“I’m not going to school just for the academics. I want...to be around people who are passionate about learning.” ― Emma Watson
Vol. VI August 22, 2021
Sharing the good news about Longview Independent School District
SCHOOL’S IN
Students start their first week back on campus Find more first day photos inside
Due to the recent rise of COVID-19 cases in the area, Longview ISD is releasing updated protocols to address the health and safety of our students, employees, and community. Longview ISD will follow all state and federal requirements, rely on local health experts for guidance in decision-making, and adopt reason-
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RESPONSE TO COVID-19
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THE LONGVIEW VOICE — August 22, 2021
OPINION
Let young people lead the way By Dom Portis Milwaukee NNS There’s a lot to process from the COVID-19 pandemic. Even while people around the globe did their best to survive the unknown, unfriendly reminders of division, divisive tactics and clickbait headlines reminded us that we have work to do. Necessary work remains, specifically for Milwaukee County. This work requires self-reflection and soul searching. This is the kind of work that drains your energy and brings you to wits’ end. I’m talking about the systemic dismantling work that needs an all-hands-on-deck effort here in Milwaukee. I spend the majority of my functioning hours in the education space where I’ve witnessed, experienced and had the opportunity to advocate for students and families, as well as build capacities of youth workers. I’ve also unintentionally contributed to flaws and brokenness within the public education space.
The reality is, reimagboys are atrociously low. ining public education Our actions during this is done in the trenches time — or lack thereof from within a broken — demonstrated this and flawed system that’s reality. engulfed in whiteness. I followed closely And I can honestly say during MPS school that a great deal of the board hearings as the brokenness and ineqdistrict gathered comuities that took center munity input for a poPORTIS tential return to in-perstage were only magnified by the pandemic, son learning. There was not created as a result of the a public outcry over other school virus. districts continuing socially disBut what were we able to tanced sporting and club activlearn? ities while MPS sanctioned no I believe the biggest thing sporting activities at the time. revealed was the varying level Sports and extracurricular of education quality delivered activities offer a great deal of in different institutions across social and emotional well-beSoutheastern Wisconsin. Difing and support for youth in ferent schools have different a district that serves the largstandards, different ideas of est population of Black and success, different ideologies to brown families in the state get to said levels of success and of Wisconsin. We know that building cultures that contribute students within the aforemento learning outcomes. tioned demographic have a I think we found our baseline higher likelihood of enduring expectations locally are very traumatic situations while still low, and primarily, expectations needing to perform in the classaround Black and brown young room (yet we have the audacity
to talk about this concept of an achievement gap by racial makeup). While I was saddened that no action was taken around sports and extracurriculars, I wasn’t surprised. We need to explore how we can intentionally connect youth with mentors. Every child should be connected to at least three community mentors throughout their K-12 experience to help with a combination of life skills, academic progression, career exploration and development of social-emotional well-being. Each year, we graduate thousands of students who are capable, bright and willing to contribute in our schools. At the same time, our schools’ largest obstacles come from staff vacancies or a shortage of people power. The only real change comes from inside. It starts with a radical mindset. It starts with the audacity to hope for something greater. — Dom Portis is a lifelong Milwaukee native.
Parents can help with anxiety for children By Elizabeth Englander The Conversation During pre-pandemic times, researchers noted that as many as 7% of children had a diagnosable anxiety disorder that disrupted their everyday functioning. In addition, 20% had a tendency to feel anxious that didn’t rise to the level of a clinical disorder. And all children feel anxious at some time or another. As a researcher who’s studied children’s mental health for decades, I know that predictability helps prevent anxiety in children. Predictability means things going along as they’ve always gone: sleep at night, up in the morning, cornflakes for breakfast, off to school, activities in the afternoon, dinner with the family. Here are steps parents can take to help reduce their kids’ back-to-school anxiety and encourage a better start to the fall term.
SYMPTOMS
Ask your kids how they’re feeling about going back to school, and keep an eye out for headaches, stomachaches, sleep-
ing troubles, persistent life to help them feel like “what if” questions, they understand what is crankiness, excessive happening around them. concern about very Children may not underdistant events, problems stand what a vaccine is, focusing on schoolwork for example, and how it and persistent concerns can protect against disthat aren’t alleviated by ease. People who know logical explanations. An more about cataclysmic example of this might be events or relevant facts ENGLANDER worrying that there has typically feel less helpbeen no progress in fightless, and children are ing the pandemic, despite wideno exception. There are several spread information about the age-appropriate books that use development of effective vaccines pictures and humor to explain to and better treatments. kids what is happening.
ENCOURAGE
Playing outside, playing with friends or even just “hanging out” can be powerful ways to reduce negative feelings. Outdoors, people often feel more relaxed – the antithesis of anxiety. Playing in an unstructured way – that is, without someone else telling them what or how to play – allows kids to work through their feelings successfully and reduce anxiety.
UNDERSTAND
Look for books and activities that can educate kids about the pandemic and post-pandemic
FOCUS
The emotional connection that children have with their families is their psychological anchor during difficult times. At a time when so much of everyday life has changed, spending time with family can be an antidote for uncertainty. Take a walk or a hike together, eat dinner together, play board games.
EMBRACE
Distraction isn’t a cure for anxiety, but it can diminish its intensity and help sufferers think more clearly about the source of their worries. When
children are feeling very anxious, it’s fine to talk to them about how watching an engaging program, or reading a funny book, can help them feel calmer.
HELP
If your child’s anxiety is interfering with sleep, eating, socializing or school attendance, and it persists beyond a few days, it’s a good idea to call your pediatrician or family doctor and report what’s going on. Medical professionals who work with children are seeing anxiety skyrocket among kids, and they know how to get your child the necessary help. As with any back-to-school season, you may find yourself shopping for binders and backpacks. — Elizabeth Englander is a professor of psychology at Bridgewater . State University
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C I N ASEYOU MIS SED I T Vacinations
Longview ISD will continue to host COVID vaccination clinics. September 3 - 7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at the LHS Turf Room October 1 - 7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at the LHS Turf Room November 5 - 7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at the LHS Turf Room Please pre-register with this link: https://hipaa.jotform.com/auroraconcepts/ covid-consent 12 Years & Older: Pfizer COVID Vaccine All insurance policies will be verified, please sign up with the link if you plan to participate! If you plan to pay out of pocket, please submit your info! You will put “NA” in all insurance blanks. Please bring your insurance card.
Jerry Jones Classic Tickets
Lobo Football kicks off their 2021 season on August 28 at 2 p.m. in The Star (Frisco, TX) for the Jerry Jones Classic. Watch your Lobos take on Denton Ryan. Tickets are still available through this link: https://seatgeek.com/ jerry-jones-classic-presented-by-whataburgerlongview-v-denton-ryan-tickets/football/2021-0828-2-pm/5443837
Did we miss your district news?
Did we miss district campus or organization news? Send us the pertinent information to ask@LISD.org and we’ll include it in our next issue!
National Testing
Longview High School will offer a FREE ACT test administration during the school day on Tuesday, October 5 for seniors and juniors. Student registration forms will be available to students beginning Wednesday, August 18. Registration deadline is Wednesday, August 25. Students must meet the deadline so that the school knows how many tests to order. See Mrs. Beall if you have questions.
Viewette Fundraising Night
After your delicious meal at Bubba’s 33, drive over the Andy’s Frozen Custard (610 E Hawkins) on August 26 from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. to get a sweet treat and help our beloved Viewettes!
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THE LONGVIEW VOICE — August 22, 2021
District cuts taxes for third straight year For the third straight year, the Longview Independent School District will reduce property taxes for local stakeholders. During their regular meeting Aug. 9, the LISD Board of Trustees got their first look at a proposed district budget for the coming year, which calls for property tax cuts as well as significant state revenue from their public school charter partnerships, and federal grant funding. The proposed maintenance and operations tax rate is $.94170 and the interest and sinking tax rate is $.4730 cents for a total tax rate of $1.41470 per $100 valuation. The tax rate is a decrease from the current rate, which is $1.4394 per $100 valuation. Longview Independent School District is projecting a balanced General Operating budget of $87,756,621 for the 2021-22 fiscal year. Dr. Wayne Guidry, Assistant Superintendent of Finance, said if the proposal receives final approval next month, the total proGUIDRY posed budget revenue is $87,756,621, down from the 2020-21 budget total of $90,200,217. The total proposed expenses are $87,756,621. The revenues are a mix of local, state, and federal funds for operations during the 202122 fiscal year. LISD trustees will consider and possibly approve the 2021-22 Budget/Tax Rate during a special meeting 12 p.m. Aug. 25.
Dr. Guidry explained to board members that 67 percent of the proposed budget is for the district’s instructional programs. “This budget is as complete a picture of the coming school year as is possible,” he said, adding that, “potential disruptions related to COVID-19 “will be handled as they present themselves.” Superintendent Dr. James Wilcox praised Dr. Guidry and his team in the LISD Business Office for their excellent work in developing this proposed budget “especially in the WILCOX face of uncertain circumstances.”
“Of course, like with so many things at this point, we are working to make the best decisions possible with the information that is available,” he said. “Everything is subject to change in accordance with the direction of federal, state, and local authorities.”
DIGITAL SIGNS
The board also approved a bid of $461,065 from East Texas-based Leon’s Signs for branded digital signage at Longview High, Foster Middle, Bramlette, and Hudson PEP elementary schools. The six digital marquee signs will be paid for from charter grant Start-Up funds, Implementation Grant funds, and Magnet Schools Assistant (MSAP) grant funds that are allocated for helping area stu-
dents, families, and the greater Longview community stay well-informed about LISD programs, events, activities, or news. Mr. Matthew Prosser, LISD Communications Director, said the district solicited proposals for digital signage, posting a Request For Proposal online as well as through Region VII and local media as PROSSER required by LISD policy. While the district received multiple inquiries about the project, only one company submitted a formal bid by the Aug. 9 deadline. Tax|Continued to page 17
LISD Community Relations earns national honors
HOCKENBERRY
Longview ISD’s Community Relations department earned four National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) awards during the 2021 NSPRA conference this past week in New Orleans. The district received honors for the Lobo Live radio show, the COVID-19 feeding infographic, and the “I Have A Dream” video. In addition, The Longview Voice received a Merit
Award in the Print Newsletter category. An interesting twist to this honor is the fact that Longview ISD only submitted four entries, which means that everything the Community Relations department submitted for consideration received an award. LISD went four-forfour at the National level. Not a bad percentage! Honors|Continued to page 19
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Bodacious BAR-B-Q
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THE LONGVIEW VOICE — August 22, 2021
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THE LONGVIEW VOICE — August 22, 2021
Career Day is huge success at Everhart J. L. Everhart Elementary School students enjoyed a day of exploring career options on Tuesday, May 18. Community helpers visited the school and shared information about their careers and/or jobs. Career Day allows students to learn what they want to be one day. It allows them to begin thinking more in depth about what they want to do as adults. Students were able to connect their learning with future careers and/or jobs. Career Day shows the students the importance of learning early in their school education. Students dressed in their career attire that included doctors, veterinarians, firefighters, entrepreneurs, teachers, lawyers, professional football players, dancers, construction worker, etc. Community helpers included Judge William Stoudt, Texas Eastman Chemical Company –Marcus Hooper, Chemical
Engineer NWando Obigbo, Environmental Engineer Andrew Yacinthe, Civil Engineer Riley Williams, David Scott-UT Tyler Professor; Animal Control, City of Longview Transit System, LHS Coach John King, Dr. Sean Nelson- ER Hospitality, Longview Police Department, John Preston, Sr.-Peters Chevrolet, Mike
Wigington-Recycling, Officer Danny Craig-Constable, Judge Robby Cox-Precinct 4, Michelle Gilley-Gregg County Clerk, Texas Bank & Trust -Sherry Gibbon and Tammy Gage, Greg Jeffery-ETPCU, Life CoachJamye McAlister-Rodgers, Walter Stephens-Photographer, Tina Grider School of Dance, Northside United Postal Ser-
vice, Master Gardner-Martha Hood and Cory Alvarado, Darryl Young-Meter Reader, Gregg County Sheriff Department, and City of Longview Public Works Department. Counselor Susan Moon is the Career Day Coordinator. What a way to spend the day! It’s never too early for such a valuable experience!
THE LONGVIEW VOICE — August 22, 2021
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THE LONGVIEW VOICE — August 22, 2021
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SPORTS
LOBO ALUM A look back at Bobby Taylor of Longview
Tennis brings home the win against Tyler Lobo Tennis had a big week last week. They are currently 3-4 overall. Below are the match results against Tyler High from August 11. Lobo Tennis brought home a big win!
BOYS DOUBLES
By Tony Thomas Texas HS Football
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t 6-3, 216 pounds, he could cover receivers like a blanket. His athleticism was off the charts. Bobby Taylor was a member of the state champion 4X400 relay team and a three-year starter at cornerback for the Longview Lobos from 1989-1991.
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In 1990, his junior season, Taylor intercepted four passes and also returned three kick-offs for touchdowns, earning 5A All-State honors. As a senior in ’91, he helped lead the Lobos to a 9-3 record and a district championship. He was named 5A All-State as a senior and was also named to the USA Today All USA High School Taylor|Continued to page 16
1. Luke Archer/Jake Chamberlain vs Roberto Lara/Benito Moore: 6-0, 6-0 2. Erick Van Zyl/Daniel Pelaia vs Bryan Hernandez/Pedro Mena: 6-2, 6-3 3. Alec Germanwala/Nate Roberts vs Anthony Taylor/Angel Delgado: 6-3, 7-5
GIRLS DOUBLES
1. Dylan Gonzalez/Rachna Edalur vs Shaniyah Reese/Marquez: 6-3, 6-0 2. Namita Reddy/Phoebe Payne vs Anna Perdomo/Magali Estrada: 6-3, 6-3 3. Sami Jatavallabhula/Shreemayi Undavalli vs Tatyana Lewis/Jocelyn Cruz: 7-5, 7-5 Tennis|Continued to page 17
Lobo volleyball is serving The Lady Lobo volleyball team has been putting in some great work! Their season has just started, but we know they will go far! Go Lobos!
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THE LONGVIEW VOICE — August 22, 2021
Lobo cheerleaders bring home the awards The Lady Lobo cheerleaders worked hard at their cheer camp! They brought home numerous awards with them! Great job, ladies!
Freshman football team takes on Tyler Legacy The Lobo freshman football team scrimmaged against Tyler Legacy. Great job, guys!
MEDIA DAY THE LONGVIEW VOICE — August 22, 2021
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THE LONGVIEW VOICE — August 22, 2021
OBITUARIES Longview ISD offers our most sincere condolences to our extended Lobo family Stephen Robert Butter Stephen Robert Butter passed away July 23, 2021, at his home in Longview with his loving wife, Patricia by his side. He was preceded in death by his parents, Leo Edison Butter and Billie Potts Butter. Born April 15, 1937, in Fort BUTTER Worth, he grew up and attended school in Longview graduating from Longview High School in 1954 where he was elected King of the student body and started at center for two years for the Longview Lobo football team. He graduated with a BBA degree in banking and finance from the University of Texas at Austin where he was named a Goodfellow by the Cactus yearbook. He was a member and pasts president of the Silver Spurs honorary service organization and a member of Phi Delta Theta fraternity. Alumnae activities included President’s Association, Chancellor’s Council and establishing the Stephen R. Butter Endowed Scholarship. Summers were spent working on his father’s ranch in Hallsville raising Santa Gertrudis cattle. Following graduation from The University in 1958, he entered the family business started by his father in 1930. He became Chairman of the International Group of 22 supply houses across the state of Texas. In serving his industry, he was Chairman of the Wholesale Distributors Association of Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma,
New Mexico and Colorado, and director of the American Supply Association. In serving his community, he was a Director at First National Bank, Texas Commerce Bank, First Federal Savings and Loan Association, President of Good Shepherd Medical Center Board and of the Longview Chamber of Commerce. Stephen is survived by his loving wife of 14 years, Patricia Butter and her son, Tanner Singleton and his wife, Missy of Grand Prairie, Texas; He is also survived by his sisters, Bette Brinson of Houston and Susan Chambers of Austin; the mother of his children, Linda Ryan Thomas and husband, Charles of Longview; three sons, Leo Ryan Butter and wife, Paulette of Longview, Texas, Zane Ryan Butter and wife, Jane of Dallas, and Stephen Robert Butter, Jr. and wife, Lucy of Austin, and his daughter, Alexis Ryan Combest and husband, Scotty of Tyler; 12 Grandchildren, Ryan Butter, Alex Butter, Bella Butter, Z. B. Butter and wife, Sarah Frances, William Butter, Trey Butter, Tate Butter, Christian Combest, Lauren Combest, Victoria Combest, Finn Singleton and Opal Singleton. His sister-in-law, Karol Perrine and 2 nieces and a nephew. Patricia would like to thank HeartsWay Hospice of Northeast Texas, especially, Josh Oden, for their compassion and care. At his request there will be no service. Memorials may be given to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society 3 International Drive, Suite 200, Rye Brook, NY 10573, Heartsway Hospice 4351 McCann Rd., Longview, TX 75605 or to your favorite charity. Online Condolences may be left at www.raderfh.com.
TAYLOR |Continued from page 11 Football Team.
NOTRE DAME
He signed a letter of intent to play for Lou Holtz and the Notre Dame Fighting Irish. In 1993 for the Irish, Taylor recorded four INTs, returning one for a touchdown. The Irish as a team recorded 12 INTs that season. He also recorded 51 tackles, 1 sack, a fumble recovery, and three blocked kicks. He didn’t allow a touchdown pass against him in 1993 until the end of the
regular season. For his efforts, Taylor was named a Jim Thorpe Award finalist. In 1994, Taylor earned Consensus All-American honors. He was selected in the 2nd round of the 1995 NFL Draft by the Philadelphia Eagles.
PROS
Taylor played for the Eagles for nine years, earning a Pro Bowl selection in 2002 after recording five INTs that season. He also played one final season
with the Seattle Seahawks in 2004. For his NFL career, Taylor recorded 19 INTs, to go with 116 tackles and four sacks.
AWARDS
Taylor had his Longview jersey retired, the first in the school’s history. He was named to the UIL All-Century Team, as voted on by the fans, in 2009. And, Taylor was inducted into the Texas High School Football Hall of Fame in 2012.
Millie Raye Gregory Wolf
illie Raye Gregory Wolf Calvert - Millie (Granny) Raye Gregory Wolf, 92, a native of Calvert, TX and longtime resident of Houma and the Lafayette area passed away on June 20, 2021. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Houma in its infancy teaching Sunday School and Vacation Bible WOLF School. She helped with the move into the old church building on Main Street. She also was a member of the many Baptist missions in Terrebonne Parish. Granny is survived by daughters, Judy Wolf Groves, Pamelia Wolfe Keller (Bobby); son, Bruce Ray Wolf (Joyce); eight grandchildren, Gerald Groves, Jr., Wendy Groves Stoufflet, Robert Groves (Hollie), William Paul Wolf (Courtney), Gregory Wolf (Susie), Mathew Wolf, Ginny Lottinger (Trey), John Keller; eleven great grandchildren, Logan, Austin, Christopher, Landon, Jaxson, Faith, Memphis, Tanner, Trent, Charlotte and Mila; twin sister, Billie Mabery; and her kitty, Tab. Her first great, great grandchild is due in July. Granny is preceded in death by her husband of 34 years, William Austin Wolf, Sr; son, William Austin Wolf, Jr and wife Laurelle LeBoeuf Wolf; son-in-law, Gerald Eugene Groves; parents, Bige and Vesta Gregory; and seven siblings. Granny was a wife, mother, homemaker, school volunteer, and worked for LSU Cooperative Extension and as a lab technician. She was an active genealogist and researched and documented her ancestors back to Jamestown, VA with roots in Scotland. She had a brilliant mind and as she aged and could no longer see, she could still recite her research from memory. She was also a talented artist and sketched when she was younger. Granny will be buried in Mount Vernon Cemetery, Calvert, TX. She requested any memorial gifts be directed to Mount Vernon Cemetery Fund C/O Kyle Gregory, POB 803 Franklin, TX. 77856. Share your condolences and words of comfort with the family of Millie Raye Gregory Wolf by visiting www.lafuneralservi ces.com Ms. Millie Raye Gregory Wolf and her family were cared for and entrusted final arrangements to Louisiana Funeral Services & Crematory (337) 330-8006.
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TAX |Continued from page 4 “At the completion of this project, Longview ISD will have digital marquee signs with branded cabinets and electronic message centers at multiple Longview ISD campuses, at the appropriate dimensions as permitted by City of Longview ordinance,” he said. “Campus staff will have full access to maintaining and updating the content of the signs, with the general supervision and assistance of the LISD Technology and Community Relations departments.” Mr. Prosser said three signs will be located along Loop 281 and Hawkins Parkway near the high school, with three others located near the entrances of the Bramlette, Hudson PEP, and Foster campuses.
DONATIONS
Board members also approved multiple donations of $1,500 from the Center for Equity & Adequacy in School Public Finance, the Linebarger, Goggan, Blair, & Sampson Law Firm, Mr. Randall Bullock (from Hellas Construction), and Weld North Education/Edgenuity to sponsor the Post-87th Legislative Summit set for later this year. Organized by Longview ISD in partnership with local businesses and civic groups, the summit is part of an ongoing effort by the district to raise awareness for education issues that impact all Texans, and the entire nation. First started by state Reps. Jay Dean and Gary VanDeaver in 2016, the summit focuses on looking at how elected officials can support and represent schools. Dr. Wilcox said the details for this year’s summit are still in progress, but “every possible
preventative measure will be recommended to provide a safe and healthy dialogue for all who attend.”
HONORS
The board also received a plaque in recognition of being named Region VII School Board of the Year last month. The Region VII Education Service Center has selected the Longview ISD Board of Trustees as the 2021 Regional School Board of the Year in the large school category. Longview ISD’s board will serve as the regional representative in this year’s Texas Association of School Administrators (TASA) School Board Awards Program. The association’s School Board Awards Committee will meet in August to select up to five of the nominated boards to be recognized as Honor Boards, and the overall winner will be
announced Sept. 25.
OTHER BUSINESS
During the course of the meeting, the LISD Board of Trustees also: • APPROVED a resolution to engage Valley View Consulting of Dallas in a professional services agreement for investment advisory services; • APPROVED the district’s Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System (T-TESS) appraisers for the 2020-21 school year; • APPROVED a property tax refund of $5,453.35 to the Orms Family Ltd. Partnership; • APPROVED the Time Use Tracker and official Minutes for the July 19th Regular Meeting; • APPROVED a 2021-22 agreement with SeeSaw Children’s Place for af-
ter-school care; • RECEIVED the 202021 Exit Report from the LISD Human Resources department; • APPROVED the LISD Student Code of Conduct for the 2021-22 school year • RECEIVED a report on the district’s financial statement as of July 2021; • APPROVED the Board’s Quarterly Progress Tracker; and • APPROVED Budget Amendment No. 14.
FOR MORE INFO
Trustees usually meet in the boardroom of the LISD Education Support Center (1301 E. Young Street), but often set special-called meetings at various locations around the district. The next regular meeting is tentatively scheduled for 6 p.m. Sept. 13th.
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MIXED DOUBLES
1. Jagger Barton/Jasmine Perry vs Jose Ortega/Virginia Mendez: 3-6, 4-6
BOYS SINGLES
1. Jake Chamberlain vs Jose Ortega: 4-0, 4-0 2. Daniel Pelaia vs Pedro Mena: 4-2, 4-2 3. Erick Van Zyl vs Bryan Hernandez: 4-0, 4-0 4. Luke Archer vs Benito Moore: 4-3(7-2), 4-1 5. Alec Germanwala vs Roberto Lara: 2-4 ,4-1, 10-3 6. Jagger Barton vs Quynton Johnson: 2-4, 4-0, 4-10 7. Nate Roberts vs Anthony Taylor: 4-2, 4-1 8. Joseph Hough vs Jesus
Gonzalez: 8-2 9. Joseph Hough vs Christian Hernandez: 5-8 10. Joseph Hough vs Michael Horn: 5-8
GIRLS SINGLES
1. Rachna Edalur vs Magali Estrada: 4-2, 4-0 2. Dylan Gonzalez vs Shaniyah Reese: 2-4, 4-0, 10-3 3. Phoebe Payne vs Anna Perdomo: 4-1, 4-1 4. Namita Reddy vs Tatyana Lewis: 4-3(8-6), 4-0 5. Jasmine Perry vs Virginia Mendez: 4-0, 4-2 6. Shreemayi Unduvalli vs Jocelyn Cruz: 4-0, 4-1 7. Sami Jatavalabhulla vs Betsy Lopez: 6-0
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COVID |Continued from page 1 should stay home and seek medical guidance. • Students with symptoms will be sent to the campus nurse. The nurse will determine if the student should be sent home. Students will isolate until picked up by parent. Parents should pick up children ASAP. • Obtain a medical professional’s note clearing student to return. Individuals that are Positive • Quarantine & Isolation You should quarantine when you might have been exposed to the virus. You should isolate when you have been infected with the virus, even if you don’t have symptoms. • People who are fully vaccinated need to quarantine after contact with someone who has COVID-19. Fully vaccinated people should get tested 5 days after their exposure even if they don’t have symptoms. If they receive a negative test after 5 days then the person should monitor their health for the next 14 days. You may be able to shorten your quarantine if you receive a negative test 5 days after exposure. You must remain quarantine for 10 days without testing. • Isolation is used to separate people infected with COVID-19 from those who are not infected. People who are in isolation should stay home until it’s safe for them to be around others. At home, anyone sick or infected should separate from others, stay in a specific “sick room” or area, and use separate bathroom (if available). • Longview ISD will follow the Gregg County Health Department’s guidelines along with the CDC. • Virtual instruction may not be an option for this school year. Returning to Work/School Protocols • In the event that a Longview ISD teacher, staff, student or other campus visitor is lab-confirmed positive HONORS |Continued from page 4 Dr. James Hockenberry, Assistant Superintendent of District Services, said he is extremely proud of the communications team “and their commitment to quality and excellence in everything we do.” “These awards highlight the importance of telling the story of our district in ways that connect with our community,” he said. “As an added bonus, it is really encouraging to receive this kind of honor from one’s peers in public relations and mass communication.” The LISD Community Relations department is led by Communication Director Mr. Matthew Prosser, Multimedia Director Mrs. Elizabeth Ross, Outreach Coordinator Mrs. Kacy Swaim, District Spokesman Mr. Francisco Rojas, and Communication Specialists Mr. Dustin Taylor and Mr. Chris Frazier. Our mission is to serve with professionalism, positive attitudes, courtesy and responsiveness, in facilitating open lines of communication and greater partnerships throughout the greater Longview area for our students, staff, and entire Lobo community!
for COVID-19, they must stay home throughout the infection period. • Individuals who are confirmed to have COVID-19 will not be allowed to return to work/school as specified below: Confirmed or Unconfirmed COVID-19 with Symptoms: • At least 10 days have passed since their symptom onset and • 24 hours without fever without the use of fever-reducing medications and • Other symptoms have improved • Loss of taste and smell may persist for weeks or months after recovery and need not delay the end of isolation Confirmed COVID-19 without Symptoms: • 10 days have passed since positive test sample was taken • If any individual has tested positive for COVID-19 and believes the test was a false positive, and wants to return to school before completing the above stay at home period, the individual must either: • Obtain a medical professional’s note clearing the individual for return
based on an alternative diagnosis, though for health privacy reasons the note does not need to indicate what the alternative diagnosis is, or • Obtain two PCR acute infection tests (at a physician’s office or campus tests) at least 24 hours apart that come back negative for COVID-19. • Any individual whether vaccinated or not that come into contact with a lab-confirmed positive person should quarantine for 10 days. If an individual has been fully vaccinated they may test out and return to school or work after 5 days with a negative PCR test preferably, but Dr. Brown said that the BinaxNOW can suffice due to time for PCR results. • Any un-vaccinated individual may test out with a negative test after 7 days. Any employee who has questions concerning protocol, leave, benefits etc. should contact Kristie Womack at 903-381-2374. Any student who has questions concerning protocol, number of days to quarantine, testing etc. should contact your school nurse or Mrs. Kimberly Dans at 903-663-7191.
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