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  • Board of Education swears in new board members

    Oct 3, 2024

    The Lewis County Board of Education met in regular session on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. at the Lewis County Board of Education board meeting room located at 206 South Court Street, Hohenwald, Tn. With the exception of Cassie Couch, all board members present were Board Chair Lindsey Himes, Vice Chair Paula Dyer, Matthew Adkins, Glenda Atkinson, Jackie Holt, Cody Mitchell, Sallie Pollock, and Morgan Spicer. Prior to the regular session meeting, the recently elected board members...

  • Adam Clark selected to TRPN

    Oct 3, 2024

    \The Tennessee Department of Education, in partnership with Belmont University, announced 57 school leaders selected to the 2024-25 cohort of the Tennessee Rural Principals Network (TRPN), which is a comprehensive approach to improve the preparation, retention, and development of principals in rural communities across Tennessee. Lewis County High School Principal Adam Clark was selected as one of the 52. Of the appointment, Mr. Clark says, “It is a tremendous opportunity to be able to network Lewis County Schools with other schools that are sim...

  • LEWIS COUNTY SCHOOLS FALL BREAK/ PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES

    Sep 26, 2024

    Lewis County Schools and central office will be closed on the following dates: • October 4, 2024 for administrative day and safety training. NO STUDENTS. • Fall Break from October 7th through October 11th , 2024. Monday, October 21, 2024 will be a no student day and parent teacher conferences will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at all schools....

  • National Blue Ribbon Schools

    Sep 26, 2024

    The U.S. Department of Education recognized six Tennessee schools as 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools, which is based on each school's overall academic performance or progress in closing achievement gaps among student groups. "I am thrilled that six Tennessee schools are being recognized as 2024 National Blue Ribbon Schools," said Lizzette Reynolds, Commissioner of Education. "This national recognition is a remarkable achievement to showcase how these educators and school and district leaders are dedicated to providing opportunities for all s...

  • Lewis County High School

    Sep 26, 2024

    Lewis County Schools' community partners. Debbie Landers and. Elissa Tracy, recently spoke to students in Mrs. Hinson's and Mrs. Gallagher's career exploration classes at Lewis County High School. Topics included learning about professionalism in the workplace and communication skills for life success....

  • Rutherford County Schools Director says two students arrested for making false reports about school threats

    Sep 26, 2024

    Rutherford County Schools Director Dr. Jimmy Sullivan posted a video message on social media to parents Tuesday afternoon in response to the arrests of two students he says made false reports about school threats. “Parents we are asking for your help. Please talk to your children about the severe consequences of making threats, even if it’s intended to be a joke or prank. Please encourage them to think before posting or to report any concerning behavior they see online,” said Sullivan. Sullivan says in the past two weeks the district has seen...

  • Adopt A Class Sponsers

    Sep 19, 2024

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  • School Threat Lands Teen In Jail, Juvenile Detention Center

    Sep 12, 2024

    Making school threats is no laughing matter. It is not a joke. It is not something that should be said, because you feel you’re not getting enough attention. It’s not something you simply get a slap on the wrist for and go back to school the next day. It’s a truly serious offense and one that a Perry County teen will now face the repurcussions of. According to the Perry County Sheriff’s Office, on the evening of Thursday, September 5, Perry County High School Principal Blake Skelton notified Sheriff Nick Weems of a 16-year-old female student...

  • Fall District Meetings 2024: TENNESSEE SCHOOL BOARDS ASSOCIATION

    Sep 12, 2024

    The Tennessee School Boards Association (TSBA) hosted the South Central Fall District Meeting at Lewis County High School in Hohenwald on August 29. "TSBA's Fall District Meetings provide our staff the opportunity to speak with our members and listen to their concerns on multiple topics. This allows us to advocate effectively on their behalf while providing them with information they need to make informed decisions for the students in their community," said TSBA Executive Director Dr. Tammy Gris...

  • Austin Peay 2024 Summer Commencement

    Sep 12, 2024

    Prospective college students can now apply to any or all undergraduate University of Tennessee campuses through a single application, the Common App, simplifying the admissions process and expanding opportunities for students in Tennessee and beyond. The Common App is a non-profit organization that connects over 1 million students each year to more than 1,100 colleges and universities across all 50 U.S. states and 18 countries, with one third of these students being first-generation. As of Sept. 3, UT Chattanooga, UT Southern and UT Martin...

  • Lewis County Students to Host Fields of Faith Event, Joining Thousands of Youth Across U.S. This Fall

    Sep 12, 2024

    Students from Lewis County will join thousands of other youth on athletic fields across the nation this Fall, to share their Christian faith with fellow students during the 18th annual national Fellowship of Christian Athletes’ Field of Faith event. This rapidly growing, interdenominational outreach event will be held at more than 500 locations throughout the nation. While most Christian events are held by adult speakers to sponsors, FCA’s Field of Faith is student to student ministry, which means that the students themselves are meeting and...

  • Prospective Students Can Now Apply to All Undergraduate UT Campuses Through the Common App

    Sep 12, 2024

    Prospective college students can now apply to any or all undergraduate University of Tennessee campuses through a single application, the Common App, simplifying the admissions process and expanding opportunities for students in Tennessee and beyond. The Common App is a non-profit organization that connects over 1 million students each year to more than 1,100 colleges and universities across all 50 U.S. states and 18 countries, with one third of these students being first-generation. As of Sept. 3, UT Chattanooga, UT Southern and UT Martin...

  • LCHS parents asked to download ParentSquare

    Aug 29, 2024

    If you have a student at LCHS, please download ParentSquare and register. This will be replacing the Remind App. LCHS will be sending communication through this App as well, so you may miss important announcements from teachers and the school system. It is extremely important to provide the school with current information regarding your phone number and/or email address. If you have a change any time during the school year, please contact the office of your school so they can update their...

  • UT President Randy Boyd says five myths are threatening the future of higher education

    Aug 29, 2024

    University of Tennessee President Randy Boyd told business and community leaders in Nashville that five myths are hindering the ability for institutions of higher learning to produce the workforce Tennessee needs. Speaking at Monday’s Rotary Club of Nashville meeting, Boyd said these myths convince the public into believing enrollment is down, there’s a greater demand for trade jobs, tuition is rising faster than inflation, students are leaving college with a lot of debt, and that the University of Tennessee is unaffordable to most students. Bo...

  • TCAT Students Awarded

    Aug 29, 2024

    Instructor Alaina Goodman Long proudly presented her Summer 2024 Administrative Office Technology students with awards and certificates for completing courses at Tennessee College of Applied Technology in Hohenwald, Tennessee. "These students have worked hard and stayed committed to their studies," said Mrs. Long. "I am proud to award their hard work."...

  • School Board Addresses City/County/School Agreement to Pay SRO's, Director McAbee's Pay Raise, and The Non-Payment of Student Workers During the Summer

    Aug 22, 2024

    The Lewis County Board of Education met in regular session on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, at 6:02 p.m. at the Lewis County Board of Education board meeting room located at 206 South Court Street, Hohenwald, Tn. All board members present were Board Chair Lindsey Himes, Vice Chair Paula Dyer, Matthew Adkins, Glenda Atkinson, Cassie Couch, Derek Cotham, Jackie Holt, Cody Mitchell, and Sallie Pollock. Prior to the regular scheduled meeting there was a workshop held at 5:30 p.m. Ryder Ward from the Student Advisory Committee stated that all of the...

  • "We need this form" school nurses' plea to parents

    Aug 22, 2024

    "Only about 50% of the high school has turned this very important form," stated School Board member Glenda Atkinson. A new law is requiring this form to be in a student's file before a school nurse is able to treat them. "Imagine being at field day, "said a school official, "and your child accidentally slips and falls down the bleachers. Nothing is broken, but they are scraped up and need attention and a bandaid. However, they never returned the consent form. Our hands are legally tied on what...

  • Lewis County High School "ROAR Store": Empowering Students Through Hands-On Learning

    Aug 22, 2024

    The ROAR Store is a student-run enterprise that is making waves both within the school and the community. Operated by students involved in the School-Based Enterprise (SBE) Work-Based Learning (WBL) program. The Digital Printing Class and ROAR Store is a hub for creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial spirit. Trina Weaks, CTE Supervisor, says, "students are not just learning about marketing: they are living it. From designs to managing the production process, these young entrepreneurs are...

  • Middle College students attend orientation at CSCC

    Aug 15, 2024

    The Lewis County Middle College students attended orientation at Columbia State on Friday. They toured the campus, viewed science lab classrooms, and met Columbia State staff. These students are working on their Associate degrees while in high school, and seniors will receive their high school and college diploma at the end of the year. This group will be the first ever high school middle college class to graduate with a degree from Columbia State! Keep up the good work students and best wishes...

  • Local Educators Attend International Conference

    Aug 15, 2024

    Seven members of Alpha Rho Chapter of The Delta Kappa Gamma Society International (DKG), joined women educators from around the globe in National Harbor, Maryland on Tuesday, July 9 through Saturday, July 13, 2024. DKG is a professional honor society for women educators with more than 50,000 members. Established in 17 member countries around the world, the Society defines its mission as promoting professional and personal growth of women educators and excellence in education. The international...

  • Applications Open for $1000 Classroom Grants

    Aug 15, 2024

    Applications are due August 30, 2024, for Meriwether Lewis Electric Cooperative’s Adopt-A-School Grant. Teachers can apply for one of three $1000 grants in their county to help meet classroom needs or supplement a special project. Kindergarten through twelfth grade teachers or principals should submit an application to MLEC Member Services by the August 30 deadline. Applications are available at each school and online at mlec.com/school-programs/. “MLEC celebrates 30 great years of providing classroom grants and connecting with local tea...

  • class of 2025 ushers in final year of high school with senior sunrise

    Aug 8, 2024

    Several students of the Lewis County High School Senior Class of 2025 woke early on their last first day to get together with each other, along with some parents and faculty, for a popular senior tradition known as "Senior Sunrise." This year, students were treated to a pancake breakfast outside the entrance of the school, while bonding as a class as the sun rose on Monday, August 5, 2024....

  • Robot Dog Sucks Up Trash With Its Feet

    Laura Davis|Aug 8, 2024

    As a former smoker, I always took issue with the complete lack of decency when people would just throw their cigarette butts anywhere but a trash can. On the golf course, it's just as annoying when you're trying to putt and someone decided the green was the right place to leave their butt. I was never one to throw a cigarette butt out of my car window either. In fact, I had a disgusting ashtray/trash can that fit in the cup holder. Yes, it was gross and I'm glad I kicked that habit. Thankfully,...

  • TEMA Introduces Tabletop Exercise Scenario Training Program

    Aug 8, 2024

    The Tennessee Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) and the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS) are teaming up to raise awareness of underage drinking as students return to class for the new school year. This month, TABC will increase alcohol compliance checks across the state. Agents will be out in full force, ensuring that retailers only sell alcohol to legal adults. TDMHSAS Substance Use Prevention Coalitions across the state are also conducting undercover buy operations to verify compliance. “Young p...

  • TDCI Shares Insurance Tips for 2024 Back-to-School Season

    Aug 8, 2024

    Going back to school is an exciting and stressful time for students, educators, and parents. As the school year gets underway across the Volunteer State, the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (“TDCI”) reminds consumers that education doesn’t stop in the classroom. TDCI’s Division of Insurance offers insurance tips and reminders to help make your back-to-school season go smoothly. “As the parent of three young children, I know the back-to-school season can be hectic for students, parents, and educators alike,” said TDCI Commissione...

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