IMPORTANT: EARLY DISMISSAL TODAY, 9/1/2026
Due to the ongoing water issue in the county and low water pressure, Marion County Schools will dismiss early today, Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
MCMHS will dismiss at 8:25 AM.
LKMES will dismiss at 8:30 AM.
Parents and guardians may begin picking up car riders at the designated dismissal time for each school. Buses will also begin their routes following dismissal.
We understand that an unexpected schedule change can be inconvenient for families and appreciate your patience and flexibility. The health and safety of our students and staff remain our priority.
Please continue to monitor the Marion County Schools website, social media pages, and district notification system for any additional updates.
1 day ago, Marion County Schools
🥣 Grits with Grown-Ups & Book Fair at L.K. Moss Elementary! 📚✨ S.O.A.R. into a good book, fly in for Grits with Grown-Ups, and let your imagination take flight at our Book Fair! Paper flyers were sent home with students! Please fill out and return the bottom portion of the flyer to your child's teacher, or scan the QR code on the flyer to register online. 🗓️ Schedule (7:30 AM – 8:30 AM): Sept. 8: Pre-K & Kindergarten Sept. 9: 1st & 2nd Grade Sept. 10: 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade 💵 Cost: L.K. Moss Students: FREE Guests: $5.00 per guest eating 📌 Important Notes: Pre-Payment Deadline: Thursday, September 3. Attach payment to the form to receive your ticket ahead of time. At the Door: Cash payments at the door must be exact change. We look forward to seeing our eagle families there! 🎈📚
1 day ago, LKMOSS
grits with Grown-Ups

Last chance to order fall spirit shirts!

To try our new online order form, click the link below, or scan the QR code in the picture.

Spirit Shirt Online Order Form

1 day ago, LK Moss
Online order form
Statement from the Superintendent Marion County Schools is committed to supporting our students, families, staff, and community with transparency, respect, and a focus on facts. Superintendent Jamie Penoncello has issued the following statement regarding recent social media commentary involving a student of Marion County Schools. The statement below is shared with the knowledge and support of the student's parents, whose signatures are included to affirm their agreement with the information presented. Please read the Superintendent's full statement below. Good afternoon. I am the Superintendent of Marion County Schools, with a heavy heart and a sense of urgency. On Saturday, I came across a post made by our mayor on Facebook regarding one of our students. The post lacked critical facts. It was disappointing to see that he did not reach out to the Principal, the Assistant Superintendent, or myself for clarification. The parents of the student were unaware of the post until later Sunday and called the principal on Monday morning. Imagine their shock and concern. The mayor's words were reckless. They sowed division in our community and hurt innocent people. On Saturday, the Assistant Superintendent and I reached out to the mayor to discuss the inaccuracies in his post. We hoped for an open dialogue, but our calls went nowhere. This speaks volumes. Meanwhile, our coach faces unfair judgment for actions she did not commit. The rush to judgment on social media can be harmful. This situation serves as a reminder. Let's be cautious before jumping to conclusions. It's crucial to gather all the facts before speaking publicly. The parents of this child stand with our school system, just as we stand with our students. Together, we will continue to work tirelessly to make this school system the very best it can be.
9 days ago, Marion County Schools
statement from the Superintendent
Our first home game is tomorrow night, and we’re ready to cheer on our Eagles! LK Moss students are encouraged to join the fun by participating in our themed Home Game dress-up days throughout the season. On Game Day Fridays, cheerleaders will also be at LK Moss selling Eagle face tattoos and cheer poms—please send cash with your student if they would like to purchase one. Tomorrow, August 21, is USA Day! 🇺🇸 Wear your red, white, and blue and help us kick off football season with lots of EAGLE PRIDE!
13 days ago, LKMOSS
show your eagle pride
Can't wait to see our Eagles back on campus tomorrow! 🦅
about 1 month ago, LKMOSS
twas the night before school
📣 Mark Your Calendars, Eagle Families! 🦅❤️🖤 The 2026-2027 school year is just around the corner, and we have an exciting year planned at L.K. Moss Elementary! 📅 Don't miss our first event: 🏫 Open House 📍 Thursday, July 30 ⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM Come meet your teachers, explore the school, and get ready for an amazing year of learning and fun! Be sure to save the dates for all of our exciting events throughout the fall, including Curriculum Night, Book Fair, Reading Night, Fall Festival, Sneaker Ball, Santa Shop, and more! We can't wait to welcome everyone back and kick off another fantastic year together. ❤️🖤 Heroes Learn. Heroes Lead. Heroes Succeed. 🦅 Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle! #LKMossElementary #EaglePride #BackToSchool #LeagueOfLeaders #MarionCountySchools
about 1 month ago, Marion County Schools
Save the Date

Join Us for an Evening of Eagle Pride! 

Meet Our Eagle Team

Meet your teachers, paras, and staff as we kick off an exciting new school year! 

Visit Our Open House Stations

Stop by the gym to learn about numerous school resources, including:

🚌 School Transportation & Car Riders
📚 Marion County Public Library
🏀 Marion County Recreation Department
🛡️ School Safety
❤️ LK Moss Counseling Department
🍀 Marion County 4-H
...and more!

 Shop While You're Here!

👕 Official LK Moss Spirit Shirts

  • Limited shirts available for purchase

  • Orders accepted if your size is unavailable

  • Cash, Check, and Card Accepted

 ✏️ The Dime Store
Pick up those last-minute school supplies before the first day of school


about 2 months ago, Marion County Schools
Open House LK
🏀 Milestone Madness 🏀 Calling all parents of 3rd-5th graders! It’s time to get in the game and help your student slam dunk their upcoming tests. All are invited to join the team! The Game Plan: Date: April 2. Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Home Court: LK Moss. Who: Families of students in Grades 3-5. What’s in the Playbook? Scouting Report: Latest test updates and requirements. Practice Drills: Real practice questions. Winning Shots: Expert test-taking Let's help our students hit a nothing-but-net finish! 🏆
5 months ago, LKMOSS
March madness
🌸📸 Spring Picture Day is Thursday, March 26th! 📸🌸 Spring Individual & Classroom Group Pictures will be taken next Thursday, March 26th. We’re excited to share our Spring Individual/Classroom Group picture prepay link! This easy online option means no more sending order forms or money back to school—simple and stress-free for everyone. 📄Order Forms will be sent home soon. Please ensure all completed order forms are returned with payment no later than March 26th. ⏰ Important Reminder: The prepay link will close at 4 PM the day before picture day so we can prepare everything for our photographers. Thank you for helping us spread the word and get everyone ready for those beautiful spring smiles! 🌷✨ You can use the link below- Search Box > Type your School Name> Select Spring Link - https://bpiphotography.net/view-order-photos/
6 months ago, LKMOSS
Due to concerns related to weather and road conditions, Marion County Schools will be closed to students on Monday, March 16, 2026.
No students should report. Faculty and staff should report at 11 AM.
Thank you for your understanding, patience, and partnership as we work to ensure the safety of our school community
6 months ago, Marion County Schools
📣Just a quick reminder that tomorrow is a Teacher Work Day, so there will be no school for students. We also want to remind everyone that there will be no school on Friday as well.📣
6 months ago, LKMOSS
🗓️ SAVE THE DATE: Field Day 2026 Parents, please remember that the T-shirt money must be turned in by Friday, March 6th. 👕 While we’d love to see everyone in their team colors, please note that purchasing a shirt is not mandatory for your student to participate in the fun! Here is the breakdown for the week of Field Day: 👟 Monday, March 30: Kindergarten & 1st Grade 👟 Tuesday, March 31: 2nd & 3rd Grade 👟 Wednesday, April 1: 4th & 5th Grade We can’t wait to see our athletes in action! Order forms were sent home with students recently🏆 Let us know if you have any questions. Please see the form attached if you would like to purchase a t-shirt.👇.
6 months ago, LKMOSS
field day
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Staff,
Please be advised that L. K. Moss Elementary School (LKMES) will hold its School Council meeting on February 19, 2026, in the Media Center at 3:05 PM. The tentative agenda includes discussion of organizing the council, election of officers, establishing meeting dates, and the principal’s report. We welcome all interested parents, staff, and community members to attend. Thank you for your continued support of LKMES.
7 months ago, LKMOSS
📢Kona Ice has been cancelled for tomorrow. Our Afterschool program will start on Thursday.
7 months ago, LKMOSS
Marion County School District looks forward to welcoming students and staff back on campus on a normal schedule Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Thank you for your continued support.
7 months ago, Marion County Schools

Marion County School District is closely monitoring current and forecasted weather conditions. Our top priority is always the safety of our students and staff, and we are committed to making the best decisions possible using the most current and comprehensive information available.
At this time, no changes have been made. Should conditions require adjustments, we will communicate as quickly as possible.
Please continue to monitor the school system’s official social media accounts and communication channels for updates.
Thank you for your patience and partnership as we work to ensure the safety of our school community.

7 months ago, Marion County Schools

In order to prepare for the 2026-2030 strategic planning session, please complete the following survey. Your responses will remain confidential. Thank you.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MCStrategicPlan

8 months ago, Marion County Schools
Strategic Plan QR
Strategic Plan

Service timeline honoring Rhonda Jorden-Neal will be as follows:

Viewing/Visitation- Friday, December 19, 2025 from 5-7 P.M. at Cool Spring Baptist Church;

Funeral Services- Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 12 Noon, Marion County Middle High School Gymnasium;

Burial - Saturday, December 20, 2025, Cool Spring Baptist Church Cemetery;

Repast- Saturday, December 20, 2025, Marion County Middle High School Cafeteria

9 months ago, Marion County Schools
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Funeral Services
🎅🎁Reminder: The Santa Shop is hosting Family Night today, December 11, 2025, from 3:30 p.m.-7:00 p.m. at L.K. Moss.🎅🎁
9 months ago, LKMOSS
Santa shop