TrailBlazer Bulletin for Feb 12-15

Families moving to Frisco ISD, registering incoming kindergartners or re-enrolling former students can start enrolling for the 2024-25 school year on Tuesday, Feb. 13. on the 2024-25 New Enrollment webpage.

Parents of current students, including those enrolled in the FISD prekindergarten program, will receive invitation emails to register for the 2024-25 school year in April. Also starting in April, Frisco ISD will begin registering qualifying 4-year-olds for pre-K.

All FISD 11th grade students are automatically registered to take the SAT, free of charge, during the school day on March 6, 2024.

This spring the SAT School Day will be administered in a new digital format that will provide an overall easier testing experience for students. Your student will take the SAT on March 6th using their own school-issued device. 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.

Resources: What to Expect with the Digital SAT & SAT School Day Student Guide

IMPORTANT SAT INFORMATION FOR ALL STUDENTS – WEDNESDAY, March 6

Grades 9, 10, and 12

• All FISD 9th, 10th, & 12th grade students will have late arrival and report to campus at 12:15pm. Mega lunch will be from 12:15 - 12:55, 2nd period attendance check will be from 1:00 - 1:11, and 3rd period will begin at 1:16. *There are no regular 1st or 2nd period classes on high school campuses or at the CTE Center.

Grade 11

• The SAT SD will be administered on campus on Wednesday, March 6 to 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 SAT 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 March 4th with their test room number.

• Students with late arrival 1B must arrive by 9:00 AM.

• Students who will miss a dual credit course due to the SAT must communicate with their professor prior to test day.

• Students should bring the following on test day:

• School-issued Chromebook, if applicable

• pencils

• snacks and drinks (may only be consumed during official breaks)

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

Heart Month 2024 is an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and cardiovascular diseases. It serves as a reminder to prioritize heart-healthy lifestyles, learn about heart disease prevention, and support those affected by cardiovascular conditions.

1) Eat a Balanced Diet: Consume a diet rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy products. Limit saturated and trans fats, sodium, and added sugars.

2) Exercise Regularly: Engage in physical activity for at least 150 minutes per week. Activities like walking, cycling, and swimming can help improve cardiovascular.

3) Manage Stress: Practice stress-reduction techniques such as mindfulness, meditation, or yoga to reduce the impact of stress on your heart.

4) Monitor Blood Pressure: Check your blood pressure regularly and work with your healthcare provider to manage it within a healthy range.

5) Control Cholesterol: Maintain healthy cholesterol levels by following a heart-healthy diet and, if necessary, taking prescribed medications.

6) Maintain a Healthy Weight: Achieve and maintain a healthy weight through a combination of balanced eating and regular physical activity.

7) Get Adequate Sleep: Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep per night to support heart health

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.

Frisco ISD is excited to engage students on the topic of the eclipse that will occur on Monday, April 8. The District has certified solar viewing glasses purchased for all students and staff in anticipation of the unique learning opportunity. More details will be shared as the big day approaches.

In February, the CTE community celebrates the role that it has in readying learners for college and career success!

Congratulations to Gio Kwon and his team comprising of students from Wakeland, Lone Star & Reedy for their 1st place finish in the Overwatch 2 5v5 Esports Competition held at the CTE Center.

Congratulations to the following wrestlers for placing in the Regional Wrestling Meet & punching their ticket to the 5A UIL State Wrestling Competition this coming weekend:

Dajuan Hollins 4th Place State Qualifier

August Schutte 4th Place State Qualifier

Bella Ramos 5th Place State Alternate

Congratulations to Lucy Xi who qualified for the 5A State Swim & Dive Meet in 200 IM and 500 Free.

Congratulations to the Girls 200 Free Relay with Lucy Xi, Lily Xi, Estefy Castaneda, and Hannah Bunion who qualified for the 5A State Swim & Dive Meet in 200 IM and 500 Free.

The 5-A State Swimming and Diving Meet will take place in Austin Texas at Lee & Joe Jamail Texas Swimming Center at the University of Texas at Austin on February 23-24, 2024.

Congratulations to our JV LT Colorguard for their first place award at Chisholm Trail HS this past weekend.

Congratulations to the 6 Lebanon Trail Band students who were selected to participate in the TMEA All-State Band and Orchestras this past weekend in San Antonio. Bar Natan and Wyatt Dunham were selected to the 5A Symphonic Band, Shiloh Kim and Or Natan were selected to the Sinfonietta Orchestra, Bhargav Dinesh performed with Jazz Ensemble 1, and Sofia Chaho performed with the Symphony Orchestra. This is the highest honor for a musician in the state of Texas. These students will be recognized at the March 4th FISD board meeting.

Congratulations to LT speech & Debate. Ryea Manhansaria won 1st place in Domestic Extemporaneous Speaking, and qualified for TFSA State competition.

Congratulations to freshman Aairah Usmani, on her 5th place finish for Informative Speaking.

Congratulations to Austin Davis and Darsh Chauhan for making it into the semi finals in Domestic Extemporaneous Speaking.

Reminder that ALL Schedule Change Requests for the 2024-2025 School Year are DUE on February 19th. Students and parents received an email on February 2nd with instructions on viewing courses as well as how to make a change.

Seniors be sure to log into Xello to see all scholarship opportunities.

A HUGE THANK YOU to the LTHS Community for the kind words and treats during National School Counselor Week. We appreciate your thoughtfulness.

Congratulations Class of 2024! You are almost to the finish line! It’s hard to believe that graduation is just around the corner. If you have not ordered your graduation announcements and or cap and gown, please click here to place your order.

The only items required for graduation are a gown, cap, stole, and tassel. While is it possible to borrow a cap & gown, please remember both the stole and tassel have the year on them. Also, gowns are fitted by height and weight. Items can be ordered individually on the Jostens website.

The Senior Event Delivery is scheduled for February 26th. In order to have your cap and gown available for delivery that day, your order must be placed by midnight on February 18th. After February 18th, all orders will incur an individual shipping charge and will be sent directly to your home address.

If you have any questions, please call the Jostens office at 214-383-9502.

Due to the Friday traffic, all graduates of Lebanon Trail & Wakeland HS will be required to ride the bus to graduation (Not from). More details will follow as we come closer to the big day!

Graduation plans are underway with the Ford Center. Seating availability for this year's setup will allow us to provide 12 tickets per graduate.

All prom guests must be a high school student and/or 20 years of age or younger at the time of the dance. High school students must be in good standing at their campuses. Middle school students are NOT allowed. All guests MUST have either a school ID or driver’s license (if not in school) and be verified at the door.

Prom fees will be added to online school fees next week & guest permission slips will be available for pick up at the front desk.

Grab your friends and family and join us in the cafeteria on Wednesday, February 21st at 7pm to paint "Night Horse" with the artists from Painting with a Twist*! Cost is $35 per person and everything is included! Spots are limited, buy your ticket today (password is TRAILBLAZERS)!

*No alcohol is allowed on the LTHS campus.

Please continue to recognize the work that teachers & coaches do using this form. Our teachers sure do appreciate it!

FISD invites the community to a public showcase of the state-adopted instructional materials being considered for K-12 science classes. The State Board of Education issued a proclamation that mandates the adoption of new science instructional materials available to students in the 2024-25 school year. The public viewing will be Feb. 13 4-6 p.m. at the FISD Athletic Office. Learn more.