Yesterday, February 1st, was the 66th anniversary of the sit-in at Woolworth's in Greensboro, NC.
"On February 1, 1960, four young African-American men, freshmen at the Agricultural and Technical College of North Carolina, entered the Greensboro Woolworth’s and sat down on stools that had, until that moment, been occupied exclusively by white customers. The four—Franklin McCain, Ezell Blair Jr., Joseph McNeil and David Richmond—asked to be served, and were refused. But they did not get up and leave. Indeed, they launched a protest that lasted six months and helped change America. A section of that historic counter is now held by the National Museum of American History, where the chairman of the division of politics and reform, Harry Rubenstein, calls it “a significant part of a larger collection about participation in our political system.” The story behind it is central to the epic struggle of the civil rights movement." -- Smithsonian Magazine -- https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/courage-at-the-greensboro-lunch-counter-4507661/
You can see the original, restored counter at the International Civil Rights Museum in Greensboro, NC. -- https://www.sitinmovement.org/
additional photos:
https://www.nps.gov/places/north-carolina-fw-woolworth-building.htm
https://civilrightstrail.com/attraction/international-civil-rights-center-and-museum-woolworths/
#LMS #blackhistorymonth
Due to unsafe road conditions, WS/FCS school and district buildings will be closed on Tuesday, February 3. All student activities, including afterschool programs, will be cancelled.
This will not be a remote learning day. Students are encouraged to enjoy the winter weather if it is safe to do so, spend time reading, and complete regular homework.
Only essential Operations staff will report. All other staff may use telework, annual leave, comp time or make up the hours, as their position allows.
Thank you for your understanding. Stay safe.
Unfortunately, we have had to cancel our rising 6th grader open house for this evening.
We will be rescheduling this event! Keep an eye out for more information!
Stay safe in the winter weather!
Due to unsafe road conditions, WS/FCS school and district buildings will be closed on Monday, February 2. All student activities, including afterschool programs, will be cancelled.
This will not be a remote learning day. Students are encouraged to enjoy the winter weather if it is safe to do so, spend time reading, and complete regular homework.
Only essential Operations staff will report if it is safe to do so. All other staff may use telework, annual leave, comp time or make up the hours, as their position allows.
Thank you for your understanding as we work to keep all staff and students safe.
Hello WS/FCS Families and Staff,
Due to continued unsafe road conditions, icy sidewalks and parking lots, WS/FCS school and district buildings will be closed to all staff and students on Friday, January 30. This will be a remote learning day for students.
Due to the weather forecast this weekend, all student and staff activities, and any other events held on campuses, will be cancelled through Sunday, February 1.
In order to receive credit for attendance on Friday, students must complete Day 3 of the remote work packets sent home last week. Turn the work in when we return to school.
Only essential Operations staff will report if it is safe to do so. All other staff may use telework, annual leave, comp time or make up the hours, as their position allows.
Staff may pick up paychecks at Payroll between 12-2 pm Friday. Please observe caution while traveling.
Thank you for your understanding as we work to keep our community safe.
In order to receive credit for attendance, students must complete Day 1 of the remote work packets sent home last week. Turn the work in when we return to school.
Only essential Operations staff will report if it is safe to do so. All other staff may use telework, annual leave, comp time or make up the hours, as their position allows.
We hope you stay safe and warm!
Was your student: sick? tardy? out of town? had an appointment?
Please submit your attendance notes online by scanning the QR code and filling out the form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1aDh_kJT2AUTb_I_1KGYB9hHlE1LczclJ0p65Fb_DlIg/viewform?edit_requested=true
Paper notes will no longer be accepted.
Thank you!
Thank you for all you do for LMS!
Drashti will compete in the state Science Fair in February.
Way to go, Drashti!
Online Parent Registration Meeting: Rising 9th Grade Students
WS/FCS parents of rising 9th-grade students are invited to a Virtual Registration Information Meeting on February 4, 2026 from 6-7:30pm.
Learn about the high school registration process, important timelines, and how to best prepare your student for a successful transition to high school.
This session will provide valuable information, helpful tips, and guidance to ensure you and your student feel confident and ready for this exciting next step.
Join virtual meeting
Online Parent Registration Meeting: Rising 6th Grade Students
WS/FCS parents of rising 6th-grade students are invited to a Virtual Registration Information Meeting on February 3, 2026 from 6-7:30
Learn about the registration process, important timelines, and how to best prepare your student for a successful transition to middle school.
This session will provide helpful guidance and an opportunity to ensure you feel informed and ready for this next step in your child’s educational journey.
Join the virtual meeting
Our Lions have been hard at work this school year! Check out the Lions that have made Honor Roll for Q2!!
For a full list of this year's Honor Roll students, click here: List of Honor Roll Students
Way to go Lions!!
Topic - Mental Health & Substance Use in our Community
JOIN US!
Monday, February 23, 2026
5:30-7:30 PM
Career Center High School
910 Highland Ct. Winston Salem, NC 27101
Spanish Translators available
Entire Family Welcome!
Discussions:
How to talk with your kids about mental health & drugs
Trends in mental health & substance use in Forsyth County
And more!
Along with:
Parent & Youth (8th thru 12th graders) sessions
Anonymous Q&A
Community Resource Fair
Questions? Contact Keisha Horton, kshorton@wsfcs.k12.nc.us or Hannah Phillips, phillihg@forsyth.cc
Teacher of the Year - Mr. Jennings, Business Education
Certified Instructional Support Personnel of the Year - Ms. Burleson, Social Worker
Classified Employee of the Year - Ms. Parker, Teacher Assistant
Thank you for all you do for the students, families, and staff at LMS!
Raider Reveal
January 14th, 2026
5:30pm – 7:00pm
Are you interested in attending high school at Reagan? If so,
we encourage you to come to Raider Reveal. The evening
begins with an introduction by our administrators in the
Reagan Performing Arts Center. Information concerning
2025-2026 course registration will also be shared in the
opening session.
Following the introduction, you are encouraged to roam
classrooms to meet teachers or stop by the gym and chat with
coaches and team players.
Visit the commons area to browse our Reagan clubs and be
amazed at the diverse interests among Raiders.
We hope to see you there!
Emily will be representing LMS at the District level Spelling Bee on January 26th.
Congratulations to Evan Trillo the runner-up.
& Congratulations to all our classroom winners that participated in the school-wide Spelling Bee today!
Way to go Lions!!
Sign up by filling out the form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXYMn5Og0gpsWS5yHOHjoAFyPlwQOiP_T1w9w4G5xFW2FKUA/viewform
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Check out a video tour of the school here:
https://www.canva.com/design/DAGc7z3iIjc/H0WO16R1Ar_ZWtXL_EIVhA/watch?utm_content=DAGc7z3iIjc&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hc78d1afd26
Parents of participants are able to attend.
Good Luck to our classroom Spelling Bee winners!!
We will see students back on Monday, Jan 5th for the start of Quarter 3.
