🎉 Attention, Lanett High Parents and Guardians 🎉
It’s time to recognize excellence — help us select our Teacher of the Year for 2025–2026! 🍎🏆
The teacher of the year is a certified educator who truly makes a difference — someone who:
✅Is skillful, dedicated, and has the respect and admiration of students, parents, and colleagues.
✅Understands the individual needs of students, encourages their talents, and fosters their self-esteem.
✅Demonstrate thorough knowledge of subject matter and communicate it effectively to students.
✅Contribute to the continuous improvement of student learning and the overall school environment.
✅Exemplifies excellence in motivating students, preparing, and facilitating student-centered learning experiences, supporting students both in and out of class, challenging them academically, and demonstrating respect for both peers and students.
👉 Cast your vote here: https://forms.gle/gWtGwZJuGnNNikhz6
🗓️ Deadline to vote: Friday, November 7, 2025, at 3:15 PM
💛🖤Let’s celebrate the incredible educators who make Lanett High shine! 💛🖤 🐾 #LHSPride #TeacherOfTheYear #PantherStrong
We are so incredibly proud to celebrate your accomplishment as the 2A Runner-up State Champions! What a phenomenal achievement!
Head Coach RJ McDonald shared inspiring insights at last week's school board meeting, reflecting on the challenging yet rewarding road to the championship. His pride in his players was evident, and the excitement for next season is already building!
Panthers, you've made us all proud! We can't wait to see what next season brings. Go Panthers! 🏈🐾

Important Reminders:
Exam Days (LJH & LHS): Students will follow the exam schedule that has been outlined for each school.
Early Dismissal (W.O. Lance): Students will be released at 11:30 on Wednesday, December 17. Specific dismissal details will be provided by the school.
All schools will be closed December 18 - January 5. Students will return on January 6.


Qualifications and Application Details:
Visit our Human Resources page to view the full qualifications and apply today:
➡️ lanettcityschools.org/page/humanresources
We can't wait to welcome the next member of our team! #LanettPanthers #JobOpportunity

We are thrilled to announce the official Academic Calendar for the 2026-2027 school year!
Planning for next year's family vacations, appointments, and holidays just got easier. We have all the important dates you need to get organized.
Here are a few key dates to remember:
First Day of School for Students: [August 7, 2026]
Fall Break: [October 19-20, 2026]
Thanksgiving Break: [November 23-27, 2026]
Winter Break: [December 21, 2026 - January 5, 2027]
Spring Break: [March 29-April 2, 2027]
Last Day of School for Students: [May 26, 2027]
🔗 Get the Full Calendar:
Click the link below to download or view the complete PDF with all student holidays, professional development days, and early dismissals: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ovbLi3NupuAP_F1LkPvJDb13NlqvAcF1?usp=sharing
#LCS #AcademicCalendar #LanettSchools #PlanAhead
Please come out and support the Lanett High School Girls and Boys Basketball Teams. First game starts at 5:00 PM EST!
🕓 Doors Open: 4:30 PM EST
🎟️ Tickets: $10 — available at the door or on GoFan.com
👜 Clear Bag Policy is in Effect
Let’s pack the gym and cheer our Panthers on to victory!
Let’s Go Panthers! 🖤💛

Parents, guardians, and students:
Please take note of the 1st Semester Exam Days. Tuesday and Wednesday will be half days, and students will be dismissed at 11:30 AM.
Please remember:
Buses will not run on early dismissal days for High School or Junior High students.
Students must ensure they have proper transportation home.
All students must leave the premises immediately after dismissal.
Lunch will be provided.
Thank you for your cooperation!

📣 Panther Nation! 🏀
Please come out and support the Lanett High School Girls and Boys Basketball Teams as they kick off their first game of the season tomorrow at 5:00 PM EST!
🕓 Doors Open: 4:30 PM EST
🎟️ Tickets: $10 — available at the door or on GoFan.com
👜 Clear Bag Policy is in Effect
Let’s pack the gym and cheer our Panthers on to victory!
Let’s Go Panthers! 🖤💛

We had the privilege of honoring three phenomenal educators at the School Board meeting last night! Please join us in congratulating our Teachers of the Year:
Randi Claire Smith Lamb
Erical Barrow
Jasmine Pate Holloway
Their dedication makes a measurable difference in our students' growth and success.
This year’s Holiday Show, “Someday at Christmas,” will be presented on December 10th at 5:30 PM.
Doors will open at 5:00 PM.
Please come out and show your support! Our students and staff have worked hard and practiced tirelessly to prepare a wonderful program for you.
We look forward to seeing you there! 🎄✨


We’re excited to roll out the official schedule and kick off another amazing year on the court!
The season opens this Thursday at 5 PM as we take on Glenwood right here in the Panthers Den.
Come out, fill the stands, and show your support for our players and coaching staff. Let’s pack the Den and cheer our Panthers on to victory! 🖤💛🏀

Jasmine Holloway-Pate is a passionate educator, community leader, and mentor dedicated to being the light she once needed as a high school student. She is married to Kelcius Pate, and together they are the proud parents of three amazing children: Jordan Scott, Karter Pate, and Kaleb Pate.
A proud graduate of Valley High School (Class of 2007), Mrs. Holloway-Pate continued her education at The Alabama State University, where she earned her Bachelor’s degree in Health Education. She has served in the field of education for over seven years, impacting students across multiple communities. Her professional journey includes serving as an educator at Lanier High School, a 4-H Educator with Auburn University, and a Prevention Educator with the Family Science Center in Montgomery, Alabama.
Beyond the classroom, she is the owner of Jazzy Magnolia All-Stars, where she uses athletics, discipline, and mentorship to inspire the next generation. Whether in schools, community programs, or her own gym, her commitment to uplifting young people remains constant.
Her guiding classroom philosophy is rooted in service: “ Be all you can, for whom you can, for as long as you can be it.” She strives to show up fully for her students every day, offering the encouragement, guidance, and consistency she once longed for. The personal motto she lives by is: “I am far too great to be the only thing standing in my way!” With every assignment, opportunity, and interaction, Jasmine Holloway-Pate gives her absolute best, because excellence, service, and purpose are at the core of everything she does.

Your Panthers are headed to Protective Stadium on Friday, December 5th for the AHSAA State Championship!
To ensure you have the best experience, please review the important fan information provided by the AHSAA for the Super 7 in Birmingham.
Let's pack the stadium and support our team! GO PANTHERS! 🐾





We invite all families, friends, and community members to join us at 10:30 AM at Lanett High School as we cheer on our Panthers and send them off in style.
Let’s show our team the love and support they deserve as they head to the Championship! 🖤🏈💛

Your generosity means so much to our players and coaches.
Good luck, Panthers! The entire community is behind you all the way! 🏈🙌





Closure Dates: Monday, November 24th - Friday, November 28th
Students Return: Monday, December 1st
Please enjoy a wonderful and restful week together with your friends & family. We are so thankful for our students, staff, and our stakeholders' support! We are wishing everyone a safe and happy holiday!


These outstanding students consistently go above and beyond to support their peers and our staff wherever help is needed. Keep up the amazing work—your effort and leadership do not go unnoticed.
It’s a great day to be a Panther. Go Panthers!

