
Congratulations to the LC School District!
We are proud to announce that our schools received top rankings in safety and climate in the latest evaluation. Thank you to our dedicated administration, teachers, and staff for working tirelessly every day to keep our students and team safe, supported, and ready to learn! (Note: Louisa West Elementary is not evaluated because of the younger grade level.) #LCisHome

Blaine Elementary is grateful for the Louisa Rotary Club's visit during Heritage Day! The group enjoyed lunch together and conducted their regular meeting. Mr. Jewell shared updates on upcoming school events, while Mrs. Slone, the organizer of BES Heritage Day, discussed the efforts that made the day a success.
We also thank the Louisa Rotary for their annual donation of dictionaries to the third-grade class! The students were thrilled to receive their very own dictionary! Additionally, the Rotary plans to donate dictionaries to all third-grade classes throughout the LC School District. We truly appreciate their generosity towards our schools and students! #LCisHome








Today, we celebrate our Blaine Elementary School Principal, Mr. Jewell! We recognize Mr. Jewell for being a champion for our school community. Leading a school takes vision, empathy, and continuous commitment. Thank you for inspiring staff, lifting up students, and making BES a wonderful place to learn and grow!
In honor of Principal Appreciation, Mr. Jewell took a few moments to reflect on those who have influenced and motivated him to become the person and leader he is today. He fondly recalls his first-grade teacher, Mrs. Loftis, and the significant impact she had on his life.
"When I think about the educators who have influenced me, both personally and professionally, I think about Mrs. Patsy Loftis, my first-grade teacher. At the time, I probably did not fully understand the impact she had on me. I simply knew that she was a teacher who cared. Looking back now, as a principal, I realize that what she gave me was much more than an education. She gave me encouragement, confidence, and the belief that I could become more than I may have believed I could become on my own.
"What Mrs. Loftis did differently was that she made me feel seen. She did not simply focus on what I could or could not do academically. She recognized the person behind the student. She encouraged me, challenged me, and made me feel that my effort was important. Her support helped me understand that struggling with something did not mean I was incapable of succeeding. It meant I needed to keep working, keep learning, and keep believing in myself. That kind of support can change the trajectory of a person's life. For me, Mrs. Loftis became one of those people who helped shape the path I would eventually take. Her influence helped me understand the power a teacher must have to make a difference in a student's life. Years later, I found myself pursuing a career in education and eventually becoming a principal. I cannot separate the educator I am today from the teachers who helped shape my understanding of what it means to care about students. Mrs. Loftis was one of those teachers.
"Now that I am a principal, I find myself carrying pieces of her example into my work every day. I try to remember that students need relationships before they can fully embrace expectations. I want to know my students, listen to them, encourage them, and recognize their successes—even the small ones. I want students to know that I see their potential and that I will not define them by one bad grade, one mistake, one behavior incident, or one difficult day. Mrs. Loftis also reminds me that our influence may not always be immediately visible. As educators, we may say something to a student today that they remember ten, twenty, or even thirty years from now. We may never know which conversation, compliment, challenge, or simple act of kindness becomes the moment that a student needs.
"That is the kind of principal I hope to be. I hope to make a difference in the lives of my students by creating a school where every child feels known, valued, safe, supported, and capable of success. I want our students to know that we believe in them, but I also want to hold high expectations for them because believing in someone means believing they are capable of growth. Sometimes making a difference will be something big. Other times, it may be as simple as greeting a student by name, asking how their day is going, celebrating their improvement, listening to a concern, or telling them, "I am proud of you." Those small moments matter.
"As a principal, I now have the privilege of being in a position to influence students in much the same way that Mrs. Loftis influenced me. I hope that when my students look back on their school years, they remember that there was an educator who believed in them, encouraged them, challenged them, and cared enough to help them see what they could become. Mrs. Loftis may have been my teacher, but her influence became part of my journey toward becoming an educator and principal. Her example reminds me every day that education is not simply about teaching students what they need to know. It is about helping them believe in who they can become. " In the greatest appreciation, Lee Jewell
#LCisHome #ThankAPrincipal #SchoolLeaders #PrincipalAppreciationMonth

We want to remind our LC families about our partnership with Three Rivers Medical Group, which provides school-based telehealth services to support your child's health. Telehealth visits typically address non-emergency, routine health issues during the school day—such as mild illness evaluations (rashes, sore throat, earaches, or cold symptoms) and routine checks.
Things to know about our Telehealth program!
Parental consent is required: Students only participate in school-based telehealth evaluations if a completed consent form from a parent or guardian is on file with the school district. The LC Telehealth Form at can be downloaded at
https://aptg.co/6dcBy4.
Telehealth supplements primary care, rather than replacing it: The program provides convenient, on-site acute and routine care at school, but it does not replace your child’s regular primary care doctor or require you to switch providers.
Visit summaries are shared with your family doctor: To maintain continuity of care, a detailed summary of every school telehealth visit is sent directly to your child's primary care physician.
The primary goal is to reduce lost instructional time for students and save parents from leaving work for minor medical visits. If you have questions or concerns about the Telehealth program, please contact Natalie Wellman, LC Health Nurse Coordinator, at natalie.wellman@lawrence.kyschools.us.
#LCisHome

Big congratulations to LC Football & Coach Short, who is now officially the all-time wins leader with 73 game victories in LC Bulldogs history! 🏈
Coach Short was deeply humbled by the achievement, sharing his heartfelt gratitude: "What a tremendous honor and milestone! Being mentioned alongside Coach Goldsmith, Coach Williams, and Coach Michael is a great honor. After 11 years, I am still humbled and grateful for the opportunity to lead this football program. This record would not be possible without so many people. My wife, Chelsee, and children, Ellie and Lucy, have supported our coaching journey from the very beginning. All of our players, coaches, and administrators over the last 11 years have contributed to this achievement. I have been blessed to work with some of the best over the last 11 years. I am thankful for the past and look forward to the future!"
With the victory over Mason County, Coach Short leads the all-time wins, with 73—and counting! Thank you, Coach Short, for your dedication, leadership, and relentless commitment to building a winning culture on and off the field. Here’s to many more victories on the road ahead!
Drop a red and black heart in the comments to congratulate Coach Short! 🖤
#LCisHome #LCBulldogs #BulldogPride #HistoryMade #73AndCounting #CoachShort

Parents and students, please complete the GEAR UP ELEVATE surveys by this Friday, October 16th!
The GEAR UP ELEVATE's focus is to help students pursue higher education!
- Increase postsecondary access
- Improve social-emotional learning, academic, and career development
- Exposure to college options, academic support, and financial aid guidance
Again, please complete the surveys by Friday, October 16, 2026! We appreciate you taking the time to complete these important surveys!
You can click on the survey links below or scan the QR codes.
Student Survey
https://forms.gle/fXYXYqmcfBBurTyo9
Parent/Guardian Survey
https://forms.gle/AVdJiP9NuhDprqHq7

The Lawrence County Bulldogs will play the Powell County Pirates tonight at 7:30 PM at Luke Varney Jr. Memorial Field!
Make plans to come out to LVJR and cheer for the Bulldogs! The forecast is calling for perfect football weather! #LCisHome
Listen @ Radio Broadcast: WKYH 99.3
Watch @ Hudl Live Stream: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/ky/louisa/organization/17689/lawrence-county-high-school

Lawrence County High School 2023 graduate Emmalee Holt and her team of fellow Marshall University scholars have secured an $8,684.95 "Magic Grant" from the Helen Gurley Brown Foundation to launch the InnovateHER STEM Camp. This new initiative encourages young women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.
For many young women entering science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields, stepping into a college classroom can mean stepping into a room where they are one of only a few women in their program. Recognizing the need to build early community, confidence, and real-world clarity, a group of Marshall University scholars is launching a new initiative to ensure young women know they belong in STEM from day one. The pilot program, InnovateHER STEM Camp, is scheduled to launch in summer 2027 and will run for three days for 25 rising high school freshmen.
The camp idea began with Marshall University’s inaugural cohort of BOLD Scholars (https://www.marshall.edu/bold/)—part of the BOLD Women’s Leadership Network funded by the Helen Gurley Brown Foundation to promote leadership, career development, and personal growth among female scholars. As part of their Spring 2026 BOLD curriculum, the cohort pitched a project for the foundation's "Magic Grant" competition. They used a "Design for Delight" framework facilitated through Marshall University’s iCenter. Holt’s team conducted research and interviews to identify the root causes of women's underrepresentation in STEM fields. The group ultimately found that the main issue facing women in STEM is a lack of community from male-dominated classes, which resonated with their team.
Bringing the vision to life required navigating a competitive pitch process. Guided by Marshall University's iCenter, the team refined their focus from a broad regional idea to a targeted program serving rural Appalachian students within Cabell and Wayne counties, with high hopes of future expansion into eastern Kentucky and southern Ohio. To secure funding, the group submitted a detailed written proposal followed by a timed pitch to the Helen Gurley Brown Foundation. After addressing some follow-up questions and refining details on scheduling, budgeting, and curriculum design based on foundation feedback, the group's grant request was approved.
Holt shared her reaction to her team’s project being selected to receive the grant. "Learning that we won the grant and that we
can help young girls feel more connected and empowered in STEM feels amazing. It is good to know I'll be helping young girls stay interested in STEM and boost their confidence. It’s something I wish I’d had in high school when I was deciding to pursue civil engineering. Furthermore, it feels great to help make an impact on girls in my region who will become the future of STEM."
InnovateHER plans to give attendees a genuine preview of professional life by providing:
Hands-on Academic Tracks: Campers will dedicate 8 to 9 hours over three days to specific disciplines, including Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Cybersecurity/Cyber-Forensics, and Medicine.
Final Presentation Challenge: Working alongside mentors, students will complete a hands-on challenge and present their solutions on the final day to fellow campers and family members.
Professional STEM Panel: Female industry professionals will share real-world advice, discuss career trajectories, and offer strategies for navigating male-dominated environments.
College Life & Community: Campers will experience residential living in dormitories and participate in evening community activities like movie and game nights.
We are so proud of Emmalee and her MU team for envisioning and bringing InnovateHER STEM Camp to life! This camp will run from July 21 to July 24, 2027, and student applications will open in Spring 2027.

October is National Principals Month, and we want to take a moment to celebrate the extraordinary leaders guiding our LC Schools every single day!
Our principals are the visionaries, problem-solvers, and biggest cheerleaders for our students, teachers, and staff. From early morning bus arrivals to late-night athletic games, performance rehearsals, and community events, their dedication creates safe, inspiring, and supportive environments where every student can thrive.
Thank you, principals, for your tireless hard work, leadership, and heart. You truly shape the future of our community, one school day at a time!
Help us celebrate! Drop a comment below to thank your school’s principal or share a favorite memory!
#LCisHome #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #SchoolLeaders #DistrictPride #EducationMatters #ThankYouPrincipals

September Attandance Champions: *Fallsburg Elementary School*
Most Improved Attendance Award: *Louisa Middle School*
We are so proud of these schools and their students for their dedication in attending school each day! Keep up the great work! Every day counts! #LCisHome

Parents/Guardians,
Please take a moment to fill out the Google form below to grant permission for your child to participate in the Kentucky Incentive for Prevention (KIP) Student Survey. This survey is aimed at our 6th, 8th, 10th, and 12th-grade students.
The survey will assist our schools in gaining a better understanding of students’ experiences, needs, health, and overall wellbeing. It is entirely anonymous and confidential. More details are provided in the form link to clarify what it involves.
If you have already submitted a permission form to your child's school, there is no need to complete this Google Form again!
Thank you for taking the time to complete this KIP survey and for supporting our Lawrence County students!
KIP Form Link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1KMN1qcNVmQkcxTk6p8T9mZ73GIJavSYn0DQegBypnBk/edit?ts=6ab28c72
There will be reading stations, s'mores snacks, prizes, and a book fair to shop! Join us in supporting this incredible event! #LCisHome

Check out the LC Schools Board Bulletin, Issue 2, which provides insights from the LC Board of Education meeting held on September 21st. Discover all the latest updates happening across the school district. Additionally, Louisa East Elementary School showcased its students performing the LC Alma Mater and the LC Fight Song to celebrate 50 years of homecoming! We are grateful to all the students and parents who attended the meeting. #LCisHome



Dear Parent and Guardians of 7th, 8th, and 12th grade students,
Parents and students, please complete the GEAR UP ELEVATE surveys by Friday, October 16th!
The GEAR UP ELEVATE's focus is to help students pursue higher education!
- Increase postsecondary access
- Improve social-emotional learning, academic, and career development
- Exposure to college options, academic support, and financial aid guidance
Again, please complete the surveys by Friday, October 16, 2026! We appreciate you taking the time to complete these important surveys!
You can click on the survey links below or scan the QR codes.
Student Survey
https://forms.gle/fXYXYqmcfBBurTyo9
Parent/Guardian Survey
https://forms.gle/AVdJiP9NuhDprqHq7

- Open to students in the LC School District, Pre-K through 5th grade!
- Registration is $50 (Please make checks payable to LCHS. You can mail checks to LCHS, 100 Bulldog Lane, Louisa, KY 41230, or pay in cash at the LCHS front office during school hours. Students' game jerseys will not be ordered until we receive registration payment!)
- Registration ends on Sunday, October 25th!
- Games start on Saturday, November 14th!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfGyn7z9Ed_HLqIG17UBQL_wJm2gZXupRr8NtE_p7N6tRuNZg/viewform?usp=dialog

Today is Custodial Appreciation Day! We are fortunate to have some of the most dedicated individuals working tirelessly to maintain our facilities and grounds in excellent condition. We are incredibly grateful for their hard work, care, and pride in every building. Thank you all for being an important part of our LC School Team! #LCisHome


After 39 years of dedicated service, LC Schools is celebrating a true Bulldog as he gets ready to begin his retirement! He ends his service to our schools within the Maintenance Department, where he will be deeply missed!
Doug “Bulldog” Vanhoose has been a beloved member of our school system for nearly four decades. Through the years, Doug has given his time, energy, and—most importantly—his heart to LC Schools.
Doug is more than an employee. He is part of the LC Schools family. His smile, personality, love for the Bulldogs, and passion for football have made him a familiar and cherished face throughout our schools and community. 🏈🐾
As Doug heads into retirement, we want him to know just how much he is appreciated. Thank you, Doug, for 39 incredible years of service to LC Schools! Your dedication and friendship have left a lasting mark on our district.
We wish you a retirement filled with plenty of relaxation, happiness, and time to enjoy the things you love most! 🏈❤️🖤
Congratulations on your retirement, Doug “Bulldog” Vanhoose!
Once a Bulldog, always a Bulldog! 🐾❤️🖤
#LCisHome #LCSchools #BulldogPride #ThankYouDoug #39Years #Retirement #OnceABulldogAlway

LCHS is hosting its 2026 Homecoming Dance this Saturday, Sept. 26th, from 7:00 -10:00 PM!
We're looking forward to seeing our students dressed up and enjoying themselves! #LCisHome

Come out and enjoy all the homecoming festivities happening at the Luke Varney Jr. Memorial Field!
At 6:45 PM, we'll announce our former homecoming queens to honor 50 Years of Homecoming!
Homecoming Game Matchup!
Lawrence County Bulldogs vs Letcher County Central Cougars
Game Time: 7:30 PM
During halftime, our 2026 LCHS Homecoming Queen will be announced!
We encourage everyone to come out and show your support for the Bulldogs! The forecast promises to deliver perfect football weather! Let's go, Bulldogs! #LCisHome

LC Schools will be closed from Monday, September 28th through Friday, October 2nd for fall break! We hope our students, their families, and our staff have an amazing week of relaxation and making memories! School will start back on Monday, October 5th! #LCisHome
