I love quotes. They speak to me. They guide me. They inspire me. June 17 was a monumental board meeting where the trustees voted unanimously to approve significant teacher salary increases at Lufkin ISD. Voting on a decision takes only a few minutes. Preparing, researching, crunching numbers after numbers, making executive decisions, presenting recommendations, whileContinue reading “Nothing great is ever easy”
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Freedom through Literacy
Frederick Douglass said, “Once you learn to read, you will be forever free.” That freedom comes from knowledge, discernment, word recognition and comprehension. Illiteracy not only robs the mind’s ability to grow and learn, but it is directly linked to crime and failure. The Department of Justice states, “The link between academic failure and delinquency,Continue reading “Freedom through Literacy”
Team LISD working to finish strong
Believe it or not, I was one of the fastest girls in school and was selected to compete in all three relays in track. At one track meet that will forever be etched in my memory, our relay team had won first place in both the 4 x 100 meter and 4 x 200 meterContinue reading “Team LISD working to finish strong”
It’s a privilege to honor outstanding teachers
You remember that teacher that made you feel like you could do anything … that your dreams were attainable, that you weren’t awkward and unaccepted, but loved and appreciated? That teacher for me was my second grade teacher, Mrs. Proffer. I will never forget how she made learning fun and treated me like I wasContinue reading “It’s a privilege to honor outstanding teachers”
Teachers, staff work for future of our children
On any given weekday, the students at Lufkin ISD are preparing for their future. A future that is molded and sculpted by some of the finest people you will ever meet … members of Team Lufkin ISD. It has been my privilege as superintendent of Lufkin ISD to work among excellence, but I’m also excitedContinue reading “Teachers, staff work for future of our children”
Teamwork makes student dreams come true
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”
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”
Dr. LaTonya Goffney 