Lufkin ISD News

Senior Diego Barahona receives Career Technology Association of Texas Scholarship
“I’ve learned communication skills, how to lead and help people in difficult situations, and how to be a successful business professional,” he said.

Was your teacher in Music? Dunbar Primary music teacher wants to know.
To showcase the teachers and their talents, Fontenot decorated her door with photos of teachers who have performed in show choir, participated in all-region choir and those who have played roles in theater.

Latino Literacy program has four new graduates
The Latino Literacy program has four new graduates who have completed a six-week program that promotes literacy and bilingualism.

Auto Tech field trip turns into spot on reality TV show Texas Metal
Texas Metal is a reality television show that follows Ekstensive Metal Works’ owner Bill Carlton and his creative team, who design and build outrageous cars and trucks.

We LOVE our bus drivers!
Thank you to our outstanding bus drivers for all you do transporting our precious students!

ALL of the rush — NONE of the risk! LHS students take part in JA Stock Market Challenge
Lufkin High School students enjoyed a morning of day trading at the Junior Achievement Stock Market Challenge.

Young Scholars display artwork at Standpipe Coffee House for Texas Art Education Association Big Art Day
“The goal of the Big Art Day is to publicly show the great things young artists are doing and to provide joy to others,” said Lisa Haglund, Advanced Academics Coordinator.

Lufkin High School Earns College Board AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award
Lufkin High School has earned the College Board AP® Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in AP Computer Science Principles.

LMS students win Black History essay/art contest sponsored by Angelina County Citizens Chamber
Lufkin Middle School and Communities In School (CIS) sponsored a Black History essay/art contest for Lufkin Middle School students in honor of Black History Month.

LHS FFA students place at San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo
“The FFA program and showing/raising livestock shape our citizens of tomorrow by building confidence, character, passion, and desire to succeed,” said Kellye Marshall, Lufkin FFA Ag Science Teacher.

Third grade teacher Angela Duncan is surprised as H-E-B Excellence in Education Award finalist
The H-E-B team brought in balloons, a tray of cookies and a giant check for $1,000 for Mrs. Duncan and $1,000 for her school.

101 Dalmatians play at Brandon Elementary, a PAWS-ITIVELY good time! (PHOTOS)
Students at Brandon Elementary performed Thursday night and two performances Saturday to an audience of family, friends, students and staff. Congratulations on a job well done!

LHS senior Kylie Ridings selected for prestigious National Honor Society scholarship
“Kylie is a remarkable young woman whose academic and character strengths set her apart from her peers,” said Emily Courtney, Lufkin High School NHS Chapter Adviser.

Career and Technical Education month is perfect time to celebrate all things CTE
Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses are an essential component of high school education, and they can provide students with a wide range of benefits.

Herty Primary students celebrate Black History Month with inspirational program
“I am a Citizen of this World” is just one of the inspirational songs that students at Herty Primary performed during their Black History Month program Friday at Herty Primary gym.

Brookhollow Elementary hosts Black History Camp
Brookhollow Elementary hosted a Black History Camp that included interactive activities and wonderful community leaders sharing their stories.

Q&A with Lilly Langston, finalist Nobelity Social Impact award
The Dunbar Tigers will be forever etched in the history books of Lufkin ISD, and Lilly Langston created a film that allows those voices to be forever heard. Enjoy Q&A with Lilly Langston.

Lufkin ISD Board recognizes state qualifiers at February board meeting
At the February board meeting last night, the Board of Trustees recognized students who are state qualifiers in a number of categories: choir, band, Business Professionals of America and science fair. Congratulations to all of these amazing students! Lufkin ISD staff...

Back to Earth…STEM students evaluate their research back from the space station
“As a teacher, it was very rewarding to see my students work through a complex project that presented more than a fair share of challenges,” said STEM-Prep teacher Amy Rush.

The National Junior Honor Society students had a FURTASTIC day at the Winnie Berry Human Society
The students raked leaves, cleaned dog houses, bathed animals and provided lots of play time to the furry friends at the humane society.

Student holiday and staff development scheduled for Monday, Feb. 20
Reminder: Student holiday on Monday, Feb. 20.

Early College High School applications DUE FEB. 17
EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL APPLICATIONS DUE Feb. 17 at 4 p.m. in the LMS, LHS or ECHS Offices.

Coston Elementary College & Career Day… a day of possibilities!
Coston Elementary’s College and Career Day was a day of possibilities.

Eight STEM 4 students are advancing to the Texas State Science and Engineering Fair
Eight STEM 4 students are advancing to the Texas State Science and Engineering Fair after competing at the Regional Science and Engineering Fair held in Kilgore on Friday, Feb. 10.

Deadline is March 1 for Gifted & Talented and Dual Language programs
Sign up now to register for Gifted & Talented and Dual Language programs.