Reminder from The Lion Report 1/9/2026 newsletter: Applications for the Amazon Future Engineer Scholarship are now being accepted!
Essential Details:
*Application Window: Now - January 15, 2026 (The application deadline is firm and will not be extended).
*Target Student: High school seniors who know how to code (or are learning to code) and plan to pursue computer science, or related technical fields.
Award Value: Up to $40,000 in scholarship funding.
This program is so much more than a scholarship! Recipients receive up to $40,000 in scholarship funding, an opportunity to intern at Amazon, and access to comprehensive wrap-around support services including mentorship, professional development, and wellness resources.
For complete eligibility criteria and program details, visit amazonfutureengineer.com/scholarships
The Junior League of Douglas County is pleased to share information about our JLDC Service & Leadership Scholarship, a $1,000 award for graduating Douglas County seniors who have demonstrated a strong commitment to community service and leadership. This scholarship is designed for students who:
*Attend one of the five Douglas County high schools
*Maintain a minimum 2.75 GPA (weighted or unweighted)
*Have completed at least 100 documented community service hours
*Plan to pursue a service-based field such as education, public service, healthcare, social work, nonprofit leadership, or a related area.
Application Requirements:
Applicants will submit a short written response, a brief video, and documentation of their community service hours. Click here to apply https://forms.gle/QJcrCAnehafmFR2YA. Deadline to apply March 31, 2026.
*Attend one of the five Douglas County high schools
*Maintain a minimum 2.75 GPA (weighted or unweighted)
*Have completed at least 100 documented community service hours
*Plan to pursue a service-based field such as education, public service, healthcare, social work, nonprofit leadership, or a related area.
Application Requirements:
Applicants will submit a short written response, a brief video, and documentation of their community service hours. Click here to apply https://forms.gle/QJcrCAnehafmFR2YA. Deadline to apply March 31, 2026.
There will be a golf informational meeting on Tuesday, January 13th, at 3:20 to 3:45 PM in Mrs. Jordan's room, S206. Any and all students interested in playing golf this season should plan to attend. Hope to see you there!
Attention Juniors & Seniors interested in a career in the Military. Registration for the Spring 2026 ASVAB test is now open. There are only 26 spots left. This is First Come. First Serve.
Flyers with the QR Code to Register are posted around campus on hallway bulletin boards, in the Middle Office, in Junior and in Senior Google Classrooms.
If you have questions, stop by the Middle Office and Speak to Mrs. Adebesin. (If you already registered last semester, you do not need to register again.
Flyers with the QR Code to Register are posted around campus on hallway bulletin boards, in the Middle Office, in Junior and in Senior Google Classrooms.
If you have questions, stop by the Middle Office and Speak to Mrs. Adebesin. (If you already registered last semester, you do not need to register again.
Basketball takes center court when boys' and girls' teams from all five Douglas County high schools participate in the DCSS Holiday Hoops Tournament. The tournament tips off Dec. 20 with all five DCSS girls' teams in action. Tournament play will continue Dec. 22-23. See the times below.
This will be a round-robin style tournament. View the full tournament schedule here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4790/DCSS/6158785/2025-2026_DCSS_Holiday_Hoops_Schedule_-_ROUND_ROBIN.pdf
Tickets are $10 per person or $25 for a three-day pass. Tickets can be purchased online here: https://gofan.co/event/5189263?schoolId=GA4814
Come out and support the Lithia Lions Girls and Boys Basketball Teams! Hope to see you there!
This will be a round-robin style tournament. View the full tournament schedule here: https://core-docs.s3.us-east-1.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/4790/DCSS/6158785/2025-2026_DCSS_Holiday_Hoops_Schedule_-_ROUND_ROBIN.pdf
Tickets are $10 per person or $25 for a three-day pass. Tickets can be purchased online here: https://gofan.co/event/5189263?schoolId=GA4814
Come out and support the Lithia Lions Girls and Boys Basketball Teams! Hope to see you there!
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Congratulations, Team Athena - LSHS Shines at FashionTech Hackathon!
Lithia Springs High School celebrates five STEM magnet students who won the People’s Choice Award at The Next IT Girls FashionTech Hackathon with their innovative wearable wellness device designed to support women’s safety and empowerment.
Team Athena: Savannah Brooks, Kailey “Bri” Derricott, Victoria Lee, Daniella Loh, and Maria Okwumabua — advanced as finalists with a Pandora-style wellness bracelet that blends fashion and function. Each student earned a MacBook and a luxury Saks Fifth Avenue gift bag.
“This hackathon gave our students a platform to be seen, heard, and celebrated in a field where diverse perspectives matter,” said Dr. Nicole Oliver-Wynn, STEM coordinator. “Team Athena’s success shows how creativity and STEM blend seamlessly in our magnet program.”
With support from LSHS alumnus and Accenture professional Marcus Knighton, three school teams reached the second round, building prototypes at Accenture’s offices. Team Athena competed in the final round on Dec. 4.
The school plans to replicate this experience for middle school students across Douglas County, expanding access to real-world, interdisciplinary STEM opportunities.
Congratulations, Team Athena — you’ve made LSHS proud! #GreatnessGrowsHere
Lithia Springs High School celebrates five STEM magnet students who won the People’s Choice Award at The Next IT Girls FashionTech Hackathon with their innovative wearable wellness device designed to support women’s safety and empowerment.
Team Athena: Savannah Brooks, Kailey “Bri” Derricott, Victoria Lee, Daniella Loh, and Maria Okwumabua — advanced as finalists with a Pandora-style wellness bracelet that blends fashion and function. Each student earned a MacBook and a luxury Saks Fifth Avenue gift bag.
“This hackathon gave our students a platform to be seen, heard, and celebrated in a field where diverse perspectives matter,” said Dr. Nicole Oliver-Wynn, STEM coordinator. “Team Athena’s success shows how creativity and STEM blend seamlessly in our magnet program.”
With support from LSHS alumnus and Accenture professional Marcus Knighton, three school teams reached the second round, building prototypes at Accenture’s offices. Team Athena competed in the final round on Dec. 4.
The school plans to replicate this experience for middle school students across Douglas County, expanding access to real-world, interdisciplinary STEM opportunities.
Congratulations, Team Athena — you’ve made LSHS proud! #GreatnessGrowsHere
Lithia Springs Flag Football Advances to Elite 8 with Home Sweep!
The Lithia Springs High School Lions are heading to the Elite 8 after sweeping their way through the first two rounds of the GHSA state playoffs tonight at home.
The Lions defeated Brookwood 7-0 and West Forsyth 12-6 to improve to 15-5 overall. Senior Parker Amenyo came up big with a key late interception to help seal the win over Brookwood.
The defending Area 5 champions move on to the Elite 8 on Monday.
Congratulations, Lions! 🦁💛💚
#DCSSProud #GreatnessGrowsHere #LithiaSpringsHS #LionPride #FlagFootball
The Lithia Springs High School Lions are heading to the Elite 8 after sweeping their way through the first two rounds of the GHSA state playoffs tonight at home.
The Lions defeated Brookwood 7-0 and West Forsyth 12-6 to improve to 15-5 overall. Senior Parker Amenyo came up big with a key late interception to help seal the win over Brookwood.
The defending Area 5 champions move on to the Elite 8 on Monday.
Congratulations, Lions! 🦁💛💚
#DCSSProud #GreatnessGrowsHere #LithiaSpringsHS #LionPride #FlagFootball
We are excited to share that our student, Nneka Onwumelu, has been selected as a QuestBridge National College Match Finalist. QuestBridge is a highly competitive program that connects high-achieving, college-ready students with prestigious universities across the country, offering full scholarships to help remove financial barriers to higher education.
We are proud to announce that Nneka has officially matched with Dartmouth College, one of the nation’s top institutions, where she will be enrolling in their Pre-Health Preparation program. Through the QuestBridge Match scholarship, she will be receiving a full ride, covering tuition, room and board, and additional academic resources.
Please join me in congratulating Nneka on this incredible accomplishment. Her hard work, dedication, and academic excellence have opened the door to an extraordinary opportunity. #GreatnessGrowsHere
We are proud to announce that Nneka has officially matched with Dartmouth College, one of the nation’s top institutions, where she will be enrolling in their Pre-Health Preparation program. Through the QuestBridge Match scholarship, she will be receiving a full ride, covering tuition, room and board, and additional academic resources.
Please join me in congratulating Nneka on this incredible accomplishment. Her hard work, dedication, and academic excellence have opened the door to an extraordinary opportunity. #GreatnessGrowsHere
Parent Technology Night was a success! Our Tech Talk Power Hour on December 3rd shared key digital tools and resources students use daily and aligned with DCSS technology-use guidelines. The session helped equip parents with the skills needed to confidently support their students.
Congratulations to our Amazon gift card winners, Ms. Watts and Ms. Woods.
We look forward to continuing these learning opportunities as we work together to support your child’s education and help greatness grow here! #GreatnessGrowsHere
Congratulations to our Amazon gift card winners, Ms. Watts and Ms. Woods.
We look forward to continuing these learning opportunities as we work together to support your child’s education and help greatness grow here! #GreatnessGrowsHere
Discover the Future at Family STEM Day! We are excited to invite our high school staff, students, and families to an exciting day of innovation and discovery! Factory Shoals Elementary School is hosting a district-wide Family STEM Day, bringing together Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math for a day of hands-on fun.
Whether you are a high school student interested in science, or a parent looking for a fun educational weekend activity for the whole family, this is the perfect event to explore creativity and problem-solving. Come and see STEM in action!
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Doors Open at 9:30 AM)
Location: Factory Shoals Elementary School, 2375 Mount Vernon Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122
Cost: FREE Admission for all Students in Grades K-12
Come out and support our community while exploring the exciting world of STEM. We hope to see you there!
Whether you are a high school student interested in science, or a parent looking for a fun educational weekend activity for the whole family, this is the perfect event to explore creativity and problem-solving. Come and see STEM in action!
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (Doors Open at 9:30 AM)
Location: Factory Shoals Elementary School, 2375 Mount Vernon Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122
Cost: FREE Admission for all Students in Grades K-12
Come out and support our community while exploring the exciting world of STEM. We hope to see you there!
Congratulations to Posse Scholar Recipient Ashley McLaughlin!
We are proud to celebrate Ashley McLaughlin for earning the prestigious Posse Scholarship, a recognition of her brilliance, resilience, leadership, and service. Ashley sets bold goals, pursues them with grit, and continues to inspire her peers by rising above challenges and shining with purpose. Let’s give it up for our Lady Lion !
The Posse Foundation awards full-tuition, merit-based scholarships to high-potential student leaders, providing mentorship, professional development, and a supportive cohort to ensure college success.
Ashley’s Posse Scholarship will provide her a full ride to George Washington University in Washington, D.C. next school year. We are incredibly proud...greatness is growing here, and Ashley is leading the way!
#GreatnessGrowsHere #PosseScholar #LionPride
We are proud to celebrate Ashley McLaughlin for earning the prestigious Posse Scholarship, a recognition of her brilliance, resilience, leadership, and service. Ashley sets bold goals, pursues them with grit, and continues to inspire her peers by rising above challenges and shining with purpose. Let’s give it up for our Lady Lion !
The Posse Foundation awards full-tuition, merit-based scholarships to high-potential student leaders, providing mentorship, professional development, and a supportive cohort to ensure college success.
Ashley’s Posse Scholarship will provide her a full ride to George Washington University in Washington, D.C. next school year. We are incredibly proud...greatness is growing here, and Ashley is leading the way!
#GreatnessGrowsHere #PosseScholar #LionPride
Attention Students! Get ready Winter 2025 GMAS End-of-Course testing kicks off the moment we return from Thanksgiving Break on Tuesday, December 2nd! All students scheduled to test: come back prepared, focused, and ready to shine! You've got to finish the semester strong.
🌍 International Night 2025 – Join Us! 🌍
Lithia Springs High School is excited to host International Night on
Thursday, November 20, 2025
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
LSHS Cafeteria & Theatre
Come celebrate the rich cultural diversity that makes our school community so special! Enjoy an evening filled with music, food, performances, cultural displays, and more.
All are welcome - students, families, and community members!
We look forward to celebrating with you.
Lithia Springs High School is excited to host International Night on
Thursday, November 20, 2025
5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
LSHS Cafeteria & Theatre
Come celebrate the rich cultural diversity that makes our school community so special! Enjoy an evening filled with music, food, performances, cultural displays, and more.
All are welcome - students, families, and community members!
We look forward to celebrating with you.
Hello Lion Nation:
Please join me in welcoming Coach Dallas Neloms as the new Head Boys Basketball Coach at Lithia Springs High School!
Coach Neloms hails from Tifton, Georgia, and brings a wealth of experience and success to our program. He served as an assistant coach at Tift County High School for 12 years, contributing to two state championship teams and eight consecutive region championship teams. He also gained valuable head coaching experience at Berrien County High School.
Coach Neloms’ philosophy centers on developing athletes who are smart, tough, determined, and disciplined, with a foundation built on strong character and a relentless will to win. His passion for transforming culture and driving excellence—both on and off the court—aligns perfectly with our school’s mission and values.
We’re excited to have Coach Neloms join the Lion family and look forward to the positive impact he will make on our students, athletes, and community.
Welcome to Lithia Springs, Coach Neloms!
#GoLions
Please join me in welcoming Coach Dallas Neloms as the new Head Boys Basketball Coach at Lithia Springs High School!
Coach Neloms hails from Tifton, Georgia, and brings a wealth of experience and success to our program. He served as an assistant coach at Tift County High School for 12 years, contributing to two state championship teams and eight consecutive region championship teams. He also gained valuable head coaching experience at Berrien County High School.
Coach Neloms’ philosophy centers on developing athletes who are smart, tough, determined, and disciplined, with a foundation built on strong character and a relentless will to win. His passion for transforming culture and driving excellence—both on and off the court—aligns perfectly with our school’s mission and values.
We’re excited to have Coach Neloms join the Lion family and look forward to the positive impact he will make on our students, athletes, and community.
Welcome to Lithia Springs, Coach Neloms!
#GoLions
🎓 College Thursdays at Lithia Springs High School!
At LSHS, we are committed to fostering a culture of college and career readiness. Each Thursday, our staff proudly wear their college attire to inspire students to envision their own higher education journeys and embrace lifelong learning.
Special thanks to Mrs. Hoffman, Mrs. Clemons, and Mrs. Mitchell for representing their alma maters last week!
Students and staff, join us this Thursday in your college gear for a chance to be featured on our page!
#CollegeReadiness #FutureFocused #GoLions
At LSHS, we are committed to fostering a culture of college and career readiness. Each Thursday, our staff proudly wear their college attire to inspire students to envision their own higher education journeys and embrace lifelong learning.
Special thanks to Mrs. Hoffman, Mrs. Clemons, and Mrs. Mitchell for representing their alma maters last week!
Students and staff, join us this Thursday in your college gear for a chance to be featured on our page!
#CollegeReadiness #FutureFocused #GoLions
Experience College Life with UPI Study!
Ready to get a head start on your college journey? UPI Study gives students an exciting opportunity to experience college-level learning through 100% online, self-paced classes — all for an incredible value: 2 years of college for only $400!
Through this unique program, you’ll explore new subjects, connect with college instructors, and build valuable skills that prepare you for your future. Whether you’re interested in a specific field or simply curious about what college is like, this is your chance to take that next step.
See the flyer for full details and how to apply!
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity — your future starts here!
Ready to get a head start on your college journey? UPI Study gives students an exciting opportunity to experience college-level learning through 100% online, self-paced classes — all for an incredible value: 2 years of college for only $400!
Through this unique program, you’ll explore new subjects, connect with college instructors, and build valuable skills that prepare you for your future. Whether you’re interested in a specific field or simply curious about what college is like, this is your chance to take that next step.
See the flyer for full details and how to apply!
Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity — your future starts here!
Lions Athletics Upcoming Events - The week of October 27th at a glance.
ASVAB REGISTRATION OPEN FOR 11TH AND 12TH GRADERS
Attention all 11th and 12th grade students interested in enlisting in the U.S. Military...You are required to take the ASVAB test first.
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a multiple-choice test that measures your developed abilities and helps predict success in military careers. Takingthe ASVAB does not commit you to join the military. It is a tool for career exploration. Register for the ASVAB at the QR Code found on the above flyer.
After you register, you will receive a confirmation message to your Douglas County school email. For questions, please contact your School Counselor.
Attention all 11th and 12th grade students interested in enlisting in the U.S. Military...You are required to take the ASVAB test first.
The ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) is a multiple-choice test that measures your developed abilities and helps predict success in military careers. Takingthe ASVAB does not commit you to join the military. It is a tool for career exploration. Register for the ASVAB at the QR Code found on the above flyer.
After you register, you will receive a confirmation message to your Douglas County school email. For questions, please contact your School Counselor.
ATL Grad will be on campus during all lunch periods on Thursday, October 30th with displays of Letterman Jackets, Class Rings, and other senior items.
See the flyers for senior cap/gown and letterman jacket info.
See the flyers for senior cap/gown and letterman jacket info.
