Black History Month is a celebration of the contributions of African-Americans to our U.S. history. Since 1976, every U.S. president has designated the month of February as Black History Month. Recently, I attended a program honoring Black History Month at Brandon Elementary and was amazed at the talent, poise and wealth of information shared byContinue reading “Teamwork makes student dreams come true”
Category Archives: Lufkin Daily News Column
School Board Members are a Gift to the Community
School board members donate countless hours of their time — preparing for meetings, attending meetings, and supporting school-related functions and events. The word “donate” is an important one; school board members are volunteers, receiving no pay for the work they do to help our school district. We owe them a debt of gratitude for theirContinue reading “School Board Members are a Gift to the Community”
Thankful for our Opportunities for Education
As a child, I was sheltered and did not travel much beyond our rural community. Although I was a black girl from a poverty-stricken family, I didn’t understand my limitations until I started school. The first day of kindergarten will forever be embedded in my memory. I walked into a class filled with students. IContinue reading “Thankful for our Opportunities for Education”
On your worst day on the job, somebody needs you
Most, if not all educators will agree that it is not easy being a teacher. We all know the joys and frustrations that teaching can bring. We know the day-to-day realities and the trials that pop up as we give our best to educate our students, a goal we all share. We also know thatContinue reading “On your worst day on the job, somebody needs you”
Graduate to something, not just from somewhere
It is hard to believe that I am embarking on four months as Superintendent of Lufkin ISD. It is simply amazing how fast time flies. I am privileged to work with a Board of Trustees that supports the efforts of the educators in our schools and is focused on making a positive difference for allContinue reading “Graduate to something, not just from somewhere”
High hopes for new school year
It is a pleasure to welcome you to the 2013-2014 school year. I am honored and humbled to serve as your Lufkin ISD superintendent as we prepare to educate and uplift the children of our community. Improving the academic achievement of all students in Lufkin ISD will serve as the primary focus of my work.Continue reading “High hopes for new school year”
Team LISD getting ready for new school year
It is an honor to serve as the superintendent of schools for Lufkin ISD. I have spent countless hours looking, listening and learning about the school district and the community where I am committed to make a difference. In addition to implementing my entry plan, I have been doing a lot of reading over theContinue reading “Team LISD getting ready for new school year”
Dr. LaTonya Goffney 