Judson STEAM Academy is excited to recognize Brayden Varnell as Teacher of the Year! 🎉
Mr. Varnell brings energy, innovation, and a student-first mindset to everything he does. His ability to connect with students and spark a love for learning truly sets him apart.
Because of educators like him, our students are encouraged to think bigger, work harder, and reach their full potential.
Congratulations on this well-earned honor, Mr. Varnell! 👏
We are incredibly proud to celebrate five outstanding students who represented Longview ISD at the Texas Science & Engineering Fair (TXSEF) this past weekend at Texas A&M University!
Three students from Judson Middle School and two from Foster Middle School earned the distinction of State Finalists, competing among more than 1,200 projects across 22 categories—an incredible accomplishment.
👏 A special congratulations to Kapil Vattikuti, a 6th grader at Foster Middle School, who earned a Special Award from Science Toy Magic along with a $150 cash prize!
We are so proud of these students for their hard work, dedication, and passion for science. Way to represent Longview ISD! 💚🐺
At Longview ISD, your voice matters. We’re inviting families, staff, and community members to take a short survey to help us continue improving our schools. 💬
Anonymous responses 🔒
Results will be shared 📊
Take the survey here: https://form.jotform.com/longviewisd/ccc
🏆 State Qualifiers:
👏 Caleb Pevey – Judson STEAM Academy
“Do You Like Cold Drinks?”
👏 Zoe Gonzales & Brooklyn Warren – Judson STEAM Academy
“The Stroop Effect: The Difficulty Behind Colors and Words”
👏 Aaradhya Saridena – Foster Middle School
“Microplastic Removal with Ferrofluid”
👏 Kapil Vattikuti – Foster Middle School
“Bioplastics: A Sustainable Future for Plastics”
Congratulations to these outstanding students and their teachers for their hard work, curiosity, and dedication. We’re cheering you on as you head to state! 💚🐺
Even better, three of our campuses also earned Honor Roll recognition:
⭐ Judson STEAM Academy
⭐ Foster Middle School
⭐ Hudson PEP Elementary School
This recognition is based on objective student achievement data and highlights excellence in reading, writing, math, and science.
We’re proud of our students, staff, and families who continue to raise the bar across our entire district. GO LOBOS! 💚🐺
Weather Update 🌨️ All campuses and offices are CLOSED Monday, January 26. We will reassess conditions and share an update following our Emergency Weather Procedures as seen here: https://www.longviewisd.com/page/emergency-weather-procedures
Weather Update 🔎🌨️❄️ We are monitoring upcoming weather conditions for this weekend and any potential impacts to school operations next week. If a delay, early release, or closure becomes necessary, we will communicate as early as possible through phone/text/email, the Longview ISD app, our website, and Facebook.
Want to know how weather decisions are made? Our Emergency Weather Procedures page explains the process and what we consider:
longviewisd.com/weather
✅ Reminder: Please make sure your contact information is up to date with your child’s campus so you receive alerts.
Choose LISD is officially OPEN for 2026–2027! 🎉 Families can now submit applications at chooselisd.org to choose the best-fit campus for their child.
Application Windows
🗓️ Round 1: Jan 6–Feb 13
🗓️ Round 2: Mar 16–Apr 30
Students attending a campus outside their attendance zone—including Out-of-District transfers, Choice applicants, and ALL Hudson PEP students—must complete a Choose LISD application.
For all the information about enrollment all in one place, visit longviewisd.com/enroll 🔗
We can’t wait to help your family explore all that Longview ISD has to offer! 💚📚
Theme: “Be an Upstander – Choose Kindness Every Day!”
Join us as we come together to stand up against bullying and promote kindness, respect, and unity across our campus! Each day during Anti-Bullying Awareness Week, students will participate in special activities during lunch, themed dress-up days, and morning announcements.
Here’s what’s happening each day:
Monday – Kickoff & Awareness (“Be an Upstander”)
Students wear blue to show peace and solidarity. Students will sign our Pledge Banner in the cafeteria or hallway, promising to stand against bullying.
💗 Tuesday – Kindness Counts (“Kindness is Contagious”)
Students wear pink and take part in a Kindness Challenge, like smiling at five people or holding the door open. Acts of kindness will be shared on our Random Acts of Kindness Board in the main hallway.
🧡 Wednesday – Unity Day (“We Stand Together”)
Everyone wears orange, the national color for bullying prevention! During lunch, students will join a Mix-It-Up Lunch, sitting with new friends and using icebreaker cards to build connections.
💙 Thursday – Respect & Inclusion (“Respect All, Exclude None”)
It’s Twin Day! Students are encouraged to coordinate with a friend to show unity and inclusion. Teachers will hand out “Caught Being Kind” tickets for kind actions—students can enter these in a special raffle!
💙 Friday – Celebration & Reflection (“Blue Devil Pride: We Choose Kindness”)
We’ll wrap up the week with School Spirit Day! Students wear school colors to show their pride and commitment to kindness.
Together, we can make a difference—be an upstander, not a bystander!
Tuesday, October 21 | 5:00 PM | Judson STEAM Academy
Judson STEAM Academy is proud to host Heritage Night, an evening dedicated to celebrating the rich cultures, traditions, and stories that make up our diverse school community. Families, students, and staff are invited to join us for a night of food, music, performances, and connection.
The celebration will kick off at 5:00 PM, where guests can grab a plate and enjoy a variety of foods representing the cultures within our community—tacos, soul food, and traditional snacks are already on the menu, with more dishes welcome as families contribute to the feast.
The evening’s schedule will feature a lineup of performances by our talented students, including the JSA Choir, Astros Tejanos, Majorettes, and other student groups. There will also be a Fashion Show where participants can show off cultural attire, followed by a lively Dance Party (Hora Loca) to close out the night!
Families and students are encouraged to dress to represent their heritage or culture. In addition, teachers and students will create a centerpiece display that tells their cultural story. These centerpieces can be as simple or elaborate as they like—just a creative reflection of what makes your heritage special.
Heritage Night is more than an event—it’s a chance for our school community to connect, share our stories, and build trust through understanding and celebration. We can’t wait to see you there!
Get the full scoop on everything the Board approved Monday night ⬇️
🔗 https://www.longviewisd.com/article/2319986
#LongviewISD #TXed #SchoolBoard #EducationMatters
📢 Calling all NEW, incoming Judson students - Check out the details below for our New Student Orientation and House Sort Event that will take place on August 5th! We will open with an informational meeting for out parents and students, then break out to smaller groups to learn everything about JSA and how to get this year kicked off as a brand new Blue Devil! We can't wait to meet you at Judson STEAM Academy where Blue is ALWAYS the BEST!
