April 2018 - Recap
The month of April has been a time of remarkable celebration of the hard work of students in Lancaster ISD even amid the peak season of testing.
The district campuses and staff honored students for their character and academic excellence, celebrated student athletes, held the annual Special Olympics and various Fine Arts showcases. Although, we are nearing the close of this memorable school year, we are still teaching, students are learning and of course, testing.
We are about 30 days from the last day of school, and we anticipate the celebrations of our staff and students success and the culmination of another year of excellence in education!
Please know that your continued involvement and decision to allow us to shape your children to successfully thrive in society, achieve self-sustaining success and leave a lasting legacy fills us with appreciation and gratitude. Remember that the enrollment portal is open online for you to enroll or reserve your child's seat in Lancaster ISD for the 2018-2019 school year!
Enjoy this publication, designed especially for you, to keep you informed and connected to the accomplishments and achievements of the Lancaster ISD community.
School Board News
Lancaster ISD and Community Members Thank Board Trustee Robbie Johnson for 5 Years of Service
Prior the school board meeting, a community reception was held in the lobby of the Lancaster ISD Administration Building. During the school board meeting, her service to the board was heralded by her peer trustees as a generous, giving and supportive member. She was noted as one who worked and served to ensure that the needs of the students and the district were met.
In her remarks, Johnson shared her unique journey from the Rolling Hills PTA to Lancaster High School and to the Lancaster ISD School Board of Trustees. Although, she will no longer sit on the dais during the meetings and carry the title of trustee, she shared that she will continue to serve in the place that "feels like home."
Superintendent Granger, Lancaster ISD Trustees, district leaders and staff, parents, students, community members and city leaders including Mayor Marcus Knight and Councilman Clyde Hairston were on hand to share their gratitude for her service to Lancaster ISD.
District News
News From the Lancaster ISD Communications Department
"We Believe" Video Series: Our People, Our Programs - Featuring Houston Health Science Technology Elementary Teacher Missar Sanguino
We are excited to share the story of Houston Health Science Technology Elementary teacher, Missar Sanguino!
She began her tenure in Lancaster ISD as a custodian more than 15 years ago and is now a noted, certified educator who helps to make learning easier, especially for those whose first language is not English. As luck would have it, she started teaching at Houston, the campus that also houses our PreK-5 bilingual education program.
She is a prime example of a teacher who serves with passion, purpose and acts with intention because she believes in the work that we are called to do.
We invite you to enjoy the newest video in our Lancaster ISD People and Program series, “We Believe.”
Our video series showcases the essence of what makes Lancaster ISD unique and features the personal stories of our staff and students, and shares the family connection that exist within our community.
News From the Fine Arts Department
Lancaster's Showtime at the Apollo Performance at the Majestic Theater - Get your tickets today!
For more information, please contact the Lancaster ISD Fine Arts Department at 972-218-1863.
Lancaster ISD Fine Arts Departments Hosted Its Annual District-wide Art Show in April
The art show included works of art from students all of our Lancaster ISD Campuses.
The Lancaster STEM Early College High School students created art by using Geometry and Trigonometry to accurate size the components of their art pieces.
Amid their many entries in the art show, the Lancaster High School students integrated math into their art pieces to create their mirror art pieces that seemingly changed as you passed by the display.
West Main elementary students showcased weaving and textures by designing with yarn, plastic and wood. Additionally, the students extended their core science lessons though pieces that were created using different paint mixes, drip methods to discuss gravity along with other key lesson focuses of the semester.
News From Academics and Innovation
Lancaster ISD Hosted Its 7th Annual STEM Learning Expo and Parent Connect Event
It is no myth that Lancaster ISD was the first district in the state of Texas to offer STEM education to every student in every grade level (PreK-12th) and that it continues to be a district of noted excellence when it comes to relevant, rigorous learning. It is also no myth that the district continues to outperform local districts and charter schools in the areas of math and science. So, when planning the Annual 21st Century STEM Learning Expo & Parent Connect Event, the district’s academic team had a little fun and selected Myth Busters as this year’s theme.
The theme was inspired by the popular Discovery Channel show of the same name in which the hosts used elements of the scientific method to test the validity of rumors, myths, movie scenes, adages, internet videos, and news stories. The show was one of the oldest—and the most popular—on Discovery Channel. For Lancaster ISD, this annual event was a culmination of a year’s worth of work.
“We host the annual STEM Expo in an effort to showcase and highlight all of the STEM projects, programs, clubs and organizations offered to all students, beginning in Pre-K,” Johnson said. “This event culminates the school year and marks the achievement of STEM milestones accomplished by students and staff.”
Every year, the Expo grows with more features, workshops, showcases and partnerships. This year, the event kicked off with an surprise visit from NASA Engineer Robert Howard who took a few minutes to share with the expo attendees about the benefits of early exposure to math and science and the latest goals of NASA to advance their space missions.
The Expo was packed with innovations and scientific phenomena, but new this year was the Nichols Mobile African American History Museum (NMAAHM), powered by the Lancaster MLK Foundation,” Johnson said.
The museum highlighted STEM professionals and their work in their specific fields and paid homage to notable historical figures both known and little known. It also showcased the checkered journey of African Americans to reach the levels of success enjoyed by many today.
This public showcase was full of action that included student presentation stations, vendor booths and activity stations, the 4C Gifted and Talented Competition, a buy one, get one free book fair and various Fine Arts performances throughout the day.
During the Expo, the students of the LHS Debutantes and Society of Gentlemen, Lancaster ISD Sister to Sister and My Brother’s Keepers organizations hosted their very first Youth Expo for children ages 6 to 18 years old to help build positive relationships with peer leaders through fun and engaging workshops and motivational speakers.
“Parent Connect and the Strengthening Families Resource Fair was truly excited once again to partner with the STEM Learning Expo to offer various community resources for our parents as well as class sessions such as How Technology Breaks Down Barriers for Students with Disabilities, and Mental Health In Schools: A Silent Epidemic,” Director of Family Engagement, Behavior Support and Youth Expo Coordinator Dr. Kanesha Waites said.
The STEM Youth Expo Chairperson and LHS senior Tatyanna Byrd was excited to host a session for parents to gain an in depth understanding of the LHS Debutante organization.
“We [LHS Debutantes] wanted to give back and expose the students of Lancaster to all that we’ve learned throughout our journey of becoming polished, poised and prepared for society,” she said.
“We believe in teaching what we’ve learned and giving insight and knowledge to our peers which will help them succeed in life.”
The STEM Youth Expo included the following seminar topics for the young ladies: The Skin I’m In, Every Decision Has a Consequence, Building your Brand: First Impressions, and Languages of Communication. The following seminar topics were presented for the young men: So Fresh, So Clean, Every Decision has a Consequence, Building your Brand: First Impressions, How to be a Man with a Mission and Saving Ourselves.
“Parents and event prospective parents will see firsthand what Lancaster ISD has to offer as it relates academics and innovation,” Johnson said. “This is an open house for parents to learn more about the district and the opportunities that exist for students to obtain More Than a Diploma.”
Lancaster High School Students Recognized at the Cedar Valley College Honors Day Ceremony
Lancaster High School Hosts Its National Honor Society Induction Ceremony
STAAR and End of Course Testing Still In Progress!
Parents,
It is still testing season and we have students preparing to be STAAR performers on their end of the school year assessments. Please keep them test-ready and confident by ensuring that they get the proper nourishment, rest and study time. Be attentive to your child and do your part to affirm them daily to help them approach their assessments with confidence. Be available to help them review or help answer any questions that they may have or connect with the appropriate resources to ensure their success. Stay connected to your child's instructors and be supportive.
The Lancaster ISD State Testing Calendar for the month of May:
STAAR EOC Testing
May 7 thru May 11
- Subjects: Algebra 1, Biology, & US History
STAAR Grades 3 thru Grades 8
May 14 thru May 18
- 3rd Grade, 4th Grade, 6th Grade, 7th Grade - Math & Reading
- 5th Grade, 8th Grade - Science
- 8th Grade - Social Studies
- 5th Grade, 8th Grade - Math/Reading Retest
Summer Academic Bridge Programs Information is now available...
Camp Invention
Grades: Incoming 3rd-6th
June 11- 22, 2018
Monday - Thursday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
George Washington Carver 6th Grade STEM Learning Center
1005 Westridge Avenue, Lancaster, TX 75146
Cost: $50/student
Program Contact: Kyndra Johnson - Phone (972) 218 -1400
Register Online at www.Lancasterisd.org.
Summer Bridge Student Success Initiative Camps
Kindergarten-4th Grade
June 5-21, 2018
Monday-Thursday 8:00am-12:00pm
Houston Health Science Technology Academy
2929 Marquis Lane, Lancaster, TX 75134
Program Contact: Campus Principals
*By Campus Assignment only
Summer SSI Camp - Current 5th Grade
June 5-25, 2018 8:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: Free
Houston Health Science Technology Academy
2929 Marquis Lane, Lancaster, TX 75134
Program Contact: Campus Principals
*By Campus Assignment only
STAAR Dates - June 26-27, 2018
Summer SSI Camp - Current 8th Grade
June 5-25, 2018
8:30 am-1:00 pm
Lancaster High School
200 E. Wintergreen Rd, Lancaster, TX 75134
Program Contact: Campus Principals
*By Campus Assignment only
STAAR Dates - June 26-27, 2018
Summer Bridge Success - Current High School Students
Registration: June 5-7, 2018
Session 1: June 11-14, 2018
Session 2: June 18-21, 2018
Lancaster High School
200 E. Wintergreen Rd, Lancaster, TX 75134
Program Contact: Campus Principals
*By Campus Assignment only
STAAR EOC Retest Dates: June 25-29, 2018
8:30 am - 1:30 pm
Lancaster High School
200 E. Wintergreen Rd, Lancaster, TX 75134
SSI (Student Success initiative)
Please note: Credit Recovery has a fee of $125/ half credit.
TSI (Texas Success Initiative), Advanced Academics Boot Camp
8th-11th Grade Enrichment (By Campus)
June 6-14, 2018 8:30 am-1:00 pm
Cost: Free
Lancaster STEM Early College High School
200 E. Wintergreen Rd. Lancaster, TX 75134
Contact: Creslond Fannin -972-218-1439
Lancaster STEM Early College High School Camps
(For Current LSECHS Students only)
Texas Success Initiative (TSI) preparation
June 12-15, 2018
Cedar Valley College
3030 N. Dallas Avenue, Lancaster, TX 75134
Cost: Free
Contact: LSECHS Principal Bridgette Nevels -972-218-1861
LSECHS Summer Bridge Camp
July 25-27, 2018
Lancaster STEM Early College High School
200 E. Wintergreen Rd, Lancaster, TX 75134
Cost: Free
Contact: LSECHS Principal Bridgette Nevels -972-218-1861
Special Education Extended School Year Programs
Grades: Current K-5
June 6-28, 2018
Monday – Thursday 8:30 am - 3:30 pm
Houston Elementary Health Science Technology Academy
2929 Marquis Lane, Lancaster, TX 75134
Cost: Free
Program Contact: Crystal Cromer - Phone (972) 218-1644
Curriculum: Splash, SPIRE Reading
June 6– 27, 2018
Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Grades: 6 - 12
Lancaster High School
200 E. Wintergreen Road, Lancaster, TX 75134
Curriculum: Explore Math, Acting Out Social Skills, Occ. Prep Gr.9-12, Transition Read & Write Gr 6-8
Cost: Free
Program Contact: Crystal Cromer - Phone (972) 218-1644
Summer Bilingual/ ESL Program - Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten
June 5 - June 29
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Houston Elementary Campus
2929 Marquis Lane, Lancaster, TX 75134
Cost: Free
Program Contact: Elizabeth Briones - Phone (972) 218 -1656
Please check website for the most updated Summer Program information at www.lancasterisd.org
Online Enrollment for the 2018-19 School Year is Now Open!: Reserve a Seat for Your Child today!
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Lancaster ISD Offers Students More Than a Diploma!
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Did You Know?: Lancaster ISD Offers Bilingual Education Programs that Serve the Whole Family!
News From the Athletics Department
Head Track Coach Beverly Humphrey Reaches 30 District Wins!
Lancaster, TX/Lancaster ISD – Although the track season is still in progress, Lancaster ISD would like to congratulate the Executive Director of Athletics and Girls Head Track Coach Beverly D. Humphrey on her 27th consecutive UIL-District 14-5A Track Meet win bringing the program’s total to 30 wins overall.
Humphrey’s district winning streak started in 1988, the same year that she arrived in Lancaster ISD, and has virtually continued consecutively up to this current year. Specifically, the winning district seasons range from 1988-1990 and 1992-2018.
“This is something that I always dreamed of, being consistent with a program in a one high school town,” Humphrey said. “I am proud of all the girls and teams that have made my dream come true.”
The 2018 UIL District Track meet was a big win for Lancaster High School. The Varsity Boys and Girls Teams both won first place with 179 points and 123 points, respectively. Also, the LHS Junior Varsity teams, both boys and girls, claimed third place in the meet.
Humphrey has her sights set on her next goal.
“The goal [was] to win 30 [district meets] and hopefully that will be a feat recognized by the entire sports world,” she said.
Humphrey came to Lancaster ISD from Greenville ISD in 1988 as the Head Volleyball coach and a Co-head Track Coach. Soon, she became the Girls Head Track Coach and has continued to make UIL history during the last 30 years.
In addition to the consecutive district wins, Humphrey and the Lancaster Lady Tigers also possess 11 UIL State Championships, 15 Regional Championships, 5 Area Championships and has 14 4 x 400 Relay State Champions, 9 4 x 200 Relay State Champions, 7 4 x 100 Relay State Champions.
Lancaster ISD Boys Track Team Win Regional Meet
Congratulations to the Lancaster High School Boys Track Team! The Boys Track team won the UIL Class 5A Region 2 Track and Field Meet on last weekend, which was held on the campus of University of Texas at Arlington. The following members qualified for the State Track Meet which will be held on the campus of the University of Texas at Austin on May 11th.
- 4 x 100 Relay consisting of Dekedrick Washington, Tylin Jackson, Kevontre Bradford and Andre Dibbles placed 2nd with a time of 41.12
- 4 x 200 Relay consisting of Dekedrick Washington, Tylin Jackson, Kevontre Bradford and Andre Dibbles placed 2nd with a time of 1:24.73 (a new school record)
- 4 x 400 Relay consisting of Dillon Bedell, Kevontre Bradford, Dekedrick Washington and Torick Patton placed 1st with a season best 3:16.55
- Dillon Bedell placed 2nd in the 400 meters with a personal best of 48.76
- Torick Patton placed 2nd in the 300 meter hurdles with a personal best of 37.54
- Tylin Jackson placed 2nd in the 200 meters with a time of 21.30
- Ketron Jackson placed 3rd in the Long Jump with a jump of 22 feet, 6 inches
Others that placed scoring points in the meet included:
- Tyree Waters, 4th in the 300 meter hurdles
- Ketron Jackson, 3rd in the Triple Jump
- Andre Dibbles, 5th in the 100 meters
- Demarion Smith, 9th in the High Jump
- Raymond Longoria, 3200 meter run
Lancaster High School Baseball Team Earns Two District Wins
News from College and Career Readiness Department
National Academic College Signing Day is May 4
The College and Career Readiness Department is excited to host College Signing Day for our Lancaster High School Class of 2018 seniors!
The Academic College Signing Day is a national initiative powered by Civic Nation and Former First Lady Michelle Obama through BetterMakeRoom.org. Lancaster ISD will participate on a state level with Generation Texas and nationally with the #ReachHigher Campaign!
We are excited to celebrate the decisions of our students who have chosen to obtain More Than A Diploma!
Event Details:
Date: Friday, May 4, 2018
Special Guest Check in: 12:45 p.m.
Program: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
College Signing Day Mixer: 2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Location: Lancaster High School Auditorium
News From the Office of Student Affairs
Info for Lancaster High School 2018 Senior Parents Regarding End of the Year Celebrations
As we come to the end of the 2018 school year and graduation approaches, Lancaster High School Senior Administrators would like to make parents aware of important information regarding graduation and other upcoming events.
- All students currently ranked as seniors who have met the Lancaster Independent School District and the State of Texas requirements for graduation are eligible to participate in the graduation ceremony.
- The Graduation Ceremony will be at the University of Texas at Arlington‘s College Park Center on Wednesday, May 30.
Lancaster High School Prom - Saturday, May 19
Whether your child is attending our prom or one at another school, please remind our students of the potential pitfalls that may present themselves.
Please take some time to discuss the following points with your child if he or she plans to attend a prom this spring. While Prom night should be a time of enjoyment with friends, we want all of our students to return home safely.
- Safety is the number one priority.
- Please be aware that in addition to the health, safety and legal issues associated with drugs and alcohol, any student who engages in these activities is subject to disciplinary action.
- Prom attire must be appropriate and approved.
- Be sure you are fully aware of your child’s itinerary for the evening. What are the plans for transportation? With whom will he or she be and what will the level of adult supervision be before and after the prom? This is not the night to let down your guard. Trust, but verify.
- If your child is ending up at another family’s home, do you know the parents? Do not assume that every family has the same rules and guidelines as you do. Some adults allow alcohol to be served in their homes to minors and mistakenly think that this is OK “as long as we take the keys.” Do not assume anything. If your child is going to end up somewhere else that evening, please call those parents and speak directly to them ahead of time and ask tough questions. If you are not comfortable with the situation, insist that your child return home that night.
- Talk candidly about appropriate behavior with regard to his or her date. Students are expected to behave according to the morals and values that you have instilled in them and in accordance with the school and district expectations.
- It is said that after-prom parties are often seen as occasions for drugs, alcohol and promiscuity. Do not be afraid to speak directly to your child about making good moral choices.
Baccalaureate Service Information - Tuesday, May 15
- This is an inspirational service sponsored by Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship Church (OCBF). It is not a school event or function, and is not mandatory to attend.
- The service will be Tuesday, May 15, at 7 PM at OCBF, 1808 W. Camp Wisdom Rd, Dallas, TX 75232.
- Students should arrive at the church at 6 PM.
- Graduation gowns will be worn at this service.
- A brief reception will be held immediately following the service.
Parents, please note that LHS Senior Principal Addison Russ will share more information with you regarding the plans for the end of the year celebrations of our senior students.
News from the Health and Safety Departments
As we near the close of the school year, we know that it can be a time for heightened “prank-like occurrences.”
With the increase of social media usage, we ask that you continue to help us monitor and report negative and potentially threatening online behavior as soon as you are made aware of it.
Also be diligent in communicating with your students about the legal complications that arise from re-posting and sharing “threatening messages” with others online and/or digitally instead of notifying the proper authorities. Please be aware that this action extends the criminality of the act from the originator of the post to the ones who also share the post.
While in some instances, the online and related actions can be classified as the modern-day prank phone call to the campus, Lancaster ISD takes such instances seriously and students can face severe consequences as a result of such actions.
We are in this together. So, please continue to monitor your child’s actions and stay in communication with your child’s teacher and campus leadership.
News From the Special Education and Special Programs Department
Lancaster ISD Hosted Its Annual Special Olympics Track and Field events
The Lancaster ISD Prom Pop-up Shop was a Great Success for our students
Lancaster, TX/Lancaster ISD – With a little less than a month left until the Lancaster High School Senior Prom Night, more than 200 LHS students have already selected their special suit, or found their perfect dress at the Lancaster ISD Strengthening Families Prom Attire Pop-up Shop and Giveaway.
“This is a blessing to me. I found two blazers that are my two favorite colors and they fit perfectly,” LHS senior Paul Hamilton said. “I really feel like these were just for me.”
For two days in April, the Strengthening Families Prom Pop-Up shop was open at LHS and fully equipped with new and donated evening gowns, dresses, men suits, blazers, shoes and an assortment of jewelry. While called a “shop,” all of the items were free to students.
Sponsors in the community, parents and other supporters donated the items. The goal of the pop-up shop is to provide students the opportunity to have access to clothing and accessories that they may not normally be able to purchase just in time for prom.
LHS senior, LaToddric Thompson, was very appreciative of this service.
“The shop is needed because everyone is not able to purchase a new suit for prom,” he said. “I will always remember this day because someone was generous enough to donate suits for students like myself.”
LHS senior Tatiana Dawson said that she was truly grateful for the opportunity to decrease the cost of her prom experience and still have the perfect dress.
“I have been struggling to find a dress, and with all the other expenses that are involved, having this shop takes one major expense away from me,” she said. “If it was not for this pop-up shop, I would probably get a dress that I was not comfortable with. Now, I am able to find a dress that I love and upcycle.”
Lancaster ISD Director of Family Engagement and Behavior Support, who also created this service, Dr. Kanesha Waites was overjoyed as she saw the students making their selections.
“I am so excited! I don’t know how you really explain the feeling of a cup running over — but my cup is literally running over,” she said. “I am just looking at these beautiful gowns and I know that [a couple of years ago] I started with only a few dresses.
This year, Dr. Waites is able to see the growth.
“My biggest joy and what I am most excited to see this year is a whole section of clothing for the young men.”
The young men had a larger selection of clothing that included complete suits, dress shirts, and blazers. Dr. Waites explained that last year, a father called and said that the male students needed some help with clothing, so he dropped off a few suits.
“And now we actually have a whole section for our young men. So many came in for coat jackets and shirts, she said. “With the opportunity to give to both male and female students now, I know that we are growing and it makes me extremely excited.”
The Beginning
The Prom Dress Giveaway began in 2012, after Dr. Waites had a candid, but emotional conversation with some young ladies who expressed need for support with preparation for the prom. So, Dr. Waites began to contact people in her personal circle who could assist and asked for help. She garnered support from family and friends to do make up, hair, nails, purchase dresses and shoes for just a few young ladies. In the last few years, she has served up to 90 students through the help of local sponsors who provide the clothing accessories and in some cases the “whole package.”
The Growth Continues
This year, items for the students’ selections were virtually all around the room. Dr. Waites had to borrow and tightly pack the clothing racks to display the items.
Also, sponsors, volunteers and community members were on hand to help the students. The students were able to mingle with Ms. Queen Plus of Texas and her ambassador who came to support the project. A new sponsor, Denise McPetersen of the Lady Cobras of Dallas Texas, a local arm of a national women empowerment group, supported the effort by sponsoring the accessories and a spa day for two LHS young ladies.
The event has now incorporated a new layer as a service-learning project for the LHS Debutantes, a girls mentoring organization on the campus. The debutantes actively requested the donations, promoted the event, helped to set up the event and even tended to the students to select and package their special dresses.
Dr. Waites shared that up to the day of the prom, donations and support are still welcomed.
Members of the community can still donate in the following ways:
- Donate your Clothing: Dresses, suits, shoes and accessories
- Donate your Talent: We need hairstylist/barbers, make-up artists, and nail techs
Learn more about this community effort or lend your support, contact the Lancaster ISD Special Education and Special Programs Department at 972-218-1635 or via email at Info@lancasterisd.org.
News From the Lancaster ISD Bond Project Team
Get A Sneak Peek Inside of the New 9th Grade Center!
The new 9th Grade Center is scheduled to open in the Fall of 2018!
News From the Child Nutrition Department
The Approved Lancaster ISD 2018-19 Academic Calendar
Upcoming District Events and Deadlines
Teacher Appreciation Week May 7 - May 11
Teacher Appreciation Week, which is the first full week in May of each year. The National Education Association describes National Teacher Day “as a day for honoring teachers and recognizing the lasting contributions they make to our lives.”Gift Cards.
Teacher Appreciation Day is Tuesday, May 8, 2018.
- Gift Cards
- Small Themed Gift or Gift Basket with Gift Card that Aligns with Teacher's Interests!
- Anything Kid-Made or a Gift that Comes Directly from the Child.
- Supplies or Books for the Classroom.
- A Heartfelt Note from the Parent/Child.
- Volunteer Your Time.
- Chocolate or Treats
The Lancaster High School Junior Crossover Ceremony
The Lancaster High School Debutante Ball is May 20
Join us for the May School Board Meeting on May 21
The meeting is at the Lancaster ISD Administration Building at 422 S. Centre Avenue.
The Last Day of School is Almost Here!
News, Info,Highlights and Events From Our Local Partners
From the City of Lancaster: The National Day of Prayer is May 3
The National Day of Prayer Community Prayer Breakfast will be Thursday, May 3, 2018 at 9 AM at the Lancaster Recreation Center. The guest speaker is Pastor Oscar Epps from Community Missionary Baptist Church. Everyone is welcomed to attend and mark this national event with Lancaster leaders and residents.
The Lancaster Joint Cities and Schools Election Day is May 5
Election Day is Saturday, May 5, 2018. Lancaster Residents can cast their vote in the Joint Elections for Cities & Schools. The Lancaster Ballot includes the following:
Mayoral Candidates:
Spencer Hervey, Clyde C. Hairston, Carolyn Ann Morris, Vic Buchanon, Belinda Tucker, and Ty G. Jones
City Council District 4 Candidates:
Derrick D. Robinson, Regina Wren, Pamela Davis
City Council District 5 Candidates:
LaShonjia Harris, LaFayette Miles, Racheal Hill
Lancaster ISD General Trustee Election for Board of Trustee District 1:
Rebecca Glover, Marion F. Hamilton, Brittnee Ford
On Saturday, May, 5 voters must vote in their precinct from 7 AM to 7 PM
Lancaster Area Voting Locations
- Precinct 3800 Houston Elementary School
- Precinct 3801 Houston Elementary School
- Precinct 3802 Veterans Memorial Library
- Precinct 3803 Veterans Memorial Library
- Precinct 3805 Elsie Robertson Middle School
- Precinct 3806 Elsie Robertson Middle School
- Precinct 3807 Elsie Robertson Middle School
- Precinct 3808 Veterans Memorial Library
- Precinct 3809 Veterans Memorial Library
- Precinct 3940 Wilmer Community Center
For more information, go to Dallas County Votes at www.dallascountyvotes.org.
The City of Lancaster To Host Its Annual Mother/Daughter Tea and Fashion Show - May 12
The annual City of Lancaster Mother/Daughter Tea and Fashion Show is scheduled for Saturday, May 12 from 11 AM - 2 PM at the Senior Life Center located at 240 Veterans Memorial Parkway. Admission is $5 per person.
City of Lancaster Reminds Residents to Reduce the Risk of the West Nile Virus
Dallas County Health and Human Services (DCHHS) is committed to protecting the health and welfare of the communities they serve from mosquitoes and vector-borne disease. Residents experiencing a mosquito problem, may call 214-819-2000 or go to http://www.dallas.leateamapps.com/PublicMap/ to set up a free service request.
Lancaster Residents: Attend the City of Lancaster Citizens Public Safety Academy
Reminder from Lancaster the ISD Communications Department: Stay Connected!
Get the App: Keep Lancaster ISD at Your Finger Tips!
In Texas, we know that there is a potential to have inclement weather and we may have to make some adjustments to our regular school schedule. We want to be certain that you have updated your information in our database. Our goal is to keep you connected and engaged to Lancaster ISD news and information, however, the last thing that we want to do is become a nuisance.
This SchoolMessenger parent video clearly communicates how you can set your preferences for school notifications. Click the link to view the short video about setting your preferences: https://vimeo.com/schoolmessenger/parentpreferences
In Lancaster ISD, our VISION is 2020!
Lancaster ISD Beliefs:
Equity
Equity in education is a human right.
Community
Educators, parents and students share in the responsibility of developing well-rounded individuals.
Quality
Engaged, relevant learning experiences provide for a quality education leading to a quality life.
Courage
Learning is a life-long process that is enhanced by taking risks.
Growth
A person has the capacity to learn from past experiences.
Purpose
Purposeful planning to meet individual student needs leads to intentional outcomes for student success.
The Mission of Lancaster ISD
Email: info@lancasterisd.org
Website: www.lancasterisd.org
Location: 422 S Centre Ave, Lancaster, TX, United States
Phone: 972-218-1400
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