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The Livingston Independent School District is yours. It belongs to the students, the parents, and the community. The Lion Report is our way of reaching our many members through positive communication and ideas to make life better for our local young people. In Livingston, our greatest strength is our community, and we want everyone to be able to share in the power of education and the local schools. Enjoy this daily gift to you and the good news about our local young people.
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Livingston ISD - Friday, February 1, 2008
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The Livingston ISD School Board will have a special called meeting on
February 5, 2008 - 6:00 p.m. at the LISD Administration Building |
Don't miss "The Cover of Life" - Saturday Night in the LHS Auditorium
February 2, 2008 - 6:30 p.m.
First Place Winner - Junior High One-Act Play!
Click Here for Details!
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Second Place Earned by First Rate Teams
Submitted by Marie Holder and Dean Boyd, Elementary UIL
Livingston ISD - With pencils sharpened and minds set for a victory, students and coaches from Timber Creek Elementary, Pine Ridge Elementary and Livingston Intermediate School worked together to bring home "Second Place" trophies from the Lumberton Elementary UIL Meet on Saturday, January 26, 2007.
Teams included:
2nd Grade Math: Evan Kennedy/1st place, Nicholas Arrendondo/3rd place, Joshua Staples/3rd place, Damien Reider, Ann Hill/Coach.
2nd Grade Oral Reading: Sabrina Russell/2nd place, Madelyn Oliver, Tyler Doyle, Mercedes Webb, Julie Delahoussaye/Coach.
2nd Grade Storytelling: Jessica Hollie, Anna Hendrix, Tyler Ann Jackson, Payton Brown, Julie Crown/Coach.
2nd Grade Creative Writing: Kristen VanWagner/1st place, Emily Ausburn/6th place, Tyler Olvera, Damien Reed, Hattie Criswell/Coach.
2nd Grade Spelling: Zoe McDowell/1st place, Kat Saylor/2nd place, Emily Grice, Cody Ross, Deena Galloway/Coach.
3rd Grade Spelling: Jonas Turnbough/5th place, Brittany Bergman, Alejandra Hernandez, Karen Sanders/Coach.
3rd Grade Math: Aaron Stanley/3rd place, Bryce Holmes/4th place, Eric Houston/6th place, Nicholas Guthrie, Frances Harrell/Coach.
3rd Creative Writing: Jessica Hampton/2nd place, Jenna Perkins/4th place, Brooke White, Kendall Howard, Caryn McLendon/Coach.
3rd Storytelling: Kaela Marberry/2nd place, Madison Reed/4th place, Jordan Potter, Mikayla Snodgrass, Kathy Stark/Coach.
3rd Oral Reading: Allison Kendrick/3rd place, Riley Dunson/6th place, Roland Coker, Samantha Webb, Kelly Taylor/Coach.
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100th Day in Timber Creek 2nd Grade
Submitted by Kim Munson and Kim Stanley, Timber Creek Elementary
Timber Creek Elementary - The 2nd graders in Mrs. Munson’s and Mrs. Stanley’s rooms had a fun day of learning on January 31st, the 100th day of school! The students counted to 100 by ones, twos, fives, and tens. They also learned that a 100 second jog and 100 jumping jacks are not as easy a task as one may think! The students estimated where 100 steps would take us in the building and while some were right on, most thought 100 steps would be much farther. The students really enjoyed writing about how they would spend $100 and the highlight of the day was drawing themselves as a 100 year old man or woman.
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100th Day in Timber Creek Kindergarten
Submitted by Bria Morris, Timber Creek Elementary
Timber Creek Elementary - The Kindergarten classes at Timber Creek recently celebrated the 100th day of school. The classes had many activities centering around the number 100 as part of their celebration.
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Studying the Shadows
Submitted by Bria Morris, Timber Creek Elementary
Timber Creek Elementary - Mrs. Morris’ class was learning about shadows this week. After doing many experiments with flashlights and the overhead we made silhouettes. Mrs. Morris and the student teacher Ms. Duke traced the children’s profiles and T.C.E. secretary Gay Jeffries and T.C.E. Assistant Principal Kyle Rice had to come and match the children with their profile. The children absolutely loved it and Mrs. Jeffries and Mr. Rice got a kick out of it also.
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Outdoor Education - Survival Skills and Knots
Submitted by LJH Physical Education Department
During week three of the the LJH Outdoor Education project the girls were surprised with a visit from Marine Sgt. Johns, PFC Templeton, and PFC Smith. The Marines talked to the students about basic survival skills. First aid, being lost, and hydration were some of the issues discussed. The students also enjoyed performing some of the exercises led by the Marines. To complete the week, the girls learned to tie a square knot, bowline knot, sailor knot, figure 8, and a clove hitch.
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Taking it to the next level
Submitted by Mrs. Baker, Livingston Junior High
In Mrs. Baker’s 7th grade Science classes, students took the knowledge they have about the structure, function, and organization of cells and created an analogy of how the cell operates and is similar to something else with which they are familiar, such as a city. Once they brainstormed and came up with similarities between the two concepts, each group produced a poster, illustrating their ideas. Taking what they have learned to the next level … Mrs. Baker’s classes … 7th grade Science.
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Family Science Night #3 - February 7, 2008
Submitted by Livingston Junior High Physical Education Department
Family Science Night #3
Thursday, February 7, 2008
7:00-8:30 p.m.
Livingston Junior High School Cafeteria
Food ... Drink ... Door Prizes ... Family Fun ... Free!
The program includes:
*Building A Lemon Battery
*Static Soda Can Races
*Amazing Levitating Bands
*Building Rollback Cans
*Making A Cloud In A Bottle
*William Tell Air Zooka Contest
*Water Balloon In A Bottle
.... and more!
The evening will be loaded with hands-on learning activities, contests, door prizes, refreshments, and an opportunity to have fun with the entire family at no cost. Family Science Nights are sponsored by the Livingston Junior High Science Club, The Quest Club.
Family Science Night #3 ... Livingston Junior High School ... where "Science is Fun!"
For more information, contact Steve Salley, Science Department Head and Quest Club Sponsor at:
Telephone: 936-328-2120
email: jsalley@livingstonisd.com |
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Goins is DAR Good Citizen for 2008
Submitted by Sandy Gilbert, Livingston High School
Livingston High School - Nimi Goin was recently chosen by the LHS faculty as their DAR Good Citizen for 2008. A Daughters of the American Revolution Good Citizen candidate must have the qualities of Dependability (includes truthfulness, loyalty, and punctuality), Service (includes cooperation, courtesy, and consideration of others), Leadership (includes personality, self-control, and ability to assume responsibility), and Patriotism (includes unselfish interest in family, school, community, and nation) to an outstanding degree.
The DAR, founded in 1890, and headquartered in Washington, D.C., is a volunteer women’s service organization dedicated to promoting patriotism, preserving American history, and securing America’s future through better education for children. The DAR is open to any women 18 years or older, regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background that can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution. Since it’s founding in 1890, DAR has admitted more that 800,000 members.
FAFSA Made Easy Program
Submitted by Sandy Gilbert, Livingston High School
Livingston High School Counselors’ Office will host a FAFSA – Made – Easy Video Program on February 5, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. in the high school library. This program will provide the student and parent instructions for completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
During the video, financial aid experts will guide the viewer through the FAFSA. The FAFSA – Made – Easy Video Program is provided at no cost by TG as a part of its collegiate outreach initiative. TG is a nonprofit corporation created by the Texas Legislature to administer the Federal Family Education Loan Program. TG’s vision is to be the premier source of information, financing, and assistance to help all families and students realize their educational and career dreams.
FAFSA Assistance Given to Parents
Submitted by Sandy Gilbert, Livingston High School
On January 22, Mrs. Rebecca Daughtry from Angelina College Financial Aid Department came to LHS and helped several students and parents begin the FAFSA process. She has agreed to come back to LHS one evening from 7:00 p.m. till 9:00 pm. on March 25, 26 or 27 if enough parents are interested in attending. If you would like to schedule an appointment with Mrs. Daughtry, please contact Mrs. Gilbert at LHS by February 8 so we can reserve her services for one of the March evenings. Your child does not need to be planning to attend Angelina College for you to take advantage of this free service. |
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January 31 |
February 1 |
Corn dog w/mustard
Green salad w/dressing
Macaroni & cheese
Diced peaches
Milk |
Baked seasoned chicken
Whipped potatoes
Roll
Jell-O w/fruit
Milk |
Deli sandwich
Lettuce/tomato/
pickles
Carrot/celery sticks
Baked potato chips
Fruit
Milk |
Turkey a la king
Rice
Green salad
Cornbread
Fresh grapes
Milk |
Hamburger/
cheeseburger on bun
Burger salad
Waffle fries
Milk |
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Tomorrow
Feb 02
Cloudy
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Sunday
Feb 03
T-storms
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Monday
Feb 04
T-storms
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Tuesday
Feb 05
T-storms
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Wednesday
Feb 06
Clear
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The LIvingston ISD Calendar - January 2008
Friday, February 1, 2008
ATH – JV, V Lady Lions soccer vs. Center – home – 5:30/7:00 p.m.
ATH – F, JV, V girls basketball vs. Montgomery – home – 4:30/6:00/7:30
ATH – F (A-B), JV, V boys basketball vs. Montgomery–away–4:30/6:00/7:30 p.m.
ATH – 7 G/W girls basketball vs. Moorhead District Tourney
ATH – 8 G/W girls basketball vs. Mance Park District Tourney
INT – 5th UIL lunch at CiCi’s
TCE – Special guidance on bullying
Saturday, February 2, 2008
LHS Auditorium - "The Cover of Life" - 6:30 p.m.
ATH – 7 G/W girls basketball vs. Moorhead District Tourney
ATH – 8 G/W girls basketball vs. Mance Park District Tourney
LHS – UIL meet @ Groveton High School
LHS – FFA & 4-H showmanship clinic & prospect show – Livingston Fairgrounds – all day
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Great Behavior in the Classroom - February 1, 2008
Livingston High School
Ruth Salazar is a very talented musician, and even though LISD does not have an orchestra, she continues to show excellence in that area. She was first chair in the all region orchestra, and just this past weekend earned a superior rating on a Class 1 solo. This rating qualifies her for the Texas State Solo and Ensemble Contest held in Austin at UT in May. She is a great representative of LHS. - 10th grade, David Powell
Livingston High School
I want to recognize Brandon Prescott, Kimberley Shankles, Michael Hendrix, Cody Kirkpatrick, and Dolores Duran. These 11th graders are star students because they scored the highest score of a 4 on their written composition on the MOCK ELA test that was given on January 17th. I am very proud of these students. - English III eleventh grade, Brenda Black
Click Here to Submit a Star Student!
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Handling Specific Behaviors from www.disciplinehelp.com
The Failer
Behavior: Specific attitudes and actions of this child at home and/or at school.
- Gets so far behind that he/she can't seem to catch up. Every class day seems to dig this student deeper into the hole of failure.
- May fall into one of three distinct groups:
- Has ability, but fights authority, and resents and resists school standards. Remember, people don't fight friends as readily as they do enemies. Students are no exception. If a student doesn't have any adult friends, it's easy to see why teache
- Likely to have a record of misbehavior.
- May have moved from school to school or city to city.
- May have friends who are out of school.
- Associates with older children.
- Likely to miss school frequently.
- Not interested in extra-class activities, and seldom participates in student government, interest groups, music, or athletics.
- May come from an unstable home. Parents may have little interest in the student, and he/she may receive little or no encouragement.
Learn more about The Failer » |
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Old El Paso® flour tortillas (8 inch) from 11.5-oz package |
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cups (from 32-oz tub) refrigerated original barbecue sauce with shredded chicken |
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cup chopped red bell pepper |
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cups shredded Mexican cheese blend (8 oz) |
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Old El Paso® salsa (any variety) |
Instructions:
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Heat oven to 350°F. Top each tortilla with 3/4 cup of the chicken, 1/3 cup of the bell pepper and 1 cup of the cheese. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. |
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Bake about 15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly. Cut each tortilla into 4 wedges. Serve with salsa. |
Nutrition Information:
1 Serving: Calories 440 (Calories from Fat 220); Total Fat 24g (Saturated Fat 13g, Trans Fat 0g); Cholesterol 80mg; Sodium 1320mg; Total Carbohydrate 31g (Dietary Fiber 1g, Sugars 16g); Protein 24g Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 35%; Vitamin C 40%; Calcium 45%; Iron 10% Exchanges: 1 Starch; 1 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Vegetable; 3 Lean Meat; 3 Fat Carbohydrate Choices: 2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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This day in History, February 1, 2008
Let's keep history alive for our students - Crayons to Careers
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1790: Chief Justice John Jay presides over the first meeting of the Supreme Court of the United States in New York City. Learn more about John Jay.
1862: The Atlantic Monthly publishes "The Battle Hymn of the Republic," written by Julia Ward Howe.
Learn more about Julia Ward Howe.
1908: Carlos I, king of Portugal, is assassinated along with his eldest son, following increased pressure by Portuguese statesman Francisco Franco.
Learn more about Carlos I.
1922: The Washington Conference in the United States approves treaties restricting submarine warfare and the use of poison gas.
Learn more about submarines.
1979: Ruhollah Khomeini returns to Iran following the overthrow of the shah, claiming the shah and his American allies are "robbing us of our brains."
Learn more about Ruhollah Khomeini.
2003: The space shuttle Columbia breaks apart and burns while reentering Earth's atmosphere, killing all seven crew members.
Learn more about the Space Shuttle. |
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