Volume V, Issue 32 (November 1, 2020)

“The art of teaching is the art of assisting discovery.” ― Mark Van Doren

Vol. V November 2020

Sharing the good news about Longview Independent School District

HUDSON PEP FUN RUN PTO fundraiser receives over $58,000

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he annual Fun Run at Hudson PEP took place Friday, Oct. 16, and the children and adults had a blast!

Fundraising for the event took place from Monday, Oct. 5, through Sunday, Oct. 18. The Hudson PEP PTO fundraiser raised $58,067!

That’s amazing! All proceeds go to Hudson PEP.

The Longview community shall move forwar d fr om the global pandemic.

See Opinion on Page 2

District begins rapid response COVID-19 testing program for staff, students.

See Board on Page 4

Longview ISD board members Bauer, Tubb, Welge received their gar den paver s.

See Board on Page 5

Lobo fishing team ‘reels in’ success at Lake Tyler during the Oct. 10 tour nament!

See Sports on Page 11

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THE LONGVIEW VOICE — November 2020

OPINION

Longview shall move forward

By Mayor Andy Mack

ter. When the COVID vote and exercise the crisis hit, certainly it right and the freedom hat’s up Lobos? scared us all. It made us given to you that others Long time, no talk. So, change our way of thinksacrificed everything for what’s been going on? COVID-19! ing, how we do business you to have. To not exIn your wildest dreams would you and even how we interercise that right to vote, ever have thought you would see act socially and with our diminishes the sacrifices what we have seen the last 6-7 families. I am thankful that have been made on months? Who would have ever that the residents of your behalf. There will imagined our country could be Longview did what we be a winner and a losMACK affected so profoundly by a virus? had to do to flatten the er in this election. And We have been affected enough curve and reduce our once again, “not everyto shut down businesses, close numbers so that we could get one will agree on the outcome”. schools, put a stop to all sportback to work and school.

They say life is 10% what ing events, forced us to social Remember this statement happens to you and 90% how you distance, wear masks, wash our as its theme will be repeated respond to it. hands more than we ever have throughout this column, “not How did you respond to these our whole lives, shut in our nurs- everyone has agreed upon how to curve balls 2020 has thrown at ing home and elderly patients, handle this pandemic.” us? And how will you respond cease elective surgeries at hosLet’s move on to the horrible to the curve balls thrown at you pitals and even close hospitals social injustices that have taken the rest of your life? I hope you to visitors. Who would have ever place recently. From the horrible will respond in a way that makes thought? But that is exactly what deaths of innocent people to the you proud when you look back on has happened. And COVID-19 is subsequent attacks on law enyour actions in the years to come. just one thing that has happened forcement, these things should I hope you will respond in a way since we last visited. never happen in our country. that helps you leave the situation We have been through tropical Those violent acts led to upheaval better rather than in a way that storms, a shut-down economy, across our Country that we hapoured fuel on the fire. I hope riots and protests and terrible ven’t seen in many, many years. you will respond in the same way injustices experienced all across I am thankful that in our comthat you would want someone to our Country. If all these things munity there has been peaceful respond to you were the tables had happened over a 5 year peri- protesting – unlike many comturned. od it would be a lot, but to cram munities around the Country. I With that being said, here is it all in over 6 months – Wow! do not feel those individuals who how I chose to respond to some of Oh and let’s not forget we have a took to the streets rioting and the things we have experienced Presidential Election coming up destroying other peoples’ property in 2020: that will shape the future of our carelessly without remorse hanI didn’t and still don’t like Country. dled this situation the right way. wearing a mask every day, but I So the purpose of this column Once again, “not everyone has do it because it might help someis not to dwell upon all the things agreed upon how to respond to one else. that we have had to endure these injustices.”

I social distance and I wash recently, but to focus on how we We will have an election on my hands because it might keep handle these situations. Because November 3 to determine the someone else from getting sick. to me how you respond to crises next President of the United I do not like that innocent is the clear definition of characStates. I implore you to go and people have been killed, but I did

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not go and break windows and burn buildings.

I did not like that law enforcement officers have been harmed for no reason other than for protecting us.

I tried to meet with others that were hurting and comfort them in a way to let them know that I cared.

Whoever wins this Presidential Election will be my President and I will support him because it makes my Country a better Country when I do.

Just because we do not always agree with one another does not mean that we do not love each other. I haven’t met one person on the planet that I agree with entirely on every topic, but yet I still respect, admire and value having those people in my life.

It is okay to disagree with one another – that is what makes the world go round! But it is not okay to label others or retaliate with hate when we disagree.

Are my actions always perfect and good? ABSOLUTELY NOT. But if I take time to reflect and look backwards then forward, hopefully I will make better decisions in the future. I hope you will too.

Study hard, have some fun and say your prayers,

Andy — Dr. Andy Mack is a 1978 graduate of Longview High School. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon for more than 25 years, he is owner-operator of East Texas Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery in Longview.

May we choose wisely in times such as these

By Matthew Prosser I had an interesting conversation with an old friend of mine recently. He lives in another part of the country, where he works as a college professor.

Like many of us in education, he is concerned about the safety of education in a time of pandemic.

The university he works at tried a series of preventative measures, but last month was forced to go completely online for classes. My friend is struggling because he sees his students struggling.

“Online education just does

not work for everyone. doubts and reservations Period. It’s a short-term about the district’s stopgap, at best,” he efforts to participate in said to me. “While some COVID-19 testing. The students can make it primary concern she work, by and large, expressed was over the in-class instruction is reliability of the tests, where it’s at. That’s and their potential to the world every teacher cause alarm among stuprefers to occupy: the dents and staff.

PROSSER classroom.”

Though she is aware I had another inour proposed COVID-19 teresting conversation with a testing program is non-invaLongview ISD parent just last sive, totally voluntary, and week. With her permission, comes with the express approvI’d like to share a brief portion al of federal, state, and local of our conversation. (Thanks authorities, Janet said many again, Janet!) parents worry about the potenJanet expressed ardent tial trauma their children are

suffering right now.

“I just feel like we’re not looking at the long-term effects this is going to have on children, especially our youngest,” she said. “Between the masks, Prosser|Continued to page 12

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C I N ASEYOU MIS SED I T Sabine to host Honor America Night

Sabine ISD is hosting their 25th annual Honor America Night!

The event is set for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at the James Bamberg Stadium.

Attendees will be treated to a spectacular fireworks show and hot dogs, chips and water will be served while supplies last.

Entry will be $5 at the gate, but free to all veterans.

If you are interested in donating money for the fireworks show, please contact Rance Hawthorne at 903-984-8587. The event is sponsored by the Sabine Band Boosters.

Masks and social distancing will be in effect.

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Scholarship for aspiring teachers

The Charles Butt Scholarship supports extraordinary students to enter the teaching profession. Charles Butt Scholarship recipients are passionate aspiring educators looking to make a difference for public school students.

The Scholarship includes $8,000$10,000 in annual funding for up to four years, professional development opportunities, mentorship, and participation in a statewide aspiring teachers network. This year, approximately 100 scholarships will be awarded through teacher preparation programs at 10 partner universities.

To be eligible, applicants must be committed to teaching in a majority-economically disadvantaged school or in a shortage subject area in a Texas public school. Aspiring Teachers can apply in the fall of any year between their senior year of high school and junior year of college. The list of eligible programs at each university!

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FRIDAY NIGHT SIGHTS Lobo Nation rises to the challenge of COVID-19

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espite the many challenges that come along with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Lobo Nation has worked together to keep the magic and triumph of FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS going full tilt. It’s a testament to the tremendous leadership we have at Longview High that our many students’ groups and activities have been able to continue (albeit in a limited capacity) in a safe and fun manner. GO LOBOS!

Strong turnout for ‘model’ COVID-19 testing Longview ISD welcomed state and local officials for the first run of rapid response COVID-19 tests being implemented at the district.

More than 30 district administration employees participated, with only one positive case reported.

As part of Gov. Greg Abbott’s COVID-19 Rapid Testing Pilot Program for Texas Schools, the test is completely free of charge and totally voluntary.

In attendance Thursday morning at the LISD administration building were officials from Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM), Gregg County Health Department, Longview Fire Department, and some observers from school districts in the area.

Mr. Dennis Williams, Assistant Superintendent for Pupil Services, said the goal of the preliminary testing was to “model basic operational procedures that can be replicated across district campuses.”

“As we get ready to roll this

out to the rest of our campuses, this week of training has been invaluable to help prepare for a much larger scale,” he said.

Full-scale staff testing of staff on LISD campuses began on Monday, Oct. 26, with plans to include students on the week of Nov. 2nd. No students will be tested without parental consent.

Forms will be provided and must be completed for each individual student.

Results for the self-administered nasal swab test are available in around 15 minutes. The

tests will be administered on a “first come, first serve” basis until all spots are filled.

Mr. Williams said the district is still working with state officials “to help streamline the pre-registration process.”

“Ideally it would be as simple as just signing in, doing the test, waiting for the results, and then continuing with your day,” he said. “We’re not quite there yet, but we’re making great progress in a fairly short amount of time.”

Testing began shortly after 9 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 22, with only one or two LISD staffers signing up initially. In the first two hours, there were less than ten participants. But soon the numbers began to grow, as more employees heard how simple and easy the process was.

Nevertheless, Mr. Williams said he was pleased with how the testing went.

“I think it went well, not only from a prevention standpoint but for the logistics as well,” he said.

“We started training our nurses

and staff for this on Tuesday with just 14 test subjects, and today we were able to look at over 30 participants.

The Division of Emergency Management is providing Longview ISD with the rapid antigen tests to administer to those who choose to participate.

According to health officials, these tests are 97-98 percent effective in detecting antigens that indicate COVID-19 in the test subjects.

Earlier this year Abbott Labs received emergency approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its rapid antigen test, which can detect a COVID-19 infection in 15 minutes.

The test is a “game-changer,” according to Dr. Brett Giroir, U.S. Assistant Secretary for the Department of Health and Human Services.

Abbott Lab’s “BinaxNOW” test is about the size of a credit Test|Continued to page 19

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We appreciate our hard working HR department!

The HR department works so hard that we wanted to show them a day of appreciation.

Thank you for all that you do!

District celebrates National Custodian Appreciation Day We celebrated our campus custodians for National Custodian Appreciation Day. We honored them with food, handmade student cards, and gifts. Thank you for all you do to take care of our campuses!

Board members Bauer, Tubb, Welge receive garden pavers In January, for School Board Appreciation Month, Longview ISD created garden pavers in honor for each board member to place in the elementary garden of their choice.

Board vice president Shan Bauer was presented her garden paver on Friday, Oct. 2, and assistant secretary Michael Tubb was presented his on Wednesday, Sept. 30. Ava Welge received hers on Tuesday, Oct. 20.

Thank you for everything that you do for our students, staff and family!

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Students earn Commended Scholars recognition In September, three Longview High School students were notified that they had earned national recognition as a National Merit Commended Scholars.

Seniors Emma Williams, Elizabeth Wall, and Alexandra Rojas were three of the limited few who performed exceptionally well on the PSAT/NMSQT. “Longview High School is extremely proud of the three National Merit Commended students. Alexandra Rojas Monsivais, Elizabeth Wall, and Emma Williams have worked extremely hard throughout their high school careers to achieve this recognition,” said Mrs. Linda Buie, Dean of Instruction for Longview High School.

“In addition to their academic accomplishments, they are all actively engaged in school activities as well as service projects in our community.”

More than two-thirds (about 34,000) of the approximately 50,000 high scorers are recognized for their outstanding academic promise.

Emma Williams, daughter of Amy and Brian Williams, said that she was, “very surprised to receive this honor.

It made me WILLIAMS feel very special…” Emma is a Viewette captain, and a member of the National Honor Society, NHS, Z Club, AMBUCS, Anchor Club, and International Baccalaureate. Emma has applied to various colleges with the idea of a career in the speech-language pathology field with a degree in Communications Sciences and Disorders.

Elizabeth Wall, daughter of Jaime and Mark Witt, said that “it was an honor to be commended.” She was a member of the tennis team but is now a manager for the Viewettes, a member of the National Honor Society, Z Club, AMBUCS, and International Baccalaureate.

Elizabeth has applied to Van-

derbilt University in Tennessee, Baylor in Waco, and Auburn University in Alabama.

She wants to go to medical school, with a major in busiWALL ness in order to be prepared for anything.

Alexandra Rojas Monsivais, daughter of Rosa Monsivais, said that she knows that both she and Emma and Elizabeth, “have been working really hard over the past four years to get our grades as perfect as they can be for college. It’s an honor to have our efforts shown and appreciated.” Alexandra has been on the LHS soccer team throughout her high school career as well as playing for a club team, is a member of the National Honor Society, Z Club, International Baccalaureate and teaches catechism. She has applied to Colorado College and Trinity University in San Antonio. Alexandra is

still undecided about her major.

Nitin Rangu was recognized as a national Merit Scholarship Program National Merit Scholar in ROJAS 2019, while MONSIVAIS Amanda Dominguez, Ejehi Ihionkhan, Wyatt Scott, Magdalena Shen and Samantha Taylor were National Merit Scholarship Program Commended Scholars.

“This is the kind of accomplishment that occurs at some school districts on only rare occasions, but at Longview High, it’s pretty much an annual tradition,” said Dr. James Wilcox, Superintendent of Schools. “It certainly speaks to the high caliber of instruction we have from our many amazing teachers, but also to our excellent students and families.

Longview High School routinely provides the best of the best, in every capacity.”

LHS receives preventative measures for COVID-19 In the ongoing effort to ensure the safety of LISD students and staff, Longview ISD has teamed up with Oklahoma-based Guide Solutions to administer a cleaning substance at Longview High School to help the fight against COVID-19.

Guide Solutions staffers began spraying their “CleanDurance” product at 3 p.m.

Wednesday, Oct. 7th, at the Career & Technology Education building on the Longview High School campus.

According to information

provided by the company, “CleanDurance modifies surfaces creating an environment unsuitable for viruses, bacteria, and fungi to survive. And unlike traditional cleaners and disinfectants, CleanDurance stays working in place for hours, days, or weeks at a time.”

CleanDurance has undergone EPA testing by third-party laboratories to confirm its safety.

For more information about CleanDurance or Guide Solutions, please visit their website: GuideEnergySolutions.com.

High school culinary arts accepts donation from Bubba’s 33 Chef Kevin Hill, who teaches culinary arts at LHS, was at Bubba’s 33 on Thursday with some students to pick up a wonderful donation. They were loading up a meat grinder that Bubba’s 33 has donated to the school’s culinary art students.

“This is really an awesome opportunity for the kids and we’re definitely going to get some use out of it,” Chef Hill said. “We are absolutely thankful to Bubba’s 33 for their donation. We couldn’t appreciate it more.”

What an amazing thing for Bubba’s 33 to do! Thank you for your generous donation!

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LISD COVID-19 dashboard is live Curious about active COVID cases (and recoveries!) on Longview ISD campuses?

Check our COVID-19 dashboard here: LISD.org/ COVID/ The dashboard breaks down student and staff cases by campus and includes a separate section for other non-campus staffers such as maintenance, transportation, or administration.

The information in this report is correct as of Sunday, Oct. 25.

Texas Bank and Trust recognizes East Texas seniors Texas Bank and Trust celebrates the forty-third anniversary of the Longview Student Board of Directors, recognizing outstanding high school seniors who have demonstrated academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to community service. We are proud to introduce the following members of the 2020-2021 Student Board.

Samuel Walls, son of Dr. George and Carrie Walls, is a senior at Christian Heritage Classical School. He is the captain of the varsity soccer team and a member of the National Honor Society. He is also a participant of the Rotary Youth Leadership Award program and a member of the varsity basketball and tennis teams, as well as a violinist in the orchestra. Samuel believes he is impacting the world through community service and setting a good example for students in lower grade levels.

He plans to attend Georgia Tech University and study aerospace engineering. Samuel’s future goals include developing technologies that will change the way people live in the future.

Kenneth Bowles, son of Kay and Denny Bowles, is a senior at Spring Hill High School. He is a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and the varsity football and track and field teams. He is also actively involved with the youth group at Mobber-

ly Baptist Church. Kenneth believes he is impacting the world “one person at a time” through community service projects with his school and by sharpening his business skills while selling quality products.

He plans to attend Texas Tech University and study business. Kenneth’s future goals include starting his own business.

Elizabeth Monsour, daughter of Sarah and Doug Monsour, is a senior at Longview High School. She is the president of the Viewette spirit committee, historian for the Z Club, and a member of the National Honor Society.

Elizabeth believes she is impacting the world by attempt-

ing to brighten the day for others by engaging in conversation and spreading happiness wherever she goes. She plans to attend The University of Texas at Austin and study theater. Elizabeth’s future goals include working as a casting director on Broadway and writing her own musical.

Justin Beltran, son of Becky and Albert Beltran, is a senior at Longview High School. He is an International Baccalaureate student and a member of the National Honor Society. He is also a member of AMBUCS and the football and baseball teams. Justin believes he is impacting the world through community service projects with his church,

Newgate Mission, and the Asbury House. He plans to attend Texas A&M University and study biomedical science.

Justin’s future goals include attending medical school and working as a dermatologist.

Charlie Ward, son of Nell and Johnny Ward, is a senior at Longview High School. He is an International Baccalaureate student and a member of the National Honor Society.

He is also a class representative and a member of the varsity golf team. Charlie believes he is impacting the world by volunteering in his community through organizations like Newgate Mission Bank|Continued to page 19

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Eric Hawkins Jr. is a Lobo, here to teach future Lobos Eric Glen Hawkins Jr. is currently in year number two of his teaching career.

He grew up in Longview, while gaining knowledge from some of the fantastic teachers that were at Bramlette Elementary, Forest Park and Longview High School.

Mr. Hawkins graduated with LHS class of 2012 and went on to attend the University of Arkansas. There he majored in Communication, while playing football

and running track for the Razorbacks.

After graduating from the University of Arkansas, Mr. Hawkins decided to return to Texas and take his education to a higher level, by attending SMU in Dallas.

Today, he is one of the Language Cultural Carousel instructors at THE great Judson STEAM Academy! Language Culture Carousel falls under IB’s Language Acquisition model. In this class, which all Judson 6th graders attend, students learn

about various aspects of global languages and cultures, like traditional dress, food, and greetings.

Mr. Hawkins is a student favorite at Judson!

He is kind and knowledgeable, and students often request to be in his class! #BlueisBest #GoBlueDevils

HAWKINS

LISD board member Ted Beard selected for TASB board

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LISD board member (Place 6) Ted Beard was selected to served as president-elect for the Texas Association of School Board on Saturday, Oct. 3, during their 2020 Delegate Assembly.

Elected to the board in 1998, Mr. Beard has served in various capacities, including assistant secretary, secretary, vice-president, and president.

Ted Beard earned a bachelor’s

degree in human services from Letourneau University and works as a claims representative and an equal employment opportunity counselor for the Social Security Administration. He is a retired sergeant major from the United States Army and a combat veteran of Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom.

He was appointed to the TASB Risk Management fund in 2007 and currently serves as chair. He is a 2012 graduate of Leadership TASB as well as a past president and current member of the Texas Caucus of Black School Board Members.

LHS students earn spots in ‘Singsation’ all region choir Last week, Singsation Choir members recorded their virtual audition for the all region choir. Every student from Longview high school that auditioned earned a place in the choir!

LHS choir students came to sectionals before and after school and during their lunches. Congratulations!

Lobo FFA members get big wins at competition The Longview FFA members had a great day at the Quitman Young Farmers livestock show on Saturday, Oct. 17!

Maggie Mayes won Grand Champion Market Goat; Cooper Mayes won Reserve Champion Market goat; Kadee

Wilkins-Clark won 1st place in class 3 with her Angus Heifer; Daja Boyd was 3rd place in class 5 with her Beefmaster Heifer; Kacee Wilkins-Clark won 3rd place in class 6 Market Steers; Yahir Gaona won FFA|Continued to page 12

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SPORTS

‘REELING IN’ SUCCESS

Longview fishing team wins big at event that sees over 100 boats compete

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ongview High School Fishing Team did well in the Saturday, Oct. 10, tournament on Lake Tyler. Fishing was extremely tough, but the team was able to pull in a few fish.

With over 100 boats competing: Cooper Mayes and his partner who fish the Ultimate fishing series, finished 2nd with a 10.76 lbs limit.

Bret Gordy and Lane Healy finished 19th with 4.25 lbs.

Sam Sherman and Cory Clark finished 31st with 2.91 lbs.

Tommy Hickman and Andrew Greifenkamp finished 39th with 2.08 lbs For any students interested in joining the LHS Bass Fishing Team contact Braylon Session at bsession@LISD.org with questions.

Lobos drop district match to Texas High On Wednesday, Oct. 21, the Lobo tennis team went up against Texas High.

Texas High defeated Longview, 13-6, for the district 15-5A title.

Longview finishes district play 5-1 (10-5 overall ) and Texas High 6-0 in district.

Standouts for Longview were senior, Kelsey Quiett and Gowri Rangu who won both to their matches. Bi-District playoffs begin Monday,October 26.

Longview faces JackTennis|Continued to page 19

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Forest Park sees 12-8 win over Judson On Tuesday night, Oct. 20, Forest Park and Judson Middle School football had great weather as they went headto-head. The game started at 4:45 p.m. and the athletes were ready for some Tuesday night action.

The game consisted of a defensive battle that came down to the last play of the game.

Judson had a great defensive

game but, eventually Forest Park returned a kick for 80 yards making the game 12-8.

With 20 seconds on the clock, Judson’s offensive turned the ball over on downs to give Forest Park a thrilling win.

Let’s congratulate both teams, cheerleaders, band members and coaches for a great night to watch our students compete.

PROSSER |Continued from page 2 the media panic, the social-distancing, and now doing testing right on campus [...] it’s just a lot to put on our babies.”

Janet is right. Our parents are right. As difficult as these times may be for us grownups, it is doubly so for our dear children.

My heart aches for the tremendous challenges facing our teachers, or students, our families, and entire community right now.

There are very few easy decisions to be made. Our world is painted in countless shades of gray.

Now, this is the part of the column where I come up with some kind of profound rationale, something that ties everything together in a pretty red bow, and makes me appear wise.

But the truth is that we are all trying to do the best we can in very difficult circumstances.

FFA |Continued from page 9 4th place in class 4 with his Market Lamb; Parker Wiley was 4th place in class 4 Market Goats; Dylan Briscoe was 9th place in class 3 Market Goat Amazing job, everyone!

The following week, this was followed up by the Fall Festival. Angela Moyer made the sale with her hog. Great work!

My mind recalls that poignant scene in J.R.R. Tolkien’s masterpiece, The Lord of the Rings.

Lamenting the terrible ring of power, and the burden it is to bear, Frodo says, “I wish none of this had happened.”

To which Gandalf wisely responds, “So do all who live to see such times, but that is not for them to decide. All we have to decide is what to do with the time that is given to us.”

And that is what I have to share with you all.

We are all living in “such times,” and the choices we make must be in the best interests of all, with as much wisdom as we can muster.

I pray we choose wisely.

— An award-winning journalist and photographer, Matthew Prosser is Communications Director for Longview Independent School District.

Vote for Justin Beltran to be recognized for his efforts Let us vote for a Lobo!

There is still time to vote for Justin Beltran for the Great American Rivalry Series Hall of Fame team roster!

Justin selected by LISD as a result of his commitment to excellence on the field and in the classroom. He is one of 144 Scholar Athletes across the country selected for this process. The 25 Scholar Athletes that gain the most votes will earn an additional scholarship reward and recognition from the Great American Rivalry Series and the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

To vote, go to garshofteam.com.

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During this difficult time for our community, we are so thankful for the many local doctors, nurses and staff who are continuing their work to keep the people of Longview healthy. Longview ISD is glad to say ‘Thank You’ for being such wonderful community partners!

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Baylor Scott & White Texas Spine & Joint

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Brenda Copeland DDS

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300 N Third St 903-315-2907

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700 E Marshall Ave 903-315-2000

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1009 Fourth St 972-566-5600

Longview Occupational Medicine Clinic

3202 N Fourth St 903-757-0577

Fields Chiropractic

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First Choice Pediatrics

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300 E Loop 281 903-234-2225

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Longview Eye Associates

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FOUNDATION ‘Great Reward for Great Ideas’ offered by Foundation

By Kay Ray In 1994, a cross-section of community members who support the Longview Independent School District created the Longview ISD Foundation, Inc. to enrich and maximize the quality of classroom education in the Longview Independent School District. The Foundation’s Board of Directors, businesses, corporations, community members and LISD employees who support the Foundation believe that creative and innovative approaches to teaching can benefit our students and increase student achievement. Because of this belief, the Foundation has created a permanent endowment fund to provide annual funding for the Great Rewards for Great Ideas Grant Program.

The 2021 Great Rewards for Great Ideas Grant Program,

specifically designed for classroom teachers, counselors, librarians, and campus nurses across Longview, will fund creative teaching approaches and innovative projects with the hope that the best ones will serve as pilot projects for broader implementation. Funding not otherwise available for such projects will be funded from $100 up to $2,500.

The Longview ISD Foundation has now announced the 26th annual Great Rewards for Great Ideas and is accepting applications through Tuesday, Dec. 1. Grant recipients will be announced in March 2021.

Applicants may submit a paper application or submit an online application at LISDfound

ation.org. The Foundation’s grants committee will consider how compatible the applicant’s project/program is with the district’s goals, the school’s or department’s mission or philosophy, campus improvement plan, or district improvement plan when making grant funding decisions. The grants committee’s goal is to fund innovative programs which stimulate thought and student achievement or address needs, challenges, and concerns unique to the applicant’s campus.

If LISD applicants have any questions, they may contact Kay Ray, the Foundation’s executive director, at 903-452-7015 or by email at gray@LISD.org.

The Foundation looks forward to receiving many grant

applications from across the district and is proud to provide funding for the twenty-sixth annual Great Rewards for Great Ideas Grant Program.

Since May 1996, the Foundation has funded 716 grants through the Great Rewards for Great Ideas Program, returning $780,885.75 to Longview ISD classrooms, enabling innovative teachers, counselors, librarians, and nurses to create new educational programs or to enhance existing ones so that they can provide the best instruction possible to all students. These grants have funded programs and projects for students of all ability levels and in a variety of disciplines. In addition to strengthening academics, the grants have also funded projects in music, art, technology, character education, health and physical education, guidance and counseling, and STEAM education.

Campus Initiative grant announced

Longview ISD Foundation’s annual pecan sale has returned, order now!

By Kay Ray

The Longview ISD Foundation brings you freshly shelled Azalea Brand Pecans,golden, meaty pecans from one of the South’s finest Georgia orchards at a great price for a great cause!

You will love these pecans for cooking, and the mixed nuts make a great snack!

Longview has enjoyed Azalea brand pecans for many years, and now the Longview ISD Foundation, Inc. is bringing them annually to you for your holiday and every day enjoyment for the third year.

The Longview ISD Foundation is offering one-pound bags of fresh, golden, delicious Mammoth Pecan Halves and one-pound Azalea Gourmet Mix of toasted and salted pecan halves, cashews, Brazil nuts, hazel nuts, and large almonds for delivery before Thanksgiving week.

One pound packages of mammoth pecans are $15.00 each; one pound packages of mixed nuts are $13.00 each.

Anyone can order and pay with a credit card at lisdfoundation.org, or buyers may call Kay Ray, Foundation director, at 903-452-7015 or email her at gray@LISD.org. The order form is also printed below.

The Board of Directors of the Longview ISD Foundation, Inc. proudly announces the fourteenth annual Campus Initiative Grant Program. Working with campus educators, LISD principals can apply for funding up to $5,000 for initiatives unique to the individual campuses.

These initiatives must complement and align with Campus Improvement Plans and the LISD District Improvement Plan.

The Longview ISD Foundation is proud to offer this grant initiative that will provide additional funding to maximize educational opportunity in Longview ISD for all students.

The Foundation believes that this grant program, targeting overall campus improvement, complements the Foun-

dation’s annual Great Rewards for Great Ideas Program, now in its twenty-sixth year.

To date, the Longview ISD Foundation has funded forty-six Campus Initiative Grants for a total of $136,673.08.

Campus Initiative Grant applications are due to Kay Ray, executive director, by Tuesday, Dec. 1.

The Foundation will announce the Campus Initiative Grant recipients in March 2021.

By Kay Ray

The Longview ISD Foundation is an education foundation that requests, receives, maintains, and uses funds to maximize the quality of education available to all students in LISD. Since 1996, the Foundation has returned $943,549.00 to LISD classrooms and campuses to fund programs and learning tools that are beyond the district’s budget. Every day students enjoy programs and equipment made possible through the fundraising efforts of the Longview ISD Foundation. Thank you for your support. Enjoy your delicious pecans!

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OBITUARIES Longview ISD offers our most sincere condolences to our extended Lobo family Nancy White Reese

family and friends. She was also an accomplished oil paint artist, a skill she inherited from her mother. Momma was blessed with Nancy White Reese was a beautiful voice, singing in her church choir loved by everyone who met at Judson Baptist Church. She also sang with her. Momma’s loving heart Tracy and Teresa whenever they had the and generous spirit were opportunity. recognized and cherished by Once momma retired, she traveled with all. Her long struggle with her children for vacations and to visit othAlzheimer’s ended on October 6, 2020 when she left our er family members. Momma also traveled side to be with Jesus and her with her two sisters and went to places like New York City, New Orleans Mardi Gras, family in Heaven.

REESE the beach in Galveston and other memorable Momma was born in Cunlocations they marked off their bucket lists. ningham, Texas on November 22, 1938; the Momma and her siblings spent as much time sixth of eight children, she was the eldest daughter of Fred Travis Cox and Robbie Mae together as they could and would stay up all night playing dominoes, 42 and Wahoo. Their Cox. Growing up in the country with her love of games has been passed to all their parents and siblings, Momma went to school children and continues to move forward to in Cunningham and worked with her family the next generations. on their farm. Momma picked cotton, baled Momma is preceded in death by her parhay, and raised vegetables, chickens, and ents Fred and Robbie Cox, our daddy James cows. Momma loved her life and her family.

Travis White, her second husband Ron Reese, They later moved to the Jenkins Community and her siblings, Duane Brady Cox, Raeul near Daingerfield, Texas to take advantage Galen Cox, Fred Lavonne Cox, Loy Gail Cox, of the steel industry. After graduating from James Scott Cox and Judy Cox Teal. She is Daingerfield High School, she attended secsurvived by her remaining sister, Sarah Cox retarial school in Tyler. Momma was introGarrison, her daughters Vicki White Lancastduced to our daddy by a close friend. They er and husband Larry, Donna White Long, were married on December 24, 1956 and had Tracy White Sadler and husband David, and a loving marriage for nearly 25 years before Dr. Teresa (TJ) White; her grandchildren, Daddy’s passing in 1981. They raised four Travis Lancaster and wife Kati, Jonathan daughters, Vicki, Donna, Tracy, and Teresa.

We lived in Lone Star, Texas, where Momma Long and wife Briley, Marissa Long Smith and husband Jeff, and Patrick Grainger; and and Daddy were members of the local Easther beloved great-grand-children Caleb Lanern Star Lodge and they served as Worthy caster, David Lancaster, Emma Long, Maci Matron and Patron together. Momma was a member of Eastern Star for over 50 years and Smith, Ramsay Weddle, and Zoey Smith.

Momma was “GG” to her great grandchildren, served in the school PTA. Momma took care and nothing pleased her more than playing of her girls and sewed most all our clothes. and rolling around on the floor with them.

She supported our involvement in all the She was as young as they were when she was local community activities including dance with them. Survivors also include numerous classes and swimming lessons. nieces, nephews and cousins.

We moved to Longview in 1971 and by We want to thank HavenCare Nursing and that time, Momma was ready to enter the Rehabilitation Center for the outstanding work force. She had a 39-year career with Longview Independent School District, begin- care they gave our Momma. While Momma ning at Bramlette Elementary School and fin- was a resident, we came to think of her nursishing as the Library Clerk at Judson Middle es and caregivers as family and call them our sisters. They were able to share their love School. with Momma as we were not able to because Momma married Ron Reese in 1983. They of restrictions. Compass Hospice provided were married for almost 20 years until his care and comfort to Momma and her family. passing in 2002. Their life together moved to a country farm where they raised cows, chick- Their nurses and staff remain close in our hearts, forever. ens, and fruit trees until they started a ceThe family request that memorial donaramic shop together. “Nancies Fancies” was a mainstay at Trades Day in Canton for over 10 tions be made to the charity of your choice or years. Momma also loved to knit, crochet and to Alzheimer’s Association at alz.org; Scleroderma Foundation at scleroderma.org or all types of needlework. She made beautiful to the American Heart Association at heart. blankets, quilts, afghans, and needlepoint org. decorations which she gave as gifts to her

PUBLIC NOTICES LISD Board meeting set for November 9

Trustees usually meet in the boardroom of the LISD Education Support Center, but often set special-called meetings at various locations around the district. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for 6 p.m. on Nov. 9.

For more information about the Longview ISD Board of Trustees go to LISD. org.

Erma Dean Richardson Erma Dean Eddings Richardson was born to the late Will Eddings and Bertha Hall Eddings on May 3, 1926 in Deberry, Texas. She RICHARDSON was educated in Deberry and moved to Longview as a young woman.

Mrs. Erma worked for Dr. and Mrs. Henry McGrede for a number of years. She also worked for Longview ISD as a cook and as a custodian for a number of years.

Mrs. Erma became a member of East Cotton Street Church of Christ as a young adult. A faithful member until she became too sick to attend.

Mrs. Erma passed away at Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center on October 5, 2020 at 12:57 p.m.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her loving and caring husband Mr. R. D. Richardson, grandson Michael Brooks, great-grandson Dominic Brooks, family friends D. C. Caldwell and Ocie Skinner, son-in-law Claude Beard; 3 brothers, 6 sisters, a sibling that died at birth, and one special brother-in-law Robert Bouchum.

Loving memories will be cherished by her children, Diane Beard, Donald (Terie) Richardson, Juanita Richardson, Timothy Richardson and Carolyn (Larry) Jackson ; one sister, Mendy Richardson; 9 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; a number of nieces, nephews, cousins that truly loved her; her church family, great friends and special friends, Ann McGrede Ashcroft and Callie Ingram.

“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.”

—

MATTHEW 5:4

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Clothing drop-off boxes at LISD campuses Charity Clothing Pick-up is a business that raises money for non-profit organizations through the sale of clothing, shoes, and small household items. Longview ISD has partnered with Thrive360 in putting donation boxes at 6 campuses within LISD. These bins will be emptied weekly. Your donations into the box are helping to fund Thrive360 and their afterschool program!

Box site locations: Hudson Pep Elementary (front parking lot) South Ward Elementary (circle drive on the sidewalk) Johnston-McQueen Elementary (front parking lot) Judson Middle (parking lot near stadium) Foster Middle (front parking lot) Longview High (corner of Airline Dr/Hawkins Pkwy) TENNIS |Continued from page 11 sonville in Tyler at Cascades Country Club at 4 p.m.

BOYS DOUBLES

Erick Van Zyl/Luke Archer vs Chesshir/Young — 1-6, 2-6; Elliot Murphy/Gabe Montoya vs Pappas/Soyars — 1 -6, 6-2, 6-10; Daniel Pelaia/Jake Chamberlain vs Gass/Shuffield — 6-0, 6-1

GIRLS DOUBLES

Kelsey Quiett/Gowri Rangu vs Lee/Bledsoe — 7-5, 6-1; Rachna Edalur/Delia Acuna vs Potts/Rounds — 0-6, 4-6; Gabbi Nguyen/Namita Reddy vs Bixler/Austin — 1-6, 0-6

MIXED DOUBLES

Harrison Lin/Dylan Gonzalez vs Ganduer/Murdock — 3-6, 2-6; Alec Germanwala/ Lauren Fisher vs Shuffield/ Sandefur — 8-4

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BOYS SINGLES

Jake Chamberlain vs Hark Chesshir — 7-5, 2-6, 7-10; Elliot Murphy vs Rhett Young — 3-6, 6-3, 6-10; Erick Van Zyl vs Nick Pappas — 6-2, 6-3; Daniel Pelaia vs Ned Sanduers — 0-6, 4-6; Luke Archer vs Will Boyars — 6-4, 6-1; Gabe Montoya vs Christian Leach — 2-6, 4-6; Will Lenhart vs Carter Shuffield — 8-6

GIRLS SINGLES

Gowri Rangu vs Maddy Bixler — 4-6, 6-1, 11-9; Kelsey Quiett vs Lydia Lee — 6-2, 6-3 ; Rachna Edalur vs Lakyn Austin — 2-6, 4-6; Delia Acuña vs Marlee Bledsoe — 0-6, 0-6 ; Dylan González vs Reagan Potts — 1-6, 2-6; Namita Nguyen vs Janie Rounds — 0-6, 0-6

card, and comes with a free mobile app that will let people who test negative display a temporary, date-stamped health pass that is renewed each time a new test is taken. The test itself uses the same type of technology as a flu test.

“The massive scale of this test and app will allow tens of millions of people to have access to rapid and reliable testing,” said Dr. Joseph Petrosino, a professor of virology at Baylor College of Medicine.

Longview ISD has also received the necessary personal protective equipment to administer the non-invasive procedure, which produces results in 15 minutes.

Superintendent Dr. James Wilcox said Longview ISD will be allotted around 2,000 tests per month.

“We may receive additional tests depending on how many other school districts opt-in by Oct. 28th,” he said.

Dr. Wilcox added that Longview ISD “remains in contact with state and local authorities as we move forward with this endeavor.”

“We will continue to re-evaluate the state of the district on a daily basis, and any information released is subject to change,” he said.

For more information please check our website here: LISD. org/COVID.

BANK |Continued from page 8 and First United Methodist Church. He plans to attend Texas Christian University and study business. Charlie’s future goals include earning a master’s degree in business administration and working in the finance industry.

Sixto Mendez, son of Rocio and Cruz Mendez, is a senior at Trinity School of Texas. He is a member of the student government and the National Honor Society. He is also a member of the varsity basketball and track teams and the Spring Hill State Bank Student Board of Directors.

Sixto believes he is impacting the world through his ability to solve problems by analyzing the immediate and long-term effects of a situation. He plans to attend New York University and study finance. Sixto’s future goals include working as an investment banker and a hedge fund manager.

Wythe Roberts, son of Murray Roberts and Christie Lee, is a senior at Longview High School. He is a member of the varsity golf team. Out-

side of school, Wythe is an active member of the youth group at First United Methodist Church and a volunteer with Newgate Mission. Wythe believes he is impacting the world by demonstrating Christian values and sportsmanship both on and off the golf course. He plans to attend Baylor University and study supply chain management. Wythe’s future goals include working for a large company.

Maleah Brooks, daughter of Leisha Kidd-Brooks and Bernard Brooks, is a senior at Longview High School. She is a section leader in the band and a member of the debate and theater clubs. Maleah believes she is impacting the world by serving in her community and staying in school so she can complete her education and achieve success. She plans to attend Texas A&M University at Corpus Christi and study marine biology.

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