The LISD Rapp Up

• Remote Work Day on Nov. 3. All LISD facilities will be closed on Nov. 3 for election day. This will be a remote work day for staff.
• Election Season is Here. Review this month's legal blurb and code of ethics highlight as you prepare to head to the polls. [Read the code of ethics.]
• Voting Resources. Your vote is your voice. Take a moment to review the election resources below to help you get registered, find your ballot, and get to the polls. [View voting resources]

Read Dr. Rapp's full letter below.

• Nov. 3: Student Holiday, Staff Work Day
• Nov. 23-28: Thanksgiving Break

View, download or print the 2026-27 Academic Calendar to keep up with important dates throughout this school year.

• Nov. 18: Education Support Professionals Day
• Nov. 20: Substitute Educators Day

We appreciate the Board approving a calendar with this remote work day for staff. Staff should work within the same time frames as their typical work day, and use this time to accomplish work related tasks.

Staff have the discretion to determine if they would like to use the time to complete any training. For example, cybersecurity training which will open on Nov. 3, but staff have until Spring Break to complete this training.

If you do not plan to complete remote work on this remote work day, then an absence should be entered into the Frontline system.

I continue to be deeply appreciative of the work each of you does every day, and I always enjoy every opportunity I get to be on campus with staff and students.

As I engage with all stakeholders across our district, one of the most common questions I receive right now centers on the upcoming election season. We know that the laws that are passed by the Legislature have a significant impact on us as educators and on public education as a whole. While I can never tell someone how to vote, I implore each of you to exercise your right and never miss an election.

As a highly regulated industry, governed by the state of Texas, your voice in every election season matters. In this newsletter, you will find a few timely reminders and helpful tips for election ethics and guidelines, information on when early voting starts, and details about the upcoming Council of PTAs Candidate Forum. Please take a few minutes to review these details so you stay informed and prepared.

Thank you for the energy, care, and professionalism you bring to our students and community. Despite any challenges, your work ensures our learners continue to thrive and adapt for the future. Let’s keep this momentum going into the second nine weeks and together we continue to make every day a great day for kids.

Dr. Lori Rapp, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

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Yes, it's that time again! As you prepare to vote and engage in civic life, keep these legal guidelines in mind:

1. School district resources may not be used to support or oppose political candidates or ballot measures.

2. Don’t forward campaign content from your district email or print political materials using school equipment.

3. Avoid wearing or displaying political items (buttons, shirts, signs, etc.) while on duty or on school property.

4. As educators, we must remain neutral. Do not share personal beliefs or attempt to influence students' views, even when asked.

5. Make time to vote—your voice matters!

Standard 1.4: "The educator shall not use institutional or professional privileges for personal or partisan advantage."

CLICK HERE to view the code of ethics.

The 2026 Fall Candidate Forum is coming up, featuring candidates for Texas House districts serving LISD on the November ballot. Join us on Oct. 21 beginning at 6:00 p.m. at the Lewisville ISD Administrative Center to ask candidates the questions surrounding public education that matter to you.

Every election is a chance to make your voice heard. Before you head to the ballot box, it is important to make sure you are registered, learn about the candidates, and understand who and what are on the ballot in your specific district.

Early voting begins Oct. 19 and goes until Oct. 30. To see your county's specific polling locations and times, and to access other voting resources CLICK HERE.

Cybersecurity Awareness Month is a global initiative every October that raises awareness about online safety and empowers individuals and businesses to protect themselves from cybercrime. Each week in October, LISD Technology is sending out helpful resources. These resources can be valuable for you at work and home. Please take a few minutes to review the information that is sent each week. Following the guidance in the emails will help you protect both LISD staff and student information and your personal information as well.

All LISD staff must earn trade credit over the course of the year between May 26, 2026 - March 31, 2027. The trade credit hours are in exchange for paid professional learning days that staff have off based on contract dates (November 23 & 24).

Gather fresh ideas and explore all upcoming professional learning opportunities (both virtual and in-person) by clicking HERE.

In addition to all of the other student information LISD families have access to, guardians can view the report cards for students under the Portfolio tile of the Family Access portal in Skyward Qmlativ SIS. To enjoy all of the report card features available, like translation options, it is recommended that guardians use a computer or choose the Open in Browser option when logging into the Skyward Mobile app.

To view this information and watch helpful videos on your student’s Report Card click here.

Join us for a virtual Wellness Wednesday series. We have four more sessions lined up before winter break to support your overall health and well-being. Visit LISD.net/connect to view fall offerings.

As we approach the 90th Legislative Session, our Board of Trustees recently approved our district's legislative focus areas.

Lewisville ISD is kicking off our annual United Way Campaign! Watch your inbox for emails directly from United Way Denton County with ways to participate.

Want to see what was shared in the LISD RAPPort Community Newsletter this month? CLICK HERE or visit LISD.net/Newsletter.