October 2025
LISD Families,
As we embark on the second nine weeks of the school year, we have already celebrated so many outstanding achievements by our students and staff. The month of October is Principal Appreciation Month and I want to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to all of our outstanding campus principals. Our Recognize SomeONE initiative is always a great way to say thank you to any of our staff members, and these notes of appreciation mean so much to them all throughout the school year.
Take one look at our district social media and you’ll see countless examples of why LISD is the One Choice for education: stories told through the voices of our families, the innovation happening in our classrooms, and the celebrations of student success across every campus. From advancing in state-level athletic competitions to earning top ratings at fine arts events, our students continue to demonstrate the excellence, teamwork, and determination that make LISD the One Choice for learning, growth, and opportunity.
We are also thrilled to celebrate Tim Fails from Flower Mound 9th Grade Campus, who was recently named Texas Secondary Teacher of the Year. Mr. Fails’ passion for teaching, creativity in the classroom, and commitment to his students exemplify the quality of educators we have across LISD, and we are proud to see him honored in this way.
With more than 1,180 bus routes running each day, we continue working diligently to improve our transportation services. While over 80% of routes operate smoothly, we know that when routes must be combined due to driver absences or shortages, it can create inconsistency for families and longer rides for students. We are actively hiring additional drivers as we work to strengthen and stabilize our transportation team.
In this newsletter, you’ll also find updates on district initiatives, including efforts to reimagine PreK programs in the LHS feeder pattern, laying a strong foundation for student learning from the very start. Additionally, LISD has one Board seat, At-Large Place 6, on the ballot. Early voting ends Oct. 31, and Election Day is Nov. 4. We encourage everyone to make their voice heard.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership in the education of your children.
Lori Rapp, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
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Important Dates
Oct. 27 | World Occupational Therapy Day
Nov. 3 | National School Psychology Day
Nov. 4 | Staff & Student Holiday
Nov. 11 | Veterans Day
Nov. 19 | Education Support Professionals Day
Nov. 21 | Substitute Educators Day
Nov. 24-28 | Staff & Student Holiday
View, download or print the 2025-26 Academic Calendar to help you keep track of important dates throughout the school year.
Nov. 4 | Staff & Student Holiday
A reminder that Election Day, Nov. 4, is a staff and student holiday. All LISD facilities will be closed.
LISD recently gained national attention as our district was named to Forbes’ list of America’s Best Employers for Best Company Culture, a rare honor for a public school district. LISD was one of only 15 DFW-area companies praised on the list, and the only public school district in DFW to make the list. This recognition underscores the power of a districtwide commitment to cultivating a culture where students, staff and the families we serve thrive.
Board Meeting Recap
The Board of Trustees met for the regularly scheduled Board Meeting on Monday, Oct. 20. Click HERE for the full recap.
LISD's technology team was recognized as one of just 10 school districts in Texas, and only 31 nationwide, to earn the Trusted Learning Environment Seal from the Consortium for School Networking, the national organization for school system technology leaders.
Board Member Spotlight: Katherine Sells
LISD Board Vice President Katherine Sells reflects on her time as an LISD Board member, sharing her gratitude to our community and overall love for public education. READ MORE
Mill Street Reassignment
District leaders recently presented information regarding a required Turnaround Plan for neighboring Mill Street Elementary. As part of the plan, students at Mill Street will be reassigned to neighboring elementary campuses in LISD. The existing Mill Street facility will remain district-owned and be utilized as a second stand-alone LISD early childhood facility.
As part of the plan, LISD will reimagine the PreK programs in the LHS feeder pattern to ensure a strong learning foundation for students. Currently, Lillie J. Jackson serves as the only early childhood center in LISD. The additional Pre-K facility will serve students zoned for the LHS feeder pattern and help standardize early learning opportunities as children enter their elementary schools in Kindergarten. For additional details, visit the district website.
LISD PTA Candidate Forum
This fall, the LISD Council of PTAs hosted a school board candidate forum where individuals running for the LISD Board of Trustees discussed the future of LISD. WATCH the forum.
Join Your Local PTA
Parent-teacher associations allow families and community members to get involved with their local schools by planning events, supporting teachers and raising funds for campus-related needs. Now is the perfect time to join your school’s PTA by clicking HERE. Looking for more ways to get involved? Visit LISD.net/Volunteer.
Fall Parent Survey
The fall parent survey will soon hit your inbox, and we encourage you to submit feedback and input that helps us shape the future of LISD. This year families impacted by last year's campus retirements, either by joining a new campus or welcoming new students to their campus, will have the opportunity to submit feedback about their experiences so far this school year. Be on the lookout for an email from survey@lisd.net.
Senate Bill 10
Effective Sept. 1, 2025, classrooms that receive a donated poster of the Ten Commandments that meets the size and display requirements outlined in Texas Senate Bill 10 are required to display the poster as mandated by the legislation. Families of students on campuses that receive donations will be notified.
LISD App
As a reminder, LISD families and staff now have access to our new Lewisville ISD app. The app gives families access to grades, attendance, lunch menus, bus routes, emergency notifications…and more! Click HERE to download on the Apple App Store and HERE to download on the Google Play Store. Or search "Lewisville ISD" in either app store.
Recognize Someone
Recognize SomeONE is live for the 2025-26 school year, and the submissions are pouring in! This program gives our staff and community members the opportunity to highlight the exceptional work of our staff here at LISD. Visit LISD.net/Recognize to highlight a fellow staff member today!
Did you know that LISD's Counseling Department provides academic planning toolkits for middle and high school students to prepare for College, Career and Military Readiness classes?
There are several ways for LISD staff to give back to the community that supports our students, their families, and our employees. For opportunities to leave a legacy through giving, visit LISD.net/givesback.
Choose Kindness Shirt Orders Reopen Thru November 7
The leaves may be starting to change, but Kindness is 𝙖𝙡𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨 in season! We're reopening our official LISD Choose Kindness shirt orders for a limited time, with proceeds benefiting the LISD Adopt-an-Angel Gift Program presented by LHS StuCo! Click HERE to order!
2017 Bond
All 2017 bond projects are now complete or nearing completion. Thoughtful budgeting allowed us to add several extra projects and still maintain $14 million in savings. Thank you to our voters for your continued support and investment in our schools, making these projects possible.
2023 Bond
Projects included in the 2023 Bond referendum continue to make progress, with many furniture, flooring, casework, and playground replacements closed and/or nearing close out. Two playground projects were added utilizing savings, including the Polser playground relocation to Hebron Valley, and additional equipment needed for Homestead. In partnership with the City of Lewisville, a playground is also being added on the Hedrick Middle School property.
LEFT: The playground from Polser Elementary was relocated to Hebron Valley Elementary.
CENTER: The casework at Arbor Creek Middle School was replaced.
RIGHT: The marquee at Lamar Middle School was replaced.
20-Year LCMR
Several 20-Year Life Cycle, Maintenance and Repair (LCMR) projects are also underway. As a reminder, facilities slated for a 20-Year LCMR's are selected based on needs identified from the LISD Facilities Assessment Study, input from individual departments, and the Facilities Review Committee. Full indicates the building’s total footprint will be repaired. Partial indicates an addition or a wing will be repaired.
LEFT: Marcus High School Full 20-Year LCMR (Library)
CENTER: Creek Valley Middle School Full 20-Year LCMR (Library)
RIGHT: Durham Middle School Full 20-Year LCMR (Foyer)
LEFT: Degan Elementary Partial 20-Year LCMR (Cafeteria)
CENTER: Flower Mound High School Partial 20-Year LCMR (Auditorium Entryway)
RIGHT: Hebron High School Partial 20-Year LCMR
Facility Additions and Renovations
LEFT: The Lewisville High School scene shop addition is underway.
CENTER: The new westside transportation center and bus barn (near TECC-W and LHS Harmon) has broken ground.
RIGHT: The Black Box theatre at LHS Harmon is under construction.
Fine Arts
As of Oct. 1, LISD has made significant progress on instrument replacements funded by the 2023 bond. Nearly all piano purchases for elementary and high school campuses are complete, with middle schools at about 80% completion. Band instrument replacements are approximately 90% complete for high schools and 75% for middle schools, while orchestra instruments for middle and high schools are about 80% complete. Percussion purchases are also nearing completion at roughly 90%. Elementary classroom instrument purchases are currently about 25% complete. Additionally, all 11 box trucks are in use by all five high school marching bands.
LEFT: Forestwood Middle School receives new instruments.
CENTER: Fine arts box truck
RIGHT: Fine arts box truck in use.
2024 Bond
Projects included in the 2024 Bond referendum have made significant progress. All scoreboards were replaced just in time for Friday night lights, and the baseball and softball field projects are underway to prepare for the spring season. The Eastside Aquatics Center construction is also continuing.
LEFT: The turf project at the Marcus High School softball field is nearly complete.
CENTER: The track at Hebron High School has been replaced, as well as at FMHS, LHS and TCHS.
RIGHT: The turf projects at the Flower Mound High School baseball and softball fields are underway.
Before and after photos of The Colony High School stadium scoreboard. All five high school stadium scoreboards have been replaced.
The 20-Year LCMR project is currently underway at the Eastside Aquatics Center.
Renderings
LEFT: The baseball and softball locker rooms at Flower Mound High School will be renovated.
CENTER: The track at Forestwood Middle School will be relocated to adjust for trees and track shape.
RIGHT: Addition of locker rooms for baseball at the Marcus High School Dixon complex.
"Something really unique about LISD is, while we're doing a great job in the classroom, we're also doing an amazing job in our extracurriculars. Our sports teams, our fine arts are absolutely amazing and both of my children have gotten to benefit and, as a teacher, I've seen it benefiting other students as well."
- Amanda McKnight, Briarhill Middle School
