LOWER LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Very soon we will be able to read all about what’s happening at Lower
Lee Elementary School in the school’s newspaper entitled, The Lower Lee Times. The school’s
newspaper staff is diligently working on publishing the newspaper by the end of the month. On
Tuesday, February 7, 2017, the school’s newspaper had the pleasure of hosting a special visitor,
Ms. Tenell Felder. Ms. Felder is an editor at the Chronicle Independent Newspaper and
graciously spoke to the school’s newspaper staff about her career in journalism. She also gave
the students interview tips and she closed with a Question and Answer session. Congratulations
to the Lower Lee Elementary School newspaper staff on their new project. We look forward to
reading all about Lower Lee Elementary School in The Lower Lee Times.
Fourth grade students at Lower Lee Elementary School are excited about
becoming international pen pals with a group of fourth grade students in Jamaica. The students
mailed their first letters on last week and they are patiently awaiting a response from their
Jamaican peers. Nowadays electronic communication is at the forefront of our society; however,
becoming pen pals has several benefits for the students: it enhances both their reading and
writing skills, promotes patience, sparks interest in social studies, and supports the development
of social skills. Thank you to fourth grade teacher, Ms. Jean Moore, for presenting the idea to
the class. Ms. Jean Moore is an international teacher from the beautiful island of Jamaica.
Fourth grade students at Lower Lee Elementary School are learning all about
civil engineering in Ms. Toretha Wilson’s art class. The students used 25 craft sticks to build a
bridge that can hold the weight of a hot wheels car. Ms. Toretha Wilson has also collaborated
African-American history into civil engineering lesson by presenting the students with
information on well-known African-American civil engineers. Currently the students are
learning about Harriett Tubman and the Underground Railroad.
Photos Included:
Lower Lee Elementary School’s newspaper staff pose with Ms. Tenell Felder, Editor at the Chronicle
Independent Newspaper. Pictured from left to right: Zachery McClellan, Mylasia Dennis, MaKalia Rouse,
Candria Merritt, Ms. Tenell Felder, MaJailia Rouse, Xavier Jackson, and Yi’Dayja Baker
Fourth grade student, DeMarqus Geddis, works on his
letter to his Jamaican pen pal
Fourth grade student, Ni’Shawn Zimmerman, works
on his letter to his Jamaican pen pal
Fourth grade student, Jaheim Burroughs, works on his letter
to his Jamaican pen pal
Fourth grade student, Laila Spann,
constructs her bridge
Fourth grade student, Montia Gregg, constructs
her bridge
Fourth grade student, Kayla Rogers, constructs her bridge
WEST LEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Ms. Arlene Henry’s fourth grade class are preparing
graphic organizers to illustrate the United States branches of government. The students were
organized into three groups and each group examined a branch of government and presented
their findings to the class.
Ms. Carmella Graham-Wilson’s fifth grade science class is
studying volcanology. The students have been tasked with a special project to build volcanoes
from various materials and make them erupt using a combination of vinegar and baking soda.
February 6 -10, 2017 was National School Counselors
Week and West Lee Elementary made sure that they expressed their gratitude to their school
counselor, Ms. Delphine Thomas. The students presented Ms. Delphine Thomas with
certificates that listed why they love their school counselor. National School Counselors Week
highlights the tremendous impact school counselors can have in helping students achieve school
success and plan for a career. National School Counseling Week is always celebrated the first
full week in February.
West Lee Elementary School held their annual African-American Heritage Program on Tuesday,
February 7, 2017. The 4K and 5K students performed, “I Have a Dream.” The program was a
huge success. West Lee Elementary School would like to thank the parents, faculty, and staff
who attended and/or assisted with the program.
Upcoming Events February 8, 2017: Fifth grade students Washington Field Trip deposit due
February 14 – 17, 2017: Dance Residency
February 17, 2017: Muffins for Moms / Donuts for Dads, 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.
February 21, 2017: Spring pictures (Students may dress up for pictures)
February 21 – 24, 2017: Dance Residency
Photos Included:
Students present Guidance Counselor, Ms. Delphine Thomas, with a
special token of appreciation
4K and 5K students perform, “I Have a Dream,” at the school’s annual African-American Heritage Program
Students, Tanashia Stuckey, Anjhualik Addison, and Emily Amado, perform a
skit about Mrs. Rosa Parks at the school’s African-American Heritage Program
Alexis McCauley works on her volcano
Fourth grade students, Maurice McCalley, Mauriana
Rufus, and Anhjlik Addison, collaborate on their
social studies project
Fourth grade students, Davion Montgomery, Malachi Johnson, Tanisha Stuckey, and Emily
Amodo prepare their graphic organizer on the United States branches of government
Fourth grade students, Malasia Jackson, Tavon McFadden, Hakeem Watters, and Nykiece Porter finalize
their graphic organizer on the United States branches of government
Fourth grade students, Nyjerria Harris, Eniya Goodwin, Jonathan Henry, and Nate Wilson work diligently on
their social studies project
LEE CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL
Lee Central Middle School’s 21st Century Community Learning Center
after school program in collaboration with District Parent Liaison, Ms. Gwendolyn Frederick,
presented a “Winter Extravaganza” on December 21, 2016. The parent workshop stressed the
importance of literacy skills and how they are essential to good communication needed in
today’s workplace. Motivational strategies used at Lee Central Middle School were discussed
along with the enjoyment of reading for entertainment. Parents were also advised to visit the Lee
Central Middle School Parent Resource Center located in the school’s Media Center.
Ms. Beverly Osborne Scholars, Coordinator from Central Carolina Technical
College, visited Lee Central Middle School’s afterschool program. Ms. Osborne offered
encouragement to students to set priorities for future achievement; the first priority being school
work. The students were given strategies of how to excel in advanced and honor classes, summer
enrichment programs, and to work towards dual enrollment and pre-college classes. Ms. Osborne
also emphasized the importance of goal setting and to use your time wisely in community
service. Additionally, she discussed the significance of appropriate body language and respectful
speech and behavior towards peers and adults at all times. Students were advised to set SMART
goals because they are necessary in school, careers, and personal life.
Lee County native, Mr. Cedric McDuffie, is the local leader in the Iron
Man Outreach program. This facet of the 21st Century Community Learning Center addresses
young men in the area of laying the foundation of skills needed to be successful. Mr. Cedric
McDuffie, who is also a Coach with the District, teaches the youngsters the importance of
maintaining a sense of self-discipline and a positive attitude to shape their future success.
Photos Included
Eighth grade math teacher and After School Coordinator, Ms. Devetter Bradley
presents a parent with a token of appreciation
Ms. Gwendolyn Frederick, District Parent Liaison, talks to parents about the importance of literacy
Ms. Beverly Osborne, Scholars Coordinator from Central Carolina Technical College
poses with Lee Central Middle School students
Ms. Beverly Osborne, Scholars Coordinator from Central Carolina Technical College
talks to Lee Central Middle School students
Mr. Cedric McDuffie mentors to Lee Central Middle School’s young males
LEE COUNTY CAREER AND TECHNOLOGY CENTER
This year the Lee County Career and Technology Center’s DECA Chapter
was one of three schools in the state of South Carolina to receive recognition for their hard work
and dedication. They earned THRIVE Level recognition for the fifth consecutive year. In order
to earn recognition, the DECA Organization completed three school reach activities, submitted
success stories of alumnus of Lee Central High School, and sponsored three community outreach
activities. The DECA Organization will receive a pennant, plaque, flag and three allocations to
attend the ICDC Conference on Friday, March 3-5, 2017, at the North Charleston Convention
Center in North Charleston, South Carolina.
The DECA Emerging Leader Honor Award recognizes senior members who
have been involved at the local, chartered association and DECA Inc. levels. These are members
who have maintained at least a 3.2 cumulative grade point average, have completed at least one
course in marketing, business management and administration, entrepreneurship, finance or
hospitality and tourism, and have participated in a variety of activities that have helped them
become community oriented, professionally responsible, experienced leaders in their
communities. The following students were recognized as the 2017 DECA Emerging Leader
Award Recipients: Kennedy Corley, Katrina Love, and John Kelley. Congratulations to the
award recipients!
LEE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL
Ms. Tara Satterfield, Admissions Counselor and
Recruiter, from Allen University visited Lee Central High School on Tuesday, January 31, 2017
to present seniors with scholarship awards. Allen University awarded the students with more
than $40,000.00 in scholarship money. Congratulations to the scholarship recipients!
Photos Included:
Lee Central High School senior shows off his scholarship award
with Ms. Tara Satterfield, Admissions Counselor and Recruiter
from Allen University
Ms. Tara Satterfield speaks with Lee Central High School
scholarship award recipients
Ms. Tara Satterfield from Allen University poses with Lee Central High School scholarship award recipients
Ms. Tara Satterfield from Allen University congratulates Lee Central High School scholarship award recipients