Congratulations to your 2026 Homecoming Queen, Payton Hood! Tonight, we celebrated not only our Homecoming Queen, but also all of our wonderful club representatives, sponsors and escorts, and HOCO representatives. Each of you helped make this celebration so special. A huge thank-you to all of our students and staff who worked so hard to make the entire week of HOCO memorable and full of school spirit. We are so grateful for everyone who helped make HOCO 2026 one to remember! As always, GO REBELS! *additional pics on Facebook
2 days ago, West Lincoln High School
Today was a day full of memories as we wrap up HOCO 2026! We kicked off the morning with Rowdy Rebel Day and an early-morning tractor parade, then finished the school day with an energetic pep rally. Now it’s GAME TIME! Bring your cowbells and come celebrate Homecoming with us tonight as we take on Cherryville. Let’s pack the stands and make it a night to remember!
3 days ago, West Lincoln High School
We see you. We appreciate you. We need you.

One day is never enough to recognize all that you do, but today we celebrate your unwavering dedication, hard work, and commitment. THANK YOU!
3 days ago, West Lincoln High School
A flyer with a red background covered with red balloon bubbles and the "W" logo for Lincoln County Schools. Large text at the top reads: "THANK YOU". Below the title are four circular photo frames showing school custodians. A rounded rectangle on the right contains the following text: "Behind every clean classroom and shining hallway is a team of hardworking custodians! We want to express our deepest gratitude to our custodians for everything they do to support our school community each day."
Athlete or athlete? Spirit day was a hit as our students and staff showed up to celebrate homecoming week. HOCO wraps up tomorrow with the tractor, the talent show, pep rally, and the big game against Cherryville. LETS GO!
4 days ago, West Lincoln High School
Another fantastic HOCO Spirit Day at WLHS! Today was Wild or Way Back Wednesday. Crunch the numbers or crush the competition! Tomorrow is Mathlete vs. Athlete for HOCO Spirit Week! Bring your A-game and show your school spirit!
4 days ago, West Lincoln High School
West Lincoln High School presents Powder Puff Football on Thursday, November 19th at 6 p.m. Admission is $6, or $5 with a canned good. Hosted by West Lincoln DECA and HOSA Future Health Professionals. Concessions available.
5 days ago, West Lincoln High School
Alt-Text: Flyer for West Lincoln High School Presents Powder Puff Football. Hosted by West Lincoln DECA and HOSA Future Health Professionals. Kickoff is at 6 p.m. on Thursday, November 19th. $6 admission or $5 with a canned good. Concessions available. The flyer features a mascot holding a football marked 2026 over a background of football players.
Spirit Week continues at WLHS! Students and staff are bringing the energy today. Get ready for tomorrow's theme: Wild or Way Back Wednesday! Be sure to check out our Facebook page for additional pictures.
6 days ago, West Lincoln High School
Four people dressed in old-fashioned attire pose in a library. One person sits in a chair, another stands behind, and two others stand holding canes.
Three people in a classroom, one holding a glove. Behind them, a table and chairs. Background has a glass wall.
Woman sitting in a library with books in background, holding a coffee cup, smiling.
Two women in matching costumes standing in front of a shelf with books, a plant, and a lamp.
A man in a red shirt, jeans, and a cap stands in a room, holding a book. Behind him is a desk with a sign.
Three women in different dresses stand before a sign that reads "WLHS" on a wall.
Safety and technique first! Our Foods I class practiced knife skills while preparing homemade air-fryer fries. Students mastered the pinch grip on the chef's knife and the claw grip on potatoes to slice safely and efficiently.
6 days ago, West Lincoln High School
Multiple sliced apple pieces on a white cutting board, with a person's hand partially visible.
Two women wearing black aprons stand in a kitchen with teal cabinets and a black appliance.
Two women in aprons prepare food on a cutting board, one holding a knife. They stand behind a table.
Three young men with aprons stand in a kitchen, giving thumbs-up. A plate of food is on the table.
Three women in aprons hold plates of food in a kitchen. They are smiling. In the background, two other people are present.
Two people wearing black aprons are preparing food on a counter in a kitchen. One is cutting.
Our Foods II class enjoyed a fantastic field trip exploring and sampling fare from downtown businesses. Highlights included stops at Twisted Sugar, Burton's, Palm Berries, Fausto Coffee, Lake Norman Cheesecake, and the Pickle Fetish. Thank you to our local businesses for welcoming our students!
6 days ago, West Lincoln High School
Two people stand in front of a store. The man holds a cup. The woman wears a green hoodie.
Three women are seated at a table. One holds a purse. Another holds a snack. Trees and buildings are in the background.
Black menu with a list of cookies. Includes Everyday Favorites, Signature Cookies, Indulgent Cookies, and cookies with various flavors.
Man in dark blue hoodie holds a salad bowl with green vegetables and nuts in a kitchen.
A woman sits at a table with a bowl of mixed fruit. She holds a fork. Bright plants and murals adorn the background.
Several people stand in a room, posing for a photo. A green cutout with holes and a sign saying "Eat Fresh" is behind them.
College Day in full swing! Students took advantage of the opportunity to meet with college representatives, gather admissions materials, and explore higher education opportunities. We are so proud of our students for actively preparing for their futures.
6 days ago, West Lincoln High School
Three people in a hall, holding books. One wears glasses and a hoodie, another in a black shirt, and the third in a pink hoodie. Background shows a large hall with tables and people.
Several young adults stand together in a gymnasium, holding folders and papers. They are near tables with products.
People in a room with tables and chairs. Two people are standing and talking. A table has papers, a cup, and a folder.
Three people stand by a table with books inside a gym. Others move about behind them.
A room with a white ceiling and yellow and black walls. People stand around a table with green tablecloths, cards, and posters.
West Lincoln Community: We will need pre-wrapped candy of any kind for our 4th Annual Trunk-or-Treat! Taking donations now through October 28. Drop off candy in the front office of West Lincoln High School. Thank you for all the help and support.
6 days ago, West Lincoln High School
WEST LINCOLN COMMUNITY. We Will Need Pre-Wrapped Candy Of Any Kind For Our 4th Annual Trunk-or-Treat! Taking Donations Now through October, 28. Drop Off Candy In The Front Office Of West Lincoln High School. THANK YOU FOR ALL THE HELP AND SUPPORT.
Homecoming shirts will be handed out on Thursday, October 1st, during third period in the New Gym Lobby.
6 days ago, West Lincoln High School
A line drawing of a plain white T-shirt with short sleeves and a rounded neckline. The shirt has a clean, minimalist style.
Spirit Week is off to a great start after an incredible Meme Day! Get ready for tomorrow's theme: Generational Day. We cannot wait to see everyone's outfits representing different decades and stages of life.
7 days ago, West Lincoln High School
A woman in green with a sign and a man in blue are standing in a room. The floor is checkered.
Two women in a gym, one wearing a black shirt with dog design, white skirt, and sandals, holding a water bottle. The other in a blue hoodie, black pants, and sneakers, carrying a pink bag.
Three young people in costumes standing in a school hallway, one with a pink mask.
Five people in matching hoodies stand together in front of a sign that reads WLHS. They hold signs and pose for a photo.
Two people in costumes stand in an open room with a desk, a chalkboard, and shelves.
Two individuals in a library. One wears pink hair and white pants; the other wears a green shirt, shorts, and a pink bag.
Man in red polo shirt and shorts holding shoes and smiling. Behind him is a wooden table, a red chair, and a fire extinguisher.
Person wearing a traffic light costume standing by a counter with a peace sign.
Two adults dressed in Halloween costumes, one in green scrubs, the other in a white dress. They stand in a classroom.
As rehearsals continue in the Performance Class, the Theatre Design/Tech students are busy planning, designing, and building within their production crews.
Come see their hard work! This Murder Was Staged plays November 5th-7th at WLHS at 7pm.
7 days ago, West Lincoln High School
Poster with red background listing theater crew for "Tech Crew This Murder Was Staged." Details include team members for costumes, props, construction, scenic paint.
Homecoming Week is officially underway!

We kicked things off today with our annual Homecoming Parade, and the Rebel spirit was in full force!

Now the fun really begins tomorrow as we launch Spirit Week, with a new theme each day, plus the Senior Rebel Journey, Talent Show, Tractor Parade, and the big finale—Friday night’s football game!

Let’s make this Homecoming Week one to remember, Rebels!

*More pictures to come. Be sure to checkout our Facebook page for additional pictures.
8 days ago, West Lincoln High School
People wearing sunglasses, holding a banner reading "West Lincoln Marching Rebel Band," walk on a road. Trees and power lines in the background.
A group of flag bearers walks on a road with a blue sky and green trees. Cars parked in the background.
A white sports car with a woman in a red dress drives on the road with trees and other vehicles in the background.
Cheerleaders ride on a trailer in a parade with trees and utility lines in background.
A group of people in red attire on a trailer during a parade. Trees and power lines in the background.
A gray convertible car in a parade with three people in it, one wearing a hat, passes by parked cars and trees.
A convertible vehicle with two women in red dresses on the back seats. A road is visible with trees and parked cars.
Convertible car with several people riding it, two with balloons, driving on road with trees in background.
Two people stand in a blue convertible car, with a banner, driving through a street lined with parked vehicles. Trees and a clear sky are in the background.
A red sports car with three people on it drives down the street with parked cars in the background.
Rain didn't stop our students from coming together! Thank you to all who participated in this year's student-led See You at the Pole, setting a powerful example of unity, leadership, and community support.
11 days ago, West Lincoln High School
People gather outside a brick building, with a few holding instruments and others standing. Trees and distant buildings are visible.
A young person holds a microphone and speaks at an outdoor gathering. Several others stand behind her.
Seven teens are standing outside a brick building, with one holding a guitar and singing while others stand around him.
Several people gather under a brick structure, looking at a man standing. Trees, shrubs, and a car are in the background.
Lincoln County Schools Teacher Cadets attended the Aspiring Educators Summit at UNCC on Tuesday. Students participated in informative sessions to explore their future careers in education. We also had the pleasure of supporting Mrs. Beam, West Lincoln High School's Beginning Teacher of the Year last year, alongside other outstanding LCS employees who were there inspiring future educators.
11 days ago, West Lincoln High School
A group of four young women sitting in chairs, smiling. One wears a leopard-print blouse.
Four young women pose on outdoor stairs, wearing casual clothes. Behind them are plants and a brick wall.
Group of people standing on steps, some holding bags, IDs visible, building with glass walls in background.
Group of women in a room. One woman wearing a floral dress raises her hands.
Learning and leadership in action! Through Mrs. Anthony's Math Buddies program, Honors Math 2 students are strengthening their leadership skills while tutoring sixth-grade students in math. We’re proud to see these young leaders build confidence, encourage others, and make a positive impact—one problem at a time!
11 days ago, West Lincoln High School
Two boys sitting at a cafeteria table. One has a pencil and is seated while the other stands with hands on knees.
Group of students in a cafeteria. Two students sit at a table, one with head down, other with pen.
Two boys seated in a classroom. One holds a pen and writes on paper. Tables and chairs surround them.
Three people sit at tables in a room with a table and chairs in the background. Two individuals converse, while the third writes.
Two young males seated at a table, one holding a pen and paper, the other holding a tablet.
Two students sit at a desk in a cafeteria, one writing on paper while the other looks on.
Four people seated around a table in a classroom, writing in notebooks and using pens.
Students sit around tables in a cafeteria. They are seated at long tables with chairs, some of which have blue seats.
The rehearsal process has begun! Last week, WLHS theatre students started blocking rehearsals for the fall play “This Murder Was Staged” by Jason Pizzarello & Patrick Greene.
14 days ago, West Lincoln High School
A room with a beige couch and chair. A man and woman are seated. A woman stands near a door. Art is on the walls.
Five people in a room with a large rhino mural. One person is lying on the floor.
A student holding a script and leaning on a walking cane stands in the foreground during a drama rehearsal while another student reads a script in the background.
From prep to the final bite! Foods II students learned how to bake, slice, and frost a multi-layered chocolate cake with fresh strawberry jam and whipped cream. The best part of mastering new kitchen skills is definitely enjoying the finished product!
14 days ago, West Lincoln High School
A smiling person in a brown sweater and apron stands behind a table with a chocolate cake.
Woman in black shirt decorates cake with pink frosting. A monitor and desk are in the background.
A person wearing a black shirt is holding a white plate with a chocolate cake and white cream.
A three-layer chocolate cake with white frosting sits on a white plate. Behind it, two people work at a table.
A woman smiles while standing behind a table, frosting a cake. A large room with tables and chairs is in the background.
A person decorates a cake with frosting and sprinkles in a room with tables and chairs.