Trail Blazer Bulletin May 4-8

As we approach the end of the school year, please note that 3rd and 4th quarter grades will be averaged to determine the Semester 2 (SEM2) grade.

High school course credit is awarded by semester, with each semester worth 0.5 credit.

• Students who pass Semester 1 (SEM1) earn 0.5 credit

• Students who pass Semester 2 (SEM2) earn 0.5 credit

In cases where a student fails one semester of a full-year course, the SEM1 and SEM2 grades may be averaged to determine if the student can still earn the full 1.0 credit for the course. If the combined average is 70 or above, full credit will be awarded.

If you have questions about grades or course credit, please contact your student’s counselor.

SENIORS

Seniors will return their Chromebooks in the library on May 14 and May 15. Students must return both the Chromebook and the correct charger. We cannot accept teacher cords or off-brand chargers; it must be a Dell brand 65W charger. Before returning the device, students should remove any personal stickers, but they should not remove FISD barcode labels or numbers. If a senior needs to purchase a replacement charger or if their Chromebook is damaged, they must contact Ms. Serna by May 11 so the fee ($20 for chargers) can be added to their account. Adding the fees and paying takes time, so don't wait!

When returning a Chromebook, students should only hand it directly to a staff member in the library who can issue a digital receipt. For seniors, any fees for missing equipment or damages must be paid by May 15 at 4:00 PM. If equipment is not returned or fees are not paid on time, graduation tickets may be withheld, and diplomas may be held until the account is cleared.

Seniors will also lose access to their FISD account, including HAC, Canvas, the student portal, and H Drive, shortly after graduation, though Google access will remain available until January 2027.

STUDENTS IN GRADES 9-11

Students in grades 9–11 should begin checking their Chromebooks now for issues such as missing keys, cracked screens, sound, camera, trackpad, power button, wireless connection, and charger. Any needed repairs should be reported in Incident IQ, and teachers can help students submit a ticket if needed.

Students who are returning to FISD next year should keep their Chromebook and charger, even if they are transferring to another FISD high school. However, families who are moving out of district must return the Chromebook and charger to the library by May 19, and they should be sure to hand it to a staff member who can issue a receipt. Families who decide to leave FISD over the summer will need to return Chromebooks and chargers to the administration building.

Thank you to our amazing PTSA for serving our teachers with an amazing feast in celebration of Teachers’ Appreciation Week. It was all smiles here on the Trail.

Distribution kicks off during lunch in the rotunda, so be sure to come on your assigned day and bring your student ID (or driver’s license). Grab your book, relive the memories, and start collecting those signatures!

Miss your day? You’ll need a Golden Ticket for pickup later. Limited extra copies will be available for $90—once they’re gone, they’re gone!

• Excused Absences: Students with an excused absence during a testing window will be permitted to complete a make-up exam the following week.

• Unexcused Absences: Please be aware that students with unexcused absences will not be permitted to make up the exam.

• Academic Impact: Failure to complete an EOY assessment can negatively impact a student’s GPA and may jeopardize their ability to receive full credit for the course.

🔗 Resources for Families

• Specific Assessment Details: For course-specific information, please review the Teacher/Course Q4 Assessment Plan.

• Planning Ahead: You can view the full 2025–2026 Academic Calendar here.

Thank you for your continued partnership and for helping your student stay focused as we finish the year strong

The 2026 AP Exams will be administered in schools over two weeks in May: May 4–8 and May 11–15. AP students will receive an email with their AP exam room location and other testing details at least 24 hours before each exam. Students should check their school email regularly. Students with a morning exam must arrive on campus by 7:25 AM. Bus transportation will not be provided for AM exams. Students with an afternoon exam must bring a lunch from home as the cafeteria will not be open before the afternoon exam start time. Early testing or testing at times other than those published by College Board is not permitted under any circumstances. Late-testing dates are available if students cannot test during the first two weeks of May.

See the late-testing schedule.

Drew Malan has continued to make history while Blazing a new Trail during his Senior campaign with a double up!

🥇🥇UIL 5A Region 2 Champions in 2 Events, the 3200m Run, now the New Region 2 record holder and the 1600m Run.

Drew will be heading back to Austin for UIL 5A State Track Championships held at Mike Meyers Stadium at the University of Texas on Friday, May 15th. He is the 1st Male LT Track Athlete to compete at State in 2 Events. Let’s go Drew!

The Lebanon Trail Baseball Program had a magical season come to an end on Saturday, May 2nd, in Game 3 of the Bi-District Series against Highland Park HS. It was truly a season to remember, as they qualified for the playoffs for just the 2nd time in program history. After losing Game 1 at "home," they traveled to Highland Park HS where Bailey Carter pitched a complete game, shutting out the Scots for the FIRST time all season and handing them their first home loss all season. It was the first postseason win in the history of boys' team sports at Lebanon Trail HS, and an incredible stepping stone to further success in the future. The entire Trail Blazer Baseball Program would like to thank everybody for their support throughout this journey. It won't be forgotten anytime soon.

The Rotary Club of Frisco Scholarship will give $6,000 to two deserving Frisco ISD graduating seniors based on need, academic achievement, leadership and participation in extracurricular activities. Deadline: May 8.
The Small World Scholarship is a full, two-year scholarship covering tuition, books and other related fees up to a total of $4,500 ($1,125 per semester) for students attending Collin College or Collin College Technical School. Deadline extended to May 15.

Learn more about additional criteria and qualifications.

More Scholarships

FISD Secondary Summer School registration opens April 2nd!

See full details HERE!

Secondary Summer School Informational Webinars

For more details about Secondary Summer School, please register for one of the Secondary Summer School webinars below:

High School Summer School - Credit Recovery or Advancement Informational Webinar

May 5, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Register

If you are planning to take a Summer Correspondence Course through Texas Tech K-12 or UT High School, follow this link for more information; forms to complete, dates, and deadlines.

If you have questions, please stop by the Counseling Office.

Seniors help us celebrate you by completing this form to let us know your college plans.

Jostens was here on Monday to deliver cap and gown orders that were placed before the February deadline. If you were absent on that day, please stop by the front office to see Mrs. Springer to pick up your order. Please be sure to bring your Student ID!

The Group Order Discount deadline has passed, but you can still order! Any orders placed at this time will be shipped directly to your home. Click here to be taken directly to our school’s homepage at Jostens.

Bright Academy Welcomes Back the Class of 2026

Dear Bright Academy Class of 2026,

It is with great pride and excitement that we invite you back home to Bright Academy for a special Senior Walk Celebration in your honor.

As you prepare to graduate and step into your next chapter, we would love to celebrate this full-circle moment with you right where your journey began.

We hope you will join us for this meaningful celebration as we honor the Class of 2026 and the legacy you leave behind.

Click here for more information and to RSVP

Class of 2026 yard signs have arrived! Please stop by the front of the school to pick on up (and metal stake if needed).

Lebanon Trail PTSA Website

We are excited and proud to announce a wonderful partnership between WETA and Lebanon Trail High School! Parent Teacher Student Association.

WETA, an organization with a heart dedicated to empowering women and girls, has generously donated menstrual hygiene kits to our school community. Each kit includes sanitary pads, body wash, and deodorant — thoughtfully assembled to support the health, dignity, and confidence of our young women.

This partnership is a true reflection of what it means to invest in the next generation. When we come together with a shared purpose, we can make a real and lasting difference in the lives of our girls.

Families who may benefit from these kits are warmly encouraged to contact the school office. Every inquiry will be handled with the utmost care and confidentiality.

Thank you WETA for your generous donation and support to LTHS PTSA.

All Frisco ISD high schools will operate on a modified half-day schedule during the final three days of the school year.

Wednesday, May 20 – Friday, May 22
School hours: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

*More specific details will be shared as we get closer to the final weeks

Every instructional day counts. Unlike in recent years, student grades and assessments will now be collected through the very last week of school. The final instructional day of the 2025-2026 school year is on May 22, 2026. We know that families often plan trips in advance, but please avoid scheduling family travel before that date, as absences can affect learning and final grades.

You can review the 2025-2026 academic calendar here. Thank you for helping your student finish the year strong!

We encourage you to use this form to nominate a teacher or staff member who you believe deserves special recognition for their contributions. I look forward to sharing your “Staff Shout Outs” with the LT staff.