JC/LISD Academy

Thinking about applying to the JC/LISD Academy but didn’t hit “submit” in time?

Good news: we’ve extended the application deadline through August 1st for one final round of applications.

This is your chance to join a high school experience that’s personalized, supportive, and designed to help you grow.

Whether you were still deciding or just missed the original deadline—this extension is for you.

Don’t wait. Apply today at lisd.us/academy

Creativity in progress! Our students are teaming up on a fun art project, and it’s already looking awesome. The final piece drops next week, but we had to share a little sneak peek...

📸 Smiles. Celebrations. Snapshots of Success. From award nights to hands-on classroom moments, the LISD photo gallery is packed with memories worth reliving! Whether you're looking for your favorite ceremony pic or just want to see the incredible things happening across the LISD—this is your go-to spot. 👉 Take a look and find yourself in the fun: https://www.lisd.us/page/photos

☕🍰🎭 Coffee, Cakes & Comedy is almost here... Did you grab your tickets yet? 👀 Expect laughs, treats, and a whole lot of improv fun from our talented JC/LISD Academy students! Don’t miss it!

Today we cried, we laughed, and then we laughed some more. Our seniors brought the wisdom, the memories, and the gratitude—and totally stole the show. They dropped advice for future students, gave shoutouts to the people who made an impact, and we took a walk down memory lane with an epic slideshow. Their teachers, counselors, and staff were all in their feels watching it unfold. We seriously can’t believe how close we are to graduation. This crew of six is something special—check out a few photos from today's Senior Celebration.

🌲👟She’s got hiking boots and leadership chops—Happy Principal’s Day to Kim Dusseau! 👟🌲 Kim might love her time up north, but around here she’s the heartbeat of the Academy. Whether she’s supporting staff, guiding students, or juggling her many roles with ease, Kim shows up with positivity, heart, and a whole lot of dedication. As one staff member said, “Her hard work and support for us as educators does not go unnoticed.” Another shared, “Kim’s heroic efforts have produced tangible results!” And we all agree with this one: “She’s helped make the Academy such a positive and uplifting place to be.” Thanks, Kim, for going above and beyond every day. We’re lucky to have you leading the way!

We would like to give a REAL Shoutout to the following students for their Responsibility, Excellence, positive Attitude, and Leadership! Alyiah Rivera Callie McKenzie Zoelle Blackmon Brooklyn Archer Jason Mullins Zoey Sierer Zoe Ostermyer Madison McWilliams Karsen Tabbert – Not pictured Garrett Smith - Not pictured

Congratulations to Zoey Sierer, recipient of the Jackson College Scholarship at the 37th Annual MLK Community Celebration.

The JC/LISD Academy will be closed on Tuesday, 1/21 and Wednesday, 1/22 due to weather. Stay warm!

All local districts will be closed on Tuesday, 1/21 and Wednesday, 1/22 due to weather. As a result, all LISD student programs will also be closed (except Project SEARCH and MSC). Buildings will remain open. Stay warm!

We would like to give a REAL Shoutout to the following students for their Responsibility, Excellence, positive Attitude, and Leadership! Jason Mullins Carsen Wonders Michael Lehsten Logan Rawlings Benjamin Marsh Gavin Nichols Rio Ochoa Laila Seeburger Aaliyah Rivera Melody Snyder Cole Gilbert

The following Academy students were presented with an award for TRADES (formerly work habits) during the first marking period of the 2024-2025 school year at the LISD TECH Center. Positive TRADES are a key component of LISD TECH Center curriculum constituting 15% of the students’ grades. These students have demonstrated teamwork, responsibility, attitude, dependability, effort, and safety in their respective programs. Accounting - James Gregory Education Careers - Lilian Robinson Engineering, Robotics, and Mechatronics - Cole Gilbert Exercise Science and Sports Medicine - Aaliyah Rivera Natural Resources - Megan Nadeau Congratulations students!