Learning in Action: Plain Elementary
Follow along as #1LISD Board member Paul Gauthier takes a closer look at the empowered staff at Jim Plain Elementary with Principal Erika Cruz.
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Board Briefs: Feb. 9, 2023
During its Feb. 9 meeting, the Leander ISD Board of Trustees agenda included:
* Spotlight on Learning: Plain ES
* Board Recognition: TMEA All-State Musicians
* Discussion of the Texas Academic Progress Report (TAPR)
* Superintendent Report: Winter Storm Update
* Approving continuation of employee pay for days closed during winter storm
* Listening to a presentation on Early Childhood Program
* Deliberation of items to consider for a possible May 2023 bond proposal
The Compass: Feb. 7, 2023
Although things in #1LISD slowed down for a couple of cold, icy days, the district is back in action. Catch up on the latest, including
* an update on the recent weather’s impact to the academic calendar;
* upcoming community forums on middle and high school attendance zones;
* a new Feedback & Applications resource page;
* and much, much more.
Human Sexuality Curriculum for 2022–23 Offered with Opt-In
In Leander ISD, students in Grades 7–9 are taught Human Sexuality Curriculum through presentations by LifeGuard, an independent organization. Parents or legal guardians are required to opt-in their student to participate.
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2023–24 Academic Calendar Approved; 2024–25 Drafted
At the Jan. 26 Board meeting, Trustees approved the 2023–24 academic calendar, closing out a monthslong process of community feedback and consideration of multiple options.
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Annual Employee Engagement Survey to Launch Feb. 13
Let your voice be heard in the annual employee engagement survey set to open Monday, Feb. 13. Done in partnership with the UT Institute of Organizational Excellence, this survey helps us grow and informs meaningful decisions related to employee satisfaction, retention and productivity, all while remaining committed to the Leander ISD’s goals and mission.
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District High Schools to Share ‘Substance Abuse & Dangers of Fentanyl’ Presentation; Opt-Out Form Available
As part of ongoing efforts to partner with the #1LISD community, district high schools will share a “Substance Abuse and Dangers of Fentanyl” presentation with students the week of Feb. 13.
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On Track to Become a Teacher
Interested in learning how you can earn a teaching certification? Members of the Leander ISD community are invited to take part in informational sessions.
*5:30–6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 8, at Stiles MS
*5:30–6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9, at Grandview Hills ES
Learning in Action: Deer Creek Elementary
Follow along as LISD Board member Christine Mauer takes a closer look at Universal Design Learning with Principal Matthew Calkins.
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Inclement Weather Update: School to Resume Monday, Feb. 6
As inclement weather rolls into the area, this page will contain the latest information regarding impacts to Leander ISD.
* School to Resume Monday, Feb. 6
* No school Friday, Feb. 3
* No school Thursday, Feb. 2
* No school Wednesday, Feb. 1
* No school Tuesday, Jan. 31
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