St. James Principal

09/03/2026

Please consider participating in this study to look at improving education!

Help us better understand how community members interpret school communication!

Lincoln County Schools is seeking participants for a research study focused on how community members interpret publicly available photographs and other visual communication from the district. Participants will complete a one-time, confidential interview lasting approximately 45–60 minutes.

Are you eligible?
• 18 years of age or older
• Parent, guardian, caregiver, or community member
• Familiar with Lincoln County Schools’ public communications
• Willing to participate in a 45–60 minute audio-recorded interview

Study requirements
• Complete a 45–60 minute interview
• Discuss publicly available district photographs and visual communication
• Participate in a confidential, audio-recorded interview
• Meet in person or virtually at a mutually convenient time

Participant benefits
• Share your perspective on public school communication.
• Contribute to research that may help improve communication practices in public school districts.

Location: Google Meet or Agreed-Upon Location

Interested in participating?

Scan the QR code on the graphic or complete the interest form here:
https://forms.gle/tksBMmWYEM9t7yLbA

Express Interest in Participating
Contact:
Shanti Clancy
Director of Communication
Lincoln County Schools
(980) 429-0401
[email protected]

Principal Investigator:
Dr. Patrick O’Shea
[email protected]

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09/02/2026

It was a Fabulous 5th Grade Curriculum Night. We had over 50 families in attendance.

09/02/2026

Check out Luke Alston and his dad, Jim, who also helps lead our All Pro Dad Program! We think Lincoln County Schools did an excellent job of showcasing our Knights for the attendance challenge. Show up to school to show up for your career!

September is Attendance Awareness Month, and Lincoln County Schools is kicking off a new campaign with one simple message:

BE HERE to GET HERE.

Throughout September, we’ll introduce you to LCS students and family members who are already “there” — serving our community, building careers and making a difference. They’ll share how showing up, learning and growing in school helped prepare them for where they are today.

We’re starting with Luke Alston, a fifth grader at St. James Elementary, and his dad, Staff Sergeant James Alston, who serves as a Unit Training NCO/Cannon Section Chief with the NC Army National Guard in Lincolnton.

When asked how school prepared him for his career, Staff Sergeant Alston shared:

“School taught me about teamwork but still being responsible and accountable for the decisions that I made as an individual.”

For Staff Sergeant Alston, his career is also about service. He has assisted with recovery efforts during state active duty and deployed overseas, helping provide safety and security to those in need.

Every day at school is an opportunity to build skills, develop relationships, and prepare for what comes next.

Wherever our students want to go, it starts with showing up.

BE HERE to GET HERE.

08/31/2026

We had a wonderful 4th Grade Curriculum Night. Over 55 families were represented. Parents heard an overall presentation and then went to their student's individual teacher to learn more about classroom expectations! Our Leadership Tour is setting the stage for success!

08/31/2026

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The Drawbridge

08/28/2026

We had a great first PTO meeting this morning. Please sign up today. It is quick and free. Once you sign up, you will get all of the updates!

08/28/2026

PTO made our Friday with the Snack Cart!

08/28/2026

Thank you Mr. Alston and Mr. Heffner for leading our All Pro Dad Program! We had over 70 parents and 100 students!

08/28/2026

Thank you to Penelope's Puppy Pals for being a Tier 3 Sponsor! We greatly appreciate your support.

08/27/2026

Another wonderful turnout for our 1st Grade Curriculum Night. We had over 50 families! Go Knights!