In honor of School Board Recognition Month, we’re proud to spotlight our Trustees and share a little more about the leaders who serve our
district. Today, we are honored to recognize School Board Trustee Mark Wheelis.
Get to Know Mark Wheelis:
• Board Service Began: May 2023
• Lovejoy Resident Since: 2012
• Education: Texas Tech University | Bachelor of Business Administration and Master of Science in Accountancy
• Occupation: Chief Financial Officer, Consultant, Insurance
Thank you, Mr. Wheelis, for your leadership, dedication, and continued service to Lovejoy ISD.
🧪 STEM Fest
🎭 Matilda - Lovejoy Theatre
📣 NCA Cheer
🎺 WSMS Band Medieval Times
🏀 Basketball Games
⚾️ Baseball/Softball Games
⚽️ Soccer Games
🤖 Robotics
🤼 Wrestling
🏋️♀️ Powerlifting
🏅 UIL Academics
🏊♂️ Swim
📢 LISD will continue to closely monitor weather forecasts and road conditions over the weekend and will provide updates if needed through our regular communication channels, including: 🌐 Website | 📱 Mobile App | 📩 Email/Text/Phone | 📣 Social Media.
➡️ If no additional announcements are made, classes will resume as normal Monday.
Please know that the safety and well-being of our students, families, and staff are always our highest priority. We appreciate your patience, partnership, and understanding as we work to make the best decisions for our students. ❤️
Updated event details and a new date will be shared as soon as they are confirmed. Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and families.
If you have already purchased tickets, they will remain valid for the rescheduled performances, no action is needed at this time.
Please be on the lookout for updated performance dates, which will be shared as soon as they are confirmed. Thank you for your understanding as we prioritize the safety of our students, staff, and families.
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://lovejoyisd.edurooms.com/engage/lovejoy-isd/newsletters/board-meeting-summary-january-20-2026
Lovejoy Robotics Makes History 🤖🏆
Lovejoy High School’s VEX Robotics teams delivered an outstanding performance at the VEX Robot Rodeo DFW Signature Event, a national competition featuring 92 teams from 10 states.
For the first time in school history, a Lovejoy team was crowned Tournament Champion at a Signature Event. Team 1082E (Carbonated Potato) earned the championship title alongside their alliance partner, showcasing exceptional strategy and execution.
Additional team highlights:
-1082M (Meltdown) – Design Award
-1082J (Jumbo Shrimp) – Think Award
-1082N (No Way Micheal) – Season-high skills scores and improved global ranking
As a result, 1082E and 1082M have both qualified for the VEX Robotics World Championship—for the first time in school history, with two teams qualifying at a single Signature Event. The championship will be held this spring in St. Louis.
Out of more than 1,500 teams worldwide, only 51 have qualified at Signature Events so far—Lovejoy now has 2 of them.
Congratulations to our incredible robotics students and coaches. The world stage awaits! 💥
district. Today, we are honored to recognize School Board Trustee Aubrey Stock.
Get to Know Aubrey Stock:
• Board Service Began: May 2025
• Lovejoy Resident Since: 2018
• Education: Bachelor in Elementary Education and Juris Doctor
Thank you, Aubrey Stock, for your leadership, dedication, and continued service to Lovejoy ISD.
#KidsComeFirst #OneHeartOneLovejoy #BestTodayBetterTomorrow
• Sarah Gable – Bb Clarinet, Senior
• Ian Marshall – Bass Clarinet, Junior
• Nolan Hummel – Trombone, Senior
• Devin Goins – Percussion, Junior
• Max Rattleff – Percussion, Senior — four-time All-State member
Selected through a highly competitive audition process, these students demonstrated outstanding musicianship and dedication. Congratulations on representing Lovejoy ISD with excellence!
Cheer on our Lovejoy Cheerleaders as they compete at the UIL State Championship in Fort Worth. We are so proud of their hard work, dedication, and Leopard spirit. Let’s go, LOJO! ❤️🖤🐆
🎟 Get tickets:
Day 2: https://events.hometownticketing.com/event/ab2bd221-02f7-40f1-a32a-d540a78255ff
Day 3: https://events.hometownticketing.com/event/51ef1d02-28c7-47e4-b0a5-65bf007ced42
district. Today, we are honored to recognize School Board Secretary Marvin Bobo.
Get to Know Marvin Bobo:
• Board Service Began: November 2020
• Lovejoy Resident Since: 2005
• Education: Abilene Christian & Southern Methodist Universities
• Occupation: Consultant
Thank you, Marvin Bobo, for your leadership, dedication, and continued service to Lovejoy ISD.
STEM isn’t a program—it’s a way of thinking and doing. At Lovejoy ISD, STEM is woven across the curriculum through inquiry-driven learning that empowers students to think critically, collaborate, and solve real-world problems.
✨ STEM Fest is a district-wide celebration of curiosity, creativity, and innovation—bringing STEM learning to life off the screen and beyond the classroom!
👩🔬 What to Expect
• Live science experiments, DNA extraction, and “Mad Scientist” demos
• Robotics, drones, and hands-on technology challenges
• Engineering design, roller coaster simulations, and creative problem-solving
• Community STEM partners sharing real-world applications
🎤 Student Voices Take Center Stage
Our PreK–5 students will showcase the STEM projects they’ve designed and built, while secondary students serve as mentors—leading experiments, guiding activities, and building leadership skills along the way.
📍 Join Us!
🗓 Saturday, January 24
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Lovejoy High School | 2350 Estates Pkwy, Lucas, TX
Come explore, ask questions, and experience the power and possibility of STEM in action!
#STEMFest #FindYourselfInSTEM #LovejoyProud #KidsComeFirst
district. Today, we are honored to recognize School Board Vice President Jeff Wood.
Get to Know Jeff Wood
• Board Service Began: August 2020
• Lovejoy Resident Since: 2010
• Education: Baylor University-BBA Marketing & Texas Tech University School of Law- J.D.
• Occupation: Attorney
Thank you, Jeff Wood, for your leadership, dedication, and continued service to Lovejoy ISD.
Students can explore new interests, build skills, and have fun through engaging enrichment opportunities like Chess Academy, Yo-Yo Academy, and Card & Board Game Academy.
Spots are limited—scan the QR codes to learn more and register today!
#LovejoyProud #ExtendedLeopardAcademy #KidscomeFirst #LeopardNation
