Our 2nd graders continue to enjoy Open Gym!
We love seeing our students and staff come together to support one another and celebrate what makes each person special.
MISSISSIPPI READS ONE BOOK
Mississippi Reads One Book kicked off this week! We are excited that all of our PK-3 students will receive a book to take home and read each night with their families.
Pre-K and K students are reading Mercy Watson to the Rescue.
First, Second, and Third graders are reading Charlotte’s Web.
We would love to see your children enjoying the books at home! Post pictures in the comments!
Happy Reading!
The fun is still going strong at LES as we celebrate Read Across America Week! Students have been enjoying dress-up days, special guest readers, and plenty of time to celebrate the love of reading.
Thank you to everyone who helped make this week special for our students. We love seeing our Commodores celebrate the joy of reading!
Our students wrapped up their very own Winter Olympic Games during PE. Events included bobsledding, curling, hockey, mogul skiing, ski jumping, snowboarding, speed skating, and even a torch relay.
WELCOME TO THE LES FAMILY
On Tuesday, February 17, the Lafayette County School Board voted to hire Lee Gray as the principal of Lafayette Elementary School. Mr. Gray will join the administrative staff effective July 1, 2026.
Gray received a Bachelor of Science from Mississippi State University and a Master of Education in Administration and Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University. He has 15 years of experience as an educator within the Lafayette County, Marshall County, Tate County, and Water Valley school districts.
He joins us after serving for 2 years as Head Principal at Davidson Elementary in Water Valley.
Thank you to the Oxford Garden Club for visiting Mrs. Porter’s 1st grade class and helping students make bird feeders. Our first graders are taking them home to help feed the birds and share a little kindness in their own backyards!
After the ice storm break, we’re excited to welcome our students back to school tomorrow and help them settle back into their routines.
Before the break, Ms. Sicks’ 2nd grade class made learning a little s’more fun—using s’more-themed activities to explore measurement and adjectives, then celebrating their hard work with a sweet treat!
We can’t wait to see our students back in classrooms filled with learning and smiles.
Holiday Cheer Across Our Schools
LHS Choir spread holiday cheer by caroling through our elementary schools, while the LHS Band percussion group welcomed students with festive rhythms. We’re proud of our students for sharing their talents and brightening the season!
SPECIAL EDUCATION DAY
Today, we celebrate Special Education Day and thank our dedicated faculty who empower Commodores with diverse learning needs. We’re grateful for our educators and staff who make a difference every day!
The LES and LUES Librarians met Santa at the LES Scholastic Book Fair yesterday! Family Night is Tuesday, December 2, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Santa will be unable to attend, as he needs to prepare for the Christmas parade. However, come join the fun before you go!
LES BOOK FAIR & MEET SANTA
Join us Sunday from 2-4 at the LES Library!
LCSD will be closed from November 24 through November 28 for the Thanksgiving Break Holiday. Classes will resume on Monday, December 1.
Mrs. Threlkeld’s first-grade class celebrated a Thanksgiving feast after learning about the Pilgrims, Native Americans, and the first Thanksgiving. Students enjoyed a tasty meal and had fun creating simple costumes to bring their lessons to life.
Ms. Buesseler’s first-grade class at LES explored adjectives in a delicious way! Students practiced using descriptive words while enjoying ice cream and sharing all the ways they could describe it.
