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π΅ ππ¨Save the Date for the LVISD Fine Arts Extravaganza! π΅ππ¨
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π» π©βπ« La Vernia ISD is proud to introduce our outstanding Teacher of the Year and Paraprofessional of the Year recipients for the 2023-2024 school year! π π
π Teacher of the Year Recipients:
βLa Vernia Primary: Krista Saulter
La Vernia Intermediate: Jennifer Kibbons
La Vernia Junior High: Laura Mendoza
La Vernia High School: Melissa Blohm
π Paraprofessional of the Year Recipients:
La Vernia Primary: Lindsey Davis
La Vernia Intermediate: Christy Hinnant
La Vernia Junior High: Connie Bradstreet
La Vernia High School: Sydney Kelley
Join us in congratulating these amazing educators! β¨π»
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πππ Does LVISD have school on Monday, April 8th? π
π Yes, we do have school on Monday, April 8th! We can't wait to see you! π
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π Today is a special day because we get to celebrate all the amazing school librarians out there! ππ Let's give a big shout-out to these unsung heroes who work tirelessly to support our education and love for books. ππ They are always ready to help us find that perfect book or guide us through research projects. π€ So let's take a moment to thank our school librarians and show them how much we appreciate their hard work and dedication. πβ€οΈ π
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Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! π Today, we celebrate the unsung heroes of our education system β the dedicated and hardworking paraprofessionals. π
On this special day, let's take a moment to recognize and thank our paraprofessionals for their endless dedication, patience, and love for our students. Your contributions do not go unnoticed and are truly appreciated. ππ
To all the paraprofessionals out there, thank you for being an invaluable part of our education system. Your hard work truly makes a difference in the lives of our students. π
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β€οΈπππ©΅ Today is World Autism Awareness Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness and understanding for individuals living with autism. Let us take a moment to recognize and celebrate the diversity and unique abilities of those on the autism spectrum. β€οΈπππ©΅
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As we celebrate Assistant Principal Appreciation Week, let us take a moment to recognize the incredible work and dedication of our assistant principals at the High School. ππΌ They play a vital role in shaping our school culture and supporting the academic success of our students. π€© Their tireless efforts behind the scenes often go unnoticed, but their impact on our school community is immeasurable.πͺπΌ Let's show our appreciation for our Assistant Principals, Melissa Callaway, Jason Cunningham, & Tracie Bendele, and thank them for all that they do. π π»
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As we celebrate Assistant Principal Appreciation Week, let us take a moment to recognize the incredible work and dedication of our assistant principals at the Junior High. ππΌ They play a vital role in shaping our school culture and supporting the academic success of our students. π€© Their tireless efforts behind the scenes often go unnoticed, but their impact on our school community is immeasurable.πͺπΌ Let's show our appreciation for our Assistant Principals, Dr. Rebecca Acosta & Cliff Hill, and thank them for all that they do. π π»
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As we celebrate Assistant Principal Appreciation Week, let us take a moment to recognize the incredible work and dedication of our assistant principals at the Intermediate School. ππΌ They play a vital role in shaping our school culture and supporting the academic success of our students. π€© Their tireless efforts behind the scenes often go unnoticed, but their impact on our school community is immeasurable.πͺπΌ Let's show our appreciation for our Assistant Principals, Christy Marbach & Sara Elley, and thank them for all that they do. π π»
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As we celebrate Assistant Principal Appreciation Week, let us take a moment to recognize the incredible work and dedication of our assistant principals at the Primary School. ππΌ They play a vital role in shaping our school culture and supporting the academic success of our students. π€© Their tireless efforts behind the scenes often go unnoticed, but their impact on our school community is immeasurable.πͺπΌ Let's show our appreciation for our Assistant Principals, Kelsi Powers & Sara Elley, and thank them for all that they do. π π»
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ππ Welcome to LVISD Brandon Velez! ππ
πCoach Velez began his journey at Wagner High School in Judson ISD as a secondary coach. He then had the opportunity to become the Defensive Coordinator at Veterans Memorial High School in Judson ISD. π
π π»Brandon and his wife, Marlese, have four children; Aubriella (6th Grade at LVJH), Tristan (2nd Grade at LV Primary), Cruz (2 years old), and Lainey (2 months old). The strong traditions that the city of La Vernia has, are traditions their children now get to experience. Both Marlese and Coach Velez are alumni of La Vernia. π π»
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π π»Check out Edition 7 of the Bear Buzz Newsletter! π»π«. Go Bears! π π https://www.smore.com/n/pbda5
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ππPurple Up for Military Kids on April 15th!!! ππ
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π Our very own Leonard Knox, bus driver for La Vernia ISD, has been named the Property Casualty Alliance of Texas (PCAT) Bus Driver of the Year! πποΈ ππ
What's even more impressive is that Leonard was voted on by his fellow bus drivers, making this recognition even more special! π It's a true testament to his hard work, dedication, and commitment to the safety and well-being of our students. π¨βπ©βπ¦βπ¦
Leonard's friendly smile and positive attitude make our morning commutes so much better. π He truly goes above and beyond his duties as a bus driver, and we are lucky to have him as part of our La Vernia ISD family. β€οΈ
So, let's all take a moment to congratulate Leonard on this well-deserved honor! ππ
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π’We are thrilled to announce Mr. Cliff Hill as our new Director of Safety & Security.
πWith over 14 years of experience in education, Mr. Hill brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our district. From serving as a DAEP Director to being an Offensive Coordinator, he has held various leadership roles that have prepared him for this important position. Currently, Mr. Hill is serving as the Junior High Assistant Principal at LVISD, showcasing his dedication to our students and community.
Mr. Hill also has a proud background as a non-commissioned officer in the U.S. Army and is a veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom. We are confident that his military experience has instilled in him the values of discipline, integrity, and commitment - all of which are crucial in maintaining a safe and secure learning environment for our students.
π Please join us in welcoming Mr. Hill and let's show our appreciation for his service to our country. We are honored to have him on board and look forward to the positive impact he will make on our district.
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π’ We are excited to announce that La Vernia ISD is welcoming a new Junior High Principal, Mr. Bryan Caughlin.
π With 19 years of experience in education, including 10 years as an administrator at various levels, Mr. Caughlin brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our school. The last two years, he has served as an Assistant Principal at Samuel V. Champion High School in Boerne ISD and has now chosen to join the LVISD family.
π Mr. Caughlin is a proud graduate of Baylor University and holds a Masterβs degree from the University of Texas at Tyler.
π¨βπ©βπ§βπ§ Not only is Mr. Caughlin committed to his career, but he is also a devoted husband to his wife, Season, who is also an educator and coach with Comal ISD. Together, they have two daughters and enjoy supporting them in all their school activities. The Caughlin's reside here in La Vernia, Texas.
πJoin us in giving a warm welcome to Mr. Caughlin!
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π«π»Do you want to see a 3D Interactive Display of the Architectural Design of the new buildings from the Bond? Come join us for a come and go event, from 5:00pm - 7:30pm at the LVISD Auditorium Foyer. π·ποΈ
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π»π Nominate your favorite educator! ππ»
Show your appreciation by filling out the nomination form in the Wilson County News or online at https://www.wilsoncountynews.com/edu.
Share why they deserve recognition and let's celebrate their dedication together! Hurry, the deadline to enter for this quarter is March 31, 2024. ποΈ
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πΈππ΄SPRING BREAKπΈππ΄
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