LISD Families,

There's no doubt there have been some tough conversations happening across the district in light of the district efficiency information shared over the last couple of weeks. I know you likely have many questions and concerns right now for your children, their teachers and administrators, your neighbors, and your campus communities.

I've shared more information below about the next step in the process, and a link to our FAQs page on the CEC website. Ultimately, our current senior Class of 2025 has 4,015 students but our current Kindergarten class districtwide only has 2,729 students. This big difference coupled with how our enrollment has dropped from 53,000 to 47,000 are circumstances we have to examine and create plans for.

Early voting is underway across the state, and I encourage you to make your voice heard at the polls. The last day of early voting is Nov. 1, and Election Day is Nov. 5.

In this month's newsletter, there are quite a few updates to share. I've included an extensive bond project update. District leaders recently provided several updates for our One Vision Task Force, and I am excited to share a progress update on where we are with projects so far.

Thank you for continuing to be an incredible partner in the education of your child.

District Efficiency Update

Dr. Rapp shared additional information related to the effort to increase facility efficiency across LISD at the Oct. 21 board meeting. All staff and families should have received an email with more details. More information is also available on the website, including a list of FAQs.

The next phase of the process will include staff and community feedback sessions for impacted campuses. Impacted staff and families will receive dates for feedback meetings the week of Oct. 28, and will receive proposals for potential retirements and/or boundary adjustments the week of Nov. 4. The listening tour will take place the week of Nov. 11 and Nov. 18.

Stay tuned for additional details, including dates, times and locations for the. listening tour.

Ask an Expert | Fentanyl

The LISD Ask an Expert video series aims to help our community continue crucial conversations with students at home about tough topics we all face. LISD counselors and other experts share their insights, touching on some of the most important issues our children face today. In this video, LISD counselors and SRO Langston talk about the dangers of fentanyl. WATCH THE VIDEO

Watch more episodes in this series HERE. #askLISD

Many projects have been completed, or are in progress, as part of the first sale of bonds from the 2023 bond referendum, which took place in January 2024. Additionally, the district sold all of the bonds from the 2024 bond referendum in June 2024. The district was able to sell the bonds in both scenarios at a lower interest rate than projected, creating more capacity in LISD's debt management portfolio. Keep reading for an overview of project progress.

Fine Arts

Music Instrument Replacements

Pianos have been replaced at 22 elementary campuses, and all middle school and high school piano replacements are underway. Secondary band and orchestra instrument purchases are taking place, and additional elementary music classroom purchases are underway.

Box Trucks

The manufacturer and vendor have been selected for the box trucks that will be used for all five high school fine arts programs.

Lewisville ISD

From the beginning, Lewisville Independent School District has committed to ensuring all students are confident, equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive and adapt for their future. Visit Best Schools in Texas for more information about joining the LISD family. Need this update in a different language? Visit LISD.net/translate.