Lancaster ISD

10/15/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to shine a spotlight on the unique voices and experiences of Hispanic/Latino Americans and recognize their history, journeys, and achievements. An experimental physicist, Luis Álvarez joined the Manhattan Project in 1943, which is known for producing the first atomic bombs. The transformational scientist went on to win the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1968. Álvarez is also credited in collaboration with his son, Walter Álvarez, for creating the hypothesis that dinosaurs went extinct 65 million years ago because of an asteroid.

10/15/2026

October 14, 2026 has been proclaimed as Texas Education Human Resources Day, a day set aside to recognize and honor the important contributions made by school staff who work in human resources.

Human resources staff work hard each day to make sure our schools are staffed with high-quality employees and that those employees have a good work environment.

10/12/2026

Latinos and Latinas continue to shape our nation as business owners, activists, artists, public servants, and more. Born in New York City to Puerto Rican parents, Justice Sotomayor broke boundaries in 2009 when she became the first Latina and third woman to serve on the Supreme Court of the United States.

10/11/2026

Leadership and learning go together!! txEDCON 2026 was a great statewide gathering of public education decision-makers. It was a wonderful time to connect, collaborate, and exchange ideas!

Texas Association of School Boards

10/08/2026

Tonight, orange supports blue! Check out the Lancaster High School DC3 Dance Ensemble during halftime of the Dallas Cowboys game, October 8.

10/07/2026

Latinas and Latinos have always held significant roles throughout our country’s history. Miranda is an award-winning composer, playwright, and actor known for being the creator and original star of Broadway’s Tony-winning musicals “Hamilton” and “In the Heights.” He continues to be a leader in the entertainment industry through his involvement in projects such as Disney’s “Moana” and “Encanto.” Miranda remains active in his efforts to increase the representation of people of color.

10/07/2026

Order your Homecoming 2026 t-shirt! The deadline is Friday, October 9, 2026. https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/3160192/

10/06/2026

WEBO Nation it’s National Night Out! Join us!!

🚨🎉 TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT, LANCASTER! 🎉🚨

The City of Lancaster’s National Night Out Block Party is happening TONIGHT, and you definitely don’t want to miss it! 🙌🏽

Get ready for an evening filled with food, games, bounce houses, music, dancing and great community fun! Plus, enjoy a special appearance by the Lancaster Tiger Band — the Baddest Band in the Land! 🐯🎶

📅 Tonight, October 6
⏰ 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍 Lancaster Public Safety Building
100 Craig Shaw Memorial Parkway

To help everyone plan accordingly, please review the event details before heading out. We can’t wait to see you, your family and friends tonight! ❤️💙

Lancaster, let’s make National Night Out one to remember! 🎉

10/06/2026

Order your Homecoming 2026 t-shirt! The deadline is quickly approaching!!
💻 For details on t-shirt orders, the parade, community pep rally, and game day tailgating, visit: https://www.lancasterisd.org/article/3160192

10/05/2026

From Lancaster's Joseph Hairston to Wylie's Daylon Gordon, we've got some local stars you should keep your eye on in Week 7 of season👀

Read about each one in the comments 🔽