Please see the attached letters regarding the Baylor University and USDA Meals-to-You program.  Lamar County Schools is now accepting enrollment in this home meal delivery program that will begin in the near future and continue through the end of the school year.  Please visit https://mealstoyou.org/emergency-meals-to-you-application/ to fill out the registration application.  The deadline for registration is Thursday, May 14, 2020.  Please apply quickly to secure meal delivery.  All students who have received free/reduced lunches during the school year are able to receive these meals during this time.  You will not be able to apply after the deadline, so please apply today!

CNP Letter to Parents about Meals to You Program

FAQ about Meals to You Program

Meals to You FAQ page 2

The Lamar County Child Nutrition Program will resume our Meals to Go on Monday, April 6 and Thursday, April 9. We will be serving a breakfast and a lunch on both days at the following locations:

• South Lamar School
• Sulligent High School
• Vernon Elementary School
• Lamar County High School

Children must be in the vehicle to receive a meal.  Please fill out the CNP Meals to Go Google Form so we may better serve you.  This does not guarantee meals, only to give us numbers so we will know how much food to prepare.  This is on a first-come, first-serve basis, until the food is gone. 

Lamar County School District School Closure Update - March 16, 2020

The Alabama State Department of Education has mandated that we provide learning opportunities during the closure.  If your child’s teacher is using Google Classroom, you will find assignments there. If your child’s teacher does not use Google Classroom, you may pick up lessons in your school’s office Tuesday, March 17, 2020 and Wednesday, March 18, 2020 between the hours of 8:00am and 2:00pm.  

If your child has problems logging into Google Classroom or has forgotten their login information, please contact their teacher.  If their teacher is not available at the time, you may also contact Falla Bradford, LCBOE Secretary, at fbradford@lamarcountyboe.com.

We will continue to post updates on Facebook and our website, www.lamarcountyk12.com.

Lamar County School District COVID-19 Update - March 15, 2020

This afternoon, Superintendent Herron met with Principals, Board of Education staff, CNP, and Transportation to discuss information from Alabama State Superintendent, Dr. Eric Mackey.  Due to absences being excused Monday - Wednesday, it would be in our best interest as a district to close beginning tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2020. At this time, students will not report for classes until Monday, April 6, 2020.  

Schools will be open tomorrow from the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If your child needs to pick-up items from their lockers, they may do so during this time.  Nurses will be in their offices during this time if your child has medications on file. No medication will be distributed to a student, an adult must be present to pick up their medication.  

Teachers may come on campus tomorrow if they wish to clean their classroom or pick-up any items they may need.  We ask that you do not come back to campus after tomorrow so that the campus has no risk of contamination.  

Employees will be paid on Wednesday, March 18, 2020.  Those that still receive printed checks may pick them up at the Board of Education between the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If they are not picked up, they will be mailed.  

There are to be no extracurricular activities to include, but not limited to, practices, weightlifting, games, performances, plays, or conferences.  No student should be on campus during this break. The break will only be successful if everyone will stay home.  

*A few of the events that have been postponed/rescheduled.

• The ACT test that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 will be postponed until a later date.  
• The LCHS prom that was scheduled for April 3, 2020 will be rescheduled at a later date.  
• The Surplus Property Bid Opening that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 has been postponed until a later date.  
• The Pre-K Random Drawing that was scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2020 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 15, 2020.

We will continue to push information out as it is received.  

Lamar County School District COVID-19 Update - March 14, 2020

Last night, Governor Ivey issued a State of Emergency for the State of Alabama and mandated the closure of Alabama public schools for a 2.5 week break.

All Lamar County Schools will be in session and on regular schedule Monday, March 16 through Wednesday, March 18, 2020. All Lamar County students will be out beginning Thursday, March 19 through Friday, April 3, 2020. No extracurricular activities will take place during the break.

We will provide additional details as they come from the Alabama State Department of Education and other agencies.

We understand there are many questions about this situation. We have been planning for this since the beginning, and as this evolves we will be able to finalize and implement these plans. We will push information out as soon as it is available.

Information on Wellness and COVID-19 (Coronavirus)

Even though there has not been any reports of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) in our state or schools, we are diligently monitoring the situation.

As always, Lamar County Schools encourage families to ensure children who are sick remain home for at least 24 hours fever free (without medication) before returning to school.  

Other helpful ways to stay well:

1. Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
2. Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.  Then wash your hands.
3. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
4. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
5. Stay home when you are sick, except to get medical care.  You should remain home until you have been fever free for 24 hours, without medication.
6. Wash your hands often with soap and warm water, for at least 20 seconds.  

For more information, please click here.

Lamar County School District COVID-19 Update - March 15, 2020

This afternoon, Superintendent Herron met with Principals, Board of Education staff, CNP, and Transportation to discuss information from Alabama State Superintendent, Dr. Eric Mackey.  Due to absences being excused Monday - Wednesday, it would be in our best interest as a district to close beginning tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2020. At this time, students will not report for classes until Monday, April 6, 2020.  

Schools will be open tomorrow from the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If your child needs to pick-up items from their lockers, they may do so during this time.  Nurses will be in their offices during this time if your child has medications on file. No medication will be distributed to a student, an adult must be present to pick up their medication.  

Teachers may come on campus tomorrow if they wish to clean their classroom or pick-up any items they may need.  We ask that you do not come back to campus after tomorrow so that the campus has no risk of contamination.  

Employees will be paid on Wednesday, March 18, 2020.  Those that still receive printed checks may pick them up at the Board of Education between the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If they are not picked up, they will be mailed.  

There are to be no extracurricular activities to include, but not limited to, practices, weightlifting, games, performances, plays, or conferences.  No student should be on campus during this break. The break will only be successful if everyone will stay home.  

*A few of the events that have been postponed/rescheduled.

• The ACT test that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 will be postponed until a later date.  
• The LCHS prom that was scheduled for April 3, 2020 will be rescheduled at a later date.  
• The Surplus Property Bid Opening that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 has been postponed until a later date.  
• The Pre-K Random Drawing that was scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2020 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 15, 2020.

We will continue to push information out as it is received.  

Lamar County School District COVID-19 Update - March 15, 2020

This afternoon, Superintendent Herron met with Principals, Board of Education staff, CNP, and Transportation to discuss information from Alabama State Superintendent, Dr. Eric Mackey.  Due to absences being excused Monday - Wednesday, it would be in our best interest as a district to close beginning tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2020. At this time, students will not report for classes until Monday, April 6, 2020.  

Schools will be open tomorrow from the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If your child needs to pick-up items from their lockers, they may do so during this time.  Nurses will be in their offices during this time if your child has medications on file. No medication will be distributed to a student, an adult must be present to pick up their medication.  

Teachers may come on campus tomorrow if they wish to clean their classroom or pick-up any items they may need.  We ask that you do not come back to campus after tomorrow so that the campus has no risk of contamination.  

Employees will be paid on Wednesday, March 18, 2020.  Those that still receive printed checks may pick them up at the Board of Education between the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If they are not picked up, they will be mailed.  

There are to be no extracurricular activities to include, but not limited to, practices, weightlifting, games, performances, plays, or conferences.  No student should be on campus during this break. The break will only be successful if everyone will stay home.  

*A few of the events that have been postponed/rescheduled.

• The ACT test that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 will be postponed until a later date.  
• The LCHS prom that was scheduled for April 3, 2020 will be rescheduled at a later date.  
• The Surplus Property Bid Opening that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 has been postponed until a later date.  
• The Pre-K Random Drawing that was scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2020 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 15, 2020.

We will continue to push information out as it is received.  

Lamar County School District COVID-19 Update - March 15, 2020

This afternoon, Superintendent Herron met with Principals, Board of Education staff, CNP, and Transportation to discuss information from Alabama State Superintendent, Dr. Eric Mackey.  Due to absences being excused Monday - Wednesday, it would be in our best interest as a district to close beginning tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2020. At this time, students will not report for classes until Monday, April 6, 2020.  

Schools will be open tomorrow from the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If your child needs to pick-up items from their lockers, they may do so during this time.  Nurses will be in their offices during this time if your child has medications on file. No medication will be distributed to a student, an adult must be present to pick up their medication.  

Teachers may come on campus tomorrow if they wish to clean their classroom or pick-up any items they may need.  We ask that you do not come back to campus after tomorrow so that the campus has no risk of contamination.  

Employees will be paid on Wednesday, March 18, 2020.  Those that still receive printed checks may pick them up at the Board of Education between the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If they are not picked up, they will be mailed.  

There are to be no extracurricular activities to include, but not limited to, practices, weightlifting, games, performances, plays, or conferences.  No student should be on campus during this break. The break will only be successful if everyone will stay home.  

*A few of the events that have been postponed/rescheduled.

• The ACT test that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 will be postponed until a later date.  
• The LCHS prom that was scheduled for April 3, 2020 will be rescheduled at a later date.  
• The Surplus Property Bid Opening that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 has been postponed until a later date.  
• The Pre-K Random Drawing that was scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2020 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 15, 2020.

We will continue to push information out as it is received.  

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Lamar County School District COVID-19 Update - March 15, 2020

This afternoon, Superintendent Herron met with Principals, Board of Education staff, CNP, and Transportation to discuss information from Alabama State Superintendent, Dr. Eric Mackey.  Due to absences being excused Monday - Wednesday, it would be in our best interest as a district to close beginning tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2020. At this time, students will not report for classes until Monday, April 6, 2020.  

Schools will be open tomorrow from the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If your child needs to pick-up items from their lockers, they may do so during this time.  Nurses will be in their offices during this time if your child has medications on file. No medication will be distributed to a student, an adult must be present to pick up their medication.  

Teachers may come on campus tomorrow if they wish to clean their classroom or pick-up any items they may need.  We ask that you do not come back to campus after tomorrow so that the campus has no risk of contamination.  

Employees will be paid on Wednesday, March 18, 2020.  Those that still receive printed checks may pick them up at the Board of Education between the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If they are not picked up, they will be mailed.  

There are to be no extracurricular activities to include, but not limited to, practices, weightlifting, games, performances, plays, or conferences.  No student should be on campus during this break. The break will only be successful if everyone will stay home.  

*A few of the events that have been postponed/rescheduled.

• The ACT test that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 will be postponed until a later date.  
• The LCHS prom that was scheduled for April 3, 2020 will be rescheduled at a later date.  
• The Surplus Property Bid Opening that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 has been postponed until a later date.  
• The Pre-K Random Drawing that was scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2020 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 15, 2020.

We will continue to push information out as it is received.  

Lamar County School District COVID-19 Update - March 15, 2020

This afternoon, Superintendent Herron met with Principals, Board of Education staff, CNP, and Transportation to discuss information from Alabama State Superintendent, Dr. Eric Mackey.  Due to absences being excused Monday - Wednesday, it would be in our best interest as a district to close beginning tomorrow, Monday, March 16, 2020. At this time, students will not report for classes until Monday, April 6, 2020.  

Schools will be open tomorrow from the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If your child needs to pick-up items from their lockers, they may do so during this time.  Nurses will be in their offices during this time if your child has medications on file. No medication will be distributed to a student, an adult must be present to pick up their medication.  

Teachers may come on campus tomorrow if they wish to clean their classroom or pick-up any items they may need.  We ask that you do not come back to campus after tomorrow so that the campus has no risk of contamination.  

Employees will be paid on Wednesday, March 18, 2020.  Those that still receive printed checks may pick them up at the Board of Education between the hours of 8:00am - 11:00am.  If they are not picked up, they will be mailed.  

There are to be no extracurricular activities to include, but not limited to, practices, weightlifting, games, performances, plays, or conferences.  No student should be on campus during this break. The break will only be successful if everyone will stay home.  

*A few of the events that have been postponed/rescheduled.

• The ACT test that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 will be postponed until a later date.  
• The LCHS prom that was scheduled for April 3, 2020 will be rescheduled at a later date.  
• The Surplus Property Bid Opening that was scheduled for Tuesday, March 17, 2020 has been postponed until a later date.  
• The Pre-K Random Drawing that was scheduled for Wednesday, March 18, 2020 has been rescheduled for Wednesday, April 15, 2020.

We will continue to push information out as it is received.