Lovejoy ISD

Lovejoy ISD is committed to providing consistent, transparent communication with our community and employees. We hope this meeting summary will support you in staying connected and informed. Click the link to open the summary in Google Docs: https://secure.smore.com/n/vn7bz

We are deeply grateful to our stakeholder Bond Planning Committee for spending Saturday morning touring Lovejoy ISD campuses and facilities. Committee members engaged with Lovejoy teachers and campus administrators, learning about their needs first-hand. This impactful morning was filled with meaningful conversation, questions, and genuine passion for Lovejoy students and staff. The school bus ride was pretty fun too 🚌! Thank you, Bond Planning Committee!

Leopard Reminder: Get your Lovejoy themed holiday gifts this week at the Leopard Store!! Buy one item and receive an item of lesser value 50% off! The Leopard Store is located inside Lovejoy High School and is open this from 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on school days this week. Closed Friday for holiday break. Happy shopping!!

The Lovejoy ISD Board of Trustees invites you to attend the regularly scheduled Board Meeting today, Monday, December 16th, at the Lovejoy Child Development Center (LCDC). The Board Meeting will begin at 6:00 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 7:00 p.m. in the Library. 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

Connect with Katie, News and Information from the Superintendent, is now available! https://issuu.com/lovejoyisd/docs/connect_with_katie.12.13.2024.issue19 #KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy #BestTodayBetterTomorrow

The Majestics Dance Team seniors traveled to New York City over Thanksgiving break and performed with over 700 Spirit of America Dance Stars in the 98th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The dancers spent time exploring the city, seeing the Radio City Rockettes, attending a show on Broadway, and of course rehearsing, walking, and performing in the parade. The Majestics were grateful for the opportunity to spread Leopard Spirit and represented our Lovejoy community with grace on such a large stage!!! A BIG thank you to Majestics Director, Jacklyn Simone, for facilitating this phenomenal learning experience! #KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy #LegacyofExcellence

Save the Date! Lovejoy ISD and PTO are hosting a community wide program presented by LISD’s Director of Safety and Security, Casey Littlefield. We hope that you will join us on Wednesday, January 15th at the LHS Auditorium at 6pm as Casey shares the Standard Response Protocols used within schools as well as CRASE (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Event). CRASE provides strategies and guidance for surviving an active shooter event. If you have ever asked yourself, what should I do if confronted with an active shooter event, come learn the strategies of Avoid, Deny, Defend (ADD).

🌟 Halfway through the Lovejoy Reads: Sora Challenge! 📚 We’re at the midpoint of our Sora Reading challenge, which runs 11.1.24 -1.7.25 We invite all Lovejoy students and teachers to dive into the world of reading, and the competition is heating up! Read on Sora to automatically contribute your minutes to yourself and your school! 💡 Did you know? Sora offers 24/7 access to ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines. You can customize your reading experience with tools like adjustable fonts, narration speeds, and lighting options! The top 20 readers at each campus will win 3D-printed axolotl keychains designed by our amazing librarians! The campus with the highest reading minutes will win a special prize designed by our talented Lovejoy librarians. Current Hours by Campus: 📖 Puster Elementary: 512 hours 📖 Hart Elementary: 308 hours 📖 Sloan Creek: 591 hours 📖 Willow Springs: 575 hours 📖 Lovejoy High: 43 hours 🎉 Learn more ---> t.ly/k6Gsc Let’s soar through these pages together. Explore the Sora app through ClassLink and discover your next favorite read today. 🚀 Together, we’re soaring through these pages! #LovejoyReads #SoraChallenge

We ❤️ that our local First Responders invest in growing future leaders ‼️ The Lovejoy HS Student-Superintendent Connection Council facilitated a panel-discussion with our local First Responders: Captain Campbell with the Collin County Sheriff’s Office, Special Agent Permenter with the FBI, Chief Stephens and Assistant Chief Gant with the City of Lucas Fire Department, and Chief Bell with the Town of Fairview Fire Department.

Connect with Katie, News and Information from the Superintendent, is now available! https://issuu.com/lovejoyisd/docs/connect_with_katie.12.06.2024.issue18 #KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy #BestTodayBetterTomorrow

Congratulations to Jubel Mathew, Jason Arnold, Angelina Woods, Diane Walters, Megan Kendrick, and Erin Perkins on being selected as December'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 Susan Patino, Jordyn Frisch, Lisa McKinley, Jennifer Waters, Jacob Hunter, and David Muller on being selected as December'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!

Leopard Reminder: Tomorrow! Join us for the 1st Annual K-12 Lovejoy Visual Arts (LJVA) Holiday Art Fair on December 7th from 8 AM - 2 PM, where the creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship of Lovejoy artists will be on full display! Featuring artwork and bespoke goods from students across every campus, this exciting new tradition offers a unique opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind gifts for the holiday season. Enjoy coffee, hot chocolate, and light breakfast fare as you explore an inspiring collection of art and handcrafted items, all while supporting the incredible talent within our Lovejoy community. Don’t miss this festive celebration of student artistry! If you are a student artist interested in participating, use the QR code below to apply for a booth! #KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy

Leopard Reminder: Next Tuesday! Join our Technology Department as they equip you with essential skills to protect your children in today’s digital landscape. Learn how to use GoGuardian, a powerful tool that enables you to monitor your child's online activity both during school hours and at home. We’ll also cover practical strategies for fostering safe online habits, recognizing potential threats, and effectively communicating with your child about their digital experiences. December 10th at 9:30am in the Lovejoy Child Development Center Library

It's a busy week in Lovejoy!! Community members are invited to attend the following community events: Board Academy: The Lovejoy ISD Board Academy is designed for anyone considering public service on the Board of Trustees as well as those that would like to learn more about local school district governance. 📆Wednesday, December 4th ⏰1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 📍Lovejoy Child Development Center Library. ❓Learn more here: https://www.lovejoyisd.net/o/lisd/page/board-academy 💻 Pre-register here: https://tinyurl.com/mb22xjf3 Community Coffee Talk: This is an opportunity for parents and community members to connect with Lovejoy ISD Trustees and Superintendent Katie Kordel in an informal setting. During Community Coffee Talks, Lovejoy ISD leadership listens, shares and engages in open dialogue/discussion with our community. 📆 Thursday, December 5, 2024 ⏰ 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. 📍Puster Elementary (Think Tank)

Leopard Reminder: THIS WEEK! Lovejoy Theatre would like to invite you to an enchanting evening featuring a beautiful, knowing play about friendship, "Charlotte's Web." This performance is perfect for the whole family! 📆 Thursday, December 5th Friday, December 6th Saturday, December 7th ⏰ 7:00 pm 📍Lovejoy High School Auditorium 🎟️ https://lovejoyisdtx.sites.thrillshare.com/o/fa/page/fine-arts-ticket-sales 💵 $5.00 Student/Staff/Senior Tickets $10.00 Adult Tickets Our Lovejoy Theatre students have been working incredibly hard and are very excited to showcase this play for our families and community!

Leopard Reminder: Lovejoy Fine Arts Festival begins today!! This annual festival features K-12 Fine Art programs with student performances and exhibits from December 3rd - 12th. New this year: Lovejoy's first-ever holiday art fair sale on Saturday, December 7th from 8:00 am - 2:00pm in the LHS courtyard. Students from all grade levels will be there to share and sell their handmade work with the community! This event is a wonderful opportunity to buy handmade goods and gifts and support our local artists! Lovejoy ISD Fine Arts Festival Schedule of Events 💃 Tuesday, Dec. 3, - Dance & Color Guard Showcase 6:30 pm, Lovejoy High School Auditorium 🎨 Thursday, Dec. 5th - Visual Arts K12 Evolution Gallery Opening 5:00 - 7:30 pm, Lovejoy High School Gallery 🎨Dec. 6th - 12th - Visual Art K12 Evolution Gallery Exhibition 5:00 - 7:30 pm, Lovejoy High School Gallery 🎭 Dec. 5th, 6th, & 7th - LHS Theatre Charlotte's Web 7:00 pm, Lovejoy High School Auditorium 🎨 Saturday, Dec. 7th - LJVA K12 Holiday Art Fair 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, Lovejoy High School Courtyard 🎤 Monday, Dec. 9 - Lovejoy Choir Program Lovejoy High School Auditorium 5:30 pm Hart & Puster Elementary Combined Choirs 6:15 pm Sloan Creek Choir Concert 7:00 pm Willow Springs & Lovejoy HS Choir Concert 🎻 Tuesday, Dec. 10 - Lovejoy Orchestra Concert Lovejoy High School Auditorium 5:30 pm Sloan Creek Orchestra 6:00 pm Willow Springs & LHS Orchestras 🎺 Thursday, Dec. 12 - Lovejoy Band Concert Lovejoy High School Auditorium 6:00 pm SCIS Band 6:30 pm WSMS 7:30 pm LHS Band

Leopard Store Holiday Shopping!!! Buy one item and receive an item of lesser value for 50% off! Thursday, December 5th from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Monday, December 9th from 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. The Leopard Store is located in the Lovejoy High School commons area. Happy Holiday Shopping!

Mark your calendars and join us for more Parent Programming! November 12: College Admissions Questions Answered, LCDC Library, 6:00pm December 10: Cyber Security, LCDC Library, 9:30am January 15: Civilian Response to Shooter Event Program,LHS Auditorium, 6:00pm January 29: Learn the Facts: Course Selection and GPA Policy, LCDC Library, 6:00pm February 19: Panel Discussion on Vaping and TLC, LHS, 6:00pm March 4: Executive Skills: Smart but Scattered...and Stalled, LCDC Library, 6:00pm March 26: How to Help Manage Stress and Anxiety for your Student, LCDC Library, 9:30am

PLAYOFF GAME ALERT! Come out and cheer on your Lovejoy Leopards at Friday's Regional Final Playoff game against the Argyle Eagles! Let's show-up BIG for our Leopards in ROUND 4! #OneHeartOneLovejoy 📆 Friday, December 6th ⏰ Game time: 7:00 p.m. 📍 Location: Children's Health Stadium, Prosper 🎟️ Tickets (HOME TEAM): https://tinyurl.com/yzfdcnxz 💵 Cost: $10.00 Student: $7.00 👜 Clear Bag Policy & Stadium Regulations: https://www.prosper-isd.net/page/childrens-health-stadium-at-pisd