Why we Lion Report?
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 - Thursday, May 1, 2008
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The Livingston ISD School Board will have their next meeting on
May 19, 2008 - 6:00 p.m. at the LISD Administration Building |
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Livingston ISD - Kindergarten Registration Round Up
Submitted by Joyce Dryman, LISD Communications Office
Livingston ISD - On Wednesday, May 7, 2008 from 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. parents can begin registering their kindergarten students for the 2008-2009 school year in Lion Country.
Pine Ridge Elementary, 1200 Mill Ridge (if your last name ends in) A – L
Timber Creek Elementary, 701 North Willis (if your last name ends in) M – Z
These locations are for registration purposes only. Campus assignment letters will be mailed in August.
You will need to bring the following: birth certificate, updated shot record, proof of residency (utility bill with name and 911 address), drivers license, and social security card.
For more information contact LISD (936) 328-2100.
Livingston ISD - Summer School Information
Submitted by Diana Kelm, LISD Administration Office
Livingston ISD - The Optional Extended Year Services for the summer of 2008 will begin on June 9, 2008 and continue through July 3, 2008. The Optional Extended Year Program will be held at the Pine Ridge Elementary Campus. (K-5th grades only) and for grades 6th thru 12th grade the program will be at Livingston High School. The program will be 4 hours a day, four days a week. When signing up, students must sign up for the full 16 day program.
The instructional day will begin at 8:00 a.m. and end at 12:00 noon
7:30- 8:00
Breakfast will be served at the Pine Ridge Campus for grades PK- 5th and Livingston High School for 6th through 12th grades
8:00-12:00
Class time
12:00-12:30
Lunch will be served at the Pine Ridge Campus for grades PK-5th and Livingston High School for 6th through 12th grades
Meals will be coordinated through the Summer National Lunch and Breakfast Program as permitted.
Transportation will be provided through the use of four buses picking up at collection points throughout the District.
Parents must agree to the following rules in order for the child to participate:
* Students must attend everyday.
* Discipline problems will be removed from the program.
For any further information please contact your child's campus office between the hours of 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Livingston High School (936) 328- 2240
Livingston Junior High School (936) 328-2120
Livingston Intermediate School (936) 328-2150
Livingston Timber Creek Elementary School (936) 328-2180
Livingston Pine Ridge Elementary School (936) 328-2160 |
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Celebrating Earth Day
Submitted by Martha Smith, Pine Ridge Elementary
Pine Ridge Elementary - To celebrate Earth Day, Mrs. Smith's first grade class at Pine Ridge Elementary used their litter to make "Litter Critters". They ask everyone to join in and help them take care of planet earth!!!!
Last Wild-N-Wacky Friday
Submitted by Karen Sanders, Pine Ridge Elementary
Pine Ridge Elementary - Students at PRE recently participated in the last Wild-n-Wacky Friday before the TAKS testing. The kids showed how working together makes a successful team. The students at Pine Ridge worked as a team this week to “ride the next big wave” and “Surf through TAKS.”
Chickens Hatch at Pine Ridge
Submitted by Destiny Kennedy, Pine Ridge Elementary
Pine Ridge Elementary - Wow! What an exciting day! Pine Ridge 1st graders have been anxiously waiting 21 days for their chickens to hatch. The big day finally arrived on April 21st with several baby chicks making their appearance one by one. The kids were so amazed to see life beginning for the new chicks.
 Click Here to see the Photo Gallery!
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Teaming Up on Taks
Submitted by Michelle Casas, Livingston Intermediate School
Livingston Intermediate School - Livingston Intermediate students and teachers wore their jerseys and hats to TEAM UP on TAKS in preparation for this weeks TAKS test.
Click Here to see the Photo Gallery! |
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Honors Choir Performs for Dunbar Alumni
Submitted by Kathy Stark, Timber Creek Elementary
Timber Creek Elementary- The Livingston Honors Choir performed for the Dunbar Alumni association Reunion. The Scholarship Banquet was held April 12. The Choir featured soloest, Madison Reed, Jasmine Randolph and Donta Stephens. The Choir is preparing for the East Texas Children's Choral Festival in Huntsville and for their Spring tour of Livingston.
Click Here to see the Photo Gallery! |
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When and Where to Vote in LISD Bond Election
Submitted by Gregg Faith, Livingston ISD
Vote at Pine Ridge Today!
| Election Day - May 10, 2008 |
The Board of Trustees designates the City Hall as the site of voting on May 10, 2008
from the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
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| Early Voting Information |
Early voting by personal appearance will be conducted each weekday in the Livingston City Hall, located at 200 West Church Street, Livingston, Texas, 77351, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday, April 28, 2008 through Friday, May 2, 2008 and 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday, May 5, 2008 through Tuesday, May 6,2008. |
| Temporary Voting Sites |
Temporary Voting Sites will be held at the following locations on the following dates:
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Pine Ridge Elementary
1200 Mill Ridge
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, May 2, 2008
Livingston Intermediate
819 W. Church
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Livingston High School
#1 Lions Ave.
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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April 28 |
April 29 |
April 30 |
May 1 |
May 2 |
Chicken nuggets w/dipping sauce
Tossed salad w/dressing
Steamed broccoli w/cheese sauce
Roll
Fruit crisp
Milk |
Crispy beef tacos
Lettuce/tomato/cheese
Salsa
Seasoned pinto beans
Cheese cubes
Milk |
Hot dogs w/chili/cheese
Corn on cob
Cookie
Juice bar
Milk |
Twisted edge pizza
Garden salad w/dressing
Mixed vegetables
Fruit
Milk |
Hamburger/
cheeseburger
on bun
Burger salad
French fries
Cookie
Milk |
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Tomorrow
May 02
Sprinkles
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Saturday
May 03
Rain
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Sunday
May 04
Cloudy / PM Sun
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Monday
May 05
Partly Cloudy
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Tuesday
May 06
Fair
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The LIvingston ISD Calendar - April 2008
Thursday, May 1, 2008
LHS – 9th TAKS math and 10th & 11th science and exit level science retest
LJH – 8th TAKS science
PRE – Early voting 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Friday, May 2, 2008
LHS – 10th & 11th TAKS social studies and exit level social studies retest
LHS – 9th Mock science and social studies test
LHS – UIL State Meet – academics – UT Austin, Hogg Memorial Auditorium
LJH – 8th TAKS social studies
INT – 4th & 5th Kids relay for life walk – 8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.
INT – Everybody reads day
INT – Early voting for bond election 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
PRE – Relay for Life breakfast/brunch
PRE – Relay for Life – Pedigo Park – kid walk 8:00 a.m.
PRE – 1st field trip to Log Cabin
TCE - Relay for Life – Pedigo Park – kid walk
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Relay for Life – Pedigo Park
LHS – UIL State Meet – academics – UT Austin, Hogg Memorial Auditorium
TCE – Honors choir at East Texas Choral Festival in Huntsville
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Plan a classroom event! - May 2008
Thu, 01st May: |
Ascension Day/Feast of the Ascension (Christian)
Executive Coaching Day
Frequent Flyer Day
Labor Day (Most of the World)
Law Day USA
Lei Day
Loyalty Day
May Day
Mother Goose Day
National Day of Prayer
National Day of Reason
New Homeowner's Day
School Principal's Day
Stepmothers Day
Experience Spokane Day (Wa)
Festival of Saint Efisio (Italy)
International Labor Day (Russia 05/01-02)
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Fri, 02nd May: |
Yom Hashoah (Holocaust Day - Israel)
Birthday - Dr. Benjamin Spock (pediatrician/author)
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Sat, 03rd May: |
Garden Meditation Day
International Pilates Day
Join Hands Day
UN World Press Freedom Day
Birthday - Bing Crosby (singer)
Birthday - Golda Meir (Israeli Prime Minister)
Constitution Day (Poland)
Constitution Memorial Day (Japan)
Day of the Holy Cross (Mexico)
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Sun, 04th May: |
International Respect for Chickens Day
Birthday - Audrey Hepburn (actress)
Independence Day (Rhode Island)
Youth Day (China) |
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Great Behavior in the Classroom - May 1, 2008
Livingston High School
Kelsey Haynes, 9th grade, and Jessalynn Manen, 11th grade, are great students. They are very creative, strive to do their best, and complete their assignments on time. In addition, they are always willing to help classmates. Kelsey and Jessalynn – I’m glad that you are my students! - Judy Powell
Livingston Junior High
The current LJH band earned ratings of Excellent in both concert and sight reading competition recently. Their great attitude and hard work mean a great deal to the continued success of the LISD Band program. – Band, Eighth Grade, David Powell
Timber Creek Elementary
Summer Hodge is a good friend to all the other students. I also know that I can depend on her to be helpful to me and everyone else. Thank you, Summer! - First Grade, Kristy Long
Livingston High School
Justin Harrell always comes prepared and ready to work. He is never disruptive and always willing to work! Justin graduates this year and I will miss him. – CMC, R. Donley
12th Grade
Pine Ridge Elementary
Taylor Tarver is an excellent model of appropriate classroom behavior. She also works very hard in her classroom work. Way to go Taylor! - Third Grade, Hattie Criswell
Livingston Junior High
Brendan Matthews is a super theatre student! He is ready every day to do whatever it takes to be a success. He is always the first student to offer to help if anyone asks for assistance. During our rehearsals for Taming of the Shrew, Brendan is focused on the play, his part, and is not distracted by anything or anyone. He takes the initiative to take care of things for the betterment of the play. He is a Star Student and a star actor! Whoo Hooo, Brendan! - Performing Theatre, Sixth Grade, Marion LeBlanc
Click Here to Submit a Star Student!
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cup milk |
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container (6 ounces) Yoplait® Original peach low-fat yogurt |
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medium fresh peach, peeled, pitted and cut up |
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Ground nutmeg |
Instructions
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Place milk, yogurt and peach in blender. Cover and blend on high speed about 30 seconds or until smooth. |
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Pour into glasses. Sprinkle with nutmeg. |
Nutrition Information
1 Serving: Calories 140 (Calories from Fat 20 ); Total Fat 2 g (Saturated Fat 1 g); Cholesterol 10 mg; Sodium 85 mg; Total Carbohydrate 26 g (Dietary Fiber 1 g); Protein 6 g Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 8 %; Vitamin C 2 %; Calcium 22 %; Iron 0% Exchanges: 1 1/2 Fruit; 1/2 Milk
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. |
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This day in History, May 1, 2008
Let's keep history alive for our students - Crayons to Careers
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The Lion Report is produced by
Livingston ISD Publications
311 W. Milam
Livingston , TX . 77351 Gregg Faith, Public Information Officer
gfaith@livingstonisd.com
(936) 328-2307
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