Lamar School District will be in session tomorrow, January 14, 2025. Some bus routes may vary due to the conditions of county roads. Lamar transportation will be running snow routes for certain areas. These may be found on our website. Please stay safe, and thank you for your understanding.
Important Announcement for Lamar School District Families
Due to a number of district county roads still being unsafe for our buses, Lamar Schools will be closed on Monday, January 13, 2025. Please stay safe, and thank you for your understanding.
Important Announcement for Lamar School District Families
Due to the forecasted winter storm and potential hazards from freezing temperatures, Lamar Schools will be closed on Thursday, January 9 and Friday, January 10, 2025.
Given the unpredictable timing of the storm and our commitment to the safety of our students and staff, we believe this is the best decision.
Thank you for your understanding, and please stay safe.
Lamar School District Families,
As we look ahead to the winter weather expected Thursday and Friday, we wanted to keep you informed about how we will handle any changes to the school schedule. While we know the weather can be unpredictable, we're ready to keep you updated!
In the event of an early release or school closure, we will notify you through our automated messaging system, the district website, and our Facebook page.
Please be aware that, depending on the timing of the weather, we may need to release school early on Thursday. We encourage you to plan ahead just in case!
The safety of our students and staff is always our top priority, and we truly appreciate your understanding as we monitor the forecast. Stay safe and warm!
If you plan on purchasing a senior ad for the yearbook, the deadline is THIS FRIDAY, January 10! Please access the QR code via the attached image, or contact a member of the Yearbook Team (or hit up Mr. Dalton directly!)
Likewise, any questions hit up one of the Yearbook Staff!
Remember, FRIDAY, JANUARY 10 is the deadline!
Transportation Update: All bus routes, including the Pig route (Ozone) will run this afternoon.
Thank you Arkansas Game and Fish for the Grant. This will help purchase clays and shells!!!!
A big THANK YOU to the Arkansas Game and Fish for our Wildlife Education Grant. This will go a long way in helping the Archery Club!!
Transportation Update: The Pig bus route (Ozone) will not run this morning due to slick mountain roads. All other routes will run as normal.
Merry Christmas!
🎄 Sweet holiday memories in the making! Our K12 Culinary team had a wonderful time decorating Christmas cookies with the students from Lamar Elementary. Nothing brings more joy than seeing young faces light up while creating their own festive cookie masterpieces!
Special thanks to our dedicated food service staff for sharing their decorating skills and bringing holiday cheer to our young students. These are the moments that make school lunch programs truly special.
Our 6th grade gifted and talented students had the opportunity to attend a Soft Skills Workshop at Guy-Fenter Education Cooperative, led by agents from the County Extension Office. Students participated in engaging lessons on:
• Polished Conversations
• Sending Thank You Letters
• Customer Etiquette
• Phone and Online Etiquette
• Dinner Etiquette
These essential life skills will help our students build confidence and make a positive impression in any setting. A big thank you to the County Extension Office for this valuable experience!
Reminder: Lamar School District will have early dismissal on Friday, December 20th, 2024. All Schools will dismiss early, the dismissal times for each school level are as follows:
• Elementary School:
Car Rider Dismissal Time: 12:08 pm
Bus Rider Dismissal Time: 12:15 pm
• Middle School
Car Rider Dismissal Time: 12:19 pm
Bus Rider Dismissal Time: 12:20 pm
• High School
Car Rider Dismissal Time: 12:19 pm
Bus Rider Dismissal Time: 12:19 pm
View the full letter here:
https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/5131/LSD/5082344/doc05115920241203110514.pdf
Congratulations to the 2025 Basketball Homecoming Royalty. Homecoming is January 24, 2025.
The 8th grade Career Development class experienced the interview process. Students had to complete a resume, study their job, and dress for success.
Mrs. Palmer's Career Development class completed their pizza box project. The pizza box project is a 3D image of their future career. Students had to research the education needed, salary, work schedule, and duties for the job they chose. Thank you Pizza Pro for providing the pizza boxes.
Join the Warrior Junior and Senior High Competitive Cheerleaders on Friday, December 13th at 6:00 PM in the LHS Gym. Both teams will showcase their 2024 competition routines full of skills, stunts and, of course, SPIRIT!
The Senior High team will be compete one final time for the 1-4A Co-ed State Championship on Friday, December 20th. Thank you to all of the faculty, families and community members that continue to support our Cheer program!
🎄🎅 HOLIDAY SPIRIT WEEK ALERT! 🤶✨
Get ready for the most festive week of the year! Our school is bringing the Christmas cheer with EPIC dress-up days before break:
Our 3rd grade GT students had an incredible experience touring the State Capitol building! 🏛️ They learned about the rich history of this iconic landmark and got an inside look at the important work that happens there every day. Such a great opportunity to connect with our state's government and history! 🌟
🎶✨ You're Invited! ✨🎶
Join us for the Middle and High School Choir Winter Concert this Sunday at 2 PM! 🌟
🎭 Special Highlights:
The debut of our first-ever musical performance!
The band will be providing refreshments before the performance starts and during intermission.☕🍫
🎟️ Admission: Free!
Let’s welcome the holiday season together with the incredible talent of our choir. We promise an afternoon filled with beautiful music, festive spirit, and unforgettable moments.
📍 Location: Lamar High School Cafeteria
Bring your friends and family – we can't wait to celebrate with you! 🎄🎤🎶