Lexington City Schools will operate on a remote learning day Thursday, January 29. Students will learn remotely, staff will work remotely, and all buildings remain closed.
23 days ago, Terrie Holshouser
Remote Learning Day
Lexington City Schools will operate on a remote learning day Wednesday, January 28. Students will learn remotely, staff will work remotely, and buildings remain closed. Please check email and the district website for details.
24 days ago, Terrie Holshouser
Remote Learning Day
School Closure – Monday, Jan. 26. Due to anticipated inclement weather, all Lexington City Schools will be closed on Monday, Jan.26.
All district buildings will be closed. Please continue to monitor district communication channels for updates.
26 days ago, Terrie Holshouser
👏 Way to go, Jammin’ Jackets!
Charles England Elementary’s Jammin’ Jackets did an amazing job representing Lexington City Schools during the MLK Parade.

We’re proud of our students for honoring Dr. King’s legacy through excellence and unity.

#ThriveInTheHive #JamminJackets #MLKParade #LCSproud
about 1 month ago, Marcella Elliott
Students from Charles England Elementary School’s Jammin’ Jackets participate in the MLK Parade, marching together along the parade route as part of the community celebration.
Students from Charles England Elementary School’s Jammin’ Jackets participate in the MLK Parade, marching together along the parade route as part of the community celebration.
Students from Charles England Elementary School’s Jammin’ Jackets participate in the MLK Parade, marching together along the parade route as part of the community celebration.
Day one in the schools.
Interim Superintendent Dr. Rodney Shotwell spent time visiting and connecting with students and staff across Lexington City Schools — listening, learning, and supporting the important work happening every day. 💙🧡
#ThriveInTheHive #BeSomebody
about 1 month ago, Marcella Elliott
Dr. Rodney Shotwell greeting staff members and observing classroom activities during visits to Lexington City Schools.
Dr. Rodney Shotwell greeting staff members and observing classroom activities during visits to Lexington City Schools.
Dr. Rodney Shotwell greeting staff members and observing classroom activities during visits to Lexington City Schools.
Dr. Rodney Shotwell greeting staff members and observing classroom activities during visits to Lexington City Schools.
January is Board of Education Appreciation Month. Thank you to our Lexington City Schools Board of Education members for their leadership, service, and dedication to our students and community. 💙🧡
#BoardAppreciationMonth #BeSomebody #ThriveInTheHive #LexingtonCitySchools
about 1 month ago, Marcella Elliott
Group photo of the Lexington City Schools Board of Education.

Lexington City Schools has named Dr. Rodney Howard Shotwell as Interim Superintendent, effective January 20. With more than 30 years of experience in public education, including over two decades as a superintendent in North Carolina, Dr. Shotwell will provide continuity and support for our students, staff, and families during this transition.
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Las Escuelas de la Ciudad de Lexington han nombrado al Dr. Rodney Howard Shotwell como Superintendente Interino, con vigencia a partir del 20 de enero. Con más de 30 años de experiencia en la educación pública, incluidos más de dos décadas como superintendente en Carolina del Norte, el Dr. Shotwell brindará continuidad y apoyo a nuestros estudiantes, personal y familias durante esta transición.

2 months ago, Marcella Elliott
Dr. Rodney Howard Shotwell headshot.
📚 Community engagement that makes a difference 💙 Through partnerships with Communities In Schools and the Rotary Club of Lexington, every elementary student across Lexington City Schools received a book. This collaboration highlights the real impact community support has on student learning and literacy. #ThriveInTheHive #CommunityEngagement #LiteracyMatters
2 months ago, Marcella Elliott
Elementary students at Lexington City Schools receive books during a schoolwide distribution made possible through partnerships with Communities In Schools and the Rotary Club of Lexington.
Elementary students at Lexington City Schools receive books during a schoolwide distribution made possible through partnerships with Communities In Schools and the Rotary Club of Lexington.
Elementary students at Lexington City Schools receive books during a schoolwide distribution made possible through partnerships with Communities In Schools and the Rotary Club of Lexington.
Elementary students at Lexington City Schools receive books during a schoolwide distribution made possible through partnerships with Communities In Schools and the Rotary Club of Lexington.
Elementary students at Lexington City Schools receive books during a schoolwide distribution made possible through partnerships with Communities In Schools and the Rotary Club of Lexington.
Grateful for community partners who invest in our classrooms 💙 Thank you to the Lexington Area Chamber of Commerce, the Thomasville Area Chamber of Commerce, and the North Davidson County Chamber of Commerce for supporting our educators through the Eating for Education grants. #ThriveInTheHive #CommunityEngagement #CommunitySupport
2 months ago, Marcella Elliott
Lexington City Schools educator receives an Eating for Education grant alongside chamber partners, recognizing community support for classroom initiatives.
Lexington City Schools educator receives an Eating for Education grant alongside chamber partners, recognizing community support for classroom initiatives.
Lexington City Schools educator receives an Eating for Education grant alongside chamber partners, recognizing community support for classroom initiatives.
Lexington City Schools educator receives an Eating for Education grant alongside chamber partners, recognizing community support for classroom initiatives.
LCS Board Seeks Public Input on Superintendent Search

Lexington City Schools has partnered with the North Carolina School Boards Association (NCSBA) to lead the search for our next superintendent — and we want to hear from YOU!

The Board of Education is asking students, parents, staff, and community members to share their input to help identify the qualities, experience, and leadership skills most important for the next leader of Lexington City Schools.

📝 Community Survey
Students, parents, and community members are invited to complete the survey here:
👉 Community Survey Link (English & Spanish) is found on the WWW.LEXCS.ORG

🧑‍🏫 Staff Survey- All LCS employees will receive a separate staff survey link via email. Please take a moment to share your feedback.

📅 Deadline for all surveys: Monday, January 5, 2026
NCSBA will compile and present results at the Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, January 13, 2026.

📧 Community Groups & Organizations
Groups wishing to share written statements about desired superintendent qualities may email NCSBA at sthorp@ncsba.org
by January 5, 2026.

Your voice matters. Thank you for helping shape the future of Lexington City Schools! 💙💛
2 months ago, Terrie Holshouser
Superintendent Search
🏀 Big Week for the Jackets!

Congratulations to our Women’s and Men’s Basketball teams for kicking off their seasons with BIG wins!

A huge shoutout to our Women’s Wrestling team for earning the highest team finish in school history last week in Asheboro — and an extra special congratulations to Amaya Hairston for winning a championship in her weight class!

You can catch all these incredible student-athletes in action Tuesday and Wednesday, and we’ll wrap up the week with a rivalry showdown against Thomasville.

Come out, show your support, and cheer our teams on to victory!
Go Jackets!
3 months ago, Terrie Holshouser
LSHS Weekly Athletic Schedule
CEES Families — You're invited! 🎉

Join us on Monday, November 24 as we welcome our new principal, Dr. Michael Courtwright.

We’re hosting two family-friendly opportunities to meet him and share what matters most to your family:

✨ Muffins & Juice with the Principal
7:45–8:45 AM • CEES
Quick drop-in during morning arrival.

🍕 Evening Meet & Greet — Pizza Served
5:30–6:30 PM • CEES Library
Family-friendly — dinner provided.

We look forward to seeing you there and strengthening our home–school partnership! 💙🧡
#ThriveInTheHive
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¡Familias de CEES! 🎉
Acompáñenos el lunes, 24 de noviembre para dar la bienvenida a nuestro nuevo director, Dr. Michael Courtwright.

Tendremos dos oportunidades para conocerlo y compartir lo que es más importante para su familia:

✨ Muffins y Jugo con el Director
7:45–8:45 AM • CEES
Pase rápidamente durante la llegada matutina.

🍕 Reunión Familiar por la Tarde — Se Servirá Pizza
5:30–6:30 PM • Biblioteca de CEES
Evento apto para familias — la cena está incluida.

¡Esperamos verlos y seguir fortaleciendo nuestra conexión entre la escuela y las familias! 💙🧡
3 months ago, Marcella Elliott
Flyer announcing two family events to welcome Dr. Michael Courtwright, the new principal of Charles England Elementary School. The flyer includes the title “Meet the New Charles England Principal – Dr. Michael Courtwright.” It lists two events: “Muffins & Juice with the Principal” on Monday, November 24 from 7:45–8:45 AM at CEES with a note that families can drop in during morning arrival, and an “Evening Meet & Greet — Pizza Served” from 5:30–6:30 PM in the CEES Library, described as family-friendly with dinner provided. The flyer ends with the message “We Want to Hear From You!” and includes the school colors blue and orange with the hashtag #ThriveInTheHive
Volante que anuncia dos eventos familiares para dar la bienvenida al nuevo director de la escuela Charles England, el Dr. Michael Courtwright. El volante incluye el título “Conozca al Nuevo Director de Charles England – Dr. Michael Courtwright.” Se enumeran dos eventos: “Muffins y Jugo con el Director” el lunes 24 de noviembre de 7:45 a 8:45 AM en CEES, con una nota que indica que las familias pueden pasar rápidamente durante la llegada matutina, y una “Reunión Familiar por la Tarde — Se Servirá Pizza” de 5:30 a 6:30 PM en la biblioteca de CEES, descrita como apta para familias con la cena incluida. El volante termina con el mensaje “¡Queremos Escuchar Su Voz!” e incluye los colores azul y anaranjado de la escuela.
Listening. Learning. Leading. 💙 Dr. Hardy hosts the LSHS Student Advisory—where student voices help guide the journey forward. #BeSomebody #ThriveInTheHive
3 months ago, Marcella Elliott
Dr. Hardy smiling proudly with at the fall LSHS student advisory meeting.
LSHS Student Advisory meeting pictured.
LSHS Student Advisory Meeting pictured.
LSHS Student Advisory meeting pictured.
Today, we honor and remember all who served. 🇺🇸
Lexington City Schools proudly salutes the veterans within our schools and community for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication.
#VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #ThriveInTheHive #LexingtonCitySchools
3 months ago, Marcella Elliott
Lexington City Schools Veterans Day graphic with LCS logo, red and blue stars and stripes, and the words “Honoring All Who Served.”
Dr. Hardy launched the first LCS Staff Meeting of the fall at Lexington Senior High School — engaging staff in powerful conversations around strategy, growth, and our shared vision for student success. 💙🧡 #ThriveInTheHive #BeSomebody #StrategicEngagement
4 months ago, Marcella Elliott
Dr. Nakia Hardy speaks to Lexington City Schools staff during the fall staff meeting at Lexington Senior High School.
Dr. Nakia Hardy speaks to Lexington City Schools staff during the fall staff meeting at Lexington Senior High School.
Dr. Nakia Hardy speaks to Lexington City Schools staff during the fall staff meeting at Lexington Senior High School.
Dr. Nakia Hardy speaks to Lexington City Schools staff during the fall staff meeting at Lexington Senior High School.

🎃👻 Central Office wrapped up a FA-BOO-LOUS Week with smiles, creativity, and plenty of Hive pride! From festive costumes to laughter across every campus, it’s been a week filled with fun, connection, and school spirit. 🧡💙

4 months ago, Marcella Elliott
Central Office staff dressed in costumes smiling and celebrating the final day of FA-BOO-LOUS Week.
Central Office staff dressed in costumes smiling and celebrating the final day of FA-BOO-LOUS Week.
🐢✨ The FA-BOO-LOUS fun rolls on! From creative costumes across our schools to Dr. Hardy showing up at CEES as a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle, our spirit is stronger than ever. 🎃👻 #ThriveInTheHive
4 months ago, Marcella Elliott
Costumes, smiles, and even a Ninja Turtle sighting… FA-BOO-LOUS Week is keeping the fun alive as we head toward Halloween!
Costumes, smiles, and even a Ninja Turtle sighting… FA-BOO-LOUS Week is keeping the fun alive as we head toward Halloween!
Costumes, smiles, and even a Ninja Turtle sighting… FA-BOO-LOUS Week is keeping the fun alive as we head toward Halloween!
Costumes, smiles, and even a Ninja Turtle sighting… FA-BOO-LOUS Week is keeping the fun alive as we head toward Halloween!
Costumes, smiles, and even a Ninja Turtle sighting… FA-BOO-LOUS Week is keeping the fun alive as we head toward Halloween!
Costumes, smiles, and even a Ninja Turtle sighting… FA-BOO-LOUS Week is keeping the fun alive as we head toward Halloween!
Costumes, smiles, and even a Ninja Turtle sighting… FA-BOO-LOUS Week is keeping the fun alive as we head toward Halloween!
Costumes, smiles, and even a Ninja Turtle sighting… FA-BOO-LOUS Week is keeping the fun alive as we head toward Halloween!
Costumes, smiles, and even a Ninja Turtle sighting… FA-BOO-LOUS Week is keeping the fun alive as we head toward Halloween!
Thank you to our faith-based partners for joining us at the Fall Faith-Based Advisory Brunch! 💙🧡 Together, we’re building stronger connections between schools and churches to ensure every student has the resources, mentoring, and encouragement they need to thrive. It’s a great day to be a Yellow Jacket! 🐝✨ #ThriveInTheHive #BeSomebody #LevelUp
4 months ago, Marcella Elliott
Group photo at the fall Faith Based Advisory meeting.
Event photo at the fall Faith Based Advisory meeting.
Event photo at the fall Faith Based Advisory meeting.
Lexington City Schools Celebrate the North Carolina Crunch!

Last week, Lexington City Schools joined districts across the state for the annual North Carolina Crunch, celebrating local agriculture and healthy eating. Fresh NC-grown apples, delivered by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture, were enjoyed by students in classroom tastings, nutrition lessons, and schoolwide “crunch” events.

The event highlighted the importance of supporting North Carolina farmers while bringing students and staff together for a fun, educational experience.

Learn more about the North Carolina Crunch:
https://growing-minds.org/north-carolina-crunch/
4 months ago, Terrie Holshouser
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🎃 Central Office Kicks Off FA-BOO-LOUS Week with Spirit and Style! 👻

Central Office started the first day of FA-BOO-LOUS Week with excitement and creativity, bringing festive fall energy to the building! Staff showed off their dress-up spirit, embracing the fun as part of a weeklong celebration full of costumes, treats, and themed days. It’s just the beginning of a spirited week of team connection, laughter, and boo-tiful participation across the district!
4 months ago, Terrie Holshouser
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