J. Glenn Edwards is currently experiencing a power outage due to an automobile accident. Students are safe and crews are working to restore power. It is not necessary to pick up your child, however if you choose to do so, please pick up by 2:00 p.m. Please see your email for additional information.
J. Glenn Edwards hosted the school's first Veterans Day Parade to honor those who are serving, have served, and the families in the school connected to our armed forces members. Find out more about their efforts to honor Veterans here and enjoy some photos here:
https://www.lee.k12.nc.us/article/1864626
Good morning Parents and Guardians. Attached here is the information on the infinite campus mobile app. This will give you access to your child's report card when they release. Have a great Monday!
Lee County Schools is partnering with Downtown Sanford, Inc., Visit Sanford and others to collect items for our neighbors in Western NC who have seen their communities and homes devastated by flooding. You can send donation items on the list below with your child to school or you can deliver your items to the Visit Sanford Welcome Center (229 Carthage St.) from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday.
We are accepting:
Bottled water or Gallons of water
Sports drink powdered packets
Baby wipes
Diapers (children's & adult sizes)
Baby formula
Bug spray
Sunscreen
Plastic utensils
Manual can openers
Trash bags
Non-perishable foods
Cleaning supplies
Plastic sheeting & tarps
Toothbrushes & Toothpaste
Toiletries & Sanitation Items
Pet food (dog & cat)
Hand sanitizer & wipes
Heavy duty work gloves
Socks (all sizes, unopened)
Thank you for your generosity and follow Downtown Sanford, Inc. for updates on these efforts.
Salvation Angel Tree Registration Information *Registration is October 3rd* Please see the flyer’s for more detail's.
LCS will operate on a 2-hour delay for students and staff on Tuesday, September 17. This delay will allow for additional daylight hours to ensure the safe travel of buses & provide extra time to make any necessary adjustments to our schedule should conditions change overnight.
JGE EC Department! Teaching like a Pirate!
Today some of our Military Group Students received a training on how to lower/raise and fold the American Flag properly! Thank you to our Fort Liberty Soldiers that took the time to come out and train our students!
Lee Co. Health Department will be holding an Immunization/Vaccine Clinic for school-required vaccines September 9th-18th. Call the Health Department at 919-718-4640 to schedule your student's appointment. Appointments can also be scheduled with your medical provider's office
As we look towards the first day for our traditional calendar schools tomorrow, we are glad to remind you that ALL students can receive FREE breakfast and lunch at every LCS Campus for the 2024-2025 school year! No forms are required! We are glad to be able to provide this service for our students. #LCSthrive
Back to School Bash at Jonesboro heights Baptist Church! Aug 10th from 11am to 2pm! Free School Supplies, Free Food, Bounce House, Prayer Table, and Resources/Family Help!
Students entering Kindergarten have entry requirements that include the appropriate type of vaccine administrations and the correct number of doses for the student's age. NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) has set up a new online dashboard to help parents determine the vaccine requirements for their child's entry to Kindergarten.
You can visit their dashboard by clicking here and review the graphic below provided by NCDHHS and the Lee County Health Department.
Parents and students, mark your calendars now for the 2024-2025 Open House at each of our traditional calendar schools across the district! We can't wait to see you back on campus soon. #LCSthrive
We are thrilled to announce that for the 2024-2025 school year, ALL students in ALL schools will receive FREE breakfast and lunch!
This incredible initiative ensures that every student can focus on learning, growing, and thriving without worrying about meals. Let's celebrate a year of educational success and well-nourished minds! Read more at https://bit.ly/LeeCoCEP
#LCSthrive
Kinder Bridge is July 30th to August 1st from 8am to 11am
Last Day of School May 24th 2024 is a half day
Graduations are coming up on May 23rd for kindergarten and 5th Grade. Please see your Teacher's for more information!
Tonight made it official as Principal Emily Mize, and Superintendent Dr. Dossenbach accepted the Purple Star School Award from NCDPI for J. Glenn Edwards Elementary! This represents the dedication of so many at JGE to serving military families. Read more: http://bit.ly/3JRgirs
Next week, May 6th-10th, is Teacher Appreciation Week! Join us each day in celebrating our AMAZING teachers!
The district-wide Lee County Schools Festival of the Arts is BACK! Tomorrow at W.B. Wicker from 2:30-5:30 come join us in celebrating the arts with an Art Show, ensemble performances and get your hands on some great items in the silent auction! See you tomorrow afternoon at WBW!
