Lufkin ISD News

Clarence Bennett named new ACE/DAEP principal
“I look forward to building relationships with our students, teachers, parents and engaging the community to support all students,” said Bennett.

Young Scholars create portfolios for Virtual Art Show
Check out the beautiful artwork created by the Young Scholar students.

Imaginations soar at the GEAR UP Imaginarium Camp!
The GEAR Up Imaginarium Camp is just one example of students mentoring younger campers in STEM activities.

Danielle Caples named new Lufkin High School Cheer Coach
“I am pleased to announce Danielle Caples as the new Cheer Coach for Lufkin High School. She understands the longstanding traditions of the Lufkin Cheer program and is excited to continue the tradition of excellence,” said Dr. Andre Emmons, Lufkin High School Principal.
Lufkin ISD Board of Trustees approves 3.5% pay raise for all employees
The Lufkin ISD Board of Trustees approved a competitive compensation plan that included a 3.5 percent pay raise for all employees at the June board meeting tonight.

Summer feeding menu, locations, and times
Summer feeding begins June 6th. Check this post for menu, locations, and times.

Together we rise!!! Congratulations to the Class of 2022!
CLASS OF 2022, WE SALUTE YOU! Photos from Lufkin High School’s Class of 2022 commencement exercises, conducted in front of thousands of family members and other supporters in Abe Martin Stadium.

A cut above the rest: LHS students can apply to barber school
Lufkin High School students who want to pursue a career as a barber have the opportunity to both graduate with a high school diploma and a barber’s certification thanks to a partnership with Texan’s Barber School.

In & Out Clinic donates $3,880 to Education Foundation from vaccine incentive
The Lufkin ISD Education Foundation received a check in the amount of $3,880 from the In & Out Clinic flu vaccine incentive.

Field Day of Dreams
If you ask them, they will come, especially if they’re your lifelong buddies. Three friends making memories at field day, again.

Two Lufkin ISD teachers receive 2022 Gilbert I. “Buddy” Low Excellence in Education Award
The Beaumont Foundation announced Amy Rhoades, Coston Elementary teacher, and Emily Courtney, Lufkin High School teacher, as recipients of the 2022 Gilbert I. “Buddy” Low Excellence in Education Award at an awards gala in San Augustine, Texas on Tuesday night.

Goals, good choices, and never give up!
The students at Slack Elementary had two special guest speakers who brought inspiration and expectations to the 5th graders.

Congratulations to the Cum Laude graduates of Lufkin High School’s Class of 2022
Click on this post to see the Cum Laude graduates of Lufkin High School’s Class of 2022.

Congratulations to the Magna Cum Laude graduates of Lufkin High School’s Class of 2022
Click on this post to see the Magna Cum Laude graduates of Lufkin High School’s Class of 2022.

Val and Sal named at Panthers of Prestige Ceremony
Superintendent Lynn Torres announced the Lufkin High School Class of 2022 Valedictorian as Reagan Crow and Salutatorian as Savana Calhoun tonight at the Education Foundation’s Panthers of Prestige Ceremony at the Tom Jack Lucas Auditorium.

Congratulations to the Summa Cum Laude graduates of Lufkin High School’s Class of 2022
Click on this post to see the Summa Cum Laude graduates of Lufkin High School’s Class of 2022.

Outstanding Class of 2022
Over the past few weeks and leading up to the end of school, we have celebrated and will continue to celebrate the academic achievements of our students in honor societies, the superintendent’s honor roll breakfast, and induction ceremonies for the STEM Academy and the Early College High School.

Maxie and Langston sworn in for Lufkin ISD school board
At the May Lufkin ISD school board meeting, Delphina Maxie was sworn in as a new member of the Lufkin ISD Board of Trustees. "I did want to thank everyone for coming out and being a part and thank you so much for your love and support. I’m excited about what God is...

LHS junior wins first place at Business Professionals of America national competition
Diego Barahona, LHS junior, won first place in Database Applications at the Business Professionals of America (BPA) National Leadership Conference in Dallas.

Stevens and Gorham receive prestigious Beulah Dominy and Samuel Gee Gill Teacher of the Year Award
Lufkin High School teachers Laura Stevens and Marshall Gorham received the prestigious Beulah Dominy and Samual Gee Gill Teacher of the Year Award at the Lufkin ISD End of Year Service Award Banquet.

STEM Academy inducts 9th cohort of LHS students
The STEM Academy is a partnership and cohort program between Lufkin High School and Stephen F. Austin State University, aimed at enriching the high school experience for students interested in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

Congrats to Campus and District Teachers of the Year
Congratulations to our Teachers of the Year! District Teachers of the Year are Sherry Simmons and Juliana Thornton.

Retirees honored at End of Year Banquet
Lufkin ISD Retirees honored at End of Year Banquet. Thank you for your service!!

LHS Criminal Justice Team brings home state awards
Please congratulate our future law enforcement officers, lawyer, and firewoman on their hard work and dedication. They represented us well,” said Johnnie Shepherd, LHS Criminal Justice Teacher.
Langston and Maxie win Lufkin ISD School Board Election
The Lufkin ISD Administration announced that the School Board election winners are Allyson Langston and Delphina Maxie. The votes came in as follows: Joe Ceasar 630, Allyson Langston 768, Delphina Maxie 743