My three years in Little Elm ISD were the final chapter of my career in public education, and the beginning of a lasting connection to this community. I served as co-principal at Lakeside Middle School from 2019–2020 and principal at Strike Middle School from 2020–2022. Then, my husband and I bought a home in the district in 2025. Today, I am proud to continue serving as a board member of the Little Elm ISD Education Foundation. After more than 25 years as an educator and sch

Written by: Dr. Lowell H. Strike As Superintendent of Little Elm ISD, I believed one of our greatest responsibilities was to ensure every student could experience individual success at the highest level possible. When students walked across the graduation stage to receive their LEISD diplomas, we, as a district, needed to ensure we never lacked what our students needed to have every opportunity for future success. One key to student success for every child was ensuring our te

Homecoming is always a special time in Little Elm, but this year’s tailgate on September 11, 2026, was one for the history books. Lobos from near and far gathered to relive old memories, make new ones, and celebrate the enduring spirit that makes our community unique. Attendees of Alumni Association Homecoming Tailgate pose for a photo Highlighting Half a Century: The Class of 1976 A major highlight of the evening was honoring the Class of 1976 on their milestone 50th Class R

District employees gather to celebrate the installation of the "Rooted in Love" artwork at Zellars Early Childhood Learning Center. What began as a live painting during our 2024 Convocation ceremony has now become a lasting symbol of growth, generosity, and the heart of our Lobo community. During Convocation, Little Elm High School art teacher Kelly Sutherland created a captivating piece titled “Rooted for Growth” live on stage. Rather than keeping the masterpiece, Mrs. Suthe

Serving as a Little Elm ISD Trustee and School Board Liaison to the Little Elm ISD Education Foundation gives me the opportunity to see firsthand the impact our community can have on our schools, teachers and students. The Education Foundation helps turn great ideas into real opportunities. Through innovative teaching grants, scholarships, special programs and community partnerships, the Foundation provides resources that can extend beyond the district’s regular operating bud

Yesterday was a pristine day on the greens at The Tribute Golf Links as community members, local business partners, and avid golfers came together for the Little Elm ISD Education Foundation’s annual golf tournament. While final numbers are still rolling in, we are thrilled to announce that yesterday’s event raised $17,500! Every dollar goes directly toward supporting Little Elm ISD teachers and students through innovative classroom grants, student scholarships, and education

There is nothing quite like the energy of a fresh school year, and this morning was no exception. We had a wonderful, breezy morning celebrating our incredible Little Elm ISD educators and staff at this year’s Convocation! Convocation is always a highlight of the back-to-school season—a chance for the entire LEISD family to come together, share a few laughs, reconnect after the summer, and get energized before the first school bell rings. Key leaders from our board of directo

It was a beautiful night for baseball, community spirit, and celebrating local education! The Little Elm ISD Education Foundation (LEISDEF) had the incredible honor of being featured as the Community Spotlight during a recent Frisco RoughRiders game at Riders Field. Thanks to our amazing community partners at CoServ, our team had an unforgettable evening highlighting the mission of LEISDEF and cheering on the 'Riders! Pitch Perfect: Executive Director Sarah Allen Takes the

At the Little Elm ISD Education Foundation (LEISDEF), our mission centers on creating life-changing opportunities for our students and educators. Today, we are thrilled to share an incredible milestone: The CoServ Charitable Foundation (CCF) has awarded LEISDEF a $30,000 grant! This generous contribution represents an exciting step forward in our partnership. CCF increased its grant funding from $25,000 last year to $30,000 this year, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to

There is nothing quite like the energy of heading back to school—fresh supplies, catching up with friends, and the anticipation of a brand-new academic year. This past weekend, our team was thrilled to participate in the annual Little Elm ISD Back to School Bash. It was an incredible morning filled with community spirit, smiling faces, and a shared goal: making sure every student in Little Elm ISD enters the classroom feeling confident and ready to learn. Board members, Larry