CONGRATULATIONS to our LCSD Employees of the Month for March!
Celebrating World Autism Awareness Day
Yesterday, we proudly recognized World Autism Awareness Day across our schools where our students and staff showed their support through activities, learning, and wearing blue!
Let's continue to celebrate the unique strengths of every individual and promote acceptance, understanding, and kindness every day.
A Special Author Visit at Lafayette Elementary!
We were honored to welcome local author and illustrator Brandall Laughlin to Lafayette Elementary School, where she shared her delightful book, "Do Butterflies Make Butter?"—a story inspired by her son, Walker.
Mrs. Slone's art classes took this experience to the next level by creating projects based on the book’s illustrations. Students enjoyed spotting the hidden tractor on each page while exploring the global journeys of butterflies. They connected their Van Gogh-inspired mural in our school hallway to the book’s sunflower artwork.
This collaboration was a heartfelt tribute to Brandall, her son, and the wonderful story she has shared with the world. And after much discussion, our students officially decided—yes, butterflies DO make butter!
Thank you, Brandall Laughlin, for your visit!
LEAD2 Students Inspire Young Readers!
Ms. Smith’s LEAD2 classes at LMS celebrated Read Across America by reading to kindergarten and 1st-grade students!
This collaboration gave our older students the chance to mentor and be positive role models while sharing their love for reading. Watching the joy and excitement on the younger students’ faces reminds us of the power of literacy and the impact of student leadership.
WE ARE HIRING!
We are seeking dedicated and enthusiastic educators.
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We are grateful to the Lafayette County Literacy Council for visiting as part of the Children's Book Festival! Our 1st graders enjoyed a reading session and received a copy of "Rocket Puppies" by William Joyce.
They are looking forward to meeting the author tomorrow! Thank you for inspiring a love of reading in our students!
Thank You for Celebrating Read Across America with Us!
What an incredible week of reading, fun, and community spirit! From Spirit Days to Guest Readers and the exciting search for Thing 1 and Thing 2 at LES, we loved seeing our students and families come together to celebrate the joy of reading!
A huge THANK YOU to our families, volunteers, and community members for making this week so special. Your support helps us inspire a love for reading in our students that will last a lifetime!
IMPORTANT UPDATE
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Book Blast Celebration at LES!
Last Friday, February 28th, our LES students had an unforgettable Book Blast Celebration! After a fun-filled dance party and an exciting countdown, students opened their bags to reveal brand-new books to enjoy.
With nearly 5,000 books sent home, our Little Commodores are building their very own home libraries! We love seeing the joy and excitement of reading grow in our students.
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this event possible!
Calling all artists!!!
INCLEMENT WEATHER ANNOUNCEMENT for February 19, 2025
Due to inclement weather in our area, Lafayette Schools will operate on a two-hour delay Wednesday, February 19, 2025.
Please stay weather-aware and follow your local weather stations & Lafayette County Emergency Management for up-to-date information.
Possible Inclement Weather Announcement
The Mississippi Reads One Book event began this week. Each student received a book to take home and read with their family. We are grateful for LOU and their sponsorship. This event is for Pre-K through 3rd grade.
The Lafayette County School District values your input as we plan for the 2025-2026 school year. Please take a few moments to complete the Federal Programs Comprehensive Needs Assessment survey, which will be open until Tuesday, February 25. Your feedback is essential in helping us strengthen our district for the success of our students. Thank you for your time and support!
Parent Survey link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FY26CNAParents-Community
LES Dental Hygiene Visit
Mrs. Parker's first-grade class at LES had a special guest—one of our student's moms—who came to share valuable tips on dental hygiene! The students learned about the best foods for their teeth and which ones to avoid for a healthy smile! Thank you to our guest for sharing such important information with our young learners!
PARENTS' NIGHT OUT
Join us for Parents' Night Out – a fun and relaxing evening while your kids enjoy a special event at school. It’s the perfect chance for some well-deserved time to yourselves!
📅 Date & Time: Friday, February 14 from 6:00-9:00
📍 Location: LMS Gym
Use the QR code or click https://forms.gle/f5hZTanJhynCVxLk8 to register today! We can’t wait to see you there!
CONGRATULATIONS to our LCSD Employees of the Month for January!
Mind-In-The-Making: Our final installment of the series will be this Thursday evening, February 6, at LES. Dinner will begin at 5:30 in the foyer/gym, and the meeting will follow at 6:00 in the school library. This has been an exciting series with good engagement. Thanks to everyone who has taken part in this series. We look forward to seeing you and any newcomers on Thursday evening. Please be sure to RSVP if you plan to attend so that in addition to the session, we can be prepared to serve you a meal, provide a gift card, and care for your children if needed. https://forms.gle/s5z3Gie751uYAuL28
LES Book Blast Update
Ava Riley Griffin (Kindergarten) won our Epic Treasure Chest giveaway! This is our first big prize with our Book Blast. We have four treasure chests stuffed with cash to give away in the next few days. Sign up today! https://app.booksarefun.com/LafayetteES38655/my_progress
