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BrazielenFri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://garlandisd.net/newsroom/garland-kenya-austin-academy-students-fund-water-wellAustin Academy students turned a classroom lesson into a life-changing water well that’s now bringing clean water and opportunity to a school in Kenya.Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 +0100https://garlandisd.net/newsroom/garland-kenya-austin-academy-students-fund-water-wellhttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/339552/images/3c5dd89f-f024-40c1-b3a5-b62c8b5d9a35.jpgFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/339552/images/3c5dd89f-f024-40c1-b3a5-b62c8b5d9a35.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/339552/images/2af20b3a-833e-4a65-a7e7-4b5a7785df2e.jpgFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/339552/images/2af20b3a-833e-4a65-a7e7-4b5a7785df2e.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/339552/images/ad44db90-0e66-4587-bea2-3983ce6deff1.jpgFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/339552/images/ad44db90-0e66-4587-bea2-3983ce6deff1.jpghttps://media.journoportfolio.com/users/339552/images/1579998f-7e39-4679-9088-0ebf20157781.jpgFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://media.journoportfolio.com/users/339552/images/1579998f-7e39-4679-9088-0ebf20157781.jpghttps://www.lancasterisd.org/article/938865LANCASTER, Texas -- To #TigerUp in Lancaster ISD means to put your best foot forward as you work to achieve success, and it’s a mantra to help students graduate with more than a diploma. Lancaster High School alumni Tanaiya Sanders embodies what it means to #TigerUp and is showcasing her college success. “Everyone knew me as the responsible go-getter in high school,” said Sanders. “I knew I wanted to get involved and make a name for myself in college.” Sanders enrolled in the dual credit progrFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/938865https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/940822LANCASTER, Texas -- Thirty Lancaster ISD parents are among the first cohort to complete The Concilio’s Parents Advocating for Student Excellence (PASE) program. In December, the district and The Concilio held a special graduation ceremony to celebrate the completion of the nine-week course focused on the public school system, communicating with teachers and counselors, and promoting learning at home. The Lancaster ISD Emergent Bilingual Department partnered with The Concilioto to bring the PASFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/940822https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/965868LANCASTER, Texas -- “Geopolitics. G-e-o-p-o-l-i-t-i-c-s. Geopolitics,” said Christopher Matildo, triumphantly securing his second consecutive win in the Lancaster ISD District Spelling Bee. Matildo, an eighth grader at Lancaster Middle School, took home the first-place championship trophy after 23 rounds of competition. “It feels great to be a two-time winner,” said Matildo. “I’m excited to get another opportunity to compete in the district spelling bee and the Dallas County Spelling Bee.” On Fri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/965868https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/980986LANCASTER, Texas -- As the buzzer sounded during a Friday night men's basketball game against Red Oak High School, the Lancaster Tigers secured another win. But this triumph was different for Head Coach Ferrin Douglas. The 70-42 win against the Hawks marked the coach's 400th career victory in Lancaster ISD. "Accomplishing 400 wins is no easy feat," said Douglas. "These 400 wins tell a story of hard work, sacrifice, struggles, tragedies, disappointment, commitment, strength, but most of all, graFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/980986https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/996680LANCASTER, Texas -- Looking to the sidelines at any Lancaster High School athletics competition, you'll see the varsity cheerleaders supporting the team and energizing the crowd. You can expect to see the cheerleaders performing stunts, flips, and leading a yell as they cheer on the Tigers. You can also expect to see some of the squad members leading on the national level. Last summer, the team went to the National Cheerleaders Association (NCA) Cheer Camp and put Lancaster High School on the mFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/996680https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1024590No one is born a great cook; one learns by doing” – Julia Child. Lancaster High School students are on their way to becoming great cooks thanks to the rigorous Career and Technical Education (CTE) Culinary Arts program. Led by Chef LaTina Dawn, affectionately known as Chef D, the program is just one of many CTE paths offered at Lancaster High School. Culinary students recently had the chance to put their skills on display during the annual STEAM Expo. Student competitors participated in a StudFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1024590https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1024896LANCASTER, Texas -- Continuing the academic and athletic excellence trend in Lancaster ISD, Lancaster High School boasts a new athletic achievement. Senior Jaden Machado is the 2023 UIL Wrestling state champion after winning the 138-pound weight class in February. This historic win makes Jaden the first wrestling state champion in Lancaster High School history. “It is indescribable to be the first person from LHS to achieve this feat,” said Machado. “I feel pretty great, though. I worked hard, Fri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1024896https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1051215LANCASTER, Texas -- Walking out of the Lancaster High School cafeteria kitchen with her head held high, Javayah Fernandez was confident in the Stuffed Baked Potato recipe she had prepared for the Sodexo Future Chefs Challenge. Fernandez and seven other elementary students across Lancaster ISD participated in a junior cooking competition on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. Late last year, the students submitted their recipes to the Child Nutrition Department to be considered for the challenge. The topFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1051215https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1066542Lancaster ISD is launching a new campaign to recognize outstanding students, teachers, staff, and administrators across the district. Our students and staff have made Lancaster ISD great all year, and we want to acknowledge them with a social media spotlight. Over the coming weeks, Standout Students, Teacher Features, Excellent Employees, and Awesome Administrators will be featured on our social media pages. These individuals are doing great things in and out of the classroom, going above and bFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1066542https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1079696LANCASTER, Texas -- A group of Toyota volunteers ventured to Houston Elementary School early on a Wednesday morning, dressed in their signature red shirts and bright smiles, ready to spend some time reading to first and second-grade students. Lancaster ISD partners with Toyota to bring the Toyota Leadership Academy to students and provide access to opportunities and resources. The company has donated time and money to the district's bilingual education program and enjoys volunteering in LancastFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1079696https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1084668LANCASTER, Texas -- The atmosphere in the Lancaster High School coliseum was electric as more than 1,200 third, fourth, and fifth-grade students from Lancaster ISD gathered for the STAAR pep rally. The event was the perfect way to kick off the STAAR testing season and motivate the students to perform their best. "It's always been a dream of mine to bring the elementary school campuses together for a big pep rally," said Belt Line Elementary Principal and pep rally organizer Ta-Tanisha StevensonFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1084668https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1086232LANCASTER, Texas -- Lancaster ISD hosted its annual Special Olympics track meet on Tuesday, April 18, with more than 100 student-athletes from seven school districts participating. This is the 12th year the event has been held. The day is known for being fun, showcasing friendship, teamwork, and healthy competition with students from Cedar Hill ISD, Ferris ISD, Midlothian ISD, Lancaster ISD, Red Oak ISD, Terrell ISD, and Waxahachie ISD. “The students look forward to this event every year,” saidFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1086232https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1111010LANCASTER, Texas -- Teachers are essential to society and crucial in shaping our children's future. In recognition of their dedication and hard work, many school districts, including Lancaster ISD, participate in the Teacher Incentive Allotment program. In addition, forty-four teachers in Lancaster ISD will receive a five-year designation as a Master, Exemplary, or Recognized teacher based on teacher observation and student growth data. This incentive program, created by the Texas Legislature aFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1111010https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1111101LANCASTER, Texas -- After months of hard work, dedication, and a surprise reveal, Lancaster High School has announced the top ten students for the class of 2023. Parents, district leadership, and campus leadership met in the Lancaster High School lecture hall on Wednesday, May 10, as counselors revealed the top ten ranks. Students were emotional as their ranks were announced, and their parents presented them with an engraved top ten medallion. All top ten students are enrolled in Lancaster EarlFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1111101https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1119070LANCASTER, Texas -- Class of 2023 seniors took a trip down memory lane as they participated in the first-ever senior walk. The tradition brings the graduating seniors to their former elementary and middle school campuses, allowing them to walk down the hallway and receive congratulations, encouragement, and a visual reminder of how far they have come on their academic journey. The high school administration and the district communications department organized the campus visits to encourage studFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1119070https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1146979LANCASTER, Texas -- Lancaster ISD educators recently attended a leadership summit to enhance their skills and knowledge in education. The inaugural Purpose, Passion, and Untapped Potential Leadership Summit allowed educators to gain valuable insights from experienced professionals, including nationally known educator and public speaker Principal Baruti Kafele, leading professional development consultant for school districts, Dr. Donyall Dickey, and Lancaster ISD leaders, Superintendent Dr. KatriFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1146979https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1157095LANCASTER, Texas -- The sounds of conga and bongo drums ring in full volume across the Lancaster High School dance studio as drummers play an uptempo Afrobeat. It's summertime, but thirty dance students are at school and focused on Michelle Gibson, aka Mz. G, as she leads the class through the steps of the routine. Their eyes are full of determination and pride as they execute the choreography. The reason for the students' laser focus is the Lancaster ISD Fine Arts Department summer dance camp.Fri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1157095https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1161882LANCASTER, Texas -- It was an evening of accomplishment and success as four Lancaster High School seniors participated in the summer commencement exercises. The ceremony was held in the Lancaster High School auditorium and signified the completion of a significant milestone. Lancaster High School counselor Meca Anderson opened the ceremony with a warm welcome to the graduates and congratulated them on their achievements. Chief of Student Services, Dr. Marcus Jackson, shared a special message, pFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1161882https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1169068LANCASTER, Texas -- Young basketballers filled the LHS gym this week to participate in the annual Lancaster ISD hoop camp. The three-day event was open to rising third through eighth-grade boys and girls, allowing them to learn new skills, make new friends, and have fun in a safe and supportive environment. The camp was held in Lancaster High School's practice gym, providing the perfect backdrop for a week of basketball instruction. LHS head boys basketball coach and camp organizer Ferrin DouglFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1169068https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1150833LANCASTER, Texas -- More than 160 rising third through eighth-grade students are getting a boost in science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) learning this summer through an educational camp. The Lancaster ISD Tiger STEAM Camp is a three-week summer program that provides students with STEAM, social-emotional learning, fine arts, sports, and health and wellness experiences. The camp features a variety of hands-on activities that allow students to explore and engage with STEAM conceFri, 21 Jul 2023 00:00:00 +0100https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/1150833