Trail Blazer Bulletin April 7-10

It is National Assistant Principals’ Week and here on the Trail we are so grateful for Mrs. Ford, Ms. Hill, Mr. Kaikai, and Dr. Roberts. This team of Assistant Principals truly knows our students by name and need, showing up to cheer for our students at their various activities, holding students accountable in ways that help them retain their dignity and helping them learn important life lessons. Please take some time to use this form to send them a shout out this week as we celebrate them!

These camps are designed to help students build confidence and master proven strategies across the reading, writing and math portions of the SAT and ACT. Through focused instruction and practice, students will strengthen their test-taking skills and prepare for high-level scoring on college entrance exams.

The prep sessions will take place at Hunt Middle School during the summer, and space is limited.

Families can review the Summer Camp Guide and register by visiting friscoisd.org/summercamp.

Over Spring Break, the city installed a pedestrian-activated flashing beacon at the crosswalk across Ohio Drive at Wagner Drive which helps students cross the road. Pedestrians must push the button to activate the yellow flashing lights that alert traffic to a pedestrian about to cross the road. Please review the information below about how to use the beacon safely both as a driver and pedestrian.

• Pedestrian guide

• Driver’s guide

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Week is Coming! 🍎

Let’s come together to show some BIG love to the incredible teachers and staff at Lebanon Trail High School!

The PTSA is planning a special teacher/staff lunch + gift card treats, and we’d love your help to make it extra meaningful!

✨ Ways to Give:

💳 Donate here: LTHS 2026 Teacher Appreciation Donation

🎁 Drop off gift cards (suggested $5–$20) in the collection box at the front office.

Every little bit adds up to something special—and it’s a simple way to say thank you to the people who pour so much into our students every day.

Let’s shower our teachers with appreciation! 💐

FEF is hosting two summer camps at the CTE Center:

• Mindbender Academy: Open to rising middle school students

• Entrepreneurship Track with One I/E: Open to rising fourth through sixth graders

Both camps will run June 1-4, 2026. Mindbender Academy costs $200 per session, while the Entrepreneurship Track costs $250 for the week.

Sign me up: Registration now open on the FEF website.

• Visit the FEF website for the link and more information about each camp.

Email FEF with any questions.

• 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

LTHS will administer the Spring STAAR EOC exams in April. A passing score on all 5 STAAR EOC tests is a graduation requirement in the state of Texas.

The test dates are as follows:

• Tuesday, April 21st (A Day) - Algebra 1

• Wednesday, April 22nd (B Day) - Biology and US History *

(* indicates a late arrival day for all students not testing. Arrival time is 12:10 pm. Late arrival bus transportation will be provided.)

Please do not schedule any appointments on these days so that students are present to test, as needed. Students will not be released from testing rooms before 12:45pm.

Students will need to bring their district-issued Chromebook fully charged on test day.

Students will have until 4:25pm to test, if needed, and will be released at the completion of their exam to follow their class schedule for the day. (Students with CTE classes who have missed the bus by the time they complete the test, will remain in the cafeteria until their next class unless they have their own transportation Or they choose to walk.)

For more information about the STAAR/EOC please go to:

• FISD Testing information

• Cambium's Practice Tests for STAAR & TELPAS click sheet

If you have any questions, please contact the Campus Testing Facilitator, Lauren Phillips at PhillipsL@friscoisd.org

Wednesday, April 22nd will be late arrival days for students who are NOT taking the following EOC exams:

• Wednesday, April 22nd (B Day) - Biology and US History
  
  

⭐Arrival time is 12:15 pm

⭐Students with 2nd period CTE or Collin Classes will report to the cafeteria (by 12:15pm)

⭐Late arrival bus transportation will be provided

⭐Students will follow a modified bell schedule on these this days

Congratulations to Xeres signing to swim competitively at the collegiate level! We're incredibly proud of your accomplishments and cannot wait to see what you do next. Additional congratulations to Coach Graves and LT Swim and Dive on this success. Xeres will be attending Penn State University in Pennsylvania.

Congratulations to all four of the Lebanon Trail Concert Bands on receiving straight “Superior” ratings in both Concert and Sightreading at UIL! This is the highest rating that can be given at UIL. We are so proud of the students and their directors. Way to go LT Band!

Please join us in celebrating the incredible achievements of our talented vocalists following their recent performances. Our students truly hit all the right notes! Congratulations to Our Ensembles:

• Madrigal Singers: Earned a "Straight Ones" rating! This top-tier score reflects the highest level of excellence in every category from the judges.

• Varsity Treble Choir: Awarded the prestigious Sweepstakes! This honor is given only to groups that achieve superior ratings in both concert performance and sight-reading.

We are so proud of the hard work, discipline, and artistry these students bring to our school community. Way to go, LT Choir! 🏆

Congratulations to Tejasvi Manoj - our Times Magazine Kid of the Year, for being honored at the prestigious NCWIT Aspirations in Computing (AiC) Awards Ceremony held at the Bank of America Plano Campus on April 6th.

She received the following recognitions:

• NCWIT AiC National Honorable Mention (2026)

• NCWIT AiC North Texas Winner (2026 – Dallas/Fort Worth region)

Yes, it is possible to earn a college degree while in high school! Learn how to obtain an associate degree through dual and/or AP credit while in high school. We will explain the components of an associate degree and how to complete them by high school graduation. Join Mrs. Diaz, College and Career Counselor, and the LTHS Counselors to learn how. Please RSVP here then Zoom login information will be emailed to you on Monday, April 13th by noon.

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

April 8, 2026 at 6 p.m. - Register

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

Students ages 16-18 are invited to connect with over 40 part-time employers hiring now! Come dressed professionally, bring copies of your resume, and be prepared for on-the-spot interviews. Please note that parents will not be permitted to attend.

📅 April 16, 2026
⏰ 5:00 - 7:00 PM
📍 9889 Wade Blvd, Frisco

Collin College will offer a variety of camps this summer for middle school and high school students. Participants can select camps including automotive exploration, electronics, robotics, video production, Health Science, STEM, and dance! Certain subjects are repeated at multiple campuses. The following camps are located on the college’s campuses in Allen, Celina, Farmersville, Frisco, McKinney, and Wylie.

Register soon to secure your student’s spot!

Come see the future of technical education in Collin County! The Technical Campus provides diverse pathways with more than 20 programs in fields like automotive, construction, healthcare, IT, and manufacturing. Special demonstrations will be available and state-of-the-art equipment will be on display throughout the day.

Saturday, April 18th 9:00am-2:00pm - Visit www.collin.edu/campuses/technical for a full list of Technical Campus programs!

Texas A&M University would like to invite current 9th-11th grade Frisco ISD students and parents to participate in Accessing the Dream, a free college access event designed to empower 9th–11th grade students and one parent or guardian as they begin planning their path to higher education.

This engaging half-day program will connect students and families with college access resources, guidance on preparing for college, and opportunities to learn more about navigating admissions, financial aid, and academic pathways.

Event Details:
Texas A&M University School of Law
1515 Commerce Street
Fort Worth, TX 76102

Saturday, April 18, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Students and families will have the opportunity to:
• Learn about the college admissions process
• Explore financial aid and scholarship opportunities
• Connect with college representatives and mentors
• Gain practical steps they can take now to prepare for college

• Enjoy a free lunch, guest speakers, & door prizes!

Students are encouraged to attend with one parent or guardian to maximize the experience. For any questions, please contact: Aghabi@tamu.edu

An educational program designed for students in 5th through 12th grade, which is held during the summer each year, the academy offers community-focused sessions that are:

• 3 hours long, either once a week for three weeks or over the course of three days for one intensive week

• Completely free, including all materials and snacks

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This educational program experience explores personal communication and leadership dynamics, community social service organizations, their community’s history and growth, higher education and career opportunities, resume creation/review, financial literacy, community safety & local government. Participants work with their class using their leadership skills to complete a class project that will benefit their community.

Register and learn more here.

Collin Bound- For all you graduating seniors who are planning on heading to Collin College after graduation, this event is for you! It's a great chance for both students and families to learn more and get some swag! Registration link for the Frisco campus coming soon!

The Small World Scholarship is a full scholarship for two years 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. Apply by Friday, May 1, 2026.

Are you a current High School student, enrolled in Dual Credit Courses with Collin College? Apply for the Dual Credit Scholarship!

The Collin College Foundation offers scholarships to high school students currently enrolled in the Collin College Dual Credit Program. To qualify for the Dual Credit Scholarship, applicants must meet the following general criteria:

• Current High School Student

• Dual Credit student in FALL 2026

• Taking a minimum of 6 credit hours of Dual Credit classes with Collin College each semester

Apply here by May 3rd, 2026!

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.

Prom will be on April 25th at the Omni Frisco Hotel at the Star.

Prom tickets are now available for purchase on Online School Fees. Tickets can be purchased for $100. Guest fees (for Non-LTHS or Underclassmen guests) will not be added to your Online School Fees account until the guest form is complete and approved by an Administrator.

LTHS Prom Guest Form (student must be logged into your school email account to access this form).

All prom guests must be a high school student and/or 20 years of age or younger at the time of the dance. High school students must be in good standing at their campuses. Middle school students are NOT allowed. All guests MUST have either a school ID or driver’s license (if not in school) and be verified at the door.

**All tickets must be purchased in advance. No tickets will be sold at the door**

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

Are you Senior and planning to attend Collin College in the Fall? If this is you, check out the “With Love It’s a Small World Scholarship. Application Link: Scholarship — With Love It's A Small World Deadline: May 1, 2026.

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

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.