Eagles JV/Varsity Basketball at Navarro / Lady Eagles Varsity Basketball at Sabinal - 11:00am - 2:00pm
*Monday Jan. 5
Student holiday / prep day
*Tuesday Jan. 6
Student holiday / Staff Dev.
Admin Alley
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Dear Lackland ISD Community,
It is hard to believe that Christmas is next week and that we will be entering a new year in just a few days. I want to wish each of you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year. I hope that you will find time to spend quality time with your family and friends as well as rest and rejuvenate for the new year. Thank you for all that you have done to support our Lackland students who remain our priority. I am so grateful for each of you and how you contribute to the overall mission of educating our students. I am looking forward to a new and exciting year that will have endless possibilities for success and fulfillment. If you are traveling, we wish you safe travels and look forward to seeing you in the new year. May God Bless you all.
Dr. Burnie Roper
Superintendent of Schools
Dear Lackland ISD Teachers and Staff,
We asked and you delivered! We want to say thank you to all of you who brought toys/gifts to support the children at SAMMC. Your response was overwhelming and we are grateful for your generosity. The truth is, you have never let these children down, but you all went far and beyond our expectations. Thank you again. I appreciate you all.
Dr. Burnie Roper
Superintendent
Merry Christmas from the LISD District Office
Safe Storage of Firearms
A firearm should be stored unloaded in a safe or locked container, with ammunition stored elsewhere.
It is unlawful to store, transport, or abandon an unsecured firearm in a place where children are likely to be and can obtain access to the firearm. Under the Penal Code, a person commits the offense of making a firearm accessible to a child if the child gains access to a readily dischargeable firearm, and the person with criminal negligence:
· Failed to secure the firearm; or
· Left the firearm in a place to which the person knew or should have known the child would gain access
The penalty for allowing a child access to a firearm can range from a Class C misdemeanor (punishable by a $500 fine) to a Class A misdemeanor (punishable by a $4000 fine, a year in jail, or a combination of the two).
Around the District
Above & Beyond Award Winners
Our Above & Beyond committee met on December 8,2025 and reviewed the nominations. All nominees have been approved and recommended by their principals/supervisors.
Each Above & Beyond award recipient will be recognized and honored at the next monthly school board meeting on December 16, 2025. They will receive a “Certificate of Achievement”, a $200.00 stipend, and a reserved parking space. Additionally, their names will be displayed on the Marquee and the Lackland ISD web site along with an article published in the weekly e-newsletter.
The Above & Beyond recommended winners for Fall 2025 recognition are:
Freddy Perez serves as the Maintenance Supervisor in our Operation’s Department. Freddy is a highly knowledgeable technician whose expertise is relied upon daily to keep district facilities safe, functional, and comfortable for students and staff. Freddy has demonstrated an exceptional willingness to respond quickly to immediate classroom needs, addressing daily classroom concerns promptly and ensuring minimal disruptions to instruction. During an especially demanding school year marked by significant HVAC and fire alarm challenges, he has gone well beyond the expectations of his role. He has devoted an extraordinary amount of time responding to after-hours emergencies, working extended shifts, and ensuring that critical systems are restored as quickly as possible. We are proud to recognize Freddy Perez as one of our Fall 2025 Above & Beyond award winners.
Olivia Sherman serves as an English Language, Arts and Reading assistant at our Elementary School. Olivia is an exemplary employee who consistently demonstrates professionalism, kindness, and dedication in all her endeavors. She approaches every task with a high level of professionalism and always maintains a positive attitude. Olivia regularly volunteers her time to assist various staff members, including delivering students and supplies to classrooms. She recently created 120 family reading resource packets to be taken home by our elementary school’s At-Risk and RTI students. Additionally, she continues to create reading activities for use during Eagle Time. Olivia ensures that every student she interacts with is treated with the utmost respect, dignity and kindness. We are proud to recognize Olivia Sherman as one of our Fall 2025 Above & Beyond award winners.
Kiana Parham serves as a Math Teacher at Stacey Junior High School. Kianna is a truly dedicated team member who consistently goes above and beyond for both students and staff. She willingly supports campus initiatives such as S2S projects the AVID program, and Junior High Student Council events, always bringing a positive attitude and strong commitment to student success. Her collaboration and reliability make her an invaluable part of our school. Students genuinely enjoy working with her and feel supported. She knows facts about every student she works with, and they all know that she truly loves and cares for them. Whether she is assisting with projects, supporting programs, or helping where needed, she exemplifies what it means to serve above and beyond. We are proud to recognize Kiana Parham as one of our Fall 2025 Above & Beyond award winners.
Andy Stahlman serves as an Instructional Technologist at Stacy High School. Andy consistently goes above and beyond providing exceptional support to students and staff. He is results-oriented and dependable, ensuring that tasks are not only completed but done well and on time. Andy has an exceptional ability to anticipate teacher needs and identify potential technical challenges before they arise, which helps prevent disruptions and keeps instruction running smoothly. What truly sets Andy apart is his proactive approach. He takes the initiative to follow up on issues, ensuring that technology equipment continue to function effectively. Andy is always willing to answer follow-up questions and provide additional support, demonstrating a genuine commitment to the success of others. We are proud to recognize Andy Stahlman as one of our Fall 2025 Above & Beyond award winners.
Merry Christmas from the food service team
Family Engagement
Lackland ISD strongly desires parent engagement. You have an opportunity to share your voice and help us actualize our vision to ignite a passion for life-long learning and empower excellence. As you engage as a parent, we also invite your participation in campus and district-level committees. Below are the descriptions for these committees for your consideration. If you have additional questions, each committee’s point of contact is listed with the committee description.
Please read each description and share your interest in supporting the committee or learning more about it.
Lackland ISD continues to strive toward improving communication.
ParentSquare is a communication platform. Through the platform, you’ll be able to:
*Receive all district, school, and classroom communication via email, text, or app
*View the school and classroom calendar and RSVP for events
*Easily sign up to volunteer and/or bring items
*Securely receive important documents like report cards and other student documents
For the best ParentSquare experience, we recommend that you download and install the app. The name is ParentSquare, and it can easily be found in your device’s app store. If you don’t have a device, no need to worry: the platform is capable of both text and email, and you can log on via the web as well. ParentSquare receives its contact information from the Ascender Parent Portal. Please take a moment to make sure that you have the latest contact information on file there.
Parent Square Notifications
Under General Announcements, you can select how often you want to receive notifications for posts. Select Off, Instant or Digest notifications.
Off:no notifications about posts will be sent to you. Emergency Alerts and Notices will still be sent. School Alerts will still be sent if turned on.
Instant:you'll receive an email and/or text and/or an app notification every time a notice or message is sent.
Digest:you'll receive an email and/or text and/or an app notification once a day in the evening with all posts from that day.
The default setting is typically Digest, so that you receive all notices and post messages in one convenient notification once a day. All emergency notifications still come through instantly, and a school can override settings as needed for an urgent message.
Stacey Jr. / Sr. High
Stacey Jr. / Sr. High Band & Choir Winter Concert
It was an exceptional performance by all led by band and choir Director Morgan Staggs! Special thanks to Mr. Richard and students with the Theater Arts Department for helping with lighting, sound, and stage set-up, thank you to all that attended! Finally, thank you to our student performers who show up and show out every rehearsal and demonstrate true musicianship every single day!
Bots in Blue at UIL State
We are pleased to provide this report on the exceptional performance of the Stacey High School BEST robotics team, known as the Stacey Bots in Blue, at the recent UIL State Championships held in Dallas. This event, which brought together teams from across Texas, showcased the dedication and talent of our students in a highly competitive environment. Their accomplishments not only highlight individual excellence but also reflect the collective support of our school community.
Performance Highlights:
The Stacey Bots in Blue demonstrated remarkable skill and resilience throughout the competition. In the 1A-2A category, which encompasses 442 schools statewide, our team secured fourth place, positioning them in the 99.32 percentile. This ranking underscores their status among the elite performers in this division.
Expanding to the broader competition, which included the 1390 schools of all sizes from 1A to 6A, the team achieved an impressive 13th place overall, placing them in the 99.14 percentile across the entire state.
These percentiles illustrate the team’s superior capabilities, as they outperformed the vast majority of participants through strategic execution and technical proficiency in demanding 3-minute rounds.
Preparation and Effort:
The path to this success was paved by months of rigorous preparation. Beginning in the early fall, the students invested countless hours in designing innovative robotic systems, constructing durable prototypes, programming sophisticated algorithms, and mastering precise driving techniques under time constraints.
This process required not only technical expertise but also collaborative problem-solving and adaptability to simulate real-world engineering challenges. Their commitment involved after-school sessions, weekend workshops, and iterative testing to refine every aspect of their robot’s performance. Such dedication fostered personal growth, resilience, and a deep understanding of STEM principles, equipping them for future academic and professional pursuits.
Representation and Recognition:
The Stacey Bots in Blue represented themselves, their families, and Stacey High School with the utmost professionalism and integrity. Their conduct exemplified the values of Lackland ISD, inspiring peers and spectators alike. It was a profound honor for Mrs. Huerta, Mr. Bramlett, and Mr. Kinsey to guide and witness this journey. Observing the students’ growth both personally and experientially, from initial concepts to triumphant execution—has been a rewarding testament to the fruits of their labor and the supportive environment provided by our community.
In conclusion, this achievement at the UIL State Championships is a milestone that celebrates the hard work of our students and the unwavering encouragement from their families and Stacey staff. We extend our sincere gratitude to all for your involvement and look forward to continued success in future endeavors.
Stacey Senior Selected for First Tee Leadership Academy
by: Eliana Flores, 11th grade
Tristyn Myrick recently had the honor of attending the First Tee Drive Your Future Academy sponsored by John Deere in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Out of eighty applicants, only thirty-six young women were selected, and she was truly grateful to be part of such a special experience.
The academy focuses on empowering young women who are making a positive impact in their chapters, schools, and communities. At the Ponte Vedra Inn & Club, participants learned from inspiring women who led workshops on networking, mentorship, self-awareness, and empathy.
Some of the highlights included a welcome reception and fireside chat with Kathryn Newton; an Advocating for Yourself and Others session and Embracing Self-Awareness session with John Deere; the A Walk in Her Shoes session with Accenture; a Cultivating Meaningful Relationships session with CapTech; and a Roadmap to Successful Mentorship session with Sara Young.
✨ Tristyn extends a huge thank-you to the incredible women who shared their time and stories:
• Leslee Hager – John Deere
• Kathryn Newton – First Tee Ambassador and Actress
• Whitney Olmsted & Martine Kostanich – CapTech
• Deb Dahlmann – Accenture
• Sara A. Young – Facilitator and First Tee alumna ✨
She also played twelve holes at The Yards Golf Course, which was both beautiful and a lot of fun. ⛳️ Later, she visited the University of North Florida for the Osprey Challenge Course—another unforgettable experience. The week concluded with a Catamaran Lunch Cruise on Sabrage, where the girls enjoyed the ocean breeze and even spotted dolphins, followed by an evening exploring downtown St. Augustine and a wonderful dinner. 🐬🛥️
Tristyn is beyond grateful for the opportunities that First Tee has given her over the years. She will carry these memories and lessons with her throughout the rest of her life. 🌟
We had our Senior Holiday Party yesterday! The kids got Chick-fil-a and exchanged white elephant gifts.
High School Student Council went to Kelly Elementary School to share some holiday cheer with the kindergarteners.
Lackland Elementary
Lackland Elementary Student Council Delivering Cheer to Meals on Wheels Clients
The Lackland Elementary Student Council wrote and decorated Christmas cards for Meals-on-Wheels clients this holiday season. The cards will be delivered by the volunteers and they hope their act of kindness delivers joy along with their daily meals!
Mrs. Thompson's class goes to the Nutcracker!
Cindy Lou Who, The Grinch, The Conductor from Polar Express
Turkey Feather Drive 🦃
We are excited to announce this year’s Turkey Teacher winner is Ms. Kristy Archibald! Her kindergarten class raised an outstanding $156.50—way to go, Kinder!
Coming in second place is Ms. Flores and her 5th-grade class, who raised an amazing $130. Great job!
We are incredibly grateful to all students, families, and staff who contributed to our annual Turkey Feather Drive. Because of your generosity, we are able to share holiday gift cards with our custodial and maintenance teams, who work hard every day to take care of our campus.
Thank you for helping us spread kindness and gratitude this holiday season! 💛
Fourth graders at the Botanical Gardens!
Mrs. Martino's class playing the cellophane ball Christmas game.
Christmas party!
Paraprofessioal Celebration! Thank you all!
Making great holiday memories in Kinderland!
Kinder Alphapalooza
The Cox Family Singers
Lackland Elementrary students were treated to a rousing performance by the Cox family. They put their own spin on many holiday classics as students sang along! It was a wonderful way to go into the Winter break! Thank you!!
Library Scoop
Smiling faces, holiday puppet shows, card making, and colorful Holiday Storybook Ornaments to adorn our tree have made for a busy, exciting week in the library! Students checked out books to enjoy over our holiday break, and we hope they will make a little time to read! Looking forward to a bright New Year!
The Student-Teacher-School Compact is a shared agreement that outlines how students, families, and educators will work together to support academic success. This partnership highlights our shared responsibility for student learning by setting clear expectations for teachers, parents, and students. Together, we create a strong foundation that encourages achievement, accountability, and a positive learning environment.
Happy New Year, GT families, and welcome to the Spring Semester! We’re excited to begin a new season of learning and growth with our gifted students. Thank you for your continued support and partnership.
This semester, we will continue supporting students as they grow in motivation, organization and planning, creativity, and leadership. Students will have opportunities to challenge their thinking, explore new ideas, and build skills that support both academic success and personal growth.
We’re looking forward to a great spring semester and working together to help our GT students continue to learn, grow, and thrive!
PTSO Corner
Important Information
Special Education Corner
If you see our Speech team on campus, please give them a friendly wave of hello!
We are Mrs. Martinez and Mrs. Bluhm. We are dedicated to helping students overcome communication challenges. We work to empower students to express themselves confidently and succeed academically. We collaborate with teachers, staff and families to provide the best possible outcomes.
Cindi Martinez is celebrating 31 years of being a Speech-Language Pathologist. A native San Antonian, Mrs. Martinez earned her Bachelor of Arts (in Elementary Education) from St Edward’s University and her Master of Science from Texas State University. Mrs. Martinez has worked in several areas of Speech Pathology, such as Early Intervention, adult and pediatric rehabilitation, and in a medical practice where she took pictures of vocal cords and worked with professional voice users. Mrs. Martinez is very happy to be here at Lackland ISD.
Dawn Bluhm is celebrating 19 years of being a Speech-Language Pathologist. Coming from a military family, when her family arrived in San Antonio, they made it their permanent home. She has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from UTSA, and a Master of Arts from Our Lady of the Lake University in Communication Disorders. Mrs. Bluhm spent 11 of her 19 years specializing in alterative and augmentative communication strategies.
SPED Team
S. Norris-PT, O. McDonald-Dyslexia Specialist, D. Bluhm - SLP, C. Martinez-SLP, B. Martinez-Secretary, J. Ortiz-Behavior Specialist, G. Ghandour-School Psychologist, N. Garcia-Sped Coordinator, T. Murphey-OT, M. Murphree-School Psychologist (Not pictured: E. Mendez- BCBA, J. Koth-APE, C. Reynolds- BCBA)
Be sure to register in advance for any webinars in December. If you happen to miss one, you can still register and watch the on-demand recording before the month ends.
You will notice a change to the registration process as we work towards a new registration platform. Register through the link below the webinar listing, or view our full schedule and follow the link on our website:
Baileigh Levée is a military spouse, mom, and personal blogger. She discusses how her military family has navigated holiday celebrations and traditions over the years, while living all over the world. She shares tips and resources for creating new holiday traditions and making it fun for the whole family.
Every military-connected child is college-, work-, and life-ready.
Our Mission
MCEC supports all military-connected children by educating, advocating, and collaborating to resolve education challenges associated with the military lifestyle.
The Military Child Education Coalition and Columbia Southern University are proud to announce the Heroic Hearts Scholarship — a new, full-tuition opportunity honoring the strength and resilience of military-connected students.
Each year, one student will be selected to receive a full-tuition scholarship covering up to 120 credit hours and technology fees at Columbia Southern University.
Who’s eligible:
High school juniors and seniors
Recent high school graduates
Students who are military-connected
This inaugural award marks the start of an enduring tradition — one that celebrates academic achievement, service, and opportunity for military families.
We invite educators, counselors, and parents to help share this announcement across schools and networks. Forward this email or download and share this flyer to spread the word.
It’s the intention of the Special Education Department to provide information on what special education is and the various programs available to our special education students and families. If you have concerns with your child’s development, please contact our office at 210-357-5044.
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