The Crab Orchard Elementary academic team was recognized for their outstanding achievements at last night’s working board meeting!
Congratulations to the following LCHS students for their successful results at the Educators Rising State Conference!
The Lincoln County Board of Education Working Meeting is tonight at 5:30 pm at the central office.
🔗 Agenda- https://portal.ksba.org/public/Agency.aspx?PublicAgencyID=103&AgencyTypeID=1
🔗 Livestream- https://youtube.com/live/tCyZJ-ib54A?feature=share
Next week is National Breakfast Week for our elementary and middle school students. Check out these great selections!
Recently, NHS conducted a sock drive for Fort Logan Cooperative Ministries which is located in Stanford.
National Honor Society President, Ella Franklin, and NHS member Erin Gooch are pictured with Stephanie Halcomb of Fort Logan Cooperative Ministries. This club is sponsored by Thea Long and Donya Robbins at LCHS.
There will be no school tomorrow (Thursday, 2/20) and Friday (2/21) for Lincoln County Schools. These will be traditional snow days.
There will be no school for Lincoln County Schools tomorrow (2/19/25) due to the forecast of incoming inclement winter weather. This will be a traditional snow day.
There will be no school for Lincoln County Schools tomorrow (Monday, 2/17) due to worsening road conditions this evening and flooding in some areas. This will be a traditional snow day.
Today is National School Resource Officer Day. Our district is thankful for the job our officers do every day for our students, staff and community.
🚨 Reminder:
There is school on Monday, February 17th. This was previously a staff work day but changed to make up for a snow day.
The Lincoln County Board of Education meeting is tonight at 5:30 pm at the central office.
Agenda: https://portal.ksba.org/public/Agency.aspx?PublicAgencyID=103&AgencyTypeID=1
Livestream: https://youtube.com/live/VLLFbsrYuAc?feature=share
Lincoln County Schools will be in session tomorrow, February 12th.
We do anticipate a few issues with roads, mainly with bus turn around areas. Our transportation department will be reaching out to families in impacted areas to make alternate plans for those students.
We greatly appreciate the patience and understanding from everyone and we are excited to see everyone back in school tomorrow. As always, feel free to contact your school or the central office with any questions or concerns.
Tuesday (2/11/25) will be NTI weather day #10 for Lincoln County Schools due to the forecast of incoming inclement weather.
Students will work from home and staff will follow the NTI weather day plan. Students should contact their teachers for assistance.
Please remember you have five days to complete your work. If you do not have your Chromebook at home please visit our website or social media pages for instructions on how to log into your account from a personal device.
This week is National School Counselors Week. Lincoln County Schools has amazing counselors who make a difference in the lives of students every single day. We are grateful to have such a great group of counselors who play an essential role in the success of our students.
We also must recognize the impact of our Social Emotional Behavior Specialists. They use a strength-based group approach to help youth overcome their challenges and improve outcomes in the areas of truancy, behavior, and academics.
April Vickers is a dedicated Social Emotional Specialist serving Crab Orchard, Highland, and Waynesburg Elementary Schools. A first-generation college graduate, April holds a Bachelor of Science degree and has been a vital part of the Lincoln County community since 2015. Before stepping into her current role, she worked as a flexible response therapist and case manager at a community mental health center, gaining valuable experience in supporting individuals and families.
April is deeply committed to building strong connections and rapport with her students. She works both individually and in group settings to help students develop skills for emotional regulation, good decision-making, and building self-confidence.
For April, the most important part of her role is ensuring that every student feels loved, cared for, and valued.
Her advice to students is simple yet powerful: “Own it. Own who you are, what you want, the consequences of your actions, your feelings, and your worth.” This mindset empowers students to take responsibility for their lives and embrace their individuality with confidence.
April’s passion for supporting the emotional well-being of students makes her a vital resource in the schools she serves, and she’s excited to continue making a lasting impact on the students of Lincoln County.
This week is National School Counselors Week. Lincoln County Schools has amazing school counselors who make a difference in the lives of students every single day. We are grateful to have such a great group of counselors who play an essential role in the success of our students.
We also must recognize the impact of our Social Emotional Behavior Specialists. They use a strength-based group approach to help youth overcome their challenges and improve outcomes in the areas of truancy, behavior, and academics.
Meet Savanna – Social Emotional Specialist at Stanford and Hustonville Elementary Schools
Savanna is in her first year as the Social Emotional Specialist at both Stanford and Hustonville Elementary Schools. A 2024 graduate of Eastern Kentucky University, Savanna holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and is excited to apply her knowledge to support young students in their emotional and social development.
Savanna believes that building a trusting relationship with each student starts with loving them for who they are. She takes the time to actively listen and guide students through their challenges, always striving to help them make positive changes. Her goal is to ensure every child feels valued, understood, and supported—sometimes through honest conversations that can lead to real growth.
In her small group sessions, Savanna uses a structured curriculum to support students who may be struggling with behavioral, social, or emotional challenges. She recognizes the importance of laying a strong emotional foundation during these early years, knowing it helps students build the resilience they will need throughout their lives.
Savanna’s dedication to nurturing the emotional well-being of students is a vital part of her work, and she’s excited to continue making a difference at Stanford and Hustonville Elementary Schools.
This week is National School Counselors Week. Lincoln County Schools has amazing school counselors who make a difference in the lives of students every single day. We are grateful to have such a great group of counselors who play an essential role in the success of our students.
We also must recognize the impact of the work of our Social Emotional Behavior Specialists. They use a strength-based group approach to help youth overcome their challenges and improve outcomes in the areas of truancy, behavior, and academics.
Dominique Atencio – Ms. Dom
In her first year as Social Emotional Behavior Specialist at Lincoln County Middle School, Ms. Dom has already made a meaningful impact on students, helping them develop the social and emotional skills needed to respond to situations in healthy, constructive ways. She loves connecting with students and creating a safe environment where they can learn, grow, and feel supported.
Having faced her own challenges, Ms. Dom understands the importance of having a support system in school, which is why she is so passionate about guiding students through difficult situations. She believes that if she can make a difference in just one student's life, she’s doing her job right.
Outside of her work, Ms. Dom enjoys playing softball, hiking to find beautiful waterfalls, and spending quality time playing games with her family.
Ms. Dom is excited to continue making a positive difference at Lincoln County Middle School, helping students build the emotional resilience they need to succeed both in and out of the classroom.
21st Century after school programming has been canceled this afternoon (Thursday, 2/6).
This week is National School Counselors Week. Lincoln County Schools has amazing counselors who make a difference in the lives of students every single day. We are grateful to have such a great group of counselors who play an essential role in the success of our students.
Chloe Wilcher has been a dedicated school counselor with the Lincoln County School District since 2020. Currently serving at Lincoln County High School, Chloe has also worked at Lincoln County Middle School, taught high school English for six years, and spent two years as an AmeriCorps worker. Her diverse background gives her a unique perspective on supporting students’ academic, emotional, and personal growth.
Chloe’s mission is to provide students with a safe, confidential space to express their concerns, while teaching them valuable coping skills for managing stress, anxiety, and emotional challenges. She takes a straightforward approach to counseling, helping students identify their problems, brainstorm solutions, and develop actionable steps. Chloe emphasizes the importance of setting clear goals, taking responsibility for choices, and developing practical skills that can help them succeed.
Her advice to students is simple but powerful: "Take responsibility for your choices, show up, do the work, and ask for help when you need it. Success isn’t about luck—it’s about effort and consistency. Stay focused, surround yourself with positive influences, and don’t make excuses. And most importantly, stop trying to grow up so fast—enjoy being in high school and being a kid!”
In addition to her work as a counselor, Chloe is serving as a representative on the KDE School Counselor Advisory for 2024-2026 and presented at the Las Vegas Innovative School Summit in 2023. Outside of her professional life, Chloe has recently discovered a passion for running and completed a leg in the Bourbon Chase. She loves spending time with her daughter and foster dogs, finding joy in the little things and the connections she makes along the way.
Chloe’s commitment to her students and her community makes her a valuable asset to Lincoln County High School, where she continues to inspire and guide students toward a successful future.
#WeArePatriots
This week is National School Counselors Week. Lincoln County Schools has amazing school counselors who make a difference in the lives of students every single day. We are grateful to have such a great group of counselors who play an essential role in the success of our students.
Madisen Hinkle is thrilled about her first year as a school counselor at Lincoln County High School, a place she is proud to call home. A native of Lincoln County, Madisen returned to her community with a deep passion for supporting young adults and helping them navigate their academic and personal journeys.
Her path to school counseling was driven by a desire to care for students and build trusting relationships. What Madisen loves most about her role is the opportunity to make a difference, particularly in those moments when she can make a student smile or laugh after a tough day.
Her dedication hasn’t gone unnoticed—Madisen was recently honored with the "Patriots Care" award, a reflection of how much her coworkers value the genuine care she shows for the students.
Outside of her work, Madisen enjoys photography, traveling, watching sports, and spending quality time with her family. She especially cherishes the time she gets to share with her fiancée.
Madisen is excited to continue making a positive impact at Lincoln County High School and is grateful to be back in the community she loves.
#WeArePatriots
This week is National School Counselors Week. Lincoln County Schools has amazing school counselors who make a difference in the lives of students every single day. We are grateful to have such a great group of counselors who play an essential role in the success of our students.
Chris Frith has dedicated his career to working with young people, from teaching to counseling, and has been a valued member of the Lincoln County High School staff since 2021. He’s navigated each role with dedication, always striving to ensure that every student has access to opportunities, support, and knows that he genuinely cares about their success.
Chris believes in putting family first, but that doesn’t stop him from giving his all to his students. He uses his personal interests—hunting, fishing, and farming—to connect with students in the rural community, creating bonds that go beyond the classroom.
A fun fact that many might not know about Chris: he holds a 5th degree black belt! His commitment to discipline and perseverance in all aspects of life makes him an inspiring role model for the students he serves.
Chris is passionate about supporting his students and is excited to continue helping them grow and succeed during their time at Lincoln County High School.
#WeArePatriots
