When appropriate, the Communications Department will issue media advisories and press releases regarding district events, press conferences, or announcements. To be added to our media distribution list, please email Communications@LCISD.org with your contact details and areas of interest.

All media requests must be routed through the Communications Department.

Please email Communications@LCISD.org with your inquiry, and include:

• Your name and media outlet

• Nature of your request (e.g., interview, statement, story coverage)

• Deadline or desired timeline

• Any specific campuses, individuals, or topics involved

We aim to respond to all requests promptly. For time-sensitive inquiries, please indicate that clearly in your subject line.

For the safety and security of our students and staff:

• Media are not permitted to visit any Lamar CISD campus or facility without prior approval.

• All campus visits must be coordinated and accompanied by a member of the Communications Department or designee.

• Media must remain in designated areas and follow all district protocols while on campus.

Requests for filming, photography, or live shots on district property must be submitted in advance and approved by the Communications Department. Please provide the intended purpose, type of equipment, and timeline for the request.

Lamar CISD adheres to all federal and state laws concerning student privacy, including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Media representatives may not interview, photograph, or film students without prior approval and appropriate consent.

Only authorized members of the Lamar CISD Communications team or district leadership may serve as official spokespersons. Principals and campus staff will referall media inquiries to the Chief Communications Officer.