“Learning never exhausts the mind.” ― Leonardo da Vinci
Vol. V December 2020
Sharing the good news about Longview Independent School District
THANK YOU, SAM
District mourns passing of faithful advocate for students, staff
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ammy David Satterwhite, 68, of Longview, entered Heaven’s gates on Saturday, Nov. 14. Sam was born on November 30, 1951, to Frances and Nolon Satterwhite in Marshall and soon moved to Longview. Sam graduated from Longview High School in 1970 where he was very involved in student government and other school organizations. Following graduation, Sam attended Kilgore College and the University of Texas. “There are a small number of people in this world someone can meet whose immediate association Satterwhite|Continued to page 15
Dr. Chris Mack steps down fr om boar d of tr ustees after 21 year s. See Mack on Page 4
Board members thank Ava Welge for service to students and staff, welcome Br ett Miller. See Welge on Page 5
Longview Early Graduation High School g raduate over comes challenges. See Madisen on Page 6
“Assassin’s Cr eed Valhalla” takes player s to the age of the Vikings. See Video Game Review on Page 14
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OPINION
Longview has made it through 2020 By Mayor Andy Mack
education institutions to protect you. It is not have been nothing short easy, yet these men and ear Lobos, of heroic. You all are the women show up every Can you believe 2020 is definition of “flexibility” day to honor their duty coming to a close? If you could by your ingenuity in to protect the public. close your eyes and flash back installing hand washI am so thankful for to this time last year I bet you ing stations, temperathem. never would have imagined ture checks, modified I am thankful for the all that we have experienced versions of learning, renewed focus many of this year. In so many ways, I modified school schedyou have had on spendMACK am ready to close the door on ules, mask distribution, ing time with family. In 2020 and usher in a new, happy offering testing sites many ways, it reminds year. and more. me of what life was like during In reflecting on 2020, we As we round out the year and my childhood: people spendstarted off the year full of hope the cooler weather arrives, we ing much more time at home, and promise. We had a year full are seeing a surge in Coronavi- working together accomplishing of events and celebrations on the rus cases and hospitalizations. projects or playing games, and calendar to honor Longview’s We expected this to a degree, taking walks around the neigh150th birthday. No sooner but we were and are still hopborhood. Making time for family than we started celebrating did ing for the best. is always a good thing and I COVID-19 infringe on our fun In spite of all the unknowns believe will result in blessings and shut not only the city, but we have faced, I have seen a for years to come. the entire world down. tremendous amount of blessWe have had our priorities By March we all were familings this year and I hope that clearly focused for us right in iar with the idea of Coronaviyou will celebrate those along front of our faces: our health, rus, masks, social distancing, with me. I have witnessed our our family and our community. “essential businesses”, closures, healthcare professionals give We have figured out ways to etc. I admit it wouldn’t hurt my of themselves in ways that has learn, work, and commune with feelings if I never heard those never been required before. others all via electronic devices. words again! With trepidation, Not only are they showing up A lot of ingenuity and creativity businesses began opening up a to work knowing they may be have been born in 2020. Many bit more by May and our suminfected by the Coronavirus, of you have taken this time to mer looked hopeful. thereby risking their families’ explore a hobby you have been By August we knew that health as well, they are having wanting to get into for years. I schools would reopen – not to work in layers of PPE like have heard about more gardens without many modifications to never before. Imagine doing growing this year than ever keep students and instructors your daily school or job with before! Ha! as safe as possible. And might multiple layers of hot, unyieldI have witnessed you guys I say that the efforts our loing layers of paper and plastic showing appreciation to first cal school districts and higher wrapped around you designed responders – who have faithful-
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ly never stopped showing up to work for us. You have risen to the occasion to creatively show appreciation to police, fire and healthcare workers – oftentimes while simultaneously supporting locally owned businesses in the process. I have been amazed at locally owned restaurants who were obviously negatively impacted by the virus step up to provide free gratitude meals for first responders. Through it all, I have been so proud of Longview. I am proud that even when you are hurting, confused or scared, you can lend a hand to someone else who feels the same way as you. I am proud that you don masks to protect your neighbors. I am proud that you have been and are considerate of those around you by providing food and support from a distance. I have always known these things about Longview, but it is true that times of adversity shows a man’s true character. Yours has surely shone brightly. Let’s keep up the good work. 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.
From a thankful member of Lobo Nation By Matthew Prosser Thanksgiving has come and gone, now we’re all rushing fullspeed into Christmas, New Year, and (thankfully) the end of this strange year of our Lord, 2020. Holidays are a great time to pause and count the blessings you enjoy. We should count our blessings, but we also should make our blessings count. The greatest blessings of humanity are within us and within our reach; that is to understand who we are and what our place is in the universe. Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and to give thanks continuously. Your life is the sum substance of everything you have learned and experienced, every success you have enjoyed or failure you
have overcome, every numerous others. Indeed, person you have known I could write a book filled and loved, and the Crewith stories and reflecator who made it all tions on what each of possible. We can comtheir lives meant — not plain because rose bushjust to me, but our entire es have thorns, or rejoice community. because thorns have I am thankful to have roses. I choose to greet a role in celebrating the each day with a feeling incredible accomplishPROSSER ments of our excellent of gratitude and thanksgiving. students, our heroic I am thankful to be a part of teachers, and our awesome Lobo Nation. I am thankful for community. During these chathe friends I’ve gained, and the otic and uncertain times, it is a amazing colleagues who make my tremendous solace to me to know role a delight each day. And yet, I am part of an organization that my mind also turns toward those will do everything and anything I’ve lost since becoming a part of it can to sustain and empowLobo Nation five years ago. Such er our people. Despite volatile amazing and beautiful people as economic conditions, Longview Sam Satterwhite, JoAnn TemISD is among the highest-paying pleton, Judge Alvin Khoury, in East Texas for teachers and Andy Khoury, Ruby Floyd, Kevin support staff. Despite a global Payne, Travian Clayborn, and pandemic, our district has spear-
headed efforts for testing and prevention at our campuses. And so on, and so forth... I am thankful for each and every one of you. Teachers. Students. Parents. Families. Alumni. Civic leaders. Lobo Nation. Thank you for all that you do, and will continue to do, to make Longview Independent School District a beacon of light in dark times. — An award-winning journalist and photographer, Matthew Prosser is Communications Director for Longview Independent School District.
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C I N ASEYOU MIS SED I T Boys & Girls Club needs volunteers
The Boys & Girls Club of East Texas will host their annual Ware Reading Club during Christmas Break. They need volunteers to make the program function properly. The club needs English and Spanish-speaking volunteers to help students December 21-23 and December 28-30. To volunteer, please reach out to Chad Patterson at chad@begreateasttex as.com and fill out the volunteer online form: https://www.visioncps.net/form/WR Form.asp?OrgUnit=975/5
TASB video contest taking entries
Texas students are overcomers, learners, and achievers. Participate in TASB’s Student Video Contest and demonstrate how your school has learned and grown in the face of adversity this year. In each category (elementary, middle/junior, and high school), a first prize of $5,000 and a second prize of $2,500 will be awarded to the winning schools to be used in their classrooms. For more information: https://www.tasb.org/ services/communications-and-pr/student-video/ home.aspx
Did we miss your district news?
Did we miss district campus or organization news? Send us the pertinent information to ask@LISD.org and we’ll include it in our next issue!
Eastman Essay Contest deadline set
Eastman is proud to honor the traditions and contributions of Black/African American people to Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) in celebration of Black History Month. As part of that celebration, the company is sponsoring an oratorical contest. If you know a high-school student in the Longview or surrounding areas, please encourage them to submit an original 3-5-page written essay discussing an acknowledged Black/ African American STEAM contributor. Essays must be submitted by January 11, 2021. Students with the top 4 essays will be notified around February 1, 2021. Contest guidelines and submission forms are attached. For more information, contact txoconnect@east man.com
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Chris Mack steps down from board after 21 years During the monthly board meeting on Monday, Nov. 16, Place 3 Trustees Dr. Chris Mack retired from the LISD Board. His resignation was announced by Place 4 Trustee Ginia Northcutt as she read his resignation letter at the start of the meeting as Dr. Mack was not present. “I have been on the board for 21 years, and I have been thinking of stepping down for a few years now,” Dr. Mack said. “I’ve enjoyed my time with the district. I’ve enjoyed working with teachers, administrators and all of the employees. But now it’s time for me to spend time with my family.” Dr. Mack stated that he
stayed on recently so that he could hand his daughter her high school diploma which he has now down. More recently, he stayed on long enough so that the school district would
not have to spend time with a special election to fill his spot. For his time as a board member for LISD, Dr. Mack can easily recall two actions that he is proud of. The first
was the 2008 bond the district passed that was almost $267M for renovations and rebuilding of district facilities. The second was the hiring of Superintendent Dr. James Wilcox. “James is one of the best superintendents in the country. I have nothing negative to say about him,” Dr. Mack said. “He has been great for the school district.” From big decisions like the 2008 bond approval and hiring Dr. Wilcox, to the small decisions that had lesser known impacts, Dr. Mack has been a large part of the districts success and the district thanks him for everything that he has done for both the students and the employees.
Board of Trustees adjust ‘bonus’ pay due to COVID-19 The Longview Independent School District Board of Trustees approved a series of amendments to the Longview Incentive For Teachers (LIFT) program during their regular meeting Monday, Nov. 16th. Dr. James Hockenberry, LISD Assistant Superintendent of District Services, said the purpose of these amendments is to provide a means by which the program can continue for the current school year, despite the complications caused by the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. “The emphasis on closing the achievement gaps will remain by staying focused and committed to the economically disadvantaged student population’s academic data,” he said. “Although it is recommended that we follow the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) model for calculation of growth, it is not recommended that we include ‘all’ students in the determination of ‘levels,’ as does the TIA.” The temporary LIFT model calculations will follow the Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) formula using a combination of weighted 2017-2020 academic data to determine teacher “levels,” with award distinction funds using a threeyear average for the campuses and district for years 2017-2019 Designations. The award is
Longview ISD was ahead of the curve in December 2012, when trustees first voted to implement a performance pay system for middle school reading and math teachers. Designed to help close the achievement gap between low socio-economic and middle-income students, today the Longview Incentive for Teachers (LIFT) Pay for Performance Program includes three award models, and has proven instrumental in retaining high-quality educators.
NEW BUSES
determined by the employee’s place of employment at the conclusion of the 2019-2020 year. In addition, eligibility for the program is earned by being a current 2020-21 employee of the district, who was employed at least 90 days of the 2019-20 calendar year (or one full semester). Dr. Hockenberry said the district will be waiving the attendance rule for the 2019-2020 year only, and no appeals will be accepted this year, “since most of the data being used for LIFT awards is from prior years.” “Per pupil, and distinction amounts, will remain the same
as the 2018-19 school year distribution,” he said. Longview awarded more than $2.4 million in LIFT incentive pay for achieving teachers around this time last year, with a few of the very highest-performing teachers receiving nearly $20,000 in their December 2019 paychecks. The program is 100 percent funded through local funds from the fund balance, as approved by the LISD Board of Trustees. The amount of incentive pay for Longview ISD teachers has increased dramatically since the $350,000 awarded in 2014-15, just five years ago.
Board members also approved the purchase of 15 new school buses from Houston-based Longhorn Bus Sales at a total cost of $1,497,345. Mr. Joey Jones, LISD Assistant Superintendent for Finance, said the district currently owns buses that “cost the district more in maintenance than is fiscally responsible to spend.” “By exercising an option to purchase new buses, the district could significantly upgrade the existing fleet and reduce maintenance expenses,” he said. Trustees authorized the issuance of Maintenance Tax Notes for the purchase, accepting a bid from Houston-based Amegy Bank for a rate of 1.180 percent. Mr. Jones said more buses Board|Continued to page 8
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Trustees thank Ava Welge, welcome Brett Miller Longview ISD Board of Trustees thanked departing member Mrs. Ava Welge during Monday night’s regular meeting, and welcomed newly-elected Place 2 representative Mr. Brett Miller. Board members each, in turn, expressed sincere appreciation for Mrs. Welge’s service to the district and leadership. Mrs. Welge spoke from the dais, wishing her successor well, and thanking the community for entrusting her with making decisions on behalf of the public since being elected in 2017. Trustees canvassed the results of the Place 2 board election between Mrs. Welge and Mr. Miller. Final results released by Gregg County elections officials show Mr. Miller earning 1,881 votes to Mrs. Welge’s 905 votes. Place 4 incumbent Mrs. Ginia Northcutt was unopposed
and will serve another threeyear term on the board. Board members administered the oath of office to Mrs. Northcutt and Mr. Miller, before reorganizing officers for the coming term. Officers for the LISD trustees will be Mrs. Shan Bauer, board president; Mr. Michael Tubb, vice president; Mr. Ted Beard, secretary; and Mr. Brett Miller, vice secretary. At the outset of the meet-
ing, Place 3 board member Dr. Chris Mack announced his resignation from the board. First elected to the board in 1993, Dr. Mack has served in various capacities, including as president. Chris and his wife Lisha are the parents of a daughter who graduated from Longview High in 2019. The current Board of Trustees for Longview ISD is now Mr. Michael Tubb (Place 1), Mr. Brett Miller (Place 2), Mrs.
Ginia Northcutt (Place 4), Mrs. Shan Bauer (Place 5), Mr. Ted Beard (Place 6), and Dr. Troy Simmons (Place 7). Serving as a link between the community and classroom, school board members are elected to establish the policies that provide the framework for public schools. LISD trustees are responsible for an annual budget of more than $78 million, over 8,000 students and nearly 3,000 staffers.
Charter announces Local Advisory Council members By Linda Buie Executive Director To further serve stakeholders at Longview High School, Foster Middle School, Judson STEAM Academy, Hudson PEP Elementary School, South Ward Elementary School, and Ned E. Williams STEAM Academy, a local advisory council was formed through the Texas Council for International Studies (TCIS). TCIS is the nonprofit organization that is operating six
Longview ISD charter schools: Hudson PEP Elementary School, Ned E. Williams Magnet Steam Academy, South Ward Elementary, Foster Middle School, Judson Steam Academy, and Longview High School. TCIS began working with these six schools on July 1, 2020. These six schools will all become officially authorized International Baccalaureate® World Schools. Longview High School is currently authorized for the IB Diploma Programme. Additionally, it is
LOCAL ADVISORY COUNCIL (Highlighted school by the name is the school the Council member represents; additional schools listed designate campuses where other children are enrolled.) BOARD MEMBER Leslie Carlile
SCHOOLS REPRESENTED Hudson PEP, Foster
Annie August
Ned Williams, Foster, LHS
Pernisha Hunt
South Ward, Hudson PEP
Jennifer Hodges
Foster, Hudson
Ron Peacock
Judson (regular school volunteer)
Leisha Kidd Brooks
LHS (one child enrolled, two graduates)
Nell Ward
LHS (one child enrolled, two graduates)
Jon Cromer
Hudson PEP
Christa Black
Chair
in the candidate stage to offer the Middle Years Programme (MYP) for ninth and tenth grade students and the Career-related Programme (CP) for the career and technology students. Hudson PEP, Ned E. Williams, and South Ward are in the candidate stage to become a Primary Years Programme IB World Schools. Foster and Judson are also in the candidate stage to become authorized Middle Years Programme IB World Schools. TCIS has a governing board whose members have a vast amount of knowledge and experience with IB. These board members will work with the six schools to ensure successful authorization of all the IB programmes and an ongoing implementation with fidelity. The Local Advisory Council is comprised of members who have students enrolled in one of the schools or have a vested interest in the schools as well as in the
community. This ten-member Board will meet monthly to receive updates on the highlights of the campuses and the great works that are happening on each campus. They will also receive updates on the implementation of the International Baccalaureate on each campus. The Local Advisory Council members may be contacted for information through the Longview ISD Community Relations department—Mr. Francisco Rojas. Using the Community Relations department will ensure consistency of information and a consideration for the Board members’ time and privacy. TCIS is contracting with Longview ISD for certain District services—one of which is the Community Relations department. Should one have questions for the Local Advisory Council, please contact the Community Relations department.
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SHOWING COMMITMENT
Madisen Ellis overcomes the adversity, excels and achieves
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hile a global pandemic has been hard on everyone, there are those who have still pushed forward to accomplish great things. Madisen Ellis, a recent graduate from Longview Early Graduation High School is one of those people. On Tuesday, Oct. 20, Madisen graduated at age 21 from LEGHS. Not only did she return to high school and graduate, but she was on bed rest while finishing her courses due to being pregnant with her third child! She had a lot going on this year, but she kept with it and obtained her high school degree. Leaving high school at age 17, Madisen started at LEGHS at 18 but left after finding out she was pregnant. A few years later, LEGHS principal Kristi Means contacted her and informed Madisen that it was her last year to finish her classes and earn her degree. Due to the global pandemic, Madisen was able to take the classes online which made it much easier for her as a stay-at-home mother. While she initially dropped out of LEGHS due to finding out that she was pregnant with her first child, Madisen returned to obtain her diploma to improve not only her life but that of her children. LEGHS is for students 14 to 18 years old. Madisen was an exception due to her having completed and passed all state testing requirements and only in need of completing three more credits to graduate. “Madisen is a highly intelligent young lady that can do whatever she sets her sights on. She let ‘life’ get in her way for a couple of years, but she veered back to her goal of becoming a high school graduate,” principal Means said. “She is a wife and a mother of three at age 21. What an amazing story and accomplishment!” Madisen says that attending LEGHS was an amazing experience for her. “Everyone actually cares about you. You aren’t just another statistic or paycheck to them, and in the world we live in today, that means a lot,” Madisen said. As Madisen took her three classes online, her last year of high school was not the standard experience. This didn’t stop her from hav-
ing a good experience in education however as she enjoyed her English class and even had a teacher that she said was a huge help to her. Madisen said that Mrs. Maguire assisted her throughout the LEGHS experience. “She helped me with everything,” Madisen said. “Anytime I had a question, she was right there with the answer.” Principal Means states that the school has high expectations for its students. “We motivate our students to take classes that lead to workforce certifications. This will allow students to graduate and easily transition into the workforce,” Principal Means said. “We offer TSI testing (dual credit or junior college entrance exam) as well as ASVAB testing (military entrance exam). We also have a strong partnership with Workforce Solutions of East Texas to place students in paid internships while in school and after graduation.” For anyone who is eligible to earn their degree through LEGHS, Madisen strongly encourages them. “It will be hard; I’m not going to lie. I wanted to give up so many times,” Madisen said. “But there is no greater feeling than when you get handed that diploma and you realize all of your hard work, all of your tears of frustration, they were all worth it in the end. You deserve the chance to change the cards you were dealt and prove to everyone that you can and will better yourself and your future. Even if it’s hard, even if you want to give up, keep fighting because you will feel so much better about yourself and be glad that you did this!” Ordinarily, the Early Grad High School holds a graduation ceremony during LISD School Board Meetings, but due to COVID-19, they have been postponed to observe CDC guidelines. The campus averages around 130 graduates per year. Students are currently enrolled in the following certification courses: Certified Nursing Assistant, Instrumentation and Electrical, Precision Machining, Forklift, and Pharmacy Technician. LISD is so proud of what Madisen has accomplished, as well as all of our other graduates!
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Ashley Oden has been a vital part of Longview ISD since 2014 Another Judson spotlight is shining bright on a teacher that captures not only students’ minds but their hearts as well. In fact, she was a lead process champion for a national showcase winning Capturing Kids Heart campus. Ashley Oden has been a part of Longview Independent School District for the past 7 years. She has been given many titles throughout her years including: UIL Co-Co-
ordinator, RPM Liaison, Mentor teacher, and a RTI Coordinator. She was a 3rd Grade teacher at Bramlette Elementary from 20142020 before ODEN transitioning to a 6th Grade ELA teacher at Judson STEAM Academy. In the short time she has
been on this campus, she has transformed these students into lifelong learners. Her student Israel Orona says, “I like everything about Mrs. Oden. She makes learning so much fun! She has changed the way I understand English Language Arts.” Mrs. Oden was born in Lufkin before moving to Longview in 2003 to pursue a degree at Western Governors University where she received a Bachelors in Interdisciplin-
ary Studies and a Masters in Educational Instructional Design. When she is not teaching, she enjoys reading a good book and spending time with her husband, Chris Oden, her son Alex Oden, and her adorable cat Pancakes. She will continue building her legacy at Judson STEAM Academy and she hopes that her students find a lifelong passion for reading and will always have the courage to be kind.
COVID-19 testing available for employees COVID-19 testing for employees will be available at the ESC every Wednesday for the time being, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Times may be subject to change but will accommodate another date if needed. Employees must go to register.txrap idtest.org/ on a smartphone or computer and fill in the information. It will create a QR code that must be brought along either printed or in a photo on a cell phone. The test takes approximately 15 minutes to process the test. In the event that the test comes back positive, the employee should not return to their office. Please have all personal belongings such as keys, handbags, etc. ready at the time so that a quick exit can be made. This is to slow the spread of the virus.
An employee that tests positive for COVID-19 is to quarantine for 10 days and obtain confirmation that they are free of the virus. Please continue to monitor for symp-
toms regularly. If symptoms are developed, please notify the administrator and nurse immediately.
BOARD |Continued from page 4 would mean more drivers and more routes, which would cut the time of some routes. Specifically, he said Hudson PEP Elementary School bus routes are longer because the campus serves children across the district, not just in the neighborhood of the school. Mr. Jones told the board that approval for issuance of maintenance tax notes to cover the cost of new bus purchases “will allow for the repayment over a fiveyear period, while having the new buses available by the start of the 2021-2022 school year.” “The new buses include security cameras and a collision mitigation system which will ultimately prove to be a savings for the district,” Mr. Jones added. LISD’s old buses will be sold at auction once the new fleet vehicles are delivered to the district.
IMPROVEMENTS
The board also approved the 2020-21 District Improvement Plan as well as Campus
Improvement Plans for all Longview ISD schools. Each school year the principal of each campus — with the assistance of a committee — must develop, review, and revise the campus improvement plan. Dr. Craig Coleman, LISD Chief Innovation Officer, said the purpose of this plan is to align goals, objectives, and strategies in order to improve student performance on the state’s student achievement indicators for all student populations, “as well as improve performance on any other performance measures for special needs populations.” “The plans include setting performance objectives, determining the resources needed to implement the plan, and setting timeliness for reaching goals,” he said. Mrs. Latitia Wilson, LISD Director of Planning & Analysis agreed, adding that the plan “serves as the blueprint for how the district and campuses will
actually address the needs identified during the Comprehensive Needs Assessment (CNA).” “The Texas Education Code also requires that the trustees ensure that the district and all campus plans be developed, evaluated, and revised annually for the purpose of improving the performance of all student groups,” she said.
IMPROVEMENTS
Board members also approved amending the District of Innovation Plan that was originally approved by the board on March 4th, 2019. Mr. John York, LISD Chief Human Resources Officer, explained that the amendment would allow an exemption to the Teacher Certification Statute, “granting local alternatives to educator certification for specific subject areas without having to submit a teacher certification waiver to the Texas Education Agency.” “To best serve Longview ISD students, decisions on
certification will be handled locally,” he said. “The district’s goal will always be to hire certified teachers. However, flexibility is needed to hire teachers for hard-to-fill Languages Other Than English (LOTE) and Bilingual positions for PreK-12th grade.” Mr. York said a teacher who has a four-year degree, fluent in a foreign language, and is able to pass a district assessment will be qualified to teach elementary and secondary LOTE or Bilingual classes. “In addition, the amendment grants local certification for certified teachers to teach one subject area outside their certified subject area or grade level,” he said. “Which will allow principals to build schedules that will increase course offerings and benefit students.” Mrs. Shalona McCray, LISD Director of Employee RelaBoard|Continued to page 16
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CH ARTER PARTNERS Texas Council for International Studies By Linda Buie Executive Director Beginning with the 2020-2021 school year, all Longview ISD schools are being operated by three non-profit charter partners: Texas Council for International Studies (TCIS), East Texas Advanced Academies (ETAA), and Longview Education (LEAP). The Texas Council for International Studies (TCIS) charter partner operates the following schools: Hudson PEP Elementary School, Ned E. Williams Steam Academy, South Ward Elementary School, Foster Middle School, Judson Steam Academy, and Longview High School. Longview High School is a fully authorized International Baccalaureate® (IB) World School and has been for the past twelve years. Earning the prestigious IB World School authorization requires the school to complete a three-year process to demonstrate meeting the IB rigorous standards and practices. Longview High School is authorized for the IB Diploma Programme for juniors and seniors. Additionally, the high school is currently in the authorization process to offer the IB Middle Years
Programme (MYP) at the ninth and tenth grades. All five other schools in the TCIS charter are also in the authorization process to become authorized IB World Schools. The three elementary schools will offer the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP), and the middle schools will offer the Middle Years Programme (MYP). Additionally, TCIS also operates eight schools in San Antonio ISD. Texas Council of International Studies was created as a nonprofit organization to focus on the successful implementation all four IB programmes: DP, MYP, PYP, and CP in the schools that it is partnering with. TCIS was founded by experienced IB educators and community leaders who have the goal of enhanced student success through IB. TCIS facilitates implementation of IB programmes through partnership agreements with IB schools and districts. TCIS then provides IB program development, IB professional training, curriculum planning, marketing campaigns and scholarship programs. TCIS and partner schools commit to the following: Ensure a continuity and commitment to the standards of performance
espoused by the International Baccalaureate®; Facilitate program development, professional development, curriculum planning and scholarship programs at IB World Schools; Provide authorized IB professional development; Operate and manage schools by providing campus autonomy with expert school leadership support. Texas Council of International Studies has a governing board of members who have a history of IB experience: Karen Phillips, President; Walter Sorensen, Vice President of Operations; Dr. Bill Thomas, Treasurer; Ted Williams, Member at Large; Margaret Davis, Chief Executive Officer
East Texas Advanced Academies By Dr. Cynthia Wise Chief Executive Officer We are confident in our Culture Conscious Campus (CCC) model, which is a comprehensive model that encompasses four aspects of school culture, and we promise to deliver exceptional outcomes for students. It is our desire that our scholars are able to be beacons of light in our society therefore, our message for all of our families and, especially our students, is that we are committed as a Network to ensuring that our students receive the very best educational experience possible whether on-campus or at home. We are a family of learners and our efforts will not be in vain; as ALL OF OUR CHILDREN are worth taking the time, energy and effort to educate, engage and
extend, even during the most challenging times. F or the first two weeks, from August 17 to August 31 , students will review policies, procedures, and expectations, get to know their new teachers, read, adjust to
“school hours”, complete universal screeners, adjust to synchronous and asynchronous learning formats through the use of Google Classroom. Google Classroom will be the learning platform that all ETAA students will use. It allows them to interact during classes, actively engage in assignments, take quizzes, collaborate with peers, communicate with teachers, and more. The remote return to school will also allow campuses to rehearse and finalize all safety and sanitation protocols to significantly reduce the risk of viral spread on campus. ETAA is an LISD Partner of choice, and that extends to our learning models. Please take time to carefully consider your options and what is best for your family. Our schools will offer both face-to-face and remote learning beginning on August 17 .
Longview Educates and Prospers LEAP manages the Longview Early Graduation High School, Longview High School’s Career and Technical Education (CATE) program, and East Texas Advanced Manufacturing Academy. Board members for LEAP include Mr. Wayne Mansfield,
Mr. Shawn Hara, and Mr. Keith Bonds, with a leadership team that includes district Longview High CATE Director Mr. Gary Kreuger, Academy Director Mr. Jody Sanders, and Early Grad H.S. Principal Mrs. Kristi Means.
The partnership of LEAP, TCIS and ETAA are governed by a 2017 state law called Senate Bill 1882 that provides extra funding to traditional public school districts that contract with outside entities such as charter networks, non-profits,
and universities to run their schools as an in-district charter. In accordance with TEA policy, by having LISD be the authorizer of charter campuses, the district maintains the authority to set the ground rules the partners have to follow.
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SPORTS
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Lobo band continues decades of success
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ongratulations to the Big Green Marching machine for receiving straight 1’s for 71 years in a row! That is amazing!
LHS boys basketball Lady Lobo netters finish their successful season sweeps North Mesquite The Lady Lobo volleyball team worked hard and earned their win against Mount. Pleasant! Excellent job, ladies!
The Lobo boys basketball secured a victory, 63-52, against former district rival North Mesquite. Way to go, guys!
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#Gaming @assassinscreed
‘Asassin’s Creed’ improves its RPG elements Ubisoft presses further into the role-playing genre with ‘Valhalla’ By Dustin Taylor “Assassin’s Creed Valhalla” which released in November takes players to the age of Vikings, with a fun sense of exploration as their character Eivor travels to England to create a new kingdom. “Valhalla” is a strong entry in the AC series, making some smart changes from recent releases. In “Origins” and “Odyssey,” players were treated to a more role-playing focused game compared to earlier AC games, as well as a loot system comparable to another Ubisoft franchise, “The Division.” “Valhalla” turns back from this design thankfully.
THE COMBAT
“Origins” was the first AC game to really drastically overhaul the combat in the series, with “Odyssey” tweaking it and improving upon it. “Valhalla” has tweaked it even more and I have to say that, out of the three, this is the one that I found the most enjoyable to use. From the way that special attacks are used, to the fact that dual-wielding is very versatile, Ubisoft is definitely headed in the right direction. Honestly, I didn’t know I needed the ability dual-wield shields in my life, but now I know. I was quite surprised when realized it was possible. From archery to going full berserker on enemies, the combat feels vastly improved upon. There is certainly still room for improvement, but “Valhalla” is certainly the best AC game to date in the combat department.
THE WORLD
As time has gone on, the maps in AC games have just continued to grow. While big open worlds
can be great, this series has often pushed for too large of world maps and far too many side quests. In “Origins”, it is easy to become overwhelmed with the sheer quantity and space right from the get-go. “Valhalla” has mostly fixed this issue. Instead of one giant open world, there are numerous maps that the player can choose to go to, but they begin in a starter area of sorts. This is done similarly to “The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.” Done this way, the game is not nearly as overwhelming from the start, and breaks it down to a more digestible format for the players. As for sidequests, there are just a fraction here compared to “Origins” and they often feel more unique. “The Witcher 3”
does a wonderful job of making the openworld feel alive, with each town feeling unique. “Valhalla” meanwhile feels fairly cookie-cutter in design. It would be great to have more locations that are memorable.
LOOT
As the series has moved more towards the RPG genre, the loot system was a negative, as players were always finding new loot—which meant more time in menus, clearing items out as well as having to give up a weapon that one enjoys simply because it is too low level now. With “Valhalla,” there is only a handful of weapons and armor that can be leveled up. This
makes for a more invested experience.
PLAYTIME
“Valhalla” has issues, ranging from bugs and other problems in a video game, but the biggest would have to be the length. It can easily take 60 plus hours to beat, but “Valhalla” just doesn’t seem suited for that amount of time. Under 50 gameplay hours would be a much better fit with how the game is designed.
OVERALL
I can honestly say that “Valhalla” is the most fun I have had with the series in close to a decade. While it has its drawbacks, it is certainly one of the best “Assassin’s Creed” games yet.
‘Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla’
Genre: Action RPG Available on: Windows, PS4, PS5, Stadia, X1, XS Cost: $59.99 Campaign player count: 1 Multiplayer count: N/A Developers: Ubisoft Montreal Publisher: Ubisoft Release date: November 10 Reviewed on: X1 Rating: 4 out of 5
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An overview of ‘Valhalla’ for parents This game from Ubisoft Montreal is geared towards those 17 and up
By Dustin Taylor “Assassin’s Creed Valhalla” is rated “Mature 17+” by the Entertainment Software Rating Board. The ESRB is the organization that rates video games in the United States. For this game, M17+ was given due to: blood and gore, intense violence, strong language and more. To find the full list, go to ESRB. org. Blood and gore includes significant battle violence using weap-
ons, including frequent dismemberment. There is significant vulgar and profane language throughout the game. Alcohol consumption can be
‘Assassin’s Creed Valhalla’
ESRB rating: M17+ ESRB reasons for rating: Blood and gore, intense violence, strong language, alcohol, and more In-game purchases: Yes seen in the game through a variety of ways including a drinking game. In-game purchases can be made, so parents should be aware that if a credit card is on the account, real world money can be used to buy virtual items.
The M17+ rating seems like a very suitable rating for this game, to me. At the end of the day though, if a parent has concerns, they should try playing the game first, play it with their child or watch videos online of gameplay.
SATTERWHITE |Continued from page 1 enriches the very fabric of existence. Sam Satterwhite was one of those people,” said Judson Murray, who served on the LISD board. “His gift from the Father was the uplifting of those around him. The light he brought to LISD and Longview will outlive him for generations.” Sam loved God, his family, his community, and his country with a fierceness. He held in high regard those who have fought for our freedom. The sacrifices these men and women have made stirred something deep inside of him, and he honored that every chance he had. His servant heart led him to take active roles in organizations such as Heartlight Ministries, Azleway Boys’ Ranch, Windridge Therapeutic Equestrian Center - organizations that serve at-risk youth and children with special needs. His passion for civic duty led him to serve on numerous boards in East Texas, including a 12-year tenure on the Longview ISD School Board. Dr. James Wilcox, Longview ISD Superintendent, said his
“thoughts and prayers remain with the entire Satterwhite extended family during this difficult time.” “Sam was a tireless champion for the students, staff, and families of Longview ISD, as well as the greater East Texas community,” he said. “Not only that, he was a friend to all. Sam Satterwhite would give a complete stranger the shirt off his back, then walk the extra mile to help that stranger buy a new shirt. I’m going to miss his friendship.” His most recent passion was supporting Combat Warriors through annual events that honored the sacrifices made by those who served our country. In Sam’s early years, you could find him baling and hauling hay, installing septic systems, running a family cattle business, and many other jobs that required getting his hands dirty. His work ethic was getting the job done regardless of the difficulty of the task. In 1974, Sam built his first home, a modest, brick A-frame, that was the catalyst to the start
of the company he and his future nity, he had a way of making bride established that year. With people feel like they were family. humble beginnings, Satterwhite He enriched the lives of everyone Log Homes became the nation’s he knew. If you knew Sam, you leading log home company. Two were a better person for it. years later Sam married the love Aside from turning a two-perof his life Travonda, who had son log home operation into a been his right-hand in all of their multi-location, industry-leading early entrepreneurial ventures business, and decades of comduring courtship. munity leadership and service, Sam and Travonda offloaded what brought Sam the greatest log bundles by hand in those ear- pride and joy was his family. The ly years. Every hurdle they faced Satterwhites have three children was met with Sam’s innovation who gave them their greatest and work ethic, paired with gifts in life - their seven grandTravonda’s unceasing encourage- children. ment and belief that they could Sam was an active member overcome any challenge. They of Bar None Cowboy Church of became an unstoppable team in Tatum, and he played a vital role everything they did. Sam and in constructing various facilities Travonda would have celebrated on the church’s campus. When 44 years of marriage this SaturSam began attending Bar None day. it sparked a fire in him, taking Words fail to justly describe his faith to a whole new level. the person Sam was. He was a His love for the Lord was someloving son, devoted husband, thing he shared openly. amazing father, legendary Papa, Sam lived his life by the brother, uncle, cousin, father-in- Scripture, “to whom much is law, and friend. He was a vision- given, much will be required”. ary and a true servant. He never He believed he had an obligamet a stranger. From customers, tion, in good times and bad, to to people he met in the commuSatterwhite|Continued to page 16
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OBITUARIES Longview ISD offers our most sincere condolences to our extended Lobo family Rhonda Richards A celebration of life service for Rhonda Richards was held on Friday, Nov. 6, in the Chapel of Rader Funeral Home of Longview. Visitation was Thursday, Nov. 5. Rhonda was born in Lewellen, Nebraska, on May 30, 1950, to Tom and Martha ArmRICHARDS strong. Rhonda was the second of three daughters. Spending her formative years, Rhonda lived on a farm with her family outside of Big Springs, Nebraska. Rhonda attended grade school with her sister and cousins in a one-room schoolhouse. During this time, she developed her love for animals, and her gift of compassion took root. Rhonda moved to Longview with her family in 1955, where she attended and graduated from Longview High School in 1968. While attending LHS, she was active in the Gregg County 4-H right beside her dad. She was also a member of the Future Nurses of America. Rhonda attended Kilgore College and Texarkana College, earning her nursing license, which led to a 40-year career in the medical field starting at Good Shepherd Medical Center. One of Rhonda’s proudest moments was being among the first ten nurses who opened Longview Regional Medical Center. She also served the LISD
community as the campus nurse for Hudson Pep, South Ward, and Longview High School, from which she retired. During her time at Kilgore College, Rhonda’s younger sister Linda DeArmon introduced her to the love of her life David Richards. Rhonda and David enjoyed many adventures during their 49 years of marriage. Rhonda was blessed with two children Rebekah Reneé Richards and Paul Louis Richards. Rhonda is known as one of the best cooks in Longview. She blessed her community for many years by baking bread, cakes, cookies, homemade candy, and creating four cookbooks. Rhonda and David joined Mobberly Baptist Church in 1982, where she lived out and demonstrated her lifelong faith in Jesus Christ through serving as a greeter in VBS and the children’s department. Rhonda is preceded in death by her parents Tom and Martha Armstrong, sister Patricia Karrh, daughter Rebekah Renee Richards, brother-in-law David Towery, and nephew Daniel Towery. Those who cherish her memory and awaiting her reunion in heaven are her husband David Richards, son Paul Richards and wife Rachel. Her three grandchildren Justin, Abigail, and Bailey. Her sister Linda DeArmon and husband Larry, sister-in-law Lana Camp and husband Ricky, brothers-in-law Larry Karrh, and Glynn Richards and wife Sondra, five nieces, two nephews, along with many great-nieces, great-nephews, and a host of friends.
SATTERWHITE |Continued from page 15 give whatever was needed. From assisting with the construction of a church in Mississippi, to aiding hurricane victims, to raisSATTERWHITE ing funds for the philanthropies he held near to his heart, it will never be known how many lives he impacted. This is his legacy. “Just a simple conversation with Sam brought immediate rewards. After talking with
him, you always felt better about yourself and life in general,” Mr. Murray said. “His positive attitude infected everyone he met.” Sam is survived by his wife, Travonda,of nearly 44 years; children and grandchildren: daughter Christi Amos, her husband Alan, and their children, Cason, Sawyer, and Avery; son Nicholas Satterwhite, his wife Kelley, and their children, Porter and Tate; and daughter Lindsey Wise, her husband Collin, and their children, Parker and Riley; his sister Sandra Stanley, and many nephews, nieces, and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his parents Frances and Nolon Satterwhite; father-in-law Troy Nicholas; and nephew Jerry Lansdale. Services were held on Thursday, Nov. 19, in the Frances Chapel at Double S Ranch at 6260 FM 726, Diana. A private family burial was followed. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Sam’s name may be made to: Bar None Cowboy Church at www.barnonecowboy church.org or to Combat Warriors, Inc. at P.O. Box 9012, Longview, TX 75608. As Sam so often said, “Let your conscience be your guide.”
IN OTHER NEWS
locations around the district. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for 6 p.m. Dec. 14th. Due to public health protocols currently in place, anyone wishing to attend the meeting in person must abide by COVID-19 guidelines, as only limited seating capacity is available. The meeting will be streamed online at LISD.org/ BoardroomLive. For more information about the Longview ISD Board of Trustees please got to LISD. org.
BOARD |Continued from page 8 tions, said taking this approach will allows the district “flexibility to offer a wider range of courses according to student interests to meet the goals of the International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme.” “In addition, it provides Longview ISD with some flexibility in recruiting talented and qualified staff, as well as allowing for a diverse pool of candidates for positions with the skills and abilities to impact student achievement in areas of instruction,” she said.
During the course of the meeting, the LISD Board of Trustees also approved: Time Use Tracker for Oct. 12th Regular Meeting; Minutes from the Oct. 28th Special Meeting; Budget Amendment No. 3, and two donations to LISD programs totaling $2,005.
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Trustees usually meet in the boardroom of the LISD Education Support Center (1301 E. Young Street), but often set special-called meetings at various
John Elmo Boyd John E. Boyd, 85, of Gilmer, Texas passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Thursday, Oct. 22, after a long-term illness. Mr. Boyd was born September 28, 1935, in BOYD Hallsville, Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence (Red) and Valerie Boyd; a brother, Corbuck (Buck) Boyd; and three sisters, Edna Miller, Jean Carlisle, and Judy Rogers. He is survived by a sister, Ruby Smitherman and husband Claude of Longview, Texas; three sons, Hunter Boyd and his wife Kim of Longview, Toby Boyd of Gilmer, and Galyn Boyd and his wife Carlene of Gilmer; five grandchildren, Shea Young and husband Jimmy of Conway, AR, Crystal Boyd of Hallsville, Trent Boyd and wife Amanda of Gladewater, TX, Shana Trussell and husband Jamie of Collierville, TN, and Shelby Rutland and husband Josh of Dallas, TX; and eleven great-grandchildren. Mr. Boyd served 31 years with the Longview Police Department beginning on December 3, 1966 and retiring as a sergeant on December 31, 1997. Mr. Boyd made an impact on many young lives working security at Longview and Pine Tree High Schools for years. He also spent many summers coaching his sons in Dixie League Baseball and led several teams to the Longview City Championships. Mr. Boyd “Pops” loved singing funny tunes and playing the harmonica to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He loved working outside, growing roses, and enjoying afternoons swinging with his beloved dogs. The family expresses their appreciation to his dedicated caregivers, Angela Yahweh, Linda Melton, Gladys Barker, and Betty Nelson for their love and support. Funeral services were held on Tuesday, Oct. 27, at Welch Funeral Home in Longview. Burial followed at Grace Hill Cemetery.
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PUBLIC NOTICES LISD Board meeting set for Dec. 14 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 Monday, Dec. 14.
For more information about the Longview ISD Board of Trustees go to LISD.org.
LISD accepting requests for proposals for Contracted Educational Services Longview Independent School District (LISD) is accepting competitive requests for proposals for Contracted Educational Services for the 2020-21 school year and under the guidance of EDGAR and approval of funding made available for services to be rendered. Awards will be considered NON-EXCLUSIVE, ones by which multiple vendors may be designated as suppliers for the goods and/or services covered un-
der the terms of the contract for the duration of said contract. Contracted Educational Service providers will be used on an as-needed basis throughout the District to provide services to students and staff. Please contact Sheri Broadwater at 903-3812260 to obtain a proposal packet, or download one from below. Proposals must be addressed as follows: ATTN: Sheri Broadwater, and clearly marked “#2020 CS-RFP-CONTRACTED EDUCATIONAL
SERVICES.” Proposals will be accepted throughout the school year on an ongoing basis until 4 p.m. on Thursday, July 29, 2021, at the LISD Education Support Center, 1301 East Young Street, Longview, TX 75601, or mailed to: P.O. Box 3268, Longview, TX 75606. Longview ISD reserves the right to accept or reject any or all of the bids submitted in the best interest of the District.
NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF TEXAS BY VIRTUE OF TAX WARRANT ISSUED OCT. 19, 2020 GREGG COUNTY DATED NOVEMBER 2020 and issued pursuant to Tax Warrant issued out of the County Court at Law No. 2 of Gregg County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date October 19, 2020, in the hereinafter numbered and styled tax warrant and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff of said County, I have on November _____, 2020, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in December, 2020, the same being the 1st day of said month, at the
South Steps of the Courthouse of said County, in the City of Longview, Texas, between the hours of 10 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:00 a.m., proceed to sell to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such tax warrant in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Gregg and the State of Texas, to-wit:
SUIT NO. — 022209-CCL2 STYLE OF SUIT AND PROPERTY DESCRIPTION — CITY OF LONGVIEW, ET AL
VS. LUTHER B. HAMILTON, ET AL (TAX WARRANT ISSUED OCTOBER 19, 2020)
Lot 8, Block 7 (NCB 248), Lincoln Park Addition, an addition to the City of Longview, Gregg County, Texas, as described in Volume 421, Page 137, Deed Records of Gregg County, Texas. (Acct No. 53034) (any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Gregg County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract.) or, any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the
defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy taxes, penalties, interest, attorney’s fee, and municipal claims subject to the tax warrant(s) issued in the above styled and numbered causes together with costs of tax warrant, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs.
NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF TEXAS BY VIRTUE OF AN ORDER SALE GREGG COUNTY and issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the County Court At Law of Gregg County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on November 3, 2020, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in December, 2020, the same being the 1st day of said month, at the South Steps, 101 East Methvin of the Courthouse of the said County, in the City of Longview, Texas, between the hours of 10 o’clock a.m. and 4 o’clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suit(s) in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Gregg and the State of Texas, to-wit: (Sale #, Cause # Judgment Date, Acct #, Style of Case, Legal Description) 1 — 19623-CCL2 07/06/20, 113375 (37875), LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. MARY D WARD WILLIAMS, ET AL, LT 26 (NCB 218) CARTER UND INT; 2 — 020880CCL2 12/02/19, 00929240947439OR, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 1: LEASE # 0092924 BUFORD #5 (ANADARKO E&P CO LP) AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR WELL #5 RRC #206467, 320 ACRES 10.1705% OR;
3 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 0092924947439O R, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 2: LEASE # 0092924 BUFORD #5 (ANADARKO E&P CO LP) AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR WELL #5 RRC #206467, 320 ACRES 10.1705% OR; 4 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, N990094421, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 3: 0093209-BUFORD #7-ANADARKO E&P CO LP- AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR-WELL #7 RRC #231741-0.101705-OR; 5 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, N990101190, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 4: 0093195-BUFORD #6-ANADARKO E&P CO LP- AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR-WELL #6 RRC #230434-0.101705OR; 6 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 00929240947439RI, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 5: LEASE # 0092924 BUFORD #5 (ANADARKO E&P CO LP) AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR WELL #5 RRC #206467, 320 ACRES 0.9689% RI; 7 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 0092924947439RI, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 6: LEASE # 0092924 BUFORD #5 (ANADARKO E&P CO LP) AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR WELL #5 RRC #206467, 320 ACRES 0.9689% RI; 8 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 00932090947439RI, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 7: 0093209-BUFORD #7-ANADARKO E&P CO LP- AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR-WELL #7 RRC #231741-0.009689-RI; 9 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 00931950947439RI, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 8: 0093195-BUFORD #6-ANADARKO E&P CO LP- AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR-WELL #6 RRC #230434-0.009689-RI; 10— 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 00929240947439OR100000, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 9: LEASE # 0092924 BUFORD #5 (ANADARKO E&P CO LP) AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR WELL #5 RRC #206467, 320 ACRES 10.1705% OR; 11 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 0092924947439OR100000, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 10: LEASE # 0092924 BUFORD #5 (ANADARKO E&P CO LP) AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR WELL #5 RRC #206467, 320 ACRES 10.1705% OR; 12 — 020880CCL2 12/02/19, 00932090947439OR, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 11: 0093209-BUFORD #7-ANADARKO E&P CO
LP- AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR-WELL #7 RRC #231741-0.101705-OR; 13 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 00931950947439OR, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 12: 0093195-BUFORD #6-ANADARKO E&P CO LP- AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR-WELL #6 RRC #230434-0.101705OR; 14 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 00929170947439OR, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 13: LEASE # 0092917 KENNEDY MAJOR ESTATE #12 (ANADARKO E&P CO LP) AB 42 JOHN WALLING SURVEY WELL #12 RRC #206909, 702.87 ACR; 15 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, N990094246, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 14: 0093209-BUFORD #7-ANADARKO E&P CO LP- AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR-WELL #7 RRC #231741-0.009689RI; 16 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, N990087946, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 15: 0093195-BUFORD #6-ANADARKO E&P CO LP- AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR-WELL #6 RRC #230434-0.009689-RI; 17 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 0092924947439RI100000, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 16: LEASE # 0092924 BUFORD #5 (ANADARKO E&P CO LP) AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR WELL #5 RRC #206467, 320 ACRES 0.9689% RI; 18 — 020880-CCL2 12/02/19, 00929240947439RI100000, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CCI EAST TEXAS UPSTREAM, LLC, ET AL, TRACT 23: LEASE # 0092924 BUFORD #5 (ANADARKO E&P CO LP) AB 239 JOHN WALLING SUR WELL #5 RRC #206467, 320 ACRES 0.9689% RI; 19 — 021290CCL2 08/03/20, 192040, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. WILLIAM WELLS, ET AL, LT 6B BLK 1 (NCB 619) BOB WILLIAMS (E 25’OF N 90’ LT 6); 20 — 021293-CCL2 10/13/20, 20622, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. DESMON JACKSON, ET AL, AB 2 A R JOHNSON SUR TR 39 SEC 4; 21 — 022088CCL2 08/03/20, 61736, LONGVIEW INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. GERALD WALTERS, LTS 9 & 10 BLK 1A (NCB 440) (N 1/2 LT 9) RADIO CITY; 22 — 021614-CCL2 08/03/20, 86080, SABINE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. JAMES GERALD SANSONE, ET AL, AB 155 G NEEDHAM SUR TR 6-02 LBL # HWC306193-4, 23 — 021730-CCL2 08/03/20, 14079, KILGORE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. MARY L. BENSON, AKA MARY BENSON, AB 36 W P CHISM SUR TR 241; 24 — 022045-CCL2 08/03/20, 12367, KILGORE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, ET AL VS HELEN MAY WELLS, AKA HELLEN MAY
GILBERT, AB 40 J S CARITHERS SUR TR 8 UND INT (any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Gregg County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract.) or, upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs.
Dated at Longview, Texas, November 3, 2020 Notes: The Minimum Bid is the lesser of the amount awarded in the judgment plus interest and costs or the adjudged value. However, the Minimum Bid for a person owning an interest in the property or for a person who is a party to the suit (other than a taxing unit), is the aggregate amount of the judgments against the property plus all costs of suit and sale. ALL SALES SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. THERE MAY BE ADDITIONAL TAXES DUE ON THE PROPERTY WHICH HAVE BEEN ASSESSED SINCE THE DATE OF THE JUDGMENT. For more information, contact your attorney or LINEBARGER GOGGAN BLAIR & SAMPSON, LLP., attorney for plaintiffs, at (903) 757-5448
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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
Campus Initiative grant announced By Kay Ray 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.
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.
McAlister’s Deli hosts fundraiser for the Longview ISD Foundation on Dec. 8 By Kay Ray McAlister’s Deli, 2804 Judson Road, will host a dining fundraiser night for the Longview ISD Foundation, Inc on Tuesday, Dec. 8, from 5 p.m. until closing. All funds raised will benefit the Foundation’s three grant programs: the Great Rewards for Great Ideas Grant Program, the Campus Initiative Grant Program, and the John W. Harrison, Jr. Academic Field Trip Grant Program. So the Foundation can hold this dine in or take-out order dining night, McAlister’s Deli asks that people who plan to participate check in at www.groupraise.com/ events/168998-longview-isd -foundation-inc-at-mcalister-s -deli by Saturday, December 5, 2020.
McAlister’s Deli promises safe restaurant dining, curbside pickup, and contactless delivery of its delicious salads, sandwiches, soups, spuds, famous iced tea, and delicious desserts. Don’t cook on December 8; instead, enjoy a delicious meal from McAlister’s Deli. McAlister’s Deli on Judson Road has been a loyal supporter of the Longview ISD Foundation for many years. Please plan to dine at McAlister’s or order take out on Tuesday, December 8, and help the Longview ISD Foundation raise funds to enhance educational opportunity for all LISD students. Now in its 26th year of service to the educators and students in Longview ISD, the Foundation has returned over $930,000 to LISD classrooms and campuses.
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