Turf project underway at Lafayette County Schools
The new turf field and track costing $1.3 million is underway with the turf to be placed early next week at Lafayette School District. (June 4, 2013, Page 3)
Turning the Tassel
It’s that time of the year again. Water Valley and Oxford high schools are gearing up for graduation, while Lafayette held its ceremony last week. Check out our special Graduation 2013 section to find out more on the local graduates. (May 23, 2013, Page 1G)
County schools use bank to invest
Lafayette County School Board approved to use Trustmark for their new bank to place their general budget. (May 9, 2013, Page 2A)
LHS students succeed at science
Lafayette High School students had their first trip to the Science Olympiad this year and did well. (May 7, 2013, Page 5)
LHS choir selected to perform at Carnegie Hall
Lafayette High School Choir will travel to Carnegie Hall in March 2014 but must first raise the funds to attend. (April 2, 2013, Page 1)
LHS ROTC students advance to academic finals
The Lafayette Air Force Junior ROTC Academic Team are in the top 16 teams in the nation and will compete in D.C. this June. (March 6, 2013, Page 14)
Local districts increase security
After the school shooting in Newtown,Conn., local school districts along with many others in the state, have evaluated security issues and are taking steps to increase safety in the schools. (March 1, 2013, Page 1A)
Lee named county’s top teacher
Janine Lee was named district teacher of the year for Lafayette School District. (February 8, 2013, Page 1A, 10A)
LHS fire intentionally set
A fire at Lafayette High School remains under investigation today. (February 5, 2013, Page 1)
Local schools review safety
Local school districts reevaluate safety plans in wake of Friday’s shootings in Conn. (December 17, 2012, Page 1A, 10A)
