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2022 National Merit Scholars

Lubbock ISD is home to nine National Merit Semifinalists in the 68th annual National Merit Scholarship Program, released this month by the National Merit Scholarship Corporation officials. Of the approximate 1.6 million students taking the qualifying exam nationwide, these students are among the nationwide pool of semifinalists representing less than one percent of all U.S. high school seniors.

The National Merit Semifinalists are Kumaren Anand, Ruby Barenberg, Scott Sanford, Kyler Shu, Zhikai Tang, Anthony Wang, Helen Xie, and Max Zabriskie from Lubbock High School, and Lily Perry from the Talkington School for Young Women Leaders.

National Merit Semifinalists have the opportunity to continue in the competition for 7,250 National Merit Scholarships, worth approximately $28 million, offered next spring.

Lubbock ISD is also home to 24 National Hispanic Recognition Program Scholars and 4 National African American Recognition Program Scholars.
 

Lubbock ISD programs honor Hispanic Heritage Month

There has been no shortage of Hispanic Heritage Month events through the first 10 days of the month, thanks to many Lubbock ISD programs that honor Hispanic culture every day. A few include performances by Lubbock High School’s Mariachi de Oro and Ballet Folklorico, Coronado High School Mariachi, Cavazos Middle School’s Ballet Folklorico, and Harwell Elementary School’s Ballet Folklorico. Tune in to our social media channels and visit www.LubbockISD.org/HispanicHeritage for features during Hispanic Heritage Month. 

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Other News and Humblebrags

Extra Yard for Teachers

Elementary campuses across Lubbock ISD celebrate College and Career Week. At Carmona-Harrison Elementary School, the Vaqueros kicked the week off with a special recognition. MORE

TAE District of Distinction

Lubbock ISD has been named a Texas Art Education Association District of Distinction for the fourth consecutive year. MORE

In Memoriam: T.J. Patterson

The Lubbock ISD family is saddened by the loss of Lubbock pioneer T.J. Patterson. A prominent civic servant for decades, Mr. Patterson was Lubbock's first Black council member, a Vietnam Veteran, and a community pillar. We are forever grateful for his leadership in our community. 

CHS Homecoming Tradition

Something that started as a simple gesture of kindness in 2014 has blossomed into a Coronado High School homecoming tradition. MORE

Floral Design Wreaths

Advanced Floral Design students created wreaths for the Lubbock Police Department, Lubbock County Sheriff’s Office, and Lubbock Fire and Rescue that were presented at the opening ceremony for the traveling Vietnam Memorial wall. 

39th Annual Band Extravaganza

Lubbock ISD hosted the 39th Annual Band Extravaganza last Monday at PlainsCapital Park with more than 1,200 students performing. MORE

EHS/LPN Academic Celebration

Hundreds gathered at Mae Simmons Park last Monday to celebrate all of those who contributed to the academic progress of our Estacado feeder pattern. MORE

Wellness and Benefits

Lubbock ISD Health Fair

Please join us for the second annual Lubbock ISD Health, Wellness, and Benefits Fair on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lubbock High School. The fair is for all Lubbock ISD staff and families. Please see the flier below for more information. 

Employee Perks

Two Perks once again this week!

TTU School of Music Performance: Ignite!

The TTU School of Music will present a special concert for area middle school and high school students on November 15, 2022 from 10:00-11:30 a.m. at The Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences. The performance, titled IGNITE!, will feature many of the vast musical offerings at Texas Tech, including Band, Choir, Orchestra, Mariachi, Jazz, a variety of chamber ensembles, and the Goin’ Band from Raiderland. Please email Dr. Eric Allen by Oct. 3 with your anticipated number of attendees.

TTU Presidential Series: Fran Lebowitz

The TTU Presidential Lecture and Performance Series opens its 16th season with an appearance from Emmy-nominated author and social commentator Fran Lebowitz on Oct. 14 at 7 p.m. in TTU’s Allen Theatre, located at 2625 15th St. inside the Student Union Building. General admission tickets are $20, however, a limited number of complimentary tickets are available for high school students, faculty, and staff who would like to attend (limit two tickets per person). Reserve your tickets by emailing  presidentialseries@ttu.edu  with your name, email address, and amount of tickets to reserve no later than noon on Oct. 12.

Featured Partner in Education

Bahama Buck's

We would like to thank Bahama Buck's for being an awesome supporter of Lubbock ISD! One of the many ways they partner with our schools is through their Buck’s Encouraging Education Program, also known as BEEP!, which gives teachers the ability to use an incentive-based reward system in their classroom. Bahama Buck’s donates FREE VIP passes to schools in order to reward students for academic achievements. Julie King and Rudy Rodriguez love to work with our schools. Check out the flier below for their contact information and to learn more about all the ways they can partner with you. 

Upcoming

Calendar

🎉 - Sept. 26: Student Holiday (Professional Development Day)
💪 - Sept. 26: Leadership Team Meeting
📊 - Sept. 29: Report Cards sent home
🫀 - Oct. 1: Lubbock ISD Health Fair
🧹 - Oct. 2: School Custodian Day
🎓 - Oct. 3: Lubbock ISD College and Career Night
⏰ - Oct. 6: GOALS Day (Elementary Early Dismissal)
🏫 - Oct. 6: Lubbock ISD Community Leadership Academy
🎉 - Oct. 10: Student and Staff Holiday

Month-Long Observances

📅 - October: National Principals Month

📅 - October: Bullying Prevention Month

📅 - October: Down Syndrome Awareness Month

📅 - September 15 - October 15: Hispanic Heritage Month

This Week in History

🎸 - Sept. 26, 1969: The Beatles release “Abbey Road” album

🚗 - Sept. 27, 1908: Henry Ford’s first Model T automobile leaves the plant in Detroit

📏 - Sept. 28, 1889: The first General Conference on Weights and Measures defines the length of a meter

💵 - Sept. 29, 1916: American oil tycoon John D. Rockefeller becomes world’s first billionaire

📺 - Sept. 30, 1947: World Series broadcast on TV for first time

Lubbock ISD in Photos

Wester "A" Celebration

LHS Homecoming Halftime

MHS Homecoming Halftime

CHS Homecoming Parade

Talkington Incubator

Dunbar Fiesta

Roscoe Wilson Field Trip

Bean Doctor for a Day

McCool Pep Rally

Meme of the Week

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