Leverett’s Chapel Independent School District

Due to the forecast of inclement weather on Tuesday, March 4th, the Pre-UIL band trip has been canceled. It has been rescheduled for Wednesday, March 26th.

Pep Squad Registration for 25-26

LC Community- We want to congratulate Senior Pitcher Carson Ford and the Leverett's Chapel Baseball Team on their dominant performance last week against New Summerfield! Carson delivered an outstanding game, leading the team to a 21-0 victory. His stats speak for themselves: 3 innings pitched 9 strikeouts 1 walk 0 hits allowed He also achieved an immaculate inning (3 strikeouts on 9 pitches) in the first and pitched a no-hitter! Way to go, Carson and the LC Baseball Team! Keep up the great work! Go Lions!

LC Community- Congratulations to the 2025-2026 Leverett’s Chapel Junior High Cheer Squad! Leverett’s Chapel ISD is thrilled to congratulate the newest members of the Junior High Cheer Squad for the 2025-2026 school year! Avery Cedillo Kamila Orta Kinley Stephenson Layla Lonaker Melitsa Castillo Jordyn Paige Martin These talented athletes represent the future of Leverett’s Chapel cheerleading, and we couldn’t be prouder! We can’t wait to see them shine and bring their energy to the sidelines. Congratulations to all—we're ready to see you perform! Go Lions!

We have had some minor changes to the baseball schedule. Please see the attached updated schedule.

LC Community- We would like to congratulate our Leverett’s Chapel Girls’ Powerlifters who have qualified for the Regional Competition! Regionals will take place on Friday, February 28th, in Commerce at 4:00 PM. Regional Rankings: Layla Neumeister (105 Class) • Squat: 135 lbs • Bench: 75 lbs • Deadlift: 150 lbs • Ranked: 9th in Region Laina Hayes (114 Class) • Squat: 225 lbs • Bench: 105 lbs • Deadlift: 265 lbs • Ranked: 3rd in Region Palynn Butler (198 Class) • Squat: 245 lbs • Bench: 175 lbs • Deadlift: 295 lbs • Ranked: 7th in Region Bayleigh Holt (220 Class) • Squat: 250 lbs • Bench: 140 lbs • Deadlift: 235 lbs • Ranked: 12th in Region Great Job Lady Lions!!

LC Community- Congratulations to our boys' powerlifters who have qualified for the Regional competition! Regionals will take place on Friday & Saturday, March 7-8 in Queen City. Current Results & Regional Status: Trent Wheat – 198 Class • Squat: 470 lbs • Bench: 240 lbs • Deadlift: 510 lbs • 5th in Region Hayden Crews – 123 Class • Squat: 185 lbs • Bench: 140 lbs • Deadlift: 260 lbs • 10th in Region Christus Smith – 123 Class • Squat: 320 lbs • Bench: 205 lbs • Deadlift: 325 lbs • 2nd in Region Go Lions!

LC Community- Our students had an outstanding week at the 56th Annual Rusk County Youth Project Show (RCYPS), showcasing their hard work, dedication, and craftsmanship. We kicked off the week with a huge success as Mackenzie Hayes won Reserve Champion with her market lamb. She followed that up with another impressive achievement, earning Class Reserve Champion for her Ferris Wheel Planter, which also placed 12th in the sale. Jasmin Barber had a fantastic showing as well, making the sale and placing 24th with her Outdoor Tiki Hut. Chris Smith and Laina Hayes also did an incredible job, presenting their well-crafted Ornamental Windmill and Bench Planter, respectively. These students have worked tirelessly, braving cold temperatures and long hours to perfect their projects. A special thank you to Mr. Tidwell and Mr. Hart for their guidance and encouragement throughout this process. We also want to recognize the parents of these students—your dedication and involvement make these successes possible. Congratulations to all of our students on a fantastic RCYPS! Go Lions!

LC Community- One of my greatest joys as Superintendent is recognizing and celebrating the successes and achievements of our current students. Watching them grow, learn, and accomplish their goals is truly inspiring. However, I don’t want our recognition to stop at graduation. I have been part of the LC community for 22 years, and over the years, I have seen so many of our former students go on to achieve incredible things in their lives. Their successes—big and small—deserve to be celebrated just as much. Graduating from LC doesn’t mean you stop being part of our family; in many ways, it makes your connection even more meaningful. After all, our mission as a school is to prepare students for life beyond our walls, and seeing that preparation come to fruition is something truly special. With that in mind, I want to expand our celebrations to include our alumni. If you or someone you know graduated from LC and is doing exceptional things, I would love to hear about it and share their story with our community. Please don’t hesitate to reach out—there’s no achievement too small to recognize! You can contact me via email at meverett@leverettschapelisd.net or reach me personally at 903-808-0182. I look forward to hearing from you and celebrating the incredible legacy of our LC graduates. Go Lions!

LC Community- Big Congratulations to Senior Mackenzie Hayes! Leverett's Chapel ISD is proud to congratulate our senior, Mackenzie Hayes, for being awarded Reserve Champion Market Lamb at the Rusk County Youth Project Show (RCYPS) in Henderson, Texas. She earned this honor today, and we couldn’t be more proud! Mackenzie will be attending Stephen F. Austin State University, where she plans to major in Agricultural Development and minor in Animal Science, with the goal of becoming an Agricultural Science Teacher. Great job, Mackenzie! We can't wait to see all the amazing things you accomplish. Go Lions!

LC Community- Last night, the Leverett’s Chapel Board of Trustees unanimously voted to make something very special official. It is both deeply personal to me and meaningful to the entire Board that we take this step in honoring Coach Wes McWhorter and Mrs. Terry Robins. Taken from us far too soon, Coach McWhorter and Mrs. Terry dedicated their lives to the students and families of Leverett’s Chapel. They always went above and beyond, never hesitating to lend a hand—whether in the classroom, cafeteria, ballfields, or concession stands. No matter the time or place, you could always count on them to be there, supporting, encouraging, and caring for everyone around them. Even as we approach eight years since their passing, their impact, love, and spirit remain strong. The Board and I wanted to ensure that their names would always be remembered, their dedication forever honored, and their legacy permanently woven into the heart of our community. Please share and tag others who knew and loved them. Let’s make sure their legacy reaches every corner of our community. They will always be a part of Leverett’s Chapel—a part of our story, our history, and most of all, our family. They will forever be Lions. Go Lions!

LC Community- Our Junior High campus has once again achieved 100% attendance! This is an incredible accomplishment, and I want to commend our students, parents, and staff for their commitment to education. Attendance is the foundation of learning and success. We cannot grow, achieve, or reach our full potential if we are not in school. Let’s keep this momentum going! Thank you to our students for showing up and putting in the effort, and to our parents for supporting their education. Great job, everyone—let’s keep it up! Go Lions!

LC Community- It is with great pride that we recognize Lana Dean as Leverett’s Chapel Educator of the Month, an honor presented by Patterson Kilgore. Lana has been a dedicated member of our LC family for 20 years, contributing in various roles—from working in the cafeteria to serving as a bus driver—before excelling in her current role as a Special Education Paraprofessional. Beyond her commitment to our students, Lana is also an LC graduate from the Class of 1978, making her impact on our school community even more special. We deeply appreciate her dedication, kindness, and tireless efforts in shaping the lives of our students. A special thank you to Patterson Kilgore, our new partners, for their support of our school and community. Their commitment to recognizing outstanding educators highlights their dedication beyond just selling cars—they truly invest in the people of East Texas. Whether you're looking for a new or pre-owned vehicle, expert service, or a stress-free car-buying experience, Patterson Kilgore has you covered. With a reputation for exceptional customer service, fair pricing, and a vast selection of quality vehicles, they are the go-to destination for all your automotive needs. To learn more about their inventory, financing options, or service department, visit www.pattersonkilgore.com. Thank you, Lana, for your dedication, and thank you to Patterson Kilgore for helping us celebrate the heart of our school—our amazing educators! Go Lions!

LC Community- After two tough weeks of flu, colds, earaches, sore throats, and all sorts of illnesses, I’m thrilled to share that LCISD had an outstanding student attendance of 98.35% yesterday! I know it hasn’t been easy, but we’ve pushed through together. Let’s keep promoting good attendance, strengthening our partnership, and encouraging our kiddos to be in school whenever they can. Now, let’s just hope this yucky weather today doesn’t throw us another curveball! (Wouldn’t that be just our luck? ) Thank you all for your dedication and support! Go Lions!

📣 Exciting news, Leverett’s Chapel community! Join me, Mr. Everett, for Coffee with the Superintendent this Friday, February 14h from 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM in the Board Room! ☕✨ It’s a great opportunity to fellowship, discuss our goals, and celebrate the amazing achievements of our students! I encourage everyone to come for meaningful conversations about our school district. Go Lions! 🦁❤️

LC Community- Congratulations to the Leverett's Chapel High School Boys Powerlifting Team on an outstanding performance at the Union Grove Powerlifting Meet! Great job, boys! Your hard work and dedication are paying off! Hayden brought home 2nd place, with a 185lb squat, 140lb bench, and 260lb deadlift, totaling 585 lbs. He is now 4th in the region—keep pushing, Hayden! Chris dominated his division, placing 1st! He lifted an impressive 300lb squat, 205lb bench, and 325lb deadlift, for a total of 830 lbs. He now sits at 1st in the region—way to go, Chris! Dewaylon finished 5th in his weight class, showcasing major progress with a 315lb squat, 200lb bench, and 330lb deadlift, totaling 845 lbs. He moved up from #60 to #35 in the region—a huge improvement, Dewaylon! Trent took home 2nd place in his weight class with a massive 415lb squat, 250lb bench, and 475lb deadlift, bringing his total to 1140 lbs. He now sits at 10th in the region—great work, Trent! Keep pushing and setting new records! Go Lions!

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the senior parent meeting scheduled for tomorrow night has been RESCHEDULED to next Wednesday, February 19th at 6 P.M.

LC Community- I want to take a moment and brag about the outstanding performances displayed by our students at the UIL Region 21 Solo & Ensemble Music Contest last Friday. A special congratulations to De’Waylon Brown for qualifying for the Texas State Solo & Ensemble Contest in xylophone! This is an incredible accomplishment, as he is only the third LC student in the last 22 years to qualify for State! The contest will take place in May, with further details to be announced. Way to go, De’Waylon! Thank you to our Band Director, Amanda Johnson, and Assistant Band Director, Ralph Deveraux, for their dedication and guidance in helping our students succeed! UIL Solo & Ensemble Results: Junior High: ✅ Bella Laguna – First Division Flute ✅ Kamila Orta – First Division Clarinet ✅ Kathia Barrera – First Division Bass Clarinet ✅ Jeronimo DeLeon – First Division Alto Sax ✅ Avery Cedillo – First Division Flute ✅ Wynter Walker – First Division Flute ✅ Maria Morales – First Division Flute ✅ Gavin SanRoman – First Division Baritone ✅ Camo Nicholas – First Division Tuba ✅ Dustyn Cedillo – First Division Percussion High School: ✅ Miguel Salas – First Division Alto Sax ✅ Palynn Butler – First Division Baritone ✅ Armando Chavez – First Division Percussion ✅ Thomas Johnson – First Division Percussion ✅ Zoe Lucas – First Division Percussion ✅ DeWaylon Brown – First Division Percussion ✅ Maria Contreras, Itzel Mata & Deysi Perez – First Division Flute Trio Additional Recognitions: ⭐ Kaiven Quinalty – Second Division Tuba ⭐ Davis (Bubba) Tryon – Second Division Trumpet ⭐ Evan Lucas – Second Division Tenor Sax ⭐ Lacie Hayes – Second Division Alto Sax ⭐ Helen Harrison – Third Division Alto Sax We are beyond proud of each of you! Keep reaching for the stars and making beautiful music! Go Lions! #UILRegion21 #ProudOfOurMusicians #HardWorkPaysOff #LCBand

LC Community- Help me wish Good Luck to Dewaylon Brown, Paylynn Butler, Armando Chavez, Maria Contreras, Helen Harrison, Lacie Hayes, Thomas Johnson, Evan Lucas, Zoe Lucas, Itzel Mata, Deysi Perez, Kaiven Quinalty, Miguel Salas, Bubba Tryon, Kathia Barrera, Avery Cedillo, Dustyn Cedillo, Jeronimo DeLeon, Bella Laguna, Maria Morales, Camo Nicholas, Kamila Orta, Gavin SanRoman, and Wynter Walker as they take the stage today at the UIL Region 21 Solo & Small Ensemble Music Contest in Lindale! No matter the results, you are already winners. Believe in yourselves and enjoy the experience! Go Lions! #GoodLuck #UILRegion21 #ProudOfYou #MusicMatters

LC Community, I want to take a moment to highlight the incredible dedication and achievement of our 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade math students, as well as the outstanding leadership of their teacher, Coach Hughes. In addition to tackling a rigorous math curriculum—covering over 90% of TEKS and already working through their final unit of the year—our students have been putting in tremendous effort on IXL. Their results speak for themselves: ✅ 162,708 math questions completed ✅ 2,194 different skills practiced ✅ 1,115 skills listed as proficient ✅ 942 skills mastered ✅ 93.7% proficiency rating! These numbers are not just statistics; they represent the commitment, perseverance, and hard work of our students. Their drive to excel is inspiring, and we couldn’t be prouder! Go Lions!!