The 2024-2025 W.O. Lance Elementary School Teacher of the Year is Ryan Nelson.
Coach Nelson is an enthusiastic and innovative Physical Education teacher who has been at W. O. for 8 years. Coach Nelson uses sports education to inspire students not only to develop physical fitness but also foster essential life skills such as teamwork, leadership, discipline, and perseverance.
As a physical education teacher at W. O. Lance, Coach Nelson has created an engaging, student-centered curriculum that incorporates a wide variety of sports and activities to ensure that every student finds joy and success in physical fitness. By emphasizing the values of teamwork, fair play, and personal growth through sports, Coach Nelson encourages students to build both physical skills and their character.
Beyond the gym, Coach Nelson is dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles and physical well-being throughout the school community. He regularly organizes extracurricular sports programs, school-wide fitness challenges, and community outreach events that encourage lifelong fitness habits. He enjoys being able to give back to his community.
Coach Nelson holds a Physical Education Degree from Auburn University and is a Lanett High Alumni. He has been married to Jessica for 7 years, and they have three beautiful children Lexie, Griffin, and Addyson. He is a member of Victory Baptist Church where he serves as the Vacation Bible School Director. Outside the classroom Coach Nelson enjoys spending time with his family, being head baseball coach for Lanett High School, being the tight ends coach for Lanett High School football, and being the defensive coordinator for Lanett JR. High School, and finds immense joy in coaching his daughter's travel softball team, The East Alabama Elites.
Congratulations Coach Nelson. We are blessed to have you as a part of our Panther family!
The 2024-2025 Lanett High School Teacher of the Year is Trentavious McCants.
Coach McCants, affectionately known as “Coach Tay” to many, serves as the physical education teacher at Lanett High School. He began his career with Lanett City Schools in 2015 as the CHOICES Behavior Specialist for our in-school suspension and alternative school program. In 2019, he assumed the role of physical education teacher.
In addition to his role as teacher, he is also the head varsity boys basketball coach for the Mighty Lanett Panthers.
Coach McCants pursued his collegiate studies at the University of North Alabama (UNA), graduating with a degree in business management. During his tenure at UNA, he was a member of the basketball team and FCA, which afforded him the opportunity to serve the community in various capacities. He attributes his involvement in these organizations as the catalyst for his desire to impact the lives of others in a positive way.
When asked to share his teaching philosophy, Coach McCants notes that “all students are capable of learning, achieving goals, and meeting their full potential in an educational environment where they feel protected and unpretentious. In physical education, I aim to create trusting relationships and safe environments where my students can grow physically, mentally, and socially. I accommodate the different learning styles of my students by incorporating individual work, hands-on activities, and team building activities in which students are able to showcase their skills and strengths amongst their peers. Daily, I continually work towards being the one who helps inspire the skills and values in students that will leave an impact on them for a lifetime”.
Coach McCants boasts of his passion to motivate his students and athletes in the classroom and on the court. He also prides himself in his efforts to be a positive influence in the local community.
He is happily married to Breeana McCants and the father of three children Triniti, Taylin, and Trenton.
Congratulations Coach McCants. We are blessed to have you as a part of our Panther family!
Please see the flyers below for more information about the upcoming school board meeting for Lanett City Schools.
Happy Thanksgiving from Lanett City Schools Schools!
The schools will be closed from November 25-29. Students will return December 2.
Lanett City Schools celebrated the completion of the renovation of the Verdis F. Bible Fine Arts Center (LHS Auditorium) with a special ribbon cutting ceremony today. Thank you to all who join us in this celebration.
It is a GREAT day to be a Panther!
Lanett City Schools will be closed Monday, November 11th in observance of Veterans Day.
Join us for our Title I Parent Advisory Group! Please see the flyer for more information.
Lanett City Schools is excited to announce the completion of the Verdis F. Bible Fine Arts Center (LHS Auditorium) Renovation Project. A special ribbon cutting ceremony will be held Tuesday, November 12 @ 12 noon. The community is welcome to attend.
Please see the flyers below for more information about the upcoming school board meeting for Lanett City Schools.
Lanett City Schools recognized principals Sylvia Haslam, Ke’Undra Dudley, and Nannette Cullwell for their hard work and dedication to the school district at the October school board meeting.
Our school principals play an essential role in making our schools great!
Attention LCS Stakeholders:
This is a friendly reminder about the upcoming school closure for Fall Break.
💎 Today’s treasure: a balanced meal that fuels your day. Who found the hidden gem on their plate today? 🍽️ #SchoolLunchPirates #NSLW24
Attention LCS Stakeholders:
A friendly reminder that tomorrow, October 16th, is an e-Learning Day for students.
🍏 What’s on the menu today, pirates? National School Lunch Week is serving up delicious treasures every day! What’s been your favorite so far? 🏴☠️ #SchoolLunchPirates #NSLW24
🏴☠️ Get ready to set sail for a week of delicious adventures! Who’s excited to dig into some tasty treasures during National School Lunch Week? 🥪 #SchoolLunchPirates #NSLW24
Attention Lance parents:
Be prepared for remote learning. Our final device distribution date has been rescheduled for Thursday, October 10th. Please plan to stop by to grab a device for your child in grades K-6. For more information see the device distribution flyers.
Please see the flyers below for more information about the upcoming school board meeting for Lanett City Schools.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, the device distribution has been cancelled for today. We apologize for any inconvenience and will post the rescheduled date soon.
Attention Lance parents:
Be prepare for remote learning. We will have one FINAL date to pick a chromebook for your K-6 child this Friday, October 4th. Please see the flyers for more information.
Attendance Matters!
Let’s help students build a habit of good attendance early & often: http://bit.ly/1oqfID7 #BePresentBePowerful
