LJHS News
Week of April 1-5, 2019
STAAR Tests this Week
STAAR tests will be administered this week!
- Tuesday: 7th grade will take Writing and 8th grade will take Math. Mr. Martinez's 6th grade Advanced Math students will also be taking the 8th grade Math STAAR.
- Wednesday: 7th grade PreAP Math will take the 8th grade Math STAAR and 8th grade will take the Reading STAAR.
It is important for our students to know they are prepared, and we believe in them. Here are some TIPS to help our Lions be ready for test time!
Testing Tips for Doing your Best on STAAR tests:
- Go to bed early and get plenty of rest the night before.
- Have a good, healthy breakfast at home or when you get to school.
- Get to school on time.
- Wear comfortable clothes and bring a jacket if you get cold in class.
- Have a positive attitude!! You're well prepared. We believe in you!
ATTENDANCE MATTERS
Our Attendance for the year:
6th grade-95.62%
7th grade-94.19%
8th grade-94.90%
Total-94.91%
Great Job 6th Grade!
Parents and Guardians, Your students ATTENDANCE MATTERS! We need our Lions at school Every Day! Our Goal this year for attendance is 97% and we are almost there! Parents we need your help! Please make sure to send your Lions to school each day!
Padres y tutores, sus estudiantes ¡ASUNTOS DE ASISTENCIA! ¡Necesitamos nuestros Leones en la escuela todos los días! ¡Nuestro objetivo este año para la asistencia es del 97% y ya casi llegamos! Padres, necesitamos tu ayuda! ¡Asegúrese de enviar sus Leones a la escuela todos los días!
Weekly Happenings
7th Grade Writing STAAR
8th Grade Math STAAR (this includes our 6th grade advanced math students)
Algebra Field Trip
Wednesday:
8th Grade Reading STAAR
7th Grade PreAP will take the 8th Grade Math STAAR
Thursday:
STAAR Makeup testing
Friday:
Happy Friday!
Saturday:
LJHS One Act Play will perform their play "10 Ways to Survive a Zombie Apocalypse" at the PAC at 7pm!
IMPORTANT DATES-STAAR Testing
April 9 - 7th Writing; 8th Math
May 6 - Algebra EOC
May 13 - 6th & 7th Math, 8th Math Retest
May 14 - 6th & 7th Reading, 8th Reading Retest
May 15 - 8th Science
May 16 - 8th Social Studies
GEAR UP: Class of 2023, 2024, and 2025
Your child is now part of Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs (GEAR UP)!
LEARN more about GEAR UP by clicking the link to watch a short video
https://www.texasgearup.com/parent-spot/aboutgu-parent
We are happy to announce our new GEAR UP coordinators for the 6th and 7th grade cohorts:
Miriam Lopez miriam.lopez@lockhart.txed.edu
6th Grade GEAR UP COORDINATOR
Gerra Murray gerra.jeffries@lockhart.txed.edu
7th Grade GEAR UP COORDINATOR
Come and meet them in our April GEAR UP Family night! Details to follow.
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Su hijo(a) es ahora parte de GEAR UP!
APRENDA más sobre qué es GEAR UP haciendo clic en el link para ver un corto video.
https://www.texasgearup.com/parent-spot/aboutgu-parent
Estamos contentos de anunciar nuestras nuevas coordinadoras de GEAR UP para los grupos de sexto y séptimo grado:
Miriam Lopez miriam.lopez@lockhart.txed.edu
6to Grado COORDINADORA de GEAR UP
Gerra Murray gerra.jeffries@lockhart.txed.edu
7to Grado COORDINADORA de GEAR UP
Venga a conocerlas en nuestra Noche Familiar de GEAR UP en Abril. Detalles a seguir.
GearUp Homework Help
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LJHS
Email: lori.davis@lockhart.txed.net
Website: http://ljh.lockhartisd.org/home
Location: 500 City Line Road, Lockhart, TX, United States
Phone: (512)398-0770
Twitter: @Lockhart_JH