An Incredible Journey
Submitted by Frances Harrell, Timber Creek Elementary
Timber Creek Elementary - After studying and working through a time line on the journey of Meriwether Lewis and William Clark through the Louisiana Territory, the students in Mrs. Harrell's social studies class at Timber Creek Elementary wrote their own journal entry. The students picked a date from May 14, 1804 to Sept. 23, 1806 and wrote a journal entry about the weather and their adventure during that one day. All the entries were placed in a class journal and each child received a copy so they could read about each others adventures.

Outdoor Education - Swimming & Sun Safety
Submitted by Livingston Junior High Physical Education Department
Livingston Junior High - In the Livingston Junior High Girls P.E. classes, the girls recently began an outdoor education program that will last throughout the Spring. In the first section, "Swimming & Sun Safety", the girls learned five swimming strokes:  the crawl, backstroke, breastroke, sidestroke, and the butterfly.  They also learned the corresponding kick for each stroke. They also watched “The Dark Side of the Sun” video and discussed the benefits and hazards of the sun.

JROTC Compete in LaPort
Submitted by Colonel Hester, Livingston High School
Photos by Mandy Drager, Livingston High School Journalism Department
Livingston High School - The Livingston High School JROTC recently competed in the Gulf Coast Military Skills Meet in LaPort, Texas. Thirty-One members attended the competition and in all they brought home three trophies.  The students were awarded first place in Ranger Swim, in which students have to swim 25 meters in full battle uniform while carrying a rubber M-16 rifle (aka the rubber duck). They also received a first place trophy in Tug-o-war, their second of the year, after defeating seven other teams in the competition.   The students brought home a second place trophy in Ranger Two Inner-tube Relay in which students must paddle an inner-tube across a pool and back. The students are currently preparing for their next meet at Ball High School in Galveston in April 2008.

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Pageant Provides Scholarships for LHS Students
Submitted by Jami Alexander, Livingston High School
Livingston High School - The 33rd Annual Miss Polk County pageant was held this past Saturday at Livingston High School. Emcees for the evening were Marty Drake and Miss Polk County 2007 Hana Donley.  Entertainment was provided by the Livingston Community Jazz Band.

15 young women from Polk County area high schools competed for scholarships totaling over $5000. 
Each one competed in three categories: Interview, Talent and Evening Gown.  The five finalists each answered a question that was drawn from questions submitted by the judges.  Congratulations to the following winners:

B.J. McKissick – MPC 2008, Talent Winner & Committee’s Choice Award
1st runner-up & Interview Award – Shawna Hoover
2nd runner-up & Photogenic Award – Shelby Gonzalez (Corrigan-Camden High School)
Evening Gown Award – Katy Richardson
Miss Congeniality – Secret Mitchell
Top Ad Sales Award – Macye Taylor

Congratulations to all the participants on a job well done!

The Miss Polk County Pageant, Inc. is a non-profit organization.  The scholarships that they provide are funded solely through entry fees, ad sales, ticket/program sales and generous contributions from business and individuals in the community.  Thank you to all that continue to support the Miss Polk County pageant.

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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Carrot/celery sticks
Baked potato chips
Fruit
Milk

Hamburger/
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Burger salad
Waffle fries
Milk

Softball - 2008 Season
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Girls Basketball Schedule 2007 Season

Peanutty Apple Sandwiches Cooking with the LISD family! - January 29, 2008 Click Here to print this recipe...and cook it for your co-workers, family, or Communications Office!

Ingredients

Nutrition Information:
1 Serving: Calories 525 (Calories from Fat 245 ); Total Fat 27 g (Saturated Fat 6 g); Cholesterol 0mg; Sodium 440 mg; Total Carbohydrate 60 g (Dietary Fiber 7 g); Protein 17 g Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 8 %; Vitamin C 14 %; Calcium 6 %; Iron 14 % Exchanges: 3 Starch; 1 Fruit; 1 High-Fat Meat; 3 Fat  *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.