***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Evening of
September 25 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 16 will double Bus 31
A fire alarm was triggered at Lafayette Elementary School. All students and staff were evacuated. The fire department and local law enforcement responded to the scene. After an investigation, it was determined to be a false alarm and the all clear was given. The school is back on normal schedule.
***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Morning of September 25 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 5 will Double Bus 22
Bus 16 will double Bus 31
***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Evening of
September 24 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 5 will Double Bus 22
Bus 19 will Double Bus 20
Bus 18 will Double Bus 26
Bus 9 will Double Bus 3
***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Morning of September 24 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 5 will Double Bus 22
Hey Macon County,
Parents & Guardians: Would you know what to look for if your child was struggling with substance abuse?
The Tennessee Army National Guard Counterdrug Task Force is bringing their "Stashed Away" mobile exhibit trailer this Friday Night to @LES. 5 pm-9 pm
This 26-foot trailer is designed as a realistic teenager’s bedroom and bathroom. It offers parents and caregivers an eye-opening walkthrough to show how modern substance abuse warning signs, red flags, and contraband can be hidden in plain sight.
21 and older only
We strongly encourage all parents and guardians to take a tour and get equipped with the knowledge to keep our students safe.
Parents & Guardians: Would you know what to look for if your child was struggling with substance abuse?
The Tennessee Army National Guard Counterdrug Task Force is bringing their "Stashed Away" mobile exhibit trailer this Friday Night to @LES. 5 pm-9 pm
This 26-foot trailer is designed as a realistic teenager’s bedroom and bathroom. It offers parents and caregivers an eye-opening walkthrough to show how modern substance abuse warning signs, red flags, and contraband can be hidden in plain sight.
21 and older only
We strongly encourage all parents and guardians to take a tour and get equipped with the knowledge to keep our students safe.

***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Evening of
September 23 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 18 will Double Bus 11
Bus 9 will Double Bus 38
MCHS Underclassmen makeup photos are scheduled for Friday, October 2nd. The schedule is attached.
Proofs for the first round of pictures were emailed to parents and/or students. You can also view your pictures online at paulvauhgnphotography.com.
Proofs for the first round of pictures were emailed to parents and/or students. You can also view your pictures online at paulvauhgnphotography.com.

📣 RBS HOMECOMING REMINDERS! 🐾❤️🖤
We have TWO important Homecoming reminders for our RBS students, families, and fans!
🏈💕 POWDER PUFF GAME — TONIGHT! 💕🏈
📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ Gate Opens: 5:00 PM
🏈 Kickoff: 6:00 PM
📍 RBS Football Field
🎟️ Gate Fee: $3
Come out tonight and support our RBSHS girls as they take the field for Powder Puff! The game is a fundraiser for the Class of 2028, and the concession stand will be open, so grab a snack while you cheer on your class! 🌭🥤🍿
📣 Powder Puff Players & Cheerleaders:
The teams will be made up of students in grades 9–12, with teams/coaches and cheerleaders based on grade. Players are required to have a signed parent/guardian permission form, and participation is $1 for players and cheerleaders.
❤️ Come out, cheer loud, and support your class! 🖤
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🚨 HOMEcoming PARADE ENTRY DEADLINE — TOMORROW! 🚨
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026, is the LAST DAY to turn in Homecoming Parade entry forms.
Students participating in the parade MUST have a completed permission form with a parent/guardian signature. A $10 registration fee is required for each vehicle entry. Students riding with another student must also turn in their own permission slip.
📍 Turn forms and fees in to Ms. Naramore (Room #8) during:
• Before school
• Breaks
• After school
The deadline is Wednesday, September 23. Forms and fees received after the deadline will not qualify the student to participate.
🎉 The Homecoming Parade is Friday, September 25!
We want to see plenty of Bulldogs showing their school spirit, so don't wait until the last minute to get your form turned in!
🐾 Go Bulldogs! ❤️🖤
We have TWO important Homecoming reminders for our RBS students, families, and fans!
🏈💕 POWDER PUFF GAME — TONIGHT! 💕🏈
📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ Gate Opens: 5:00 PM
🏈 Kickoff: 6:00 PM
📍 RBS Football Field
🎟️ Gate Fee: $3
Come out tonight and support our RBSHS girls as they take the field for Powder Puff! The game is a fundraiser for the Class of 2028, and the concession stand will be open, so grab a snack while you cheer on your class! 🌭🥤🍿
📣 Powder Puff Players & Cheerleaders:
The teams will be made up of students in grades 9–12, with teams/coaches and cheerleaders based on grade. Players are required to have a signed parent/guardian permission form, and participation is $1 for players and cheerleaders.
❤️ Come out, cheer loud, and support your class! 🖤
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🚨 HOMEcoming PARADE ENTRY DEADLINE — TOMORROW! 🚨
📅 Wednesday, September 23, 2026, is the LAST DAY to turn in Homecoming Parade entry forms.
Students participating in the parade MUST have a completed permission form with a parent/guardian signature. A $10 registration fee is required for each vehicle entry. Students riding with another student must also turn in their own permission slip.
📍 Turn forms and fees in to Ms. Naramore (Room #8) during:
• Before school
• Breaks
• After school
The deadline is Wednesday, September 23. Forms and fees received after the deadline will not qualify the student to participate.
🎉 The Homecoming Parade is Friday, September 25!
We want to see plenty of Bulldogs showing their school spirit, so don't wait until the last minute to get your form turned in!
🐾 Go Bulldogs! ❤️🖤
***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Evening of
September 22 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 18 will Double Bus 3
Bus 16 will Double Bus 31
We happily announce that Mrs. Andrea Robertson has officially accepted Fairlane Elementary’s principal position for the 2026-27 school year!! Mrs. Robertson has 20 years of experience with our district, ranging from teaching Kindergarten, 2nd, and 3rd grade, and serving as Assistant Principal at MCHS. She is extremely knowledgeable and passionate with helping our earliest learners grow academically, socially, and behaviorally, and we couldn’t be happier to welcome her to the Fairlane family!!
🚨REMINDER🚨

***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Evening of
September 18 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 18 will Double Bus 6
Bus 16 will Double Bus 31
Bus 7 will Double Bus 9
Bus 37 will Double Bus 25
Bus 29 will Double Bus 3
***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Morning of September 18 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 18 will Double Bus 25
Bus 31 will Double Bus 16
***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Morning of September 18 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 18 will Double Bus 25
***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Evening of
September 17 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 18 will Double Bus 25
Bus 31 will Double Bus 16
Bus 9 will Double Bus 3
***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Morning of
September 17 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 18 will Double Bus 25
Bus 31 will Double Bus 16
Bus 19 will Double Bus 22
***BUS ROUTE UPDATES*** The Morning of
September 17 the following Bus Routes:
Bus 18 will Double Bus 25
Bus 31 will Double Bus 16
We’re going to Washington, D.C. and New York in Summer 2027, and we’d love for your student to join us!
We’re excited to tell you more about the trip on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Please be sure to register for this info session to be considered for this opportunity: https://rsvp.efexploreamerica.com/th3j7j9
In this info session, we’ll talk about How this experience will benefit your student; What we’ll see and do on our trip; Everything that’s included in this tour; How your child can earn academic credit; How we’re keeping this safe and affordable; How to enroll on this trip (before it fills up!) and get a limited time discount
I hope to see you there and look forward to sharing how this trip can be a powerful and unforgettable chapter in your child’s life! Please note this is a non-school sponsored trip. Email Ms. Elizabeth Willbanks at willbankse@maconcountyschools.org if you have any questions.
We’re excited to tell you more about the trip on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Please be sure to register for this info session to be considered for this opportunity: https://rsvp.efexploreamerica.com/th3j7j9
In this info session, we’ll talk about How this experience will benefit your student; What we’ll see and do on our trip; Everything that’s included in this tour; How your child can earn academic credit; How we’re keeping this safe and affordable; How to enroll on this trip (before it fills up!) and get a limited time discount
I hope to see you there and look forward to sharing how this trip can be a powerful and unforgettable chapter in your child’s life! Please note this is a non-school sponsored trip. Email Ms. Elizabeth Willbanks at willbankse@maconcountyschools.org if you have any questions.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are writing to inform you of a situation today at MCJH involving a reported threat of violence against a student by another student . We took the matter seriously and immediately investigated it with school administration and the appropriate authorities. We want to reassure you that no students were in danger at any time. The investigation was conducted promptly and thoroughly, and appropriate safety measures were followed throughout the process.
The safety and well-being of our students and staff remain our highest priorities. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding as we work to maintain a safe and secure learning environment.
Mrs. Chelsea Workman
MCJH Principal
