
What’s Happening at Lacey? 🦁✨
🔥 Student-Led Learning – Mrs. Mitchell’s 8th-grade Advanced Arkansas History students became experts, leading an Ask the Expert session for Mr. Stafford’s 4th graders! They broke down Arkansas’s six regions and even introduced colleges in each area.
🩺 Future Healthcare Heroes – Middle schoolers got hands-on with the Little Rock Black Nurses Association of Arkansas learning CPR, how to draw blood, and how to monitor blood pressure & heart rate!
🎶 Lacey in the Spotlight – Our Lacey band and majorettes showcased their talent and school spirit at the Black Excellence Program at Exact Academy!
Lacey students are leading, learning, and leveling up every day! #WhereLeadersLearn #LaceyLions #LRSD






📢 Save the Date! Join us for the State of the District Address on March 18, 2025, at 6 p.m. at the Ron Robinson Theater in Library Square! This is your opportunity to hear directly from LRSD leadership about our progress, challenges, and exciting plans for the future. Let’s come together to #ReimagineLRSD and build brighter futures for every student! Be part of the conversation and see how YOU can play a role in our success story.


****LRSD Board Meeting/Public Comment, Thurs., Feb. 27, 5:30 PM; 810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com

Due to some remaining icy conditions on secondary bus routes - NO School Fri., Feb. 21st; but Cent. Off. Staff should report on a 2-hour delay. Mon., Feb. 24, classes will NOW be IN SESSION instead of PD to support student learning in light of back-to-back closures. Thank you!


Due to inclement weather, LRSD Schools/Offices remain closed Thurs., Feb. 20, 2025. Athletic activities also canceled. An announcement will be shared tomorrow about the status of schools Friday. Employees, please monitor emails for updates from HR. Thanks! Stay safe and warm!


A huge thank you to our families, teachers and staff for your flexibility and responsiveness as we adjusted to an early dismissal today. We appreciate your support in helping us ensure everyone's safety. Stay warm, stay safe, and take care!


Due to inclement weather, LRSD Schools/Offices will be closed on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. An announcement will be shared tomorrow about the status of schools Thursday. Employees, please monitor emails for updates from HR. Thanks! Stay safe and warm!


🌟 Stay Safe, Lacey Family! 🌟
Due to impending inclement weather, Lacey will dismiss early Tuesday, February 18th. ⏰ Students will be dismissed at 11:30 AM.
❌ All afterschool activities and athletic events are canceled for the day.
Thank you for your understanding—stay warm and safe! ❤️🦁 #LaceyLions #StaySafe #EarlyDismissal



LRSD schools/offices to dismiss/close early Tues., Feb 18th, due to impending inclement weather: Elem. - 11:30AM; Secondary - 12:30PM; & offices close at 1PM. Afterschool activities/athletic events also canceled Tues. Please monitor messages from LRSD for the latest should changes in weather conditions require LRSD to modify plans. Thank you.


Good morning! LRSD is monitoring the forecast for our area in consultation with the National Weather Service, the District's Safety and Security team, and neighboring districts. An announcement will be made about the status of schools for Tuesday by early afternoon today.


LRSD Special Board Mtg/Pub.Comment & Work Session, Thurs., Feb. 13, 5:30 PM; Both meetings at 810 W. Markham, LRSD Boardroom
Agenda: https://lrsd.diligent.community/Portal/
Watch Live: www.lrsdlive.com

👕 Uniform Reminder 👖
Dr. Marian G. Lacey K-8 Academy is committed to maintaining a positive and respectful learning environment. Please take a moment to review our uniform policy to ensure students are dressed appropriately for school each day.
✅ A well-dressed student is a focused student! Thank you for your continued support in helping us uphold our school standards.
📞 Questions? Contact our office—we're happy to help!
#LaceyLions #DressForSuccess 📚💙🦁




📢 What’s Happening at Lacey? 🦁
We’ve had an exciting week filled with learning, leadership, and celebrations! Check out what’s been happening at Lacey:
🎉 Counselor Appreciation Week – A huge thank you to our incredible counselors, Mrs. Boshears, Ms. Johnson, Mrs. Neely, and Mrs. Young! Their dedication to our students’ success and well-being makes a difference every day. We appreciate you! 💙
👮♀️ Farewell, Officer Gilbert – We’re saying goodbye to Officer Gilbert and thanking her for the time, care, and protection she’s given to our Lacey family. Your impact on our students won’t be forgotten!
📝 Spelling Bee Star – Big congratulations to 4th grader Brisa for representing Lacey at the Pulaski County Spelling Bee! She worked hard, studied diligently, and made us proud on the big stage! 🐝
➗ Mathletes Challenge – Our 3rd-5th grade scholars took on the district-wide Mathletes Challenge, showcasing their problem-solving skills and teamwork. Way to represent Lacey with brainpower and determination! 🏆
🐦 Kindergarten Science Fun – Ms. Sadler’s class got creative with hands-on science, building bird nests with different materials. They explored why birds lay eggs in spring and had a blast being little scientists! 🌿🔍
Lacey is where leaders learn and learners lead! Stay tuned for more amazing moments. #LaceyAcademy #LRSD #ThePrideLand








🌟🏆 Lacey Academy Beta Clubs Shine at State Convention! 🏆🌟 Dr. Marian G Lacey K-8 Academy’s Elementary and Junior Beta Clubs made their mark at the Arkansas State Beta Convention, competing in categories like Living Literature, Robotics, Speech, and academic tests in Computer Science, Math, and Spelling! Several students placed in their events and qualified for Nationals in Orlando! 🦁 Let’s give them a big round of applause!


Join Our Free English Classes for Adults!
Looking to improve your conversational English? Come practice in a supportive and relaxed environment at Dr. Marian G. Lacey K-8 Academy! Classes are free and designed to help you build confidence, fluency, and communication skills for everyday life.
📅 Starting February 4th
🕔 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:15 PM – 6:45 PM
📍 9417 Geyer Springs Rd
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/zR8RRMJiUFBh2DUy5
We’d love to see you there!



🎉💯 We’re 100 days smarter! 💯🎉
Join us this Friday, January 31st, as we celebrate our 100th Day of School at Dr. Marian G. Lacey K-8 Academy! Students and staff are encouraged to dress up like they’re 100 years old—get creative and have fun! 👓👵🏾🎩



Know Your Rights Event Location Update! Dr. Marian G Lacey K-8 Academy is hosting a Know Your Rights event tonight at a new location! The event will be at Mabelvale Middle School. The event begins at 5 PM and is free for all attendees.



Attention Community!
The event "Learn About Family Protection Planning, Notary Powers, and Driving Laws" has been moved to a new location.
📍 Where: Mabelvale Middle School
10811 Mabelvale West Rd
📅 When: Thursday, January 16, 2025
🕔 Time: 5 PM to 7:30 PM
Make sure to head to the new location to take advantage of the resources, free consultations, and more. See you there!
#KnowYourRights #CommunityEvent



Attention Lacey Lions Community 🦁
All scheduled events for today, January 16th, have been cancelled. This includes:
Spelling Bee
Basketball Game: Lacey vs. Forest Heights @ Lacey 🏀 5:30 PM
Informational Meeting (5th-7th Graders only) for the upcoming March 2026 Italy trip with the Lacey Travel Society @ 6 PM
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Please stay tuned for updates regarding rescheduling.
Thank you,
Dr. Marian G. Lacey K-8 Academy



LRSD achieves significant milestone based on latest ATLAS assessment results/cut scores. Div. of Elem&Sec. Ed at ADE announced that LRSD has surpassed the performance threshold outlined by the State & will no longer be required to participate in quarterly Act 1082 check-ins.
