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We’re proud to recognize the Leverett’s Chapel Class of 2025.
This group has shown what it means to represent Leverett’s Chapel — and their families — with pride, heart, and passion. They’ve made a real difference here, and they’ve set an example for those who will follow.
We appreciate everything they’ve done for our school and our community.
Graduation
Friday, May 23, 7:00 PM
Leverett’s Chapel Auditorium
We can’t wait to celebrate all they’ve accomplished — and everything that’s still ahead.
Small School. Big Dreams. Bold Futures.
It’s not where you start—it’s where you’re going.
Go Lions!
P.S. Thank you, Ms. Carmen for the bulletin board!
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We are proud to share the outstanding results from the Regional UIL Academics Meet held in Plano on April 26, 2025.
Our Journalism team finished 6th overall, a major step forward from last year's 11th place finish. Representing our school with pride were De'Waylon Brown, Areli Castillo, Bella Hodges, Itzel Mata, and Kaiven Quinalty.
Special shoutout goes to De'Waylon Brown, who placed 5th in Headline Writing, and to Itzel Mata, who placed 5th in Editorial Writing and 3rd in Feature Writing. With her 3rd place finish, Itzel Mata has earned a spot at the State Meet in Austin this May. We are incredibly proud of her and excited to see her represent Leverett’s Chapel at the state level. Congratulations, Itzel!
We also applaud Layla Neumeister for representing our school in Social Studies.
Overall, LCHS finished 22nd out of 55 schools—an incredible improvement from last year's 32nd place. This reflects the hard work and dedication of our students.
We are deeply grateful to Ms. Tracey Amaya, our UIL Academic Coordinator and High School English Teacher, for her tireless commitment to the success of our students. Her leadership and encouragement have made a real difference.
Congratulations to all of our UIL Academic Team members. Your school community is proud of you.
Go Lions!
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Small school. Big dreams. Bold futures.
We are excited to recognize Ethan Kirk, the Salutatorian for the Class of 2025, with an impressive 92.8 GPA!
Ethan has been a standout student-athlete, dedicating four years to Football, AG, and Baseball, while also participating in Basketball and Track. Outside of school, he enjoys spending time at the gym, focusing on fitness and discipline.
Among his proudest achievements is his induction into the National Honor Society, reflecting his commitment to both academics and leadership. Ethan offers this advice to underclassmen:
"Do not rush growing up; enjoy school because it goes by fast."
Ethan’s journey is just beginning — he plans to attend Texas A&M University to study Accounting and continue building his bold future.
It’s not where you start — it’s where you’re going.
Congratulations, Ethan! We are so proud of your accomplishments!
Go Lions!
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Small school. Big dreams. Bold futures.
We are proud to announce that Carson Ford has been named the Valedictorian for the Class of 2025, earning an outstanding 93.6 GPA!
Carson has been a leader both in the classroom and beyond — dedicating four years to Football, Basketball, Track, Baseball, and Band, while also participating in Cross Country and AG. In his free time, he enjoys video games and staying active through sports.
One of his proudest achievements is receiving All-State Honorable Mention as a Spread Center in football, a testament to his talent and determination. He shares this advice with underclassmen:
"You never know when your life will end, so enjoy it while you can."
Carson’s next chapter is just beginning — he plans to pursue a degree in education to become a Math Teacher and inspire the next generation.
It’s not where you start — it’s where you’re going.
Congratulations, Carson! We are so proud of you!
Go Lions!
Date: May 6th, 2025
Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Place: Leverett's Chapel Library
Come join us on Tuesday, May 6th, for an hour of fun information. Mrs. Randie Loar from the Overton Library will be here to give you information on how to get your library card. She will also tell you about activities scheduled for the kids during the summer months. These activities will help keep your children's reading skills up during the summer and be ready to come back to school.
Fecha: 6 de mayo de 2025
Hora: 3:00-4:00 p.m.
Lugar: Leverett's Chapel Biblioteca
Acompáñennos el martes 6 de mayo, para disfrutar una hora de información divertida. La Sra. Randie Loar de la Biblioteca de Overton estará aquí para darle información sobre cómo obtener su tarjeta de la biblioteca. Ella también le contará sobre las actividades programadas para los niños durante los meses de verano. Estas actividades ayudarán a mantener las habilidades de lectura de sus hijos durante el verano y estar listos para volver a la escuela.
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LC Alumni Spotlight: Emory “Bubba” Deason – A Life of Service, Leadership, and Lifelong Loyalty to the Black and Gold
Class of 1964 | U.S. Army Veteran | LC Exes Association Pillar
There are some people who represent the very spirit of Leverett’s Chapel—not just for what they’ve accomplished, but for who they are. Emory “Bubba” Deason, Class of 1964, is one of those remarkable individuals.
Since my very first day as Superintendent, Mr. Deason has been a staunch supporter of both me and LCISD. He plays a vital role in the Leverett’s Chapel Exes Association, always working to preserve and strengthen the legacy of our school. While his list of accomplishments is long and deeply impressive, what stands out most is the kind of man he is—kind, steady, and committed to his roots. We are incredibly thankful to have him as part of the LC family.
Bubba’s journey began just like so many others—in Kindergarten at Leverett’s Chapel. He graduated in 1964 as the Boy’s State Representative and Student Body President, already displaying the leadership and integrity that would carry him far in life.
He attended Texas A&M for two years before enlisting in the U.S. Army, where he began an incredible 24-year military career that took him across the globe and through a series of elite, high-responsibility roles.
His service included:
Vietnam, where he served as an Aircraft Maintenance Officer and Platoon Commander responsible for six tactical airfields
Flight Instructor and Chief of Methods of Instruction, training other pilots and leading aircraft standardization
Aviation Logistics, Air Traffic Control, and Operations Officer roles across multiple divisions
A two-year degree completion program at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, earning his BS in Aviation Management
Deployment to Esfahan, Iran as part of an Army Aviation Training and Advisory Team
Leadership roles with the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), including Company Command and Battalion Executive Officer
Final assignments at 21st Support Command in Germany and Forces Command in the U.S., ending his career as Executive Officer to the J-4 (Logistics)
His military education is as expansive as his career, including elite programs such as:
Infantry Officer Candidate School
Fixed and Rotary Wing Flight School
Maintenance Test Pilot Course
Command and General Staff College
Armed Forces Staff College
Military honors and badges include:
Bronze Star Medal
Five Meritorious Service Medals
Air Medal
Joint Service Commendation Medal
Three Army Commendation Medals
Expert Infantry Badge, Air Assault Badge, and Master Army Aviation Badge
He logged over 3,350 flight hours, including 667 combat hours in Vietnam.
After retiring from the military, Bubba transitioned to the private sector, continuing his service-minded leadership. He spent 12 years as a Logistics Director for Computer Sciences Corporation, and another 12 years as a Certified Quality Manager and Auditor in the automotive industry.
Today, Bubba and his wife Sue are enjoying retirement in The Villages, Florida, but he’s never forgotten his roots. His heart remains in Leverett’s Chapel, and he continues to give back in meaningful ways. His work with the LC Exes Association has helped preserve the rich tradition of LC pride for past, current, and future Lions.
Mr. Deason is living proof that you don’t need to come from a big place to do big things. He took the values of a small-town school and built a life of global impact.
And yet, he remains humble. Grounded. Loyal.
Bubba, we are grateful for your service, your leadership, and most of all—your continued love for Leverett’s Chapel. You are a shining example of what we mean when we say:
Small school. Big dreams. Bold futures.
It’s not where you start—it’s where you’re going.
To the LC community—please share this spotlight and tag other LC alumni doing great things. Let’s honor those who make the Black and Gold proud.
Know someone who should be featured next?
Email: meverett@leverettschapelisd.net
Cell: 903-808-0182
Don't forget that Prom is this Saturday, May 3rd at the Overton Community Center from 7pm-11pm. Be sure to purchase your tickets in the secondary office before Wednesday, April 30th, and if you need a guest permission form, have that completed before Wednesday as well! We can't wait to see you all dressed up for a night on the red carpet!
8th Graders - Reminder that Freshmen Orientation is tomorrow night, Monday, April 28th, at 6 p.m. in the auditorium. All 8th graders entering high school next year (and your parents) are strongly encouraged to attend!
The LC Yearbook is coming along nicely. We are all working to bring you a great book full of memories of this past year. Take a moment and click the link to get your very own copy. There is also a section for you to add your own personal memories. The price of the book is $40 plus tax and it’s a hard back, full color yearbook.
Thank you for your support.
The LC Yearbook Staff
https://www.treering.com/purchase?PassCode=1015937316961492
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As Superintendent of Leverett's Chapel, I’m proud to share that our kindergarten students will be graduating on Friday, May 23rd at 8:30 AM.
These young learners—the Class of 2037—are taking their first steps on a journey we know well. It starts here, where the foundation of our school is built: in classrooms filled with curiosity, encouragement, and care.
As we continue to highlight former students through our Alumni Spotlight, we’re reminded that today’s kindergarteners are tomorrow’s alumni. Their path is just beginning.
Small school. Big dreams. Bold futures.
It’s not where you start—it’s where you’re going.
Go Lions!
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Good Luck to Our UIL Academic Team!
We’re proud to send off our High School UIL Academic Team as they head to the Regional Meet in Plano this weekend. These students have put in serious time and effort to prepare, and we’re excited to see them compete.
Shoutout to their coach, Ms. Tracey Amaya, for leading and supporting them every step of the way. As she shared:
“Many of these students have completed SO MUCH extra work to prepare for these upcoming contests and have really embraced the idea of having their work critiqued and criticized in the interest of improving. If you happen to get an opportunity to chat with any of them before they leave, I'm quite confident they'd appreciate an encouraging word or two from any of you.”
Representing us this weekend:
De'Waylon Brown (11)
Areli Castillo (11)
Bella Hodges (9)
Itzel Mata (11)
Layla Neumeister (11)
Kaiven Quinalty (9)
Samantha Santana (12)
Let’s all wish them the best!
Go Lions!
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We are so proud of Trent and his Coaches!
https://www.thehendersonnews.com/etvarsity/track-and-field-leveretts-chapels-wheat-qualifies-to-state-championships/article_14f8cdaf-f46e-476c-a2cf-3a324fcb9f89.html
Go Lions!
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Happy Administrative Assistants Day!
Today, I want to take a moment to publicly thank DeAnn Thrash, Kristie Howard, and Carmen Chavez for everything they do for Leverett’s Chapel ISD. On this Administrative Assistants Day, we recognize their hard work, dedication, and ability to juggle multiple roles each day. They go above and beyond to keep our district running smoothly and ensure that both the staff and students have what they need.
We are incredibly fortunate to have such a talented and hardworking team. Thank you for all you do!
Go Lions!
At this point, most of the students have received their packets for the UIL physicals that will take place on Friday the 25th. If they have not, then they will receive them tomorrow. The physicals are for all incoming Junior High and High School students for the 2025-2026 school year. This includes today's 5th grade through 11th grade. It is not mandatory for any student to go but it is a requirement for all students that wish to participate in certain UIL activities. This includes all sports, cheerleading, and marching band. We will leave the school at 8:00 a.m. and will return at approximately at 10:30 a.m. The return time is estimated only based on the information given to us by Christus Medical. If any student has any questions or concerns have them come see a coach about what they need to do with their packets.
If a student does not go for any reason, whether they are absent or just don't want to go, they would still need to make sure they have a physical on file if they wished to participate in any of the mentioned activities.
If a student feels that they already have a current physical on file, the paperwork must be updated every year. Therefore, a physical update is available to them.
Any student still needing a physical after the 25th, will be financially responsible for their own physical costs.
As painful as it is, I must let everyone know that Friday's home game vs Miller Grove, has been canceled. They will be missing several players due to UIL Academics Regional competition. With that being said, we would still like to recognize and honor our Seniors and give our community a chance to express their love for our kids. Therefore, we we hold a community pep rally in the high school gym at 5pm on Friday evening the 25th. Any and all are welcome.
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Trent Wheat Qualifies for State in Shot Put!
We’re proud to announce that Trent Wheat is headed to the UIL State Track & Field Meet after an outstanding 2nd-place finish in the Shot Put at Regionals. Trent threw 43 feet, 2¼ inches, securing his spot to compete among the best in the state.
He will represent Leverett's Chapel at the State Meet in Austin on Saturday, May 3rd at 2:00 p.m.
Great job, Trent. We’re proud of you and behind you all the way.
Also, congratulations to all our regional qualifiers who competed in Waco:
Lacie Hayes – 100m Hurdles, High Jump
Girls 4x400m Relay – Alyvia Page, Brynleigh Seymore, Layla Neumeister, Maria Contreras
Jaggar Ward – 100m Dash, 200m Dash, Long Jump
Trent Wheat – 100m Dash, Shot Put
DeWaylon Brown – Triple Jump
Boys 4x100m Relay – DeWaylon Brown, Evan Lucas, Jaggar Ward, Trent Wheat
Thank you all for your hard work and dedication and for representing Leverett's Chapel with pride.
Go Lions!
LC Alumni Spotlight: Matthew Harris – From Black & Gold to Red, White, and Blue
U.S. Army Veteran, Community Servant, Business Owner, and Proud LC Lion
Some alumni leave a legacy that continues to grow long after they’ve walked the halls of Leverett’s Chapel—and Matthew Harris, Class of 2008, is one of those Lions.
A proud product of the Black and Gold, Matthew stood out during his days at LC as a multi-sport athlete with unmatched drive. He was a member of multiple state-qualifying cross country teams, a state qualifier in track, and someone who led by example in both his athletic and academic efforts. That same discipline continues today—Matthew is still an elite endurance athlete, having completed both the Boston and Chicago Marathons in under 2 hours and 55 minutes, with a personal best of 2:52.
After graduation, Matthew enlisted in the U.S. Army and deployed to Afghanistan in 2009, serving his country with courage and honor. When he returned home, he and his wife Lucero came back to East Texas to raise their family and continue investing in the community that raised them.
Matthew spent several years in the oil and gas industry, but he never stopped pushing forward. He attended Kilgore College, completing his training in the firefighter, EMT, and police academies, while also earning an Associate’s Degree in Process Technology. He’s currently pursuing a second associate degree in Fire Protection, all while serving as a Gregg County Sheriff’s Deputy in the airport division.
In 2020, Matthew and Lucero launched a new venture, Operation Unbroken. The mission of their store is powerful and close to their hearts: to promote brands and products created by veterans. It’s a space that represents resilience, service, and second chances—a fitting reflection of Matthew’s journey.
While service and hard work are at the core of his story, family is what drives Matthew most. He and Lucero are raising talented young athletes of their own, and Matthew now coaches his children in golf, track, and cross country—instilling the same values that made him a leader in his LC days.
We’re always thrilled to see the Harris family at the annual Wes McWhorter Golf Tournament, where Matthew and his team have become a force—defending back-to-back championships. We look forward to cheering them on again this year on April 26th as they go for a three-peat!
Up next for Matthew? He’s currently preparing to become a licensed insurance agent, helping support the family’s newest business venture. It’s another step forward in a journey fueled by service, hard work, and unwavering pride in where he comes from.
Matthew, you embody the spirit of the Black and Gold—tough, loyal, and built for more. Your path reminds us all that it’s not where you start—it’s where you’re going, and we are proud to celebrate every mile of your journey.
To our LC community—please share this and tag other LC alumni who are doing great things. Let’s continue shining a light on the amazing lives our graduates are building.
Know someone who should be featured next?
Email: meverett@leverettschapelisd.net
Cell: 903-808-0182
Small school. Black and Gold. Big futures.
ATTENTION 8TH GRADERS - We will have a Freshman Orientation on Monday, April 28th at 6pm. please make arrangements to attend!
