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, September 20, 2007 |
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Junior High Open House tonight!
Submitted by Rita King, Livingston Junior High
Livingston High School is planning an open house tonight from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Parents are invited to attend to meet Lion teachers and learn all about the new year in Lion Country. |
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Tough Guys Wear Pink
Submitted by Bria Morris, Timber Creek Elementary
The kindergarten students at Timber Creek have been learning their colors the past two weeks. When they were asked to wear pink the boys really turned up handsome and ready. In true tough guy fashion they worked hard at learning all about colors!
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DIRECTIONS TO :
VidorHigh School Pirates Stadium
500 Orange St.
Vidor, TX 77662
Head south on TX 146 to Moss Hill
Turn left at light onto FM 105, continue on FM 105 to Beaumont.
Turn right onto US 96 feeder road, then merge left onto US 96, Continue on US 96 to I-10.
Take left ramp onto I-10 East toward Baton Rouge.
Continue on 1-10E to Vidor. Exit FM 105, turn right onto FM 105. Go approx. .6 miles Turn left at Orange St. go approx. .5 miles to stadium
Football Time Change
Lions v. Vidor
JV Home 5:00
Freshmen White/Green Away 5:00/6:30
LJH Volleyball Game Added
Submitted by Lauren Edmunds, LISD Athletics
Tuesday, October 9 Huntington at Livingston LJH Main Gym 4:30 and 5:30
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Five-day forecast
Tomorrow
Sep 21

Clear
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Saturday
Sep 22

T-storms
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Sunday
Sep 23

T-storms
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Monday
Sep 24

T-storms
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Tuesday
Sep 25

T-storms
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Thursday, September 20
ATH – JV Lion football vs Vidor – home – 6:30 p.m.
ATH – F Lion football vs Vidor – home – 5:00 p.m.
ATH – JH Lady Cubs volleyball vs Moorhead – home – 4:30 p.m.
ATH – Lions Cross Country – Willis Invitational – Willis (Misty Meadows camp)
HS – FFA magazines sales
HS – Counseling department – presentation for freshman from “Making It Count”
JH – Open house 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Friday, September 21
ATH – JH Cross Country Willis Jr. Kat Invitational – Willis
ATH – V Lion football vs Vidor – away 7:30 p.m.
ATH – F, JV, V Lady Lions volleyball vs Waller – away – 4:30 p.m.
HS – FFA magazines sales
Click Here to Submit a Calendar Item!
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LISD Star Students
Great Behavior in the Classroom - September 20, 2007
Pine Ridge Elementary
Jeremiah Dupre always uses excellent manners. He is one of the best behaved students I have ever taught. It is such a delight to have a perfect gentleman in our classroom!
3rd Grade M/S/S, Julie Ann Crown
Pine Ridge Elementary
Michaela Hammond brings a great attitude to school every day! She is always willing to do her best and really enjoys learning. - 3rd Grade M/S/S, Julie Ann Crown
Timber Creek Elementary
Isaias Cortes always walks in the classroom with a smile on his face. He works very hard and always participates. Isaias makes the day brighter for everyone. - 3rd, Mrs. Frances Harrell
Livingston Junior High
Justin Ellison is a gentleman and a great student! He is always prepared to participate in class and he's going to be a fine actor if he keeps up the hard work and dedication. Way to go, Justin! - Theatre Arts - Jr. High, Marion LeBlanc
Click Here to Submit a Star Student!
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Say "Thank You to a Co-worker"
LISD is a Community of Friends - September 20, 2007
Livingston Junior High
I would like to say "Thank You" to Rita King!
Rita is always so patient with this "new" teacher, explaining procedures, and walking me through every step of the way. I appreciate the great job she does for LJH and for her kindness and patience with me. Thanks, Rita!! - Marion LeBlanc
Click Here to Submit a Thank You!
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This day in History, September 20
Let's keep history alive for our students
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11519: Five vessels commanded by Ferdinand Magellan sail from Spain to attempt a circumnavigation of the world. Although Magellan is killed in the Philippines, one of the ships completes the voyage in 1522. Learn more about Ferdinand Magellan.

1830: The first National Negro Convention opens, organized by clergyman Richard Allen at his Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

1884: At its convention in San Francisco, California, the Equal Rights Party, formed to advocate for women's rights, nominates Belva Ann Lockwood for president of the United States. Learn more about Belva Ann Lockwood.

1962: Mississippi governor Ross Barnett personally blocks an attempt by James Meredith to become the first African American to enroll at the University of Mississippi.
Learn more about the Civil Rights Movement in the United States.

1973: In a $100,000 tennis match at the Houston Astrodome, billed as the Battle of the Sexes, Billie Jean King defeats Bobby Riggs in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3.
Learn more about Billie Jean King.

1998: Ending a record streak of 2,632 consecutive games played, which lasted almost 17 seasons, baseball player Cal Ripken, Jr., of the Baltimore Orioles asks to be removed from the starting lineup. Learn more about Cal Ripken, Jr. |
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| 1 |
tablespoon water |
| 1 |
teaspoon almond extract |
| 6 |
cups sliced unpeeled tart eating apples (6 medium) |
| 2 |
tablespoons Gold Medal® all-purpose flour |
| 2 |
tablespoons packed brown sugar |
| 1/2 |
teaspoon ground cinnamon |
| 2 |
tablespoons firm butter or margarine |
| 1/2 |
cup coarsely crushed zwieback crackers |
| 2 |
tablespoons chopped pecans |
| Yogurt Topping |
| 1/2 |
cup plain fat-free yogurt |
| 1 |
teaspoon granulated sugar |
| 1/8 |
teaspoon almond extract |
DIRECTIONS
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Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 1 1/2-quart casserole with cooking spray. In small bowl, mix water and 1 teaspoon almond extract. In casserole, toss with apples. |
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In small bowl, mix flour, brown sugar and cinnamon. Cut in butter, using pastry blender (or pulling 2 table knives through ingredients in opposite directions), until crumbly. Stir in crackers and pecans. Sprinkle over apples. |
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Bake uncovered about 30 minutes or until topping is golden brown and apples are tender. |
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In small bowl, mix topping ingredients until well blended. Serve warm apple crisp with topping. |
Nutrition Information:
1 Serving: Calories 185 (Calories from Fat 65 ); Total Fat 7 g (Saturated Fat 3 g); Cholesterol 10 mg; Sodium 50 mg; Total Carbohydrate 35 g (Dietary Fiber 4 g); Protein 3 g Percent Daily Value*: Vitamin A 4 %; Vitamin C 4 %; Calcium 6 %; Iron 4 % Exchanges: 1 Starch; 1 Fruit; 1 Fat
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. |

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