A Message from the Superintendent
Dear Lovejoy Community:
Important information regarding school finance and the loss of $6 million in state funding for Lovejoy ISD was sent to the Lovejoy community yesterday. In case you missed it,
please click here
for complete details. It is critical for our community to contact the Governor's office and ask that ASATR be included in a special session. We are on a short timeline. You may reach the Governor's office as follows:
Send a Message via Facebook:
Online Contact Form for the Governor's Office:
Governor's Fax:
512.463.1849
The Governor will likely make a decision regarding a special session this week. Time is of the essence. Click here for specific talking points regarding ASATR.
Lovejoy High School Class of 2017
Congratulations to the Lovejoy High School Class of 2017. Saturday was a tremendous day of celebration in honor of these students. We are very much looking forward to the future successes of the Class of 2017.
The following graduation photos are the courtesy of LHS student Shae Daugherty.
WSMS Track and Field Champs
Congratulations to Avery Ashley, 7th grade Pole Vault District Champion.
Congratulations to Julia Brochu, 8th grade Discus District Champion.
Canadian National Judo Championship
Congratulations to Alexandria (Alex) LeFort, a rising Sophomore at LHS. Alex competed this past weekend in the Canadian National Judo Championships in the under 18 (cadet) and under 16 categories. She is the silver medalist in under 16 and the bronze medalist in under 18. Alex's goal is to make the Canadian Olympic team and compete in the Olympics in 2024. Following is a picture of the medal ceremony (Alex is on the right) for her U18 win.
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This section of Email Express highlights news reports/articles in which Lovejoy has been featured over the previous week.
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Lovejoy ISD Pre-Kindergarten
Lovejoy ISD is accepting applications for tuition-based Pre-Kindergarten. This comprehensive program will be staffed by credentialed teachers and housed on the Puster Elementary School campus. This program will offer enhancements in music, fitness, art, library, science, technology, engineering, and math. We are enthusiastic to provide a Lovejoy education for community members looking for a rich learning experience which will provide a firm foundation for kindergarten and beyond.
To apply, please
click here
. To schedule a tour of the Pre-Kindergarten program, please contact
Stacey Dillon
at 469.742.8003.
Summer Enrichment Camps
The Summer Enrichment Camps have been finalized, and we are excited to offer opportunities for Pre-K through 12th grade. You will find everything from dodge ball to robotics, and cooking to coding.
Summer Enrichment Camps will be offered in three sessions:
Session I: June 12-16
Session II: June 19-23
Session III: July 10-14
Click here
to see the exciting summer enrichment camp offerings. Registration is open.
With a few exceptions (athletic camps and Lovejoy theatre camp), information for all enrichment camps is available through this link. If there is a need to register through the camp provider, the link will be provided with the session description for each session (e.g., PSAT Prep from Princeton Review).
Please review the enrichment camps and consider one or more of these excellent opportunities for your children this summer.
Lovejoy ISD Athletic Summer Camps and Performance Course
Registration is open for Lovejoy ISD Athletic Summer Camps.
Click here
for details.
Lovejoy Athletics is pleased to announce its partnership with Geno Pierce's Performance Course for the 2017-2018 school year. Performance Course brings with it a proven track record of championship success. Performance Course offers many different courses from high-intensity to foundational programs. There is something for everyone.
Click here
for details and registration links.
Lovejoy Musical Theatre Camp
Join Lovejoy's fifth annual Summer Musical Theatre Camp for two weeks of acting, choreography, theatre games, singing, costuming, and a lot of fun. Camp dates are July 10 - 20, 2017.
Students will work together to produce and perform Disney's The Lion King Experience - Kids. Directed by Jessica Brewster, LHS Head Theatre Director, and musically directed by Bethany Stuard, SCIS Choral Director, this show is sure to be an unforgettable experience. Students who attend will develop confidence, sharpen their musical and theatrical skills, and create wonderful memories along the way. Spots are limited and will be a first-come-first-serve basis.
Click here
for additional information.
Lovejoy Leopard Lacrosse
Boys' K-8 Teams Registration Now Open
Registration is now open for the boys' 20
17 Fall season of Lovejoy Leopard Lacrosse. Join the most e
xciting, fastest growing sport in the country.
Register now for boys grades Kindergart
en through 8th. Visit
www.lovejoylacrosse.com
for information regarding the program and the upcoming Fall season.
Girls' teams and Boys' High School will begin registration soon.
Hurry, as rosters will fill quickly.
Bus Drivers
Lovejoy ISD is currently accepting applications for full-time and part-time school bus drivers.
Click here
for additional information.
Substitute Nursing
Lovejoy ISD is currently accepting applications for substitute nurses. The application may be found by
clicking here
. Please contact Melissa Page with any questions at: 469.742.8013 or
melissa_page@lovejoyisd.net
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Upcoming Events
Camp Invention: June 19-23
Camp Invention will be held at Sloan Creek Intermediate School from June 19th through 23rd for children entering K - 6th grades.
Click here
for additional information.
Sports Physicals and Cardiac Screenings: July 22
Saturday, July 22, 2017
Willow Springs Middle School
$20 for physicals, payable to Lovejoy Athletics
$15 for cardiac screen, payable to Who We Play For
The Lovejoy Sports Medicine Department is offering sports physicals, and hosting Who We Play For for cardiac screenings. Physicals and cardiac screens are open to all 2017-18 incoming 7th - 12th grade student-athletes. A parent or guardian should attend with the student to sign permission forms.
The physical examination consists of the parent or guardian completing a medical history, followed by a thorough medical and orthopedic assessment by a host of qualified nurses, physical therapists, athletic trainers, and physicians.
Please RSVP for each student attending physicals and/or cardiac screenings by clicking here. Payment is due at WSMS on July 22nd. Payment must be made by check or cash, as no credit cards will be accepted.
Lovejoy ISD requires every 7th - 12th grade student-athlete to receive an annual physical prior to participation in sports.
The cardiac screen is not required for participation in athletics at Lovejoy ISD but it is highly recommended. Who We Play For recommends testing at least once during high school.
This is a fundraising event for our Sports Medicine Department. We appreciate your support.
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If you would like to provide us with accomplishments of a Lovejoy graduate, please
click here
.
We will share this information in the "Where Are They Now?" section of Email Express. It is a pleasure to report the successes of Lovejoy graduates during their college years and beyond.
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Lovejoy ISD App
The Lovejoy ISD App is available for download on both Apple and Android devices. To download the app for Apple devices, please
click here
. To download the app for Android devices, please
click here
.
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As always, please feel free to contact me with questions or concerns.
With Respect,
Ted Moore
Superintendent
Lovejoy ISD
972.415.8129 (mobile)
469.742.8011 (office)
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