• Office of Communications and Marketing

LCS News

  • The LCS News Team manages a variety of communication platforms, including the district website, social media channels, newsletters, and press releases, to share important information and celebrate the success of our students, staff, and schools. We work closely with educators, administrators, and the school board to ensure that key messages are delivered in a timely and accurate manner. Please contact us today to share information you would like us to "cover." 

  • About the Communications Department

    LCS News, the Communications Department for Leon County Schools, is dedicated to fostering transparent, open, and effective communication between our schools, students, families, and the broader community. Our goal is to ensure that all stakeholders are informed, engaged, and connected with the district's mission, programs, and achievements.

    We manage a variety of communication platforms, including the district website, social media channels, newsletters, and press releases, to share important information and celebrate the success of our students, staff, and schools. We work closely with educators, administrators, and the school board to ensure that key messages are delivered in a timely and accurate manner.

    In addition to providing updates on district initiatives, events, and policies, LCS News is committed to enhancing community engagement through open dialogue and feedback. We value the input of parents, guardians, and local residents, and we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere where everyone’s voice can be heard.

    At the heart of our department is a passion for supporting the educational journey of every student and ensuring the success of our schools through clear, consistent, and positive communication. We believe that by keeping our community informed and connected, we can help build a stronger, more supportive educational environment for all.

Contact Info

  • Office of Communications & Marketing

    2757 West Pensacola St.
    Tallahassee, FL 32303
    Phone: 850-487-7166
    Chris Petley
    Director of Strategic Communications
    850-487-7166 Office
    850-694-3009 Cell
     
    Scott Whittle
    Website Architect / Coordinator Marketing & Creative Services 
    850-487-7279 Office
     
    Jerome Maples 
    Marketing Coordinator 
    850-487-7344 Office
     
    Katherine Whichel 
    Content Creator 
     

Around the District

  • THE HEART OF A MENTOR (VIDEO) ▶️

    In education, no one succeeds alone. Every great teacher can point to someone who helped them along the way. For first-year teacher Ms. Torkiana Phillips, that person is Ms. Sandra Wilkerson.

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    Excellence of LCS Shows at NASA Astronaut Challenge

    Students from Lincoln High School and Lawton Chiles High School brought pride to Leon County Schools, earning medals at this year’s prestigious Student Astronaut Challenge, held at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center.

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  • Hovercraft Project At W.T.Moore (VIDEO) ▶️

    You won’t believe what W.T. Moore fifth graders built—and rode—thanks to a grant from The Foundation for Leon County Schools.

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    School Board Update

    Here is a detailed briefing document summarizing the key themes, ideas, and facts from the provided school board meeting transcript as created by Google Notebook LM.

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    LCS Briefing: 2/10/25 Agenda Review Rezoning Conversation

    The School Board met for their Agenda Review on 2/10/15. The following is an overview of their conversation about the newly proposed school zone for Riley Elementary School. For more information, visit www.LeonSchools.net/Rezone.

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