Lewisville Independent School District | Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2014
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Harmon Students Get Unique Prospective on 9/11
University of North Texas History Professor Speaks at Assembly
 Photo Gallery University of North Texas Associate Professor of Middle Eastern History Dr. Nancy L. Stockdale spoke to Lewisville High School-Harmon 10th grade AP World History students on Sept. 11, providing a unique look into United States and Middle Eastern relations before and after the tragic day of Sept. 11, 2001. "I wanted the students to get a larger historical context for not just 9/11, but the pre- and post-history of 9/11 in the Middle East and the United States," Stockdale said. "There is a future being created and we are all in a position where we can shape it to be more positive or more negative." The crowd of more than 250 students found the assembly, which included numerous photos and a question-and-answer session at the end, extremely informative. "Hearing Dr. Stockdale was very beneficial and eye-opening for all of us because our age does not really know much about a pre-9/11 society," student Madison Lopez said. To read more, click here.
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Rachel's Challenge Visits Durham Middle School
Students Vow to Start Chain Reaction of Kindness and Compassion
 Photo Gallery Rachel's Challenge shared its story throughout Durham Middle School Sept. 12 with a pair of assemblies and a training program. Presented David Hills was on campus to share the story and writings of 17-year-old Rachel Scott, who was the first student killed at Columbine High School in Littleton, Colo., on April 20, 1999. Scott was known for reaching out to those who were different, picked on and new to her school. Shorty before Scott's death, she wrote, "I have this theory that if one person can go out of their way to show compassion, then it will start a chain reaction of the same." Hills said the message he wanted to get across to DMS students was clear. "The message was about kindness and compassion," presenter David Hills said. "Our belief is that one small act of kindness, like Rachel said, can make a huge impact. How we treat each other is what it all boils down to." To read more, click here.
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Lewisville Learning AND Writing Center
Staff Members Biggs-Scribner, Johnson, Smith, Swilley all Published Authors
 Some people stand in line for hours just to meet an author and have their book signed. Luckily for students at Lewisville Learning Center, published authors are on campus every single school day. Middle school Language Arts/Reading teacher Stephanie Biggs-Scribner, Assistant Principal Dr. Rayetta Johnson, high school English/Journalism teacher Karen Smith and high school Social Studies teacher Charles Swilley all have written books which are available for purchase on Amazon.com. LLC Principal Kecia Theodore has seen her staff members' accomplishments translate to added success in the classroom. "By sharing their works with students, each of our published authors share a bit of themselves which is vital in forming meaningful relationships with students," Theodore said. "The LLC is where great minds create a positive and supportive environment for great minds to thrive." To read more, click here.
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LHS Announces Homecoming Week Events
Parade in Old Town Lewisville Set for Oct. 8; Football Game Oct. 10
 Save the date for all LHS Homecoming activities as Big John and the entire Farmer Family invite you to "Once Upon a Time in Lewisville!" The Fighting Farmers football team plays Flower Mound on Friday, Oct. 10 at 7:30 p.m. at Max Goldsmith Stadium. The naming of the Homecoming King and Queen will take place prior to the kickoff, while the LHS Hall of Fame inductions will take place at halftime. A tailgating party will begin at 4:45 p.m. that day in front of the stadium. Be sure to bring a lawn chair and enjoy live music, food and fun. "Chalk the Walk" sidewalk decorating at LHS will be held Tuesday, Oct. 7 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. The famous Homecoming Parade in Old Town Lewisville will be Wednesday, Oct. 8 and start at 6 p.m. with a community pep rally at City Hall immediately following. A student yell practice will be held at Max Goldsmith Stadium on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 9 p.m. The homecoming dance is set for Saturday, Oct. 11 from 8-11:30 p.m. in the LHS cafeteria. For more information, including how to order Homecoming T-shirts, buy tickets and attend other LHS events during the exciting week, click here or email Allison Stamey at [email protected].
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Lewisville Learning Center Principal Profile
 Check out the profile about Lewisville Learning Center first-year principal Kecia Theodore, who discusses her favorite thing about her job; what she enjoys doing in her spare time; and dishes some advice to someone who is interested in becoming a principal.
Lewisville ISD (LISD): What has the experience been like thus far as the new Lewisville Learning Center Principal?
Kecia Theodore (KT): I am humbled by the welcome I have received from students, parents and staff. Although I am new to Lewisville ISD, there are countless people that have gone out of their way to make me feel at home. The support has been amazing and I look for more great things to come. While the school year has just begun, two teachers have welcomed new babies and I will be extending congratulations to four students for meeting the requirements for graduation or completing coursework. You can only experience this type of joy and excitement so early in the year at Lewisville Learning Center.
LISD: What is your favorite thing about your job as an educator in LISD?
KT: Beginning with the Visioning Conference and continuing through this summer's Leadership Conference, I have been challenged like never before. I have been exposed to new thinking, processes and technology all related to Strategic Design. The concept of being a learning leader is real in LISD and I love the support that comes along with the ideas and process.
LISD: What is something that most would not know about you?
KT: I am a first generation college graduate and graduated at the top of my class from Grambling State University. I eat kale or seaweed almost every day for lunch. I have not cut my hair in nine and a half years.
LISD: What do you like to do in your spare time?
KT: I enjoy spending quality time with my husband and daughter. I was a Geography teacher, so I love to travel. My favorite getaway is the Caribbean. The majority of my "spare time" is mommy time; volleyball practice, music lessons, etc. I also like to run and aspire to complete a marathon in the near future.
LISD: What piece of advice would you give to someone who is interested in becoming a principal or entering the education field?
KT: Enter with an open-mind and an open heart. Make all decisions in the best interest of kids and you can never go wrong. This is truly the greatest profession in the world; we have the awesome task of preparing the next generation to take their place in society.
Stay tuned for our next Principal Profile, published on LISD.net every Friday morning. One principal per zone will be featured each week. See all the archives. #LISDprofile
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Go Farmers!
Teacher and Student Highlights from Farmer Country
 LHS, Marcus High School Support Local Veterans During "Battle of the Axe" Week Recently, both LHS and Marcus High School communities came together for a common cause - giving back to wounded soldiers in need. During the week of Sept. 8, all elementary and middle schools that feed into both LHS and MHS participated in the Boot Campaign - a national non-profit organization dedicated to cultivating awareness, promoting patriotism and providing assistance to military personnel; past and present; and their families. Overall, the campaign was able to raise approximately $3,000. In addition, the schools recognized its local veterans during a special ceremony honoring them on the field prior to the football game. Way to work together, Farmers and Marauders!  Hedrick Middle School Launches School-Wide 40 Book Challenge for Teachers In order to have the opportunity to connect with their inner-reader and each other to expose students to authentic excitement about reading, Hedrick Middle School teachers have launched their own 40 Book Challenge. The idea, which includes completing the challenge in one school year, was concocted by 6th grade English Language Arts teachers Julia McCloud and Michelle Furr. Ultimately, they wanted students to see their teachers as readers and know that HMS values reading and supports reading goals. Furr designed and placed 40 Book Challenge pledge posters around campus for students and staff members to sign. She also created tracking sheets for books read. Teachers are hanging "I'm Currently Reading..." signs on their doors to support the imitative. McCloud is developing a launch kit in case other schools are interested. To contact her, email [email protected].  HMS 8th Grade Students Recreate Motion Graphs HMS 8th grade students in Erin Stutes' science class participated in a hiker lab activity Sept. 11. The students used Sparks with a motion sensor to recreate given motion graphs.  HMS 7th Grade Students Get Creative with Grammar HMS 7th grade students in Beth Yanda's English Language Arts class linked their sustained silent reading time to their writing, looking at the different words that were capitalized in their books Sept. 10. Then, the group categorized the words in order to review capitalization rules.  Lakeland Elementary Hosts "Share Your Hair" Event
Lakeland Elementary rallied for fellow 3rd grade student Far Sung by participating in a "Share Your Hair" event Sept. 15 in the gymnasium. Stylists from Cloud-Nine Salon cut the hair of students, parents and teachers to provide for wigs for cancer sufferers through "Pink Heart Funds." More than 300 inches of hair was collected. To see a photo gallery of the event, click here. To read an article in the Lewisville Leader, click here.  Vickery Elementary Adopted by CoServ Electric for Third Consecutive Year For the third straight year, Vickery Elementary was adopted by CoServ Electric through the company's Adopt-A-School program. CoServ provided an abundance of school supplies and also donated three NOOKs to the Vickery library Sept. 10. To learn more about CoServ's program, click here. 
First Starfish Caf� of the Year a Success Focus on the Future hosted its first Starfish Caf� of the school year Sept. 17 at Purnell Support Center. It was a sold-out crowd. Students served guests popular dishes such as baked potatoes, chicken quesadillas, turkey club sandwiches and grilled chicken salads. Desserts and beverages were also served. Learn more about the program and make your lunch reservation by clicking here.
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Farmer Varsity Athletic Scoreboard
Scores from Lewisville High School Varsity Sporting Events
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Sport
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Date
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Opponent
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Score
| Boys Tennis
| 9-9
| Hebron
| L, 3-16
| Girls Tennis
| 9-9
| Hebron
| L, 3-16
| Volleyball
| 9-9
| Allen
| L, 0-3
| Volleyball
| 9-12
| Flower Mound
| L, 0-3
| Football
| 9-12
| Marcus
| L, 6-28
| Boys
Cross Country
| 9-13
| Decatur Meet
| One individual
in Top 10
| Girls
Cross Country
| 9-13
| Decatur Meet
| Two individuals
in Top 10
| Boys Tennis
| 9-16
| Allen
| L, 0-19
| Girls Tennis
| 9-16
| Allen
| L, 0-19
| Volleyball
| 9-16
| Plano West
| L, 0-3
| Football
| 9-19
| open
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| Boys Tennis
| 9-19
| Flower Mound
| L, 0-19
| Girls Tennis
| 9-19
| Flower Mound
| L, 0-19
| Volleyball
| 9-19
| Plano East
| W, 3-2
| Boys
Cross Country
| 9-20
| Marcus Meet
| 10 personal bests
| Girls
Cross Country
| 9-20
| Marcus Meet
| 10 personal bests
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Events & Announcements
What's Happening in Farmer Country?
Huffines Middle School Second Annual Student Council Mixer - Sept. 25
Huffines Middle School is hosting its second annual Student Council 6th grade Mixer Sept. 25 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. The Lewisville High School Student Council will be in attendance to speak to the HMS students, as well as serve pizza and cookies. For more information, email [email protected].
College Street Elementary PTA Sponsoring Chick-fil-A Night - Sept. 25
The College Street Elementary Parent Teacher Association is sponsoring Chick-fil-A Night Sept. 25 from 5-8 p.m. at the Lewisville Chick-Fil-A on Main Street (749 W Main St., FM 1171). All College Street families are invited to join for dinner. For more information or questions, contact Jill France at [email protected].
Vickery Elementary Hosting Second Annual Sock Hop - Sept. 26
Vickery Elementary is hosting its second annual Sock Hop to kick off the 2014-2015 school year Sept. 26 from 6-8 p.m. in the cafeteria. The event will include live music and a cake walk. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. For more information, email Abby Beyer at [email protected]
"Love and Logic" Parent Classes - Sept. 30 and Oct. 7
Parents with children of all ages (from toddlers to teenagers), join us for free "Love and Logic" parent classes on Sept. 30 or Oct. 7 in LISD's Bolin Administration Building. The classes will teach techniques to help parents have more fun and less stress while raising more responsible kids of all ages. More information
Medication Disposal Day - Sept. 27
Bring any expired or unused over-the-counter or prescription medications to the location closest to you for Medication Disposal Day! More information  Focus on the Future Starfish Caf� Dates; Starfish Coffee Shop Now Open Focus on the Future will host Starfish Caf� Oct. 1, 15, 29, Nov. 5, 19 and Dec. 10 at Purnell Support Center (136 W. Purnell St., Lewisville) from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Starfish Caf� is a student center business training program for young adults, ages 18-21, with significant disabilities that helps them gain meaningful employment skills in the restaurant and hospitality industries. They prepare four popular menu items (baked potato, chicken quesadilla, turkey club sandwich and grilled chicken Caesar salad) with a dessert and beverage choice for a $7 donation. All proceeds provide opportunities for developing new skills. For reservations, email [email protected]. Also, Focus on the Future recently opened the Starfish Coffee Shop in the Purnell lobby. Selections include Keurig coffees and teas, fresh baked Otis Spunkmeyer cookies and Otis Spunkmeyer muffins. Prices range from $1-$1.50 per item and hours are Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. More information
Parent Education Summit - Oct. 10
LISD's West Zone Assistant Principals would like for parents to join them for their inaugural parent education summit "A Window into 21st Century Learning." During the event, parents will have the opportunity to learn and see some of the differences between learning in a traditional classroom and learning in a 21st century classroom. The event will be held Friday, Oct.10 at 7:30 a.m. at the new Flower Mound High School 9th Grade Campus (3411 Peters Colony Road, Flower Mound). This opportunity is being made available to the first 200 people. Register online here.
 LISD Welcomes Back Educational Technologist Leader November - Oct. 21
Back by popular demand, Lewisville ISD welcomes famed educational technologist and best-selling author Alan November to lead two "Parent University" (Parent U) learning opportunities for all LISD parents on Oct. 21.
Parents will have the opportunity to attend a session with November, who will present "How Every Home Supports Their Child's Learning - A Parent Survival Guide to the Digital World." Sessions will be held at 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and 6:30-8:30 p.m. in LISD's Bolin Administrative Center (1565 W. Main St., Lewisville). Please feel free to brownbag a lunch or dinner.
November's sessions will cover:
- Critical thinking on the Internet
- Managing and learning from social media
- When parents should say "Yes" and "No"
- Turning digital fear and anxiety into digital hope and excitement
- Creating a safe and digital learning environment and
- How the digital world improves learning
LISD's Parent U program offers a variety of sessions held throughout the school year. For more information, contact the Office of Public Relations and Community Relations at [email protected].
 LHS Baseball Craft Show - Nov. 1 The Lewisville High School Baseball Booster Club will hold its 20th annual Craft Show Nov. 1 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the LHS main campus (1098 West Main Street). The event will feature more than 70 booths of handmade and name brand products. Vendors are still needed. Click here to fill out a form. For more information, visit www.farmerbaseball.com, the event's official Facebook or email [email protected].  Lewisville Elementary Hosting Fall Classic Chess Tournament - Nov. 1 Lewisville Elementary (285 Country Ridge Road) will host its Fall Classic Chess Tournament Nov. 1 beginning at 9:30 a.m. The format is five-round Swiss, non-elimination. The entry fee is $15 for rated players and $5 for non-rated. Play is open to all LISD students and all levels of players in Dallas-Fort Worth area (kindergarten-12th grade). Trophies will be awarded. A concession stand will be available. Students may also bring a sack lunch. To fill out sign-up form, click here. For more information, call 469.713.5995 or email [email protected].
Get Involved with Destination Imagination
Destination Imagination (DI) is now forming teams for students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. DI is a 21st century learning program that encourages students to have fun, take risks, focus and frame challenges while incorporating science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM); the arts; and service learning. DI is a LISD sponsored program for all students fueled by parent volunteers. For more information, contact LISD's DI Coordinator Robin Napier at [email protected] or 469-948-8201.
LISD Offers Services to Students With Disabilities
LISD's Special Education Department offers instructional and related services to children with disabilities as defined in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the Texas Commissioner of Education Rules. For more information, click here.
To see more family activities in the area, visit the LHS Community Activities page on LISD.net.
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Greg Weghorst
Central Zone Communications Coordinator1800 Timber Creek Road Flower Mound, Texas 75028
469.948.8076
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