MIDDLE SCHOOL SOFTBALL TRYOUT MAKE-UP DATE
June 4th • 3:15 - 5:00 PM
LES Faculty Walking Competition
Throughout the month, our LES Health Council hosted a Walking Competition for our faculty and staff. Together, they walked over 4.5 million steps!
Congratulations to our overall winner, Amy Slone, who logged an impressive 382,427 steps! Amy was awarded a YMCA gym membership and a speaker, generously donated by the YMCA.
We’re also excited to celebrate our category winners, each receiving a $25 gift card donated by our PTO:
🏅 Stephanie Neely
🏅 Tabatha Weeks
🏅 Melissa Hill
🏅 Brady Cairns
🏅 Machelle Howard
🏅 Ginger Brown
Summer Reading Fun
Looking for something fun and educational this summer? Check out the June reading activities at our local public library!
That's a Wrap!
We closed out the school year yesterday with smiles, laughter, and lots of memories. Thanks for a great year, LES!
DORES WIN! DORES WIN!
Your Lafayette Commodores are the 2025 5A Baseball State Champions. They won the series 2-0 over South Jones and 9-6 in game two.
Flashback to a Fantastic Event
Even though the last day of school was today, we couldn't let the year end without highlighting a special moment — the first annual LES QUEST Living Wax Museum!
A few weeks ago, families and friends toured the museum as students brought historical figures to life, sharing facts and stories in character.
Great job to all our QUEST students for making history come alive!
LES Flashback to Monday
Our elementary students wrapped up a fantastic year with a fun-filled Field Day, proudly sponsored by the LES PTO.
Thank you to all the volunteers and PTO members who made this celebration possible — it was the perfect way to end the school year!
LMS Cooks Up Some Fun!
Our LEAD 1 students wrapped up the year with their much-anticipated cooking lessons. They learned to read recipes, measure ingredients accurately, and safely use kitchen appliances.
From mastering the 4 types of eggs to making homemade pizzas and chocolate chip cookies, these students showed off some serious culinary skills!
YOU DID IT!
Congratulations to our 6th graders on completing their time as elementary students and promoting to secondary school. Way to be Anchord To Excellence!
📸: Bailee Joslin & Emily Tovar for CMG
IT'S ON!
The Fleet is headed to Pearl at Trusmark Park for a chance at the 5A state title. You can listen to the broadcast with Josh Guest and Ronnie Williams on Q105.1 or https//lafco.live brought to you by Hunter's Hollow.
Pay-Per-View broadcast is on NFHSNetwork.com
LUES Field Day
A big thank you to Coach Scruggs and all the amazing volunteers for making last Friday’s Field Day a great success for our 3rd–6th grade students! It was a day full of fun, teamwork, and smiles!
Action Art
LES Art students wrap up another year of Artist Studies with Ms. Amy in a fun way... slinging paint like Jackson Pollock! Students across the grades collaborated to create beautiful works of action art!
Student Achievement
Congratulations to Gavyn Leary, Conner Leary, and Caroline West for representing our district at the NWCC Day of Percussion. They performed a 20-minute concert for festival attendees.
Well done on this outstanding accomplishment!
Happy Speech Pathologist Day!
Today, we celebrate the work of our speech-language pathologists who make a powerful impact every day. Whether helping students find their voice, improve communication, or build confidence, their dedication is truly unmatched.
Thank you for the care and expertise you bring to our school community.
CLASS OF 2025
You woke up graduates! Congratulations on your new rank. Sail on, Commodores.
CLASS OF 2025
Rounding out the final honors are Nicholas Thompson and Zaylen Booker as the recipients of the Charles Buford and Commodore Awards.
These awards are given to the senior that best exemplifies the excellence of character and the Commodore spirit.
CLASS OF 2025
It's the eve of our high school graduation, and tonight we honor the 2025 Hall of Fame. Congratulations to the following eight Commodores on their outstanding achievements throughout their high school careers.
LES Parent of the Year - Mrs. Toni Ewing
Mrs. Ewing is a vital member of our PTO, helping the organization raise thousands of dollars to enhance the educational experience of our students and provide occasional treats for students and teachers. She is most recognized for her coordination of the monthly Sunshine Cart. We are grateful to have Mrs. Ewing as an LES parent.
LUES Parent of the Year- Mrs. Heather Humphries
Mrs. Humphries is a familiar and valued part of the LUES community. A former teacher, she now supports our school as a long-term substitute and is always willing to help wherever needed. She’s jumped in on many occasions, including big projects like the 3rd Grade Titanic Project. We appreciate her continued dedication and support for our students and staff.
LMS Parent of the Year- Mrs. Sara Nowell
Mrs. Nowell is always willing to lend a helping hand at LMS. She cares deeply—not only about her own children, but about the success and well-being of all students at LMS. Her positive attitude, willingness to help, and genuine support do not go unnoticed. We are truly grateful to have Mrs. Nowell as a part of our school community!
LHS Parent of the Year- Mrs. Leigh Norris
Mrs. Norris has played an instrumental role in supporting our school community. From coordinating meals and thoughtful gestures for our teachers to organizing the trailer of merchandise sold at football games, her commitment has been invaluable. We deeply appreciate her dedication!
LHS Choir Presentation
Our middle school students had a fantastic time enjoying a special presentation from the LHS Choir this week. The high school performers gave a preview of what the choir program is all about.
Glow, Grow, and Go! 6th Grade Shines During State Test Prep!
Our 6th-grade students have been gearing up for state assessments with creativity and fun.
Dr. Priest’s math classes lit up the room with a Glow Day Escape Room, where students worked through five exciting challenges under black lights—putting their math skills to the test in a fun and engaging way.
Meanwhile, Ms. Liberti, Ms. Bruno, and Ms. Pittman’s ELA classes helped students kick off testing with a “Smart Water Station,” reminding everyone to Stay Sharp and Drink Smart as they hydrated their way through last week’s ELA tests.
Next up: Math testing today! Let’s cheer on our students as they finish strong.
