🎄 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! 🎄🎤🎶
Our school community came together for a heartwarming Thanksgiving celebration! Students and families shared a wonderful meal, creating memories and celebrating gratitude together. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event so special. 🦃❤️ #SchoolCommunity #Thanksgiving #FamilyTime
Students in Coach Brown's Professional Communication course put their skills to the test by participating in mock interviews. Many thanks to our volunteers who provided their time and feedback for each student.
Rebecca Willems, Associate Director of Admission, University of the Ozarks
Dana Harkreader, Financial Analyst Lead, Energy
Becky Hutchinson, Dept. of Community Corrections, Career and Planning Placement Specialist
Rebekah Yount, Supervisor, Student Services & Retention, Pearson Virtual Schools
Nick Yount, Asset Protection Ops Manager, Walmart Distribution Center
Ethan Fleming, Teacher Intern, University of the Ozarks
UPDATE:
The Lamar Fire Department has given the “all clear” and all students at Lamar Middle School have returned to class. Thanks again to all who assisted in ensuring the safety of all students and staff.
Lamar Parents and Community Members,
At approximately 1:30 PM the Lamar Middle School was evacuated due to an electrical issue within a rooftop HVAC unit. The fire department was called and arrived within minutes. Fire Department and LSD maintenance crews are currently assessing the situation. All students are safe and accounted for. A special thanks to the LMS administration, faculty, staff, SROs, and the Lamar Fire Department for their quick response in ensuring the safety of our students.
Miss Mac's AP World History students recently participated in a gallery walk exploring their classmates' "Autopsy of an Empire" posters. In this project, students researched the achievements of these early modern empires and analyzed the causes of their eventual decline.
The Lamar Public School's annual Holiday Band Concert is December 15th, at 2pm in the High School Cafeteria. Beginner band, 8th grade Band, and the High School Band will perform our theme "Christmas Around the World". We hope to see you there!
Some of our 11th and 12th grade GT students recently had the amazing opportunity to tour the University of Arkansas! It was a fantastic experience exploring the campus, learning about academic programs, and envisioning their future possibilities. We’re so proud of these ambitious students as they take steps toward their dreams!
**🚫💧 Not a Water Cup Day! 🥤**
Our teachers got creative for **Not a Water Cup Day**, and the results are hilarious! 😂
From buckets to boots, our staff brought their A-game. 🏆
#TeacherFun #NotAWaterCup #WhoWoreItBest
Happy Thanksgiving to all our Lamar School District families! 🍁🦃
As we gather with loved ones today, we're grateful for our incredible students, dedicated teachers, supportive staff, and amazing community. We hope this holiday brings you moments of joy, connection, and delicious food.
Wishing everyone a wonderful day filled with love, laughter, and thankfulness!
Today, we celebrate Substitute Teacher Appreciation Day and the incredible individuals who step in and keep our classrooms running smoothly. 🌟 Whether it's sharing their knowledge, offering a helping hand, or simply bringing a smile to our students' faces, our substitutes go above and beyond every day. Your adaptability, dedication, and care make such a difference in the lives of our students and staff. We couldn’t do it without you—thank you for all that you do to keep our school community strong and thriving!
