Lee County School District

Lee County Schools would like to recognize Tyler Hayes as one of our above and beyond recipients. Over the summer, Tyler was hired to teach Middle School Math, coach our Bobcat basketball team and became our district athletic director. He is excited to return to the classroom and also help the district however he can. You will no doubt see him at various athletic events and ball games over the course of the year.

In a way to be transparent, Lee County Schools wants to send out information and communicate with parents, staff and community. The safety of our students, staff and community is and will continue to be our #1 priority. Lee County Schools does not have an infestation of bed bugs. Our first sighting was in materials coming into our school around 2 weeks ago. We have had all areas at both schools professionally cleaned by Bluegrass Pest Control. After the initial sighting, we have seen less than 10 bed bugs, all in isolated locations in the district. Those isolated areas have then been treated by either professional services, our maintenance staff or both. Our schools are safe and we will continue to address issues as they arise. We also understand that we could clean diligently for days, weeks or months but bed bugs can migrate to schools once we start back. Since bed bugs are a migrating insect, we will continue to monitor, clean and stay proactive. Lee County Schools mitigation strategies: -Calls and letters have been sent to keep all stakeholders informed -Buildings have been professionally sprayed by Bluegrass Pest control -Our maintenance department has been sprayed and fogged all rooms at LCMHS and continue to fog as needed -Buses have been sprayed and buses will be fogged as needed -Information has been added regarding bed bugs on district website in order to support prevention -Students are not bringing in personal items into the building, such as backpacks -We will be providing clear vinyl backpacks to all students -Staff have been asked to declutter rooms -Home visits have been made to support families -In cases of recurrence we have contacted and enlisted appropriate social agencies -We have been in contact with the local health department for information, education and strategies for prevention and extinction -Contacted other school systems and agencies regarding their processes -Purchased special heaters for chrome books, books, clothes, etc. to help prevent anything from being brought into the schools -Limited objects and materials going home and returning

Lee County Schools would like to recognize Mr. Tony Barrett for being one of our October Above and Beyond recipients. Mr. Barrett works with our band and music program during school but also many hours after school and during the summer for our Marching Band and Pep Band. We chose Mr. B as a recipient prior to the state competition for his dedication and commitment to our Band program. Our band, under his leadership, then made finals at the Class A State Competition in Louisville and placed 5th in the state. Congratulations to Mr. Barrett, our band students and all our band parents (and staff).

In honor of National Bus Safety Week Lee County Schools would like to say thanks to all of our Bus Drivers. We really appreciate all that you do each and every day for our Students and the Lee County School District.

Lee County Schools would like to keep everyone informed to our upcoming important Fall and winter dates. We want everyone to come to school and learn but we also know a little relaxation and family time goes a long way. There is no school on the following dates: Woolly Worm break is from October 24th through 28th, Presidential election is on November 5th, Veteran's Day is on November 11th, Thanksgiving break is from November 27th through November 29th Christmas break is from December 23rd through January 6th Thank you for your continued support and have a great Woolly Worm Festival.

Lee County Schools would like to recognize Ashley Smith as one of our September Staff Above and Beyond Recipients. Mrs. Smith transitioned from LCE teacher to LCE Guidance Counselor over the summer. She has been learning her new role but also been implementing many of her own plans and programs that will impact students. She was taking her Safe Crisis Management training when we took the photo. Thank you Mrs. Smith!

This is Ray Shuler, Superintendent , Lee County Schools will be in session tomorrow Tuesday October 1 on regular schedule. Thank you.

Due to Lee County Schools closing, Lee County Schools Food Service will be dispersing meals today at 12 pm until 1 pm. The dispersal will be at back entrance to the high school as we did during Summer Feeding.

There will be NO school in Lee County on Monday, September 30, 2024. There are downed trees on bus routes and still many without power. This will NOT be an NTI day.

Lee County Schools will be closed on Friday, September 27th due to inclement weather with the potential for flooding, downed trees, wind and potential loss of electricity. Buildings will be closed to staff and students. This will NOT be an NTI day.

We wanted our Bobcat family to know some of the safety precautions that are place daily to make student and staff safety our top priority.

Lee County School Bus Drivers

The Lee County School system would like to say thanks to both the Lee County Road Crew and the State Road Crew for working to make sure all of our bus routes are clear and safe to travel.

In official action during the August 13, 2024 regular school board meeting, County Judge Executive Steve Mays swore in Gregory Stewart Brandenburg as the first Police Chief of the Lee County Schools Police Department. Chief Brandenburg will serve as SRO at Lee County Elementary School and will be a presence at extracurricular events and at LCMHS as needed. Chief Brandenburg will work closely with current LCMHS SRO John Marshall to provide safe and secure buildings at all district sites. Safe Schools Coordinator Phillip Angel said the district now has the "...best school resource officer team in the state." Superintendent Shuler added that the district has now met the state mandate that requires an SRO at each campus location. He further stated, "The Board, Mr. Angel, and I have been working to put an SRO in place at Lee County Elementary Schools for several months. This was not only to meet the state requirement, but to help ensure a secure environment for ALL Lee County students. Safety is always our first concern." Chief Brandenburg's first day on the job will be August 14. Pictured with Chief Brandenburg and SRO John Marshall are Safe Schools Coordinator Phillip Angel, Lee County Judge Executive Steve Mays, City of Beattyville Mayor Scott Jackson, and Superintendent Earl Ray Shuler.

Lee County Schools Police Chief Greg Brandenburg was sworn in by County Judge Executive Steve Mays during the August 13, 2024 Lee County Board of Education regular meeting. In his role as Police Chief, Greg will serve as School Resource Officer at Lee County Elementary School and LCMHS as needed to support LCMHS School Resource Officer John Marshall. Welcome to our team, Greg!

Lee County Schools Food Service would like to invite any parent or community member to join our local Wellness Committee. Anyone that would like to participate, email Jamie Shuler at jamie.shuler@lee.kyschools.us

Superintendent Earl Ray Shuler kicks off 2024-2025 Opening Day activities by addressing the entire staff of the Lee County School District. Mr. Shuler's theme for the 2024-2025 school year is "Together We Can."

Good Morning. Lee County Schools Food Service would like to invite everyone out for the final Summer Feeding Dispersal. Due to maintenance at the school, dispersal will be at the front of Lee County High School at the entrance to the Sedley Stewart Auditorium and The Gymnasium. This will be the last dispersal for the summer of 2024. We have enjoyed seeing everyone and hope that you all have enjoyed your summer break.

Lee County Schools Food Service would like to remind everyone of the summer feeding today. Today's dispersal will be for the entire week. It will be at the Lee County High School drop off between 11 am and 12 pm. We look forward to seeing everyone there.

Thanks to everyone that came out to our Registration Event today. It was great to see so many familiar faces. If you were unable to attend today, please try to come out on Friday, July 19th from 9 am to 6 pm at the High School Gym lobby. It's really important that we get updated information before the start of School on August 6th.