Trail Blazer Bulletin May 11-15

I hope that you had a great weekend. I want to take a moment to wish a Happy Belated Mother’s Day to all the mothers in the Trail Blazer community. Your love, strength, and sacrifices are the cornerstones of our families and our school, and we are so grateful for your support. I hope that you were well-celebrated!

Looking ahead to the final weeks of the school year, I’m filled with anticipation for our upcoming Graduation celebration which serves as a powerful reminder of the strong foundation we’ve built as a school community. It is a testament to the dedication and perseverance of our students and staff, and I cannot wait to celebrate their achievements together.

Freshmen–Juniors: Apply now for NSTEM 2026–2027! Earn community service hours, develop leadership skills, and make an impact through a year-long STEM project. Applications are open at bit.ly/2026NSTEM. Start earning volunteer hours that will count toward the next school year.

As we approach the end of the school year, please note that 3rd and 4th quarter grades will be averaged to determine the Semester 2 (SEM2) grade.

High school course credit is awarded by semester, with each semester worth 0.5 credit.

• Students who pass Semester 1 (SEM1) earn 0.5 credit

• Students who pass Semester 2 (SEM2) earn 0.5 credit

In cases where a student fails one semester of a full-year course, the SEM1 and SEM2 grades may be averaged to determine if the student can still earn the full 1.0 credit for the course. If the combined average is 70 or above, full credit will be awarded.

If you have questions about grades or course credit, please contact your student’s counselor.

Frisco ISD invites families to experience the new Visual and Performing Arts Center during a special week of student preview performances, May 12–19. Enjoy nightly showcases featuring theater, band, orchestra, choir, dance and visual arts, all highlighting the exceptional talent across our District and giving students the opportunity to perform on a professional-level stage. Tickets are free, but seating is limited

SENIORS

Seniors will return their Chromebooks in the library on May 14 and May 15. Students must return both the Chromebook and the correct charger. We cannot accept teacher cords or off-brand chargers; it must be a Dell brand 65W charger. Before returning the device, students should remove any personal stickers, but they should not remove FISD barcode labels or numbers. If a senior needs to purchase a replacement charger or if their Chromebook is damaged, they must contact Ms. Serna by May 11 so the fee ($20 for chargers) can be added to their account. Adding the fees and paying takes time, so don't wait!

When returning a Chromebook, students should only hand it directly to a staff member in the library who can issue a digital receipt. For seniors, any fees for missing equipment or damages must be paid by May 15 at 4:00 PM. If equipment is not returned or fees are not paid on time, graduation tickets may be withheld, and diplomas may be held until the account is cleared.

Seniors will also lose access to their FISD account, including HAC, Canvas, the student portal, and H Drive, shortly after graduation, though Google access will remain available until January 2027.

STUDENTS IN GRADES 9-11

Students in grades 9–11 should begin checking their Chromebooks now for issues such as missing keys, cracked screens, sound, camera, trackpad, power button, wireless connection, and charger. Any needed repairs should be reported in Incident IQ, and teachers can help students submit a ticket if needed.

Students who are returning to FISD next year should keep their Chromebook and charger, even if they are transferring to another FISD high school. However, families who are moving out of district must return the Chromebook and charger to the library by May 19, and they should be sure to hand it to a staff member who can issue a receipt. Families who decide to leave FISD over the summer will need to return Chromebooks and chargers to the administration building.

Frisco ISD is happy to provide multiple sports camps during the summer of 2026. Camps are held at various high schools and middle schools. More info.

Distribution kicks off during lunch in the rotunda, so be sure to come on your assigned day and bring your student ID (or driver’s license). Grab your book, relive the memories, and start collecting those signatures!

Miss your day? You’ll need a Golden Ticket for pickup later. Limited extra copies will be available for $90—once they’re gone, they’re gone!

• 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

Class of 2027, your senior year starts THIS summer 🎓📸

You have 2 opportunities to get your senior portraits taken:
• June 9–10
• July 21–22

Sign up for your time slot here: Legacy Studios Senior Portrait Sign-Up

Can’t make the summer sessions? Don’t worry — there will be ONE final opportunity during the school year!

The 2026 AP Exams will be administered in schools over two weeks in May: May 4–8 and May 11–15. AP students will receive an email with their AP exam room location and other testing details at least 24 hours before each exam. Students should check their school email regularly. Students with a morning exam must arrive on campus by 7:25 AM. Bus transportation will not be provided for AM exams. Students with an afternoon exam must bring a lunch from home as the cafeteria will not be open before the afternoon exam start time. Early testing or testing at times other than those published by College Board is not permitted under any circumstances. Late-testing dates are available if students cannot test during the first two weeks of May.

See the late-testing schedule.

Congratulations to LT BPA students who competed at the National level this past week.

LT took 19 students to the BPA National Leadership Conference in Nashville last week. Our students did exceptionally well, with six teams and individuals placing as National Finalists. The Computer Animation Team placed as National Runners Up and the Start-Up Enterprise Team placed 3rd.

On the individual side, Varnika Kharkwal is a National Champion and Best in Show for Virtual Multimedia and Promotion! Vaishavi Pandey (Virtual Interview and Digital Portfolio Design), Vedika Sinha (Network Administration), and Anuraag Gadehothur Karnam (Linux Operating System Fundamentals) are all National Runners Up in their events.

The Trail Blazer Tennis Team is home from the 5A State Tournament...and they did not disappoint!

Both our Mixed Doubles Team of Maika Wendt and Saharsh Parvathaneni and our Boy's Singles player, Aaditt Rishi came through day 1 with a win, and made the semi-finals. This made it the FOURTH year in a row that our mixed doubles entry for LT has made the semifinals or better at state.

Maika and Saharsh finished the year and the season with a District Championship, Regional Runner-Up, and a Bronze medal at State. This was their first time qualifying, and they picked up a bunch of hardware this season!

Aaditt, the two-time defending state champion, took it another step further, this time in Boy's singles, and he dominated the draw. He won the 5A Boys' Singles Championship convincingly! This gave Aaditt his THIRD state title and helped him surpass his former teammate and partner for his previous titles, Addison Rosser, for the most decorated Individual Tennis player in FRISCO ISD HISTORY! He finishes his high school career 15-1 at the district level, 16-0 at the regional level, and 10-1 at the state level competitions! It was a historic run, and a high school career that will be followed up by a big time college career at Emory University.

What a night at The Trail.

Our Spring Game brought out an incredible crowd and even better energy as students, families, clubs, teams, and our community came together to celebrate 10 years of Lebanon Trail High School.

From packed stands and big plays to student-run games, booths, and activities across the stadium, the evening was a reminder of what makes LT special: the people.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the night such a success. Ten years in, the Trail Blazer spirit is still growing stronger.

The Small World Scholarship is a full, two-year scholarship 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. Deadline extended to May 15.

Learn more about additional criteria and qualifications.

More Scholarships

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.

Senior students will participate in a mandatory graduation practice on May 18th at 4:30pm in the auditorium. After graduation practice, seniors will be receiving their graduation packet that contains cords and stoles. Online tickets (12 per family) will be released to students after graduation practice.

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.

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

We are excited and proud to announce a wonderful partnership between WETA and Lebanon Trail High School! Parent Teacher Student Association.

WETA, an organization with a heart dedicated to empowering women and girls, has generously donated menstrual hygiene kits to our school community. Each kit includes sanitary pads, body wash, and deodorant — thoughtfully assembled to support the health, dignity, and confidence of our young women.

This partnership is a true reflection of what it means to invest in the next generation. When we come together with a shared purpose, we can make a real and lasting difference in the lives of our girls.

Families who may benefit from these kits are warmly encouraged to contact the school office. Every inquiry will be handled with the utmost care and confidentiality.

Thank you WETA for your generous donation and support to LTHS PTSA.

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.