Lexington City Schools
Lexington, NC I Home of the Jackets I Thrive in the Hive
🏫 Only two days until Open House!
Make plans to join us Thursday, August 6, to meet your teachers, explore classrooms, and get ready for a strong start to the 2026–2027 school year.
📍 Elementary Schools: 12:00–5:30 p.m.
📍 Lexington Middle School: 3:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Lexington Senior High School: 4:00–7:00 p.m.
We’ll see you Thursday, Jacket families!
One week until school starts!
Families of students entering kindergarten, seventh grade, and 12th grade should review the required immunizations and submit updated records to their child’s school.
If your student still needs vaccinations or updated documentation, please contact your healthcare provider or the Davidson County Health Department as soon as possible.
Learn more at www.immunize.nc.gov. For Spanish-language appointments, call 336-242-2393.
¡Falta una semana para el inicio de clases!
Las familias de estudiantes que ingresan a kindergarten, séptimo y 12.º grado deben revisar las vacunas requeridas y presentar los registros actualizados en la escuela de su hijo(a).
Si su estudiante todavía necesita vacunas o documentación actualizada, comuníquese cuanto antes con su proveedor de atención médica o con el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Davidson.
Obtenga más información en www.immunize.nc.gov. Para citas en español, llame al 336-242-2393.
🏫 Reminder: Open House is this Thursday, August 6!
Students and families are invited to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and prepare for a successful start to the new school year.
📍 Elementary Schools: 12:00–5:30 p.m.
📍 Lexington Middle School: 3:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Lexington Senior High School: 4:00–7:00 p.m.
We look forward to welcoming our Jacket families!
Reminder: The Cory Holt Foundation’s Back-to-School Supply Giveaway is this Saturday!
Join us August 1 from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at Lexington Senior High School. Families can receive free school supplies, including clear backpacks, while supplies last.
Chicken or fish plates will also be available for $15 to support the Entrepreneur Scholarship Fundraiser. See the flyer for complete details!
📵 Focused learning begins with fewer distractions.
The Lexington City Schools Cell Phone Policy remains in effect for the 2026–2027 school year:
📱 At elementary and middle schools, cell phones are not permitted during the school day.
📱 At Lexington Senior High School, cell phones may be used only during a student’s designated lunch period.
Thank you to our students and families for helping us protect instructional time and maintain a focused, respectful learning environment.
#LexingtonCitySchools #LCSJackets #CellPhonePolicy #FocusedLearning
The Lexington City Schools Cell Phone Policy remains in effect for the 2026–2027 school year:
📱 At elementary and middle schools, cell phones are not permitted during the school day.
📱 At Lexington Senior High School, cell phones may be used only during a student’s designated lunch period.
Thank you to our students and families for helping us protect instructional time and maintain a focused, respectful learning environment.
#LexingtonCitySchools #LCSJackets #CellPhonePolicy #FocusedLearning
Back-to-school reminder: The Lexington City Schools Clear Backpack Policy remains in effect for the 2026–2027 school year.
Students may carry:
✅ One clear backpack
✅ One additional small bag no larger than 6” × 9” × 5”
✅ One non-clear lunchbox, which may be subject to search
Non-clear backpacks, large purses, and bags exceeding the approved dimensions are not permitted. Please review the graphic for complete requirements, exceptions, and storage expectations.
Thank you for helping us maintain a safer and more focused learning environment.
#LexingtonCitySchools #LCSJackets #ClearBackpackPolicy #BackToSchool
Back-to-School Immunization Reminder | Recordatorio de vacunación
Families of students entering kindergarten, seventh grade, and 12th grade should review the required immunizations for the 2026–2027 school year.
An updated immunization record should be submitted before the first day of school on Monday, August 10.
Under North Carolina law, families have 30 calendar days from the first day of school to provide the required record. Students without documentation after that period cannot attend school until it is provided.
Learn more at www.immunize.nc.gov. Spanish-language appointments are available through the Davidson County Health Department at 336-242-2393.
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Las familias de estudiantes que ingresan a kindergarten, séptimo y 12.º grado deben revisar las vacunas requeridas para el año escolar 2026–2027.
Se debe presentar un registro de vacunación actualizado antes del primer día de clases, el lunes 10 de agosto. Según la ley de Carolina del Norte, las familias tienen 30 días calendario a partir del primer día de clases para presentar el registro requerido. Después de ese período, los estudiantes que no tengan la documentación no podrán asistir a la escuela hasta que la presenten.
Obtenga más información en www.immunize.nc.gov. Para citas en español con el Departamento de Salud del Condado de Davidson, llame al 336-242-2393.
#LexingtonCitySchools #BackToSchool #ImmunizationReminder
🏫 Mark your calendar for Lexington City Schools’ districtwide Open House on Thursday, August 6!
Students and families are invited to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and prepare for a successful start to the new school year.
📍 Elementary Schools: 12:00–5:30 p.m.
📍 Lexington Middle School: 3:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Lexington Senior High School: 4:00–7:00 p.m.
We look forward to welcoming our Jacket families!
#LexingtonCitySchools #LCSJackets #OpenHouse #BackToSchool
Students and families are invited to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and prepare for a successful start to the new school year.
📍 Elementary Schools: 12:00–5:30 p.m.
📍 Lexington Middle School: 3:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Lexington Senior High School: 4:00–7:00 p.m.
We look forward to welcoming our Jacket families!
#LexingtonCitySchools #LCSJackets #OpenHouse #BackToSchool
🎒 Get ready for a strong start to the new school year!
Join the Cory Holt Foundation for its Entrepreneur Scholarship Fundraiser and Back-to-School Supply Giveaway on Saturday, August 1, from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at Lexington Senior High School.
Families can receive free school supplies, including clear backpacks, while supplies last. Chicken or fish plates will also be available for $15 to support the scholarship fundraiser.
Please see the flyer for complete details. We look forward to seeing you there!
Join the Cory Holt Foundation for its Entrepreneur Scholarship Fundraiser and Back-to-School Supply Giveaway on Saturday, August 1, from 11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. at Lexington Senior High School.
Families can receive free school supplies, including clear backpacks, while supplies last. Chicken or fish plates will also be available for $15 to support the scholarship fundraiser.
Please see the flyer for complete details. We look forward to seeing you there!
🏡 Clean Out. Cash In. Community Yard Sale!
Join us for the Lexington Senior High School Community Yard Sale on Saturday, August 22, beginning at 7:00 a.m.
Interested in becoming a vendor? Spaces are just $15, and you keep 100% of your profits! Vendor spaces may be purchased at Lexington Senior High School through August 22.
Questions? Contact the LSHS main office at (336) 242-1574.
#LexingtonCitySchools #LSHS #CommunityYardSale
Join us for the Lexington Senior High School Community Yard Sale on Saturday, August 22, beginning at 7:00 a.m.
Interested in becoming a vendor? Spaces are just $15, and you keep 100% of your profits! Vendor spaces may be purchased at Lexington Senior High School through August 22.
Questions? Contact the LSHS main office at (336) 242-1574.
#LexingtonCitySchools #LSHS #CommunityYardSale
🎥 Get to know the students behind the honors.
Lexington City Schools is proud to share exclusive Student Spotlight interviews with Lexington Senior High School's Class of 2026 Valedictorian, Jaylen Rashawn Jones, and Salutatorian, Violet Jean Shaw.
In their individual interviews, Jaylen and Violet reflect on their academic journeys, the educators and mentors who inspired them, the habits that led to their success, and the advice they have for future Yellow Jackets.
🎓 Watch Jaylen's Interview (Valedictorian):
🔗 https://youtu.be/BgFvE3YTqIg
🎓 Watch Violet's Interview (Salutatorian):
🔗 https://youtu.be/OT7LVtcJKSI
Links to both Student Spotlight interviews are also available in the Recent News section of the Lexington City Schools website.
🔗 https://www.lexcs.org
Congratulations to Jaylen and Violet on this well-deserved recognition. We are proud to celebrate your achievements and look forward to all that lies ahead!
#LexingtonCitySchools #LSHS #StudentSpotlight #ClassOf2026 #Valedictorian #Salutatorian #AcademicExcellence #YellowJackets
Lexington City Schools is proud to share exclusive Student Spotlight interviews with Lexington Senior High School's Class of 2026 Valedictorian, Jaylen Rashawn Jones, and Salutatorian, Violet Jean Shaw.
In their individual interviews, Jaylen and Violet reflect on their academic journeys, the educators and mentors who inspired them, the habits that led to their success, and the advice they have for future Yellow Jackets.
🎓 Watch Jaylen's Interview (Valedictorian):
🔗 https://youtu.be/BgFvE3YTqIg
🎓 Watch Violet's Interview (Salutatorian):
🔗 https://youtu.be/OT7LVtcJKSI
Links to both Student Spotlight interviews are also available in the Recent News section of the Lexington City Schools website.
🔗 https://www.lexcs.org
Congratulations to Jaylen and Violet on this well-deserved recognition. We are proud to celebrate your achievements and look forward to all that lies ahead!
#LexingtonCitySchools #LSHS #StudentSpotlight #ClassOf2026 #Valedictorian #Salutatorian #AcademicExcellence #YellowJackets
Please join us in congratulating three outstanding educational leaders on their new administrative appointments approved by the Lexington City Board of Education!
🎉 Dr. Judy Richards has been appointed principal of South Lexington School and Developmental Center.
🎉 Ms. Kenya Shear has been appointed assistant principal of South Lexington School and Developmental Center.
🎉 Ms. Monique Wells has been appointed assistant principal of Charles England Elementary School.
Each brings a wealth of experience, a passion for student success, and a commitment to serving our students, staff, families, and school communities.
Congratulations, Dr. Richards, Ms. Shear, and Ms. Wells! We look forward to the positive impact they will continue to make across Lexington City Schools.
Learn more in the News section at www.lexcs.org.
🎉 Dr. Judy Richards has been appointed principal of South Lexington School and Developmental Center.
🎉 Ms. Kenya Shear has been appointed assistant principal of South Lexington School and Developmental Center.
🎉 Ms. Monique Wells has been appointed assistant principal of Charles England Elementary School.
Each brings a wealth of experience, a passion for student success, and a commitment to serving our students, staff, families, and school communities.
Congratulations, Dr. Richards, Ms. Shear, and Ms. Wells! We look forward to the positive impact they will continue to make across Lexington City Schools.
Learn more in the News section at www.lexcs.org.
🇺🇸❤️🤍💙 Happy Independence Day from Lexington City Schools!
Today we celebrate the freedoms we cherish and honor the courage and sacrifice of those who have served our nation.
We wish our students, staff, families, and community a safe, joyful, and memorable Fourth of July. Have a wonderful holiday! 🎆
#Happy4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay
Today we celebrate the freedoms we cherish and honor the courage and sacrifice of those who have served our nation.
We wish our students, staff, families, and community a safe, joyful, and memorable Fourth of July. Have a wonderful holiday! 🎆
#Happy4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay
Still making summer meals happen! ☀️
Free meals are available for all children 18 and under throughout July. No registration or identification is required.
Take a look at some of the smiles from our summer meal sites and join us this week.
#SummerMeals #ServingOurCommunity
Free meals are available for all children 18 and under throughout July. No registration or identification is required.
Take a look at some of the smiles from our summer meal sites and join us this week.
#SummerMeals #ServingOurCommunity
A nutritious meal and a welcoming place to gather. 🍎
Children 18 and under can enjoy FREE summer meals at Pickett Elementary and community sites throughout Lexington.
If you know a family with school-aged children, help us spread the word. Summer meals are available through July 30.
#SummerMeals #LexingtonCitySchools
Children 18 and under can enjoy FREE summer meals at Pickett Elementary and community sites throughout Lexington.
If you know a family with school-aged children, help us spread the word. Summer meals are available through July 30.
#SummerMeals #LexingtonCitySchools
🧡💙 Happy Father's Day from Lexington City Schools! 💙🧡
Today we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures who encourage, support, and inspire our students every day.
Thank you for the example you set, the lessons you teach, and the difference you make in the lives of our children and throughout our Yellow Jacket community.
We appreciate you today and every day. Happy Father's Day! 🧡💙
#FathersDay #LexingtonCitySchools #YellowJacketPride
Today we celebrate the fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, and father figures who encourage, support, and inspire our students every day.
Thank you for the example you set, the lessons you teach, and the difference you make in the lives of our children and throughout our Yellow Jacket community.
We appreciate you today and every day. Happy Father's Day! 🧡💙
#FathersDay #LexingtonCitySchools #YellowJacketPride
Today, Lexington City Schools recognizes Juneteenth, commemorating June 19, 1865, when news of emancipation reached enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas.
As we reflect on this important moment in our nation's history, we honor the significance of freedom, resilience, and progress.
#Juneteenth #LexingtonCitySchools
As we reflect on this important moment in our nation's history, we honor the significance of freedom, resilience, and progress.
#Juneteenth #LexingtonCitySchools
💙 Blessed to be a blessing.
This summer, Pickett Elementary is sharing school supplies, clothing, food, and other resources with families through its Summer Meals Program site.
Because when our community shows up for us, we show up for our families.
#LexingtonCitySchools #JacketPride
This summer, Pickett Elementary is sharing school supplies, clothing, food, and other resources with families through its Summer Meals Program site.
Because when our community shows up for us, we show up for our families.
#LexingtonCitySchools #JacketPride
☀️ Summer meals are underway!
Lexington City Schools is providing FREE summer meals for all children 18 and under through July 30. No registration or ID is required.
Meals are available at Pickett Elementary and community sites throughout Lexington. Check out the schedule and help us spread the word by sharing this post with family, friends, and neighbors.
#SummerMeals #LexingtonCitySchools
Community Clothes Closet Open to the Public! 👚👟
Looking for clothing for yourself or your family? The Community Clothes Closet at Christ Church will be open to the public on June 27 from 10:00 AM– 2:00 PM.
This is a wonderful opportunity for community members to access free clothing and essentials in a welcoming and supportive environment.
📍 Location: Christ Church
📍 Address: 4 Price Road
📅 Date: June 27
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Please help us spread the word.
#ThriveInTheHive #BeSomebody #LexingtonCitySchools
Looking for clothing for yourself or your family? The Community Clothes Closet at Christ Church will be open to the public on June 27 from 10:00 AM– 2:00 PM.
This is a wonderful opportunity for community members to access free clothing and essentials in a welcoming and supportive environment.
📍 Location: Christ Church
📍 Address: 4 Price Road
📅 Date: June 27
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Please help us spread the word.
#ThriveInTheHive #BeSomebody #LexingtonCitySchools
