News & Announcements

Kindergarteners at Southeast Elementary strutted their stuff in adorable costumes to celebrate the successful completion of their lesson on the alphabet. If you missed their ABC Boot Camp Parade at SEE and Southeast High, no worries! We’ve got you covered. Click on the attached link to enjoy some highlights.

Congratulations to Kayden Peoples with West Lauderdale football for being recognized as the Wendy's, WTOK-TV, WLBT-TV, and WLOX-TV Giant of the Week. Click on the attached link to learn more about this honor.

There's fabulous news to share! For the third year in a row, the LCSD has earned an "A" rating! This 3-peat reflects the incredible dedication of our students, teachers, parents, and staff. Thank you to our entire community for your support as we continue to excel and prepare our students for the future. We are #LCSDExcellence We are #FutureFocused #3Peat

It's time to celebrate one of our own who has earned a prestigious national honor. Congratulations to Holden Anderson from Clarkdale High for earning the distinction of being a National Merit Semifinalist. Click on the attached link to hear what he has to say about the honor and his future plans.

Our commitment to providing a rich educational experience for students runs deep. Community partnerships are key. Special thanks to the Mississippi Children's Museum in Meridian for providing playbooks for our young learners at Clarkdale, Northeast, Southeast, and West Lauderdale Elementary Schools. Click on the attached link to learn more about this valuable partnership effort.

Community support plays a vital role in the success of our schools. Congratulations to Southeast Elementary, Northeast Elementary, and West Lauderdale Elementary for being awarded donations totaling $5,000, as part of the Happy Smiles Caring4Communities initiative. Click on the attached link to learn more about how the funds will be used.

Kindergartners at Clarkdale are reminding us how even the smallest actions can make a big difference. In recognition of International Dot Day, they are learning how everyone can make a mark that can have a positive impact. Click on the attached link to learn more about some of the students' activities.

The new year is off to a fabulous start, and the first edition of the 2024/25 newsletter is now available to prove it! Filled with details about upcoming events and golden opportunities, it's a great way to stay in the loop. Click on the attached link to view the publication, and learn about the many strides that are being made.

Today, we come together as a school community to commemorate the anniversary of the September 11th attacks. Clarkdale Elementary welcomed a special guest speaker to share insight about the significance of 9/11. Join us as we pay tribute to the past, honor the present, and look forward to a future built on the strength and compassion of our great nation. Click on the attached link to learn more about the observance at Clarkdale.

Here's some news that's sure to hit all the right notes! The holidays are coming early for our students. The first-ever LCSD Combined Chorus Holiday Showcase will be held at the MAEX in Meridian in December. The chorus is open to all LCSD high school students, and the first practice will be held on September 18. Click on the attached link to learn more about this exciting endeavor. We look forward to having students from each high school join in the fun!