Lufkin ISD News
Amanda Gentry named new principal at Herty Primary
“I am pleased that Amanda Gentry will take on a new role at Herty Primary as the new principal,” Lynn Torres, Supt. of Schools, said. “She is very familiar with the needs of that campus having served as assistant principal. I have no doubt that she will do an excellent job as the instructional leader of this campus.”
Lufkin ISD Job Fair Saturday, April 29
Our students need YOU! Come to the Lufkin ISD Job Fair and join our team!
Heather Reid named new principal at Anderson Elementary
“I am honored and grateful for the opportunity to be the new principal of Anderson Elementary,” said Heather Reid. “The foundation for character development and love for literacy begins at the elementary level and I am ready to work along side the Anderson team to create the optimal educational experience for our students.”
Early voting for school board election is April 24
Vote for school board at the downtown Lufkin ISD Admin building at 101 Cotton Square.
Going for GOLD! LHS students compete in Special Olympics in Diboll
Congratulations to our Lufkin High School students who participated in the 2nd Annual Diboll Lumberjack Special Olympics Track and Field Meet!
Celebrate Lufkin ISD Staff: Meet Joe Martinez
Joe Martinez is a guy who knows how to make connections. From growing up in Diboll to traveling the world to employment opportunities, his connections seem to have always gotten him far in life.
Cooking to Serve
The Lufkin ISD mentoring program is a group of about 22 young men ranging from fifth to eighth grade who participate in learning leadership skills and giving back.
Parent tips for STAAR Testing
STAAR testing begins this week. Here are some tips on helping your child before and after the tests.
Runway Ready
The LHS Fashion Show “Memory Lane” is coming up on April 27 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Tom Jack Lucas Auditorium at Lufkin High School.
PANTHERBOTS headed to WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP!
That’s right…they’ve done it again. The Pantherbots will be heading to the First Robotics World Championship in Houston at the George R. Brown Convention Center this upcoming week on April 19 – 22.
LMS Dress for Success Club put skills into practice at Pelican Pointe
The Dress for Success Club, founded by Tracy Mitchell and Victoria Ross at Lufkin Middle School, dressed up and dined out to showcase the etiquette skills they’ve learned.
Stephen F. Austin State University welcomed 72 LHS seniors at SFA Signing Day
“The university matters, and I’m so happy you chose SFA, but really it’s about you,” said SFASU Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs, Dr. Lorenzo Smith, to the LHS seniors.
It’s that time of year….college season!
“What I love about Lufkin ISD is that we not only have prepared seniors before now to consider their options but also provided a way to make their dreams happen,” Torres said.
Eight LHS seniors sign with Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) held a special signing day for eight Lufkin High School seniors held in the Tom Jack Lucas Auditorium on the Lufkin High School campus.
Kids had S’MORE fun at Kurth Primary Cub Campout
Students, parents and staff alike had a fun evening at the first annual Kurth Cub Campout at the Kurth Primary campus.
2,4,6,8 We know that you’ll do GREAT! Brookhollow kicks off STAAR testing with pep rally
Brookhollow Elementary students surprised with STAAR prep pep rally.
LMS Drill Team results are in!
LMS Drill Team results posted.
Rounding up new students for the fall!
Online registration is now available for new Pre-K and Kindergarteners for those who couldn’t make the Round Up. Click New Student Enrollment at the top.
PANTHERBOTS competing at State competition in Houston
The Pantherbots are in action at the FIRST in Texas FRC-State Championship in Houston.
New Pre-K and Kindergarten students can be registered online
Click the link New Student Enrollment at the top.
Celebrate Lufkin ISD Staff: Meet Barrett Duncan
“I was born to teach,” Duncan said. “I always knew. It wasn’t if I would teach but what will I teach.”
Student/Staff holiday on Friday and Monday
Students and staff enjoy a four-day weekend!
Dunbar kindergartners have an eggcellent time at Brandon egg hunt
Brandon Elementary fifth graders hid eggs for the Dunbar Primary kindergartners in a super fun egg hunt on the grounds at Brandon Elementary.
Thursday is the last day you can pre-order a 2022-23 LHS yearbook!
Pre-order your 2022-23 Lufkin High School Fang yearbook by this Thursday (April 6), or you will have missed your chance!
FCCLA students STATE BOUND!
“I really loved meeting new people at regionals,” Carlos said. “Meeting, competing – I loved it!”