention Seniors!!!

Graduation is almost here. Make sure you don't miss these important dates. So mark your calendars, stay on top of deadlines and finish strong.

Make these last few weeks count!

This week in Leader in Me, students are continuing to dive into Habit 5 by focusing on Empathic listening and knowing your audience to better understand and lead.
Empathic listening is a level above attentive listening. When emotions are high or tension is present, it becomes the most powerful way to connect. It requires to truly understand another person’s feelings and perspective.
Habit 5 is an inside-out approach. By first seeking to understand others, students learn that they place themselves in a stronger position to be understood and to positively influence situations.

Encourage your teen this week by asking:
💬 “How can I better understand your perspective?”
👂 “What does empathic listening look like in your friendships?”

EL athletics in action this week. Best of luck to baseball, softball and soccer as they kick off their season. Boys and girls basketball will both be at home Thursday for the NCHSAA playoffs. Opponents will be determined after Tuesday's 1st rd games. Hope to see you there, GO MUSTANGS!

Our spring sports parent/guardian informational meeting will be on Tuesday, 2/24, 6:30 in the new gym. This is a mandatory meeting. If you cannot attend please set up a meeting with your individual coach. Any questions please contact your individual coach or contact athletic director Chris Matile, cmatile@lincoln.k12.nc.us. GO MUSTANGS!

Big night tonight as we wrap up the regular season. We will honor our basketball and cheer seniors, Coach Hancock for his 500+ wins and Coach Legrand for her induction into the LC sports hall of fame. Hope to see you there, GO MUSTANGS!!

Leader in Me – Habit 5 in Action!

This week, students are learning about Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood — the habit of good communication!

The most important skill in this habit? ✨ Attentive Listening.

Highly effective people don’t just wait for their turn to talk. They:
• Listen with their eyes 👀
• Listen with their ears 👂
• Listen with their heart ❤️
• Try to truly understand before responding

When students become attentive listeners, they build stronger friendships, solve problems more peacefully, and grow as leaders.

February is Career & Technical Education (CTE) Month, and we’re celebrating the incredible hands-on learning happening across our programs! 🎉

From OSHA safety certifications to teamwork buiding and ingredentients labs, our students are building real-world skills that prepare them for college, careers, and beyond.

We would like to congratulate Coach Deidra Legrand as she will be inducted into the Lincoln County sports hall of fame on 2/21. Coach Legrand has served as our head and assistant girls basketball coach as well as was a standout student athlete at East Lincoln high school and Belmont Abbey. We will recognize Coach Legrand at halftime of the boys game this Thursday night. Congrats Coach and well deserved. GO MUSTANGS!

Congratulations to Nicole, Zach and Sheven for qualifying for a chance to compete for the 5A NCHSAA individual wrestling state championship. Nicole will compete Thursday and Friday. Zach and Sheven will hit the mat Friday and Saturday. Best of luck to all three. GO MUSTANGS!

EL athletics in action this week. Good luck to all of our coaches and student athletes as spring sports kick off on Monday. Hope to see you there, GO MUSTANGS!

Huge congratulations to our very own Nicole Davidson who has brought home the NCHSAA 5A Western Regional championship in the 100 lb. weight class. Awesome job and best of luck at states, GO MUSTANGS!!

Seniors!! Purchase your prom tickets at a discounted rate this week!! See Mrs. Possert during lunch in room 1! Cash only! If bringing a guest from another school, please pick up your guest form. Guest tickets will not be sold unless guest has been approved. You may purchase guest tickets and 11th graders may begin purchasing starting Monday, February 16th. During LUNCH ONLY!

Boys season is here!!! Tryouts begin February 23rd 5:30-7!! Any questions, please see Mrs. Possert in room or email spossert@lincoln.k12.nc.us