4 Corners
A Publication of Lauderdale County Schools
Volume IV Issue 10
May 2017
LCSD Focus on
Real-Life Issues
In recent weeks it has become more apparent than ever that
students today face problems that previous generations could
have never imagined. Emotional and mental health disorders,
socialization and adjustment problems, alcohol and drug
abuse, sexual abuse, and suicide are only a few of the multi-
tude of problems our young people are forced to face. Dr. Lee
Lee Marlow from Weems Mental Health recently spoke to a
group of administrators in our district. Her message was clear.
Randy Hodges, Superintendent
Parents, schools, and community must share in the
responsibility of helping students cope with these difFicult real life situations. Lauderdale
County School District is outstanding, but it does not exempt us from the reality of the
world we live in. No longer can we make excuses for students, but rather we must equip
them with the necessary skills and resources to face these tough issues and make in-
formed choices. In the coming year, Lauderdale County School District will continue to
make preparing our students for the real world a top priority. In dealing with difFicult is-
sues, I will rely heavily on the experts, such as our mental health professionals and law en-
forcement, for the needed resources. We also are well aware that teachers, administra-
tors, counselors, and coaches have a tremendous impact in the lives of students. Through
our words and actions, we communicate to our young people what be believe. As we move
forward, I challenge each of you to continue to work on building relationships with the stu-
dents you serve. It is through trusting relationships that we are able to help students
when problems arise.