Lyons Upper Elementary’s fifth-grade students enjoyed an exciting field trip to the Toombs County Courthouse today! Students heard from several county representatives and visited offices including the voting precinct and Tax Commissioner’s Office. A highlight of the trip was participating in a mock trial in an actual courtroom. Students took on the roles of courtroom officials, attorneys, witnesses, and jurors—and the jury found Mr. Helms, LUES assistant principal, guilty of the accused crimes! ⚖️ This is an experience our students will remember for years to come!
about 4 hours ago, Amy Payne
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Safety Update - US 1 Bypass Opening - week of September 21st

The new US 1 Bypass in Lyons is scheduled to open the week of September 21st.

As our community adjusts to the new roadway and traffic patterns, Toombs County Schools asks everyone to use extra caution, especially at the intersection of the US 1 Bypass and Bulldog Road.

Please be alert for cross traffic, slow down, and allow extra time as drivers become familiar with the new intersection and traffic flow.

The safety of our students, staff, families, and community remains our top priority.
about 7 hours ago, Toombs County Schools
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Toombs County Kinship Caregivers:

Are you a grandparent, relative, or other caregiver raising a child? The Toombs County Kinship Caregiver Support Group is a place to connect with others, share experiences, find support, and build community.

🍽️ Dinner and childcare are provided!
📅 Next meeting is Thursday, August 20
⏰ 6:00–7:30 PM
📍 125 Church St., Suite 104, Vidalia

Check out the graphic for upcoming dates and RSVP information.
about 10 hours ago, Toombs County Schools
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What a night to be a Bulldog! 🐾🏈 We loved seeing our students & families at the Community Tailgate as we celebrated the first game in the newly remodeled Pit!🏟️ What a game it was—the Bulldogs got a BIG win! 🎉💙 We’re proud to be part of this amazing community! 🐾
1 day ago, Kristyn May
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✨💖 We’re WORKIN’ 9 to 5… Dolly style! 💖✨

On Friday, September 25th, LUES is celebrating the one and only Dolly Parton with a special Dolly Parton Dress Up Day! 🤠🎸✨

Come dressed like Dolly OR show off your best Dolly-inspired look—cowboy hats, boots, denim, western wear, bright colors, sparkles… and maybe even some BIG hair! 😉

Because around here, we believe in big dreams, hard work, kindness, and having a little fun along the way! 💕⭐

🎶 So grab those boots and get ready to be “workin’ 9 to 5” in style! 🎶

Same kindness. Different outfits. Brighter days. 💗
1 day ago, Cory Wickstrom
Dolly Dress Up Day 9/25/26
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! SAVE THE DATE for Sept. 28- Oct. 2, and start exploring together. Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet, so they can shop cash-free and worry-free. It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Check out the website at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/lyonsupperelementaryschool #ScholasticBookFairs
2 days ago, Melissa Wiggins
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Congrats to our weekly perfect attendance winners! 🎉
2 days ago, Kristyn May
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Congratulations to our writing contest winners: Abigail Williams, Weston Williams, and Addison Davis (not pictured). They received a Chick-fil-a gift card! 🎉📝
2 days ago, Kristyn May
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Mrs. Hallman and Mrs. Kight’s students designed obstacle courses using a $10,000 budget. They selected equipment, calculated costs and remaining funds, and created visual models—combining real-world math, problem-solving, and creativity.
3 days ago, Courtney Hallman
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EXCITED IS AN UNDERSTATEMENT!

Join us Friday, September 18, from 4:30–6:30 PM at the Toombs County Courthouse for an afternoon of fun!

Check out the map and participant booth list so you’ll know where to find all of the great organizations, businesses, churches, school groups, and community partners joining us. Be sure to stick around for the Dawg Walk at 6:15 PM before heading to The Pit to cheer on our Bulldogs! 🏈🐾

#ToombsCountySchools #BeADog #CommunityTailgate
3 days ago, Toombs County Schools
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Dear LUES Parents and Families,
Are you ready to skip the pickup line and enjoy more family time? We are excited to announce our LUES VIP Pickup Parking Raffle! 🎉
One lucky winner will receive the ultimate dismissal upgrade for one semester!
🏆 The Winner Receives:
🚗 A designated VIP pickup parking spot
⏩ The ability to skip the regular pickup line
⭐ A VIP Fast Pass for one semester
🎟️ Raffle Tickets:
$5 = 1 ticket
$10 = 2 tickets
$20 = 5 tickets
$40 = 10 tickets

The cutoff for purchasing tickets is Sept. 17th, and the drawing will be held on Sept. 18th. Tickets can be purchased through your child's teacher or the front office. The more you purchase the more chances you have. If your child needs more tickets they can come to the office at any time for more.
Your participation helps support our school community, and we truly appreciate your support of LUES! 💙❤️

4 days ago, Melissa Wiggins
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♻️ Small actions can make a BIG difference!

This Saturday, September 19, is National Clean Up Day, and Toombs County Schools is encouraging our students, families, staff, and community to do their part to help Keep It Clean, Toombs!

Whether it’s picking up litter, properly disposing of trash, or helping clean up around your neighborhood, school, park, or roadway—every action matters.

Together, we can help create a cleaner community, healthier environment, and brighter future! 🌎

#KeepItCleanToombs #NationalCleanUpDay #ToombsCountySchools #BeADog #ExcellenceForALL
4 days ago, Toombs County Schools
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Lyons Upper is proud to introduce to you our very own Mrs. Latrelle Askins for our Toombs County Schools Staff Spotlight this week! We love her and are happy to have her as part of our team! #shine #GoBulldogs

4 days ago, Melissa Wiggins
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🐾 Community Tailgate is THIS FRIDAY! Join us at the Toombs County Courthouse from 4:30–6:30 PM for an afternoon of school spirit, performances, giveaways, and fun! ❤️💙

Check out the performance schedule, booth locations, participant list, parking information, and Dawg Walk route. Be sure to line the route by 6:10 PM for the Dawg Walk at 6:15 PM as we send our Bulldogs off to The Pit for Friday night football!

Come out, support our schools and community, and BE A DAWG! 🐾🏈

#ToombsCountySchools #BeADawg #CommunityTailgate #SHINE
5 days ago, Toombs County Schools
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The Scholastic Book Fair is coming! SAVE THE DATE for Sept. 28- Oct. 2, and start exploring together. Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet, so they can shop cash-free and worry-free. It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Check out the website at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/lyonsupperelementaryschool #ScholasticBookFairs
5 days ago, Melissa Wiggins
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✨💖 We’re WORKIN’ 9 to 5… Dolly style! 💖✨

On Friday, September 25th, LUES is celebrating the one and only Dolly Parton with a special Dolly Parton Dress Up Day! 🤠🎸✨

Come dressed like Dolly OR show off your best Dolly-inspired look—cowboy hats, boots, denim, western wear, bright colors, sparkles… and maybe even some BIG hair! 😉

Because around here, we believe in big dreams, hard work, kindness, and having a little fun along the way! 💕⭐

🎶 So grab those boots and get ready to be “workin’ 9 to 5” in style! 🎶

Same kindness. Different outfits. Brighter days. 💗
6 days ago, Cory Wickstrom
Dolly Dress Up Day 9/25/26
🐾🏈 TOOMBS COUNTY COMMUNITY TAILGATE — THIS FRIDAY! 🏈🐾

We’re bringing the community together in Lyons this Friday, September 18, for an afternoon full of fun, fellowship, shopping, Bulldog spirit, and lots of giveaways!

Join us at the Toombs County Courthouse from 4:30–6:30 PM and visit the many local businesses, churches, organizations, school groups, and community partners who will have booths set up throughout the tailgate. Check out the booth list and map so you’ll know where to find everyone!

🐾 Community Tailgate: 4:30–6:30 PM
🏈 Dawg Walk: 6:15 PM — come line the route and cheer on our Bulldogs at the tailgate!
🎶 Tailgate performance schedule: Coming soon!
🏟️ Kickoff at our newly renovated stadium “The Pit”: 8:00 PM

Bring the whole family, wear your RED & NAVY, and come enjoy a great afternoon celebrating our schools and community before cheering on the Dawgs under the Friday night lights!

❤️💙 We can’t wait to see you there!

#ToombsCountySchools #BeADog #ToombsOnTop #CommunityTailgate #FridayNightLights #SHINE
6 days ago, Toombs County Schools
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Dear LUES Parents and Families,
Are you ready to skip the pickup line and enjoy more family time? We are excited to announce our LUES VIP Pickup Parking Raffle! 🎉
One lucky winner will receive the ultimate dismissal upgrade for one semester!
🏆 The Winner Receives:
🚗 A designated VIP pickup parking spot
⏩ The ability to skip the regular pickup line
⭐ A VIP Fast Pass for one semester
🎟️ Raffle Tickets:
$5 = 1 ticket
$10 = 2 tickets
$20 = 5 tickets
$40 = 10 tickets

The cutoff for purchasing tickets is Sept. 17th, and the drawing will be held on Sept. 18th. Tickets can be purchased through your child's teacher or the front office. The more you purchase the more chances you have. If your child needs more tickets they can come to the office at any time for more.
Your participation helps support our school community, and we truly appreciate your support of LUES! 💙❤️

6 days ago, Melissa Wiggins
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Lace Up for Mission Excellence! 👟🐾

To our LUES partners,

It’s time to Lace Up for Mission Excellence and show our Bulldog pride! We are excited to kick off our Shoe Drive Fundraiser, and we need your help to make it a huge success.

This fundraiser is a win-win! Donated shoes will help communities in need around the world while also raising much-needed funds for our school. Proceeds will help support our Veterans Day Breakfast and other special school events and activities for our students.

Here’s how you can help:

👟 Collection boxes will be located at the end of each hall and in front of the Media Center.

📅 The shoe drive runs through October 31st.

📦 We need 100+ bags, with 25 pairs of shoes per bag, to qualify for free shipping!!

⚖️ The company pays us by the pound, and our BIG goal is 25,000 pounds of shoes!

📣 Help us spread the word!

🔗 Links and additional information can be found below.

Your support, enthusiasm, and willingness to participate make a tremendous difference.

Let’s come together, Be a Dawg #B.A.D., and show what Bulldog Strong really means. Every pair counts, every pound matters, and every contribution helps us continue our commitment to Mission Excellence.

Lace Up. Give Back. Be a Dawg. Let’s Reach 2,500 Pounds!

Thank you for helping us make this a fundraiser our entire school and community can be proud of!

6 days ago, Melissa Wiggins
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Here are the LUES Perfect Attendance Winners for this week! We are so proud of our students and families for making attendance a priority by getting the students to school on time and staying all day! #SHINE #MissionExcellence #Excellanceforall
9 days ago, Kristin Allen
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