LV High School Newsletter

On November 7th, our regional Congress team competed for spots to UIL state in January. For the first time in several years La Vernia swept the contest and took all three spots to state.

1st - Hannah Raphael

2nd - Kandice Cavazos

3rd - Elizabeth Sanders

Other members include - Dane Caldwell, Jackson Ulibarri, and Josh Villarreal

Our Practicum in Entrepreneurship students stepped out of the classroom and into two incredible learning environments, each offering a real-world look at how organizations grow, serve and make an impact. Today they went to VelocityTX and the Children’s Shelter.

VelocityTX | Innovation & Entrepreneurship

The day began at VelocityTX, where the welcome was unforgettable! They greeted us with the La Vernia logo displayed on their main screen as we walked in. From start to finish, they made our students feel valued and part of something special. Students learned how VelocityTX supports new ventures through programs that strengthen entrepreneurship, expand workforce skills and fuel economic development. They also heard from a financial analyst with Alamo Angels, who shared how investors evaluate early-stage ideas and what it takes for startups to move forward. The experience wrapped up with a team-building challenge that pushed students to think, communicate and problem-solve, exactly the skills we talk about in class. Learn more at: velocitytx.org

The Children’s Shelter of San Antonio | Mission-Driven Leadership

Our next visit took us to The Children’s Shelter, a nonprofit that provides critical services and support to children and families in need. Students explored how a charitable organization operates from its business structure and funding model to the systems that keep programs moving. The presentation and tour gave students a meaningful look at how business principles apply in service-based work. Learn more at: childrensshelter.org

As always, our Business Program and La Vernia BPA will continue our annual Essentials Drive supporting the Children’s Shelter. Seeing the work firsthand reminded students how leadership, community service and business knowledge come together to make a real difference. Today’s tours directly supported our Practicum in Entrepreneurship TEKS by bringing organizational structures, funding pathways, innovation and social responsibility to life.

We are proud of these Business Bears wanting to make such a positive impact!

Your LA VERNIA BEARS are headed to Comalander Stadium this Friday, December 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM to battle the Davenport Wolves!

FILL THE STANDS!

BRING THE ENERGY!

LET’S TAKE OVER SAN ANTONIO!

Tickets:

Adults: $8.00• Students: $5.00

($10 at the gate)

Accepted passes: THSCA • TGCA • Senior Passes • UIL District Card

Comalander Stadium

Ticket link coming soon!

It’s time to show up and show OUT!

GO BEARS!!

Legislative updates have required schools to gain consent prior to services/participation. We are missing a large amount of consent forms. Please check that you have completed the following items and returned/submitted them to LVHS:

* Student Code of Conduct and Acceptable Use Policy (printed copy was sent home)

* Consent for School Counseling (electronic submission)

* Parent Consent for School Related Health Services (printed copy was sent home)

* School club(s) permission to participate (sent home by club sponsor)

All of these forms are posted to this newsletter for your convenience. Please help us ensure your student can receive the services he/she needs.

Copies of LVHS Code of Conduct and Technology Acceptable Use Policy were sent home the week of August 18th. Please send these sigend forms back to school as soon as possible.

The 89th Texas Legislature recently passed Senate Bill 12, which requires school districts to notify parents of staff services related to mental health and to give parent/guardians the opportunity to opt out before mental health-related services are provided to their child.

This form must be submitted for each student. Consent given through this form is effective during the current school year unless rescinded earlier.

You must complete this form for each student enrolled in La Vernia ISD.

School counseling services are more fully explained in board policy FFEA, and student mental health is covered in board policy FFEB. Information about threat assessments can be found in board policy FFB.

Notice of and Consent for School Health-Related Services

This form must be signed and returned to LVISD Health Services. Consent given through this form is effective during the current school year unless revoked earlier.

In accordance with new law as of Sept.1, 2025, the District must provide parents with written notice of each school-based health-related service offered at the campus their child attends. These routine services promote student safety, wellness, and readiness to learn. The services may be provided by qualified school staff, including nurses and athletic trainers. This consent does not take the place of an individualized health plan, 504 plan, or other legally required document.

A parent has the right to withhold consent for or decline any health-related service.

Printed copies of this form were sent home last week. For you convenience, the forms have been linked below.

Let’s keep our Bears on track with attendance! If your child is absent, make sure your absence note includes:

-Student’s full name

-Grade level

-Student ID (lunch number)

-Date(s) and reason for absence

-Parent/guardian signature & contact info

**Remember: Notes must be turned in within 3 days of the absence to keep our records accurate!**

For High​ School Campus absences, email: hsattendance@lvisd.org

Need more info? Visit: https://www.lvisd.org/page/attendance

Let’s make every day count! #WeAreLV #BearPride #AttendanceMatters

If you have questions, concerns, etc., regarding your child's class, we encourage you to contact the classroom teacher first to conference. If there are unresolved concerns, please contact administration or campus counselor. Thank you!

We have amazing teachers and staff at LVISD. To thank them, go to https://bit.ly/ThankYouLVISD24-25

La Vernia ISD is proud to announce that our Primary, Intermediate, Junior High and High School campuses have been awarded the Purple Star Campus Designation from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). This honor recognizes our district’s commitment to supporting military-connected students and their families.

The Purple Star Campus Designation is an award given by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) to Texas districts and charter schools that meet specific criteria for supporting military-connected families. Each fall, TEA awards the Purple Star to applicants who meet the following criteria:

1. Designate a campus-based military liaison who must:

   • Support military-connected students and their families.

   • Provide professional development opportunities for staff members on issues related to military-connected students.

2. Create and maintain an easily accessible webpage with information for military- connected students and their families.

3. Implement a campus transition program that includes:

   • Introductions to the school environment and processes.

   • A student leader or ambassador program, supported by a campus-based staff member.

   • Organizing and hosting newcomer social events, guided tours of the campus, and accompanying new students to lunch during their first week of school.

4. Offer at least one of the following initiatives:

   • A resolution showing support for military-connected students and families.

   • Participation in the Month of the Military Child or Military Family Month.

   • A partnership with a school liaison officer to provide opportunities for active-duty military members.

The Purple Star Campus Designation highlights the hard work of our dedicated educators, counselors, and staff in ensuring that military-connected students receive the support they need to thrive academically and socially. As we celebrate this achievement, we look forward to continuing our support of military families and enhancing the resources available to ensure their success. For more information, go to https://www.lvisd.org/page/military-connected-families

Assessments have begun for students to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the TEKS presented in class. Since these assessments are generally taken online, the way parents review the tests have changed. Please review the information below to learn how to access your child's assessments in Eduphoria.

Monday, December 1

• 12 Days of Christmas
• Golf - LVHS @ Riverhill "Kerrville" (VG)

Tuesday, December 2

• 12 Days of Christmas
• STAAR EOC: English 1 (retake)
• GBB - LVHS @ Burbank (F/JV/V)
• GBB - LVHS @ Burbank (F/JV/V)

Wednesday, December 3

• 12 Days of Christmas
• EOC: Algebra 1 & US History (retake)

Thursday, December 4

• 12 Days of Christmas
• EOC: English 2
• Basketball (Girls V) Bluebonnet Invitational
• Wrestling - LVHS vs NB & Beeville (V)

Friday, December 5

• Basketball (Girls V) Bluebonnet Invitational
• Football Playoff Game vs Davenport Wolves

Saturday, December 6

• Basketball (Girls V) Bluebonnet Invitational
• Speech Tournament @ Bandera High School

Monday, December 8

• 12 Days of Christmas
• DC Pre-Calculus Final Exam
• EOC Retake Make Up Testing
• BBB - LVHS @ Alamo Convocation Center vs Burbank (F/JV/V)

Tuesday, December 9

• 12 Days of Christmas
• DC Pre-Calculus Final Exam
• EOC Retake Make Up Testing
• GBB - LVHS @ Devine (F/JV/V)

Wednesday, December 10

• 12 Days of Christmas
• EOC Retake Make Up Testing
• Balfour: Delivering Class Rings

Thursday, December 11

• 12 Days of Christmas
• EOC Retake Make Up Testing

Friday, December 12

• CyberPatriot Competition (8:00 am - Room 203)
• GBB - LVHS @ Canyon (F/JV/V)
• Boys Soccer - LVHS @ Seguin (JV/V)

Saturday, December 13

• Wrestling - LVHS @ Russ Pederson (V)

Sunday, December 14

December 15: 12 Days of Christmas

December 15: School Board Meeting (6:30 pm)

December 16: 12 Days of Christmas

December 17: 12 Days of Christmas

December 18: 12 Days of Christmas

December 22-January 5: Christmas Break

Email: bhanselka@lvisd.org
Website: www.lvisd.org
Location: 225 Bluebonnet Road La Vernia, TX 78121

Phone: 830-779-6630
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LVISDHighSchool