Please see the note from Dr. Chris Dossenbach.
"Dear families,
Days like today don't come often for us. It is a reminder that learning also happens in moments of joy, wonder and play. So stay warm, be safe and let kids be kids - sled, laugh and soak it all in. School will be back soon enough so go enjoy a good old-fashioned snow day!
Lee County Schools will be closed tomorrow (2/2/2026) for students and staff.
With gratitude,
Chris Dossenbach"
You heard it from Dr. Dossenbach! No school tomorrow! Go have a blast!
Students should hold onto the remote work packets that were sent home on Friday in case they are needed later in the week, but they do not need to complete them for tomorrow! Stay safe & make some great memories!
Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference every day? Lee County Schools is hiring! 📚🚌🔧
We’re seeking:
👩🏫 Teachers & Teacher Assistants
🏫 Support Staff & Office Support
🧹 Custodians
🔧 Maintenance (HVAC)
🥗 Child Nutrition
🚌 Bus Drivers
📅 Saturday, February 28, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 SanLee Middle School
2301 Tramway Rd, Sanford, NC 27330
✅ On-site interviews available
✅ Learn more about our schools and departments
👉 Register now: bit.ly/LCSSpring2026JobFair
Come be part of a team that inspires students and strengthens our community. We can’t wait to meet you!
If remote instruction is needed, there will be no live classes, and assignments will not be due until five days after our return to campus. Work will focus on reinforcing previously taught skills and concepts. Families are encouraged to allow students to work in short, manageable chunks of time while enjoying the snow and time with family.
Again, no decisions have been made at this time. We are closely monitoring the weather, and when decisions are made, they will be shared on our website, social media, and through all local media outlets. Thank you for your continued support as we work to keep students safe and learning.
🎉 Preschool Enrollment Now Open! 🎉
Join the Floyd L. Knight Children’s Center Falcon Family for the 2026–2027 school year 🦅💙
If your child turns 4 years old before August 31, 2026, we’d love to hear from you! Our preschool offers a fun, engaging, and supportive learning environment led by certified teachers and a creative, developmentally focused curriculum.
✨ Program Details:
🕢 7:30 AM – 2:30 PM
➕ Aftercare available until 3:30 PM
📅 Follows the LCS calendar
💲 $125 per week (+ $25/week for aftercare)
🌟 Why families choose Floyd L. Knight:
✔️ 5-Star Center
✔️ Certified Teachers
✔️ Library & Field Trips
✔️ Gym Class & Creative Curriculum
✔️ LetterLand & Heggerty
⏰ Limited spots available — now enrolling for August 2026!
📞 For more information or to register, please contact Natalie White at
919-774-4634 ext. 5307
📚✨ Give your child a strong start — we can’t wait to welcome them!
This delay will allow for travel during daylight hours, helping ensure the safety of our buses and student drivers.
Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
Due to unsafe road conditions, all schools will operate on a remote learning day tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27, 2026, for all students.
Teachers sent home assignments on Friday in anticipation of possible remote instruction.
Staff will have an optional workday with a three-hour delay.
Teachers sent home assignments on Friday in anticipation of possible remote instruction.
Important reminders for families:
• There will be no live/virtual instruction
• Students will have five school days to submit remote learning assignments
• Students are not expected to work for hours at a time or follow a traditional school-day schedule
• Short, manageable work periods, breaks as needed, and time with family are encouraged
State law allows school districts to use up to five remote instruction days per year during inclement weather without requiring days to be made up.
Thank you for your continued support as we prioritize the safety of our students and staff.
B.T. Bullock Elementary continued their reign at the 3rd Annual Lee County Schools Elementary Chess Championships delivering another dominant performance and taking home the team title once again.
Leading the Bengals was top-seeded Maci Houchins, who won all six of her matches, including a thrilling finals victory over Broadway's Benjamin Reible. The tournament also featured exciting moments across the boar, including a dramatic semifinals upset by Broadway, and a strong third place finish by Tramway over J. Glenn Edwards.
Read more about the tournament: http://lee.k12.nc.us/article/2653943
Congratulations to all of our student chess players for their strategy, focus, and sportsmanship!
With a winter storm and extremely cold temperatures forecasted for this weekend, our schools are preparing for the possibility of remote instruction next week. As a precaution, teachers are sending home remote learning packets today in case weather conditions require a shift to remote instruction.
If remote instruction is needed, there will be no live classes, and assignments will not require computer or internet access due to the potential for power outages. Work will focus on reinforcing previously taught skills and concepts. Students will have five days after returning to school to submit assignments, and families are encouraged to allow students to work in short, manageable chunks of time.
Again, no decisions have been made at this time. We are closely monitoring the weather, and when decisions are made, they will be shared on our website, social media, and through all local media outlets. Thank you for your continued support as we work to keep students safe and learning.
Tonight is the night!
Parents of 5th Graders, come and see for yourself all that Lee County Schools has to offer your student in middle school at Middle School Preview Night.
Join us at Dennis Wicker Civic Center at 6 pm for an interactive night to answer your questions and help you find out more about the many opportunities that await your child in middle grades education with LCS!
By partnering with families and connecting students to community resources such as counseling services, health care, housing assistance, and food support, they help remove barriers to learning and promote stability, resilience, and success. We are grateful for the compassionate professionals in our local public schools who ensure students have the support that they need, both in school and beyond.
#LCSthrive #WellBeingWednesday
Today, we honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., whose words and actions continue to call us toward justice, equity, and service to others.
Dr. King reminded us, "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." His message challenges us to reflect on our shared responsibility to create inclusive, respectful, and supportive communities ... especially within our schools.
On this Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we reaffirm our commitment to educating students not only academically, but also as compassionate citizens who understand the power of empathy, courage, and standing up for what is right. We hold this commitment, not just because students who can 'walk a mile in another's shoes' are prepared to thrive ... they are poised to bring a community along with them.
#LCSthrive
Read more here: https://www.lee.k12.nc.us/article/2640327
#LCSthrive #CTEworks #FutureFocusedFriday
Our board members serve with integrity and purpose, helping guide the future of our district by ensuring strong governance, fiscal responsibility, and student-centered decision-making. Their work often happens behind the scenes, yet the impact is felt in every classroom, school, and program across our district.
On behalf of the whole district, we extend our appreciation to our board members for the time, care, and thoughtful leadership they provide year-round. Thank you for serving our schools and our community!
#LCSthrive
For Debbie Eller, kindergarten is about more than learning letters and numbers - it's about building relationships that last a lifetime. Since joining Tramway Elementary School in 2020, Eller has become known as the "Smartie Queen," a champion of kindness through her classroom "bucket fillers," and a teacher whose students - yes, even her former "COVID babies" - still come back to visit years later.
"I hope the kids know they can always come back to me," Eller shared. From leadership lessons on the carpet to showing up for students at soccer games and dance recitals, she believes that relationships truly matter in learning. Get to know the heart behind the classroom and why Debbie Eller says teaching at Tramway is all about community.
Read her full "Meet the Staff Monday" story here: https://www.lee.k12.nc.us/article/2630338
#LCSthrive #MeetTheStaffMonday
At Lee County Schools, we are invested heavily in high-quality, intentional early literacy instruction today - not just to prepare students for the next grade level - but for long-term academic achievement and lifelong learning. Strong readers become confident learners, and confident learners are prepared to thrive in the classroom and beyond.
#FutureFocusedFriday #LCSthrive #EarlyLiteracy
Broadway's tight knit staff banded together during 2024-2025, tirelessly working to improve student performance and accelerate student growth. It paid off with a tremendous 9-point jump in the school's overall performance grade from the state. It was growth well worth celebrating and a ceremony to formally present the Head of Class Award to the school is coming soon.
From ecstatic smiles to happy tears, the educators at Broadway showed a full range of emotions, further illustrating their passion & commitment to the students and families at their school. Thank you to the Lee County Education Foundation for making moments like this possible and congratulations, Wildcats! You earned it!
We are excited to welcome all students back to school tomorrow as we begin the next chapter of the school year together. Classrooms are ready, staff are eager, and we look forward to seeing familiar faces back in our hallways.
Please remember to set alarms, prepare backpacks, and arrive on time as we return to our regular schedules. Let's make it a strong start to a great semester of learning and growth!
#LCSthrive #WelcomeBackStudents
As we welcome a new year, we are grateful for our students, families, staff and community partners who make learning, growth, and success possible every day. Together, we look forward to new opportunities, continued collaboration, and supporting every student as they learn, lead, and thrive in 2026.
Wishing our Lee County Schools family a year filled with health, hope, and achievement!
#LCSthrive
