“I’m not going to school just for the academics. I want...to be around people who are passionate about learning.” ― Emma Watson
Vol. VI August 22, 2021
Sharing the good news about Longview Independent School District
SCHOOL’S IN
Students start their first week back on campus Find more first day photos inside
Due to the recent rise of COVID-19 cases in the area, Longview ISD is releasing updated protocols to address the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Longview ISD will follow all state and federal requirements, rely on local health experts for guidance in decision-making, and adopt reason-
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able practices while maintaining an effective learning environment. Of course, as with everything else related to this ongoing global pandemic: all our decisions are subject to change based on daily guidance from federal, state, and local authorities.
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