
🐾 It’s a GREAT day to be a Panther! 🐾
The Lanett City Schools Child Nutrition Department is thrilled to welcome back all of our new and returning students, staff, and faculty! Our team has been hard at work getting ready for the new school year, and we can’t wait to see your smiling faces in the cafeteria. We are fully committed to serving up healthy, delicious meals—every meal, every day!
Here is what’s fresh on the menu this year:
🍎 Fresh Fruit & Veggie Boost: W.O. Lance Elementary is expanding fresh produce options through the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program!
👩🍳 More Scratch-Made Meals: Lanett was chosen as one of only six school districts in Alabama to partner with the Chef Ann Foundation! Our staff will be working directly with professional chefs to bring more scratch-cooked recipes to our kitchens district-wide, complete with new grant-funded equipment to make it happen.
🥦 Alabama Farm to School: We're partnering with the AL Department of Agriculture & Industries to bring more locally grown farm-fresh produce to students across the entire district.
☕ MOO-Brew Iced Coffee: Senior high students, get ready! Thanks to a Dairy Alliance Grant, we’re launching a new iced coffee program designed to keep you energized with healthy milk options.
To top it all off, our department passed our recent Alabama State Department of Education routine audit with flying colors—including zero findings for our Summer Feeding Program! 🎉
Huge shoutout to our incredible child nutrition professionals for their hard work and dedication. Let's make it a fantastic year!
The Lanett City Schools Child Nutrition Department is thrilled to welcome back all of our new and returning students, staff, and faculty! Our team has been hard at work getting ready for the new school year, and we can’t wait to see your smiling faces in the cafeteria. We are fully committed to serving up healthy, delicious meals—every meal, every day!
Here is what’s fresh on the menu this year:
🍎 Fresh Fruit & Veggie Boost: W.O. Lance Elementary is expanding fresh produce options through the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program!
👩🍳 More Scratch-Made Meals: Lanett was chosen as one of only six school districts in Alabama to partner with the Chef Ann Foundation! Our staff will be working directly with professional chefs to bring more scratch-cooked recipes to our kitchens district-wide, complete with new grant-funded equipment to make it happen.
🥦 Alabama Farm to School: We're partnering with the AL Department of Agriculture & Industries to bring more locally grown farm-fresh produce to students across the entire district.
☕ MOO-Brew Iced Coffee: Senior high students, get ready! Thanks to a Dairy Alliance Grant, we’re launching a new iced coffee program designed to keep you energized with healthy milk options.
To top it all off, our department passed our recent Alabama State Department of Education routine audit with flying colors—including zero findings for our Summer Feeding Program! 🎉
Huge shoutout to our incredible child nutrition professionals for their hard work and dedication. Let's make it a fantastic year!

🎨 Many Colors, One Masterpiece! 🎨
The wait is officially over—school starts tomorrow! 🌟
Every student brings their own unique color, talent, and energy to our halls. Together, we are painting a brand-new school year filled with learning, growth, and unforgettable memories. Lanett City Schools just isn't complete without YOU!
We can't wait to see your smiling faces in the morning. Get a good night’s sleep, get those backpacks ready, and let's make this year a true work of art! 🎒✨
The wait is officially over—school starts tomorrow! 🌟
Every student brings their own unique color, talent, and energy to our halls. Together, we are painting a brand-new school year filled with learning, growth, and unforgettable memories. Lanett City Schools just isn't complete without YOU!
We can't wait to see your smiling faces in the morning. Get a good night’s sleep, get those backpacks ready, and let's make this year a true work of art! 🎒✨
Important Student Arrival & Dismissal Times
Morning Arrival
School Opens: 7:15 a.m.
Pre-K Arrival: 7:40–7:50 a.m.
Students must arrive by 7:45 a.m. to eat breakfast.
Students are considered tardy after 7:45 a.m.
Afternoon Dismissal
2:15–2:30 p.m.: Pre-K Dismissal
2:45 p.m.: Bus Riders
2:45 p.m.: Car Riders and Daycare
3:00 p.m.: Walkers
Note: Dismissal times may vary during the first few days of the school year as students learn their dismissal routines. Buses will load first, followed by the start of the car rider dismissal line. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to ensure a safe and orderly dismissal process.
Morning Arrival
School Opens: 7:15 a.m.
Pre-K Arrival: 7:40–7:50 a.m.
Students must arrive by 7:45 a.m. to eat breakfast.
Students are considered tardy after 7:45 a.m.
Afternoon Dismissal
2:15–2:30 p.m.: Pre-K Dismissal
2:45 p.m.: Bus Riders
2:45 p.m.: Car Riders and Daycare
3:00 p.m.: Walkers
Note: Dismissal times may vary during the first few days of the school year as students learn their dismissal routines. Buses will load first, followed by the start of the car rider dismissal line. We appreciate your patience and cooperation as we work to ensure a safe and orderly dismissal process.



Lanett City Schools is committed to preparing students for success beyond graduation by equipping educators with meaningful, real-world learning experiences. In partnership with the Chambers County Development Authority, teachers and instructional staff serving grades 6–12 recently participated in the "Teachers on Tour" professional development program.
The experience began with an informative workforce panel featuring Mrs. Kim Shane of Smurfit Westrock, Mr. Tramontae Jackson of Hi-Lex, Mrs. Maria Coley of Knauf, and Ms. Ansley Emfinger from the Chambers County Development Authority. The panelists shared valuable insights about career opportunities available within our local industries, the skills employers are seeking, and the importance of developing a highly skilled workforce for the future.
Following the panel discussion, participants toured local manufacturing facilities where they observed advanced manufacturing processes, innovative technologies, and workplace operations firsthand. These experiences provided educators with a greater understanding of the knowledge and skills students need to be successful in today's workforce.
By connecting classroom instruction with local business and industry, Lanett City Schools continues to strengthen career awareness and workforce readiness for all students. The insights gained through this experience will help teachers integrate real-world applications into daily instruction, ensuring students are prepared to pursue college, careers, military service, and other postsecondary opportunities.
Lanett City Schools extends its sincere appreciation to the Chambers County Development Authority, Smurfit Westrock, Daedong Hi-Lex, Knauf, Ajin USA, Challenge, and all of our industry partners for investing in our educators and helping us prepare the next generation of leaders.
Together, we are building brighter futures - one classroom, one partnership, and one student at a time.
The experience began with an informative workforce panel featuring Mrs. Kim Shane of Smurfit Westrock, Mr. Tramontae Jackson of Hi-Lex, Mrs. Maria Coley of Knauf, and Ms. Ansley Emfinger from the Chambers County Development Authority. The panelists shared valuable insights about career opportunities available within our local industries, the skills employers are seeking, and the importance of developing a highly skilled workforce for the future.
Following the panel discussion, participants toured local manufacturing facilities where they observed advanced manufacturing processes, innovative technologies, and workplace operations firsthand. These experiences provided educators with a greater understanding of the knowledge and skills students need to be successful in today's workforce.
By connecting classroom instruction with local business and industry, Lanett City Schools continues to strengthen career awareness and workforce readiness for all students. The insights gained through this experience will help teachers integrate real-world applications into daily instruction, ensuring students are prepared to pursue college, careers, military service, and other postsecondary opportunities.
Lanett City Schools extends its sincere appreciation to the Chambers County Development Authority, Smurfit Westrock, Daedong Hi-Lex, Knauf, Ajin USA, Challenge, and all of our industry partners for investing in our educators and helping us prepare the next generation of leaders.
Together, we are building brighter futures - one classroom, one partnership, and one student at a time.
Please see the flyers below for more information about the upcoming school board meeting for Lanett City Schools.


Our incredible Lanett City Schools teachers, staff, and administrators have been hard at work!
All summer long, our team has been diving deep into professional development—sharpening their skills, exploring new teaching strategies, and planning exciting lessons to make this school year our best one yet.
Our educators are standard-setters, lifelong learners, and above all, deeply committed to our Panther family! We can’t wait to welcome our students back and see all this hard work come to life. 🖤💛
All summer long, our team has been diving deep into professional development—sharpening their skills, exploring new teaching strategies, and planning exciting lessons to make this school year our best one yet.
Our educators are standard-setters, lifelong learners, and above all, deeply committed to our Panther family! We can’t wait to welcome our students back and see all this hard work come to life. 🖤💛








🐾 Show Your School Spirit! 🐾
Upgrade your wardrobe with the latest Lanett Panthers and W.O. Lance Elementary t-shirt collection! Whether you are looking for cool designs, comfortable tees, or everyday school spirit wear, we’ve got options for every style.
📌 Important Note for W.O. Lance Orders:
Please make sure to select the correct grade level or department when ordering, as shirt colors vary by grade! 🎨👕
👉 Order Online Today: https://victorydesigns.com/product-category/w-o-lance-elementary/
Scan the QR code in the image above or tap the link above to view all the shirt options and place your order.
Upgrade your wardrobe with the latest Lanett Panthers and W.O. Lance Elementary t-shirt collection! Whether you are looking for cool designs, comfortable tees, or everyday school spirit wear, we’ve got options for every style.
📌 Important Note for W.O. Lance Orders:
Please make sure to select the correct grade level or department when ordering, as shirt colors vary by grade! 🎨👕
👉 Order Online Today: https://victorydesigns.com/product-category/w-o-lance-elementary/
Scan the QR code in the image above or tap the link above to view all the shirt options and place your order.


National Night Out (Hosted by the Lanett Police Department)
📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Playground across from W.O. Lance Elementary School
📅 Tuesday, August 4, 2026
🕔 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Playground across from W.O. Lance Elementary School

Today, Lanett City Schools proudly hosted New Hire Orientation, welcoming an outstanding group of teachers and support staff to our district.
We are excited to add such talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals to our team as we prepare for an amazing school year. Each new team member brings unique gifts and experiences that will help us prepare our students for success.
Please join us in giving our newest Panthers a warm Lanett City Schools welcome. We are excited to have you as part of the Panther Family and look forward to all that we will accomplish together!
We are excited to add such talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals to our team as we prepare for an amazing school year. Each new team member brings unique gifts and experiences that will help us prepare our students for success.
Please join us in giving our newest Panthers a warm Lanett City Schools welcome. We are excited to have you as part of the Panther Family and look forward to all that we will accomplish together!
🎉 Back to School Bash Alert! 🎉
Get ready for the new school year with the City of Lanett!
📅 When: Saturday, August 1st
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Where: Jane Farrar Event Center (Downtown Lanett)
✨ What to expect:
*FREE Backpacks
* FREE School Supplies
*Community Resources & Local Partners
* Fun for the whole family!
Don't miss out on the fun and freebies—spread the word!
Get ready for the new school year with the City of Lanett!
📅 When: Saturday, August 1st
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Where: Jane Farrar Event Center (Downtown Lanett)
✨ What to expect:
*FREE Backpacks
* FREE School Supplies
*Community Resources & Local Partners
* Fun for the whole family!
Don't miss out on the fun and freebies—spread the word!
Looking to make a difference in students' lives? Lanett City Schools is hiring! 🍎✨
We are looking for passionate, dedicated educators and staff to join our school family for the upcoming school year.
We currently have open positions for:
Media Specialist 📚
Reading Coach 📖
Instructional Assistant (ESL) 🌍
Secondary ELA Teacher 📝
If you're ready to inspire the next generation, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Apply today at: https://www.lanettcityschools.org/o/lcs/page/humanresources
We are looking for passionate, dedicated educators and staff to join our school family for the upcoming school year.
We currently have open positions for:
Media Specialist 📚
Reading Coach 📖
Instructional Assistant (ESL) 🌍
Secondary ELA Teacher 📝
If you're ready to inspire the next generation, we’d love to hear from you!
👉 Apply today at: https://www.lanettcityschools.org/o/lcs/page/humanresources

W.O. Lance proudly welcomes Ms. Robyn Hunter as our new School Counselor!
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Ms. Robyn Hunter. We are excited to have her join the W.O. Lance family and look forward to the positive impact she will make in supporting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of our students. Welcome to the team, Ms. Hunter!
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Ms. Robyn Hunter. We are excited to have her join the W.O. Lance family and look forward to the positive impact she will make in supporting the academic, social, and emotional well-being of our students. Welcome to the team, Ms. Hunter!

W.O. Lance Elementary is proud to introduce the newest members of our school family! 🎉
Please join us in giving a warm W.O. Lance welcome to our outstanding new team members!



📢 WOL Open House / Meet the Teacher
🗓 Date: Wednesday, August 5th
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
We can’t wait to welcome you to the new school year!
📌 Important Reminder Regarding Homeroom Assignments:
All required forms must be completed by August 5th for your child to be assigned a homeroom.
To ensure our staff can dedicate this evening entirely to welcoming our families and giving teachers quality time with their new students, no forms will be processed and no enrollments will take place during Open House.
Please ensure all paperwork is turned in ahead of time so your child is set up and ready to meet their teacher! Thank you for helping us make this a smooth and special evening for everyone. See you there! 🎉
🗓 Date: Wednesday, August 5th
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
We can’t wait to welcome you to the new school year!
📌 Important Reminder Regarding Homeroom Assignments:
All required forms must be completed by August 5th for your child to be assigned a homeroom.
To ensure our staff can dedicate this evening entirely to welcoming our families and giving teachers quality time with their new students, no forms will be processed and no enrollments will take place during Open House.
Please ensure all paperwork is turned in ahead of time so your child is set up and ready to meet their teacher! Thank you for helping us make this a smooth and special evening for everyone. See you there! 🎉


Please see the flyers below for more information about the upcoming school board meeting for Lanett City Schools.


Lanett City Schools extends our sincere appreciation to the Elite 87 Social Club for their generous financial contribution toward school supplies for the students of W.O. Lance Elementary School.
Your generosity and commitment to supporting education help ensure our students have the resources they need for a successful school year. Community partnerships like yours make a meaningful difference, and we are truly grateful for your investment in our students and our future.
Thank you for helping us prepare Lanett students to Live, Learn, and Lead!
Your generosity and commitment to supporting education help ensure our students have the resources they need for a successful school year. Community partnerships like yours make a meaningful difference, and we are truly grateful for your investment in our students and our future.
Thank you for helping us prepare Lanett students to Live, Learn, and Lead!

🎉 Please join us in giving a warm welcome to our new, enthusiastic Art and Music teachers! 🎨🎶
We are excited to have them join our school family and can't wait for the creativity, passion, and inspiration they will bring to our students. Their energy and dedication are sure to make this an amazing year filled with learning, imagination, and memorable experiences.
They are ready to inspire, create, and make a difference and we are thrilled to have them on our team!
🎉 ¡Acompáñenos a dar una cálida bienvenida a nuestros nuevos y entusiastas maestros de Arte y Música! 🎨🎶
Estamos muy emocionados de que formen parte de nuestra familia escolar y no podemos esperar para ver toda la creatividad, la pasión y la inspiración que aportarán a nuestros estudiantes. Su energía y dedicación harán de este un año increíble, lleno de aprendizaje, imaginación y experiencias inolvidables.
¡Están listos para inspirar, crear y marcar una diferencia, y nosotros estamos encantados de tenerlos en nuestro equipo!
¡Ayúdennos a darles la bienvenida y deséenles un excelente comienzo! ✨
We are excited to have them join our school family and can't wait for the creativity, passion, and inspiration they will bring to our students. Their energy and dedication are sure to make this an amazing year filled with learning, imagination, and memorable experiences.
They are ready to inspire, create, and make a difference and we are thrilled to have them on our team!
🎉 ¡Acompáñenos a dar una cálida bienvenida a nuestros nuevos y entusiastas maestros de Arte y Música! 🎨🎶
Estamos muy emocionados de que formen parte de nuestra familia escolar y no podemos esperar para ver toda la creatividad, la pasión y la inspiración que aportarán a nuestros estudiantes. Su energía y dedicación harán de este un año increíble, lleno de aprendizaje, imaginación y experiencias inolvidables.
¡Están listos para inspirar, crear y marcar una diferencia, y nosotros estamos encantados de tenerlos en nuestro equipo!
¡Ayúdennos a darles la bienvenida y deséenles un excelente comienzo! ✨


Please join us tomorrow for Kinder Camp from 9:00–11:00 a.m.!
Our students had a wonderful first day—they enjoyed meeting their teachers, exploring their new classrooms, and making new friends. We would love to see even more smiling faces tomorrow!
If your child wasn't able to attend today, we encourage you to bring them tomorrow. They are still welcome to join in the fun and get a great start to the school year. We look forward to seeing everyone!
¡Acompáñenos mañana en Kinder Camp de 9:00 a. m. a 11:00 a. m.!
Nuestros estudiantes tuvieron un maravilloso primer día. Disfrutaron conociendo a sus maestros, explorando sus nuevos salones de clase y haciendo nuevos amigos. ¡Nos encantaría ver aún más caritas sonrientes mañana!
Si su hijo(a) no pudo asistir hoy, lo invitamos a traerlo(a) mañana. ¡Todavía está a tiempo de participar en la diversión y comenzar el año escolar de la mejor manera! ¡Esperamos verlos a todos!
Our students had a wonderful first day—they enjoyed meeting their teachers, exploring their new classrooms, and making new friends. We would love to see even more smiling faces tomorrow!
If your child wasn't able to attend today, we encourage you to bring them tomorrow. They are still welcome to join in the fun and get a great start to the school year. We look forward to seeing everyone!
¡Acompáñenos mañana en Kinder Camp de 9:00 a. m. a 11:00 a. m.!
Nuestros estudiantes tuvieron un maravilloso primer día. Disfrutaron conociendo a sus maestros, explorando sus nuevos salones de clase y haciendo nuevos amigos. ¡Nos encantaría ver aún más caritas sonrientes mañana!
Si su hijo(a) no pudo asistir hoy, lo invitamos a traerlo(a) mañana. ¡Todavía está a tiempo de participar en la diversión y comenzar el año escolar de la mejor manera! ¡Esperamos verlos a todos!


🌟📚 ATTENTION ALL PARENTS & GUARDIANS OF STUDENTS ATTENDING KINDER CAMP! 🎒🍎
🌟📚 ¡ATENCIÓN A TODOS LOS PADRES, MADRES Y TUTORES DE LOS ESTUDIANTES QUE ASISTIRÁN AL CAMPAMENTO DE KINDER! 🎒🍎
We are excited to welcome our Kindergarten students to Kinder Camp tomorrow!
Please bring your child to the back of the school, where our car line and buses normally load and unload. Parents and guardians are asked to park their vehicles and walk their child into the building to check in with our staff.
Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m., and Kinder Camp will officially start at 9:00 a.m. A parent or legal guardian must be present to register each student. Registration will take place onsite upon arrival.
After your child has been registered, parents and guardians should leave and return at 10:45 a.m. for dismissal. At dismissal, please come inside the building to pick up your child. If you arrive before 10:45 a.m., we kindly ask that you wait until students are dismissed.
We look forward to meeting you and your future kindergarten student and are excited to help them get ready for a wonderful school year!
¡Estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a nuestros estudiantes de Kindergarten a Kinder Camp mañana!
Por favor, traiga a su hijo(a) a la parte trasera de la escuela, donde normalmente se encuentran la fila de autos y la zona de carga y descarga de autobuses. Se les pide a los padres y tutores que estacionen sus vehículos y acompañen a su hijo(a) al interior del edificio para registrarse con nuestro personal.
El registro comenzará a las 8:30 a.m. y Kinder Camp comenzará oficialmente a las 9:00 a.m. Un padre, madre o tutor legal debe estar presente para registrar a cada estudiante. El registro se realizará en el lugar al momento de la llegada.
Después de registrar a su hijo(a), los padres y tutores deberán retirarse y regresar a las 10:45 a.m. para la salida. Al momento de la salida, por favor entre al edificio para recoger a su hijo(a). Si llega antes de las 10:45 a.m., le pedimos amablemente que espere hasta que los estudiantes sean despedidos.
¡Esperamos conocerlos a ustedes y a sus futuros estudiantes de Kindergarten! Estamos emocionados de ayudar a que estén preparados para un excelente año escolar.
🌟📚 ¡ATENCIÓN A TODOS LOS PADRES, MADRES Y TUTORES DE LOS ESTUDIANTES QUE ASISTIRÁN AL CAMPAMENTO DE KINDER! 🎒🍎
We are excited to welcome our Kindergarten students to Kinder Camp tomorrow!
Please bring your child to the back of the school, where our car line and buses normally load and unload. Parents and guardians are asked to park their vehicles and walk their child into the building to check in with our staff.
Registration will begin at 8:30 a.m., and Kinder Camp will officially start at 9:00 a.m. A parent or legal guardian must be present to register each student. Registration will take place onsite upon arrival.
After your child has been registered, parents and guardians should leave and return at 10:45 a.m. for dismissal. At dismissal, please come inside the building to pick up your child. If you arrive before 10:45 a.m., we kindly ask that you wait until students are dismissed.
We look forward to meeting you and your future kindergarten student and are excited to help them get ready for a wonderful school year!
¡Estamos emocionados de dar la bienvenida a nuestros estudiantes de Kindergarten a Kinder Camp mañana!
Por favor, traiga a su hijo(a) a la parte trasera de la escuela, donde normalmente se encuentran la fila de autos y la zona de carga y descarga de autobuses. Se les pide a los padres y tutores que estacionen sus vehículos y acompañen a su hijo(a) al interior del edificio para registrarse con nuestro personal.
El registro comenzará a las 8:30 a.m. y Kinder Camp comenzará oficialmente a las 9:00 a.m. Un padre, madre o tutor legal debe estar presente para registrar a cada estudiante. El registro se realizará en el lugar al momento de la llegada.
Después de registrar a su hijo(a), los padres y tutores deberán retirarse y regresar a las 10:45 a.m. para la salida. Al momento de la salida, por favor entre al edificio para recoger a su hijo(a). Si llega antes de las 10:45 a.m., le pedimos amablemente que espere hasta que los estudiantes sean despedidos.
¡Esperamos conocerlos a ustedes y a sus futuros estudiantes de Kindergarten! Estamos emocionados de ayudar a que estén preparados para un excelente año escolar.
📚 Back to School ✏️🍎
Backpacks packed and smiles so bright,
New adventures are in sight.
Fresh new pencils, books to share,
Happy hearts are everywhere.
🌟 Friends to meet and things to do,
Learning something fresh and new.
A brand-new year is here to see
Full of fun and possibility!
🍎📖 Welcome back, we’re ready to learn!
🎨✨ A year of memories at every turn!
📚 De Regreso a la Escuela ✏️🍎
Mochilas listas y sonrisas brillantes,
¡nuevas aventuras llegan emocionantes!
Lápices nuevos y libros para compartir,
con corazones felices vamos a descubrir.
🌟 Nuevos amigos y mucho por hacer,
cosas nuevas vamos a aprender.
Un año nuevo comienza ya,
¡lleno de alegría y oportunidades habrá!
🍎📖 ¡Bienvenidos de nuevo, listos para aprender!
🎨✨ ¡Un año de recuerdos vamos a tener!
Backpacks packed and smiles so bright,
New adventures are in sight.
Fresh new pencils, books to share,
Happy hearts are everywhere.
🌟 Friends to meet and things to do,
Learning something fresh and new.
A brand-new year is here to see
Full of fun and possibility!
🍎📖 Welcome back, we’re ready to learn!
🎨✨ A year of memories at every turn!
📚 De Regreso a la Escuela ✏️🍎
Mochilas listas y sonrisas brillantes,
¡nuevas aventuras llegan emocionantes!
Lápices nuevos y libros para compartir,
con corazones felices vamos a descubrir.
🌟 Nuevos amigos y mucho por hacer,
cosas nuevas vamos a aprender.
Un año nuevo comienza ya,
¡lleno de alegría y oportunidades habrá!
🍎📖 ¡Bienvenidos de nuevo, listos para aprender!
🎨✨ ¡Un año de recuerdos vamos a tener!

