February 2025
LISD Families,
This month marks the start of my fourth year as Superintendent of this incredible district, and it continues to be an honor to serve our community. I enjoyed recently seeing all of the ways campuses marked the 100th day of school and visiting the opening night of our LISD High School Art Show.
As we follow developments in the 89th Texas Legislative Session, one of the most pressing issues impacting public education is the ongoing debate over school vouchers and the need for increased state funding. Our district, along with many others across Texas, remains committed to advocating for policies that strengthen public schools and ensure all students have equitable access to a quality education.
While voucher proposals continue to be discussed, our one ask to lawmakers is simple: prioritize funding for public schools so that resources go directly to the students and teachers who need them most. We are closely monitoring legislative actions, and I encourage you to stay informed and involved. You can watch my latest legislative update from Monday’s board meeting HERE, and learn how to advocate for strong public schools at LISD.net/legislative.
Keep reading this month’s newsletter for many more updates. As we navigate the opportunities ahead, please know that your engagement and support make a lasting impact. Thank you for being part of the LISD family. We are stronger together, and I look forward to making the rest of this school year a success!
Lori Rapp, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Follow along with me:
Important Dates
Feb. 14 - Student Holiday
Feb. 15 - SRO Appreciation Day
Feb. 17 - Staff & Student Holiday
Feb. 20 - LISD Chin Festival
Feb. 21 - LISD HBCU Fair
Feb. 22 - Chin National Day
March 2-8 - School Social Worker Week and Educational Diagnostician Week
March 7 - Maintenance Worker Appreciation Day
March 7 - Staff & Student Early Release
March 10-14 - Spring Break
February - African American Heritage/Black History Month & CTE Month
March - Women's History Month
To view the 2024-25 LISD Academic Calendar visit LISD.net/cal. For school hours, including early release times, visit LISD.net/hours.
Make Up Days
The bad weather day on April 21 will be used as one make up day. The Feb. 14 professional learning day allows us enough banked minutes to count for the other make-up day that is needed. We will also request a waiver from the TEA for the 21 schools that had to miss school due to the water line break in the City of Lewisville. We will keep you all informed once we have their decision.
Board Meeting Recap
The Board of Trustees met for the regularly scheduled Board Meeting on Monday, Feb. 10. Click HERE for the full recap.
Students from Morningside Elementary led the pledge of allegiance and Texas pledge.
2025-26 Academic Calendar
The LISD Board of Trustees approved the 435 calendar option (option A) for the 2025-26 school year. View next year's calendar HERE.
2024-25 Campus Teachers of the Year Recognized
During the Feb. 10 Board Meeting, 2024-25 LISD Campus Teacher of the Year winners were recognized for their dedication to our mission of engaging and inspiring learners and leaders. Join us in congratulating these incredible educators! See the full list of winners at LISD.net/ToY.
Elementary Teachers of the Year
Secondary Teachers of the Year
Board Spotlight: A Call to Fund the Future of Texas Education
Earlier this month, the LISD Board of Trustees shared an editorial with the Cross Timbers Gazette calling lawmakers to invest in our kids this legislative session. Read the article HERE.
Kindergarten Enrollment | Now Ongoing
Early childhood programs will be hosting virtual parent information sessions on March 5, 6 and 27 for families wanting more information about what to expect when their little learner starts kindergarten for the 2025-26 school year. Help us spread the word by sharing LISD.net/kindergarten. Families can now enroll at any time.
PreK Enrollment | Begins April 1
LISD serves eligible four-year-old students in full-day, state-funded pre kindergarten classes. Students must be 4 years old on/before Sept. 1 of the school year for PreK enrollment and qualify by one or more of the criteria. Enrollment for the 2025-26 school year begins April 1, and an in-person enrollment event will be held on May 6 and 7 at the LISD Administrative Center (Bolin Professional Building) to support families in the enrollment process. Visit LISD.net/prek for more information.
Feb. 20 | 14th Annual Chin Festival
Campus Retirements | Legacy Committees
Each campus being retired has created a space on their campus website for families to stay in the loop on upcoming events, share photos and stories about their campus, reflect on the school’s history, and get involved this semester. Visit LISD.net/leavingalegacy for details.
Join Your Local PTA
Parent-teacher associations allow families and community members to get involved with their local schools by planning events, supporting teachers and raising funds for campus-related needs. Now is the perfect time to join your school’s PTA by clicking HERE. Looking for more ways to get involved? Visit LISD.net/Volunteer.
Recognize SomeONE
Recognize SomeONE is live for the 2024-25 school year! This program gives our staff and community members the opportunity to highlight the exceptional work of our staff here at LISD. Visit LISD.net/Recognize to highlight a fellow staff member today!
LISD Gives Back
There are several ways for LISD staff to give back to the community that supports our students, their families, and our employees. For opportunities to leave a legacy through giving, visit LISD.net/givesback.
Love & Logic Parenting Class | Feb. 18 & 25
Raise self-confident, motivated children who are ready for the real world. Loving yet powerful tools for parenting children of all ages. Register and learn more at LISD.net/CHOICES. Sessions are virtual.
Parent Cafe
The Lewisville ISD Parent Café program is a parent-led peer support group that provides a confidential space for parents to discuss, validate and receive support on the challenges of raising children, along with free childcare (ages 5+ and a meal for the family). For more information and to sign up to attend, visit LISD.net/parentcafe.
LISD Programs of Choice
Lewisville ISD is proud to offer many programs to match the educational needs and goals of our students and families. Below, you will find key dates for upcoming information sessions and/or meetings for these programs:
STEM (Elementary)
- Feb. 18, Feb. 19, and Feb. 20.
Dual Language
- Feb. 19, Feb. 24, and Feb. 26.
LHS Harmon Students Partner with Mary Kay
Students from LHS Harmon recently recognized International Day of Women and Girls in Science, learning about careers in STEM directly from #LISDPartner MARY KAY at the global cosmetic company's Richard R. Rogers Manufacturing/R&D Center (R3) in Lewisville.
Students heard from Mary Kay representatives from different career pathways across the company and toured the state-of-the-art facility before getting a hands-on lip gloss manufacturing experience, learning the STEM techniques and principles behind the creation of different products. READ MORE
Engaging and Inspiring Learners and Leaders, O𝘂𝘁𝗱𝗼𝗼𝗿𝘀!
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.