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Livingston ISD - Tuesday, November 27, 2007 |
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An Adventure in Talent - GT Talent Show
Submitted by Livingston ISD GT Program
On Monday, November 12th, students from LISD’s GT program showcased their abilities in their annual talent show. Ethan Tiner kicked off the night with a rousing drum performance to “Soulja Boy”, followed by a group of very talented tap dancers that got everyone in the mood for Christmas with their routine to “Sleigh Ride”. The night progressed with piano solos, vocal performances, dance numbers, as well as a few other “fun” performances, and was then finished with a drum ensemble performance led by Jim Ziegler and several other high school students.
The talent show is a special time each year when LISD’s GT students get the opportunity to showcase their performing abilities, as well as an opportunity to work with other GT students on a variety of acts and with a variety of ages. It’s wonderful to see them encouraging and cheering each other on – it’s a great “bonding” opportunity for all of the students in the program.
Money raised by the show will go to benefit GT students in enrichment opportunities this summer.
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3rd Grade Parent Night and Spaghetti Supper
Submitted by Dr. Janel Sewell, Pine Ridge Elementary
Thursday, November 29th
5:15 p.m.-7:15 p.m.
Parents, it is your turn to go “back to school.” Come join us for our 3rd Grade Parent Night! It will be an exciting evening as parents and students reverse roles! Parents will spend their evening learning from the teachers and students as TAKS math and reading strategies are shared. You won’t want to miss this chance to “be a kid again!”
We will meet in the cafeteria at 5:15 p.m. for a free spaghetti supper where families will also enjoy a slide show, music and an introduction from Dr. Sewell. Third grade students will then escort their parents to the classrooms for a powerful learning time together. Childcare will be provided in the gymnasium for siblings not in third grade. Our evening will conclude at 7:15 p.m. with remote control car give-a-ways! The class with the most students represented will also win a surprise award at school. There will even be a parent drawing!
Compassion and Kindness!
Submitted by Sue Ann McQueen, Pine Ridge Elementary
This month's character trait is compassion and PRE students demonstrated acts of kindness and compassion by bringing 3,872 food items to support our Annual Food Drive for the Polk County Mission. Ms. McQueen's First Grade class wins a lunch at McDonald's by bringing the most, 377 items. Second place earning popcorn and a movie was awarded to Ms. Wood's kindergarten class for 278 items and Mrs. Fuller's First Grade class earned third place with 273 and a fruitsicle party. Congratulations and thanks to all for your kindness and compassion through actions!
3D Poetry
Submitted by Sue Ann McQueen, Pine Ridge Elementary
A teepee is my home. Of deerskins it is made. A place on top where snoke can go. It stands in forest shade. The river runs nearby. And there is my canoe. I paddle up and down the stream. Beneath the sky of blue. PRE First Graders enjoyed making and decorating teepees of tortilla shells, chocolate icing, and pretzels to go with "A Teepee Is My Home".
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A Gobble, Gobble Here!
Submitted by Sue Ann McQueen, Pine Ridge Elementary
A gobble gobble there. Here a gobble. There a gobble. Everywhere a gobble gobble. Turkeys run a muck in the halls at PRE as First Graders share their creations of feathers, beans, and sequins. As a writing project, many turkey feathers also have notations of thanks.
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Family Night at PRE
Submitted by Sue Ann McQueen, Pine Ridge Elementary
Over 220 students and staff joined with parents and siblings for a night of fun on Tuesday, November 13, 2007 at PRE. The Family Night began with music and movement presentations followed by Family Sight Word Bingo. The cafeteria was completely full as students worked to win from the selection of games. Parents had an opportunity to enjoy the performances led by the PE and Music departments and then immerse themselves in numerous games of BINGO.
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Hear Them ROAR at PRE!
Submitted by Sue Ann McQueen, Pine Ridge Elementary
Using different shapes, First Grade students support the Livingston Lions' quest for a football title by creating a pictorial ROAR of lions down the halls of PRE.
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Great Behavior at TCE!
Submitted by Javada Smith, Timber Creek Elementary School
Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Faith’s Second Grade Class earned a pizza party for not loosing their marbles at school. Their behavior has been awesome and they really deserve a treat. We earn marbles in the classroom for not loosing our marbles (bad behavior). We really appreciate their consistent effort at school.
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Oh, What a Thanksgiving Dinner!
Submitted by Javada Smith, Timber Creek Elementary School
Mrs. Smith’s Classes had a taste of Thanksgiving a little early. We shared cranberries, pumpkin pie, sweet potatoes, fruit, cornbread and turkey! Some of our little Pilgrims liked the tasty treat and some weeeelllllllll, pictures don’t lie. We had an incredible time tasting the “tradition”.
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Colonial Feast
Submitted by Michelle Casas, Livingston Intermediate School
The Fifth Graders learned about what it was like in the colonial days. Today, students dreseed in the colonial attire and brought food items that the settlers ate and had a feast.
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TAKS Parent Night at LIS
Tuesday, November 27
5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Come join us for our TAKS Parent Night on Tuesday, November 27th at 5:00 p.m. Our parents and students will meet in their teachers’ classrooms where TAKS strategies for reading, math, writing and science will be shared. (Child care will be provided in the library for younger siblings.) The evening will conclude with a free pizza dinner in the cafeteria and a drawing for an iPod. The class with the most students represented will also win an ice cream party at school. There will even be a parent drawing for a Wal-Mart Gift Card. |
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Thanksgiving in Skills for Living
Submitted by Sally Carlton, Livingston Junior High School
The students in Skills for Living are preparing for Thanksgiving. They learned how to make Pumpkin Pie, Cranberry Sauce, and Turkey Hash.
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First Annual Holiday SpecTAKSular!
Submitted by Pattie Myers and Vicki Stanphill, Livingston High School
Livingston High School is preparing for our best TAKS year ever and we kick off the season with our First Annual Holiday SpecTAKSular! Join us for goodies and a night filled with important information for you and your student. Learn everything you ever wanted to know about the important TAKS exit exams and how you can help your student prepare for passing!
Study Guides
Mock Released Test
Tips for daily Activities
Tutorial Schedule
Test Results from last year
and Much Much More!
Monday, December 10, 2007 - 6:30-7:30 –LHS Cafeteria
Cards for Troops
Submitted by Diane Tipton, Livingston High School
Diane Tipton’s classes have been designed Christmas cards to send to our soldiers in Iraq. This one was designed and drawn (free-handed) by Ethan Maze.
Christmas Card Campaign
Submitted by Brenda Black, Livingston High School
Several High School classes and LHS student council are creating and collecting Christmas Cards to send to our local servicemen /women through the F.A.I.T.H. Military Support Group. Bea Ellis said that as long as we could get the cards to her by November 30th they can get them sent in the Christmas packages to the troups. Mr. Scoggin has challenged us to have more than 1200 cards!
F.A.I.T.H. Military Support
Submitted by Brenda Black, Livingston High School
Bea Ellis visited with LHS Student Council at their meeting on Tuesday, November 6th. She explained the F.A.I.T.H. Military Support Group and the items that they collect to send to our local servicemen and women. The Student Council will be kicking off a collection contest between second period classes beginning Monday, November 12th through Friday, November 30th. The student council will serve breakfast to the winning class who collects the most items.
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Lions Vs. Broncos - November 30, 2007
The 10-2 Livingston Lions will play the Dayton Broncos in the Regional Playoff on Friday, Nov. 30 at 7 PM. Location: Galena Park ISD Stadium - Advance tickets will be on sale in the Athletic Department 8 am to 4 pm. Adults are $5.00, Students $3. Tickets at the gate will be $7.00.
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November 28 |
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November 30 |
Hot dogs w/chili & cheese
Baked potato half w/butter
Fruit
Milk |
Steak fingers w/gravy
Mixed veggies
Cheese squares
Roll
Sliced peaches
Milk |
Sliced pork w/applesauce glaze
Seasoned green beans
Oven roasted potatoes
Roll
Milk |
Chicken fajitas
Seasoned pinto beans
Salsa
Lettuce, tomato, cheese
Salad
Milk |
Hamburger
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on bun
Burger salad
Waffle fries
Milk |
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Five-day forecast
Tomorrow
Nov 28
Clear
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Thursday
Nov 29
Clear
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Friday
Nov 30
Mostly Cloudy
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Saturday
Dec 01
T-storms
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Sunday
Dec 02
T-storms
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LISD Star Students
Great Behavior in the Classroom - November 27, 2007
Livingston High School
Jared Barker is an excellent student who is very studious about his work. He strives to give 110% effort in all he does. He maintains a high GPA as well as good citizenship and good attendance.
English IV
Brenda Black
Livingston Junior High
Dietrich Frers always has a smile on his face when he enters the classroom. He is an extremely attentive student, with a great attitude for learning. He is a true star student!
7th ELA
Amee Scarberry
Timber Creek Elementary
Grant Hendrix is such a hard worker and he has the grades to prove it! He takes his time and always gives his best effort!
3rd grade math
Deena Galloway
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| 1 |
pouch (1 lb 1.5 oz) Betty Crocker® sugar cookie mix |
| 1/3 |
cup butter or margarine, melted |
| 1 |
egg |
| 2 |
to 3 drops red or green food color |
Instructions
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Heat oven to 375°F. In large bowl, stir cookie mix, butter and egg until soft dough forms. Divide dough in half. Stir food color into 1 half; mix well. |
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For each candy cane, shape 1 teaspoon dough from each half into 4-inch rope. Place 1 red and white rope side by side on ungreased cookie sheet; press together lightly and twist. Curve top of cookie down to form handle of cane. |
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Bake 7 to 8 minutes or until set. Cool 1 minute; remove from cookie sheet to wire rack. |
Nutrition Information:
1 Serving: Calories 60 (Calories from Fat 25); Total Fat 2 1/2g (Saturated Fat 1g, Trans Fat 0g); Cholesterol 10mg; Sodium 35mg; Total Carbohydrate 8g (Dietary Fiber 0g, Sugars 5g); Protein 0g Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 0%; Vitamin C 0%; Calcium 0%; Iron 0% Exchanges: 1/2 Other Carbohydrate; 0 Vegetable; 1/2 Fat Carbohydrate Choices: 1/2
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. |
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