The Lion List
February 6, 2026
Welcome back to another edition of the Lion List! From celebrating our outstanding Teachers of the Month to cheering on athletes at our third annual Unified Basketball Game, this edition of the Lion List is full of moments that showcase the heart of our district.
This week is National School Counselors Week, and we want to extend a special thank you to our incredible Lockhart ISD counselors. Your guidance, compassion, and unwavering support play a vital role in helping our students succeed—academically, socially, and emotionally. We are grateful for the work you do each day to advocate for students, support families, and strengthen our campuses. Thank you for making a lasting difference in the lives of our Lions!
1. Thank you, LISD Counselors! 🎉🎉
This week, we shine a spotlight on our amazing LISD school counselors! Their guidance, encouragement, and tireless support make a lasting impact on every student’s journey. From lending an ear to helping students navigate challenges, our counselors are true champions of student success, and well-being. Thank you for all you do—we appreciate you today and every day!
#LockHeartForPeople #UnLockingPotential #LockedOnExcellence
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2. Third Annual Unified Basketball Game
Our LISD athletes were hoopin’ Wednesday afternoon at our third annual Unified Basketball Game!
Our Special Olympians took the court alongside members of the LHS JV Basketball team, showcasing incredible hustle, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The crowd was electric with Lion Pride as our athletes put it all on the court! We couldn’t be more proud of our athletes for the heart, effort, and joy they brought to the game.
A HUGE thank you to our athletes, cheerleaders, coaches, and Special Services department for making this meaningful event so memorable. #LISDWeAreHere
P.S. You can directly support these AMAZING Special Olympics athletes by purchasing a sweatshirt here. Raised funds will help provide uniforms, cover entrance fees, support the annual Special Olympics Banquet, and so much more! #LockHeartForPeople #LoveMyLISD
3. 100+ Days of Success
This is what 100+ days of success looks like!
Wednesday marked the 100th day of school, and we couldn’t be more proud of our students for showing up and showing out. Every day matters because every day our Lions are learning, growing, connecting, and shining.
Here’s to 100 AMAZING days of school—and to many more filled with excellence!
#LISDWeAreHere #LockedOnExcellence
4. 🔥🏀 DJ Anthony Reaches 1000 Points 🏀🔥
🔥🏀 1,000 POINTS. A NIGHT TO REMEMBER. 🏀🔥
Congratulations to DJ Anthony on reaching the 1,000-point milestone lTuesday night- an outstanding achievement that reflects his hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence on and off the court.
To honor this accomplishment, we lit the Lion on Wednesday in his honor! Celebrating not just the points, but the perseverance behind them.
CONGRATS DJ!!! Way to stay #LockedOnExcellence!#LISDWeAreHere
5. Lionettes, Legacies, & Cheerleaders Shine
Lionettes, Legacies & Cheerleaders Shine at Contest Show-Off!
What an incredible night at Lockhart High School! The Lionettes, Legacies, and Cheerleaders brought the energy, precision, and pride to their Contest Show-Off, showcasing months of hard work and dedication. From start to finish, these students represented Lion Nation with excellence. Thank you to everyone who came out to support! Contest season, here we come! #LISDWeAreHere
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6. Teachers of the Month
For the month of February, we are proud to celebrate two AMAZING educators as The Education Foundation for Lockhart ISD’s Teachers of the Month!
Congratulations to Coach Goerler from Navarro and Mrs. Ruggiere from LJHS! These outstanding teachers exemplify what it means to be #LockedOnExcellence, lead with a #LockHeartForPeople, and continuously #UnLockPotential in our Lions.
We are incredibly thankful for Coach Goerler and Mrs. Ruggiere and all they do for their campuses, their students, and Lockhart ISD! #LISDWeAreHere
7. JH Lions Shares the Magic of Theater with our Carver Cubs
Our Junior Lions stopped by Carver yesterday and put on a show for our Cubs! Our Cubs had a blast watching the performance and soaking up every moment of the fun!
LJHS Theatre has been touring elementary schools to give students a glimpse of what’s waiting for them in middle school—setting the stage for future Lions to shine! #LISDWeAreHere
8. Lockhart Lions Defeat Hays Hawks
Another big district play victory for the Lions on the pitch!
Lockhart battled hard on the road and came away with a thrilling 1–0 win over the Hays Hawks this week. The Lions showcased grit, discipline, and teamwork from start to finish.
With this win, Lockhart now sits in second place in district standings, continuing to build momentum as district play heats up. Great effort by our student-athletes and coaches as they continue to represent Lion Pride with heart and determination.
Go Lions! #LISDWeAreHere #LockedOnExcellence
9. Pride Leader Coaches of January
Congratulations to our Junior High Pride Leader Coach of the Month for January—Coach Jones!
As one of our newest junior high coaches, Coach Jones is already making a big impact. He’s a standout leader on the field and an exceptional teacher in the classroom. Always looking for ways to grow, Coach Jones coaches an additional sport and consistently challenges our athletes to #UnLockPotential.
We’re excited about his future with Lockhart Athletics and Lockhart ISD!
#LockhartLeading #OnePrideOneRoar
Congratulations to our High School Pride Leader Coach of the Month for January—Coach Oruonyeho!
As Head Volleyball and Assistant Soccer Coach, Coach O goes above and beyond, taking on extra responsibilities and consistently challenging our athletes to #UnLockPotential. Her dedication, leadership, and positive impact both on and off the field make a difference every day.
Thank you, Coach O, for all that you do for our Lions!
#LockhartLeading #OnePrideOneRoar
10. LHS Theater Brings House Down in Final Performance of Little Shop of Horrors
An Incredible Final Night of Little Shop of Horrors!
What an unforgettable performance by LHS Theatre!! The talent, dedication, and heart on that stage were truly something special. So proud of everyone involved for an outstanding run of shows and beyond excited for what’s ahead! #LISDWeAreHere #LockedOnExcellence
11. Spirit of 1.5
The Spirit of 1.5 is about living and celebrating exceeding expectations and fostering a deeply caring environment that grows everyone within Lockhart ISD. This spirit encompasses a heartfelt devotion to people, coupled with a relentless pursuit of excellence that consistently delivers impactful outcomes.
This week, we are proud to celebrate Hollie Louk (Special Services), Michael Ramirez (NAV), Victoria Jaimes (LJHS), Belinda Lopez (LHS), Leslie Jimenez (BBE), and Laura Brast (CEEC)!
Hollie Louk
Hollie exemplifies what it means to lead with compassion and excellence. She approaches every situation with calmness and understanding, working closely with families to ensure they feel supported and informed throughout the evaluation process. As the Evaluation Team Leader, Hollie consistently guides her team in meeting timelines, producing high-quality and robust evaluation reports, and maintaining a strong focus on both compliance and care. Her leadership reflects Lockhart ISD’s values, she is truly Lockhart for People and Locked on Excellence in all that she does.
Michael Ramirez
Mr. Ramirez goes above and beyond each and every day for our staff and students. Just this month he put together our school wide science fair, including our annual STEAM night that he integrated with our fine arts teacher. Students and families were excited and proud to come check out the projects and to celebrate the hard work of our students. We are excited to see how students do moving on from the campus science fair, and are so grateful for all the planning Mr. Ramirez did in order to make this memorable experience come to light for our community.
Victoria Jaimes
Belinda Lopez
Ms. Lopez goes above and beyond every single day and is a true example of Lockhart For People. Recently, she stepped up to ensure all classes were covered with substitutes and additional staff when another team member was out. Her proactive efforts ensured that LISD students could continue learning in their classrooms without being displaced. She is always willing to help when needed and works countless hours to ensure that Lockhart High School operates as a well-oiled machine. Ms. Lopez is truly deserving of the 1.5 Honor.
Leslie Jimenez
Laura Brast
Laura is exceptionally thorough and pays close attention to detail to keep our Carver Cubs safe and supported. She is in constant communication with our staff, students, and families, and builds trust by keeping everyone informed. Thanks to her dedication and organization, our school community feels confident knowing that student health is always a top priority. Her precision and attention to detail result in efficient screenings and current health alert records. Thank you Mrs. Brast for remaining locked on excellence and nurturing a healthy environment for our Carver Cubs to thrive in!
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13. #LISDWeAreHere Weekly
💯 Did you know? Wednesday was the 100th day of school!
Consistent daily attendance means...
📚 100 days of learning
🌱 800 hours of growing
✨48,000 minutes of shining
Let’s keep it 💯 and keep showing up each day—because every day counts!
#LISDWeAreHere #AttendanceMatters
14. Lion Guard
Join the Lion Guard, Lockhart ISD's community watch program, and help us keep our schools safe, secure, and supportive! As a member, you'll help ensure a secure environment for our students and staff. Your involvement strengthens our community, fosters communication, and enhances safety. Sign up and join our team dedicated to safeguarding our schools. #LockHeartForPeople
15. Reminders & Upcoming Events
- February 7 - LHS Baseball Bowling Fundraiser - 8:00a - 11:00p (Film Alley Bastrop)
- February 7 - LHS Band: Hill Country Jazz Festival - Texas State University
- LHS Band: UIL Solo & Ensemble - Smithson Valley HS
- LHS Dance: Crowd Pleasers Contest - Seguin HS
- LHS/JH Color Guard: TCGC Pieper - Pieper HS
- February 7 - JH Art: UIL A+ Art Contest - 8AM - 4:30 PM (Owen Goodnight MS)
February 7 - LJHS Boys Basketball vs La Vernia Tournament - TBA
7th grade B Team - TBA/8th Grade B Team - TBA
7th grade A Team - TBA/8th Grade A Team - TBA
- February 7 - LJHS Girls Basketball vs Gonzales JH Tournament (Gonzales MS)
7th Grade B Team - 5:30p/8th Grade A Team - 6:30p
7th Grade A Team - 5:30p/8th Grade A Team - 6:30p
- February 8 - LHS Lady Lions Varsity Golf vs. Leander HS Tournament - 8AM (Leander HS)
- February 9 - HS Band: YAC Finals - 5PM-8PM (GOPAC)
- February 9 - LHS Men's Baseball vs. Del Valle HS (LHS Baseball Field) (Rescheduled for 2/9 due to chances of rain on Tuesday)
- JV - 5PM / Varsity - 6PM
- February 10 - LHS Varsity Lions Powerlifting: Buda Johnson Meet - TBA (Buda Johnson HS)
- February 10 - LHS Men's Soccer vs. Leander (Leander HS)
- JVB - 4:15PM / JVA - 5:30PM / Varsity - 7:15PM
- February 10 - LHS Men's Basketball vs. Leander Rouse (LHS)
- 9th - 5:30p (LHS Gym 2)/JV - 5:30p (LHS Main Gym)/Varsity - 7:00p (LHS Main Gym)
- February 10 - LHS Women's Basketball vs. Leader Rouse (Leander Rouse HS)
- 9th - 5:30PM / JV - 5:30 / Varsity - 7:00
- February 10 - CFE Music: 2nd Grade Music Performance - 5:30PM-6PM (CFE)
- February 10 - JH Choir: Pre-UIL Concert - 6PM-7PM (GOPAC)
- February 11-14 - LHS/LJHS/ABS/BBE/BLE/CFE/NAV/PCE Music: TMEA Clinic / Convention (Henry B. González Convention Center)
- February 12 - LHS Lady Lions Varsity Powerlifting vs Buda Johnson Meet - TBA (Buda Johnson HS)
- February 12 - LHS JV & Varsity Track and Field - Lockhart Tri Meet - TBA (Lion Stadium)
- February 12 - JH Theater: Lions in the Limelight - 2PM (BLE)
- February 12 - LHS Men's Soccer vs. Rouse HS (Lion Stadium)
- JVA - 5:30PM / Varsity - 7:15PM)
- February 13 - Student Holiday (No School)
- February 13 - LHS Men's Baseball vs. New Braunfels
- JV - 5PM (New Braunfels HS)
- Varsity - 5PM (LHS Baseball Field)
- February 13 - LHS Men's Basketball vs. Lehman (Kyle Lehman HS)
- 9th - 5:30PM / JV - 5:30 / Varsity - 7:00
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16. One Thing that Made Us Smile This Week:
Unsung Heroes on display at CFE! As they wrapped up their reading unit, our 5th graders at CFE researched a significant person of their choosing, wrote an argumentative speech explaining why that person deserves a day dedicated in their honor, and created a sculpture to represent them.
So much thinking, voice, creativity, and pride on display! Go check them out! #LISDWeAreHere #LockedOnExcellence
We're always looking for great stories to tell that highlight our #LockhartLeading community. If you have feedback or want to share a good news story, email Communications Specialist, Dechanel Santos at dechanel.santos@lockhart.txed.net.