⚡ Mystery Science in Action at PCIS!
Ms. Masters’ 5th grade students explored how energy transfers from one object to another through an exciting Mystery Science lab. 💡🔍 From hands-on experiments to lively discussions, students discovered how movement, heat, and light are all connected through energy transfer! 🔄
#WeAreLINCOLN #PCIS #STEM #InquiryLearning #HandsOnScience
Ms. Masters’ 5th grade students explored how energy transfers from one object to another through an exciting Mystery Science lab. 💡🔍 From hands-on experiments to lively discussions, students discovered how movement, heat, and light are all connected through energy transfer! 🔄
#WeAreLINCOLN #PCIS #STEM #InquiryLearning #HandsOnScience





🌟 National Principals Month! 🌟
Please join us again in congratulating Mrs. Dellinger, Principal of Union Elementary, on recently being named the Lincoln County Schools District Principal of the Year! 🎉
Mrs. Dellinger has always known she wanted to be a teacher, and her passion for education shines through in everything she does. She leads with encouragement, positivity, and a commitment to her staff, students, and community. Her favorite advice, “Stay true to who you are and never give up!” is something she models daily for her school family.
Outside of school, she loves riding 4-wheelers with her boys and has never broken a bone! (And if Hollywood ever called, you’d catch her starring in The Little Rascals remake. 😉)
We are so proud of Mrs. Dellinger and thankful for the way she represents Union Elementary and all of Lincoln County Schools. Drop a note below to congratulate her on this well-deserved honor! ❤️🦉
#WeAreLINCOLN #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #PrincipalOfTheYear
Please join us again in congratulating Mrs. Dellinger, Principal of Union Elementary, on recently being named the Lincoln County Schools District Principal of the Year! 🎉
Mrs. Dellinger has always known she wanted to be a teacher, and her passion for education shines through in everything she does. She leads with encouragement, positivity, and a commitment to her staff, students, and community. Her favorite advice, “Stay true to who you are and never give up!” is something she models daily for her school family.
Outside of school, she loves riding 4-wheelers with her boys and has never broken a bone! (And if Hollywood ever called, you’d catch her starring in The Little Rascals remake. 😉)
We are so proud of Mrs. Dellinger and thankful for the way she represents Union Elementary and all of Lincoln County Schools. Drop a note below to congratulate her on this well-deserved honor! ❤️🦉
#WeAreLINCOLN #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #PrincipalOfTheYear

👏 Congratulations to these schools for achieving an increase in their School Report Card Grades for 2024–2025! 🌟
🏫 Asbury Academy
🏫 Battleground Elementary
🏫 East Lincoln High School
🏫 Iron Station Elementary
🏫 Lincolnton High School
🏫 Norris S. Childers Elementary
🏫 Rock Springs Elementary
🏫 St. James Elementary
🏫 West Lincoln High School
This recognition reflects the dedication of students, staff, and families who are committed to growth and success every day. Way to go! 🎓📚
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess
🏫 Asbury Academy
🏫 Battleground Elementary
🏫 East Lincoln High School
🏫 Iron Station Elementary
🏫 Lincolnton High School
🏫 Norris S. Childers Elementary
🏫 Rock Springs Elementary
🏫 St. James Elementary
🏫 West Lincoln High School
This recognition reflects the dedication of students, staff, and families who are committed to growth and success every day. Way to go! 🎓📚
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess

🚨 Now Hiring! 🚨
Lincoln County Schools has several newly posted positions available — from teaching and coaching to classroom support roles!
✨ Openings include:
• EC Teacher (Self-Contained) – Asbury Academy
• Teacher Assistant/Sub Bus Driver – Norris Childers Elementary
• EC Teacher (Extended Content) – Lincolnton High
• EC Teacher Assistant/Sub Bus Driver – East Lincoln High
• Volleyball Assistant Coach (Season starts mid-October) – North Lincoln Middle
📲 Apply online today at lcsnc.schoolspring.com
#WeAreLINCOLN #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #LCSCareers #EducationJobs #NCJobs
Lincoln County Schools has several newly posted positions available — from teaching and coaching to classroom support roles!
✨ Openings include:
• EC Teacher (Self-Contained) – Asbury Academy
• Teacher Assistant/Sub Bus Driver – Norris Childers Elementary
• EC Teacher (Extended Content) – Lincolnton High
• EC Teacher Assistant/Sub Bus Driver – East Lincoln High
• Volleyball Assistant Coach (Season starts mid-October) – North Lincoln Middle
📲 Apply online today at lcsnc.schoolspring.com
#WeAreLINCOLN #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #LCSCareers #EducationJobs #NCJobs

🌟 It’s National Principals Month, and today we’re celebrating Mrs. Arndt, interim principal of North Lincoln Middle!
Mrs. Arndt has a heart for students, a passion for learning, and a gift for spreading positivity. She’s the first in her family to graduate from college and earn a Master’s degree — a true role model for perseverance and grit. 💙
When she’s not leading Panthers at NLMS, she’s enjoying time with her husband and children, dreaming of traveling, and laughing at her favorite “Office” memes. And fun fact: as a child, she once thought she’d grow up to be a country music singer! 🎤
Her favorite advice? “Confidence is key! Positivity and kindness are contagious — but so is negativity and pessimism. I get to choose what I want to help spread.” Every day, she chooses to spread the good.
Drop a note of appreciation below and help us thank Mrs. Arndt for all she does to make North Lincoln Middle a special place! 🐾
#WeAreLINCOLN #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal
Mrs. Arndt has a heart for students, a passion for learning, and a gift for spreading positivity. She’s the first in her family to graduate from college and earn a Master’s degree — a true role model for perseverance and grit. 💙
When she’s not leading Panthers at NLMS, she’s enjoying time with her husband and children, dreaming of traveling, and laughing at her favorite “Office” memes. And fun fact: as a child, she once thought she’d grow up to be a country music singer! 🎤
Her favorite advice? “Confidence is key! Positivity and kindness are contagious — but so is negativity and pessimism. I get to choose what I want to help spread.” Every day, she chooses to spread the good.
Drop a note of appreciation below and help us thank Mrs. Arndt for all she does to make North Lincoln Middle a special place! 🐾
#WeAreLINCOLN #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal

💙 Happy Coaches Day! Thank you to our coaches for inspiring, guiding, and motivating our student-athletes on and off the field. 🏅 #WeAreLINCOLN #ThankYouCoaches

🎉👏 Lincoln County Schools is proud to share our 2024–2025 Cohort Graduation Rates!
📊 District-wide: 90.6%
🏫 East Lincoln HS: 90.3%
🏫 Lincolnton HS: 86.6%
🏫 North Lincoln HS: 93.6%
🏫 West Lincoln HS: 91.1%
These numbers reflect the hard work of our students, teachers, staff, and families who support every step of the journey to graduation. 🎓❤️🖤
Congratulations to the Class of 2025! #WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #Graduation
📊 District-wide: 90.6%
🏫 East Lincoln HS: 90.3%
🏫 Lincolnton HS: 86.6%
🏫 North Lincoln HS: 93.6%
🏫 West Lincoln HS: 91.1%
These numbers reflect the hard work of our students, teachers, staff, and families who support every step of the journey to graduation. 🎓❤️🖤
Congratulations to the Class of 2025! #WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #Graduation

🍦✨ Science is Sweet at North Brook!
Ms. Anthony’s 2nd graders have been learning all about matter in science. To bring the lesson to life, students rolled up their sleeves and made ice cream in a bag! 🧊🥛🍨
Hands-on learning makes science both fun and memorable—especially when it ends with a tasty treat. 😋
#WeAreLINCOLN #NorthBrookElementary #HandsOnLearning #ScienceIsSweet
Ms. Anthony’s 2nd graders have been learning all about matter in science. To bring the lesson to life, students rolled up their sleeves and made ice cream in a bag! 🧊🥛🍨
Hands-on learning makes science both fun and memorable—especially when it ends with a tasty treat. 😋
#WeAreLINCOLN #NorthBrookElementary #HandsOnLearning #ScienceIsSweet




🍎🎨 Our Pumpkin Center Primary Pre-K students had so much fun teaming up with the North Lincoln High School Teacher Cadets to paint apples! Hands-on creativity + cross-school connections = big smiles all around. 💙
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSProud #FutureEducators
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCSProud #FutureEducators



🍎 Future Educators in Action!
North Lincoln High School Teacher Cadets joined their LCS cohort at the Aspiring Educators Summit at UNC Charlotte this September.
Students explored what it takes to become an NC educator and attended professional development sessions led by inspiring North Carolina teachers. 🌟
We’re proud of these future leaders who are preparing to make a difference in classrooms across our state! 💙
#WeAreLINCOLN #NLHS #TeacherCadets #FutureEducators
North Lincoln High School Teacher Cadets joined their LCS cohort at the Aspiring Educators Summit at UNC Charlotte this September.
Students explored what it takes to become an NC educator and attended professional development sessions led by inspiring North Carolina teachers. 🌟
We’re proud of these future leaders who are preparing to make a difference in classrooms across our state! 💙
#WeAreLINCOLN #NLHS #TeacherCadets #FutureEducators


🚗✨ This morning, St. James Elementary launched its first-ever “Dads on Duty” event!
Since construction prevents them from hosting “All Pro Dads” this year, our awesome dads stepped up in a new way — greeting families with smiles, opening car doors, and starting the day with encouragement and care. 💙
Thank you to these role models for showing our students that strong schools are built on strong community support! #WeAreLINCOLN #DadsOnDuty
Since construction prevents them from hosting “All Pro Dads” this year, our awesome dads stepped up in a new way — greeting families with smiles, opening car doors, and starting the day with encouragement and care. 💙
Thank you to these role models for showing our students that strong schools are built on strong community support! #WeAreLINCOLN #DadsOnDuty






📸 LCS Former Student, Current Staff
✨ FLASHBACK FRIDAY ✨
Then → Megan Hege attended Union Elementary and West Lincoln Middle. Her favorite teacher was Mrs. Baxter at West Middle, who made math fun even when it didn’t come easily.
Currently, Mrs. Megan Hege Smith teaches 7th-grade ELA at East Lincoln Middle School. While she grew up in Lincoln County and moved away for a while, she truly loves being part of a small-town community where people care for one another.
When asked what she loves most about her job, Mrs. Smith said:
“Getting to know and appreciate a whole new group of kids every year and learning their personalities. It makes for a fun time at work that is never short on excitement and challenges.”
We’re so proud to celebrate Mrs. Smith’s journey from LCS student to LCS staff! ❤️🍎
#FlashbackFriday #WeAreLINCOLN #LincolnEffect
✨ FLASHBACK FRIDAY ✨
Then → Megan Hege attended Union Elementary and West Lincoln Middle. Her favorite teacher was Mrs. Baxter at West Middle, who made math fun even when it didn’t come easily.
Currently, Mrs. Megan Hege Smith teaches 7th-grade ELA at East Lincoln Middle School. While she grew up in Lincoln County and moved away for a while, she truly loves being part of a small-town community where people care for one another.
When asked what she loves most about her job, Mrs. Smith said:
“Getting to know and appreciate a whole new group of kids every year and learning their personalities. It makes for a fun time at work that is never short on excitement and challenges.”
We’re so proud to celebrate Mrs. Smith’s journey from LCS student to LCS staff! ❤️🍎
#FlashbackFriday #WeAreLINCOLN #LincolnEffect

🎉 Today we’re proud to celebrate Mrs. Withrow, principal of Battleground Elementary!
This morning, we recognized her school for exceeding growth for the 2nd year in a row 📈👏 — and now it’s time to shine a spotlight on the leader behind the success.
From her detective dreams as a child 🕵️♀️ to her inspiring advice — “Do what’s right by students, and you will NEVER be wrong!” — Mrs. Withrow models servant leadership every day. She’s never been outside the U.S., grew up without a TV (her first was in college!), and in retirement she plans to enjoy coffee on the porch and evenings around a campfire. ☕🔥
Thank you, Mrs. Withrow, for your dedication, vision, and heart for students. 💙❤️ You are what makes Battleground — and LCS — shine. 🌟
#WeAreLINCOLN #NationalPrincipalsMonth #PrincipalSpotlight #ExceedingGrowth
This morning, we recognized her school for exceeding growth for the 2nd year in a row 📈👏 — and now it’s time to shine a spotlight on the leader behind the success.
From her detective dreams as a child 🕵️♀️ to her inspiring advice — “Do what’s right by students, and you will NEVER be wrong!” — Mrs. Withrow models servant leadership every day. She’s never been outside the U.S., grew up without a TV (her first was in college!), and in retirement she plans to enjoy coffee on the porch and evenings around a campfire. ☕🔥
Thank you, Mrs. Withrow, for your dedication, vision, and heart for students. 💙❤️ You are what makes Battleground — and LCS — shine. 🌟
#WeAreLINCOLN #NationalPrincipalsMonth #PrincipalSpotlight #ExceedingGrowth

🌟👏 Huge congratulations to Battleground Elementary School for Exceeding Expected Growth in the 2024–2025 school year—for the second consecutive year! 🎉
Highlights include:
✅ +8.01 Growth Index
✅ Increased Grade Level Achievement & College/Career Readiness
✅ Increased Math Achievement
✅ Met Growth in Reading
✅ Report Card grade improved from a C to a B
This continued success is a testament to the dedication of students, teachers, and staff. Way to go, Patriots! ❤️💙
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #BattlegroundElementary
Highlights include:
✅ +8.01 Growth Index
✅ Increased Grade Level Achievement & College/Career Readiness
✅ Increased Math Achievement
✅ Met Growth in Reading
✅ Report Card grade improved from a C to a B
This continued success is a testament to the dedication of students, teachers, and staff. Way to go, Patriots! ❤️💙
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #BattlegroundElementary

🍕🍪 Hands-On Learning at UNOX!
Mrs. Custer’s Foods 2 students from North Lincoln High had the opportunity to explore the innovation and technology behind combi ovens in the foodservice industry.
Students garnished pizzas and cookies while getting a firsthand look at the latest features these ovens offer—blending creativity with cutting-edge technology. 🔥
Big thanks to UNOX for opening their doors to our students and giving them a taste of the future of foodservice!
#WeAreLINCOLN #NLH #CareerReady
Mrs. Custer’s Foods 2 students from North Lincoln High had the opportunity to explore the innovation and technology behind combi ovens in the foodservice industry.
Students garnished pizzas and cookies while getting a firsthand look at the latest features these ovens offer—blending creativity with cutting-edge technology. 🔥
Big thanks to UNOX for opening their doors to our students and giving them a taste of the future of foodservice!
#WeAreLINCOLN #NLH #CareerReady





📚✏️ Did you know? All AP exams are given nationwide on the same schedule in May—no matter if you took the class in the fall or spring semester!
✅ Mark your calendars now for the dates that apply to you.
✅ AP exam fees are covered by the State of NC—students are expected to take the exam.
⚠️ Students who miss their scheduled exam may be responsible for CollegeBoard fees.
We are proud to share that LCS had a 71% passing rate on AP exams last year—well above the state average! 🎉 Let’s keep the momentum going for another successful year of AP testing!
#WeAreLINCOLN #APExams #StudentSuccess
✅ Mark your calendars now for the dates that apply to you.
✅ AP exam fees are covered by the State of NC—students are expected to take the exam.
⚠️ Students who miss their scheduled exam may be responsible for CollegeBoard fees.
We are proud to share that LCS had a 71% passing rate on AP exams last year—well above the state average! 🎉 Let’s keep the momentum going for another successful year of AP testing!
#WeAreLINCOLN #APExams #StudentSuccess

🌟 This morning we celebrated Iron Station Elementary for exceeding growth!
Now we want to shine a spotlight ISES Principal, Mrs. Gilbert! 💙🍎
From dreaming of being an ice cream scooper 🍦 to inspiring her school community every day, Mrs. Gilbert leads with heart, wisdom, and joy. Her favorite advice? “Focus on what you can control, and let go of what you can’t.” That mindset continues to guide her leadership and inspire those around her.
We’re grateful for Mrs. Gilbert’s dedication to ISE and for the many ways she makes a difference for students, staff, and families. 💛
#WeAreLINCOLN #PrincipalsMonth #ExceedingGrowth
Now we want to shine a spotlight ISES Principal, Mrs. Gilbert! 💙🍎
From dreaming of being an ice cream scooper 🍦 to inspiring her school community every day, Mrs. Gilbert leads with heart, wisdom, and joy. Her favorite advice? “Focus on what you can control, and let go of what you can’t.” That mindset continues to guide her leadership and inspire those around her.
We’re grateful for Mrs. Gilbert’s dedication to ISE and for the many ways she makes a difference for students, staff, and families. 💛
#WeAreLINCOLN #PrincipalsMonth #ExceedingGrowth

💙 Happy Custodial Workers’ Day! Thank you to our custodians for keeping our schools safe, clean, and welcoming every day. ✨ #WeAreLINCOLN #ThankYouCustodians

🌟👏 Congratulations to Iron Station Elementary School for Exceeding Expected Growth in the 2024–2025 school year!
Highlights include:
✅ +4.13 Growth Index
✅ Increased Grade Level Achievement
✅ Increased Math & Reading Achievement
✅ Met Growth in Reading
✅ School Report Card grade improved from a C to a B
This remarkable achievement shows the power of perseverance, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. Way to go, Engineers! ❤️🖤
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #IronStationElementary
Highlights include:
✅ +4.13 Growth Index
✅ Increased Grade Level Achievement
✅ Increased Math & Reading Achievement
✅ Met Growth in Reading
✅ School Report Card grade improved from a C to a B
This remarkable achievement shows the power of perseverance, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. Way to go, Engineers! ❤️🖤
#WeAreLINCOLN #LCS #StudentSuccess #IronStationElementary

🌟 Student Leadership in Action! 🌟
One of our Lincolnton Middle School students was spotted making a difference—picking up trash at a bus stop without being asked. 🙌
That’s what true leadership looks like: seeing a need and stepping up to make our community better. 💙
👏 Way to set the example for others—thank you for showing us what it means to lead with pride and responsibility!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LMS #StudentLeadership
One of our Lincolnton Middle School students was spotted making a difference—picking up trash at a bus stop without being asked. 🙌
That’s what true leadership looks like: seeing a need and stepping up to make our community better. 💙
👏 Way to set the example for others—thank you for showing us what it means to lead with pride and responsibility!
#WeAreLINCOLN #LMS #StudentLeadership

