Lyons Central School District

Congratulations to Wayne County Sheriff's Deputy TJ Radka on receiving the Distinguished Service Award for his incredible service to the Wayne County Sheriff's Department and as the School Resource Officer at Lyons CSD! Deputy Radka is a trusted, steady presence in our schools—known for his calm professionalism, kindness, and genuine care for students. Whether responding in a crisis, walking the halls, or showing up at games, TJ always goes above and beyond to support our school community. His superpower? Building real connections with students. He listens, guides, and helps them feel seen, safe, and supported—often turning tough moments into smiles. Here’s what some had to say: 🗣 “Because of his support, I was able to turn things around.” – student 🗣 “The students trust him because they know he genuinely cares.” – Jerri Martin, LCSD Staff member 🗣 “We are all better off from having him in our District.”– Dr. Barr, Superintendent Thank you, Deputy Radka—you make a lasting impact every single day. 🦁💙 #LYpride#LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #LCSD #ThankYouDeputyRadka #DistinguishedService #KeepingSchoolsSafe #WayneCountySheriffDeputy #ThankYouForYourService

🦁2025-2026 Budget Vote & Board of Education Election Results 🦁 Thank you to everyone who participated in this year’s school budget vote and board of education election! Budget Results: Yes – 244 No – 78 Board of Education Election Results: Congratulations to Lisa Stone and Mark Bookmiller on being elected to serve on the Lyons Board of Education. Your continued support helps us build a stronger future for our students, schools, and community! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #WeAreLyons #CommunityStrong #LCSD

Last week’s Elementary Chorus Concert was a celebration of talent, creativity, and community! Our young musicians lit up the stage with their voices, while the halls showcased incredible artwork from our elementary artists as part of the Elementary Art Showcase. Thank you to our music and art staff, Mrs. Barrigar and Ms. Linzy, for making the night so special, and to all the families and friends who came to support our students! 📸 See more photos from the concert on our Performing Arts page: https://www.lyonscsd.org/page/performing-arts #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #LyonsCSD #LionPride #ElementaryChorus #MusicMatters

This past weekend, Ms. Gansz’s Advanced Leadership Class brought Lyons together in a big way with two incredible passion projects! 🏃‍♀️ The Lyons Leadership 5K had over 30 participants walking and running to support the Class of 2025! Huge thanks to Imprint Coffee and Rolling Stone Pizza for fueling our runners. 🥎 The first-ever Lyons Grandslam Giveback Softball Tournament was a home run! With 7 teams made up of LCSD staff, alumni, parents, and community members, students helped coach, and our varsity baseball and softball players stepped in to umpire and help with the event. Together, they raised over $2,000 for Golisano Children’s Hospital! These events are powerful examples of Lyons students turning leadership into action and hometown pride into real impact. #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #StudentLeaders #HometownStrong #LCSDLeadership #AdvancedLeadership #LyonsLeaders

🦁Today is National School Speech Pathologist Day, and LCSD is celebrating the incredible speech-language pathologists who support our Lyons Lions every day! From helping students find their voice to building confidence in communication, their work makes a lasting impact across all grade levels. Thank you for your expertise, patience, and dedication—you help our students grow, thrive, and be heard. #LYpride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues#SpeechPathologistDay #ThankYouSLPs #LyonsPride #EveryLionHasAVoice

🎾 Lyons Lions Represent! 🎾 Angelo Card, Peyton Van Housen, Gregory Kesel, and Rhylen Thurston competed in individual sectionals this past weekend! Gregory and Rhylen battled their way to Sunday for a shot at state qualifiers, ultimately falling in a hard-fought match against a strong Williamson team. Proud of the effort, heart, and hustle from all four! 🦁 #LYPride #LionTennis #Sectionals2025 #GoLions #LyonsLions

Lyons' 7th-grade FACS students had a blast cooking alongside professional chefs at New York Kitchen! They sharpened their culinary skills and explored real-world career paths. 🍴👩‍🍳 Read more ➡️ https://www.lyonscsd.org/o/hs/article/2211724

SOFTBALL SPOTLIGHT: This season, two of our Varsity Softball pitchers hit incredible career milestones on the mound! Rylee Richardson (8th grade) reached an impressive 200 career strikeouts, showcasing her strength and consistency in the circle. Keira Weber (11th grade) hit an extraordinary 500 career strikeouts, a true testament to her dominance and dedication to the game. We celebrate the hard work, leadership, and determination these athletes embody—they exemplify #LYPride every step of the way! #LadyLions #GoLions #StrikeoutSuperstars #LionsSoftball #wearelyons

🦁📚✏️It’s time to register your Little Lions! 🦁📚✏️ Lyons Central School District is now accepting registrations for Universal Pre-K (UPK) and Kindergarten for the 2025-2026 school year! 📅 UPK Screenings: May 20 & 21 📅 Kindergarten Screenings: May 22 🔗 Learn more and start the registration process here: https://www.lyonscsd.org/page/upkk 📞 Once you’ve registered, don’t forget to call the Elementary School Office at 315-946-2200 ext. 3100 to schedule your child’s screening appointment. Let’s get ready for a great start to your child’s educational journey!

Important Calendar Update & Reminder: Lyons Elementary School Chorus Concert: THIS Thursday, May 15th @ 7:00 PM Lyons Elementary Band Concert Update (Date change): Tuesday, June 3rd @ 6:30 PM

Today we’re giving a big shoutout to Kayla Eberhardt — Lyons graduate turned Public Relations pro, now proudly serving her hometown community! Kayla’s passion for storytelling and commitment to keeping Lyons connected makes a real difference every single day. From behind-the-scenes updates to spotlighting the great things happening in our schools, she’s the voice that helps share our story with heart and pride. Thank you, Kayla, for your dedication, creativity, for being the behind-the-scenes hero who makes it all look effortless and for always representing Lyons with Lion pride! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #LCSDLions

As Teacher Appreciation Week comes to a close, we want to take a moment to say THANK YOU to our incredible Lyons Central School District teaching staff. Your dedication, creativity, and unwavering support make a lasting difference in the lives of our students every single day. From early mornings to late nights, you show up with passion, purpose, and pride— and it doesn’t go unnoticed. Our schools are stronger, our students are brighter, and our community is better because of you. 🦁 #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #ThankYouTeachers #LCSDPride #TeacherAppreciationWeek #WeAreLyons

Last week, Lyons students took the spotlight at the first-ever “Elevating Student Voice” event hosted by Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES. Lyons High School students presented their ideas and helped lead student-led community circles - representing Lyons with leadership and pride! This year-long initiative brought students, educators, and community leaders together to uplift student perspectives and inspire change. We’re so proud of our students for their commitment and leadership! Check out the photos from the event below and watch the video Mrs. Brooks created to showcase these incredible students' work this year. #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #ElevatingStudentVoice #StudentLeaders

🩺Today is National School Nurse Day, and we’re celebrating the incredible nurses caring for our Lyons Lions daily! From bumps and bruises to big feelings and emergencies, our school nurses are always there with compassion, expertise, and steady support. Thank you for all you do to keep our students safe, healthy, and ready to learn! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #NationalSchoolNurseDay #ThankYouNurses #LCSDLions

Important Calendar Update: Lyons Elementary School Chorus Concert: Thursday, May 15th @ 7:00 PM Lyons Elementary Band Concert: Thursday, June 5th @ 6:30 PM

IK Systems recently featured Lyons Central School District for hosting a powerful “Lunch & Learn” as part of our Career Readiness programming! High school students had the opportunity to connect directly with professionals from IK Systems—a company specializing in innovative security solutions—to explore careers in tech, engineering, and security. Through events like this, LCSD is helping students build real-world connections, discover career pathways, and develop the skills needed for life beyond graduation. Read more about how this partnership supports student growth and district innovation ➡️ https://www.iksystems.com/article.cfm?ArticleNumber=24](https://www.iksystems.com/article.cfm?ArticleNumber=24 #LYPride #CareerReady #LunchAndLearn #RealWorldConnections #InnovativeEducation

🦁 Huge congratulations to our Lady Lions standouts, Jayla Bell and Ja’Niyah Bell, on their All-State, Class B selections! 🏀 Jayla Bell earned First Team All-State Class B honors — an incredible achievement that reflects her drive and unforgettable senior season. 🏀Ja’Niyah Bell was named to the 10th Team All-Staff Class B, a great recognition of her impact and hustle on the court! #LYPride #LadyLions #ROARingSuccess #Basketball #girlsbasketball #studentathletes

🦁 Support Lyons Leadership Passion Projects! 🦁 Our Advanced Leadership seniors are closing out the year with two incredible community events as part of their final Passion Projects — and you’re invited to be part of it! 🏃‍♀️ Senior Class 5K – Saturday, May 17 Join us for a fun run/walk to support the Class of 2025! 📍 Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGPLMzRRCIfzYRqD_IyehudUgxvom4P86dpEIDb5DbpHFXQQ/viewform 🥎 Grand Slam Giveback Softball Tournament – Sunday, May 18 Grab your team and play for a cause! 📅 Register by May 12 📍 Sign up here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf2fLx0sZlw6tRJjJOXgVT-SP9UOsXH3O8pSYhARBTtpPbGMg/viewform Let’s rally behind these amazing student-led initiatives and celebrate the creativity, leadership, and heart of our Lyons seniors! #LYPride #LyonsLeadership #PassionProjects #SeniorStrong #RoarOn

As we close out our Athletic Awards week, we are thrilled to shine a spotlight on an incredible talent—Jamire "JJ" Johnson! Let’s all give a huge round of applause for JJ, who has officially been named to the New York State, Class B & All-Greater Rochester's 1st Team! This recognition is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and outstanding skills on the court. We're so proud to have such a fantastic athlete representing the Lyons Lions! Keep shooting for the stars, JJ! Visit our website for the full lineup of Lyons Lions Athletic Awards: https://www.lyonscsd.org/o/hs/article/2159355 #LYPride #leadlikealion #TheRoarContinues #GoLions #AthleticAwards2025 #BasketballStrong #NYSBasketball #AllGreaterRochester

Happy School Lunch Hero Day! Today, we proudly celebrate the incredible members of our Lyons Central School District food service team! From early mornings to busy lunch periods and after-school meals, these everyday heroes go above and beyond to nourish our students with healthy meals and warm smiles. Thank you for fueling minds, hearts, and futures — one tray at a time. 💛 #LYPride #Lead LikeALion #TheRoarContinues #SchoolLunchHeroDay #ThankYou #LCSDfamily #FuelingTheFuture