Services for At-Risk Students

The At-Risk Coordinator of Lee County Schools primarily works with high schools but also provides additional support to all schools within the district. Student Support and leadership teams may refer students who are at risk of dropping out, or who have multiple at-risk factors. A few of the goals for at-risk services are to:

  • Facilitate and coordinate the communication among various constituencies and other resource staff on drop out prevention and intervention.

  • Collaborate with school counselors and career resource advisers in assisting at-risk students in the development of individual learning plans and post-secondary plans.

  • Provide outreach and support to students and families to increase parent and student engagement in education.

  • Identify students who have dropped out and encourage them to re-engage in school (dropout recovery).

Upon referral, case loads are identified and followed up by the at-risk coordinator. A corresponding plan is designed to meet the needs of the student and intervene to keep them on track for graduation within the 4-year cohort rate.

Refer A Student

Dr. Sharron Williams

Email Dr. Williams

P: (919) 776-7541 x 2604

C: (919) 356-5110

Quick Links

Lee County Schools Attendance Policy

LCHS Saturday School Student Sign Up Form

LCHS Saturday School Parent/Student Agreement Form

SLHS Saturday School Student Sign Up Form

SLHS Saturday School Attendance Make Up Policy

Lee County Schools Mental Health Services Page

NC Residency Determination Resources

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA)

Attendance/Saturday School

High school students are permitted no more than 8 absences out of the total days in the semester for a semester long course or 16 absences out of the total days in the school year for a yearlong course. Students who miss more than 8 day per class are strongly encouraged to attend Saturday School to ensure that they receive credit for their course. LCHS AND SLHS provide students with the opportunity to make up time for the course. Students are responsible for providing their own transportation and snack during Saturday School.

Partnership for Children & Families

The vision of Partnership for Children & Families is to support young children and their families in Lee County.

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The Salvation Army

The Salvation Army can assist with food, clothing, and financial assistance.

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Upward Bound

The Upward Bound (UB) program is a federally-funded educational program which provides free services to high school students in preparation for college. Students must be in 9th grade or higher to enroll in the program. This a great opportunity to help build skills, promote motivation, and pursue college.

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CCCC Youth Build

Central Carolina YouthBuild provides guidance and opportunity for local youth who have previously been met with barriers to achieving goals. Through YouthBuild, students will earn their GED or Adult High School Diploma, along with an industry-recognized credential in construction, culinary or nursing.

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