Greetings, La Porte ISD Family. Today is a great day to be a Bulldog!
Hopefully, everyone enjoyed a relaxing Labor Day weekend and will return to school on Wednesday refreshed and energized. As we jump back into our routines, let’s embrace this opportunity with renewed enthusiasm and dedication, ready to tackle the challenges and seize the opportunities that lie ahead.
I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone for making Border Battle Week so spirited and memorable. The week leading up to La Porte and Deer Park squaring off on the football field is a special time for many reasons, not the least of which is the way every student and staff member at every school embraces their Bulldog spirit. I’m incredibly proud of our players, performing groups, student trainers, and the enthusiastic support from our home crowd. Your dedication and passion truly shine through! View game photos here.
The Bulldog spirit can also be seen at any number of events throughout the week, as fall athletics are in full swing. Regardless of the sport -- football, volleyball, tennis, cross country or water polo -- our students at the junior highs and high school really appreciate your support. You can see this week's schedule below in the La Porte Lineup, or visit the athletics website. We are also pleased to announce the LPHS Student All Sports Pass, which will gain students entry into an unlimited number of home athletic events (excluding varsity football or playoff games) throughout the 2024-25 school year for $20. Scroll for more information and a link to purchase the pass.
Superintendent Shout-outs
- Mega shout-out to our Bulldog football players, band and color guard performers, Chatos, cheerleaders and student trainers for your superb representation of Bulldog Nation at the annual Border Battle.
- Huge kudos also go to the many parent volunteers who assist our players and performers on a weekly basis. Our students are able to exhibit excellence because of your commitment.
- Anytime our students travel, our bus drivers are the ones who get them there and home safely and on time. Please join me in thanking our Transportation Department and our dedicated drivers.
- A huge kudos and thanks to the most dedicated hometown fans I have ever had the pleasure to be a part of. I was beaming with pride this past Friday night as I witnessed the support and sportsmanship of La Porte fans.
Finally, did you know that the La Porte Education Foundation has given more than $2.8 million in classroom grants over the past 30 years? These grants are for innovative and instructional "extras" that enrich the quality of education for La Porte ISD students. The Foundation's continued success depends greatly on the support of our community through donations and participation in such events as the 2024 La Porte Education Foundation Gala at the Galveston Island Convention Center (San Luis Resort) on September 14. The keynote speaker is La Porte's own J.B. Sauceda, the new host of Texas Country Reporter. Please consider joining us at this annual fundraiser event. (Scan the QR code below.) If you are unable to attend, there are other ways to support the Foundation. Check out their website or call 281-604-7038.
The 2024-2025 school year is off to a wonderful start, thanks to the collective efforts of our students, parents and staff. Your support has been instrumental in setting a strong foundation for success as we continue to strive for excellence and ensure the best possible experience for our students. Thank you for your continued partnership and enthusiasm!
In your service,
Walter Jackson, Ed.D.
Superintendent of Schools
