LISD Prepared for Back to School

The end of summer signals our favorite time of year in Lubbock ISD - the return of our students, faculty, and staff in August and the excitement of preparing for the first day of school. The 20232024 school year will be another one to remember, with safety and security facility updates complete and the opening of our new AgriSTEM Complex.

As families get ready to return to school, you can find lunch menus, dress code guidelines, bus routes, school supply lists, and much more at www.LubbockISD. org/backtoschool. You can also download our mobile app by searching for Lubbock ISD in the App Store or Google Play. It’s everything Lubbock ISD, right in your pocket or purse.

Itisalsoimportanttojoinyourschool community. The involvement of parents and guardians is a key factor in a child's academic achievement and social development. Active participation in a child's education means they are more likely to have higher grades, improved behavior, and increased self-esteem. In Lubbock ISD, we know that parents and guardians are essential partners in the educational process, and we encourage open communication and collaboration between educators and families.

By staying engaged with your child's school, attending parent-teacher conferences, and being aware of academic progress, you can provide the support and encouragement your student needs to thrive. Volunteer opportunities, such as joining the ParentTeacher Association (PTA) or attending school events, allow you to actively contribute to creating a positive learning environment for all students.

The learning that happens every day on our campuses and in our classrooms is truly at the heart of everything we do as a district, and ensuring a safe learning environment for students and staff is critical to our mission. School safety is at the top of mind for both parents and educators, and Lubbock ISD is more vigilant than ever when it comes to our safety and security standards. Protecting the 26,000 students we have the privilege to serve, as well as more than 3,000 employees, is our highest priority. Our increased safety and security measures were accelerated by the 2018 Bond, which included $50 million for facility upgrades and security enhancements. Lubbock ISD has been ahead of the curve on school safety and security, implementing comprehensive safety measures to protect our students, staff, and faculty. One example is our locked classroom door policy, unique among area school districts, that aims to prevent unauthorized access to classrooms during school hours, and enhances the security of students and teachers in the event of an emergency.

As a result of our proactive focus on school safety and security, we are already in close compliance with the most recent school safety legislation, House Bill 3, with the one exception of having an armed guard at every campus. We are working to hire police officers to fill this role. This summer also marks the completion of our 2018 Bond projects, with every Lubbock ISD campus now equipped with a secure entry and a new AgriSTEM complex, offering expanded