Bringing Characters to Life in ELA
6th grade students in Ms. Bruno, Ms. Liberti, and Ms. Pittman's ELA classes participated in both a "Reader's Theatre" activity and a "Character in the Hot Seat" activity for the passage "Charles" by Shirley Jackson to further their understanding of how characters respond, grow, and change throughout a story.
6th grade students in Ms. Bruno, Ms. Liberti, and Ms. Pittman's ELA classes participated in both a "Reader's Theatre" activity and a "Character in the Hot Seat" activity for the passage "Charles" by Shirley Jackson to further their understanding of how characters respond, grow, and change throughout a story.
LES ATTENDANCE REWARD
Each homeroom is working to assemble its very own Mr. Potato Head. Every day that all students are present, the class gets to add a piece. Once their Potato Head is complete, they earn a chip party with a special guest!
Congratulations to Ms. Gatlin’s and Ms. Flautt’s classes, who completed their Potato Heads and enjoyed their attendance reward last week!
Each homeroom is working to assemble its very own Mr. Potato Head. Every day that all students are present, the class gets to add a piece. Once their Potato Head is complete, they earn a chip party with a special guest!
Congratulations to Ms. Gatlin’s and Ms. Flautt’s classes, who completed their Potato Heads and enjoyed their attendance reward last week!
Friendly Competition
Mrs. Dalton’s second grade math classes used “Trashketball” to review skills and prepare for an upcoming math test.
Mrs. Dalton’s second grade math classes used “Trashketball” to review skills and prepare for an upcoming math test.
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Our LES Pre-K students in Ms. Gatlin’s class enjoyed a visit with Officer Hunter from the Oxford Police Department!
MATH IN ACTION
Our LUES students are building their math skills through hands-on activities, collaboration, problem-solving, and creative challenges.
From comparing quantities and practicing division strategies to solving multi-step word problems and working with decimals, our students are finding meaningful ways to put their math skills into action!
Our LUES students are building their math skills through hands-on activities, collaboration, problem-solving, and creative challenges.
From comparing quantities and practicing division strategies to solving multi-step word problems and working with decimals, our students are finding meaningful ways to put their math skills into action!
KINDERGARTEN APPLE TASTING
After learning about apples over the past two weeks, Ms. Burk's LES kindergarten students put their learning to the test with an apple tasting. They sampled different varieties and picked their favorites!
After learning about apples over the past two weeks, Ms. Burk's LES kindergarten students put their learning to the test with an apple tasting. They sampled different varieties and picked their favorites!
IT PROFESSIONALS DAY
Thank you to our Information Technology professionals for the expertise and support that power our schools.
REMINDER TO MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Don't wait to plan for college. Get help early for MS Aid, FAFSA, and more.
This Tuesday, Sept 15th - LHS Commons
Don't wait to plan for college. Get help early for MS Aid, FAFSA, and more.
This Tuesday, Sept 15th - LHS Commons
LAFAYETTE COUNTY & OXFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY SEPTEMBER CALENDAR
6th grade students in Ms. Liberti, Ms. Bruno, and Ms. Pittman’s ELA classes developed a deeper understanding of theme through a Socratic seminar on Robert Frost’s poem “The Road Not Taken.”
Commodores sail despite some rain and start the season 3-0 after a home win versus Port Gibson. The Commodores remain at home next week for homecoming vs Lewisburg.
Here's next week's schedule for the LHS Homecoming festivities.
Have questions about Mississippi’s new school attendance policy?
Join LOU Reads for a panel discussion to learn what the changes mean for students and families. Families, caregivers, and community members are invited to attend, ask questions, and learn more.
📅 Monday, September 14
⏰ 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library
🧸 Childcare will be provided.
For more information, contact LOU ELC Coordinator Cara Buffington at cbbuffington@oxfordsd.org or 662-234-3541.
Join LOU Reads for a panel discussion to learn what the changes mean for students and families. Families, caregivers, and community members are invited to attend, ask questions, and learn more.
📅 Monday, September 14
⏰ 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library
🧸 Childcare will be provided.
For more information, contact LOU ELC Coordinator Cara Buffington at cbbuffington@oxfordsd.org or 662-234-3541.
6th GRADE MATH
Our 6th graders put math skills to work with a real-world shopping activity! Students used grocery store prices to calculate unit rates and compare costs per ounce, pound, and item to determine the best value. A practical way to apply ratios and rates to everyday life.
Our 6th graders put math skills to work with a real-world shopping activity! Students used grocery store prices to calculate unit rates and compare costs per ounce, pound, and item to determine the best value. A practical way to apply ratios and rates to everyday life.
SUMMER READING SUCCESS
These students completed activities throughout the summer to earn stamps on their Summer Reading Program bookmarks through the Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library. We’re proud of them for keeping reading a priority during the summer!
Pictured: Kenny Mullin, Waylon Gibens, Elliot Maxwell, Mary Marshal Phillips, Hazel Gibens, and Finlee Haynie
Not Pictured: Ruthie Henry
These students completed activities throughout the summer to earn stamps on their Summer Reading Program bookmarks through the Lafayette County & Oxford Public Library. We’re proud of them for keeping reading a priority during the summer!
Pictured: Kenny Mullin, Waylon Gibens, Elliot Maxwell, Mary Marshal Phillips, Hazel Gibens, and Finlee Haynie
Not Pictured: Ruthie Henry
4th GRADE STORY DETECTIVES
Miss Spencer’s students explored chronological text structure by piecing together scrambled stories using transition words, context clues, and text evidence. Then, they put their skills to work creating their own narratives.
Miss Spencer’s students explored chronological text structure by piecing together scrambled stories using transition words, context clues, and text evidence. Then, they put their skills to work creating their own narratives.
PINK OUT FUNDRAISER
The 2026 Pink Out shirt is officially live! The order form may be accessed via the attached link and printed. Forms and payments may be turned into any of the school front offices and are due on September 25th!
Link: Pink Out Shirt Form
RED BALLOON DAY
Today, our LES family celebrated Will on Red Balloon Day, helping raise awareness of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). We’re proud to stand with Will and his family and show our support!
Today, our LES family celebrated Will on Red Balloon Day, helping raise awareness of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD). We’re proud to stand with Will and his family and show our support!
LMS RECOGNITIONS
Congratulations to our August Lifeline Award recipients at LMS! This award recognizes students and staff who support, encourage, and help others feel welcomed and connected. Congratulations to our outstanding student recipients and to Ms. Ariel Booker, our teacher award recipient!
Congratulations to our August Lifeline Award recipients at LMS! This award recognizes students and staff who support, encourage, and help others feel welcomed and connected. Congratulations to our outstanding student recipients and to Ms. Ariel Booker, our teacher award recipient!