REMINDER: Limestone County Schools will be closed Monday, February 17, 2025 in observance of Presidents' Day.
Our 11th grade students across the district traveled to Calhoun this week to meet John Baylor from OnToCollege, a platform used by our students for ACT prep. Meeting Baylor allowed our students the opportunity to gain expert insights into the ACT process, including rest prep strategies, application tips, and time management skills ahead of the upcoming ACT in March.
LIFE SKILLS 101: Seniors at Ardmore High School may still be months away from graduation, but on Monday they spent the morning preparing for life after high school.
As part of Senior Professional Day at the school, the group participated in round-table sessions with teachers and members of the community. Sessions included mock interviews, vehicle maintenance, basic first aid, tie tying, self-defense, finance 101, and traffic stop 101.
Limestone County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Several of our buses experienced minor issues this morning and single-digit temperatures are expected overnight. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding during this time. Stay safe and warm!
Limestone County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay Tuesday, January 21, 2025. All 240 day employees should report at normal time. With these extremely cold temperatures, we want to remind our bus riders to bundle up while waiting at the bus stop. Dress in layers and wear hats, gloves, and scarves.
UNIFIED: It was a cold start to the school day Friday morning, but inside the gym at Ardmore High School , nearly two dozen students were about to warm the hearts of many.
With their Tiger jerseys on, music blaring, and ready for tip-off, students in Kaitlin Sparkman’s special education class rallied around their coach for one final pep-talk before game time.
“Let’s go!,” one student shouted.
Then, the buzzer sounded, and it was time for Sparkman’s Unified basketball team to hit the court for a friendly game of basketball against their peers from Hazel Green.
The best part? Both inclusive basketball teams consisted of students with special needs or disabilities.
This is the first year for Ardmore’s team, which was started by Sparkman.
“I want them to feel they can do anything they set their mind to,” Sparkman said. “It’s important to do this for them so that they feel included in the community. Just because they have a disability does not mean they have limitations of what they can do.”
When the final seconds ticked off the clock, it didn’t matter what the score on the scoreboard was. The smile on the faces of all the athletes said it all.
They were all winners.
Welcome Back! We hope everyone enjoyed their time in the snow this weekend. Because of improved conditions, Limestone County Schools will operate as normal Monday, January 13, 2025.
Due to the threat of winter weather, Limestone County Schools will be closed Friday, January 10, 2025. All extracurricular activities scheduled for the weekend are suspended as well. While school-issued devices are being sent home with students this afternoon, these will only be used if e-learning is necessary for early next week. We will continue to monitor weather conditions throughout the weekend and will make another announcement Sunday evening if needed.
ENGAGE. ENLIGHTEN. EMPOWER: We welcomed nearly 1,200 employees to Elkmont High School Monday morning as part of our annual county-wide meeting. It was an honor to have Kim Bearden join us to help kick-off 2025 and the second half of the school year!
Congratulations to all of our Miss Merry Christmas attendants!
Emily Francis Zirbel- Ardmore High School
Alyssa Gilliam- Clements High School
Whitley Talbert- East Limestone High School
Jessa Usery- Elkmont High School
Kali Adams- Tanner High School
JuliAnn Kylle- West Limestone High School
Alivia Davis- Limestone County Career Technical Center
CELEBRATE: Monday was a day of celebration across the district as we honored our exceptional educators and support personnel who have made an impact on the lives of students.
This year, we are pleased to announce Brooke Holland, of Tanner Elementary School, as our Elementary Teacher of the Year, and Glennis Black, of the Limestone County Career Technical Center, as our Secondary Teacher of the Year.
Reagan Clem of Tanner Elementary School is our Educational Support Person of the Year.
We are proud to celebrate these outstanding educators and are grateful for all they do to support and encourage the growth and development of our students.
Congratulations once again to all of our winners!
Several students in the Teaching and Training program at Limestone County Career Tech visited our Early Learning Academy this morning to lead several fun, hands-on activities.
Earlier this fall, Limestone County Schools implemented the Early Learning Academy, an employee childcare program. It's located on the campus of Piney Chapel. The goal is not only to provide affordable childcare for our employees, but to help with recruitment and retention efforts as well.
Our 5th grade students spent last week learning about cotton and the many uses of it. As part of their lesson, they took a field trip to the cotton gin at the Associated Growers Co-Op where they learned what happens from the time the cotton arrives until it's shipped out.
STATE OF EDUCATION: It was a great morning at the Athens-Limestone County Chamber of Commerce State of Education forum. Superintendent Dr. Randy Shearouse, along with Limestone County Career Technical Center Director Vince Green, were both panelists for the event. The forum served as a great opportunity to hear about the progress being made, and the successes and challenges facing our leaders and the District.
NIGHT OF THE BANDS: All six of our high school band programs took the field last night in a Limestone County exhibition at East Limestone High School. They all did a phenomenal job showcasing their talents! We wish each program the best as they continue their marching and competition season.
Several of our schools have been celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month lately. On Monday, Tanner Elementary School Counselor Clerk, Mrs. Esperanza and her sister TES Parent Liaison Mrs. Hilda, shared a family tradition from their home country of Panama with students. Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 through October 15.
Limestone County teachers, staff, and administrators from across the district attended or facilitated professional development on Wednesday. From teachers to child nutrition, administrators, coaches, and more, classrooms were filled with the sights and sounds of instruction and collaboration as our employees sharpened their knowledge and skills to meet the needs of our students.
Due to the potential of flash flooding and gusty winds, Limestone County Schools will operate on a 2-hour delay Friday, September 13. Given the forecast, this will allow for a safer commute to school for our staff and students. Bus drivers will have greater visibility with the later start as well, allowing them to avoid any potential road hazards. Please stay safe and stay weather aware through the night.
NEVER FORGET: In honor of the September 11th anniversary, students enrolled in the Public Safety Academy at the Limestone County Career Technical Center took time Wednesday to not only remember those who lost their lives, but to honor those who made sacrifices that day as well. The students climbed 96 flights of stairs in honor of the flights that were climbed by first responders on that day in 2001.
OPPORTUNITIES AWAIT: Juniors and seniors from across the district had a chance to explore post secondary options today during a college fair on the campus of Athens State University.
