The Lanier Way
On Feb 4th, Dr. Bradley had a vision to invite the elementary feeder pattern school to Lanier High School to show them the “Lanier Way” in honor of Dr. Seuss.
On March 3rd, the Lanier High School Student Government Association, under the leadership of Mrs. Miketa Davis- Smith, brought Dr. Bradley vision alive.
The feeder pattern elementary schools (Dawson, Smith, Johnson, Galloway, and Walton) arrived at Lanier High School and they were entertained through music by the Lanier High School band, drill team, cheer team, and flag team. They were engaged with literary story time, arts and crafts, and an obstacle course. Before departing back to their home school, the students received treats (cake, cupcakes, Dr. Seuss Jello, and Dr. Seuss trail mix.) Each student also received a book mark and pencil.
We thoroughly enjoyed this activity and will make it a yearly event.
Lanier High Teen Wellness Clinic
Established in 2015, the Lanier High Teen Wellness Clinic is a collaborative effort between the University of Mississippi (UMC) Departments of Nursing, Pediatrics, OB/GYN, School of Health Related Professions, Department of Health Sciences, Dentistry, Occupational Therapy and Audiology. the Lanier High Teen Wellness clinic is an innovative health-care delivery model that offers coordinated youth-centered health care for teens during school hours, allowing teens to access care without disruption to their school schedules or their parents’ work schedules.
The Lanier High Teen Wellness clinic was funded by the University of Mississippi Medical Center, UMC School of Nursing, and Opus RX. Additionally, the National Lanier Alumni Association has offered financial gifts for the renovation of the clinic and for the Concussion Screening Program.
Community Partners
Alliance Jackson
Jackson Public Schools
Operation Shoestring
Envision Eye Care
Women’s Foundation of Mississippi
Mississippi State Department of Adolescent Health
Mississippi State Department of Family Planning
United Health Care
Lanier’s UMMC Teen Wellness Clinic
The last home game of the season was celebrated by honoring breast cancer survivors in the community. They were given tours of the building by academy ambassadors to see the health academy activities, the teachers and staff decorated doors, and student art. Afterwards they were really given the royal treatment. All the events in the pep rally were done to commemorate and honor them. The choir sang, the band played and the crowds cheered. It was a very special occasion.
“We always take opportunities to support the health academy and Lanier students in fun and educational ways.”
