Dear Wonderful Lovejoy Community:
“There are no problems we cannot solve together, and very few that we can solve by ourselves.” – Lyndon Johnson
Could there be anything more powerful than a strong group of teammates who lift you up when you need it the most?
There is an absolute truth that every great work completed by an “individual” may give glory to a lionized man or woman; but without a doubt, there were teammates who encouraged them along the way.
Even the teams given the greatest of titles will tell you that camaraderie and connectedness were the keys to their success, not the performance of one individual. A “team” can mean your work team, your family, your community or even a group or organization you are a part of. But no matter the structure…
What does it take to be a Great Teammate?
I‘ve had some amazing teammates and I’ve had some challenging ones. A couple of years ago, I attended a reunion where it was fun to see the offensive linemen who protected me as their quarterback for four years in college. I love these guys.
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It reminded me that being a great teammate has little to do with size, shape, color, or background, but it has everything to do with
heart.
5 Qualities of Being a Great Teammate
5. Know Your Teammates Well -
All Players Have a Place When They Bring Value to the Team. How well do you know your teammates? Do you know their interests, strengths, and areas of most need of support? Great teams and teammates know each other well.
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Make Everyone Feel a Part of the Team -
Great Teams Have Great Depth. That means each and every one who is a part of your team has a role, but also an understanding and appreciation of their importance. Remember, if you are leading and no one is following….all you are doing is taking a walk!
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Hold Each Other Accountable -
Teammates must Count on Each other When it Counts. A single stick can be broken easily. A bundle of sticks bound together is near impossible to break. Without each other, you can be broken easily. The power of a team is that when bound together, you may bend but you will not break.
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Do you have the courage to have difficult conversations with the right intent of making each other stronger and making the team better?
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Communicate with Each Other
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Investing in Each other Pays Dividends. Never assume. When we assume, we make a … well, you know. It is so critical to talk. When we don’t talk, people make up their own communication - their story...it is the story we all tell ourselves with no facts to back it up. Yet this leads us to conclusions which have no basis.
We must talk to know, and must know to grow, and must grow to achieve!
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Keep the Main Thing the Main Thing -
The Goal is More Important than the Role. You cannot achieve greatness as a team, group, or family with only one player. It takes a team. As we lead, we must keep our vision, direction, and absolutes in the forefront of all we do. What is the main purpose of your team? Far too often we get distracted by all the “extras” around us and forget our ultimate purpose.
Great teams don’t miss “the main thing” and they never let the goal out of their sight.
We can do amazing things when we have teammates who encourage us, lift us up, and believe in us.
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Last night was an excellent example of community teamwork in action! Every quality of a great teammate was exhibited by the Lovejoy Cheerleaders and the Cheer Booster Club as they hosted the first LOJO GLOW Community Pep Rally. It was incredible! I am so proud of our Lovejoy Community and all of the participants…Leopard pride is alive and awesome! Our students, parents, staff and community filled the gym and enjoyed great performances while raising over $3,500 for cancer research and support. Wow!
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I am so proud to be a partner with our community on Team Lovejoy!
Now, go hug your teammates! Let them know you are so glad you are a part of their team and TOGETHER DO GREAT THINGS! We are One Heart One Lovejoy!
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This past Friday evening the Lovejoy Leopards lost a tough game to Denton Braswell in triple overtime.
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On Saturday our marching band competed in Denton and brought home, for the first time in school history, 1st place in a marching contest! Please see the Student Recognition section of this communication for details and photographs. We are #LovejoyProud!
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On Monday we celebrated our very first Heart of a Teacher Award recipients. Each campus selected these teachers as their Heart of a Teacher recipient for the month of September. The selection process was based on the teacher who most exemplifies the pillars of the Educator/Graduate Profile. Full details may be found
here. Congratulations to:
Sarah Moody
Hart Elementary School
Kurt Doty
Lovejoy Elementary School
Lynn Shambaugh
Puster Elementary School
Stephanie Chaney
Sloan Creek Intermediate School
Heidi Gambrell
Willow Springs Middle School
Chasity Lynch
Lovejoy High School
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Lovejoy Leopards, Inc. hosted a golf tournament on Monday afternoon benefitting all athletic booster clubs. Special thanks to all of the volunteers, participants and sponsors for making this a successful event.
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On Tuesday I had the opportunity to attend the Heritage Ranch National Night Out. It was great to connect with these incredible members of our community.
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Here are a few of my favorite photos from the week:
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Lovejoy Band Takes First at Golden Triangle Classic
The Lovejoy Band competed at the Golden Triangle Classic in Denton this past weekend. The band won both preliminaries and finals and took home caption awards for Music, Marching, Music General Effect, Color Guard, Woodwinds, and Brass. This is a first for the program, and it is a tremendous accomplishment to place at the top of a highly competitive DFW Marching contest. Congratulations to our talented students and directors!
Special thanks to Amy Staab and Amy Bell for the great photos:
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The band’s next competition will be held on Saturday, October 5 at 2:30 PM at Wylie High School. We hope to see you there!
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LHS Health Occupations Society of America (HOSA) Raises Funds to End Alzheimer’s
Congratulations to the LHS HOSA Club for living the
Graduate Profile Pillar of “Works for Justice in the Community”. The HOSA Club raised funds to end Alzheimer’s through a bake sale and participating in the Walk to End Alzheimer’s. We are so proud of these students!
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Apply Now for Leadership Lovejoy
The Lovejoy Independent School District is pleased to announce the application process for Leadership Lovejoy. This program provides an opportunity for participants to learn the history of Lovejoy, as well as educational practices, programs, and philosophy of Lovejoy ISD. Additionally, Leadership Lovejoy members will provide feedback, ask questions, and share ideas for district improvement. Meetings will be held once per month from October – April from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Applications should be submitted by Tuesday, October 15.
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Safety and Security Training
Lovejoy ISD is offering “Stop the Bleed” and “Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events” trainings during the month of November. You are invited to join us for this training which is applicable and practical for all community members.
Stop the Bleed
November 19, 2019
6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Lovejoy High School Lecture Hall
Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events
November 21, 2019
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Lovejoy High School Lecture Hall
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The
Lovejoy ISD Community News Page
includes news from our schools, programs, booster clubs, student organizations, Foundation for Lovejoy Schools, community, and more. Check back often for up-to-date news on events and activities.
This Week's News:
Apply Now for Leadership Lovejoy!
Senior Judges Needed!
Register Now! 10th Annual Turkey Chess Tournament
Varsity Football Tickets Available Through School Store
Parking Information for Home Football Games
2019-2020 PTA Reflections Contest – Look Within
Majestics Fundraiser
Homecoming Mums and Garters
On Sale at Lovejoy High School
Soccer Fundraiser
Orchestra Fundraiser
City of Lucas Farmers Market
Foundation for Lovejoy Schools Men’s Tailgate Party and Cornhole Tournament
Taste of Fairview Benefiting the Foundation for Lovejoy Schools
Lovejoy ISD Safety and Security Training
Lovejoy Professional Network Charity Benefit Golf Tournament
Boys Wrestling Camp
Girls Wrestling Camp
Running Over Depression
Leopard Baseball Buddy League
Mountain Bike Team
Lovejoy High School Cheer Fundraiser
Holiday Poinsettias for Sale
News from Collin College
For the latest Athletic News, download the "Lovejoy Leopards Athletics" app.
For the latest Fine Arts News, follow
@LovejoyArts on Twitter, or like them on Facebook at Lovejoy Arts.
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We hope you will join us tonight for Friday Night Lights as we cheer on our Leopard Football team as they compete against Frisco Lebanon at Leopard Stadium. You won’t want to miss our award-winning Lovejoy Band, Color Guard, Majestics and Cheerleaders. It’s fun for the whole family!
Tomorrow our marching band competes in the Wylie Marching Contest at Wylie High School at 2:30 PM.
Our Lucas Fire and Rescue teammates are hosting an open house on Sunday from 12:00 – 4:00 PM. I hope to see you there!
We wish you and your family the very best for a safe and happy weekend and can't wait to welcome our students and staff back to school on Monday!
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Michael Goddard, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
Lovejoy Independent School District
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