Chess tournament winners announced January is School Board Recognition Month Community Education debuts spring schedule CISNT in need of mentors LISD Calendar of Events

January is School Board Recognition Month

Governor Rick Perry has proclaimed January 2007 as School Board Recognition Month to help build awareness of the crucial role an elected board of trustees plays in our communities and schools. To get better acquainted with LISD's Board of Trustees, click here.

Community Education debuts spring schedule

LISD's Adult and Community Education Department has released its spring schedule. Don't miss out on the online course offerings through Education to Go. To view the course catalog, click here.

CISNT in need of mentors

Communities In Schools of North Texas has identified numerous students in LISD who are in immediate need of a school-based mentor. CISNT mentors spend 30-60 minutes a week with their student in face-to-face visits at the student's school. These mentors assist their students with academic help; and they spend time getting to know students to provide a safe and healthy supportive relationship. CISNT mentors are crucial to their students' success. In addition to mentoring a student at school during the school day or in after-school programs, CISNT Mentors can meet with their student during the CISNT Saturday Connections program. Individuals who are interested in volunteering to serve as a CISNT Mentor should contact CISNT at 972-436-6377 or visit the CISNT website, www.cisnt.org, to complete a volunteer application online.

LISD Calendar of Events

HHS musical postponed Hebron High School's performance of A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum has been postponed by a week due to inclement weather. The new performance dates are Jan. 25 - 26 at 7 p.m. and on Jan. 27 at 5 p.m. Ticket prices will remain the same - $10 for adults and $8 for students. Tickets may be purchased in advance or at the door. If one has already purchased a ticket for a previously announced date, please attend the performance on the same day (Thursday, Friday or Saturday) of the new performance week. Hedrick Elementary's shrimp night postponed Hedrick Elementary has rescheduled its shrimp night from Jan. 25 to March 15. Contact Frances De La Rosa for more information at delarosaf@lisd.net or at 469-713-5189, ext. 7408. LISD to use inclement weather day Due to LISD's decision to close schools on Jan. 17 because of inclement weather, it will be necessary for students to make up the day on Thursday, May 24. This day was previously set aside on the 2006-07 LISD Calendar for such an occasion. LISD Education Foundation scholarship deadline soon Just a reminder that all 2007 Lewisville ISD Education Foundation scholarship applications must be submitted by Jan. 29. Applications are available at www.lisdef.com in the scholarship section. Last year, more than $80,000 was awarded to 2006 graduates. For more information, contact Connie Pelphrey at pelphreyc@lisd.net. Early Education screenings scheduled LISD Special Education Department will conduct Early Education screenings on Jan. 25-26 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. to identify children residing in the district who may have a disability. Screening times will be assigned by appointment. A child who needs to be screened is one who does not appear to act, see, hear, speak, understand or learn as others of his/her age. The tests include vision and hearing screening, as well as motor, language and learning tests. Children who have a disability are eligible to receive instructional and related services from age three or from birth if visually or hearing impaired. If you have a child who is suspected of having a disability, and is at least 2 years, 9 months old, call the Special Education office at 469-713-5203 for an appointment. If the child is younger than the required age, but you are concerned, one may call the Special Education office or one of the following Early Childhood Intervention programs: Special Care and Career Services - serving the LISD north Carrollton area, 972-991-6777. ECI of Dallas Metrocare Services - serving LISD students in far west Bluebonnet Elementary area, 214-331-0109. Infant and Toddler Intervention Program of North Texas - serving the remainder of LISD, 940-536-1192. It is acceptable to have a babysitter or other family member bring your child to the screening; however, a signed consent form must be received prior to the screening time. Forms are available at the Special Education office located at 400 W. Main St. in Lewisville, in the event you cannot accompany your child to the screening. Marcus to perform The Pajama Game Marcus High School's Theatre Arts department will perform The Pajama Game Jan. 25-28 and Feb. 1-4. The curtain will rise at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday night performances. There will also be shows at 2:30 p.m. for Saturday and Sunday dates. Tickets are $5 in advance and $8 at the door for students and seniors. Adult tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door. Advance tickets can be purchased from any drama student and will also be sold at Marcus during all lunch periods this week, Jan. 22 - 26. Castle Hills Elementary to host multi-cultural celebration Castle Hills Elementary will host A Passport to the World, a multi-cultural celebration, for the community on Feb. 1 at 6 p.m. The event will start with African coffee and international desserts. At 6:30 p.m., students will display their heritage through native dress. A musical and dance production will follow. For more information, contact Kristina Milligan at KAMilligan@aol.com. Forestwood accepting scholarship applications Forestwood Middle School is now accepting scholarship applications for its annual PTA Scholarship. Applicants must have attended Forestwood Middle School, have a current family or student membership in PTA or PTSA and must enroll in a two or four-year college or university for the fall of 2007. All applications will be number-coded for blind review. Click here for an application. FMHS Choir to perform The Flower Mound High School Choir will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 5 at the First United Methodist Church in Hurst. The choir was chosen as a Texas 5A Honor Choir by the Texas Music Educator's Association and will perform at the group's annual conference on Feb. 16. CECPTA schedules February meeting All parents of young children are invited to attend the Carrollton Early Childhood PTA meeting on Feb. 9 from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Holy Covenant Church in Carrollton. February's meeting will feature Paula Tarver of Early Childhood Intervention who will discuss child development and the identification of possible delays in small children. Children in the nursery during the meeting will be treated to a dental health presentation from a dental hygienist. New members are always welcome. For more information, go to www.cecpta.org.