Lincoln County Schools, NC

10/30/2026

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Congratulations to Jaxon Dollar as he has been named the 2026 WSOC TV Big 22 football player of the year. This is a huge accomplishment and recognition for Jaxon. Although we have had past players up for this award Jaxon is the first recipient in school history. CONGRATULATIONS young man, well deserved. GO MUSTANGS!

10/30/2026

National Principals Month: Principal Spotlight – Mrs. Jordan Beam, S. Ray Lowder Elementary!

It's the FINAL day of National Principals Month, and last but certainly not least, we're celebrating Mrs. Jordan Beam of S. Ray Lowder Elementary! What better way to wrap up a month of recognizing our incredible school leaders than by shining the spotlight on one more?

With more than 13 years of experience in education as both a classroom teacher and assistant principal, Mrs. Beam is now in her second year leading the Lowder Lions! She's passionate about building strong relationships with students, staff, and families and continuing to make S. Ray Lowder a wonderful place to learn and work.

What's in Mrs. Beam's Principal Starter Kit?

Coffee to get the day started, Chapstick because it's an everyday essential, and her cell phone to keep up with all things Lowder! But three of her most important essentials aren't things you can buy: laughter to make even the busiest days a little brighter, hugs because sometimes that's exactly what a student (or teacher!) needs, and her assistant principal, Mrs. Davis!

Because when you're leading a school full of Lions, a great leadership partner, a good laugh, and a few hugs can go a long way!

Thank you, Mrs. Beam, for your heart for students, your positive leadership, and the love you pour into the Lowder community every day!

As we close out National Principals Month, we also want to extend one final THANK YOU to all 23 of our Lincoln County Schools principals! Your leadership, dedication, and commitment to students make a difference every single day. We appreciate you!

10/30/2026

ELECTION DAY REMINDER!

Tuesday, November 3, 2026, is Election Day, and there will be NO SCHOOL for Lincoln County Schools students.

All Lincoln County Schools school sites are used as polling locations, so our buildings will be welcoming voters throughout the day.

We encourage everyone to exercise their right to vote and remind families that students will not report to school on Tuesday.

10/29/2026

BE HERE Day has its perks!

Thanks to our partnership with the Charlotte Hornets, students who were present at school on October 27 for BE HERE Day have a special surprise headed their way!

Families of students who were in attendance should be on the lookout for an email from the Charlotte Hornets TOMORROW MORNING with details about an exclusive discounted ticket offer!

Don't see the email? Be sure to check your spam or junk folder! If your child was present on BE HERE Day and you do not receive an email, please contact your school's data manager to verify that your email address is correct in Infinite Campus.

We are excited to celebrate our students for showing up and making every school day count. Who's ready for some Hornets basketball?

BE HERE to GET HERE!

10/29/2026

Lincoln County Schools was honored to welcome North Carolina State Superintendent Maurice “Mo” Green to our district today!

During his visit to North Lincoln High School, Superintendent Green enjoyed student-led tours, connected with teachers, and stepped inside classrooms to see teaching and learning in action.

He also had the opportunity to hear directly from students and principals representing Battleground Elementary, West Lincoln High School Authorized Page, East Lincoln Middle School, and North Lincoln High Authorized, gaining insight into the experiences, successes, and opportunities across our district.

We are grateful to Superintendent Green for taking the time to visit, listen, and see firsthand the incredible things happening in Lincoln County Schools. A special thank you to our student tour guides, student representatives, principals, Board of Education members, Heather Rhyne for N.C. House, and teachers who helped showcase what makes LCS special!

Learn. Lead. Thrive.


NC Public Schools

10/29/2026

National Principals Month: Principal Spotlight – Mrs. Kelly Withrow, Battleground Elementary!

Today, we're celebrating Mrs. Kelly Withrow of Battleground Elementary!

With 27 years in education, Mrs. Withrow has dedicated her career to helping students and educators recognize their strengths and reach their full potential. Now in her fourth year leading Battleground, she believes great leadership means empowering others and creating a school where everyone feels valued and supported. In 2025, she was named both Lincoln County Principal of the Year and Southwest Regional Principal of the Year, honors she proudly credits to her entire school community!

What's in Mrs. Withrow's Principal Starter Kit?

Her notebook to keep track of everything happening at Battleground, her walkie-talkie and cell phone to stay connected, and a red Gatorade to keep her going through those busy school days!

But the most important part of her starter kit isn't something you can buy. It's something her students hear her say all the time: "If no one has told you today, Mrs. Withrow loves you."

And that says everything you need to know about the kind of principal she is. Behind the notebooks, phone calls, and never-ending to-do lists is a leader who makes sure her students know they matter.

Thank you, Mrs. Withrow, for leading with love, recognizing the best in others, and making Battleground a place where students and staff feel valued every single day!

10/28/2026

Congratulations!

2026 5A STATE CHAMPIONS!! Our girls golf team has put together an unforgettable season: 2026 WFAC champs, 2026 5A Western Regional champs and now the 2026 5A State champs. This team state championship is a first in school history. Special congrats to the back to back 5A individual state champion sophomore Kennedy Gallentine. Also, the 5A state runner up is our very own freshman Sloan McKinney. Congratulations to Coach Hancock all of the girls, we are all so proud of you. GO MUSTANGS!

10/28/2026

LOOK AROUND LINCOLN COUNTY SCHOOLS!

Sometimes the best moments in our schools happen during the everyday routines! This week, we're taking you inside classrooms, cafeterias, hallways, and even a book fair for a glimpse of life across LCS!

Learning from One Another at Pumpkin Center Intermediate School! We stopped by Ms. Masters' math classroom as part of our Iron Sharpens Iron program, which gives teachers opportunities to visit one another's classrooms, share ideas, and learn from the great things happening across our district. When teachers learn from teachers, students benefit!

Lunchtime at Norris S. Childers Elementary School! We caught a glimpse of the cafeteria during lunch, where students were enjoying time with friends and their School Resource Officer was right there among them. Building positive relationships with students is an important part of creating safe, supportive schools!

Making Moves at Love Memorial Elementary! A walk through the hallways during class transitions gave us a look at the routines that keep a school day running smoothly. There's a lot of learning that happens between the bells, too!

Booked at Lincolnton Middle School! The book fair was bringing excitement to the library as students explored new titles and discovered their next great reads. There's nothing quite like finding a book you can't wait to open!

From meaningful instruction and professional collaboration to positive relationships and a love of reading, there's so much to see when you look around Lincoln County Schools!

10/28/2026

BE HERE DAY: The Results Are In!

Yesterday, Lincoln County Schools came together for our districtwide Be Here Day, and we're excited to celebrate our attendance leaders!

Congratulations to the schools with the highest attendance percentages at each level:

Elementary: Pumpkin Center Intermediate School – 97.83%

Middle: East Lincoln Middle School – 94.96%

High: West Lincoln High School Authorized Page – 95.39%

A special shoutout to Pumpkin Center Intermediate for earning the HIGHEST attendance percentage across the entire district!

Thank you to our students, families, and staff for making attendance a priority! Every day in school is an opportunity to learn, grow, connect, and succeed.

Be Here Day may be over, but our commitment to showing up continues all year long. Because every day matters!

Be Here to Get Here!

10/28/2026

National Principals Month: Principal Spotlight – Mrs. Pam Hoffman, Love Memorial Elementary

Today, we're celebrating Mrs. Pam Hoffman of Love Memorial Elementary!

A Lincoln County native and proud West Lincoln High School graduate, Mrs. Hoffman has spent her career serving the community she calls home! After 17 years teaching third and fourth grades at Union Elementary, she moved into administration at Lincolnton Middle before finding her way to Love Memorial, where she's now in her fifth year leading the Cardinals! Her years of classroom and leadership experience have given her a deep understanding of what it takes to support students, teachers, and families.

What's in Mrs. Hoffman's Principal Starter Kit?

Bath & Body Works Stress Relief lotion (because some days call for a little extra relaxation!), lip gloss to stay ready for whatever the day brings, and alkaline water to stay hydrated. But don't forget the Cheerwine, because sometimes water just isn't going to cut it!

Of course, she's also got her walkie-talkie to stay connected throughout the building and her cell phone for one very important reason: "Hey Siri!" Because when you're running an elementary school, sometimes you need an extra assistant, even if she's digital!

Thank you, Mrs. Hoffman, for your years of service to Lincoln County Schools, your dedication to the Love Memorial Cardinals, and the difference you continue to make in the lives of students and staff!