The Teachers for Tomorrow students have finished their first day of fieldwork at Kenbridge and Victoria Elementary Schools today. They were so excited and cannot wait to go back next week! 💜💛
Thank you Pennington Seed for the generous donation of terra cotta pots to our Agriculture programs at the middle and high schools. We truly appreciate your continued support of our students!
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! Raffle tickets for the George Sunbury CTE Scholarship are NOW available in the main office of CHS and through any CTE teacher at the high school! The raffle is for a new, 50” smart TV. Each raffle ticket is $10.00 and only 150 tickets will be sold. The drawing will be held on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 3:00 p.m., just in time for the Super Bowl. George was an avid football fan. He was a marketing teacher and DECA advisor for over 48 years at CHS. He loved the Philadelphia Eagles who are also doing well this season. Since George’s death in February 2018, we have awarded multiple scholarships to deserving CTE graduating seniors in his memory. Please support our scholarship fundraiser today!
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! Raffle tickets for the George Sunbury CTE Scholarship are NOW available in the main office of CHS and through any CTE teacher at the high school! The raffle is for a new, 50” smart TV. Each raffle ticket is $10.00 and only 150 tickets will be sold. The drawing will be held on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 3:00 p.m., just in time for the Super Bowl. George was an avid football fan. He was a marketing teacher and DECA advisor for over 48 years at CHS. He loved the Philadelphia Eagles who are also doing well this season. Since George’s death in February 2018, we have awarded multiple scholarships to deserving CTE graduating seniors in his memory. Please support our scholarship fundraiser today!
Just a reminder that LCPS will be closed on Monday, January 16, 2023, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Schools will reopen at the regular time on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!
Raffle tickets for the George Sunbury CTE Scholarship are NOW available in the main office of CHS and through any CTE teacher at the high school!
The raffle is for a new, 50” smart TV. Each raffle ticket is $10.00 and only 150 tickets will be sold. The drawing will be held on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 3:00 p.m., just in time for the Super Bowl.
George was an avid football fan. He was a marketing teacher and DECA advisor for over 48 years at CHS. He loved the Philadelphia Eagles who are also doing well this season.
Since George’s death in February 2018, we have awarded multiple scholarships to deserving CTE graduating seniors in his memory.
Please support our scholarship fundraiser today!
Just a reminder that LCPS will be closed on Monday, January 16, 2023, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Schools will reopen at the regular time on Tuesday, January 17, 2023. Have a safe and enjoyable holiday!
January 2023 CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT OF THE MONTH--
Central High School is proud to announce our January Student of the Month, Jordan Xavier Reese. Jordan is a 10th Grader at CHS. He is the son of Mr. Mark Reese Jr. and Ms. Katrina Nelson of Kenbridge, Virginia. His teachers describe him as an outstanding student. He is honest, compassionate, and most importantly, he is reliable. He can be counted on to get the job done and done well.
Jordan is an honor roll student who works hard to maintain good grades in all his classes. He is involved in his local church, serving as an usher and volunteering with the nursing home outreach program. In addition, Jordan enjoys cooking, and upon graduating, he plans to attend a culinary school to further his skills. His hobbies include cooking and playing video games. His favorite classes in school are his Culinary classes.
Just a reminder about the George Sunbury CTE Scholarship Fundraiser--
Raffle tickets for the George Sunbury CTE Scholarship are NOW available in the main office of CHS and through any CTE teacher at the high school!
The raffle is for a new, 50” smart TV. Each raffle ticket is $10.00 and only 150 tickets will be sold. The drawing will be held on Friday, February 10, 2023 at 3:00 p.m., just in time for the Super Bowl.
George was an avid football fan. He was a marketing teacher and DECA advisor for over 48 years at CHS. He loved the Philadelphia Eagles who are also doing well this season.
Since George’s death in February 2018, we have awarded multiple scholarships to deserving CTE graduating seniors in his memory.
Please support our scholarship fundraiser today!
Lunenburg County Public Schools will be conducting drills for lock-down procedures in each of its schools during the week of January 9, 2023. These are just DRILLS. This message serves as our official notice. Code of Virginia Lock-Down Drills § 22.1-137.2. In every public school, there shall be a lock-down drill at least once during the first 20 school days of each school session, in order that students and teachers may be thoroughly practiced in such drills. Every public school shall hold at least two additional lock-down drills after the first 60 days of the school session. Every public school shall provide the parents of enrolled students with at least 24 hours notice before the school conducts any lock-down drill. Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten students shall be exempt from mandatory participation in lock-down drills during the first 60 days of the school session.
Congratulations to Hailey Routt! Hailey is the CHS January Work-Based Learning Student of the Month. She is a junior who works at Salon Envie in Kenbridge. She wants to become a hairdresser and specialize in extensions. Her ultimate goal is to be a salon owner.
Hailey's work-based learning experience is enabling her to learn many skills needed in her future career. She plans to attend SVCC to earn her cosmetology license.
Congratulations to Hayden Mickles who is this year's intern at Pennington Seed, Central Garden and Pet in Kenbridge. Hayden is training in numerous areas there and will have several certifications once completed. Once Hayden turns 18 in the spring, he will be certified to operate a forklift. Pictured with Hayden is Stuart Harmon, Safety Coordinator for the Garden Distribution Division.
Thank you Pennington Seed, Central Garden and Pet for your continued support of our students and community!
Congratulations to the Career and Technical Education teachers and students at Central High School. To date, over 169 industry certifications have been earned by our students this semester. These tests include:
Parapro
W!se Financial Literacy
National Career Readiness (NCRC)
National Customer Service and Sales
BASF Plant Science
Microsoft Word 2019 Associate
Microsoft Word 2019 Expert
These Virginia Board of Education-approved credentials not only are a graduation requirement in the state of Virginia but also help prepare students for jobs and post-secondary education. Students who pass an industry credential while in high school may list it on resumes, college, job, and scholarship applications. It will help give our students an added advantage over other applicants.
Just a reminder-- LCPS will dismiss early TOMORROW, Tuesday, December 20, 2022. Lunenburg Middle and Central High School will dismiss at 12 noon, and Kenbridge and Victoria Elementary will dismiss at 12:30 p.m.
LCPS will be closed for Winter Break starting Wednesday, December 21, 2022 and will be closed for students through Wednesday, January 4, 2023. Wednesday, January 4 will be a Teacher Work Day. Schools will reopen for students at the normal time on Thursday, January 5, 2023. We hope that you will have a safe and happy holiday season!
💜💛🐾The holidays are fast approaching, and here is another adorable pup who needs a home! Our CHS Marketing Students would love for you to stop by the Lunenburg Animal Shelter and take this pup home today!🐾💜💛
George Sunbury CTE Scholarship Fundraiser--
Raffle tickets for the George Sunbury CTE Scholarship and now available in the main office of CHS and through any CTE teacher at the high school.
The raffle is for a new, 50” smart TV. Each raffle ticket is $10.00 and only 150 tickets will be sold. The drawing will be held on Friday, February 10, 2023, just in time for the Super Bowl.
George was an avid football fan. He was a marketing teacher and DECA advisor for over 48 years at CHS. He loved the Philadelphia Eagles who are also doing well this season.
Since George’s death in February 2018, we have awarded multiple scholarships to deserving CTE graduating seniors in his memory.
Please support our scholarship fundraiser today!
Congratulations to the following students who will be interns in the Central High School cafeteria beginning in January for the spring semester:
Rickie Fields
Kashanti Hargrove
Savannah Kidd
Jasmine Robeson
These students will learn the behind-the-scenes tasks involved in running a commercial kitchen and serving our students and faculty. Students will be involved in food prep, serving, and cleaning up the kitchen according to the health codes.
Students completed job applications and participated in an interview.
Also pictured are Diane Williams, Central High School Cafeteria Manager, and Claudia Daniel, Food Services Coordinator for Lunenburg County Public Schools.
Local Organic Vegetable Farm Needs Your Help!
Thomas Adams Farms in Crewe is looking for a motivated, 11th or 12th-grade CHS student who would like to work on their 100% organic vegetable farm.
Some of the duties include:
Cutting grass
Pulling weeds
Watering
Harvesting
*Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
*Applicants must be able to follow farm rules and instructions.
*Applicants must report to work on time, and leave work at the end of their shift.
It would also be helpful if applicants are familiar with FaceTime and the use of Apple phones. Please see Mrs. McGrath in Room 32 for more information and an application.
LCPS will dismiss early on Tuesday, December 20, 2022. Lunenburg Middle and Central High School will dismiss at 12 noon, and Kenbridge and Victoria Elementary will dismiss at 12:30 p.m.
LCPS will be closed for Winter Break starting Wednesday, December 21, 2022 and will be closed for students through Wednesday, January 4, 2023. Wednesday, January 4 will be a Teacher Work Day. Schools will reopen for students at the normal time on Thursday, January 5, 2023. We hope that you will have a safe and happy holiday season!
It's Handwashing Awareness Week! Cleanliness is a major factor in preventing foodborne illness. One of the best ways to prevent the spread of any germs is by washing your hands regularly. With the Flu, RSV, and COVID going around, handwashing is a great preventative measure that can easily be followed. #handwashingawarenessweek
