LHS to Retire Mark Moseley's Number
Submitted by Gregg Faith, Livingston ISD Communications, September 23, 2008

Livingston - During the pre-game ceremonies at the October 4, 2008 Lions Football game, the Livingston High School Athletics program will retire the number of place-kicker and former Livingston Lion #11 Mark Moseley. Mark Moseley played for the Livingston Lions from 1962-1966 and went on to have a brilliant football career. In 1982, he was voted the National Football League’s Most Valuable Player – the first time in the NFL’s 75-year history that a kicker has ever been nominated or elected to such a prestigious position. The holder of numerous NFL kicking records, he has recently become eligible for induction into the Hall of Fame. Mark began his football career in 1970, when he was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles. He played for the Eagles for one year before returning to his home state of Texas, where he played for the Houston Oilers for nearly two years.

Mark Moseley came to the Washington Redskins in 1974, where he became an All-Pro and was so honored four times. In 1983, he set a single season scoring record of 161 points. He led the NFL in scoring four separate seasons, which placed him sixth on the all-time scoring list at that time. Mark also kicked 300 field goals in his career, placing him fifth on the NFL’s ALL-TIME scoring list.

After leaving Washington in 1985, Mark Moseley finished his career in Cleveland, where he helped the Cleveland Browns win the AFC Central Division Title. Mark retired from professional football in 1987 and became a full-time businessman. After gaining a great deal of experience in commercial real estate, he used his marketing and selling skills to launch his own business enterprises – Mark Moseley’s Travel, Mark Moseley’s Famous Fries and Extra Point Productions. He also holds summer kicking camps for young people.

Mark strongly believes in helping people, as evidenced by his many civic awards, including the International Association of Lions Club Humanitarian Award, Sales and Marketing Executive of Washington Award, the Marine Corps Scholarship Association Sportsman of the Year Award, and in 1982 he was named Washingtonian of the Year.

Additionally, Mark Moseley has been associated with MADD and SADD, Boy Scouts of America, Cerebral Palsy, United Way, the American Heart Association, and many other organizations that help people. He has devoted a great deal of time and energy towards fund-raising activities for the Washington D.C. Ronald McDonald House, a home away from home for seriously ill children. Mark Moseley was also named a Livingston High School Oustanding Graduate.

Important Changes to LISD Academic Calendar
Submitted by Janan Moore, Livingston ISD Administration, September 23, 2008

Due to the circumstances caused by Hurricane Ike and Gustav we are adjusting the academic calendar for the first semester. 

Please note the following changes that affect all campuses:

October 3          End 1st six-weeks
October 24        Progress Reports – Secondary
October 29        Progress Reports - Elementary
November 7       End 2nd six-weeks
December 1       Progress Reports - Secondary
December 3       Progress Reports – Elementary
December 19     End 3rd six-weeks

September 29th staff development day has not changed. 

The following is a link to the updated UIL Eligibility Schedule:
http://www.livingstonisd.com/UIL/eligible.pdf

Thank You to IKE Electric Workers
Submitted by Kathy Stark, LISD Honors Choir, September 23, 2008

Ms. Taylor's Kindergarten Class decided to thank the hard working electricity workers who are helping with the Hurricane Ike recovery effort. They sent the following letter to these employees:

Dear SHECO and all other electric workers,

We could never thank you enough for all your help in the aftermath of hurricane Ike.  We know some of you have traveled a long way and are here helping us instead of being at home with your families.  Your sacrifices are great and we really do appreciate you and all you have done for our community.  There are still a few of us without power, but we know you are working very hard and fixing the problems as quickly as possible.

Thanks again,
Ms. Taylor’s Kindergarten Class
Timber Creek Elementary

Honors Choir Meeting Rescheduled for Sept. 25
Submitted by Kathy Stark, LISD Honors Choir, September 23, 2008

Livingston – The Honors Choir parent meeting that was originally scheduled before the Hurricane, will be held Thursday, September 25, 2008 at 5:00 p.m. in the Timber Creek Cafeteria.

All-Region Choir Audition Postponed
Submitted by Tom Myers, LHS Chorale, September 23, 2008

Hurricane Ike is still copying his big sister, Rita. Just as in 2005, when Rita caused multiple school activities to be cancelled or postponed, Ike has caused the Region X High School All-Region Choir audition scheduled for September 27th at Nederland HS to be cancelled and re-scheduled for October 11. Because of the huge power/water/facility problems that many of our districts are dealing with, the location for this audition has not been decided at this time. For updated information, check the District Calendar at www.livingstonisd.com. or call the HS choir room after 2pm at (936)328-2261.

Get Your LHS Blankets from LHS Student Council
Submitted by Brenda Black, LHS Student Council, September 23, 2008

The LHS Student Council will be taking orders for the LHS blanket that is green, black, and white with the Livingston Lions Logo and 16 other logos representing 16 different school organizations. The blanket is a heavy woven blanket that should last for years. The cost of the blanket is $30.

LHS Student Council will be taking orders through Dec. 15th. Payment must be made at the time of the order. Checks are to be made out to LHS Student Council.

If you would like to see what it will look like, Mrs. Black has one that is already made in her room. Come by PB11 to check it out. The blanket is awesome! The Student Council will also be taking orders at the Oct. 4th football game as well.

Underclassmen School Portrait Re-Takes
Submitted by Marci Dickens, Livingston High School, September 22, 2008

Underclassmen school portraits will be re-taken on Thursday, October 30 from the beginning of school until lunch in the auditorium for those students who were absent or have moved in since the September 4th portraits were taken. Any students who wish to buy portrait packages must have payment with them that day.See the LHS Publications link on the school website for a copy of the price list for portraits.

Click Here to print the information!

Athletic Rescheduling - Hurricane Ike
Submitted by Pennee Hall, Livingston ISD Athletics Department, September 22, 2008

Tuesday, September 23, 2008           
JH Football - Diboll at Livingston - 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. - 7G / 8W

Thursday, September 25, 2008
Livingston Junior High Volleyball
Shepherd at Livingston
7th White  at 4:30     7th Green at 5:30   Aux Gym
8th White  at 4:30      8th Green at 5:30  Main Gym

Freshman Football
9th Grade White v. New Caney at Lion Stadium 4:30 PM
9th Grade Green v. New Caney at Lion Stadium 6:00 PM

Saturday, September 27, 2008          
Cross Country - Livingston at Aldine North Harris CC

Saturday, September 27, 2008
JH Volleyball - Livingston at Lufkin Tournament

Saturday, September 27, 2008
JH Cub Volleyball - Livingston at Huntington Tournament

Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Varsity Football- Livingston at Lumberton - 6:00 p.m.

Saturday, October 4, 2008
Varsity Football-  Ozen at Livingston - 7:30 p.m.
Green Out, Tailgate Party, Mark Moseley Jersey Retirement Ceremony

Friday, October 10, 2008
Varsity Football, Livingston at PN-G, 7:30 p.m.

HS Volleyball will resume next week – September 29 – October 4

Livingston Lions 2008 Football Magazine
Submitted by Karla Lewis, Livingston ISD Athletics Booster Club, September 22, 2008

Buy your 2008 Lion Football Magazine today. The magazine is in full color and has 56 glossy pages. This exciting book is great to save for scrapbooks, memorabilia, and has lots of ads, personal and business. As you read you will be able to ID your favorite Lion Varsity football players, along w/ band, Emerald Belles, Cheerleaders, Volleyball, and Cross Country as well as Girls basketball, FFA, LHS Choir and JROTC. All proceeds from sales support LHS and LJHS boys and girls athletic - all sports.  Magazines are $3 each.  E-mail klewis@livingstonisd.com, buy at football games, or come to room L512 at LHS to buy a copy.

Get Your "Green Out" Shirt Today
Submitted by Maribel Rowe, Livingston ISD Athletics Booster Club, September 22, 2008

The LISD Green Out Game/ Tailgate Party is Saturday, October 4, 2008. Get your Green Out Shirt today for $10 for most sizes. Available in Youth S,M,L and Adult S,M,L,XL,2X & 3X. Contact mrowe@livingstonisd.com or klewis@livingstonisd.com or come by LHS room L512. They will also be on sale at all home football games.

Proud Lion Parent Signs
Submitted by Karla Lewis, Livingston ISD Athletics Booster Club, September 22, 2008

If you have a son or daughter participating in a Livingston Jr. High or Livingston High School sport, you may purchase a Proud Lion Parent sign for your yard or home. They are $20 each. They have your child's name and sport number. Payment is due when ordering. Order forms available from klewis@livingstonisd.com, at home football games, or LHS room L512. If you would like a metal stake for your sign, they are $2. Proceeds benefit all boys and girls Livingston ISD sports.

The LIvingston ISD Calendar - September 2008

Wednesday, September 24, 2008
4:00 pm EB-Rehearsal - Livingston Int 

Thursday, September 25, 2008
Livingston Junior High Volleyball - Livingston Vs. Shepherd
7th White  at 4:30     7th Green at 5:30   Aux Gym
8th White  at 4:30      8th Green at 5:30  Main Gym
5:00 pm  EB-Rehearsal  - Livingston HS
5:30 pm LHS Band - Evening Marching Rehearsal - Livingston HS

Saturday, September 27, 2008
All Day ATH - Aldine ISD Cross Country Meet - North Harris College
TBD     ATH - Junior High Volleyball - Lufkin Tournament - Away