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The eLeader

The official digital newsletter of La Porte ISD

The eLeader The official digital newsletter of La Porte ISD
The eLeader The official digital newsletter of La Porte ISD
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Nov. 17, 2023

Website: lpisd.org
Location: 1002 San Jacinto Street, La Porte, TX, USA
Phone: 281-604-7000

Greetings, La Porte ISD Family. Today is a great day to be a Bulldog!


As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, I wanted to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you. Your unwavering commitment to excellence is the driving force behind the success of our district.


In every classroom, through every partnership, and in every effort, your dedication shines brightly. It is through your hard work, passion, and collaborative spirit that La Porte ISD continues to be a place of inspiration and growth.


As you gather with loved ones to celebrate Thanksgiving, I hope you find joy in the knowledge that your efforts have a profound impact on the lives of our students and the success of our community. Your commitment to fostering a culture of trust and continuous improvement sets the stage for a future filled with possibilities.


Superintendent Shout-outs

  • Bravo to the Lomax Elementary School Fifth Grade Honor Choir and director Eileen Guinon for your wonderful performance at the November Board of Trustees meeting.
  • Congratulations to our 2023 AP Scholars, who have demonstrated outstanding college-level achievement. We are all very proud of you!
  • Eight Lady Dawgs made the All-District Volleyball Team; nine were named as Academic All-District. Way to go!
  • Thank you and congratulations to the La Porte ISD Business Office. The state recognized them for the twenty-first consecutive year for superior financial management and reporting.
  • Finally, the La Porte Education Foundation this week awarded 129 grants to teachers and administrators in La Porte ISD totaling $132,163.49 to fund innovative classroom projects. Please join me in thanking the Foundation volunteers and donors who make these grants a reality.


May this Thanksgiving be a time of rest, reflection, and joy for you and your families. Thank you for your tireless dedication, and I look forward to the continued success we will achieve together.


Walter Jackson, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

Thanksgiving is a Day for Giving Thanks

Dr. Jackson recently recorded a book reading for our younger students and shared with campuses.

Dr Jackson Thanksgiving Book Reading

Upcoming Events

Nov. 20-24 – Thanksgiving Break
Nov. 30 – Baker Orchestra: Winter Concert; 6 p.m. @ James H. Baker Sixth Grade Campus
Dec. 7 – Christmas on Main St.

Dec. 12 – Board of Trustees Regular Meeting; 7 p.m. @ 1002 San Jacinto St.

La Porte ISD 2024-25 Academic Calendar Survey La Porte ISD 2024-25 Academic Calendar Survey

La Porte ISD values your input on the 2024-2025 district calendar. Please review the two proposed district calendar options and choose your preference here. This survey will close on Dec. 3, 2023. Thank you in advance for your participation!

District News District News

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Making the grade: Niche rates La Porte ISD as an "A-" district

La Porte ISD has been rated as an “A-” district for 2024 by Niche.com, a national education ranking and review site. The district additionally received “A” grades for teachers and diversity, and an “A-” in college prep. Read more about our Niche ratings.
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La Porte ISD earns an "A" for fiscal accountability

La Porte Independent School District has received its twenty-first consecutive “A” rating for “Superior Achievement” under Texas’ School FIRST financial accountability rating system. The rating is the state’s highest, demonstrating the quality of La Porte ISD’s financial management and reporting system. Read more about the FIRST ratings here.

La Porte Education Foundation awards more than $132K in classroom grants

The La Porte Education Foundation awarded 129 grants to teachers and administrators in La Porte ISD on November 16 totaling $132,163.49 to fund innovative classroom projects. This marked 30th time that the La Porte Education Foundation has awarded grants to educators in La Porte ISD. The founding members of the La Porte Education Foundation awarded the first round of grants in 1993. Since that time, the Foundation has awarded more than $2.7 million dollars in grants and special projects to more than 2,000 educators and staff. Get more details here.

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Academics Academics

The LyondellBasell Engineering Co-ops, in their efforts to support La Porte ISD STEM, visited with high school engineering students this week. In addition to educating the students on pursuing a career in engineering, the volunteers took numerous questions. We appreciate LyondellBasell for its commitment to our students' success!

Athletics Athletics

La Porte High School volleyball players named to All-District teams

Eight La Porte High School volleyball players capped the 2023 season with All-District honors, including three players who were named to 18-5A’s First Team. Nine players were additionally named Academic All-District.


Kera Arrington, Sophie Sandel and Bailey Upshaw garnered First Team recognition; Kynlee Arechiga and Camila Vela grabbed spots on 18-5A's Second Team.


Honorable mention honors went to Angelina Goynes, Natalie Munoz and MaKenzie Traylor. The Lady Dawgs’ head coach is Miranda Thornton.


2023 Academic All-District
Angelina Goynes

Natalie Munoz

MaKenzie Traylor

Bailey Upshaw

Kynlee Arechiga

Kera Arrington

Hannah Cole

Sophie Sandel

Nina Tristan

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