Congratulations to the Lufkin High School Cross Country Team who qualified for the UIL STATE competition to be held in 
Austin on November 3rd. This is the first time since 1995 that the Panthers have headed to State competition in cross country and  only the second time in school history.

Lufkin ISD is celebrating Red Ribbon Week this week. Wear a Red Ribbon to symbolize your commitment to be drug-free. The first National Red Ribbon celebration was in 1988.

Commended National Merit students and National Hispanic Recognition Program students were honored at tonight’s board meeting. District received a superior rating on the FIRST financial report.

The grounds department takes care of 400-plus acres covering 15 campuses with just 13 employees, and Mr. Thompson manages the day-to-day planning and implementing to make sure the district is in tip top shape.