Saturday morning at STEM Fest Lovejoy students and families interacted with live animals, explored code robots, learned about storm science, hydroponic gardens, drones, 3-D printing, veterinary science, and more! The hand-on and interactive exhibits brought science, technology, engineering, and math to life for our Lovejoy learners!!
We were extremely thankful that Lucas Fire-Rescue was already onsite with their drone display when the fire alarm was accidentally triggered by the Mad Scientist exhibit. Fire Chief Stephens and Superintendent Kordel gave Mr. Glaze (aka the Mad Scientist) a Junior Firefighter badge to make him feel better. We think it worked!
Our deepest gratitude to all of the Lovejoy students, staff, and community organizations that contributed to the success of this hands-on learning event!
We would love to see YOUR Lovejoy STEM Fest pictures - please share them in the comments below!! #KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy #LegacyofExcellence #LovejoyProud #TeamLovejoy
Leopard Reminder: THIS WEEK! The Council of PTOs and LHS Counselling Department hope that you will join us for a parent presentation focused on gearing up for high school. Mark your calendar for January 29th at 6pm in the Lovejoy Childhood Development Center Library for a discussion around understanding course selection, GPA policy, and postsecondary planning.
Come Learn the Facts!
Intended audience: Willow Springs and Lovejoy HS parents
Presenters: Stephani Kranz and Carrie Robbins
Connect with Katie, News and Information from the Superintendent, is now available!
https://issuu.com/lovejoyisd/docs/connect_with_katie.01.24.2025.issue23
#KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy #BestTodayBetterTomorrow
STEM Fest 2025 is TODAY! Where: Lovejoy High School When: January 25 at 10:00-1:00! Visit t.ly/pdfy5 for more information!
Congratulations to Victoria Rivera, Patti Dawson, Kendra Card, Jean Stephens, Lynn Cana, Brittney Wieldt, and Elizabeth Ferrebee on being selected as January's Heart of Support recipients! Join us in celebrating their incredible contributions to our students' success! Each of them is a highly valued member of #TeamLovejoy! #LovejoyCulture #LovejoyProud #KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy
Thank you The Walker Group - CB Apex, Realtors for your generous sponsorship of this monthly celebration!
Congratulations to Cindy Balmer, Sarah Robertson, Brenda Johnson, Regan Campbell, and Dr. Akila Shanmugam on being selected as January's Heart of a Teacher recipients! Join us in celebrating the incredible contributions they make throughout our students' educational journeys! #TeamLovejoy #LovejoyCulture #LovejoyProud #KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy
Thank you The Walker Group - CB Apex, Realtors for your generous sponsorship of this monthly celebration!
STEM Fest 2025 is TOMORROW! Where: Lovejoy High School When: January 25 at 10:00-1:00! Visit t.ly/pdfy5 for more information!
Congrats to Megan Lyons, Max Rattleff, and Caleb Born from Lovejoy High School Band! They’ve earned spots in the Texas All-State 5A Band and will perform in San Antonio on February 15, 2025, at the Texas Music Educators Association Clinic/Convention 🎶🏆.
Megan, 1st chair French horn, is making her second appearance in an All-State group. Max, 1st chair percussion, is returning for his third time. Caleb, 3rd chair clarinet, will be performing in an All-State ensemble for the first time!
They were selected through a competitive process from over 70,000 students across Texas – an incredible achievement! 🐆❤️ #TexasAllState #LovejoyBand #OneHeartOneLovejoy
In honor of School Board Recognition Month, we asked each of our Trustees a unique question. Today we are honored to recognize Trustee, Jason Jaynes.
Question: "What inspired you to volunteer on the Legislative Subcommittee?"
Answer: "It is a great honor and privilege to serve as the Lovejoy ISD Board of Trustees' Legislative Committee Chair. I was first elected to the board in 2021 and volunteered soon after to work on the legislative committee because I believe passionately in the power of a great public education. I also wanted to learn more about what we can do to continue to strengthen these institutions both here in Lovejoy and throughout the state of Texas. We are in a very special place here in Lovejoy, and I look forward to working with our administration, community, and state leaders to continue to build on our Legacy of Excellence."
Thank you, Mr. Jaynes, for your commitment and service to Lovejoy ISD!
In honor of School Board Recognition Month, we asked each of our Trustees a unique question. Today we are honored to recognize Trustee, Marvin Bobo.
Question: "How has serving on Leadership Lovejoy been impactful for you as a Trustee?"
Answer: "Leadership Lovejoy has been impactful. Each cohort brings new perspectives, and I value their feedback as a gift. I enjoy their enthusiasm for learning about the district at a deep level with insightful discussions. I encourage more people to join this program to enhance transparency. Graduates of Lovejoy Leadership contribute valuable leadership throughout the district."
Thank you, Mr. Bobo, for your commitment and service to Lovejoy ISD!
Lovejoy Senior, Maria Faoro has been on an amazing journey in diving! After winning both the 1 & 3 meter events at Brazil’s Nationals in São Paulo last October, she secured her qualification for the Diving Junior World Championships. As a back-to-back Brazil National Champion in 2023 and 2024, Maria’s dedication is unmatched. This is her second year representing Brazil, having already competed in the 2023 Pan American Games (6th place) and the 2024 America Cup (9th place).
At the Diving Junior Worlds in Rio in November 2024, Maria competed against 42 athletes in her age group (16-18) from 42 countries. She achieved impressive results: 13th in individual and 7th in synchronized diving, marking Brazil’s best performance in the past decade.
Her next steps include competing for a spot in the University Games in Berlin (July) and aiming to qualify for Worlds and the Pan American Games this year! #OneHeartOneLovejoy
Our Lovejoy Cheerleaders took 6th place out of 76 teams at the UIL State Competition with two amazing performances! 📣They’re ready to take on NCA in Dallas this weekend! We would like to thank our phenomenal cheer coaches and parents for their unwavering support and dedication to our LOJO Cheerleaders. ❤️🖤🐆 #OneHeartOneLovejoy #LovejoyCheer #LOJO #UILState #NCA
Lovejoy High School Theatre students had a blast visiting Hart, Puster, and Sloan Creek students to get them excited for the upcoming musical, Cinderella! ✨🎭 #Cinderella #LHSTheatre
Get your tickets today https://lovejoyisdtx.sites.thrillshare.com/.../fine-arts...
Performance dates:
Thursday, January 23rd at 7:00 p.m.
Friday, January 24th at 7:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 25th at 1:00 p.m. and 7:00pm
Lovejoy High School Auditorium (2350 Estates Pkwy) #OneHeartOneLovejoy
In honor of School Board Recognition Month, we asked each of our Trustees a unique question. Today we are honored to recognize School Board Secretary, Amy Smith.
Question: "Share a memorable experience from your time on the Board of Trustees."
Answer: "A truly memorable experience from my time on the board has been the honor of participating in nine graduation ceremonies. Each one is a powerful reminder of the incredible achievements of our students and the hard work of the educators, families, and community who support them. Watching our students cross the stage and celebrate this milestone is both humbling and joyful—it encapsulates the culmination of their dedication and potential for the future."
Thank you, Ms. Smith, for your commitment and service to Lovejoy ISD!
The Lovejoy ISD Board of Trustees invites you to attend the regularly scheduled Board Meeting today, Tuesday, January 21st, at the Lovejoy Child Development Center (LCDC).The Board Meeting will begin at 5:45 p.m. with the Board of Trustees retiring into Closed Session in Room C113. The Board of Trustees expects to return to Open Session at 7:30 p.m. in the Library. Please note the times have been adjusted from our regularly scheduled board meeting times due a Board Appreciation Dinner this evening.
Board Meeting notices, agendas, and minutes can be found on the Lovejoy ISD Board of Trustees webpage here: https://meetings.boardbook.org/Public/Organization/856. Board Meeting Live Stream: https://www.lovejoyisd.net/page/board-meeting-live-video
#KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy #BestTodayBetterTomorrow
Check out some of these cool prizes you could win at STEM Fest 2025!
Where: Lovejoy High School
When: This Saturday at 10:00-1:00!
Visit t.ly/pdfy5 for more information!
Leopard Reminder: This Saturday is STEM Fest 2025!
Where: Lovejoy High School
When: January 25 at 10:00-1:00!
Visit t.ly/pdfy5 for more information!
Connect with Katie, News and Information from the Superintendent, is now available!
https://issuu.com/lovejoyisd/docs/connect_with_katie.01.17.2025.issue22
#KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy #BestTodayBetterTomorrow
Leopard Reminder: No School on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. All campus and administration buildings will be closed. We look forward to seeing our students on Tuesday!
The Lovejoy Reads: Sora Challenge has ended, and it's time to announce the winning campus! Over the 67-day challenge, Lovejoy ISD readers logged 3,595 hours on Sora! This is incredible, and we are #LovejoyProud of our students' love for reading and learning. Drum roll, please! 🥁 The final hours count by campus ---> 📚 Puster Elementary: 830 hours 📚 Hart Elementary: 491 📚 Sloan Creek: 1059 hours 📚 Willow Springs: 1116 hours 📚 Lovejoy High: 99 hours. Congratulations to Willow Springs for earning the overall campus win! The top 20 readers at each campus will receive a 3D-printed axolotl keychain designed by our Lovejoy Librarians. In addition, the top 10 readers at Willow Springs will also receive a special prize for their amazing accomplishment. Thank you for participating, and remember that Sora is available 24/7 for your next great read!
