Lyons Central School District

🦁This week, we’re shining the spotlight on our Lyons Lions Varsity Teams and their incredible achievements during the Winter 2025 season! Today, we’re celebrating the Lyons Lions Varsity Wrestling Team. We are excited to recognize these talented athletes for their performance and dedication during an incredible season to remember. Varsity Wrestling Award Recipients: 🏅Team: Finger Lakes West Champions 🏅 Hugh Spink: Coach of the Year, Finger Lakes West 🏅 Braydon Dapolito: First Team, Finger Lakes West & Sectional Finalist 🏅Christian Weber: First Team, Finger Lakes West 🏅Nick Keith: First Team, Finger Lakes West 🏅Vernon Jinks: First Team, Finger Lakes West 🏅Preston Arevalo: Second Team, Finger Lakes West 🏅Mitchell VanAuken: Second Team, Finger Lakes West 🏅Christopher Magwood: Second Team, Finger Lakes West 🏅Jayden Joseph: Honorable Mention, Finger Lakes West Stay tuned all week as we highlight the exceptional athletes and teams who make Lyons proud. Thank you to everyone who supports our Lions—together, we roar louder! 🐾 Read more about their historic season: https://www.lyonscsd.org/article/2030645 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 #WrestlingStrong

Our High School Leadership students, along with Middle and Elementary School students, spent their Saturday making a difference by cleaning up along the Erie Canal. Their hard work and community spirit are a true reflection of what it means to give back and take pride in where we live. Thank you to all the students (and families!) who showed up to help keep Lyons beautiful! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #CommunityService #FutureLeaders #ErieCanalCleanup

🦁 Today, we celebrate the incredible administrative professionals who keep Lyons Central School District running smoothly each and every day! 🦁 From the front desks to the district offices, our administrative staff are the friendly faces, organized minds, and steady hands behind so much of what makes our schools thrive. Thank you for your professionalism, positivity, and care for our students, staff, and community. We appreciate you today and every day! #LYPride #LeadLikeAlLion #TheRoarContinues #AdministrativeProfessionalsDay #LCSDFamily

🐾🦁 At Lyons Elementary, we love celebrating students who go above and beyond! 🦁🐾 Through our Cub Calls program, students who consistently show Respect, Ownership, Acceptance, and Responsibility are nominated by their teachers for a special phone call home from the principal! These cubs were selected in April for being true role models in every part of our school. We’re so proud of their leadership, character, and the positive example they set every day. Keep ROARing, Lyons Cubs! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #LitlleLions #ProudPaws#CubCalls #ROAR

🚍🦁 Today, we celebrate our incredible LCSD bus garage team on School Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 🦁🚍 Their dedication, care, and commitment to safety help keep our students moving, rain or shine. Thank you for all you do to support our schools, families, and community — you truly drive the heart of LCSD! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #ThankYou #SchoolBusDriverAppreciationDay #LCSDFamily

🦁Happy National Afterschool Professionals Week! 🦁 Today, we’re celebrating the incredible leaders of our L.Y.O.N.S. Afterschool Program — and all the amazing staff who support this incredible program. Your dedication, creativity, and care help create a welcoming, supportive, and engaging space where our students can learn, grow, and shine beyond the school day. Thank you for the difference you make each and every day! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #ThankYou #AfterschoolChampions #LyonsPride

🌟🐾 March Cub Call🐾🌟 Each month, a select group of Lyons Elementary students is recognized with a Cub Call—an honor reserved for those who go above and beyond in showing respect, responsibility, and Lion-hearted character. 🦁💙 This March, a standout group of students earned this special recognition. Their actions didn’t go unnoticed - and they’ve made our school community even stronger through their leadership, kindness, and integrity. Join us in celebrating these exceptional students! 🔗 See the full list of honorees: https://www.lyonscsd.org/o/es/page/cubcalls #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #LittleLions #ProudPaws #StudetSuccess #CubCalls #StandOutStudents #LCSDisFamily

Shout-out to our 2025 Winter Sports Scholar-Athlete Teams! These Lyons Lions have proven that hard work pays off - on the court, track, alley, and classroom. Your dedication makes us proud. That’s the Lyons Pride way! 🦁 🔗 https://www.lyonscsd.org/article/2119772 #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #ScholarAthletes #WinterSports #WeAreLyons

Feature Friday Spotlight - This week, we’re proud to highlight Lorna Retzbach, who performed at Carnegie Hall last month as part of the Honors Performance Series! From rehearsals and new friendships to Broadway shows and exploring NYC, it was an unforgettable experience. Performing alongside students worldwide, she found community, independence, and inspiration.“We all had the same goals—it felt like we were already friends.” This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity brought personal and musical growth, guided by a world-class conductor. Special thanks to Ms. Shaffer for the nomination—and congratulations on this incredible achievement! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #PerformingArts #FeatureFriday #CarnegieHall #HonorsPerformanceSeries #LCSDPride #StudentSpotlight #LyonsLeads

The Lyons FFA Chapter proudly hosted the New York State Western Region Substate Leadership Development Event (LDE) competition this past weekend at Lyons Middle-High School. We welcomed over 350 students, advisors, judges, and guests for a day focused on leadership growth and skill development. Our very own Baylei Reed has advanced to the State Finals for Creed Speaking. We truly appreciate the support from our community members and the LCSD staff who helped with judging. Congratulations to Baylei for her advancement in the competition and to all the participants for their hard work and a special thank you to the Lyons FFA team for organizing such a successful event! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #LyonsFFA #Leadership Development #CommunityStrong #NYSFFA #FutureLeaders #WesternREgionLDE #StudentSuccess #SupportFFA

Dear LCSD Families - We want to remind you of an important update to the school calendar. Friday, April 11, 2025, will be a Conference Day. There is no school for students on April 11th. However, BOCES students will continue to operate as usual.

We’re Hiring at Lyons Central School District! Join our dedicated team and help make a difference in students’ lives. Learn more & apply: https://lyons.recruitfront.com/ #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #LCSDFamily #LyonsCSD #NowHiring #JoinOurPride #EducationJobs

Help Us Play the Game! The Lyons Community Family Feud is coming, and we need YOUR answers! Take our quick survey — your responses could be featured in the live game on Thursday, April 3 at 6 PM at the Lyons Middle/High School Auditorium. 📲 Take the survey here! https://forms.gle/zpmWfJ8xuAXvUdYd8 Be part of the fun and help shape the show! #LYPride #LyonsFamilyFeud #CommunityFun #LyonsCSD #YouMakeTheGame #SurveySays

Get ready for a night of fun, laughs, and friendly competition! Join us for the first-ever Lyons Community Family Feud hosted by the Lyons Central School District! 📅 Date: Thursday, April 3rd 📍 Location: LCSD Earl Buchanan Middle-High School Auditorium 🕖 Time: 6:00 PM *FREE admission* Watch as local teams face off in a battle of quick thinking and fast answers — Family Feud style! Featuring teams from: 🦁 Lyons Central School District 👮‍♂️ Wayne County Sheriff's Department 🚒 Lyons Fire Department 🏛 Lyons Town Office 💪 Lyons Community Center 💲 Lyons National Bank Bring your family, cheer on your favorite team, and enjoy a night full of community spirit and entertainment! 📢 Help make the game even more fun by sharing your input! Be on the lookout for the survey that will help shape the questions used during the event — we want YOUR answers! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #LyonsPride #LyonsFamilyFeud #CommunityFun #LCSDEvents #FamilyFeudNight #SurveySays

Congratulations to Junior Felisha Santoro, who was recently recognized at Senator Helming’s 2025 Youth Leadership Recognition Ceremony! Each year, this prestigious program honors outstanding students across the 54th Senate District for their dedication to academic excellence, athletic achievement, extracurricular involvement, and community service. Felisha was nominated as LCSD’s representative, standing out for her leadership, hard work, and commitment to making a difference. Way to go, Felisha! Your LCSD family is proud of you! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #LCSDPride #StudentLeader #YouthLeadership #FutureReady #SenatorHelmingRecognition #CongratulationsFelisha

Get ready for one of the most anticipated events of the year — the Annual Lyons vs. Clyde Savannah Staff Basketball Game is back! 📅 Wednesday, March 19th 🕕 6:00 PM 📍 Lyons Community Center Come cheer on your favorite teachers and staff members as Lyons and Clyde go head-to-head in a night of friendly competition, high-energy fun, and school spirit! 🎟 Ticket Info: Presale: Adults – $4 Students – $3 Children under 2 – FREE *presale tickets are sold at the LES, MS/HS and Dobbins Drugs At the door: $5 All proceeds go directly toward student scholarships for seniors – so every ticket supports a great cause! Whether you’re there for the slam dunks, the halftime fun, or just to see your favorite staff show off their skills, you won’t want to miss this! #LYPride #LeadLIkeALion #TheRoarContinues #packthestands #LyonsVsClyde #StaffGame2025 #HoopsForScholarships #LyonsPride

It's time to register for UPK and Kindergarten! Families can now register their children for Universal Pre-Kindergarten (UPK) and Kindergarten for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Visit https://www.lyonscsd.org/page/upkk to get started! We’re excited to welcome your child to the #LYPride!🦁 #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #LittleLions #LyonsCSD #UPKRegistration #KindergartenReady #LyonsPride

🏀 SECTIONAL CHAMPS! 🏆 Congratulations once again to our Lady Lions Varsity Basketball Team on winning the Section V Class B2 Championship on Friday! Their hard work, determination, and teamwork have paid off—and now it’s time to keep the momentum going. We’re so proud of this incredible team and the way they represent Lyons—true #LYPride! NEXT UP: B1/B2 Crossover Game Our Lady Lions are advancing to the next round and will face Hornell in the B1/B2 Crossover game on Tuesday, March 11th at 6:30 PM at Wayland-Cohocton High School. This is a CASHLESS event. Before arriving, use the app to purchase your tickets, which cost $7.30. Tickets should be purchased via the Go Fan App or the link: https://gofan.co/event/3381948 *Search for Section V Watch the game live on the Section V Broadcast Network. Look in the app store or visit the website: https://sectionv.org/sports/2022/10/11/sectionv_broadcast_network.aspx *The stream IS NOT FREE. Please pre-purchase so you do not have any issues A spectator bus will be offered for all High School students and staff. We need at least 15 students and staff to sign up by Tuesday at noon to take the bus. Spectator Bus Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeEJ5lH4_f_qSpTU0geN7ynOTJXS6M4Sf70G9m_sG92wLKsgQ/viewform The winner of this game will move on to the NYS Tournament, playing on Saturday, March 15th at Buffalo State College. Let’s pack the stands and show our Lady Lions some love as they continue their incredible postseason run! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #GoLions #LadyLionsBasketball #SectionVChamps #LionsPride #OneLyons

📢 ‼️ATHLETIC UPDATE: Girls Basketball Section V Class B2 Sectional Tournament Finals ‼️ 📢 🏀Varsity Girls Basketball: Lyons vs. Marcus Whitman on Friday, March 7th at 5:00 PM. Location: Finger Lakes Community College This is a CASHLESS event. Before arriving, use the app to purchase your tickets, which cost $7.30. Tickets should be purchased via the Go Fan App or the link: https://gofan.co/ - Search for “Section V.” Watch the game live on the Section V Broadcast Network. Look in the app store or visit the website: https://sectionv.org/sports/2022/10/11/sectionv_broadcast_network.aspx *The stream IS NOT FREE. Please pre-purchase so you do not have any issues

The Lyons Middle-High School musical Grease! is hitting the stage; you don’t want to miss it! 🌟🎤 📅 Show Dates: 🗓 March 7th, 8th, & 9th 🎟 Tickets are FREE! But seating is limited, so reserve your spot ahead of time! 🔗 Reserve your tickets now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1264064433749?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1264064433749?aff=oddtdtcreator) From the talented cast bringing your favorite characters to life to the dedicated crew working behind the scenes and the incredible pit band providing live music, this is a production you won’t forget! #LYPride #LeadLikeALion #TheRoarContinues #GreaseIsTheWord #LyonsPride #LMHSMusical #SupportTheArts 🎶🎭✨