Lufkin ISD News

SAVE THE DATE: Parents for African-American Academic Success Symposium
Save the date for our PAAAS Symposium coming up in February!

School back in session tomorrow – January 5
We’re ready to get this new year started!

PARENTS OF BUS RIDERS: Smart Tag Parent Portal NOW AVAILABLE!
The SMART tagTM Parent Portal will allow parents to view their children’s riding activity, current riding status (on bus, dropped off, or has not ridden), manage text notifications, and more.

Many mini-trees at Anderson Elementary
Who knew mini-trees could be decorated so creatively!? The teachers at Anderson Elementary go all out on mini-tree decor this year!

Early release on Friday for Christmas break
Early release on Friday for Christmas break.

Coston Carollers spread Christmas cheer at Lufkin ISD Administration
The Lufkin ISD Administration employees enjoyed a special treat as the Coston Elementary students performed Christmas songs this morning at the downtown Administration building.

Amy Miller: Outstanding Cooperating Teacher Fall 2022
Amy Miller, second grade teacher at Herty Primary, was recognized as the Outstanding Cooperating Teacher for Fall 2022 at the Clinical Intern luncheon today

Dunbar first graders spread joy at Christmas program
The Dunbar Primary cafeteria was filled with families and friends as they listened to the joyful sound of first graders singing Christmas songs.

Essay winner Eryn Avila recognized at Board Work Session today
At the Lufkin ISD Board Work Session today Eryn Avila, 7th grader at Lufkin Middle School, was recognized as the runner up winner of the Hispanic Heritage Essay Contest, a national contest sponsored by Optimum.

Lufkin ISD Christmas Programs
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the holidays with Christmas celebrations and programs across the district this week.

LHS Newcomer class visits the MET Festival of Trees
“When the students come here and see the trees they will go back to the classroom and write and discuss with each other about community and traditions,” said Erin Kay.

It’s SHOWTIME!! Panther Pride presents Christmas Spectacular
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

Advanced Academics & Innovation Expo (Photos)
The students made the night special with demonstrations and explanations of what they’ve been learning in the Advanced Programs at Lufkin ISD.

Panther Pride presents CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR!
Don’t miss out on this year’s performance of Panther Pride’s Christmas Spectacular.

Advanced Academics & Innovation Expo and GT Dual Language info meeting
Come see what Lufkin ISD has to offer! Parents interested in Gifted and Talented or Dual Language can attend a meeting in the LHS library at 6:30 p.m.

Celebrating Lufkin ISD Staff: Meet Terah Knowles
“The best part of teaching is building relationships and seeing the ‘Aha moments’ — like, a lightbulb literally goes off,” said Terah Knowles, Trout Primary second grade teacher.

Students lend helping hand at Community Food Drive
Lufkin ISD students helped out over the Thanksgiving holidays packing boxes of food for others at the Community Food Drive.

Come see what Lufkin ISD has to offer at the Advanced Academics and Innovation Expo
What if your child had the opportunity to explore their interests, passions and talents and expand their knowledge and experiences to prepare them for not only a job they are good at but one they also will enjoy?
The advanced programs at Lufkin ISD do just that.

Lufkin Middle School students learn about high school electives at Taste of LHS
Lufkin High School Ignite students did tours to show the 8th grade students around to sessions.

LMS students serve meal at ‘Serving Those Who Served’ Veterans Day luncheon
Lufkin Middle School and Communities In Schools hosted a Serving Those Who Served Veterans Day luncheon today at the middle school. The 8th grade students involved in Communities in Schools served the veterans who work at Lufkin Middle School.

Celebrating Lufkin ISD Staff: Meet Veronica Morris
“My passion is writing,” said Veronica Morris, sixth-grade English/Language Arts teacher at Lufkin Middle School. “You take word choice, imagination and create a beautiful piece of writing coming from the heart with feeling and emotion.”

Chief Technology Officer Brad Stewart receives Innovative Leader Award
“We are proud and honored to have such innovative leaders on the TCEA Board of Directors,” said Lori Gracey, Executive Director of TCEA.

The Texas Army National Guard and the Texas High School Coaches Association name five LHS students Academic All-State Recipients
The Texas Army National Guard and the Texas High School Coaches Association recognize the 2022-23 Academic All-State Recipients.

LISD bus riders issued SMART tags to aid in communication
Students across the district are being issued SMART tags to assist with bus transportation communication.

SIGNING DAY! Four Lufkin High School student-athletes signed letters of intent to colleges
SIGNING DAY! Four Lufkin High School student-athletes signed letters of intent to colleges today in the Panther Activity Center.