Announcement Archive
District Announcements
Trustees call for Bond Election
August 24, 2010
At their August 24 meeting, the Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees called for a bond election to be held November 2, 2010. Find out more.Building Strong Families Annual Conference
September 7, 2010
Building Strong Families 15th Annual Conference For Parents And Those Who Work With Them (Founded By Lubbock Partners For Parenting Coalition). The conference provides parents and those who work with families the opportunity to spend an entire day learning about topics and resources that are important to families in our community. Sessions are provided in English and Spanish. Thursday, October 28th, 2010, Lubbock Memorial Civic Center, 1501 Mac Davis Lane, Lubbock TX. Deadline For Registration – October 22, 2010. For registration information call 806-795-5437. <download registration brochure>Back to School
August 10, 2010
The 2010-2011 school year is underway! It's not too late to enroll your child. Personnel are available at every LISD campus to assist parents and facilitate the enrollment process. Families new to Lubbock should consult the attendance boundary zone maps on this website under the Parents pull-down menu. For more back to school info click here. Lubbock ISD sees growth over 2009 TAKS preliminary scores
June 8, 2010
Lubbock ISD released preliminary scores for students on the 2009-10 state Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) test today. The district showed growth in 85% of the 135 areas measured and double-digit gains in several areas over the preliminary scores from 2008-09. <more information>Summer School 2010
April 19, 2010
Information for Summer School 2010 is now available. LISD names new principals for 2010-11
June 3, 2010
At their board meeting on June 3, the Lubbock ISD Board of Trustees ratified the superintendent’s recommendations to fill several vacant principal positions for the 2010-11 school year. <complete press release, list of new principals>Elementary and Secondary Teacher of the Year Announced
May 6, 2010
Eight finalists for the 2010 Lubbock ISD Teacher of the Year were honored at a banquet on May 6. Click here for a complete list of campus winners, quadrant winners and the 2010 elementary and secondary Teacher of the Year.
Gifted and Talented Professional Development Opportunity
April 28, 2010
Teachers needing to fulfill the required GT 30 hours of professional development should consider the GT (Gifted and Talented) 30 Hour Seminar Series at Region 17 this summer. Registration is now available but slots are limited and going fast. <ESC 17>26-09593 – GT 30 Hour Seminar Series – Day 1 – Nature & Needs of the Gifted
July 19-23, 9:00am – 4:00pm, Location: Esc17
5th Grade Magnet Orientation
April 1, 2010
Please note Wednesday, May 5, 2010, 9:00 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. has been set as the date for magnet middle school orientation. <more information>Estacado HS brings home the title!
March 13, 2010
Way to go Mats! The Mighty Matadors defeated Dallas Madison Saturday, March 13th by a score of 69 - 63. The State Champion Mats return to Lubbock Saturday between 9:00-10:00 pm. The public is invited to welcome them home at the EHS campus, 1504 E. Itasca Ave.
Registration for Online Summer School for Advancement
April 1, 2010
Registration for Online Summer School for Advancement has ended for all current 8th graders and above, however late registration is still available through May 12th.More information is available at the Online School Web site - online.lubbockisd.org.
3A Boys Basketball State Championship News
March 11, 2010
Estacado HS defeats Stafford, 45 - 40 -- Way to go Mats! The Mighty Matadors defeated Stafford Thursday, March 11th. The Mats advance to the championship game to face Dallas Madison today, March 13th at 10:00 am! For tournament information, click here. For live stats click here. FoxSports SW will webcast the championship game live on Saturday.
Reminder: Daylight Savings Time
March 10, 2010
Daylight Savings Time starts at 2:00 am, this Sunday, March 14th. Remember to Spring your clocks forward one hour. Texas Educational Diagnosticians' Week
March 7, 2010
March 8-12, 2010 has been designated 
Region I-3A Boys Basketball Area Championship
February 25, 2010
Estacado HS vs. Midland-Greenwood HS
Friday, Feb. 26, 2010, 7:00 PM
Lamesa Middle School, Lamesa, TX
Friday, Feb. 26, 2010, 7:00 PM
Lamesa Middle School, Lamesa, TX
Classes delayed due to weather
February 23, 2010
Classes in Lubbock ISD will begin two hours later than normal today. Buses will also run two hours later. All Lubbock ISD personnel should report as soon as safely possible. Parents are encouraged to allow for extra travel time due to poor road conditions.
Classes cancelled for Friday 1/29/2010
January 27, 2010
Classes have been cancelled for Friday, January 29... <full article>
Labor Day Holiday
August 31, 2010
All LISD schools will be closed Monday, September 6th in observance of Labor Day.
School Announcements
Step Out to Fight Diabetes Events
September 7, 2010
Talkington is selling Cure-Care-Commitment bracelets for the American Diabetes Association this week for $1. Students wearing their bracelet Friday (September 10) earn a FREE DRESS DAY. <more information on events>
8th Grade Volleyball Tournament at All Saints
September 7, 2010
Two 8th grade Talkington volleyball teams will participate in a TOURNAMENT this Friday and Saturday, September 10 and 11. Talkington #1 plays the first game at 5:00pm and Talkington #2 plays at 6:00 at All Saints, 3222 103rd Street (off S Indiana). Championship games are on Saturday evening.
On the Border Fundraiser
September 7, 2010
Wednesday, September 29 is Talkington Day at ON THE BORDER restaurant (Slide and Loop 289). Ten percent of food and drink purchases will benefit Talkington. You must present the FLYER (click HERE) to your server to benefit our school.
8th and 9th grade Science: It's a Girl Thing
June 22, 2010
Talkington 8th and 9th graders who completed the application to attend Science: It's a Girl Thing camp should report to WALL HALL on the Texas Tech campus on MONDAY, JULY 19 between 1:00-3:00pm <more information>
New 6th graders going to science camp!
June 8, 2010
New Talkington SYWL 6th grade students who pre-registered for Science: It's A Girl Thing enrichment camp will report to the Talkington campus on MONDAY, JUNE 21 at 10:00am. <more information>
Washington DC Trip June 2-5, 2011
June 8, 2010
A $99 deposit is due by July 1 for the summer 2011 trip to Washington DC for all 8th and 9th graders. <more information>
Talkington Dance Camp 2010
July 6, 2010
Talkington Dance Camp will be held July 26-29 (Monday-Thursday) at the LISD Lomax Center for all 7th, 8th or 9th grade students who signed up to attend <more information>
Outdoor School for 7th Grade Warriors
July 28, 2010
Seventh grade Talkington students who have completed all registration requirements will participate in the Outdoor School Program at Texas Tech University-Junction Campus August 17-20 <more information>.
New Student Orientation
March 25, 2010
New student orientation for 2010-2011 Talkington students will be Thursday, May 20 from 6:30-8:00pm <more information>
Talkington Open House
July 28, 2010
Middle and high school Talkington students and their families are invited to attend a back-to-school OPEN HOUSE on THURSDAY, AUGUST 19 from 5:00-6:30pm on campus. Students can tour the campus, meet teachers and recieve their schedule. Seventh grade students attending Outdoor School at Junction will receive a copy of their schedule upon their return on Friday.
LISD Spelling Bee Winner Announced
February 10, 2010
Makenna Ryan, a sixth-grade student from the Talkington School for Young Women Leaders, won the Lubbock ISD District Spelling Bee Saturday, February 6. Ryan was one of 41 students competing for the district championship. The winning word for Ryan was synthetically. She will represent Lubbock ISD in the regional spelling bee scheduled for March 6 at the Science Spectrum. The district runner-up was fifth-grade student Sagar Patel from Ramirez Charter School.
2010-2011 Application Available NOW
December 16, 2009
Students must apply to be accepted to the Margaret Talkington School for Young Women Leaders. Acceptance is based on fall 2009 semester grades, spring 2009 TAKS scores, a writing sample and teacher recommendations. An application packet is available from any LISD elementary or middle school counselor or online by clicking HERE. There are currently openings for incoming 6th, 8th, and 9th graders. Incoming 7th grade applications will be considered if positions become available.
2010 Talkington Recruiting Video
February 1, 2010
Fine Arts Winter Concert
December 2, 2009
Please join the Talkington Fine Arts department for an evening of holiday entertainment of music and song, dance, poetry and art on TUESDAY, DECEMBER 8 at 7:00pm at Indiana Ave Baptist Church (98th & Indiana Ave). All students involved in the concert need to report to the church by 5:45pm.
Talkington Holiday Lunch
December 2, 2009
Please join your Talkington student for a traditional Holiday lunch on FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11. Adult guests can dine for $2.75. 'A' lunch begins at 11:15am, 'B' lunch at 11:55am and 'C' lunch at 12:35pm. During all lunches, art and craft club students will be selling hand-crafted items at our ART MARKET.
U CAN SHARE food drive and VOLLEYBALL GAME
November 17, 2009
Talkington Warriors are collecting canned and boxed food items for the U CAN SHARE food drive benefitting the South Plains Food Bank through Tuesday, November 24. Students who bring TWO CANS for the food drive will attend the Talkington Staff vs. 8th grade Warrior champs VOLLEYBALL GAME on Friday, November 20 during first period.
Talkington Uniform Information
June 14, 2010
Talkington students are required to wear the school uniform. The Talkington uniform has been updated with a new logo and new optional items have been added to the uniform selections. <more information>
Individual Student Picture Day Thursday, November 5
October 29, 2009
Picture Perfect will be on campus THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 to take individual student pictures. Talkington students are required to wear their school uniform. Click HERE to preview the packages and prices. Pictures must be pre-paid. Payment envelopes will go home with students on Monday, November 2.
Talkington Dance Day Hip Hop Video
September 8, 2010
The routine was taught during the Talkington Dance Camp July 26-29, 2010, in order to celebrate the National Dance Day on July 31, 2010.
This Friday is DECADES DAY
October 6, 2009
Talkington students can participate in DECADES DAY by purchasing a $3 ticket to the Student Council Decades Dance. Students are encouraged to dress in their favorite decade - 50's, 60's, 70's or 80's. The Decades Dance will be from 4:00 until 6:30pm on campus and is for Talkington students ONLY. No late buses will be available. You may still purchase a ticket to participate in Decade Dress day and not attend the dance. This is a student council fundraising event!
NJHS Induction Ceremony and Honor Club
October 6, 2009
Wednesday, October 14 at 3:10pm is the Talkington Sword and Shield Chapter of the National Junior Honor Society Induction Ceremony. Talkington students with a 3.8 Grade Point Average from the 2008-2009 school year will be inducted. Also, Talkington students who had all-As or As and Bs on the first six weeks report card will receive a certificate of recognition for the Honor Club. These recognition ceremonies will be held on campus.
GOALS "TECHNOLOGY NIGHT" September 15
September 10, 2009
Talkington students will be released at 12:40pm on Tuesday, September 15 for GOALS (no lunch served). Talkington faculty will host a "Technology Night" for parents that evening from 6:00-7:00pm. Parents will receive "hands-on" training on the LISD Gradebook System and our school's website. Parents who wish to sign up for the Gradebook must have their student's social security number and an active email account.
Summer Reading 2010
June 9, 2010
In support of our mission to provide extended-year educational opportunities to our students, all Talkington students are required to participate in the Summer Reading program each year. Students have received a copy of the book title and reading guide for their grade level. <Online access to book titles and Reading Guides> 
Talkington Thanksgiving Lunch
October 29, 2009
Talkington family and friends are invited to enjoy a traditional Thanksgiving Meal with your student on Friday, November 13. Adult guests can enjoy turkey and dressing with all of the trimmings for $2.75. 'A' lunch will begin at 11:15am, 'B' lunch at 11:55am and 'C' lunch at 12:35pm.
Science: It's a Girl Thing camp for Rising Talkington 8th Graders
June 29, 2009
Rising 8th grade Talkington SYWL students who have completed registration requirements for Science: It's A Girl Thing camp will report to WALL RESIDENCE HALL on the Texas Tech University campus on MONDAY, JULY 20 between 2:00pm-3:00pm. Confirmation packets (with TTU campus map, packing list and important camp information) are being sent by mail, but can also be viewed by clicking HERE. A reminder list can be viewed HERE. Plan to pick up your Talkington student from SIGT camp on THURSDAY, JULY 23 at Wall Hall between 11:30am-1:00pm.
Talkington SYWL Summer Reading Program
June 12, 2009
All Talkington Warriors are required to participate in the Summer Reading Program. 6th graders read Absolutely Normal Chaos by Sharon Creech. 7th graders read Sing Down the Moon by Scott O'Dell. 8th graders read Stargirl by Jerry Spinelli. Click HERE for a handout of suggestions for success with your summer reading. Read it cover to cover the first time. On the second read, grab a highlighter and a pen (or pencil) and work through the book again, writing in the margins (annotating), paying special attention to the literary elements on the handout. Have your book with you on the first day of school!
Talkington 2009 School Report Card Available
December 17, 2009
The Margaret Talkington School for Young Women Leaders is a Texas Education Agency EXEMPLARY school. Click HERE to view the SCHOOL REPORT CARD.
2009-2010 SCHOOL SUPPLIES
July 6, 2009
Click HERE to view the Talkington SYWL school supply list for grades 6-8. This list does not contain supplies some elective classes. This list will be updated as more information becomes available.
Immunizations Required for all Texas Students Entering 7th Grade
June 12, 2009
Beginning August 1, 2009, Texas school students entering 7th grade will be required to have the following immunizations: Tetanus/diphtheria/pertussis-containing vaccine (Tdap) (1 booster dose), Meningococcal vaccine (1 dose), and Varicella vaccine (2 doses). A current record of your child's immunizations is due to Christi Weems, Talkington SYWL nurse, no later than AUGUST 24, 2009 (first day of school). Texas State Law requires that students be fully vaccinated for school attendance. Click HERE to view the official letter of notification of the immunization requirements. Click HERE for a listing of local immunization clinics.
First Annual YWL Talent Show April 9
March 22, 2009
All YWL students are invited to participate in our first Talent Show on Thursday, April 9. Family and friends are invited to enjoy the show which will be held in the Estacado HS auditorium at 2:00pm. Admission for non-participating students and all guests is $1.
YWL Art Market...has moved to APRIL 16
March 22, 2009
YWL students will set up shop in the YWL campus to sell their artistic and culinary creations to family and guests on Thursday, April 16. Students are raising money for a deposit to attend their summer enrichment program. Please join us starting at 4:00 until students are sold out (or until 5:30).
YWL Chuckwagon Lunch April 24
March 22, 2009
Family and special guests are invited to join their YWL student for a delicious Chuckwagon Lunch cooked and enjoyed outdoors! Guests can enjoy a hamburger or hotdog lunch for $2.10. 'A' lunch will be served at 11:30am and 'B' lunch will be served at 12:15pm.
YWL Summer Enrichment Programs Announced
March 22, 2009
All YWL students can participate in a Summer Enrichment Program funded by the Foundation for the Education of Young Women. New 6th grade students can attend Science: It's a Girl Thing camp (Session 1) on the TTU campus June 22-June 25. Rising YWL 7th graders can attend the Outdoor School Environmental Science camp at the TTU Junction campus August 11-14. Rising YWL 8th graders can attend Science: It's a Girl Thing camp (Session 2) July 20-23.
YWL New Student Orientation May 2
March 22, 2009
All NEW 6th, 7th and 8th grade YWL students for 2009-2010 and their families are invited to an Orientation Program on Saturday, May 2 from 9:30-11:00am at the YWL campus. School information and tours will be given as well as information regarding school uniforms (click HERE), summer enrichment programs, summer reading requirement and important dates.
2009-2010 YWL Application is now available!
January 12, 2009
The application for the School for Young Women Leaders is now available online! Click HERE to download and print the application packet. Students interested in applying to YWL can also receive an application packet from their current school counselor. Seventy-five 6th grade positions are available, as well as limited numbers in 7th and 8th grade. Completed applications can be turned in to the student's current school counselor, hand delivered or mailed to YWL (415 N. Ivory - Lubbock, TX - 79403). The YWL application deadline is MARCH 3.
2009-2010 Talkington Bus Routes
August 6, 2009
A fourth bus route has been added this year! Please click HERE for the 2009-2010 Durham Transportation Bus Routes that serve Talkington.
South Plains Food Bank Workday
March 2, 2009
YWL students and their families are invited to a workday this Saturday, March 7 from 9:00am-12:00noon at the South Plains Food Bank (4612 Locust). Click here for a map to the food bank.
Picture Perfect school photo retakes
March 2, 2009
Picture Perfect will be on the YWL campus Tuesday, March 10 at 8:00am for individual school picture retakes. Students who missed fall pictures will have their picture made for the yearbook. Students who would like to purchase a retake photo package may also have their picture made. Click HERE to print out a Picture Perfect order form.
Swimming for Fitness at YWL
February 18, 2009
6th and 7th grade YWL students will go to the LISD Pete Ragus Aquatic Center for Swim Fitness classes. Seventh graders will go February 16-19 and sixth graders will go February 23-26. Students only need to bring a swimsuit. Permission forms must be on file in the office. This is a unique opportunity for middle school students and is only available at YWL.
ELA & Reading Benchmark Testing-3rd six weeks Assessments
January 5, 2009
Sixth and seventh grade students will be taking the Reading Benchmark Exam on Wednesday, January 14. All YWL students will also take 3rd six weeks district assessments the week of January 12-16. It is very important to have your YWL student to school on time and ready to learn! Students can also wear SWEATS to school on Wednesday (no uniform) because "doing GREAT on the Benchmarks is NO SWEAT" at YWL!
School Uniform Dress Day
November 3, 2008
YWL is hosting a Partners in Education luncheon on campus this Wednesday, November 5. When we host special events, YWL requires students to wear their Dress Uniform. Students are required to wear the black dress shirt, pleated skirt, black hose, tights (no footless tights), tall or short socks and black shoes.
PTA Establishment Meeting
October 24, 2008
Please join the School for Young Women Leaders on Tuesday, November 6 at 6:30pm as we establish our PTA. We must have 20 members join at this meeting to establish a YWL PTA. During this meeting, we will elect PTA Board members and establish by-laws. Come early at 6:00 for an inexpensive pizza dinner. The meeting will be in the YWL Cafeteria.
YWL Holiday Lunch - Friday, December 12
November 25, 2008
Please join your YWL student for a traditional holiday meal of turkey, dressing, seasonal vegetables and all of the trimmings. Guests can dine for $2.55. 'A' lunch will be served at 11:20am. 'B' lunch will be served at 12:10pm.
Semester Exam Days-Early Dismissal
December 11, 2008
Thursday, December 18 and Friday, December 19 are Semester Exam and Early Dismissal days for all Lubbock ISD students. YWL students will be dismissed from school at 12:40pm. Lunch will not be served. Buses will leave campus at approximately 12:50pm and run their usual routes.
YWL Magnet Open House-Thursday, January 29
December 9, 2008
Prospective magnet students and families interested in the Lubbock ISD School for Young Women Leaders are invited to an Open House on Thursday, January 29 from 6:00-7:30pm. You can participate in school tours and information sessions, obtain application information and assistance, meet teachers, administrators and current YWL students and have all of your questions answered about our school.
U Can Share Food Drive - Great Success!
November 9, 2008
Thank you for your participation in the U Can Share food drive benefitting the South Plains Food Bank. YWL students collected 629 food items! Due to a tie in contributions, Mrs. Hall's and Mrs. Durham's 7th grade Advisory classes each will receive a lunch pizza party. Since we surpassed our goal of filling two barrels with food items, YWL students will receive an incentive dress day...details coming SOON!
YWL Workday at the South Plains Food Bank
November 9, 2008
We would like to have 50 volunteers from YWL represented at the South Plains Food Bank (4612 Locust Ave) from 9:00am - 12:00 noon on Saturday, December 6. We need one adult volunteer (age 18 and over) for every six students. We would like seven adults and 43 students working each of these Saturdays. This is a great opportunity to give back to our local community. Students will earn 3 hours of community service. Students will bring home a form so you can register to work either or both of these Saturdays. Your entire family is welcome to work, but please let us know how many members will be involved on the registration form.
Parent Dinner sponsored by Texas Tech Center for Prevention and Resilency
November 9, 2008
The TTU College of Human Sciences Center for Prevention and Resilency would like to invite parents and guardians of YWL students to an evening event on Tuesday, November 18 from 6:00-8:00pm to discuss the wellness program and curriculum that is being delivered to YWL students. Dinner will be provided only for parents or guardians. Return the RSVP form to your student's Advisory teacher or to the YWL office by November 10.
Fun Friday FUN-rasiers for United Way
October 8, 2008
The SYWL is raising funds for United Way by having FUN-raisers each Friday in October. Students can bring 50 cents to their Advisory teacher to participate each Friday, or they can contribute $2 to pariticipate in all four Friday events. Click HERE to see the list of dates and fun dress events!
South Plains Fair Art Winner
October 7, 2008
Sixth grader Lindsey Miller's art work won a first place award at the South Plains Fair.
Classes are underway!
August 28, 2008
See the Day 1 Slide Show link on the left to see a slide show of photos from day one of classes at SWYL.
Test Announcement-Ginger
June 11, 2008
This is a training test.
May 3 Young Women Leaders Family Celebration Luncheon
March 24, 2008
Future YWL students and their families are invited to join the faculty and staff of YWL at a CELEBRATION LUNCHEON on Saturday, May 3 from 10am to 1pm at Estacado High School cafeteria.
Please join us to meet and greet, learn more information about the school, plans for the summer and take a tour of the YWL campus (still undergoing remodeling). We will enjoy a chuckwagon lunch as we get to know each other and prepare for next school year!
7th Grade Application Deadline EXTENDED
March 11, 2008
The application deadline for incoming 7th grade students ONLY has been EXTENDED to Monday, March 24. Applications are available through your school counselor or online here - English / Spanish.
Applications may be turned in to your school counselor or to the Magnet Office at LISD Central Office, 1628 19th Street by the March 24 deadline.
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