Trail Blazer Bulletin Dec 9-13

Due to following school safety practices and student supervision requirements, we are unable to allow students who arrive at school earlier than 8:20 into the building. As it continues to get colder, consider adjusting your student’s arrival time to align closer to 8:20 entry time and encourage your students to dress appropriately for the weather to protect themselves from the elements.

School closures are sometimes necessary to ensure the safety of Frisco ISD students and staff. FISD makes a final decision about whether to open schools no later than 5:30 a.m. each school day.

Frisco ISD will notify families via email and text. Parents and staff can subscribe to FISD text messages by texting “Y” or “Yes” to 67587. The District and campus websites will also be updated with alerts of school closures, as well as the District’s Facebook and X accounts. Learn more.

As we approach the end of the first semester, we want to remind you about the importance of punctuality. Arriving at school on time sets a positive tone for the day and allows students to fully engage in their learning. To help ensure your child arrives at school on time, we encourage you to consider dropping them off a few minutes earlier than usual. This will provide a buffer for unexpected traffic, weather conditions, or other unforeseen circumstances. As the weather turns colder and rainier, please consider adding a bit more time to your morning routine. Even a few extra minutes can make a significant difference in avoiding tardiness. We appreciate your help and cooperation in helping our students learn this important life lesson.

A student at any grade level enrolled in a high school course will earn credit for the course only if the final grade is 70 or above. For a two-part (two-semester, 1-credit course), the student’s grades from both halves (semesters) will be averaged and credit will be awarded if the combined average is 70 or above. If the student’s combined average is less than 70, the student will be awarded credit only for the half (semester) with the passing grade.

As we approach winter break, let’s try to finish the semester strong! It’s important to come to school on the days both before and after a break.

• Preparation for the Future: Developing the habit of regular attendance prepares students for future responsibilities, such as employment or higher education, where commitment and consistency are key.

• Early Intervention: Consistent attendance enables early identification of learning challenges or emotional issues, allowing timely interventions that can prevent larger problems later on.

• Increased Graduation Rates: Studies show that students who attend school regularly are more likely to graduate on time and pursue higher education or career opportunities.

When your student is absent, we miss them! We love seeing our students every day!

Parents and guardians new to gifted & talented, this informational session will detail FISD K - 12 gifted and talented services, including screening, identification, and curriculum. The webinar will be from 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Register here.

At Lebanon Trail, we recognize students who exemplify FISD’s character traits through good citizenship and positive behavior. Blaze Praise shines a spotlight on those non-academic qualities that shape a respectful, responsible, and compassionate school community. A Blaze Praise nomination can boost a student’s confidence, reinforce the importance of good character, and enhance their overall school experience. Students are nominated for exemplifying one of our 4 Graduate Profile Pillars–Leadership, Innovation, Social Empathetic, and Driven by Values. The following students were nominated during the month of November. Congratulations Trail Blazers!

Similarly, staff members at Lebanon Trail are recipients of Blaze Praise awards in alignment with our Educator Profile. The 4 pillars of our Educator Profile are Achievement, Purpose, Leadership, and Character. The following staff members received Blaze Praise nominations in the month of November. Congratulations!

The following staff members received Community Shout-Outs in the month of November. Thank you for shining light on the awesome work our Lebanon Trail Staff are doing day in and day out. We appreciate your generosity!

Click here for more information about the Battle of the Books.

Students who paid for a fall semester or full year AP Exam will receive exam specific information through their school email in April.

For AP courses that begin in the spring semester, exam payment will be available in Online School Fees January 21 - February 7, 2025.

If you did not pay for an AP exam or you are not enrolled in an AP course but want to take an AP Exam, you must contact your Campus Testing Facilitator, Lauren Phillips, at PhillipsL@friscoisd.org between January 21, 2025 to February 7, 2025 to have the $50 late fee and exam fee added to your Online School Fees account.

February 7, 2025 is the FINAL AP registration, payment, and refund request deadline for Frisco ISD. No exceptions!

All FISD students classified as 11th grade are automatically registered to take the official SAT during the school day on Wednesday, March 5, 2025. There is no exam fee and students do NOT register for this exam through the College Board website. Students will receive exam details via email closer to the exam date. There is no make-up date for this exam.

How to Prepare: SAT Digital Prep

Questions about the SAT on March 5, 2025 Contact Lauren Phillips at PhillipsL@friscoisd.org

STUCO, LT Baseball and Emerald Elite all participated in the annual WFAA Santa’s Helpers Toy drive on Wednesday December 4th at Frisco Safety Town. Emerald Elite once again had the opportunity to be part of the on-air production with Pete Delkus. We are so grateful for this partnership and the joy it brings to over 50 000 children in the metroplex.

LT staff & student clubs & organizations successfully sponsored 30 children in Frisco ISD through the Angel Tree Program. Thank you all so much for everything you contributed to make this a huge success. On the way to these kids are everything from mattresses, bed frames, bedding sets, scooters, bikes, and lounge chairs to every type of clothes and shoes you can think of, barbies, legos, hair and skin care products, and so much more. We are so proud to be able to help make Christmas special for so many children in our District!

On December 4th our NJROTC cadets participated in the Annual Military Inspection (AMI). The Annual Military Inspection (AMI) is a mandatory event for all cadets in the Naval Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC) program. The AMI is an opportunity for cadets to demonstrate what they have learned throughout the year, and to show that their unit is operating in accordance with U.S. Navy standards.

To say we are proud of these cadets is an understatement!

Last week, our Best Buddies students hosted a fantastic Match Party for all their members. Students came together to enjoy fun activities, games and delicious food. It was a wonderful opportunity for students to connect, laugh and create lasting memories. We are so proud of the friendships formed and the positive impact of this program.

Our FA & LS students are hard at work providing excellent service and coffee to our staff, as they participate in the Trail Brews program. We love the good old ‘cup of joe’ they provide but we love visiting with them more.

Congratulations to the following Wrestling athletes who brought home some hardware from the Mike McCready Wrestling tournament:

Yusuf Al-Msaimi - 3rd place finish

Brady Sorrels - 3rd place finish

Brady Guinn - 3rd place finish

Yousef Zaatreh - 2nd place finish

Alannah Anzualda - 3rd place finish

Anastasia Breslav - 1st place finish

Miriam Gunn - 4th place finish

Bella Ramos- 4th place finish

Kennedy Broadway - 2nd place finish

Annual football awards were given out at the 2024 Football Banquet last Wednesday, December 4th. Congratulations to these men for their hard work this season!

Congratulations to these LT Band members for their great performances with the TMEA Region 24 Jazz Ensembles!

Please join us in celebrating the Lebanon Trail High School Percussion Ensemble as they prepare to perform at the prestigious Midwest Clinic Band and Orchestra Conference in Chicago this December! They will be performing final of two "Send Off" concerts in the coming weeks on Thursday, December 12th at 8:00 PM at the UNT College of Music in Denton, TX. Admission is free! Come support our students performing some world class music as they prepare to take LT Fine Arts to the World Stage!"

Please click the link below to our Dual Credit Newsletter.

P-12 Partnerships December 2024 Newsletter!

Collin College campuses will be closed from December 21-January 1 for Winter Break.

Click here to register.

The FEF Scholarship Application Opens on Tuesday, December 3rd at 10am!

2025 FEF Scholarship Application Window:

• Application Opens: Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 10am

• Application Closes: Friday, December 20, 2024, at 4pm

Application Instructions Available on FEF website on Tuesday, December 3rd at 10am. Link: FEF Scholarship Application 2025

Jostens was here today to visit with your senior about their 2025 graduation cap & gown and other senior year items.

In order to receive the best pricing of the year, please be sure to order by the date printed on the attached information sheet. When you order by this date, you will be a part of the Group Order Discount and save a lot of stress rather than waiting until spring. Click here to be taken directly to our school’s homepage at Jostens. Most items will be delivered to Lebanon Trail during a bulk delivery in the spring.

Senior Yard signs have arrived! Seniors, please stop by the front entry and pick up a sign and metal stake (if needed).

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 deadline to register for the SAT Practice test hosted by the PTSA is December 10th. You have the option to take the test in person to simulate the actual testing environment. Or you can take the test online from the comfort of you home!

Register here: https://sat-online-practice-test-72473.cheddarup.com/"

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.