Lubbock ISD Summer Theatre Camp
June 3 -7, 2024
Lubbock ISD has been honored for the ninth year in a row with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education.
The Best Communities Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in efforts to provide music access and education to all students. To qualify for the Best Communities designation, Lubbock ISD answered detailed questions about funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities, support for the music program, and community music-making programs. The collective efforts of teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders-have been instrumental in making music part of a well-rounded education for every child. The unwavering commitment to creating an environment where each child can learn and grow with music.
The Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) has named Lubbock ISD a District of Distinction for the fifth year in a row!
The award is given for providing well-rounded art education programs that advocate for and integrate visual arts curriculum to inspire creativity and reach all learners. Congratulations to all the art teachers in Lubbock ISD for their work advocating for creative learning opportunities that encourage individual growth and connect students to their peers, school, and society at large.
Lubbock High School Theatre has advanced to 5A STATE One Act Play
Congratulations to the Lubbock High School company and their directors Zachery Kocurek-Gentry, Mark Gentry, and Elodie Jenkins.
A one-act play is a play that has only one act, as distinct from plays that occur over several acts. One-act plays may consist of one or more scenes. The 20-40 minute play has emerged as a popular subgenre of the one-act play, especially in writing competitions.
7th Annual Choral Sing! Lubbock ISD high school and middle school choir students showcase.
6:30 p.m. Buddy Holly Hall, Tues. April 30, 2024. Doors open 5:30pm. Auditorium open 6pm.
All donations go directly towards Lubbock ISD choral programs.
The West Texas Kodály Initiative
Join our esteemed Faculty of American and European Master Teachers this summer for an intensive two-week course, endorsed by the Organization of American Kodaly Educators. Experience what is sure to be a rich start to tour summer, both professionally and personally, with comprehensive classes in pedagogy, repertoire, musicianship, conducting and Kodaly philosophy. Refresh, renew, and find inspiration at the beautiful Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences in Lubbock, Texas!
Lubbock ISD Band and Choir All Staters
Eight band and choir students earned the recognition from the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA). The all- state performing groups represent the highest possible level of music recognition in band and choir in the state of Texas.
Band
CHS Addison Shaw- 10th Grade- Piccolo
MHS Nathaniel De Ungria, 11th grade- Bb Clarinet
MHS John McWilliams, 12th grade- Bass Trombone
EHS Justice Gonzalez, 11th Grade- Trumpet
LHS Mason Taylor, 12th grade- Oboe
Choir
CHS Landry Escobedo, 11th Grade- Tenor 2
CHS Amara Bryant 11th Grade- Soprano 1
CHS Jordan King 12th Grade- Alto 2
These students represented Lubbock ISD at the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) in San Antonio on February 8-10, 2024. All-State students participate in three days of rehearsals directed by nationally recognized conductors during the annual state TMEA Clinic/Convention. Their performances before thousands of attendees bring this extraordinary event to a close.