Lewisville Middle School

The 5 Royales -- Jimmy Moore, Obadiah Carter, Eugene Tanner, Johnny Tanner, and Lowman Pauling --
The quintet began as gospel group the Royal Suns in Winston-Salem in 1942.

A decade later (and after a few member changes) they sent a demo to Apollo Records.

The label wanted a group for rhythm and blues so The “5" Royales was born.

Their songs “Baby Don’t Do It” and “Help Me Somebody” topped the charts.

The group disbanded in 1964 but their talent lived on — they were inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2015.

The image is a mural in Winston Salem featuring the group on the corner of Trade and 8th streets

To learn more about The 5 Royales: https://www.5royalesmural.org/

https://rockhall.com/inductees/5-royales/

Listen to The 5 Royales: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m-AeAQOQ4yU

Spurgeon Ellington, 1st Lieutenant and Tuskegee Airman --
Born in Winston Salem

Graduated from Atkins High School

Graduated from WS Teacher’s College

1942 enlisted in the Army

On May 28, 1943, he won his wings as a part of class 43-E-SE and was assigned to the 100th Fighter Squadron, 332nd Fighter Group.

For his heroic actionsin the war, Ellington was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross.

In 1945, Ellington and fellow pilot, Richard W. Hall, were killed
in an airplane accident while stationed at Tuskegee Army Air Field.

To learn more about Spurgeon Ellington:
https://cafriseabove.org/spurgeon-neal-ellington/

https://americanarchive.iwm.org.uk/archive/person/spurgeon-neal-ellington

Carl Eller - Professional Football Player (defensive end) --
Born in Winston Salem

Attended Atkins High School

Played football at the University of Minnesota

Drafted and played all but one year of his career for the Minnesota Vikings

left end of a ferocious defensive line often referred to as “The Purple People Eaters”

won Super Bowl in 1969

six Pro Bowls and was presented with the George Halas Award as the NFL’s leading defensive player in 1971

NC Sports Hall of Fame 1991

Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2004

To learn more about Carl Eller: https://www.pro-football-reference.com/players/E/ElleCa00.htm

https://www.dncr.nc.gov/blog/2016/01/25/nfl-star-carl-eller-born-winston-salem

https://www.profootballhof.com/news/2013/03/news-carl-eller-returns-to-winston-salem-for-hometown-hall-of-famers-plaque-ceremony/

Dr. Charles L. Kennedy -- Air Force Veteran and Doctor --
Charlotte Native

Air Force Veteran

Bachelor’s degree from Johnson C. Smith University

medical degree from Meharry Medical College in Nashville

first Black student to hold a residency at Bowman Gray School of Medicine (now Wake Forest University School of Medicine)

In 1967, he opened a pediatrics practice in east Winston- Salem, and for 20 of his 40 years practicing medicine, he was the city’s only Black pediatrician

He was also the first African American chief of pediatrics at Forsyth Medical Center

To learn more about Dr. Charles Kennedy: https://school.wakehealth.edu/about-the-school/alumni-relations/catalyst/catalyst-spring-2022/in-memoriam

https://wschronicle.com/four-trailblazing-doctors-whose-legacy-of-service-lives-on/

https://www.thecharlottepost.com/news/2021/09/12/local-state/dr.-charlie-kennedy-first-black-physician-at-nc-baptist-hospital-dies/

Lester E. Ervin -- firefighter, Fire Chief --
One of the eight original Black firefighters hired by the city of Winston-Salem to create the city’s and the state’s first integrated Fire Company housed at Engine Company #4 on Dunleith Ave in 1951

promoted to Fire Chief making him the first Black American Fire Chief in the State in 1980

station was later renamed the Lester E. Ervin Fire Station in his honor

To learn more about Lester Ervin: https://www.cityofws.org/313/Early-African-American-Firefighters

https://triadculturalarts.org/index.php/timeline/lester-ervin/

Engine Company Number 4 Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6KbTCNvrHiI

Chris Paul -- Basketball Player (Point Guard) --
Graduate of West Forsyth High School

Attended and played basketball at Wake Forest University & led Wake Forest to its first-ever No. 1 national ranking

Hall of Fame-worthy career, earning 12 All-Star nods and two Olympic golds

Recently announced his retirement

To learn more about Chris Paul: https://www.nba.com/player/101108/chris-paul

Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cp3/

Watch some highlights of his career: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4G-FLYI2MJI

If your student is going into a new school next year, including students going into grades 6 and 9, or if you need a new bus stop for any other reason, make sure to call your student’s school and request a new stop.

This applies to:
ALL rising Kindergarteners, rising 6th graders, & 9th graders need to request a new bus stop!

NEW BUS STOP REQUESTS & CHANGES ARE ALSO FOR:
- students needing a change to their current bus stop.
- students who are moving / relocating but will remain at the same school.
- students who did not need bus transportation this school year but will need bus transportation for next school year.

Please contact your CURRENT school.
Please submit requests by May 8, 2026.

Maya Angelou -- Poet / Author, Civil Rights Activist, Professor at Wake Forest University -
best known for writing
“I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings”

her poem “On the Pulse of Morning,” delivered at President Bill Clinton’s 1993 inauguration

professor of American studies at Wake Forest University, a position she held for over three decades

Her legacy endures through a number of institutions bearing her name throughout the city, including the Maya Angelou Women’s Health at Forsyth Medical Center

To learn more about Maya Andelou: https://www.mayaangelou.com/

Maya Andelou writing contest: https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/page/maya-angelou-essay-contest

https://www.womenshistory.org/education-resources/biographies/maya-angelou

Listen to her speak about courage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x9HVJwZdKgw

Out of Zone registration is now Open.
Please use the Apply Now button below to apply.

Out of Zone Application Period Grades 1st-8th
2/13/2025-2/20/2026

If you are interested in a Magnet School for the 2026-2027 school year please call our office to be added to the waitlist: 336-748-3302

Kindergarten Only Magnet and Choice Application Period
3/16/2026-4/17/2026

Kindergarten Out of Zone Period
5/1/2026-5/8/2026

Use the Apply Now button below to log in or create an account to submit your application.
https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/page/student-assignment

WS/FCS is committed to providing all students with high-quality and engaging school choice options in every zip code to graduate with interpersonal, academic, and workforce skills to compete globally and contribute to society. Students in Winston-Salem/Forsyth County have opportunities unlike any other system in North Carolina. WS/FCS choice options serve every kind of student. Families may choose from their residential, zone, or magnet schools.

Differences Between Magnet and Choice Schools
Magnet Schools: offer diverse and inclusive educational opportunities for grades K-12 through specialized programs in the arts, stem/steam, international baccalaureate, dual immersion, and career pathways.
Choice schools: allow parents to choose from their residential schools, another school inside their zone, or a magnet school.
At every school, students are led by teachers and staff members dedicated to helping them grow as students and people.

More information: https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/page/student-assignment

LMS Spring Picture Day is coming soon!
February 26, 2026

Scan the QR code or visit the website:
http://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch.pictureDayId/EVTC78PQ3?utm_source=flyer

Picture day code: EVTC78PQ3