Lufkin ISD News
Labor Day holiday on Monday, September 6th
Student and Staff holiday on Monday, September 6th.
Board approves budget, tax rate and Covid-19 employee incentives at special called meeting
The Lufkin ISD Board of Trustees met for a special called meeting Thursday night to approve the 2021-2022 budget and proposed tax rate. The board also discussed and approved incentives for employees relating to Covid-19.
Lufkin ISD Board of Trustees approved ESS to manage substitute program
ESS has more than 21 years’ experience providing trained and qualified substitute personnel to school districts.
Supt. Lynn Torres: Together we will rise to meet any challenge
“Despite the difficulty of the work, the challenges ahead, I cannot think of a better place to be, a better group of people to guide our students, or a better team to accomplish this work. Together We Will Rise to meet any challenge,” said Supt. Lynn Torres.
LHS Advanced Placement Scholars named
Congratulations to Lufkin High School students for Advanced Placement honors!
LISD navigating bus driver shortage due to pandemic
The pandemic has diminished the workforce pool in the service sector, and our school systems are feeling the brunt of it,” said Daniel Spikes, Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services.
Season ticket sales for Panthers’ 2021-22 football season
Current season ticket holders for Lufkin Panthers varsity football home games can renew their tickets online Aug. 9-15 or in person Aug. 9-10. Click this post for more information.
Lufkin ISD Administration strongly suggests wearing masks
Click this post to read a letter from Supt. Lynn Torres encouraging teachers, staff, and students to wear masks.
Lufkin ISD new Associate Principals and Principals take the helm
Harlan Neal, Lufkin High School Associate Principal Harlan Neal is a Lufkin native and homegrown educator. He graduated from Lufkin High School in 1985, and he went on to get his Bachelor of Art in Fine Arts from Stephen F. Austin State University. He also earned a...
COVID-19 Guidelines for students and parents
Click on this post for information about COVID-19 protocols for students.
Welcome Lufkin ISD New Teachers!
Lufkin ISD new teachers joined this morning at the Convention Center for training and a luncheon with the board.
Andres Mijares named Lufkin Middle School principal
“I am pleased that Andres Mijares will be leading the Lufkin Middle School team. Andres comes with a wide range of experiences at the secondary level,” said Supt. Lynn Torres.
Back to School Resources
This page has all the resources you need to get your child ready for the 2021-2022 school year!
Student COVID-19 clinic for students ages 12 and up
Register today to have your child COVID-19 vaccinated at Lufkin High School or Lufkin Middle School.
Board of trustees approve pay raise for 2021-2022 school year
“We are excited to be able to offer a raise for our employees. Please thank the board of trustees for their commitment to support our staff,” said Lynn Torres, Lufkin ISD Superintendent.
Meet the Teacher dates and times
Check this post for Meet the Teacher dates and times. There also is a Covid-19 vaccination clinic that will be offered.
Lufkin ISD administration announces new district leaders
Lufkin ISD administration announces new district leaders for the 2021-2022 school year.
Bus rider registration is now OPEN – call today!
All bus riders must register for the 2021-2022 school year. Easy registration by just a phone call!
Dual Credit and ECHS Art Appreciation students put on art show
Dual language students participated in a summer camp and learned about art history, which led to the creation of a fun art show.
Dr. Andre Emmons named Lufkin High School Principal
Dr. Andre Emmons has been named the new principal of Lufkin High School. The announcement was made after LHS principal Brandon Boyd resigned his position to become the high school principal at Salado ISD.
Lufkin ISD students eligible for Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer
Parents: Have you applied for the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer?
Summer Feeding Program Underway
Check out the menus and locations for the summer feeding program.
Thank you, Coach Muhlbach!
Change is never easy, and saying goodbye to Don Muhlbach will definitely not be easy.
Joseph Ceasar appointed to the board at June school board meeting
Joseph Ceasar was sworn in to the Lufkin ISD Board of Trustees at the June board meeting. Mr. Ceasar was appointed to the board after Don Muhlbach resigned last month.
We want your input on future federal funding
The American Rescue Plan includes another round of funding for school districts across the nation. Let us know what you feel is the greatest need for students.