Trail Blazer Bulletin Sept 30-Oct 4

All FISD 10th and 11th grade students are automatically registered to take the PSAT/NMSQT, free of charge, during the school day on October 2, 2024. The PSAT helps students identify academic areas of strength and growth, as well as prepare for college entrance exams like the SAT. The PSAT/NMSQT is also the qualifying test for the National Merit Scholarship Program for students in 11th grade and the National Recognition Programs for both 10th and 11th grade students.

This fall the PSAT/NMSQT will be administered in a digital format that will provide an overall easier testing experience for students. Your student will take the PSAT/NMSQT on October 2nd using their own school-issued device. Students are strongly encouraged to opt-in to the District’s 1 for All Chromebook program to ensure device compatibility with online testing. If your student has not opted in to the 1 for All Chromebook program, there will be a limited number of Chromebooks available on test day on a first come, first served basis.

IMPORTANT PSAT INFORMATION FOR ALL STUDENTS – WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2

Grades 9 and 12

All FISD 9th and 12th grade students will have late arrival and report to campus at 12:15pm.

Grades 10 and 11

The PSAT/NMSQT will be administered on campus on Wednesday, October 2 to 10th and 11th graders only.

Testing will begin at 9:00 AM sharp and anyone who arrives late will not be allowed to test. Students taking the PSAT are not permitted to access cell phones or smart watches during the exam. Devices must be powered off and stored in a designated location during the exam. If a student is observed with any prohibited electronic device in the testing room or during a break their scores will be canceled.

Students will receive an email by September 30 with their test room number.

Students with late arrival 1A must arrive by 9:00 AM. Students who will miss a dual credit course due to the PSAT must communicate with their professor prior to test day.

Students should bring the following on test day:

• pencils
• (can bring) their own approved calculator. *The Desmos graphing calculator (desmos.com/calculator) is embedded in the test, and school calculators will be provided for Juniors.
• snacks and drinks (which may only be consumed during official breaks)

For questions about the PSAT, please contact the Campus Testing Facilitator, Lauren Phillips, at PhillipsL@friscoisd.org.

Jostens was here today to visit with your student about their 2026 Class Ring! We thought you would appreciate having a copy of what was handed out during their assembly. Please be aware that the best pricing will be in effect until the deadline noted on the flyer. There is a virtual ring sizer provided (see flyer) but Jostens has also left physical sizers in our front reception office. Click here to be taken directly to our school’s homepage at Jostens.

The 2024-25 Campus goal is to close the achievement gap between students enrolled in on-level classes and students enrolled in advanced classes with a supporting goal of increasing student engagement in all our classrooms.

We are excited to kick off this year’s Lebanon Trail Professional Development (LTPD) series, an initiative designed to empower and equip our educators in alignment with our campus goals.

LTPD provides job-embedded opportunities for teachers to lead, share instructional best practices, and engage in continuous growth. Sessions will focus on strategies such as student discourse, meaningful student engagement, effective inquiry and questioning techniques, providing constructive feedback, and the appropriate use of technology. By fostering collaboration and leadership among our staff, we are building a culture of adult learning that will ultimately enrich our students’ educational journey.

Directions and Parking Information for McKinney ISD Stadium

• 4201 S. Hardin Blvd. McKinney, TX 75070

All pre-sale tickets will be online beginning Monday @ 10:00 am

• Pre-sale ticket prices will be $4.00 for general admission students, and $6.00 for general admission adults (plus additional convenience fees)

• 3:00 pm the day of the game, ticket sales will increase to $10.00 (plus additional convenience fees)

• Tickets can be purchased on the McKinney ISD ticketing website or by credit card at the gate.

• THERE WILL BE NO CASH SALES

Click here to access the McKinney ISD website to purchase tickets online

Fans can additionally download the free Home Town Fan App on their mobile phone for redeeming tickets and entry into the venue. The app is available in both Apple App Store and Google Play.

Facility Guidelines

• No outside food/drink allowed

• Concessions will be available

  
  

View the McKinney ISD Bag Policy.

Congratulations to our Trail Blazer Band on their 4th place finish at the Melissa Marching Band Showcase. Their rendition of “Fascinating People” was breathtaking and there is no photo or video that can do it justice. Well done Trail Blazers!

Special thank you to the Band parents who constantly show up for our students. Thank you so much for being part of our village!

Congratulations to Teagan Dixon on setting both the ACES & KILL record for Lebanon Trail volleyball. Way to go Teagan! We are so very proud of you!

We loved having our future Trail Blazers join us under the Friday night lights!

Congratulations to LT Tennis for their win over Heritage and moving into 5-1 in District play! Special congratulations to our 2025 seniors. We cannot wait to see what they do next.

Congratulations to our Varsity & JV Cross Country Teams. Special congratulations to Drew Malan for placing in the top ten and helping varsity boys place 13th as a team. Special shout out to Varsity girls for placing 13th as a team with Ariell Daniels, Ria Arora, Miriam Gunn, and Jenna Bell earning new personal bests.

Special shout out to the JV squads! Girls placed 8th as a team, while boys placed 9th.

Congratulations to these students who will be advancing to Area Competition.

From cleaning up streets, to opening car doors, our baseball and football athletes and NJROTC cadets are committed to living up to the Trail Blazer mission to inspire thoughtful, successful and socially responsible leaders.

Please view this week’s Counselor Corner for CTEC Interactive Open House information, GPA Opt-Out reminder for Juniors and Seniors, as well as upcoming College Visits at LT for students during Mega Lunch.

All Frisco ISD students need a plan, purpose, and future. Mark your calendars for all of the upcoming events related to college and career readiness! From college fairs to virtual webinars, this fall line-up offers information and opportunities to learn more about college admissions, paying for college, and how to utilize your secondary student’s free Xello account at home to help them become future-ready!

Oct. 8- AI and College Admissions

• Virtual Event, 6-7:30pm

It’s Official! Graduation for the Class of 2025 will be Friday May 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM at the STAR in Frisco

• All graduates will be required to ride the bus to their graduation ceremony to assist with parking/ingress/egress traffic.

• Each student will receive 12 graduation tickets.

• As we get closer to the date, more information will be shared.

The latest PTSA Blog is now available!

Meeting ID: 948 8268 0459

Passcode: 998472

Homecoming Dance Tickets are now on sale on onlineschoolfees.com.

Students bringing non-Lebanon Trail student guests, please fill out the homecoming guest form. A guest fee will be added to your Online School Fees account once your guest form has been approved by your Administrator. Your guest will not be able to attend without the form filled out and their fee paid in online school fees. Forms must be filled out and submitted by Wednesday, October 9th. The online school fee must be paid by Thursday, October 10th at 11:30pm for your guest to attend.

ALL GUESTS MUST HAVE A GUEST FORM TO ATTEND. Guests must be 18 years old or younger.

THIS YEAR THERE WILL BE NO TICKETS SOLD AT THE DOOR.