Lion Family Newsletter

SUMMER 2026

Lion Families:

As we wrap up another incredible school year, we want to take a moment to thank you—our students, families, and community—for making this year one of growth, resilience, and achievement. It has been an honor to partner with you to support every Lion’s academic, social, and emotional development.

Summer is a time to rest, recharge, and reconnect. We encourage our students to enjoy this well-deserved break while also staying curious and engaged—through reading at least 30 minutes each day, exploring new interests, and spending time with family and friends. Small, consistent habits can make a big difference in keeping skills sharp and minds active.

As you look ahead to the upcoming school year, know that we are already preparing to welcome our Lions back with energy, purpose, and a continued commitment to excellence. We are excited to build on this year’s progress and continue striving toward our shared goals for growth and success.

Please keep an eye on future updates regarding schedules, school events, and important back-to-school information. We wish you a safe, joyful, and restful summer. We can’t wait to see you again soon!

With appreciation,
Eric Ogle, Principal

Upcoming Events

August 6: Middle School Back to School Night, 5:30-7:00 PM

August 11: First Day of School

Attendance Corner

Nurse's Corner

Dear 6th Grade Parent / Guardian:

Students entering 7th grade are required to have a vaccine dose of Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) and of MCV (meningococcal conjugate) for individuals who have not already received those vaccines. These two vaccines are commonly given on or around a person’s 11th birthday.

Please contact your health care provider or local health department if your child needs these vaccines.

Irving Branch Immunization Clinic

440 S. Nursery Road

469-941-3470 (se habla Espanol)

Please be prepared, on the day your 7th grader is scheduled to come pick up his/her schedule or by the first day of school, to provide proof of immunization or the notarized affidavit exemption form.

Instructions for requesting the official exemption affidavit that must be notarized and signed by parents/guardians choosing the exemption for reasons of conscience, including a religious belief, can be found at https://www.dshs.texas.gov/sites/default/files/LIDS-Immunizations/pdf/pdf_stock/f11-11755.pdf . The original Exemption Affidavit must be completed and submitted to the school.

Schools are required by law to prohibit any student from attending school until proof of immunization of required vaccinations have been supplied to school office. If the student does not have the required immunizations, they will have to be sent home from school.

If there are any questions, please contact Nurse Torrez, RN at 972-600-4437.

Librarian's Corner

Irving ISD Summer Reading challenge is live! Read-a-little, read-a-lotle, just read this summer and log those minutes in Beanstack to win prizes all summer long from the Ratteree! You may have to turn in your physical library books, but Sora eBooks are available 24/7 in your Launchpad and is available for students and staff!

Irving Public Library is Digging Beneath the Surface and all summer long you will find great activities, from making clay dinosaur keychains to learning how to make your own fossils! Also, each week you submit a reading log you can pick a prize!

Parents and guardians now have access to the Sora Parental Controls feature within their child’s Sora eBook app, available through ClassLink Launchpad.
How to Access and Use the Sora Parental Controls Feature

Parents and guardians may also view their child’s checkout history in the Sora eBook app.
How to Access Student Checkout History in Sora

Additional information about the Irving ISD Library Program is available at irvingisd.net/library, including resources specifically for parents. Families may also contact the campus librarian regarding special considerations related to library materials self-selected by their student.

Counselors' Corner

Counselor Newsletter

Mind, Movement & Middle School Success

Middle school is a time of growth, energy, and change—making it especially important for students to care for both their bodies and minds. Encouraging daily movement, whether through sports, outdoor play, or simple activities like walking, helps students reduce stress, improve focus, and build healthy habits. Equally important is supporting mental well-being by creating time for rest, reflection, and positive connections with others.

One simple way to keep the brain active all summer long is through daily reading. Just 15–20 minutes a day can strengthen comprehension, boost vocabulary, and spark creativity. When students combine regular movement, mindful practices, and consistent reading, they set themselves up for a strong, healthy start to the next school year.

Parent Center Information

Irving ISD Summer Meal Program Keeps Kids Fed
IISD Food & Nutrition Services cares about "our kids" and other children in the community. Hunger doesn't stop just because school is out for the summer. We want to make sure that everyone still has the opportunity to receive a hot nutritious meal daily.

During our Summer Meals Program, everyone 18 years and younger (no ID required) is entitled to free meals served at any of the summer feeding sites below.

The IISD Food & Nutrition Services Department is proud to offer this program.

CLICK HERE FOR THE SCHEDULE!

Programa de Comidas de Verano de Irving ISD Mantiene a los Niños Bien Alimentados

El Departamento de Servicios de Alimentos y Nutrición de IISD se preocupa por “nuestros niños” y por otros niños de la comunidad. El hambre no se detiene solo porque la escuela está fuera durante el verano. Queremos asegurarnos de que todos sigan teniendo la oportunidad de recibir una comida caliente y nutritiva todos los días.

Durante nuestro Programa de Comidas de Verano, todos los niños de 18 años o menos (no se requiere identificación) tienen derecho a recibir comidas gratuitas en cualquiera de los lugares de servicio de verano que se indican a continuación.

El Departamento de Servicios de Alimentos y Nutrición de IISD se enorgullece en ofrecer este programa.

¡HAZ CLIC AQUÍ PARA VER EL HORARIO!

Lamar MS Parent Lunch Guidelines/Pautas para el almuerzo para padres de Lamar MS

Important Information

Lamar School Policies - English

Lamar School Policies - Spanish

Lamar Campus Improvement Plan

Lamar Middle School Parent and Family Engagement - English

Lamar Middle School Parent and Family Engagement - Spanish

Lamar Title I Parent Information Meeting - English & Spanish

Access to Gradebook

K-12 Curriculum Resources to Extend Learning at Home - English & Spanish

Resources by school level—elementary, middle, and high school, it features both digital and library-based tools, providing families with multiple ways to stay engaged in their child’s academic growth.

City of Irving Support Services

The City of Irving Support Services button is linked to the city's page for Support Services for Individuals and Families. It has information about food pantries, utility assistance, unemployment benefits, employment opportunities and much more.

Student Drop-Off and Pick-Up

Parents should only utilize the drop-off and pick-up lanes to drop their students off and/or pick them up. Both parking lots are unavailable for student drop-off or pick-up as this is a safety concern for our staff and students. Additionally, please note that the drop-off and pick-up lanes are moving lanes and therefore parking in the drop off lane is prohibited. Thank you for keeping #OURKIDS safe.