At Longview ISD, we believe our schools are more than buildings — they are stories, legacies, and opportunities for generations to come. That’s why we launched our new video series, Built By the Bond, to showcase how the 2024 voter-approved bond is not only improving facilities, but also celebrating the people and community behind the progress.
Today, we’re proud to release Episode 2: “Full Court Circle” — a web-only exclusive community spotlight now streaming at: : https://www.longviewisd.com/page/bond-updates .
This episode highlights one of our own: Mr. Ryan Carroll, Principal at Forest Park Middle School. Ryan grew up right here in Longview, starred as a Lobo basketball player, and was recruited to play at TCU before continuing his career overseas. Now, he’s come full circle — back in the very district that shaped him — to lead, guide, and inspire the next generation of Lobos.
“Every time we share a story like Ryan Carroll’s, we are reminded that the bond is about more than bricks and mortar — it’s about building futures,” said Dr. Marla Sheppard, Superintendent of Longview ISD. “We are deeply grateful to our community for supporting this vision.”
Episode 2 is only the beginning! More Built By the Bond stories are on the way, highlighting projects across the district and the people connected to them. Up next: a special lobo spotlight on the new softball field at Longview High School, with interviews that take us behind the scenes from design to dreams fullfilled.
Watch “Full Court Circle” today at: https://www.longviewisd.com/page/bond-updates Follow along as we continue to share new episodes, community stories, and project updates made possible by your support.
Together, we are #BuiltByTheBond.