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LCPS Officials Start New Year in Hopes of ‘Making the Best Better’

   Written by on August 25, 2016 at 9:12 am

LUNENBURG – Lunenburg County school aged children headed back to school this year on Monday (August 22, 2016), which was a little later than in previous years. With a schedule change for the current year, Lunenburg had a slightly longer summer vacation. LCPS Superintendent Charles Berkley uses the phrase, “Making the Best Better,” when describing the work of administrators, teachers and students in an effort to point toward the ideals of continuing to improve on all aspects of public school education in Lunenburg.

Back to School 1 Back to schoolLCPS released the following information following the first day of school that went smoothly in Lunenburg.

“Lunenburg County Public Schools opened this morning with beautiful weather and very few unexpected hiccups or problems. The transition from summer break to opening of school was very smooth with hopes of increased enrollments in all 4 schools. There were still new students being enrolled this morning so we are very optimistic on our enrollment figures. VES had 372 students in attendance and KES had 353 students including 52 Pre-K students. LMS had 336 students and Central had 460 students with students still enrolling.

Although we know that school is about learning, it can often seem otherwise. We expend endless time organizing schedules, ordering books, and ensuring that buses run and toilets flush. Principals struggle to be available to everyone at all times about all matters while simultaneously attending a steady stream of (often inconsequential) meetings.”

Superintendent Charles Berkley stated, “The first day of school never loses its magic. It is a time where everybody kinds of holds their breath and is excited … I still get butterflies, “I love the first day of school; it is such a sense of excitement amid all the preparation and administration. The students pour into the halls, ready to learn and eager to meet new teachers and friends. The students’ energy echoes the enthusiasm of teachers and the relief of many parents. Lunenburg County Public Schools are ready for a fantastic school year with continued success in academics, athletics, and student growth in preparation of molding and developing every student to be ready for the 21st Century Workforce.”

In addition to the start of the year, Mr. Berkley pointed out that this year signals Central High School’s 50th Anniversary that LCPS will be celebrating.

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