LISD E-Newsletter

August 30, 2019 

Admin Alley

Lackland ISD Welcomes Two New School Board Members

Lackland ISD would like to welcome two new board members to the Lackland ISD Board of Trustees. Mrs. Jere Pace was sworn in on July 30, 2019 and MSgt Brian Case was sworn in on August 27, 2019.

We are looking forward to working with each of them as we continue to educate the best students in the world!

Mrs. Jere Pace

Mrs. Jere Pace is currently employed as a Manpower Analyst with the 25th Air Force where she serves as the Command technical advisor regarding manpower requirements She develops, measures, and validates manpower and associated workloads while providing technical guidance and formulating recommendations on manpower processes and utilizations. Mrs. Pace holds an Associate’s degree in Human Resources Management from the Community College of the Air Force, a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources management from Park University, and a Master’s degree in Management and Leadership from Webster University.

MSgt Brian Case

MSgt Brian Case currently serves as the Manager of Future Concepts for the Headquarters 25th Air Force where he develops and maintains the 25th Air Force Commander’s Strategic Plan and advises the Commander on operational mission impacts of planned and future Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. He is responsible for identifying ISR required capability gaps and translating requirements into programmatic and budget submissions. MSgt Case holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science from the University of Maryland University College and a Master of Science degree in Defense and Strategic Studies from Missouri State University.

Around the District

When the Schoolhouse Rocks:

Raising Highly Capable Kids

Can you believe the first set of Progress Reports are around the corner? We invite our JBSA Lackland parents to come and engage in this informative seminar on getting your kids off to a successful school year! Our aim, is to help you motivate your kids to learn, care about school, to do homework, and to read for pleasure. We will also help you gain tips to prepare for parent conferences and how to keep kids on track after the newness of Back to School has worn off.

Be prepared to take home helpful FREE resources from Tutor.com and discover how the local Bibliotech can be useful for virtual tools you can access from anywhere. Door prizes and refreshments will be included so please SIGN UP TODAY for count accuracy! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/when-the-schoolhouse-rocks-raising-highly-capable-kids-tickets-70976961001

Sept 17, 2019 9am-11am

Sept 25, 2019 5pm-7pm

Lyon’s Center

Elementary & Secondary Parents Welcome

Can you believe that we are at the end of week two?  I hope that each of you have had the opportunity to see your child’s agenda, the agendas are a great organizational tool.  I actually would like to take a moment to focus on the cover artwork.  Those are OUR talented students!   For the elementary agenda’s we are featuring the work of Aiden Anguiano and Katy Williams.  For the secondary campus we are featuring the work of Ngoc Star Bui!  Our students have tremendous talent and they had to come up with these designs based not on a template but a phrase.  Our desire is to promote a growth mindset with the student, and as the old say goes, “ a picture is worth a thousand words.”  When you see these students please thank them for sharing their talent.

A fond farewell to two of our beloved janitors Margie and Jose. Staff from around the district gathered for an informal goodbye party. Hugs and yummy food were shared as friends said farewell.

Stacey Happenings 

Sixth and seventh grade science classes participated in a Back to School and Lab Safety escape room this past week and I wanted to highlight the groups that successfully completed all challenges in 60 minutes.

Stacey S2S welcomes new students!!

Stacey Volleyball

Congratulations to Kamryn Thompson!! She was selected to the All-Tournament Team for the St. Gerard Volleyball Tournament on August 10th. As a team the girls placed 3rd! Fly Eagles Fly!

Elementary Happenings 

Here is the winning team in Ms. Ingram’s class for the 4th grade Grammar Escape Room!  Each team had 4 Tasks to complete correctly in order to “unlock” the door.  After opening all 4 Tasks, the students escaped!  Awesome grammar review at the same time.

Mrs. Martino's 5th grade science students have been learning about science measurement tools. 

Fifth graders in Mrs. Ryan's class worked collaboratively to create the longest paper chain they could with two pieces of paper. They’ve been measured to the nearest 10th of an inch and added the measurements to see how long our class chains were. Communication and creativity was key in this activity.

Students in Mrs. Crawford’s class learning about tools and measurements through stations!

Saving Sam and Pringles Challenge! Mrs. Crawford’s class working on communication skills and teamwork!

Cup Challenge! Teamwork makes the dream work!

Scavenger Hunt

Creating in math tub exploration

Campfire with pretend marshmallows

Modified P.E.

Media Center

PTSO Spot light 

Parents,

We will be hosting Senior Night on Thursday, September 26th in the Lyon Center from 5:00 - 6:00 pm. We will be going over some important information to help your senior prepare for success after high school. We will distribute class rankings and GPA for all seniors.

Sincerely,
Mrs. Medellin-Keller
High School Counselor

Parents,

Just wanted to reach out with a couple of reminders.

School doors do not open until 7:15 am. So, no student should be dropped off or ride their bike or walk to campus before that time. Starting next week Mrs. Greeness (Assistant Principal) and I will begin calling parents of the students that arrive before that time.

Don’t forget that 3:10 is when cars and/or parents can begin to arrive on campus for dismissal.

Thank you so much for your support of our new Stop, Drop and Go-morning drop-off. We started with PK/Kinder students on Wednesday, today was 1st grade and tomorrow morning we will finish up with our 2nd-5th buildings. It has been an overwhelming HUGE success. Please know that we will continue with this procedure throughout the entire school year.

At Meet the Teacher you were asked to fill out a half-sheet that asked how your child would be getting home. Teachers will be using that sheet to dismiss. If there is a change, it needs to be in writing to your child’s teacher. Also new this year is that no changes in dismissal can be made after 2:45 pm.

Thanks for your continued support!!!

Respectfully,
Terry Leija

Good Information

Wednesday, September 11, 2019, 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.

Building Blocks: Supporting Social Learning in the Preschool Years This workshop will explore strategies that encourage children’s social and emotional growth including empathy, building relationships, and conflict resolution. Participants will learn how children’s thinking and reasoning affect how they relate to others and will identify and practice strategies to help children learn to interact with others. A mini-make & take of at home strategy cards will be included. Session ID# 58819

Thursday, September 12, 2019, 9:00 a.m.--12:00 p.m.

Special Education Basics Participants will learn basic information about special education including the history of special education laws, types of disabilities, the Admission Review and Dismissal process, and types of classroom supports. Session ID# 59632 Webinar ID# 59709

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