The eLeader

Website: lpisd.org
Location: 1002 San Jacinto Street, La Porte, TX, USA
Phone: 281-604-7000

Greetings, La Porte ISD Family.

Today is a great day to be a Bulldog! Can you believe it's October already? Please join me in celebrating our wonderful principals as this is National Principals Month. They arrive early and stay late to ensure that our instructional staff has the support necessary continue La Porte ISD's legacy of academic excellence. We look forward to celebrating our campus principals throughout the month.

The Bulldogs' 34-27 overtime homecoming win over Kingwood Park on Friday was one for the ages, as they moved to 4-0 in district play! Watch the game winning touchdown here. This Friday is a holiday for students and teachers, but our Bulldogs football team, band, Chatos, cheerleaders and student athletic trainers will travel to Port Arthur for a 7 p.m. game against Memorial. Earlier that day, we will honor our 2023 Distinguished Alumni and Citizen class with a special luncheon at the Bulldog Centre, followed by the Lady Dawgs Volleyball team hosting matches against Texas City.

Superintendent Shout-outs

• Two La Porte High School alums received high honors last week. Terrel Bernard, a Buffalo Bills linebacker, was named the AFC Defensive Player of the Week after he recorded seven tackles (five of them solo), two sacks, an interception and a fumble recovery in the Bills win over Washington. Former Bulldogs golfer Nick Canales was named the Mid-America Golfer of the Week after shooting a 10-under-par 62 at the Missouri Southern Fall Classic as a member of the University of Central Oklahoma Golf Team. He tied two school records in the process.
• Congratulations to Leo A. Rizzuto fifth-grader Elliana Bernstein, whose artwork was selected as the logo for the 2023 LEPC Health and Safety Fair, which was attended by more than 1,500 people on Sept. 23. (See the logo below.)
  
• Finally, Bulldogs Head Football Coach Kevin Berneathy was recognized as the Houston Texans Coach of the week. Along with this well-deserved honor, the Texans Foundation presented Berneathy with a check for $2,500 to be used in the football program. (See some video clips from the surprise presentation below.)
  
  

Have a great week!

Walter Jackson, Ed.D.

Superintendent of Schools

Oct. 2 – National Custodial Appreciation Day

Oct. 3 – National Night Out, 6-8 p.m. @ 3001 N. 23rd St.
Oct. 5 – World Teachers' Day
Oct. 5, 6 & 9 – Student Holidays

Oct. 6 & 9 – Teacher Holidays
Oct. 6 – National Coaches Day

GT Parent Night was not just an event; it was an empowering experience for all involved. Parents, as well as teachers and administrators, joined forces to create an atmosphere of support and encouragement for our gifted students. The event was a platform for parents to learn more about the GT program, its benefits, and the opportunities it provides for their children's academic and personal growth.

La Porte ISD's GT program has long been recognized for its excellence, and GT Parent Night was an opportunity to shine a spotlight on the incredible work being done. Parents had the chance to interact with GT educators, ask questions, and gain insights into the program's curriculum, enrichment activities, and the strategies employed to nurture the potential of gifted students.

What truly made GT Parent Night exceptional was the sense of community that permeated the event. Parents, teachers, administrators, and students all came together with a shared commitment to nurturing the unique talents of our gifted learners. The support and enthusiasm shown by the La Porte ISD community were palpable, emphasizing the importance of providing these students with an environment in which they can thrive.

As the evening concluded, the resounding message was clear: La Porte ISD is dedicated to fostering the potential of its gifted and talented students. GT Parent Night served as a reminder that, through collaborative efforts, we can provide the resources and support necessary to help these young minds reach their full potential. It was a night of empowerment, inspiration, and community, reaffirming the district's commitment to nurturing the bright minds that will shape the future. With such overwhelming support, La Porte ISD's gifted and talented program is destined for continued success and growth.

Congratulations and many thanks to Police Sgt. Matt Novosad who, after many years of service to La Porte ISD, is taking on a new role at the La Porte Police Department, where he is also being promoted to the rank of lieutenant. Also, congratulations to Sgt. Brian Larkey, who has taken over for Novosad as the district's school resource officer supervisor. Sgt. Larkey is a familiar face to students and staff, as he has been an SRO here for many years. Did you know that police officers and security personnel are on every La Porte ISD campus– every day? Also, the La Porte Police Department conducts daily perimeter patrols at our schools.

Ms. Brenda Valenzuela is the prekindergarten bilingual teacher at College Park Elementary School. She engages her students in STEM-based activities in a small group. This activity not only fosters a deep understanding of STEM concepts but also develops their language acquisition and social skills. We are so glad she chose to teach at La Porte ISD!

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