The Communications Department publishes the following newsletters for the Lamar CISD Community to stay informed throughout the school year. Both the staff and community newsletters are published the first of each month. The team also publishes website stories and press releases that showcase student and staff excellence and district initiatives.
The LINK – Community Newsletter
The ONE – Staff Newsletter
This spring, we are proud to share updates that highlight our ongoing commitment to student success, strong community partnerships, and a growing district, as we continue investing in high-quality learning environments and opportunities. Our spring newsletter explores progress on our bond projects, innovative programs, Bright Futures Academy, and the new CTE Center.
Lamar CISD Dedicates Becerra Elementary, Honoring a Legacy of Service A legacy of courage, service and perseverance took center stage Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, as Lamar CISD officially dedicated An...
October 23, 2026
Four Lamar CISD Schools Named National ‘Bright Spots’ in Third-Grade Reading Four Lamar CISD elementary schools have earned national recognition for student success in early literacy, being named a...
October 20, 2026
Lamar CISD Dedicates Slawinski Elementary, Honoring Longtime Educator For 35 years, Alma Lemon Slawinski inspired generations of Lamar CISD students through her passion for theatre, storytelling, a...
October 14, 2026
A Promise to Parents: Lamar CISD Celebrates Partnership, Trust and Opportunity Every school day, thousands of Lamar CISD families entrust the district with what matters most: their children. They e...
September 30, 2026
More Than 60 Years of Service: The Fyke Family's Lamar CISD Legacy For the Fyke family, serving Lamar CISD isn’t simply a career—it’s a family tradition. Across two generations, Dennis “Doc” Fyke, ...
September 30, 2026
Built by Faith: Brandon James’ Legacy Lives On Through Memorial Scholarship For Brandon James, wrestling was never just about the moments he spent alone on the mat. It was about the teammates stand...
September 28, 2026
The Official Monthly Board Newsletter for the Lamar CISD Community The Lamar CISD Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, September 15. To watch the full video of the board meeting, click the link below....
September 16, 2026
Lamar CISD Dedicates Paul Scherer Memorial Stadium, Celebrating Growth and Legacy The lights were on, the stands were ready, and a new chapter of Lamar CISD athletics officially began. On August 27...
September 1, 2026
The Official Monthly Board Newsletter for the Lamar CISD Community The Lamar CISD Board of Trustees met on Tuesday, August 18. To watch the full video of the board meeting, click the link below. Th...
September 1, 2026
Lamar CISD Celebrates Terry High School’s A Rating, Campus Achievements in 2026 TEA Accountability Results Lamar CISD is celebrating significant campus achievements following the release of the 202...
August 14, 2026
Lamar CISD Opens New and Innovative Facilities, Expanding Opportunities for Students Lamar CISD welcomed community members and partners to celebrate the opening of two highly specialized campuses i...
August 10, 2026
Student Services Handbook Update on Safe Transportation and Motorized Vehicles As the popularity of e-bikes and other motorized vehicles continues to grow, Lamar CISD is reminding families of the t...
August 7, 2026
LEAF's New Staff Stampede Welcomes New Employees with Texas-Size Celebration The Lamar Educational Awards Foundation (LEAF), in partnership with Lamar CISD, welcomed the new employees during the an...
August 6, 2026
2026-2027 Leadership Transitions Across Lamar CISD As the 2026-2027 school year approaches, several accomplished leaders will begin new roles across Lamar CISD. Their experience, dedication to educ...
July 21, 2026
Lamar CISD Board Approves Increased Teacher Compensation and Pay Raises During the Lamar CISD June Board Meeting, the Board of Trustees passed a balanced district budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal ye...
June 10, 2026
Lamar CISD Announces 2026-2027 School Board OfficersDuring the Regular Board Meeting on May 19, the Lamar CISD Board of Trustees announced its leadership officers for the 2026–2027 school year, sel...
May 20, 2026
Lamar CISD Board of Trustees Approves Attendance Boundaries for Secondary Complex #8During the May Board Meeting, the Lamar CISD Board of Trustees officially approved attendance boundaries for Seco...
May 20, 2026
Lamar Educational Awards Foundation Raises More Than $273,000 at 2026 “Surfs Up” Despite rainy weather, the Lamar Educational Awards Foundation (LEAF) raised more than $273,000 during its annual “S...
May 8, 2026
Lamar CISD Celebrates Class of 2026 Valedictorians and Salutatorians The Lamar CISD Class of 2026 represents more than academic achievement—it reflects a generation of students preparing to lead, s...
May 1, 2026
Lamar CISD Announces 2025-2026 District Teachers and Support Staff Members of the Year More than 700 educators, staff, and community members gathered at the Houston Marriott Sugar Land with one sha...
May 1, 2026
2026-2027 Leadership Transitions Across Lamar CISD Across Lamar CISD, educators will step into new leadership roles for the 2026–2027 school year. Each of these leaders carries a unique story, shap...
May 1, 2026
Terry High School Students Win CTE Awards Construction Contest On a stage filled with educators, industry partners, and student leaders from across the Houston region, Lamar CISD students stepped f...
April 17, 2026
LEAF's Clays for Classrooms Event Turns Community Support into Classroom Impact The Lamar Educational Awards Foundation (LEAF) brought together community members, business partners, and supporters ...
April 7, 2026
Help Shape the Spirit of Secondary Complex #8Lamar CISD is growing, and with that growth comes an exciting opportunity to build something new together. As we prepare to open the following camp...
March 27, 2026
The Educational Results Partnership (ERP) Honor Roll, part of the national Campaign for Business and Education Excellence (CBEE), brings business leaders together to recognize schools and education...
March 6, 2026
Seven Lamar CISD Campuses Recognized by Solution Tree for Excellence in the PLC at Work Process Seven Lamar CISD campuses have been recognized for their accountability and commitment to student suc...
February 27, 2026
Lamar CISD Announces Additional Leadership Transitions February 27, 2026 Marjorie Garcia Principal Bowie Elementary School Marjorie Garcia has been named the principal of Bowie Elementary School. M...
February 27, 2026
The Lamar Educational Awards Foundation (LEAF) brought the Lamar CISD community together for its annual Men Who Cook fundraiser. This time, with a groovy Disco-themed celebration that had guests da...
February 26, 2026
Lamar CISD Welcomes New Campus Principals February 20, 2026 Aerika Dial Principal Carter Elementary School Aerika Dial has been named the principal of Carter Elementary School, following her servic...
February 20, 2026
Lamar CISD Announces New Founding Principals February 20, 2026 Juan Nava Principal Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center Lamar CISD is proud to announce that Juan Nava has been named principa...
February 20, 2026
Superintendent Dr. Roosevelt Nivens named 2026 AASA National Superintendent of the Year February 12, 2026 - Rosenberg, Texas – Lamar Consolidated Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Roos...
February 13, 2026
Three Lamar CISD Campuses Named to the College Board's 2025 AP School Honor Roll Three Lamar CISD high schools have earned national recognition from the College Board for their commitment to expand...
February 10, 2026
Enrollment Application Now Available for Bright Futures Academy at Beasley Elementary The enrollment application process is now open for Lamar CISD’s newest offering, the recently announced Bright ...
February 2, 2026
During the month of January, two Houston professional sports organizations recognized outstanding educators from the Lamar CISD Silver Track at Randle High School, highlighting the powerful connect...
January 23, 2026
Upcoming Informational Meetings: Bright Futures Academy at Beasley Elementary January 22, 2026As part of a district-wide initiative to provide a safe space for each student, we’re introducing a new...
January 22, 2026
Recognizing Community Legacy Through School NamingDuring the January 20, Board Meeting, the Lamar CISD Board of Trustees approved the roster of names for Elementary Schools #39, #40 and #41, Middle...
January 21, 2026
Lamar CISD is proud to join communities across Texas in celebrating January 2026 as School Board Recognition Month. This annual observance honors the dedicated service of school board members who p...
January 21, 2026
LEAF Men Who Cook Gala 2026 The Lamar Educational Awards Foundation (LEAF) is preparing to host the 2026 Men Who Cook Gala, an evening full of great food, fun, and community spirit. Local men will ...
January 21, 2026
Lamar CISD Welcomes New Principals for the 2025-2026 School Year January 14, 2026 Sherryl Anthony Principal Randle High School Sherryl Anthony has been named principal at Randle High School. She br...
January 14, 2026
Lamar CISD Superintendent Named AASA National Superintendent of the Year Finalist December 15, 2025 Lamar CISD Superintendent Named AASA National Superintendent of the Year Finalist Lamar CISD Supe...
December 16, 2025
The Lamar Educational Awards Foundation (LEAF) Grant Express is one of the most joyful traditions at Lamar CISD. This year’s Grant Express brought smiles, cheers, and a few happy tears as LEAF awar...
December 4, 2025
Lamar CISD Names New Lamar Junior High School Acting Principal for 2025-2026 November 19, 2025 Dr. Brent D. Watson Acting Principal Lamar Junior High School Dr. Brent D. Watson has been named the n...
November 19, 2025
The Lamar Educational Awards Foundation (LEAF) once again this year enjoyed blue skies and good weather on Thursday, Nov. 13, when the organization hosted its ninth annual “Golf Fore Greatness” tou...
November 17, 2025
Lamar CISD Voters Approve 2025 Bond Propositions November 5, 2025 Lamar Consolidated ISD is pleased to announce that area voters approved three of the four bond propositions on the district’s 2025 ...
November 5, 2025
During the October 21 Board Meeting, the Lamar CISD trustees received an update on the demographic report from Zonda Demographics for the second quarter of 2025. The presentation included current d...
October 27, 2025
Texas Governor Greg Abbott this week named Lamar CISD’s Meyer Elementary School among just 28 Texas schools named as the inaugural class of Lone Star Ribbon Schools. The designation comes in recogn...
October 9, 2025
Lamar Junior High Student Recognized for Courageous Actions October 1, 2025 The Lamar CISD Transportation Department proudly recognized Axel Hernandez, an eighth grader at Lamar Junior High. Axel's...
October 2, 2025
Lamar CISD Celebrates 3rd Annual Promise to Parents Brunch September 25, 2025 Hundreds of Lamar CISD parents gathered Wednesday, Sept. 24, at the Safari Texas Ranch Infinity Ballroom in Richmond, T...
September 25, 2025
Lamar Educational Awards Foundation Celebrates 25 Years of Service September 22, 2025 – Rosenberg, Texas – The Lamar Educational Awards Foundation (LEAF) is well-versed at hosting events that celeb...
September 22, 2025
Dr. Nivens Named TASB 2025 Superintendent of the Year September 12, 2025Lamar CISD Superintendent Dr. Roosevelt Nivens has earned the prestigious honor of being named 2025 Superintendent of the Yea...
September 12, 2025
Lamar CISD Names New Frost Elementary Interim Principal for 2025-2026 August 28, 2025 Lisa Contreras Interim Principal Frost Elementary School Lisa Contreras has been named Interim Principal of Fro...
August 28, 2025
Dr. Nivens Named TASB Texas Superintendent of the Year Finalist August 25, 2025 Lamar CISD Superintendent Dr. Roosevelt Nivens has been selected by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) as ...
August 25, 2025
Lamar CISD Shines in 2024-2025 TEA Ratings Lamar CISD is proud to announce significant gains in the 2024-2025 Texas Education Agency (TEA) accountability ratings. The district’s overall score incre...
August 22, 2025
Lamar CISD Recognized for Exceptional Financial Reporting Lamar CISD has proudly received two outstanding financial recognitions for the 2024 fiscal year. Both achievements highlight Lamar CISD’s c...
August 19, 2025
During the August 12, 2025 Special Called Board meeting, the Inappropriate use of Personal Communication Device Policy was approved following the implementation of House Bill 1481 at all schools in...
August 13, 2025
During the August 12, 2025 Special Called Board Meeting, the Lamar CISD Board of Trustees called for a bond election to be held on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. The bond package, totaling $1.99 billio...
August 13, 2025
Lamar CISD Names New Huggins Elementary Principal for 2025-2026 July 14, 2025 Jennifer Brewer Principal Huggins Elementary School Jennifer Brewer has been named the new principal of Huggins Element...
July 14, 2025
Update on Personal Communication Devices at Lamar CISD New Texas law will take effect at the start of the 2025–2026 school year During the 89th Texas Legislative Session, House Bill 1481 was passed...
July 10, 2025
The LINK Community e-newsletter | July 2025 Nivens' News July is here and you know what that means...school is just around the corner. In this month's update, Lamar CISD Superintendent Dr. Roosevel...
July 1, 2025
2025 Bond Community Survey We Want to Hear from You – Share Your Feedback As we continue planning for the future of Lamar CISD, the Board of Trustees is considering a bond election for November 202...
July 1, 2025
After the Texas Legislature’s 2025 session approved the state’s first major boost in public school funding since before the COVID-19 pandemic, Lamar CISD will combine local funds with the new state...
June 26, 2025
The Region 4 Education Service Center announced Lamar CISD Superintendent Dr. Roosevelt Nivens as the 2025 Region 4 Superintendent of the Year. Following a surprise announcement during the Lamar CI...
June 18, 2025
The LINK Community e-newsletter | June 2025 Nivens' News June has arrived to officially kick off summer as we celebrated the end of the 2024-2025 school year. In this month's update, Lamar CISD Sup...
June 1, 2025
Lamar CISD Welcomes New Principal for the 2025-2026 School Year May 28, 2025 Chad Davis Principal Adolphus Elementary School Chad Davis has been named the new principal of Adolphus Elementary Schoo...
May 28, 2025
New Elementary Principal Joins Lamar CISD for the 2025-2026 School Year May 21, 2025 She’Nee Young-Baker Principal Travis Elementary School She’Nee Young-Baker has been named the new principal of T...
May 21, 2025
As the 2024-2025 school year wound toward its close, Lamar CISD employees, district partners, and their guests put on their finest Hawaiian shirts, leis, and aloha spirit in anticipation as the Lam...
May 9, 2025
Lamar CISD Celebrates Class of 2025 Valedictorians and Salutatorians May 8, 2025 Congratulations to the Class of 2025 Valedictorians and Salutatorians across Lamar CISD. The graduating class has co...
May 8, 2025
On Sunday, May 4, H-E-B announced statewide winners for the 23rd annual H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards during an awards ceremony in Austin, Texas. The awards ceremony brought together hundred...
May 5, 2025
Lamar CISD Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Trustees May 5, 2025Lamar CISD will have three new members join its Board of Trustees after the conclusion of the May elections. Joining...
May 5, 2025
Lamar CISD Welcomes New Campus Leader for the 2025-2026 School Year May 2, 2025 Ashley Thompson Principal Jane Long Elementary School Ashley Thompson has been named the new principal of Jane Long E...
May 2, 2025
Lamar CISD Announces the 2024-2025 District Teachers and Support Staff Members of the Year April 18, 2025 Lamar CISD announced the 2024-2025 Teachers and Support Staff Members of the Year at the an...
April 18, 2025
Additional Campus Leadership Announced for the 2025-2026 School Year March 28, 2025 Courtney Barrera Principal Roberts Middle School Mandy Casey Principal Campbell Elementary School Courtney Barrer...
March 28, 2025
Campus Leaders Announced as Principals for the 2025-2026 School Year March 21, 2025 Bertha Alvarez Smith Elementary Principal Monica Auffant Lamar Junior High Principal Bertha Alvarez is moving up ...
March 24, 2025
H-E-B recently announced the five early childhood facilities, five public school boards and eight school districts across Texas that have been named as finalists in the 2025 H-E-B Excellence in Edu...
February 27, 2025
The Lamar Educational Awards Foundation (LEAF) annual Men Who Cook fundraiser returned this past weekend – complete with a touch of Roaring 20s style – to raise funds that will support ...
February 27, 2025
Dear Lamar CISD Parents/Guardians, We are committed to maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment for all our students. To support this commitment, we have made several important up...
December 20, 2024
