Dear Charles England Families,
This week, we celebrate something truly special—Teacher Appreciation Week! At Charles England, we are beyond grateful for the incredible teachers who pour their hearts, creativity, and passion into every single day. I see their dedication in the early mornings, the late nights, the extra encouragement, and the unwavering belief in every Jacket scholar. I am so proud of the phenomenal team we have here.
Here are a few simple ways you and your child can show love and appreciation this week:
🌟 A heartfelt thank-you note or drawing
🌟 A favorite snack or treat
🌟 Kind words shared with your teacher during arrival or dismissal
🌟 A shout-out posted to your social media with #ThankATeacher
Let’s fill the week with gratitude and kindness. Our teachers deserve it—and so much more.
With appreciation and pride,
Sean Gaillard
Proud Principal of Charles England Elementary School
#TeacherAppreciationWeek #WeAreCEES #EnergyBus #GratitudeInAction
🍓🍓 Farm to School Update! 🍓🍓
Fresh, juicy strawberries from the North Carolina Department of Agriculture were delivered today to all Lexington City Schools!
Our students will be enjoying these delicious treats this week as part of our Farm to School program. 🍓✨
And that’s not all! Stay tuned for more shipments coming soon, including Farm to School Fresh Blueberries! 🫐
We’re excited to keep supporting local farmers and serving our students the best of what North Carolina has to offer! 🌱💚
#FarmToSchool #FreshIsBest #LocalProduce #EatLocal #SupportLocal #ChildlNutritionDept #HealthyStudents #ThriveInTheHive
Big things are happening at Charles England Elementary! We are thrilled to announce that our school has been awarded a $10,000 grant from John Deere Corporation to implement the Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Launch program! This incredible opportunity will bring hands-on engineering experiences to our students, fostering creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving in our STEM classes.
A huge shoutout to Mrs. Moore, our amazing STEM teacher, for her dedication and hard work in securing this grant. Her passion for STEM education continues to open doors for our students and spark their curiosity about the world around them.
Here’s what’s ahead:
🎯 Year 1: PLTW units begin with 5th grade
🎯 Year 2: Expansion to 4th grade
🎯 Year 3: Growth into 3rd grade
This grant will support equipment, supplies, and training to ensure our students have engaging, high-quality STEM learning experiences. Stay tuned—more exciting things are on the way for our young innovators at Charles England!
LCS Health and Wellness Day 🔹🧡
Lexington City Schools hosted a special Health and Wellness Day to help our incredible employees recharge, refocus, and continue giving their best to our students! From relaxation activities to wellness resources and healthy foods, this event was all about supporting our staff’s well-being.
A huge thank you to our amazing contributors, including Dr. Tenika McCorkle (Healthier You Health Clinic), Janice Hurley (Davidson Medical Ministries), Kevin Crowe (Chair Massage), Jen Allen-Fuller (YMCA), Dr. Kasey Wilkie (Forsyth County Health Department), Shirley G (Zumba), and many more who made this day possible.
Because when we take care of ourselves, we can give 100% to our students! 💙🧡 #LCSWellness #ThriveInTheHive
"Honoring Our Bus Drivers: National Bus Driver Appreciation Week"
Lexington City Schools is celebrating National Bus Driver Appreciation Week to honor the dedication and commitment of our bus drivers. These dedicated professionals play a crucial role in the daily lives of our students, ensuring their safety and well-being as they travel to and from school. This week, we invite our school community to show their appreciation through thank-you notes, social media shout-outs, and small gestures of gratitude. Let’s come together to honor the bus drivers who help our students thrive each day. #ThankYouBusDrivers #ThriveInTheHive
Dear Charles England Families!
Monday, February 3rd is our 100th day of school at Charles England! Let's celebrate 100 days of learning and growth! #CharlesEnglandPride #RIDE #ThriveInTheHive
ACCESS Parent Night: A Successful Event for Multilingual Families
On January 23, 2025, Lexington City Schools held a highly successful ACCESS Parent Night for parents and guardians of multilingual students (K-12) at the Lexington Senior High School Media Center. This event provided valuable information about the upcoming ACCESS testing, presented by Mrs. Susie Best, our ML Coordinator.
The session covered important details, including:
An overview of each domain in the ACCESS test
The impact of ACCESS scores on school growth
How parents can help prepare their students for the test
Parents also received a comprehensive resource packet to support their students' learning. Spanish interpretation was available to ensure that all families could fully engage in the discussion.
The turnout was impressive—more than double the attendance from last year—and the feedback from participants was overwhelmingly positive.
Thank you to all the parents and guardians who attended and to the Lexington City Schools team for making this event a great success! Together, we are supporting our multilingual students and families to Thrive in the Hive.
Stay connected for more upcoming events and resources! #ThriveInTheHive #ACCESSParentNight
School Closure Announcement for Wednesday, January 22, 2025
Due to inclement weather, all Lexington City Schools, including Charles England Elementary School, will be closed for students on Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
The safety of our students and staff is our top priority. Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe and warm. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school soon.
Important Schedule Updates for Charles England Families
Families,
Please review these important updates for the upcoming school schedule:
1️⃣ Regular School Day on Friday, January 17:
Doors open: 7:00 a.m.
Classes begin: 7:30 a.m.
5th Grade Science Benchmark Test: This assessment will also take place on Friday. Please ensure your student gets a good night's rest and arrives on time.
2️⃣ No School on Monday, January 20:
School will be closed in observance of the federal holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
3️⃣ School Make-Up Day on Tuesday, January 21:
This will be a regular school day to make up for recent weather-related closures.
Thank you for your support and attention to these updates. Let’s work together to make the rest of the school year a success!
Our Energy Bus Book Club met at Pig City Books!
This is a reminder that we have Early Dismissal today at 11:30 a.m. for Friday, December 20. Thanks!
Congratulations to our very first Riders of the Week! We are proud of our students showing R.I.D.E!-Respect, Integrity, Determination, and Excellence!
We’re excited to celebrate the outstanding attendance of our students at Charles England Elementary for November 2024! 🌟
Congratulations to the Grand Prize winners, who each received a Walmart Gift Card, and to our secondary prize winners who enjoyed fun rewards. Consistent attendance is key to student success—it helps build strong learning habits, fosters achievement, and contributes to a vibrant school community. Keep up the great work, students!
#ThriveInTheHive #StudentSuccess #AttendanceMatters
🌧️ Due to weather, Charles England Elementary will operate on a 2-hour delay tomorrow, Wednesday, December 4. Stay safe and cozy! Doors open at 9:00 AM, and the school day begins at 9:30 AM. 📸 Picture Make-Up Day is still on! Stay tuned for updates. #TeamCEES
We are excited to see our students return to school for Monday, December 2! Check out the latest edition of Hive Happenings!
Celebrating Our "Be Somebody" Honorees! 🌟
Our faculty had a Secret Spirit Day to see if the kids could figure out if we were all wearing plaid! #ThriveInTheHive
Winter Wonderland Card Contest Winners 🌟❄️
Lexington City Schools is proud to announce the winners of the Winter Wonderland Card Contest, showcasing the incredible artistic talents of our students!
🎄 1st Place District Winner Overall: Samara May (Lexington Middle School)
🖌️ Top Winner for Elementary Level: Abby Lin (Southwest Elementary Global Academy)
🌟 Top Winner for High School: Zowe Lilly (Lexington Senior High School)
🎨 2nd Place Middle School Winner: Allison Duarte (Lexington Middle School)
The 1st Place District Winner’s design will be featured on the district's official 2024 holiday card. Congratulations to these talented students for spreading holiday cheer through their creativity! 🎨✨
The Scholastic Book Fair is here!
5th Graders are on a virtual field trip to Alaska using @nearpod in #STEM Class. #ThriveInTheHive
