Lowndes High School

🪚🔨 Students in Mr. White’s Construction class recently wrapped up a unit on hand and power tools. As part of their hands-on learning, each class built an Adirondack chair. These beautiful chairs were then presented to our Life Skills classes to enjoy in their outdoor classroom. What an awesome way to combine learning, teamwork, and giving back! 👏❤️

🌟 Support Lowndes Adapted Athletics! 🌟

Lowndes Adapted Athletics proudly serves as the athletic program for students with disabilities in Lowndes County Schools. Our amazing athletes compete in sports such as basketball, track, softball, soccer, bocce, cheerleading, and more—representing our schools at both local and state Special Olympics–sanctioned events.

With the exciting growth of our program comes a greater need for community support. Sponsorships help fund:
⚡ Local Fall & Spring Games hosted at LHS
⚡ Travel expenses & entry fees for state competitions
⚡ Team uniforms & sports equipment

💜 By partnering with us, you’re not just supporting athletics—you’re creating moments of inclusion, pride, and achievement for our student-athletes.

👉 Learn more and make your donation online: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T3qNy_ljdlKOW6Q5upjjrBoaorwt6t7x/view?usp=sharing

https://lowndes.revtrak.net/athletics/lowndes-adapted-athletic/

On Wednesday, the Lowndes High Mock Trial team, accompanied by Mr. Storey’s Law Class, attended offsite hearings for three civil cases in the Georgia State Court of Appeals. Each year, each of the five panels that make up the court (consisting of three judges per panel) choose one location outside of Atlanta to hear oral arguments from parties seeking an appeal to a decision from a lower court. This gives the rest of the state the opportunity to see the judicial system in action. The newly renovated Historic Courthouse downtown was selected as the venue to host students and community members.
Following adjournment, Presiding Judge Stephen Dillard, Judge Amanda Mercier, and Judge C. Andrew Fuller opened the floor for students to ask questions. Our Vikings were also given the opportunity to meet, and briefly chat with the judges personally.
We would like to extend our gratitude to Mrs. Haynes Studstill and Mrs. Ashley Mock of the Studstill Firm for coordinating this unique and extraordinary learning experience for our students. Two weeks ago, Mrs. Studstill came to speak to LHS law students about civil suits, personal injury, and prepped our students for today’s event. In addition to her coordination with the court and other local schools, she also provided our law class and Mock Trial members with legal briefs of the three cases being adjudicated.
Jessie’s Restaurant & Catering and the Studstill Firm provided students with a delicious meal afterwards. The LHS Mock Trial team would also like to thank Mrs. Jessica Ganas at Lowndes County’s Historic Courthouse for her hospitality and sharing the courthouse’s rich history with the group. Lowndes County is celebrating its bicentennial year. Our Vikings were also able to learn about many of the upcoming festivities planned for the rest of the year.
Finally, thank you to Mock Trial Coaches Mr. Storey, Mrs. McDonald, Dr. James, and attorney coach Mr. Wade Krueger for your continued support of student achievement and enrichment!

📢 Only 2 Days Left to Order!

Vikings Tennis Team Store is closing soon — don’t miss your chance to grab official Nike and BSN Sports gear to show your Lowndes pride!

🗓 Deadline: September 26th
⏱ Items ship within 2 business days after the store closes.

This is the only time this year to order tennis spirit gear, and a portion of every purchase goes directly to support our Vikings Tennis Program.

🛒 Shop Now: https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/2AENcysage

Thank you for your support!

Celebrating Georgia Reads Day with a Trip Down Memory Lane!
Ms. Elmore’s Lit 1 students had an amazing time today visiting Westside Elementary to read to Mrs. Robinson and Mrs. McDowell’s first graders! From reading stories together to helping the younger students write in their response journals, our high schoolers got to be little kids again — and loved every minute of it!

It was a day filled with laughter, learning, and the magic of reading. We’re already looking forward to the next chance to connect with these future book lovers!

To celebrate Georgia Reads Day, Mrs. Hannah’s class completed a media center scavenger hunt and checked out some exciting new books! 📚

LHS Class Cabinet 2026 invites you to support Conner Wisham’s Road to Recovery from Guillain Barre Syndrome (GBS).

Conner was diagnosed with GBS this summer on July 2nd; within days of diagnosis, he became completely paralyzed. Conner’s Viking Spirit and positive perspective has carried him through treatments that have given him the ability to move again and walk on his own as he pushes daily to get back to his normal, loving self.

We are asking our Viking family to assist Conner’s family in offsetting their recent, current, and future costs of Conner’s hospital stays, physical therapy, and travel expenses with the purchase of a BBQ dinner plate or to make a donation.

All profits of the BBQ dinner sales go directly to Conner Wisham.

Rev Track Link : https://lowndes.revtrak.net/class-cabinet/class-cabinet-2026/#/v/conner-wisham-fundraiser

📚✍️ Miss Griggers’ class dove into expository writing this week by tackling a fun and thought-provoking prompt: What does “Six Seven” mean? Students practiced explaining ideas clearly and logically, showing off their creativity and writing skills along the way! 💡📝

The LHS Yearbook staff started off the week with a little staff bonding! They used their problem solving skills to detangle the human knot they formed together!

🗽📜 Constitution Day, 21st Century Style! 📜🗽
Today, Mrs. Smith's brilliant US History students didn’t just read the Constitution to celebrate it—they added to it! 💡✨

Using our interactive whiteboard, they brainstormed creative and thoughtful ideas for the next constitutional amendment. They proved that the Constitution is truly a living document that grows with the times.
Future lawmakers? We think so. 💼⚖️
#ConstitutionDay #StudentVoices #LivingConstitution #FutureLeaders #WeThePeople

The Viking Cantors performed for Leadership Lowndes this morning - their first performance of the school year! We look forward to many more community engagement opportunities in the days ahead!

🎉 Mrs. Stack’s Honors students commemorated Constitution Day in a big way! They researched ideas for a potential 28th Amendment and created eye-catching promotional materials to rally support from members of Congress and citizens alike. 💡📜 #ConstitutionDay #FutureLeaders #CivicEngagement #HonorsClass

Miss. Griggers’ 1st block class participated in debates to practice creating claims, supporting with evidence, and addressing counter arguments. Afterward, students voted to determine who had the best overall argument! Vincent Martin, Leah Hooks, and Cohen Cowart were the winners!

Ms. Elmore’s Lit 1 class practiced the art of reading aloud in preparation for their Georgia Reads Day field trip to Westside Elementary!

Do you make a positive impact in your school and community through your leadership and service?
The 2026 application is open August 1 to September 30, 2025, for high school seniors for a $20,000 scholarship from the Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation!
See the flyer or visit www.coca-colascholarsfoundation.org for more information.

Heart of a Viking!
Lowndes High School senior Vin Kapoor has created something truly special for his fellow Vikings. After moving to Valdosta last year, Vin discovered the power of art as a way to cope and connect in a new school. What began as coloring during free time has now grown into a full art therapy book, Mindfulness at Lowndes, featuring uplifting text and mandala art pages.
With the support of our Graphic Arts Teachers, Ms. Vannoy and Mrs. Cantrell, Vin has printed 100 copies of his book to share with the LHS library and student body. His hope? That it will provide comfort, creativity, and encouragement to others who may need it.
We are proud of Vin’s heart, talent, and dedication to making a difference in our Viking community. If you would like a copy of his book, please stop by the media center.
#VikingWay #StudentSpotlight #StrengthHeartLegacy

🌟 Hispanic Heritage Month Kickoff at LHS! 🌟

The Spanish Honor Society is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15th – Oct. 15th) in style! 🎉 We had an amazing start with our Welcome Wednesday in the Quad, and we're just getting started! 🙌

We invite everyone to join us over the next few weeks for some awesome music, fun, and giveaways! 🎶🎁 Let’s come together to celebrate the beauty of the Spanish language and rich cultures that make us who we are! 🇪🇸❤️

Don’t miss out—let's make this month unforgettable! ✨

#HispanicHeritageMonth #SpanishHonorSociety #LHS #CelebrateCulture #SpanishLanguage