LISD Schools Recognized Nationally!
Submitted by Diana Kelm, Livingston ISD
Livingston ISD - Timber Creek and Pine Ridge Elementary schools have been recognized by the Division of NCLB (No Child Left Behind) Program Coordination at the Texas Education Agency for outstanding academic performance. Timber Creek Elementary has received the honor of being one of only 134 Distinguished Performance schools in the state of Texas. Pine Ridge Elementary was named one of only 37 Distinguished Progress Schools in Texas.

Both schools will be honored this Spring for this incredible academic achievement!  Good work Lion Teachers and Students!

Grand Champions!
Submitted by Candace Carraway, Livingston High School
Livingston High School –Congratulations to members of the The Livingston High School FFA as their project was named 2008 Grand Champion in the Agriculture Mechanics Contest at the Houston Livestock Show.  This is the largest contest of this kind in the state of Texas and our local kids won the top prize with their 15 foot bat-wing mower which was custom built by the Livingston FFA Chapter. The students say though it all to the support and encouragement of their school, community, and families.

"Congratulations on a great accomplishment for Livingston FFA by winning the Grand Champion Project in the HLSR Agriculture Mechanics Contest," said LISD Superintendent Darrell Myers. "I am extremely proud of your department and our students, what an honor.  I can’t think of any other contest at the HLSR that is more prestigious to win as an Agriculture Department." 

Livingston High School Student Council
Submitted by Candace Carraway, Livingston High School
Livingston High School –Livingston High School Student Council, a non-profit organization, is a group of elected and volunteer students working together with an adult advisor within the framework of a constitution or bylaws to provide a means for student expression and assistance in school affairs and activities, give opportunities for student experience in leadership, and encourage students/faculty/community relations.  Its main purposes are to develop leadership abilities in students, promote democracy as way of life, and establish and uphold standards of local council members.

The 2007/2008 LHS Student Council is 42 members strong who have participated in activities this year such as: Homecoming, Good Sportsmanship Presentation at the football games,  Painting Pawprints, Red Ribbon Week, Fall Blood Drive, Downtown Christmas, Relay for Life, Prom, 100 Year Celebration of LHS, Senior Events, Spring Blood Drive,  and Teacher Appreciation. Along with fundraising and volunteering activities, the council is responsible for maintaining the information sign at the entrance of the school and conducting the morning announcements and pledges to the flags. Responsibilities that are being planned for next year are student council guides for registration, Senior/Freshmen buddy, High School / Primary mentoring, and more community involvement. This year’s advisor is Brenda Black and assistant advisor is Janie Prather.

Bark Mulch and Potting Soil Sale
Submitted by LISD FFA Program
LIVINGSTON FFA BOOSTER CLUB - March 8, 2008
Livingston Intermediate School Parking Lot from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
$ 2.50 per bag
Each bag of bark mulch contains 2 cubic foot of product.
For more information contact the Livingston High School Ag Department (936) 328-2257

Happy Birthday Dr. Suess!
Submitted by Sue (Suess) Ann McQueen, Livingston High School
Pine Ridge Elementary - Happy Birthday Dr. Suess!  Green eggs and ham were served to Pine Ridge Elementary First Graders in celebration of Dr. Suess' birthday.  Although some students were not too sure about it, most students enjoyed the interesting meal and a few were a little more reluctant, just like the character in the book.  Students participated in various activities throughout the day such as reading books by Dr. Suess, making colorful hats, taking a Dr. Suess Accelerated Reading test, completing Readasaurus slips, and solving Suessical math scenarios.

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Ready for TAKS!
Submitted by Karen Sanders, Pine Ridge Elementary
Pine Ridge Elementary - Mrs. Sanders’ Third Grade Class is ready for TAKS!  The students are sporting their TAKS shirts along with their class’ surfboard.  Everyone’s ready to Surf through the TAKS!

Young Authors Publish at PRE
Submitted by Sue Ann McQueen, Livingston High School
Pine Ridge Elementary - First Graders at Pine Ridge Elementary are becoming published authors! These young authors just completed the various steps to the writing and illustration process in order to publish their very first book. The hard work is done and the materials have been sent to the publishers with parents being given a one time chance to purchase this timeless piece of work. The students and their reading audience now enthusiastically wait in anticipation for the final product. Stay tuned...

Attack the TAKS
Submitted by Everlou Marsh, Timber Creek Elementary
Photos by Joyce Dryman, LISD Communications
Timber Creek Elementary - TCE is ready for the 2008 TAKS Reading test and held a pep rally on Tuesday to inspire the troops as they get ready to "Attack the TAKS". Members of the Livingston High School ROTC were on hand to inspire the students as was Coach Randy Rowe. Each third grade class also had prepared a chant to perform for the Pep Rally and Kathy Stark lead the students in a song. Rumor has it that principal Karen Vinson and Assistant Principal Kyle Rice have pledged to spend 24 hours on the TCE roof if 95% of the students pass the Reading test on the first attempt! Go Timber Creek!

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Outdoor Recreation - Junior Anglers
Submitted by Livingston Junior High P.E. Teachers
Livingston Junior High School - The PE students at LJH have completed an angler education unit with help from Texas Parks and Wildlife.  The students are encouraged to spend more time outdoors and learn lifelong recreational activities.  Each student was given an ID (identification) card for saltwater and freshwater fish.  The students have learned the proper way to handle/release fish and they have also studied fish habitat.  All students have been able to practice casting with spincast reels loaned to us by  Texas Parks and Wildlife.  LJH Counselor, Mr. Prather, came by and taught the class how to use a fly reel.  Students were also exposed to a spinning reel and cane pole.  The students have been shown how to tie a palomar knot and a clinch knot so that they are able to attach hooks to their line.  The girls spent another day casting and actually “catching”  plastic fish.  Those anglers that reeled in a fish were awarded a squiggle worm for their next fishing adventure!

In the second week of angler education, the students learned how to measure a fish.  Students learned that a person has to be 17+ in order to obtain a fishing license in Texas.    On the first Saturday in June, anyone can fish across the state without a license.  Also, a license is not required when fishing in any Texas state park.  The students have also learned that the “Outdoor Annual” contains hunting and fishing regulations.

Mr. Prather returned and demonstrated some fly casting techniques.  He also tied several interesting  “flies” for the classes. 

At the conclusion of angler education, the students were awarded TPWD Basic Fishing certificates and TPWD fish pins.  Each student also received a squiggly worm.  In addition to the awards, Wal-Mart donated some fishing equipment to give to the students.  We gave away Zebco and Shakespeare spincasts, tackle boxes, bait buckets, tackle, stringers, gloves, sinkers, and bobbers.  Apparently, our local Wal-Mart manager, Charles Hall,  is a huge fishing fan. 

Now that the girls are certified junior anglers, they’re ready to go fishing!  They can tie knots, assemble basic tackle, cast safely, identify some fish and lures, and discuss safety rules and regulations.

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Baked lasagna
Green salad w/dressing
California mixed veggies
Garlic bread sticks
Milk

Hot ham &
cheese on bun
Lettuce/tomato
pickle
Seasoned potatoes
Yogurt
Milk

Chicken nuggets w/dipping sauce
Tossed salad w/dressing
Pinto beans
Roll
Milk

Hamburger/
cheeseburger
on bun or
Vegetable soup/grilled cheese sandwich
Burger salad
Waffle fries
Milk

Baseball - 2008 Season
High School Tennis - 2008 Spring
Junior High Tennis - 2008 Spring
Softball - 2008 Season
High School Track - 2008 Season
Junior High Track - 2008 Season
Power Lifting - 2008 Season
Girls Soccer - 2007 Season
Boys Soccer - 2007 Season

Baseball Schedule Changes
Submitted by Deanna Hess, LISD Athletics
Monday, April 14th:  Soph/JV. will play Waller at Waller not at home  Game times – 4:30/7:00.
Tues. April 15th:  Varsity will play Waller at home.  Game time 7:00 pm

Softball Scores - Lady Lions Vs. New Caney
Submitted by Deanna Hess, LISD Athletics
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Livingston Lady Lions vs. New Caney

JV Lady Lions 3, New Caney 7
Varsity Lady Lions 2, New Caney 1     

Plan a classroom event! - March 2008

Chicken Fajita Pizza Cooking with the LISD family! - March 6, 2008 Click Here to print this recipe...and cook it for your co-workers, family, or Communications Office! Prep Time:20 min Start to Finish:40 min Makes:8 servings

Ingredients

Nutritional Information:
1 Serving: Calories 340 (Calories from Fat 130); Total Fat 14g (Saturated Fat 7g, Trans Fat 0g); Cholesterol 70mg; Sodium 880mg; Total Carbohydrate 27g (Dietary Fiber 1g, Sugars 5g); Protein 27g Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 10%; Vitamin C 10%; Calcium 20%; Iron 10% Exchanges: 2 Starch; 0 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Vegetable; 3 Very Lean Meat; 2 Fat Carbohydrate Choices: 2