News - Morning Fire at LHS
Submitted by Gregg Faith, Livingston ISD Communications, September 30, 2008
On Tuesday morning, September 30, 2008, a small fire broke out in the portable building bathroom located on the Livingston High School campus.  The fire did minor damage and no one was hurt in the incident.  At this time, it is believed that the fire was deliberately set by a member of the LHS student body and LISD is cooperating with local authorities to investigate. 

Stop Bullying Now!
Submitted by Diana Kelm, LISD Administration Department, September 30, 2008

Livingston ISD - Livingston ISD is serious about combatting bullying in 2008/2009 and is aiming to keep our schools bully free. A new web link has been added to the LISD District website to assist in this and to give parents, students, and teachers information about how they can "Stop Bullying Now!" Follow the link below to access this informative new website:

http://www.stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/index.asp?area=main

LHS to Retire Mark Moseley's Number
Submitted by Gregg Faith, Livingston ISD Communications, September 30, 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

First Grade Rocks!
Submitted by Lisa Fuller, Pine Ridge Elementary, September 30, 2008

First grade teachers a PRE let their hair down and had some fun while preparing to welcome back students for the new school year.

Click here to view the Photo Gallery!

LIS PTO Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Submitted by Wendy Guthrie, LIS Parent Teacher Orginization, September 2008

Livingston ISD - The Livingston Intermediate School PTO will have a meeting on Tuesday, September 30, 2008 at 6:00 p.m. at LIS. Parents do not have to be a PTO member to attend the meeting. Everyone is invited!

JH All-Region Choir Audition Postponed
Submitted by Tom Myers, Livingston Junior High School, September 30, 2008
Livingston - Another organization has been struck by IKE. This time, the LJH Performing Choir students participating in the JH/MS All-Region Choir audition will be traveling to Kountze on October 18th instead of the 4th as originally scheduled. The off-campus rehearsals for selected region choir members have yet to be determined. Additional rehearsal dates will be placed on the District Calendar as they become available.

LHS offers PSAT/NMSQT to Juniors and Sophomores
Submitted by LHS Counselors, Livingston High School, September 30, 2008

Livingston - LHS will be administering the PSAT/NMSQT (National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test) to their Juniors and Sophomores on Wednesday, October 15. Students who are college-bound are encouraged to take this test. The Juniors take the test free while the sophomores will need to pay $13.00. Checks or money orders will need to be made out to LHS. This particular test does several things: it enables the students to get the "feel" of the actual SAT college entrance exam, students can earn scholarships and academic recognition, it gives feedback and tools students can use to improve their skills for the actual SAT tests, it helps students begin the college search process.

The high school is coordinating with The Continuum Learning Center to take a practice PSAT test and recieve suggestions on how to improve their scores. Ms. Jackson will cover the highlights of "Things to Know" before you take the test.

When the actual PSAT/NMSQT scores come back the counselors will schedule a time to share information with both parents and students.

For further information, please contact Karri McKissick (PSAT coordinator)at the LHS Counselors' office.

Cool Shades from LHS Publications
Submitted by Parents of Publications Students, Livingston High School, September 30, 2008

Livingston - Lion fans can keep cool, dry and show their support for the Lions with a Livingston Lions stadium umbrella. They may be purchased at the tailgate party, homecoming game or ordered from the journalism link on the school website for $20. All proceeds will help fund the pulications summer camp and scholarship.  Click here for an order form!

Click Here for an Order Form!

LHS along with Continuum Learning Center Offers Mock PSAT
Submitted by LHS Counselores, Livingston High School, September 30, 2008

Livingston - Ms. Jackson from the Continuum Learning Center will be talking to Juniors about the PSAT test on Tuesday, September 30, during Social Studies classes. She will cover topics such as what to bring to the testing room, guessing vs. not guessing, differences between college entrance exams and TAKS testing, etc.

On Saturday, October 4, Ms. Jackson will be giving a Mock PSAT test to LHS students who have signed up for the PSAT at no charge to the students. She will distribute these results to the students on Thursday, October 9. These results can be used to prepare for the actual PSAT which is scheduled for Wednesday, October 15.

Photo of the Week
Submitted by LHS Publications, Livingston High School, September 30, 2008

Livingston - LHS Publications students recently completed a project involving capturing textures in photography. Christian Smith, an 11th grade Photojournalism student earned the honor of “Photo of the Week” for this shot taken during Tennis practice at LHS. Each week during the 2008/2009 school year, we will be focusing the photography work of a local student in the Roar and on our district website.

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!

Varsity Lions Football Tonight
6:00 P.M. in Lumberton!
Go Lions!

Athletic Rescheduling - Hurricane Ike
Submitted by Pennee Hall, Livingston ISD Athletics Department, September 30, 2008

Tuesday, September 30           
HS Volleyball                           Vidor at Livingston                               4:30, 5:30, 6:30            F, JV, V
Varsity Football                        Livingston at Lumberton                        6:00 p.m.

Thursday, October 2               
HS Football                              Lufkin at Livingston                               5:00 p.m.                      9W
Cross Country                          Livingston Meet                                    3:00 p.m.            Matthews Park
HS Volleyball                           PNG at Livingston                                4:00 p.m.                      V

Friday, October 3                    
HS Volleyball                           Lumberton at Livingston                        4:30, 5:30, 6:30            F, JV, V

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

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

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

Tuesday, September 30, 2008
4:30 pm ATH - FRE Volleyball Vs. Vidor, Livingston HS
5:30 pm ATH - JV Volleyball Vs. Vidor, Livingston HS
6:30 pm ATH - Varsity Volleyball Vs. Vidor, Livingston HS
7:30 pm ATH - V Football Vs. Lumberton, Raider Stadium

Wednesday, October 1, 2008
3:30 pm FFA - Officer Meeting (Officers Only), Livingston HS
4:00 pm EB-Rehearsal Livingston Int

Thursday, October 2, 2008
ATH - Livingston Cross Country Meet, Pedigo Park
1:30 pm District Advisory Council Meeting, Livingston JH
5:00 pm EB-Rehearsal, Livingston HS
5:30 pm LHS Band - Evening Marching Rehearsal, Livingston HS

Friday, October 3, 2008
End Of 6-Weeks
All Day - LHS - “Paint The Panthers”, Livingston HS
FFA - Member Luncheon, Livingston HS
4:30 pm ATH - FRE Volleyball Vs. Lumberton, Livingston HS
5:30 pm ATH - JV Volleyball Vs. Lumberton, Livingston HS
6:30 pm ATH - Varsity Volleyball Vs. Lumberton, Livingston HS

Saturday, October 4, 2008
All Day ATH - Junior High Volleyball - Tarkinton Tournament, Away
7:30 pm ATH - V Football Vs. Beaumont Ozen, Lion Stadium