Leverett’s Chapel Independent School District

Senior Parents - There will be a parent meeting on Wednesday, February 12th at 6P.M. in the auditorium. Please make plans to attend.

LC Community, Congratulations to our Junior High and High School AG ID Contest Teams, who recently represented Leverett's Chapel at the East Texas State Fair Academic Rodeo! Both teams did an outstanding job, and I am so proud of their hard work and dedication: Junior High Team Our Junior High team secured an impressive 2nd Place overall! Congratulations to these incredible team members: Koda Hudman Aden Williford Maria Morales Grayson Crewds Gio Galavniz Bell Laguna Cristal Chavez Jose Contreras High School Team Our High School team earned a solid 6th Place overall, showing great effort and teamwork. Congratulations to these talented students: Juan Contreras Connor Jimerson Bentley Quinalty Lacie Hayes Magaly Chavez Bryn Seymour We also want to recognize and thank Mr. Tidwell, who coached these teams to success. Great Job! Please join me in congratulating our students and Mr. Tidwell for representing Leverett's Chapel with such pride! Go Lions!

We are thrilled to share the amazing achievements of our talented students who competed in UIL Ready Writing, Spelling, Dictionary Skills, Editorial Writing/Journalism, and Science events. These outstanding young individuals represented our school with dedication and skill, and we couldn’t be prouder of their hard work! Here are the students we’d like to recognize: 6th Grade Ready Writing 1st Place: Melitza Castillo 6th Place: Brandon Walker 7th Grade Ready Writing 4th Place: Benton Hawkins 6th Place: Wynterlynn Walker 8th Grade Ready Writing 4th Place: Eberardo Garcia 5th Place: Mary Ingram 6th Place: Giovany Galaviz 6th Grade Editorial Writing/Journalism 3rd Place: Tucker Jimerson 5th Place: Warner Williford 7th Grade Editorial Writing/Journalism 1st Place: Jeronimo DeLeon 2nd Place: Avery Cedillo 3rd Place: Kathia Barrera 8th Grade Editorial Writing/Journalism 1st Place: Eberardo Garcia 2nd Place: Aden Williford 3rd Place: Giovany Galaviz 6th Grade Spelling 1st Place: Brandon Walker 2nd Place: Anthony Martinez 6th Grade Dictionary Skills 6th Place: Brandon Walker 6th Grade Science 5th Place: Tucker Jimerson We are grateful for the exceptional leadership of Mrs. Tracey Amaya, our UIL Academic Coordinator, whose dedication has been instrumental in the success of our students. We also want to recognize the incredible support of Mrs. Crocker, Ms. Howk, Mrs. Hughes, and Mrs. McClendon for their contributions. Congratulations to these students for their hard work and achievements—you’ve made us all proud! Leverett’s Chapel Lions, let’s continue to aim high and celebrate excellence in academics! Go Lions!

As many of you know, our district was closed on Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to anticipated wintry weather. To meet the Texas Education Agency’s (TEA) requirement of a minimum of 75,600 operational minutes per school year, we must make up this missed day. The Leverett’s Chapel Board of Trustees has approved Monday, April 7, 2025, as the designated make-up day. This date was already included in the master school calendar as a contingency for situations like this. We encourage everyone to mark their calendars and plan accordingly for this adjustment. Thank you for your understanding and support as we work together to prioritize our students’ education and safety. Go Lions! Mr. Everett

📣 Exciting news, Leverett’s Chapel community! Join me, Mr. Everett, for Coffee with the Superintendent this Friday, January 17th from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM in the Board Room! ☕✨ It’s a great opportunity to fellowship, discuss our goals, and celebrate the amazing achievements of our students! I encourage everyone to come for meaningful conversations about our school district. Go Lions! 🦁❤️

🎉 Big Congratulations to Leverett's Chapel Junior High! 🎉 We are proud to announce that the Junior High campus achieved 100% attendance today, Tuesday, January 14! Thank you, students, for showing up and giving your best today, and thank you, parents, for making attendance a priority in your homes. Great job, and Go Lions! 🦁

Leverett’s Chapel Community, Due to the potential for overnight wintry weather, we will have a late start on Friday, January 10, 2025. Classes will begin at 10:00 a.m., and school bus routes will run approximately two hours later than their normal schedule. Please note the following: • Breakfast will not be served. • Lunch will follow the regular schedule. • Staff should report to campus by 9:30 a.m. We will continue monitoring the weather overnight. If any changes become necessary, we will announce them tomorrow morning. Thank you for your flexibility and understanding as we work to ensure the safety of our students and staff.

Leverett’s Chapel ISD Community, Out of an abundance of caution, Leverett’s Chapel ISD has decided to cancel school on Thursday, January 9, 2025, due to inclement wintry weather. All school-related activities scheduled for Thursday are also canceled. We recognize that many of our staff members travel significant distances to reach Leverett’s Chapel, and ensuring their safety—as well as that of our students—remains our top priority. We will continue to closely monitor weather conditions, and as of now, no decision has been made regarding classes on Friday, January 10, 2025. We will notify you as soon as possible once a determination is reached. Please stay tuned to our official communication channels for updates. In the meantime, stay warm, stay safe, and thank you for your continued support and understanding.

LC Community, We are closely monitoring the forecasted wintry weather expected for our area over the next couple of days. At this time, no decision has been made to cancel or postpone school. The safety of our students, staff, and community remains our top priority. We are in communication with local authorities and weather services to assess conditions as they develop. Should there be any changes to the school schedule, we will notify you as soon as possible through our official communication channels, including text, our district website,, social media, and local news outlets. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we navigate this situation. Please stay safe and continue to monitor updates from LCISD. Go Lions! Mr. Everett

LEVERETT’S CHAPEL ISD COMMUNITY – As winter settles in, inclement weather is always a possibility. We want to remind our families and staff of the various ways to stay informed about potential school delays or closures. Where We’ll Share Updates: Thrillshare-phone, and/or text messages will be sent to all parents and staff. Please make sure your contact information is up to date in Ascender. Social Media- Updates will be posted on the official Leverett’s Chapel ISD Facebook page. District Website- Visit www.leverettschapelisd.net for the latest district news. Local Media Outlets- Closures and delays will be reported to KLTV, KETK, and CBS 19. If no closure or delay notice appears on these sources, schools will operate on a regular schedule. We will make every effort to announce postponements or cancellations by 9:30 PM. Thank you for staying informed and helping us keep everyone safe. Go Lions!

LC Community! This is a friendly reminder that school will resume tomorrow, Tuesday, January 7, 2025, following our Christmas Break. Classes will be held during our regular school hours, and we look forward to welcoming everyone back on campus. We hope you had a wonderful and restful holiday, and we can’t wait to see you all tomorrow!

Coffee with the Superintendent LC Community, You’re invited to join me, the Superintendent of Leverett’s Chapel ISD, for Coffee with the Superintendent—an opportunity to fellowship and discuss the goals of Leverett’s Chapel ISD. Together, we’ll talk about our current and upcoming events, activities, and celebrate the achievements of our students. Mark your calendars for the following dates (subject to change): Friday, January 10, 2025 Friday, February 14, 2025 Friday, March 7, 2025 Friday, April 11, 2025 All meetings will be held from 6:30–7:30 a.m. in the Board Room. This is a welcoming event for all Leverett’s Chapel community members, and I encourage you to join me for meaningful conversations about our school district. I look forward to seeing you there! Go Lions! Mr. Everett

This year, you came together in an extraordinary way to adopt 37 Angels off of the Angel Tree and raise nearly $3,000 for this amazing cause. Your generosity and kindness have made a tremendous difference, and I cannot thank you enough. This incredible effort means the world to me and, more importantly, to the individuals and families whose holidays will now be filled with joy and love because of your contributions. Your actions reflect the true spirit of the season, and I am so proud to be part of a community that embodies such compassion and selflessness. Thank you, everyone, for your support, care, and commitment to making a difference. Together, we have shown what can be achieved when we come together for a greater purpose Go Lions! Mr. Everett

Yesterday, members of the Student Council handed out Christmas Cards to the residents of the Overton HealthCare Center.

SHAC will be meeting Friday, December 20th at 10:00. SHAC is the school health advisory committee, and everyone is welcome.

Dear LC Community, With the Christmas break upon us, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on what this season truly represents for our school and our community. We recognize the significance of the birth of Christ—a reminder of hope, love, and the importance of caring for one another. As we celebrate, we are called to show understanding and goodwill toward all, even those who may be difficult to embrace. These values guide us as educators, parents, and community members, shaping the way we nurture our students, families, and one another. As you spend time with loved ones—sharing meals, stories, and traditions—know that our Leverett’s Chapel family holds you in our thoughts. Let’s enter the New Year committed to learning together, supporting each other, and making a positive impact in every student’s life. Reminder: Last day for students: Thursday, December 19 at 4:00 p.m. Staff workday: Friday, December 20 The district closed: December 21 – January 5 Teacher workday: Monday, January 6 Students return to class: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 (regular hours) Enjoy your well-deserved break, and let’s return in January ready to embrace new opportunities and work together for the good of our community. Go Lions! Mr. Everett

Attention Leverett's Chapel Community! Join us tonight at Leverett's Chapel as our Varsity Girls and Varsity Boys Basketball teams take on Bloomberg! Girls' Game: 5:00 PM tip-off Boys' Game: Approx. 6:30 PM Gate Fees: $4 for adults $3 for students (Cash only) Come out, support our teams, and show your school spirit!

Please Congratulate the following Varsity Lady Lion Volleyball players for their accomplishments! To have your name on this list is nothing short of greatness! I am super proud of these girls.

Please Congratulate the following Varsity Lion football players for their accomplishments. It is no small feat to be anywhere on this list.

LC Community, I am thrilled to share some wonderful news that reflects the dedication, ambition, and achievement of our students. Three of our seniors have recently been accepted into outstanding universities, and we could not be more proud of their accomplishments. Ethan Kirk has earned admission to Texas A&M University, where he will join a storied tradition of academic excellence and become part of a vibrant campus community. Mackenzie Hayes will continue her academic journey at Stephen F. Austin State University, where her hard work and perseverance will undoubtedly lead her to future success. Jasmine Barber has been accepted to The University of Texas at Tyler, where she will have the opportunity to build upon her strong foundation here at Leverett’s Chapel ISD and pursue her aspirations. These students represent the best of what we strive for in our district—academic rigor, personal growth, and the resolve to achieve their goals. Their successes not only reflect their individual efforts, but also highlight the commitment of our dedicated teachers, supportive staff, and the families who have nurtured these students along the way. Please join me in congratulating Ethan, Mackenzie, and Jasmine for this wonderful achievement. We look forward to following their journeys and celebrating their future accomplishments. Thank you for your continued support and for helping make Leverett’s Chapel ISD a place where our students can dream big and succeed. Go Lions! Mr. Everett