No school for students today as our staff members take part in a Teacher Workday — but we’re ready to see our students back in the classroom tomorrow!
It’s also a great day for a reminder about our BE HERE to GET HERE campaign. Showing up all day, every day helps students build the knowledge, skills, habits and relationships that prepare them for wherever they want to go.
And there’s another important date coming up: BE HERE DAY — Tuesday, October 27! Our district-wide goal is 100% attendance, and we want EVERY student HERE!
Today, we’re visiting North Brook Elementary with fifth grader Rachel Hilderbran and her mom, Jessica Hilderbran, a veterinarian with SNIP — Spay Neuter Initiative of the Piedmont.
For Jessica, being present at school played an important role in preparing her for a challenging and rewarding career.
“Without being present in school every day, paying attention to my teachers, and studying hard, I would have been unable to obtain my degree and know how to diagnose what is wrong with animals and how to treat them.”
School also helped her learn how to communicate with others and the importance of being reliable and friendly — skills she now uses every day with pet owners who trust her to care for their animals.
And what does she love most?
“Being able to help as many animals as possible brings me so much joy and happiness.”
Rachel may only be in fifth grade, but every day she shows up is another step toward wherever she wants to go.
Enjoy your day, students — we miss you, and we’ll see you TOMORROW! And don’t forget to mark your calendars for BE HERE DAY on October 27!
BE HERE to GET HERE.
#WeAreLINCOLN #BeHereToGetHere
It’s also a great day for a reminder about our BE HERE to GET HERE campaign. Showing up all day, every day helps students build the knowledge, skills, habits and relationships that prepare them for wherever they want to go.
And there’s another important date coming up: BE HERE DAY — Tuesday, October 27! Our district-wide goal is 100% attendance, and we want EVERY student HERE!
Today, we’re visiting North Brook Elementary with fifth grader Rachel Hilderbran and her mom, Jessica Hilderbran, a veterinarian with SNIP — Spay Neuter Initiative of the Piedmont.
For Jessica, being present at school played an important role in preparing her for a challenging and rewarding career.
“Without being present in school every day, paying attention to my teachers, and studying hard, I would have been unable to obtain my degree and know how to diagnose what is wrong with animals and how to treat them.”
School also helped her learn how to communicate with others and the importance of being reliable and friendly — skills she now uses every day with pet owners who trust her to care for their animals.
And what does she love most?
“Being able to help as many animals as possible brings me so much joy and happiness.”
Rachel may only be in fifth grade, but every day she shows up is another step toward wherever she wants to go.
Enjoy your day, students — we miss you, and we’ll see you TOMORROW! And don’t forget to mark your calendars for BE HERE DAY on October 27!
BE HERE to GET HERE.
#WeAreLINCOLN #BeHereToGetHere
We're Hiring! Join the Lincoln County Schools Team!
Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Lincoln County Schools has several newly posted positions, and we'd love for you to join our team!
Current opportunities include:
G.E. Massey Elementary: Pre-K Teacher Assistant/Substitute Bus Driver
Lincolnton Middle School: Girls' Basketball Assistant Coach
East Lincoln Middle School: Wrestling Assistant Coach
Whether you're supporting students in the classroom or helping student-athletes grow and succeed, there's a place for you at LCS!
Apply today: https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/
Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#WeAreLINCOLN #JoinOurTeam
Looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Lincoln County Schools has several newly posted positions, and we'd love for you to join our team!
Current opportunities include:
G.E. Massey Elementary: Pre-K Teacher Assistant/Substitute Bus Driver
Lincolnton Middle School: Girls' Basketball Assistant Coach
East Lincoln Middle School: Wrestling Assistant Coach
Whether you're supporting students in the classroom or helping student-athletes grow and succeed, there's a place for you at LCS!
Apply today: https://lcsnc.schoolspring.com/
Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#WeAreLINCOLN #JoinOurTeam
Our National Principals Month spotlight continues with Mr. Joshua Van Eseltine, Principal of North Lincoln High School!
Mr. Van Eseltine brings 15 years of experience as a teacher and administrator across both middle and high school settings. A former Teacher of the Year, he is committed to academic achievement, building strong relationships with students and staff, and continually improving the school experience for everyone he serves. He holds a master’s degree in School Administration from the University of Phoenix and is currently pursuing a doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction.
And what does it take to keep Mr. Van Eseltine going throughout the school day? His Principal Starter Kit includes his phone AND his "other phone" (because one apparently isn't enough!), his very own private bathroom, plenty of coffee, his Athletic Director Dennis Frye (because every principal needs a dependable right-hand man!), and Chinese food to fuel those busy days!
Thank you, Mr. Van Eseltine, for your leadership, dedication, and commitment to making North Lincoln High School a great place to learn and grow!
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
Mr. Van Eseltine brings 15 years of experience as a teacher and administrator across both middle and high school settings. A former Teacher of the Year, he is committed to academic achievement, building strong relationships with students and staff, and continually improving the school experience for everyone he serves. He holds a master’s degree in School Administration from the University of Phoenix and is currently pursuing a doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction.
And what does it take to keep Mr. Van Eseltine going throughout the school day? His Principal Starter Kit includes his phone AND his "other phone" (because one apparently isn't enough!), his very own private bathroom, plenty of coffee, his Athletic Director Dennis Frye (because every principal needs a dependable right-hand man!), and Chinese food to fuel those busy days!
Thank you, Mr. Van Eseltine, for your leadership, dedication, and commitment to making North Lincoln High School a great place to learn and grow!
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
October is AAC Awareness Month! AAC or Augmentative and Alternative Communication are the laminated communication boards and devices that people who are minimally or nonspeaking use to communicate. Learning AAC is just like learning any other language, our students have to see others “speaking” with their AAC to learn they can use it to ask for things and form friendships! “Speaking” AAC is when you touch the board or device while talking to show children how it is used. This is called Modeling, and that is our focus this month!
All October, the Assistive Technology Team and Autism Support Team are excited to present a competition to encourage staff to model AAC with students!
This competition is for staff at all elementary, middle and high schools where our self-contained exceptional children’s classrooms are housed.
Staff who use AAC with minimally and nonspeaking children are working together in teams to model AAC across different routines and activities and at the end of the week the team who gets AAC BINGO wins! Generous businesses in our community have donated items and gift cards to make this event a success!
The competition began on October 5th and we already have our first winners of the week! We had multiple teams got horizontal BINGO in our first week, but there can only be one winner! The teams who got BINGO had their names put in a box and a student pulled out our winning team: Love Memorial Elementary Adaptive classroom's Virginia Myers, Cathy Robinson & Emily Kennedy! Congratulations and thank you for supporting your students' right to communicate!
Our other modeling superstars this week are:
Julie Dibbell, Kristin Gary, Scott Stevens, Lauren Locke, Earl Lunceford
Danalee Lyndon & Taylor Grant
Lea Nash & Gena Wright
Mary Winslow, Jessica Toledo
Kenda Keenan, Jenn Douglas, Tammy Hallman
Roni Gallo, Melissa Wilfong, Jannalee Hefner
Teams can keep competing to win! Keep following to see who will get AAC BINGO next week!
A huge THANK YOU to these businesses for their generous donations:
7th Moon Boutique and Gifts
Annabelle’s Keepsakes
Benny’s Boutique
Chile Goat Soap
Court Street Grille
Cowboy Killer Company
The Fuzzy Cow
Good Wood Pizzeria
Henkle Tire
Italianno’s Restaurant
Kapp Builders
Lincoln Links A-Bundt-antly Abled
Marilyn’s Sweet Addictions
Milk & Honey Mercantile
Palm Berries-Lincolnton
Scooters-Cherryville
Skin Therapy, LLC
Taco King
TAS Drug-Cherryville
Wallybees Honey
All October, the Assistive Technology Team and Autism Support Team are excited to present a competition to encourage staff to model AAC with students!
This competition is for staff at all elementary, middle and high schools where our self-contained exceptional children’s classrooms are housed.
Staff who use AAC with minimally and nonspeaking children are working together in teams to model AAC across different routines and activities and at the end of the week the team who gets AAC BINGO wins! Generous businesses in our community have donated items and gift cards to make this event a success!
The competition began on October 5th and we already have our first winners of the week! We had multiple teams got horizontal BINGO in our first week, but there can only be one winner! The teams who got BINGO had their names put in a box and a student pulled out our winning team: Love Memorial Elementary Adaptive classroom's Virginia Myers, Cathy Robinson & Emily Kennedy! Congratulations and thank you for supporting your students' right to communicate!
Our other modeling superstars this week are:
Julie Dibbell, Kristin Gary, Scott Stevens, Lauren Locke, Earl Lunceford
Danalee Lyndon & Taylor Grant
Lea Nash & Gena Wright
Mary Winslow, Jessica Toledo
Kenda Keenan, Jenn Douglas, Tammy Hallman
Roni Gallo, Melissa Wilfong, Jannalee Hefner
Teams can keep competing to win! Keep following to see who will get AAC BINGO next week!
A huge THANK YOU to these businesses for their generous donations:
7th Moon Boutique and Gifts
Annabelle’s Keepsakes
Benny’s Boutique
Chile Goat Soap
Court Street Grille
Cowboy Killer Company
The Fuzzy Cow
Good Wood Pizzeria
Henkle Tire
Italianno’s Restaurant
Kapp Builders
Lincoln Links A-Bundt-antly Abled
Marilyn’s Sweet Addictions
Milk & Honey Mercantile
Palm Berries-Lincolnton
Scooters-Cherryville
Skin Therapy, LLC
Taco King
TAS Drug-Cherryville
Wallybees Honey
Building Independence, One Life Skill at a Time!
At East Lincoln Middle School, students are gaining hands-on experience with everyday life skills through an exciting new initiative called The Independence Lab: A Multi-Sensory Life Skills Initiative!
Thanks to funding from the Lincoln County Public Education Foundation (LCPEF), a classroom has been transformed into a simulated apartment and store where students can practice real-world skills in a safe, supportive environment. From completing household tasks to navigating shopping experiences, students are building confidence, communication skills, and greater independence.
The lab also incorporates Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices, giving students who communicate without speech additional opportunities to express their needs, make choices, and interact with others.
This innovative approach helps students connect classroom learning to everyday experiences while developing skills that will serve them well beyond middle school.
We are especially proud that educators Belinda "Red" Redfern and Jennifer Hamrick will share this initiative with educators from across the state at the 75th Exceptional Children Conference in November!
Real-world learning. Meaningful opportunities. Growing independence. That's what student success looks like at Lincoln County Schools!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LearnLeadThrive
At East Lincoln Middle School, students are gaining hands-on experience with everyday life skills through an exciting new initiative called The Independence Lab: A Multi-Sensory Life Skills Initiative!
Thanks to funding from the Lincoln County Public Education Foundation (LCPEF), a classroom has been transformed into a simulated apartment and store where students can practice real-world skills in a safe, supportive environment. From completing household tasks to navigating shopping experiences, students are building confidence, communication skills, and greater independence.
The lab also incorporates Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) devices, giving students who communicate without speech additional opportunities to express their needs, make choices, and interact with others.
This innovative approach helps students connect classroom learning to everyday experiences while developing skills that will serve them well beyond middle school.
We are especially proud that educators Belinda "Red" Redfern and Jennifer Hamrick will share this initiative with educators from across the state at the 75th Exceptional Children Conference in November!
Real-world learning. Meaningful opportunities. Growing independence. That's what student success looks like at Lincoln County Schools!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LearnLeadThrive
It’s National Principals Month, and today we’re shining the spotlight on Mr. Matt Hovis, principal of Lincolnton Middle School!
Mr. Hovis has strong roots at LMS, where he began his career in 2011 as a math teacher and coach before transitioning into school administration. Now, as principal, he is focused on helping students prepare not only for high school but also for the opportunities and goals that await them beyond graduation. He believes positive relationships and strong partnerships between schools, families, and the community are essential to student success.
So, what does Mr. Hovis need to make it through a busy day leading the Wildcats? His Principal Starter Kit includes coffee to get the day started, sunglasses for time spent outside, peanut M&M's for a little extra energy, and his computer to keep everything running. But the most important item in his starter kit? His wife, Joanna! Because even principals need someone in their corner!
Outside of school, Mr. Hovis enjoys spending time with Joanna and their three children, coaching basketball and baseball, being outdoors, playing golf, and cheering on the NC State Wolfpack.
Thank you, Mr. Hovis, for your dedication to the Wildcats and for helping our students Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
Mr. Hovis has strong roots at LMS, where he began his career in 2011 as a math teacher and coach before transitioning into school administration. Now, as principal, he is focused on helping students prepare not only for high school but also for the opportunities and goals that await them beyond graduation. He believes positive relationships and strong partnerships between schools, families, and the community are essential to student success.
So, what does Mr. Hovis need to make it through a busy day leading the Wildcats? His Principal Starter Kit includes coffee to get the day started, sunglasses for time spent outside, peanut M&M's for a little extra energy, and his computer to keep everything running. But the most important item in his starter kit? His wife, Joanna! Because even principals need someone in their corner!
Outside of school, Mr. Hovis enjoys spending time with Joanna and their three children, coaching basketball and baseball, being outdoors, playing golf, and cheering on the NC State Wolfpack.
Thank you, Mr. Hovis, for your dedication to the Wildcats and for helping our students Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
Start thinking about your career NOW!
Lincoln County Schools is celebrating Career and Technical Education by giving the opportunity for 9th through 12th grade students to participate in a job shadowing day! A Job Shadow Day allows students to go to work with someone in a career field that they are interested in for one day. Participating in Job Shadowing offers the opportunity to determine if this career is really right for YOU! Job Shadowing is open to all Lincoln County Schools 9th – 12th graders during the months of November (Career Development Month) 2026 or February (Career and Technical Education Month) 2027!
Students should fill out the interest form below if interested in more information!
Job Shadow Interest Form: https://bit.ly/4hBOZD8
Lincoln County Schools is celebrating Career and Technical Education by giving the opportunity for 9th through 12th grade students to participate in a job shadowing day! A Job Shadow Day allows students to go to work with someone in a career field that they are interested in for one day. Participating in Job Shadowing offers the opportunity to determine if this career is really right for YOU! Job Shadowing is open to all Lincoln County Schools 9th – 12th graders during the months of November (Career Development Month) 2026 or February (Career and Technical Education Month) 2027!
Students should fill out the interest form below if interested in more information!
Job Shadow Interest Form: https://bit.ly/4hBOZD8
TWO SCHOOLS. TWO CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIPS. ONE GREAT DAY FOR LCS!
It's a championship day for Lincoln County Schools! Congratulations to the East Lincoln Middle School soccer team and the West Lincoln Middle School softball team for both capturing the Tri-County Conference Championship today!
We are incredibly proud of these student-athletes and their coaches for their hard work, dedication, and teamwork throughout the season. What an exciting way to finish!
Congratulations, Falcons and Chiefs! You've made LCS proud!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSChampions
It's a championship day for Lincoln County Schools! Congratulations to the East Lincoln Middle School soccer team and the West Lincoln Middle School softball team for both capturing the Tri-County Conference Championship today!
We are incredibly proud of these student-athletes and their coaches for their hard work, dedication, and teamwork throughout the season. What an exciting way to finish!
Congratulations, Falcons and Chiefs! You've made LCS proud!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSChampions
It’s National Principals Month, and today we’re shining the spotlight on Mrs. Anna Gilbert, principal of Iron Station Elementary School!
With nearly two decades in education, Mrs. Gilbert has served in a variety of teaching and leadership roles across Lincoln County. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Lenoir-Rhyne University, a master’s degree in Elementary Education from Appalachian State University, and a master’s degree in School Administration from UNC Greensboro. Before becoming an Engineer, she served as assistant principal at West Lincoln Middle and Union Elementary and completed her principal internship at East Lincoln Middle. She began her teaching career in Hickory before joining LCS at Norris S. Childers Elementary.
So, what keeps Mrs. Gilbert going throughout a busy school day? Her Principal Starter Kit includes comfortable shoes because she's on her feet all day, plenty of sticky notes to keep track of everything, coffee to keep her fueled, and her phone and walkie to stay connected with her team. She's always on the move!
Mrs. Gilbert values the trust families place in educators each day and the opportunity to help children learn, grow, and reach their full potential. Thank you, Mrs. Gilbert, for your dedication to the Iron Station community and for helping our students Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
With nearly two decades in education, Mrs. Gilbert has served in a variety of teaching and leadership roles across Lincoln County. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Lenoir-Rhyne University, a master’s degree in Elementary Education from Appalachian State University, and a master’s degree in School Administration from UNC Greensboro. Before becoming an Engineer, she served as assistant principal at West Lincoln Middle and Union Elementary and completed her principal internship at East Lincoln Middle. She began her teaching career in Hickory before joining LCS at Norris S. Childers Elementary.
So, what keeps Mrs. Gilbert going throughout a busy school day? Her Principal Starter Kit includes comfortable shoes because she's on her feet all day, plenty of sticky notes to keep track of everything, coffee to keep her fueled, and her phone and walkie to stay connected with her team. She's always on the move!
Mrs. Gilbert values the trust families place in educators each day and the opportunity to help children learn, grow, and reach their full potential. Thank you, Mrs. Gilbert, for your dedication to the Iron Station community and for helping our students Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
Another week, another peek into Lincoln County Schools!
This week, we stopped by Lincolnton High School to see the ROTC program practicing formations and visited North Brook Elementary, where the student photo crew was learning how to use their new camera to capture special moments around their school!
Beyond our school visits, the week also included a Board of Education work session and professional development focused on strengthening family engagement and building meaningful connections between schools and families.
From student leadership and creativity to professional learning and district leadership, there's always something happening across LCS!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LearnLeadThrive
This week, we stopped by Lincolnton High School to see the ROTC program practicing formations and visited North Brook Elementary, where the student photo crew was learning how to use their new camera to capture special moments around their school!
Beyond our school visits, the week also included a Board of Education work session and professional development focused on strengthening family engagement and building meaningful connections between schools and families.
From student leadership and creativity to professional learning and district leadership, there's always something happening across LCS!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LearnLeadThrive
Safety starts with learning, and today our first graders had the opportunity to learn from some of the people who help keep our community safe every day!
Each year, PACTS Day — Protecting All Children Through Safety — brings Lincoln County first graders together for a day of hands-on safety education. Students learn important lessons about fire safety, gun safety, medication safety, water safety and social-emotional safety, including bullying prevention.
PACTS Day is truly a community effort. Members of our fire departments, law enforcement, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, EMS, Parks and Recreation, Child Advocacy and the Health Department work together to make this meaningful day possible.
Thank you to all of our community partners and public servants who give their time to help our youngest students learn how to make safe choices at school, at home and throughout our community!
#WeAreLINCOLN #PACTSday
Each year, PACTS Day — Protecting All Children Through Safety — brings Lincoln County first graders together for a day of hands-on safety education. Students learn important lessons about fire safety, gun safety, medication safety, water safety and social-emotional safety, including bullying prevention.
PACTS Day is truly a community effort. Members of our fire departments, law enforcement, Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, EMS, Parks and Recreation, Child Advocacy and the Health Department work together to make this meaningful day possible.
Thank you to all of our community partners and public servants who give their time to help our youngest students learn how to make safe choices at school, at home and throughout our community!
#WeAreLINCOLN #PACTSday
A big thank you to the new 7 Brew Coffee in Lincolnton for treating our Central Office staff to a variety of coffee drinks today!
7 Brew has already been spreading the kindness throughout Lincoln County Schools, treating several of our schools as well. We appreciate their generosity and their support of the people who serve our students and families each day.
Welcome to Lincolnton, 7 Brew! We’re grateful to have you as part of our community.
#WeAreLINCOLN #CommunityPartners
7 Brew has already been spreading the kindness throughout Lincoln County Schools, treating several of our schools as well. We appreciate their generosity and their support of the people who serve our students and families each day.
Welcome to Lincolnton, 7 Brew! We’re grateful to have you as part of our community.
#WeAreLINCOLN #CommunityPartners
It’s National Principals Month, and today we’re shining the spotlight on Mrs. Kellie Dellinger, principal of Union Elementary School!
Now in her 17th year in education, Mrs. Dellinger has deep roots in the West Lincoln community as a former Owl, Chief and Rebel. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Appalachian State University and her master’s degree in School Administration from Liberty University. Before becoming a principal, she taught both elementary and middle school students. Mrs. Dellinger values the partnership between school and home and believes those relationships are an important part of helping every Union student have a successful educational experience. She was also named Lincoln County Schools Principal of the Year last year!
Mrs. Dellinger’s Principal Starter Kit has everything she needs for a busy day at Union: plenty of Union spirit wear so she can represent her school every day, her phone and walkie to stay connected, her planner—but it has to be a Plum Paper planner—coffee, her glasses and lunch on the go. Bonus points if that lunch happens to be Mexican food!
Thank you, Mrs. Dellinger, for your commitment to Union Elementary and the West Lincoln community and for helping our students Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
Now in her 17th year in education, Mrs. Dellinger has deep roots in the West Lincoln community as a former Owl, Chief and Rebel. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education from Appalachian State University and her master’s degree in School Administration from Liberty University. Before becoming a principal, she taught both elementary and middle school students. Mrs. Dellinger values the partnership between school and home and believes those relationships are an important part of helping every Union student have a successful educational experience. She was also named Lincoln County Schools Principal of the Year last year!
Mrs. Dellinger’s Principal Starter Kit has everything she needs for a busy day at Union: plenty of Union spirit wear so she can represent her school every day, her phone and walkie to stay connected, her planner—but it has to be a Plum Paper planner—coffee, her glasses and lunch on the go. Bonus points if that lunch happens to be Mexican food!
Thank you, Mrs. Dellinger, for your commitment to Union Elementary and the West Lincoln community and for helping our students Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
It’s National Principals Month, and today we’re shining the spotlight on Mrs. Kristie Ballard, principal of Lincolnton High School!
Now in her third year as principal at LHS, Mrs. Ballard’s connection to LHS began long before she became an administrator. Her mother taught French there for 27 years, and Mrs. Ballard later walked the same halls as a student, graduating with the Class of 1999. A UNC Chapel Hill graduate and NC Teaching Fellow, she taught for 10 years in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools before returning home to Lincoln County. She has served as an assistant principal at LHS and spent seven years as principal of West Lincoln Middle School before returning to lead her alma mater. Last year, she was named Lincoln County Schools Principal of the Year!
And what does it take to keep up with a high school principal? Mrs. Ballard’s Principal Starter Kit includes her jelly shoes, keys and badge, walkie, cell phone and—most importantly—Diet Sun Drop! She makes sure there’s one waiting in just about every place she might be throughout the day.
Mrs. Ballard believes high school is about more than earning a diploma. It’s about helping students discover their talents, find where they belong and prepare for all the possibilities waiting after graduation. Thank you, Mrs. Ballard, for leading the Wolves and helping students Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
Now in her third year as principal at LHS, Mrs. Ballard’s connection to LHS began long before she became an administrator. Her mother taught French there for 27 years, and Mrs. Ballard later walked the same halls as a student, graduating with the Class of 1999. A UNC Chapel Hill graduate and NC Teaching Fellow, she taught for 10 years in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools before returning home to Lincoln County. She has served as an assistant principal at LHS and spent seven years as principal of West Lincoln Middle School before returning to lead her alma mater. Last year, she was named Lincoln County Schools Principal of the Year!
And what does it take to keep up with a high school principal? Mrs. Ballard’s Principal Starter Kit includes her jelly shoes, keys and badge, walkie, cell phone and—most importantly—Diet Sun Drop! She makes sure there’s one waiting in just about every place she might be throughout the day.
Mrs. Ballard believes high school is about more than earning a diploma. It’s about helping students discover their talents, find where they belong and prepare for all the possibilities waiting after graduation. Thank you, Mrs. Ballard, for leading the Wolves and helping students Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
A recent peek into our schools shows just how many people, experiences, and opportunities make up a day in LCS!
Last Friday, schools across the district celebrated National Custodial Worker’s Recognition Day, taking time to thank the staff members who work behind the scenes each day to keep our schools clean, safe, and ready for learning. Pictured is the celebration at Battleground Elementary.
At West Lincoln High School, the Rebel Journey brought kindergarteners from surrounding elementary schools together with WLHS seniors on the football field—a special look at where their LCS journey begins and where it can lead.
At North Lincoln Middle School, muralist Junior Gomez is bringing the Leader in Me principles to life with a new mural that is currently in progress.
And at Lincoln County School of Technology, nursing students are preparing for their upcoming hospital field experiences by learning the important do’s and don’ts before stepping into a real healthcare setting.
Just a few snapshots of students and staff learning, connecting, creating, and preparing for what comes next.
#WeAreLINCOLN #LearnLeadThrive
Last Friday, schools across the district celebrated National Custodial Worker’s Recognition Day, taking time to thank the staff members who work behind the scenes each day to keep our schools clean, safe, and ready for learning. Pictured is the celebration at Battleground Elementary.
At West Lincoln High School, the Rebel Journey brought kindergarteners from surrounding elementary schools together with WLHS seniors on the football field—a special look at where their LCS journey begins and where it can lead.
At North Lincoln Middle School, muralist Junior Gomez is bringing the Leader in Me principles to life with a new mural that is currently in progress.
And at Lincoln County School of Technology, nursing students are preparing for their upcoming hospital field experiences by learning the important do’s and don’ts before stepping into a real healthcare setting.
Just a few snapshots of students and staff learning, connecting, creating, and preparing for what comes next.
#WeAreLINCOLN #LearnLeadThrive
Today, on National Coaches Day, we celebrate the coaches across Lincoln County Schools who invest their time, energy, and heart into our student-athletes.
Coaches do much more than teach the fundamentals of a sport. They teach teamwork, perseverance, discipline, leadership, sportsmanship, and how to respond when things don’t go as planned. They celebrate victories, encourage students through setbacks, and help young people grow both on and off the field, court, track, course, mat, and beyond.
To all of our LCS coaches: thank you for the early mornings, late nights, long practices, road trips, pep talks, and countless hours you dedicate to our students.
Your impact reaches far beyond the scoreboard.
Happy National Coaches Day!
#WeAreLINCOLN #NationalCoachesDay
Coaches do much more than teach the fundamentals of a sport. They teach teamwork, perseverance, discipline, leadership, sportsmanship, and how to respond when things don’t go as planned. They celebrate victories, encourage students through setbacks, and help young people grow both on and off the field, court, track, course, mat, and beyond.
To all of our LCS coaches: thank you for the early mornings, late nights, long practices, road trips, pep talks, and countless hours you dedicate to our students.
Your impact reaches far beyond the scoreboard.
Happy National Coaches Day!
#WeAreLINCOLN #NationalCoachesDay
SURPRISE!
Today, we had the privilege of surprising Mrs. Kristie Ballard, principal of Lincolnton High School, with the news that she has been named the "Lincoln County Schools Principal of the Year!"
Mrs. Ballard was truly surprised as district leaders, staff, and her family gathered to celebrate this special moment. This recognition is so well deserved and reflects the leadership, dedication, and heart she brings to Lincolnton High each and every day.
Congratulations, Mrs. Ballard! We are proud to have you representing Lincoln County Schools as our Principal of the Year!
Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#WeAreLINCOLN #LearnLeadThrive
Today, we had the privilege of surprising Mrs. Kristie Ballard, principal of Lincolnton High School, with the news that she has been named the "Lincoln County Schools Principal of the Year!"
Mrs. Ballard was truly surprised as district leaders, staff, and her family gathered to celebrate this special moment. This recognition is so well deserved and reflects the leadership, dedication, and heart she brings to Lincolnton High each and every day.
Congratulations, Mrs. Ballard! We are proud to have you representing Lincoln County Schools as our Principal of the Year!
Learn. Lead. Thrive.
#WeAreLINCOLN #LearnLeadThrive
Looking for your next opportunity? Lincoln County Schools has several newly posted positions across the district!
From supporting students in the classroom to transportation and specialized services, there are a variety of ways to join the LCS team and make a difference each day.
Current openings include teacher assistant/sub bus driver positions, a tutor, speech-language pathologist, EC support positions, and a bus driver.
View current openings and apply today at lcsnc.schoolspring.com.
Come Learn. Lead. Thrive. with Lincoln County Schools!
#WeAreLINCOLN #JoinOurTeam
From supporting students in the classroom to transportation and specialized services, there are a variety of ways to join the LCS team and make a difference each day.
Current openings include teacher assistant/sub bus driver positions, a tutor, speech-language pathologist, EC support positions, and a bus driver.
View current openings and apply today at lcsnc.schoolspring.com.
Come Learn. Lead. Thrive. with Lincoln County Schools!
#WeAreLINCOLN #JoinOurTeam
A quick calendar reminder for LCS families: There will be no school for students on Monday, October 12 and Tuesday, October 13.
Both days are designated as Teacher Workdays. We hope our students and families enjoy the extended weekend, and we’ll see everyone back at school on Wednesday, October 14, ready to learn!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LearnLeadThrive
Both days are designated as Teacher Workdays. We hope our students and families enjoy the extended weekend, and we’ll see everyone back at school on Wednesday, October 14, ready to learn!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LearnLeadThrive
Our National Principals Month spotlight continues with Mr. Brian Palmer, Principal of Rock Springs Elementary!
Mr. Palmer is beginning his sixth year as principal and has spent a total of nine years serving Rock Springs and the Denver community as both assistant principal and principal. Before joining Lincoln County Schools, he taught for 12 years in Charlotte. Throughout his time at Rock Springs, he has remained committed to the school’s tradition of academic excellence, accessibility, and strong community partnerships. He believes families and the community play an important role in the school’s success and encourages everyone to find ways to connect and be part of the Rock Springs family.
And what keeps Mr. Palmer going throughout the school day? His Principal Starter Kit, of course! His includes his morning “coffecito,” a JBL speaker and car rider playlist to jam out during morning arrival, a plastic water bottle—with the label removed—that is usually tucked in his back pocket, Goodr sunglasses, and daily construction updates from “Banjo.”
Thank you, Mr. Palmer, for your leadership and commitment to the Rock Springs students, staff, families, and community!
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
Mr. Palmer is beginning his sixth year as principal and has spent a total of nine years serving Rock Springs and the Denver community as both assistant principal and principal. Before joining Lincoln County Schools, he taught for 12 years in Charlotte. Throughout his time at Rock Springs, he has remained committed to the school’s tradition of academic excellence, accessibility, and strong community partnerships. He believes families and the community play an important role in the school’s success and encourages everyone to find ways to connect and be part of the Rock Springs family.
And what keeps Mr. Palmer going throughout the school day? His Principal Starter Kit, of course! His includes his morning “coffecito,” a JBL speaker and car rider playlist to jam out during morning arrival, a plastic water bottle—with the label removed—that is usually tucked in his back pocket, Goodr sunglasses, and daily construction updates from “Banjo.”
Thank you, Mr. Palmer, for your leadership and commitment to the Rock Springs students, staff, families, and community!
#NationalPrincipalsMonth #WeAreLINCOLN
