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Vol. 3 No. 6 June 2018
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n a warm and breezy evening at Lobo Stadium, the Class of 2018 donned cap and gown to celebrate their graduation from Longview High School... and begin the first day of the rest of their lives.
Senior Class President Teresa Orona greeted the crowd, sharing an impassioned and light-hearted exhortation to her peers. “We are stepping out of the hallways of Longview High School and into the real world, where we won’t always have second chances,” she said. LHS salutatorian Suzanne Zeid urged her classmates to not play it safe having graduated from high school, but to seek even greater heights of personal growth and achievement. “We are the generation who will bring about positive change and rebuild our country,” she said. “All that’s required of us is that we don’t give in.” Class of 2018 valedictorian Stephanie Guck recalled fond memories of how far the class had come since their elementary days, and reminded them of the importance of understanding from where one comes to better understand where one needs to go. “Take a look around, this may be the last time you get to share these memories with some of the faces in this green-clad crowd,” she said. “The bonds built here will carry on throughout your life no matter how far you go.” With some offers still pending, scholarships total $5,415,784 for 129 seniors. The Top 2 percent of the Class of 2018 includes (in alphabetical order): Isabella Cowart, Levi Grant, Stephanie Guck, Madeline Johnson, Sean King, William Langston, Justin Melendez, Carter Sorrels, Kyra Turner, and Suzanne Zeid. Graduates finishing in the Top 10 percent of their class includes (in alphabetical order): Elizabeth Adeeko, Ana Aguilar, Kamri Alexander, Madeline Archer, Mariana Aviles-Gutierrez, Joshua Babino,
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OUR EMPLOYEES! Rotary Club honors
Longview ISD teachers and staff were honored for their years of service May 10th at the annual Employee Awards Banquet. There were more than 40 teachers and staff honored for 15 to 25 years of service to the district. The crowd also celebrated five honorees were recognized for their 30-35 years of service accepted their awards. But most impressive were the four employees honored for 40-45 years at LISD. 45 years: Geardean Whitaker 40 years: Laura Lott, Latitia Wilson, and Joyce Thompson 35 years: Ginger Pritchard 30 years: Esther Davis, Mike Gipson, Brian Kasper, Vonda White 25 years: Queen Bell, Myra Coby, Patty Daniel, Alma Denkins, Sherri Fagan-Lewis, Susan Moon, Jackie Mullins, Debra Nelson, Trevelyn Phillips,
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Bobbie Wade, Oslyn Williams, Susanne Yohe 20 years: Barbara Briley, Cheryl Buchanan, Sue Carter, Michael Cherry, Lula Decker, Cathy Edwards, Samuel Ferguson, Arbee Fuller, Dorothy Garrett, Cheryl Gutierrez, Izinia Horn, Linda Jones, Robin King, Laurita Lister, Helen Merriman, Don Moughon, Lois Nowell, Nelda Oswalt, Brian Pitts, Natalia Sanchez, Mary Sanders, Sarah Sheppard, Randal Steelman, and Diane Venson 15 years: Elizabeth Bailey, Cynthia Bickerdike, Eunice Callejas, Melody Fitzgerald, Ana Garcia, Cynthia Harris, Guy Jacobs, Perry Jeffery, Alethea Johnson, Kimberly Jones, Lana Magness, Loretta Thompson Martin, Frances Mitchell, Martin Morris, Angela Reagan, Joey Russ, and Martha Vaca.
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The Longview Rotary Club honored Ned E. Williams Elementary teacher Mrs. Elizabeth Rachel Virgen during their regular meeting May 22nd at the Summit Club of Longview. Mrs. Virgen was recognized as the May 2018 Teacher of the Month for excellence both inside and outside the classroom. “The Longview Rotary Club is glad to honor our educators for their tireless work in ‘service above self’ for our community,” said club officer Dietrich Johnson. Mrs. Virgen was born in Longview to Tommy and Lynne Lloyd. She has one older sister named Reagan. Her mother, Lynne, was a special education teacher and drill team director at Longview High School and her father, Tommy, has a local insurance company. After graduating from Longview High School she went on to attend the University of Texas at Tyler, where she received a Bachelor’s of Science Degree in History with teacher certification. Since the fall of 2012 she has been a special education inclusion teacher at Forest Park Middle School, where she was named Teacher of the Year in 2016-17. For the last two years Mrs. Virgen has participated in a graduate program at the University of Texas at Tyler. In May of 2018 she graduated with a Master’s degree in Special Education with her diagnostician certification. She is married to her husband Alfredo, and together they have one daughter. The Longview Rotary Club recognizes a local teacher and student each month during regular luncheon meetings.
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LONGVIEW CLASS OF 2018 Believe in Excellence
THE LONGVIEW VOICE — Employees |Continued from page 1 Also recognized were 12 teachers, administrators, and staff who are retiring this year: Linda Bailey, Julia Bennett, Debra Byrd, Alice Chumley, Lauell Jernigan, Carolyn Jones, Lisa Long, Stephanie Spivey, Randy Steelman, Joyce Thompson, Bobbie Wade, and Geardean Whitaker. “The lives you touch and mold are important,” said Superintendent Dr. James Wilcox said. “We see every year at the Awards of Excellence the finished product of all your hard work. These students are a reflection of your time, effort, and how much you care.”
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Class of 2018|Continued from page 1 John Earnest, Alexander Garza, Jensen Gates, Carrie Gilliland, McAndrew Henderson, Alyssa Jester, Caitlin Johnson, Mary-Claire Jones, Maria Landin, Collin Lee, Rachel Lin, Olivia Lorenz, Hallie McFarland, Ashley Mendenhall, Hannah Miller, Vanessa Monsivais, Itzel Montoya, Olivia Norrell, Bailey Odom, Logan Spence, Kindra Taylor, Noah Terry, Jacobus Van Zyl, Kyia Elise Walker, Taylor Lucia Weedon. It was a joyous celebration as well as a solemn tribute to three students who passed away during the 2017-18 school year: Rylie Malone, Jessup Sanders, and Lacey Smarr. LHS Principal James Brewer said the students’ deaths “each left a tremendous void in the Longview High School community.” “All of Longview ISD mourns with the families of each of these students, and we remember each of them for the wonderful young people they were,” he said.
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Coming events
June 1 Last day of school 4 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 1/JV Camp 6-14 years (LHS Tennis Complex) 4 p.m. Foster Middle School Year End Dance (Foster Main Gym) June 2 8 a.m. SAT Testing (Longview High School) June 4 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 2 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 5 p.m. Longview Lobo Softball Camp (Softball Field) 5 p.m. Lady Lobo Basketball Summer League Practice (Lobo Coliseum) June 5 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 2 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 4 p.m. Chaka Jackson All Skills Volleyball Camp (Forest Park Main Gym) 5 p.m. Lady Lobo Basketball Summer League Practice (Lobo Coliseum) June 6 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 2 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) 5 p.m. Longview Lobo Softball Camp (Softball Field) June 7 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 2 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 4 p.m. Chaka Jackson All Skills Volleyball Camp (Forest Park Main Gym) 5 p.m. Lobo Boys Basketball Summer League (Lobo Coliseum) June 8 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 2 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) June 9 8 a.m. ACT Testing (Longview High School) 8 a.m. FCA All Star Football Game (Lobo Stadium)
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June 11 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 8 a.m. Lobo Boys Basketball Camp (Lobo Coliseum) 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 3/JV Camp 6-14 years (LHS Tennis Complex) 4 p.m. Chaka Jackson East Texas Summer Volleyball League (Lobo Coliseum) 5 p.m. Lady Lobo Basketball Summer League Practice (Lobo Coliseum) 5 p.m. Longview Lobo Softball Camp (Softball Field) 7 p.m. Board of Trustees Regular Meeting (ESC building) June 12 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 8 a.m. Lobo Boys Basketball Camp
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ELEMENTARY Kindergarten Round-Up June 2018
set for June 5-6
Longview ISD will hold its Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten Round Up for the 20182019 School Year on from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. June 5-6 at the Montessori Prep Academy, 400 N. Eastman Road, Longview. Parents should bring a photo ID, the student’s birth certificate and Social Security card; current shot records; proof of address such as an electric bill, water bill or lease. Parents will also need to bring two recent paycheck stubs for Pre-K enrollment. The Montessori program allows children to work and learn at their own pace and encourages individualized instruction. Longview ISD uses Montessori education for Head Start, pre-K and kindergarten students districtwide. Starting this year, 1st grade Montessori education will be housed at Ware Elementary. For more information contact Dr. Jacqueline Burnett at (903) 803-5000.
GT Open House
Gifted & Talented students from Hudson PEP, JL Everhart, and JohnstonMcQueen elementaries presented their research projects May 23 at Bramlette Elementary. It was amazing to walk around to the different displays and hear these young people talk about their research and conclusions, and to see the evident work they put into these projects.
1s all the way! Congratulations to the Hudson PEP Elementary band, orchestra, and choir! They all received straight 1s at their South Post Competition.
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Gators and friends!
3rd graders from Johnston-McQueen Elementary took a field trip to Gators & Friends Exotic Zoo May 25th!
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JL Everhart hosts musical program
Students at JL Everhart had a soothing start to their day on May 23 by listening to professional pianist David Berryhill. The concert was combination of upbeat classical songs, relaxing melodies, and a few Disney favorites. Students were excited to hear music they were learning about in their music classes and cheered loudly as each song ended. The morning concert concluded with a solo by principal Arthur Brown, belting the lyrics to “A
Whole New World” from Disney’s Aladdin.
Student artwork to adorn city sanitation vehicles Longview ISD students Azja Dunham and Eli White are so excited that their artwork was chosen to adorn city recycling trucks. It should be up for 7 or more years. Thank you to Keep Longview Beautiful for organizing this neat project!
June 14 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 8 a.m. Lobo Boys Basketball Camp (Lobo Coliseum) 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 3/JV Camp 6-14 years (LHS Tennis Complex) 4 p.m. Chaka Jackson All Skills Volleyball Camp (Forest Park Main Gym) 5 p.m. Lobo Boys Basketball Summer League (Lobo Coliseum) June 15 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 3/JV Camp 6-14 years (LHS Tennis Complex) June 17 Fathers Day June 18 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 4/JV Camp 6-14 years (LHS Tennis Complex) 8 a.m. Lobo Summer Baseball Camp (Lobo Baseball Complex) 1 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 5 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) 4 p.m. Chaka Jackson East Texas Summer Volleyball League (Lobo Coliseum) June 19 Juneteenth & Emancipation Day 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 4/JV Camp 6-14 years (LHS Tennis Complex) 8 a.m. Lobo Summer Baseball Camp (Lobo Baseball Complex) 1 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 5 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) 6 p.m. TSA Nationals Rehearsal (LHS Little Theatre) June 20 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 4/JV Camp 6-14 years (LHS Tennis Complex) 1 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 5 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) June 21 TSA National Conference (Atlanta, Ga.) 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 4/JV Camp 6-14 years (LHS Tennis Complex) 1 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 5 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) 5 p.m. Lobo Boys Basketball Summer League (Lobo Coliseum)
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Ware Elementary Honor Choir earns TAKING OFF! honors
Congratulations to the JL Everhart Honor Choir for winning 2nd place at the Sandy Lake Music Funfest on May 17. We are so proud of our students and their fabulous teacher Esther Davis. Longview ISD board member Ted Beard stopped by Ware Elementary May 18 to give a demonstration of a model rocket launch. “We always want our students to be thinking outside of the box, and to have high ambitions for their future,” Beard said. “This demonstration is just to give them a small glimpse of the possibilities and, hopefully, encourage more of our students to take an interest in science as an area of study and a career.”
Foam Party FUN!
All about the SCIENCE
4th graders traveled to Daingerfield State Park May 16 to learn about the Ecosystem. Looks like they had a great day. Hudson PEP students cooled things off over Memorial Day weekend with a Foam Party at the campus!
Dr. Mack gives back
Communities In Schools of East Texas partnered with Bramlette Elementary and Dr. Madison Mack to speak with the students about the importance of proper oral hygiene May 30. “It was our hope that the presentation would heighten the students awareness and provide them with the steps necessary to maintain good oral hygiene,” said Chloe Jedlick, Bramlette Elementary Communities in Schools. After the presentation, students participated in a free oral hygiene exam.
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June 2018
P TA’s Honorar y Texas Life Membership is one of the highest honors that can be bestowed upon an individual by the Texas PTA for outstanding contributions to the well being of children and youth. Johnston-McQueen PTA is honored to present Mrs. Rhonda Small, 5th grade Science teacher, with Honorary Life Membership in recognition of distinguished service to children and youth.
‘Chicks’ growing at PEP
Hudson PEP 1st Graders had the opportunity to be mini-parents to baby chicks and experience the hatch process on May 4. Trevor King with the Texas A&M agrilife extension department made several trips to the campus to discuss the different cycles of the “hatch cycle” with the students and what they would need to do everyday to help “nurse” the baby chicks to a healthy “hatching” stage. The students were very excited to see King inject dye into the eggs to create multi-color chicks. He assured the students that this was 100% safe for their “babies.” “It was great to see them care so much for the chicks,” King said. “They were very excited to create colorful chicks, but first they were concerned for the safety of the chicks. It shows what great kids are here.” “We were really excited to do this program at Hudson PEP,” said Ashley McClanahan, Hudson PEP STEM Lab teacher. “The students are thrilled to work with Trevor again and see what the next project will be.” The egg demonstrations are hoped to be repeated at South Ward and Ware campuses at the beginning of the 2018-2019 school year.
Page 7 June 22 TSA National Conference (Atlanta, Ga.) 8 a.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 4/JV Camp 6-14 years (LHS Tennis Complex) 1 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 5 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) June 23 TSA National Conference (Atlanta, Ga.) 8 a.m. Trent Williams Youth Football Camp (Lobo Stadium) June 25 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 4 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 5 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) June 26 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 4 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 5 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) June 27 4 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 5 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) June 28 8 a.m. Lobo Strength & Conditioning Camp (Lobo Stadium & Weight Room) 4 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 5 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex) 5 p.m. Lobo Boys Basketball Summer League (Lobo Coliseum) June 29 4 p.m. Tennis Summer Camp Session 5 Advanced (LHS Tennis Complex)
Family of Hudson PEP namesake visits campus
Hudson PEP students and staff got a visit from some very special guests on April 26. The family of Maggie B. Hudson, the school’s namesake, dropped by the school to speak with the teachers, staff, and students. They shared pride in the family history and sparked a curiosity in the students regarding the person that inspired the school’s name. The family continues her legacy of valuing education and encouraging young minds. “We were delighted in giving them a tour of the school and learning more about the Hudson family,” said Janet Adams, Hudson PEP Counselor.
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MIDDLE SCHOOL Math/Science team takes State! Foster Middle School’s Math & Science team finished in the top five of Texas at the TMSCA meet April 21 in San Antonio, with several students earning gold in individual competition. “All twenty five students who qualified to go to the state competition represented Foster superbly,” said Christi Shobert, 6th Grade Gifted & Talented teacher. “The work ethic and dedication of these students is second to none.” Ranked 5th overall out of 77 schools in Class 6A (the largest classification in the state of Texas), Foster students took top honors in several events. With a perfect score in the 8th Grade General Math category, Aditya Jagarlamudi was named Co-Champion. 6th Grader Aman Saridena earned 1st place in both Number Sense and Calculator events, and the Foster Calculator Team of Aditya Jagarlamudi, Rachna Eular, Natalie Holder, and Aman Saridena brought home the gold as well! More results are as follows: Number Sense 3rd place team: Rachna Edular, Aditya Jagarlamudi, Gowri Rangu, Aman Saridena General Math 8th place team: Aditya Jagarlamdi, Rachna Edular, Iniabasi Ekpenyong, Aman Saridena Number Sense 2nd place: Aditya Jagarlamudi 11th place: Rachna Edular 15th place: Gowri Rangu 16th place: Iniabasi Ekpenyong Calculator (8th Grade) 4th place: (tie) Rachna Edular and Aditya Jagarlamudi 8th place: Natalie Holder General Math (6th Grade) 9th place: Aman Saridena Science (6th Grade) 20th place: Dominic Pistone Principal John York praised the hard work of the students, their parents, as well as teachers Christi Shobert, Diana Howard, Debi Lindeken, Chris Simpson, and LaShundra Rodgers for making this success possible. “You just can’t say enough about the job these young people have done,” he added. “Foster Middle School is proud of them, and we appreciate the time and energy of our wonderful parents and staff.” Superintendent Dr. James Wilcox echoed the sentiment, recognizing the students, staff, and parents “who make it all possible.” “Behind every ribbon, trophy, or award these hard-working students earn, are tireless educators and family members, so many people committing of their time and abilities to help these students reach these heights,” he added.
‘Science Blitz’ gets students ready for STAAR Judson Middle hosted a science-based STAAR Blitz on April 21 and May 12. Students were able to pre-register for the event and buses picked the students up and drop them off at the close of the event. “We wanted to give students every opportunity to attend,” said William Houff, Principal. “We knew this would be a beneficial experience before the STAAR and a fun, hands on way to prepare.” Students rotated stations in the gym throughout the day. Each station was interactive and allowed the students to grasp concepts they learned in the classroom in a different way. After the stations, students were served pizza, participated in a raffle for door prizes, and received some very exciting news: an extra jean day!
BLUE DEVIL BAND! Congratulations to the Beginner and Intermediate Band for getting 1st Division at Sound Post Music Festival May 23rd! Way to go Blue Devil Band!
To the next level... 5th Graders from Longview ISD took campus tours to Foster, Forest Park, and Judson middle schools last month, as they get ready to promote to 6th Grade next year
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Hannah McCrory and Kayden Newhouse earn perfect score on ACT
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Think back to the last time you took an important test. How did you feel after it was over? Did you ace it or did it ace you? Each school year, students from Foster Middle School, Forest Park Middle School, and Judson Middle School take the ACT in order to qualify to be a Duke Scholar Talent Identification Program (TIP). This year was an outstanding year for Longview ISD middle school students; there were four that received National Grade Recognition and 13 that received State Recognition. Two 7th grade Foster Middle students accomplished a feat that a student only dreams of when taking a national accredited exam: A PERFECT SCORE. Hannah McCrory and Kayden Newhouse made a perfect score on the ACT Reading test. They were both surprised when they heard about their perfect score. “I didn’t believe it,” said McCrory. “My mom texted me the results and it was UNREAL for a second.” Newhouse was busy wrapping her mind around the fact that she earned a perfect score on a test given to high school students. “It was unbelievable, a perfect score,” said Newhouse. “How does that happen?!” Students at Foster Middle School who were taking the ACT were prepped in a four week ACT class taught by Helen Davis and Kay Ray. The students said they would practice in the class and also received take home study packets to continue practice testing. Even with their perfect score, Newhouse and McCrory will have to take the test again in high school. But they both feel this experience has helped create a sense of calm and preparedness. “I figured out ways I can improve the next time,” said McCrory. “Time management is key.” Newhouse said she was surprised at how easy the reading portion of the test was. “Everyone thought the reading was so hard but Hannah and I thought it was pretty easy. We thought the math was really hard. I was extremely nervous because this is an advanced test that all these high schoolers take and then I opened up and it was like advanced #STAAR.” The Duke University Talent Identification Program (Duke TIP) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to serving academically gifted and talented youth. Duke TIP works with students, their families, and educators to identify, recognize, challenge, engage, and help students reach their highest potential.
Judson Fiesta
Students and members of the Judson Middle School Culture Club doted on teachers Friday, May 4 with a Mexican meal. Judson students were happy to serve a wonderful lunch with their teachers. The students were excited to explain the different foods and flavors of their moms’ homemade meals. Tamales, taquitos, and variety of salsas were on hand with homemade flan and tres leches cakes.
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Dragon Band burns through competition The Foster Middle School Band program ended their year with trips to music competitions and performances by all three ensembles. The Advanced Band performed at the Region 21 Middle School UIL Concert & Sight-Reading Contest at Lindale High School in April and received an Excellent rating on Stage
and a Superior rating in Sight-Reading (getting straight 1’s from all three judges). The Advanced Band is conducted by Head Director, Mr. Nathan Brazell and Assistant Director, Mr. Cody Sturdivant. The Intermediate Band performed at the SoundPost Music Festival at Canton High School in May and received a Superior rating (the highest rating possible). The Intermediate Band is conducted by Head Director, Mr. Nathan Brazell and Assistant Director, Mr. Cody Sturdivant. The Beginner Band also performed at the SoundPost Music Festival at Canton High School in May and received a Superior rating (getting straight 1’s from all three judges). The Beginner Band is conducted by Head Director, Mr. Nathan Brazell and Assistant Directors, Mr. Cody Sturdivant, Mr. Arri Moore, and Mr. Bobby Richardson.
LPD ‘Blue Santa’ gives Longview student a ride
When a typical school day comes to the mind it might include social circles, a test, or even if it is an A or B day. For Joseph Alvarado, it means a one hour long walk to the LEAD campus. That was until two Longview Police officers took an interest in him. They saw him walking to school, asked him why he walked and decided they needed to help. Two days later, they had a surprise for Joseph. Longview ISD is grateful to have great partnerships with Longview Police Department and Gregg County Sheriff’s Office. We are especially grateful to our SROs who stepped up and made this happy for Joseph. Thank you Officer Montalvo and Patrol Sergeant T. Freeman for your big hearts and motivation to help a student who was doing everything possible to continue his education.
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Get Your Badges On! Congrats to Hudson PEP teacher Kasie Koonce for being May’s Instructional Technology Monthly “Get Your Badges On” Chromebook winner
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Lobos celebrate Special Olympics
Coach Tommy Jamerson hosted the annual Special Education Olympics at Lobo Stadium Friday, May 11. The event kicked off with the National Anthem performed by choir student, Jamareus Jones. Terrance Brookins, Forest Park Middle School, MC’d the event and has done so since 2003. Before the march of the schools, Laura Lott, told the crowd “today is much more than a day of competition. Today is about heart and spirit.” This was so true. This was shown in the competitors, the teachers that gave their time, and the student volunteers. It was apparent from the stands the heart that was shown from the track
and on the field. The students in the events had a wonderful day and the lobo football players and lobo cheerleaders that volunteered made the memorable for the competitors. But there is something to be said for the heart of the volunteers, the teachers and students. This day, this day of spirit and heart, is something that will forever live in their minds, their hearts, their souls. This day of spirit and heart, and not just competition, had something for everyone who was present. It had something so much more than can be described, thank you to everyone who made this day happen and to everyone who supported this wonderful day.
Lobos in the NFL As much as we’re all eager for the “Friday Night Lights” in August, we’re also looking forward to seeing our Lobos on Sundays. Following April 29’s professional draft, there are now FIVE former Lobos in the NFL: Newly-acquired rookies Travin Howard (LB, Los Angeles) and Zaycoven Henderson (DT, Cleveland) join Pete Robertson (LB, Washington), Chris Ivory (RB, Buffalo), and All-World lineman Trent “Silverback” Williams. Keep up the great work, guys! Lobo Nation is proud of you!
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GREEN & WHITE GAME
The Longview Lobos wrap up spring practice with the annual Green & White Game at Lobo Stadium. Head coach John King said he was impressed by how his players developed over
Spring Signing Day
The 2018 late signing class included eight lobos and lady lobos from football, swimming, track, and basketball. “These athletes were not only successful on the field, but also in the classroom,” said Athletic Director John King. “It’s also a testament to your support team, your parents or grandparents. Those people who love you, who supported you, who drove you to practice, who came to your games, who pushed you when you thought you couldn’t go anymore. They got you right in that seat.”
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the course of spring practices, but added, “We’ve still got a lot of work to do before we’re playing the way we need to be in order to compete at the highest levels (Class 6A) of Texas high school football.”
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5th Grade Olympics Thank you Seniors! Fifth grade students from all Longview ISD elementary schools attended the 5th Grade Olympics held May 29 at Lobo Stadium. Students participated in races and field events.
Congratulations to our Lobo Band seniors who graduated last month with the Class of 2018! We are proud of you, and thank you for your band leadership!
Sweetheart & Beau Congratulations to our Lobo Band seniors who graduated last month with the Class of 2018! We are proud of you, and thank you for your band leadership!
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HIGH SCHOOL
Future freshmen fall in for ‘Fish Camp’ Eighth grade students from Foster, Forest Park, and Judson visited Longview High School on May 23 for the inaugural “Fish Camp” orientation. Usually a summer initiative to get 8th graders acquainted with the campus, freshman administrators Donna Clark and Penny Champion wanted to try something new this year. “It was great having this during the school year because it allowed everyone to attend,” said Clark. “We usually get half of the incoming freshman class, but today it was great to have all of them at LHS learning about what lies ahead.” Freshman Ambassadors, Lobo Cheer, and freshman class leaders assisted in the campus tours which ended with a Fish Camp Pep Rally. The students were able to visit various departments and learn about Pre-AP, Early College, Dual Credit, and CTE tracks. They had the opportunity to speak with teachers, coaches, and administrators about their high school journey.
48 seniors receive IB hoods The Class of 2018 had their IB Hooding on Thursday, May 3 at the Summit Club. The senior class had 48 students that received their hoods for graduation, topping last year’s 39 graduates. This class celebrated each other in their essays, along with beloved teachers, Beverly Coker and Jeff Bock and his “Bock-isms” (written by the junior class each day on his board). It is obvious this class will not only miss each other, but the teachers that made such an impression on their education and the many hours spent in IB.
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Engineering a Hannah Miller wins Mayor Mack brighter future Scholarship
Mayor Andy Mack announced the winners of his annual scholarship during the May 16 City Council meeting, among them was Longview High School graduate Hannah Miller. “Hannah is a standout in every sense of the word,” said Mayor Mack. “It was a privilege to award her with the Mayoral Scholarship for LHS this year.” The scholarship funds come out of the Mayor’s annual stipend. Rather than take a salary, the mayor’s stipend will be used to invest in students’ futures. Hannah was one of four graduating seniors from Longview, Pine Tree, Spring Hill, or Hallsville high schools. The application includes a one-page essay on how you desire to make an impact on improving Longview. Here is Hannah’s winning essay: I anticipate contributing to society by becoming a registered nurse and serving in the pediatrics wing. Nurses are there throughout the entire process, which allows the patient to have a comforting face before and after procedures. Also, they can advocate for the patient’s safety and interpret patient information to make crucial decisions about health care when necessary. I will be attending the University of Texas at Tyler to pursue this degree and I will be going into the pre-nursing program as a freshman. I plan applying to the college of nursing and health sciences to achieve a Bachelor of Science degree. After graduating from this program, I will be eligible to apply to take the National Council Licensure Examination for licensure to become a registered nurse. I grew up at First Christian Church in Kilgore, Texas and met many families through it. There was a lady named Whitney, and we were all thrilled when she told us that she was going to have a little girl. What she didn’t know was that it was going to impact the rest of her life. The doctors told her that her daughter, named Aralyn Faith, had fluid on her brain. Soon after she was diagnosed with a rare chromosome disorder called Trisomy 8 and Agenesis of the Corpus Callosum. The doctors told her that her daughter would not live, and she needed to prepare herself. Two and a half years later, Aralyn, who most call Bunny, is still living and fighting to stay alive. Today Aralyn is seven years old and is overcoming every obstacle thrown her way. Watching such a beautiful young baby fight and her mother supporting her and not giving up is truly inspiring. Bunny’s nurses would comfort Whitney and tell her to stay strong and never give up on her beautiful baby girl. This experience has lead me to want to become a pediatric nurse and help kids like Aralyn Faith and give their parents the same support and hope. Pediatric nurses provide health and medical care for children from birth through their late teens. Growing up in a household with a single parent has taught me how to become independent and work hard to achieve greatness. My father hasn’t always been a part of my life; therefore, my mom has had to support 3 kids on a single income for almost 10 years. He has been unable to keep a steady job over the last 10 years; therefore, I had to get a job the summer before my junior year to help pay for my car and college classes. I worked almost 25 hours a week, while cheering, studying for several dual credit college classes and obtaining a 3.47 GPA. Volunteering allows you to get out and be active in the world. Whether it’s going out to apartments and teaching the kids bible stories to passing out food and blankets to the homeless people downtown. Any activity will make a huge impact in the community and the lives of others around you. Getting involved will make you feel better about yourself and helps you grow as a person throughout the community. Seeing those that are less fortunate and that do not have the same luxuries that you have, makes you grateful. I have done several community service activities throughout Longview such as Buckner Valentines party, Hwy 80 can drive, Coats for Kids, etc… but the one I’ve enjoyed the most is the Buddy Walk for Down Syndrome. I have known Alex Mack since we were babies. We did gymnastics together at a young age and she has become a sister to me. Currently we have both been cheerleaders together at Longview High School and there never seems to be a dull moment when she’s around. She always manages to make me laugh and her bubbly personality manages to light up the room in an instant. Every year she asks me if I’m going to be on her team for the Buddy Walk and I can’t imagine saying no. This has been a great opportunity to get involved in the community and celebrate the joyful lives of those who have Down Syndrome. I plan on coming home every year to walk with Alex as her buddy to show her love and support. Another community service activity I enjoyed doing was painting fire hydrants with the National Honor Society. We went throughout Longview and cleaned and painted old fire hydrants bright yellow to help firefighters see them better at night. It’s crazy how something so small can make a huge impact on the community. I enjoy getting involved and I plan on volunteering as much as possible even when I move off to college.
Charles Mosley, Longview High Career & Technology Engineering Teacher, hosted the 3rd annual Engineering Design & Development presentations on May 3. Engineering students in the Project Lead the Way capstone course were tasked with creating and developing a engineering problem/solution project. The audience were able to watch as students discussed their topic selection, justification of needs, solution parameters, building techniques, and testing results/conclusions. There were five presentations and $4,000 in scholarships for the top two teams. Topics ranged from DIY 3D printers to finger prosthetics. Second place went to Victor Jaimez (Finger Prosthetics) and First place went to David Dillon and Noah Dean (Daily Nvis). Thank you to the judges for your participation in the event and the sponsors, Eastman Chemical Company and Johnson & Pace, Inc.
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Hunter Fenton gets full- Bringing back the ‘Rollercar’ ride Peters Scholarship Thank you to Peters Chevrolet Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram Fiat for providing a full ride scholarship for Hunter Fenton to attend Kilgore College to pursue a degree in Automotive Technology. “We are so proud of Hunter and all he has been able to accomplish,” said Raymond Paul Bouis, LHS automotive teacher. “It is wonderful to work with
Peters to provide this opportunity to Hunter and we are excited to have great partners like them to invest in our students’ education. They understand employing outstanding students is a benefit to the Longview community.”
Certified Lobo Congratulation Will Brown! Will is the f irst Longview FFA member to earn the American Meat Science A ssoc iat ion’s Meat Evaluation Cer tif ication! Certified Lobo!
Way to go Lobo Welders
Congratulations to our Lobo welder winners at TSTC welding contest on May 3! Good job Coach Matt Strange!
The Longview High Art Car Club enlisted the help of the LeTourneau University Automotive Society to help restore a piece of iconic Longview history, the Rollercade Skate Car. The Automotive Society will assist with the mechanical work up of the skate car by adding an engine, transmission (if needed), suspension work, wheel bearings, and possibly more. The timeline to have it running will be the next car show, but the Auto Society would like to have it ready before the Fall Semester. Once the LETU Auto Society has completed their work, the LHS Art Car Club will start their work on the aesthetic restoration in Room 611 of the Fine Arts building at Longview High School. The project started for the Automotive Society when Auto President, Chris Hodges, and LHS Art Teacher, Jeff Hull, began talking at the Longview Car Show in the spring. Hodges was very curious because he had never seen the massive roller skate and was excited to work on the car as a community service project for the Automotive Society. Elizabeth Nelson says it will be a great learning experience and she is excited to work on it. “I mean, it’s not everyday you get to work on a giant roller skate. Who else gets to say they have done that? I think that is pretty unique.” In the 80s and 90s the Rollercade car would
zip around town as a way to advertise the Rollercade. Once it became too expensive to service, the owner used it as a sign and it became one of the standout advertisements in Longview history. The owner of the Rollercade donated the Skate Car to the Art Car Club after the close of the Rollercade to preserve it as a piece of history. There are only nine of these skates created and he wanted to make sure it was protected and not profited from time and time again. “I assured him I would not sell it or try to make a profit from it, I would only maintain it as part of Longview’s story,” said Hull. “That is what this restoration project is about. We want it to run again so it can continue to be a part of Longview’s story.” Hull hopes to have the skate car in parades and car shows for families to enjoy. Members of the Art Car Club would like to thank Gilmer Discount Tire & Brake who gave a discount on four hand coup tires and are going to mount/balance them for free. Oak Hill Automotive set up a discount plan for the Automotive Society to help with expenses. The Art Car Club and Automotive Society are always looking for help to restore the Rollercade Skate Car. If you can help, please reach out to Jeff Hull at jhull@lisd.org.
Great turnout for GenTX signing day
Longview High seniors celebrated Upper ETx GenTX College Signing Day on Friday, April 27. Students brought a copy of their college acceptance letters which were placed on the Acceptance Wall for everyone to celebrate. The first 100 students to enter with their acceptance letters received an “OH YES! I am a COLLEGE BOUND Lobo” t-shirt. Seniors were able to enjoy pizza, sweet treats, and coke floats for lunch and were able to chat with vendors on financial planning. The Class of 2018 had the opportunity to sign the banner wall and leave messages to each other or the Class of 2019. As a first at GenTX, students were able to paint rocks to place in the flower gardens at the high school. “It was wonderful to see our seniors get excited about their new mascots and colleges,” said Kay Ray, College and Career Coordinator. “We are going to keep that excitement here and inspire the upcoming classes while beautifying our campus.” Great turnout for GenTX signing day
Longview High seniors celebrated Upper ETx GenTX College Signing Day on Friday, April 27. Students brought a copy of their college acceptance letters which were placed on the Acceptance Wall for everyone to celebrate. The first 100 students to enter with their acceptance letters received an “OH YES! I am a COLLEGE BOUND Lobo” t-shirt. Seniors were able to enjoy pizza, sweet treats, and coke floats for lunch and were able to chat with vendors on financial planning. The Class of 2018 had the opportunity to sign the banner wall and leave messages to each other or the Class of 2019. As a first at GenTX, students were able to paint rocks to place in the flower gardens at the high school. “It was wonderful to see our seniors get excited about their new mascots and colleges,” said Kay Ray, College and Career Coordinator. “We are going to keep that excitement here and inspire the upcoming classes while beautifying our campus.”
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Thousands of scholarship dollars for Lobo grads
Longview High hosted its annual scholarship awards Sunday, May 6. The Class of 2018 recipients consisted of 129 students with more than $5 million in scholarships from local organizations, businesses, boosters, PTOs, colleges, and universities. Many students received multiple scholarships from local organizations that included Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority IncorporatedEpsilon Zeta Omega Chapter, The Deep East Texas A&M Club, Gregg County Bar Association, Longview Midtown Rotary Club, and Junior League of Longview, Inc to name a few. A new scholarship was an emotional and touching honor for one family and the honorees. The Frank L. LeBus, Jr. 1937 Memorial Football Scholarship was presented to Donovan Brooks and Tyler Wilder by Charles and Marilyn LeBus. Stephanie Guck was presented with the KETK NBCStudent of the Year
and Carter Sorrels was honored with the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen Award. Kay Ray announced Carter Sorrels’ appointment to the United States Naval Academy. Sorrels started the process for appointment in June 2017 and was notified earlier this year. Many Lobo Booster clubs honored athletes, Big Green Marching Machine band members, Longview LOBO Cheercheerleaders, and Longview Viewettes & Viewette Legacies . Coach John King and coaching staff presented scholarships to several outstanding Lobo athletes; Jason Bush, Destiny McAfee, J.C.Blakemore, Jaylin Brown, and Carrie Gilliland to name a few. The awards ceremony ended w it h Kay Ray, Linda Buie, and students saying the morning announcement line from Joseph Brashear. “Remember, we love ya, be safe, don’t text and drive, and GO LOBOS!”
FFA team makes 5th Awards Celebrate straight trip to State Lobo Excellence What do you say to a team that goes to state competition FIVE TIMES IN A ROW? We all need to start practicing because the Longview FFA Meat Evaluation Team has competed at the state level since 2014. This year they took 1st place in District and Reserve Champs in Area VI. Gregorio Alvarez, Will Brown, Santiago Aguilar, and Savannah Humphrey competed at Texas A&M University against 49 other elite schools. These students must complete a qualitative and quantitative study on each carcass or cut to place 6 placing classes of 4 each and determine age, sex, and value of carcasses. They must quality grade carcasses ( Prime, Choice, Select, Standard, Commercial and, Utility) They must yield grade carcasses (a mathematical equation using a preliminary yield grade, ribeye area, kidney, pelvic and heart fat measurements, and hot carcass
weight) They must Identify visually over 100 retail cuts and on each cut know the species name, primal cut name, retail cut name and proper cooking method for each cut. (T-Bone= Beef, Loin, T-bone, Dry) (Denver Style Ribs= Lamb, Breast, Denver Style Ribs, Dry or Moist) Finally, they must take a written exam over everything from the history of meat production to food safety regulations. They also must answer questions about the carcasses they previously evaluated. All of which is performed in a 3-4 hour period 35 degree cooler! Way to go you FFA rock stars!
4L awards scholarships to two senior ladies 4L awards scholarships to two senior ladies Congratulations to Vanessa Rodriguez and Ashlee Logan who received the Longview Lady Lobo Luncheons scholarship on May 30. This scholarship is awarded to Early Graduation High School students who are t a k i n g dual credit courses. The recipients m u s t maintain 2.5 GPA at i n s t i t u t ion of higher education in order to
receive the entire scholarship. The Longview Lady Lobos hos t ma ny f undraiser s throughout the year in order to give this scholarship. “We have some great events planned for this fall and spring,” said president Earlene Moon.
Awards celebrate Lobo excellence The Class of 2018 was honored with dinner, awards, and phenomenal performances May 8 at the annual Awards of Excellence. Each year, teachers have the privilege to choose amongst the senior class, those who excel in academics, art (3D and 2D), band, choir, journalism, dance, orchestra, and theatre. These teachers honor their students with heartfelt speeches about their Longview High journey and wish them well in their post-graduation academic career. The students have the opportunity to wow parents with performances that demonstrate why they were
selected for these honors and tonight was no exception. Several performances ended in standing ovations, but Cynthia Rodriguez and Decosia Avila’s solo choir selections had the audience on their feet before the music was over. They simply stole the show. The Viewette Officer Line gave a stunning performance and the poetry readings by Elizabeth Adeeko and Max Kelt left the crowd yearning to help make a difference. Our seniors will, no doubt, do amazing things in this world no matter what the path. Dr. Wilcox said it best tonight, “thank you for letting us enjoy a little bit of your amazing talent and taking us along for the ride.”
Great job Elissa Future ‘Florists’ of America? Congratulations to Elissa Branch, Longview High senior, who finished in the top 5 at the State UIL Latino history essay contest.
Congrats to Addy and Alicia for passing the Texas State Florists Association Level 1 High School Certification on May 9! So proud of them for their hard work.
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