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Campus Newsletter 8/24-8/28

Posted Date: 08/21/26 (04:00 PM)
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Black banner with red text 'GAME ON' and white text 'No Limits! No Pause!'
A notebook displays a football play diagram next to the text 'RANGER PLAYBOOK'.
 

Friday 8/28 - Spirit Day: Wear your favorite jersey!

Friday 8/28 - Early Release @ 12:25

 

Week 2 Wins

Success in May starts now. Grades are being entered, tardies are being counted, and progress reports are just around the corner. Strong habits like being on time, completing assignments, and staying engaged each day will make all the difference at the end of the year. Let's start strong and stay strong! 💪📚

Game On, Rangers! ❤️🖤🤠

Rangers forever,

Katherine Lange
Principal

 
Organizational chart titled 'Meet the Admin Team' featuring photos and names of school administrators.
 

Please Note Updated Day

Poster for B. F. Terry High School's Open House on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
 
Terry High School logo with text 'College, Career & Military Readiness' and 'Your Future. Our Focus.'

Texas College Free Tuition Programs

Many Texas colleges and universities offer free tuition programs for eligible students. Most programs require students to:

  • Be a Texas resident
  • Be admitted to the university
  • Submit the FAFSA or TASFA by required deadlines
  • Meet income and/or academic eligibility requirements
Programs are available at universities including Texas A&M, UT Austin, UT Arlington, UTSA, Texas Tech, University of Houston, Rice, Sam Houston State, Lamar, Tarleton State, Stephen F. Austin, and many others. Students should review each university's requirements and deadlines, as funding may be limited.

Click here to learn more!
 
Red balloons shaped like the numbers 2027 are topped with a graduation cap.
Click for Senior Survival Guide
 
Counselor Corner: Player Support with pixelated hearts and retro game controller graphics.
Terry High School Counseling Department poster with counselor names, alpha splits, and phone extensions.
 
Graphic with text 'ADVANCE TO SUCCESS LIBRARY NEWS', featuring game board elements, dice, and money.
Click for Library News
 
A red flag with '#1' on it waves above a crowd of cheering silhouettes.
LCISD Athletics presents the All Sports Pass for $125, valid for all junior high and high school games except varsity football at Scherer and Traylor Stadium.
Poster announcing reserved stadium parking for LCISD Athletics, featuring the 2026 football season.
 
The text "Power UP" is displayed in colorful, bold lettering with an upward arrow.
Poster advertising "Pink Out Shirts" to support breast cancer awareness, featuring a black t-shirt with a football helmet design.
 
Poster for the LCISD Dance Go Gold Campaign for Childhood Cancer Awareness, featuring a yellow t-shirt with 'I Wear Gold' and campaign slogans.
 
A red t-shirt with the text "REDvolution" and "RESPECT THE RED" is displayed, promoting Ranger pride.
Click here to order!
 
A flyer advertises the 2026-2027 B F Terry High School Yearbook, priced at $70.00 with an order deadline of 09/18/2026.
Advertisement for B F Terry High School yearbook ads, titled 'Show Your Student How Proud You Are'.
 
Pixelated character celebrates next to a clipboard with a heart monitor and checkmark, promoting 'Player Health'.

See to Succeed Program

See Nurse Vosko for more information.
  • Permission slips due October 1st..
  • Field Trip November 5th.
 
Poster announcing 'Lunches of Love' with a red heart and text 'Coming soon! See Nurse Vosko for sign up!'
 
A red race car speeds around a track with a checkered background and the word REPEATS.

Beginning of the Year Forms

Open in Skyward Now

🚨 Action Required

Beginning-of-year forms for all Lamar CISD students must be completed online through Skyward Family Access.


  • Forms open July 27 and must be submitted by September 11.
  • Student schedules will not be available until:
  • All online forms have been completed, and
  • The campus has released schedules.
  • Students with completed forms can view their schedules beginning August 3.

✅ Don't wait! Complete your forms as soon as they open on July 27 to ensure timely access to your student's schedule and a smooth start to the school year.
Link to Skyward Family Access

Bell Schedule

B.F. Terry High School 2026-2027 Bell Schedule The graphic displays the daily bell schedule for B.F. Terry High School for the 2026-2027 school year. Student Arrival & Breakfast 7:50 a.m. – 8:20 a.m. (30 minutes) Class Periods 1st Period: 8:25 a.m. – 9:15 a.m. 2nd Period: 9:20 a.m. – 10:10 a.m. 3rd Period: 10:15 a.m. – 11:05 a.m. 4th Period: 11:05 a.m. – 12:35 p.m. Lunch During 4th Period A Lunch: 11:05 a.m. – 11:35 a.m. B Lunch: 11:35 a.m. – 12:05 p.m. C Lunch: 12:05 p.m. – 12:35 p.m. Ranger Refocus 12:35 p.m. – 1:05 p.m. (30 minutes) Afternoon Classes 5th Period: 1:10 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. 6th Period: 2:05 p.m. – 2:55 p.m. 7th Period: 3:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. Campus theme: Game On • No Limit • No Pause Terry High School 2026-2027 Bell Schedule Students may arrive beginning at 7:50 a.m. Breakfast is available from 7:50-8:20 a.m. Class Schedule 1st Period: 8:25-9:15 2nd Period: 9:20-10:10 3rd Period: 10:15-11:05 4th Period/Lunches: 11:05-12:35 A Lunch: 11:05-11:35 B Lunch: 11:35-12:05 C Lunch: 12:05-12:35 Ranger Refocus: 12:35-1:05 5th Period: 1:10-2:00 6th Period: 2:05-2:55 7th Period: 3:00-3:50 School day ends at 3:50 p.m. Theme for 2026-2027: Game On • No Limit • No Pause

Dress Code

Dress Code At a Glance

✅ Wear your student ID and keep it visible at all times.
✅ Hoodies are allowed, but hoods cannot be worn on your head inside the building.
✅ Shirts must be school-appropriate in length, language, and design.
✅ Shorts, skirts, and pants must be an appropriate length.
✅ Slides and Crocs are permitted.
❌ No slippers, house shoes, or shower shoes.
📖 See the Student Handbook for complete dress code expectations and additional details.
A graphic illustrating Terry High School's dress code, showing a stick figure with various clothing requirements.
Terry High School Rangers dress code poster illustrating acceptable attire.

Electronic Device Policy

📱 THS Device Policy

  • 1st Offense: Parent contact + phone confiscated
  • 2nd Offense: Parent contact + phone confiscated + 3 days ISS
  • 3rd Offense: Parent contact + phone confiscated + 3 days OSS
  • 4th+ Offense: Parent contact + phone confiscated + 10 days ALC + loss of UIL eligibility for the semester

THS Cell Phone Policy outlines consequences for offenses, starting with parent contact and phone confiscation. 📱 THS Device Policy
Poster detailing THS cell phone policy with consequences for violations.
Lamar CISD announces 'No Personal Communication Devices' for the 2026-2027 school year for Pre-K to 12th grade.
Poster for Lamar CISD school year 2026-2027 announcing no personal communication devices for students.

Tardy Policy

⏰ THS Tardy Policy at a Glance

  • 5 tardies: Administrator conference
  • 10 tardies: Attendance/behavior contract
  • 15 tardies: Saturday School
  • 20 tardies: 3 days ISS
  • 25 tardies: 3 days OSS
⚠️ Consequences increase as tardies accumulate. Attendance and punctuality matter!

A graphic displays the school's Tardy Policy with consequences for accumulating tardies: 5 Tardies (TAR) - Administrator Conference 10 Tardies (NON) - Attendance/Behavior Contract 15 Tardies (SP1) - 1 Day Saturday School 20 Tardies (SP2) - 3 Days ISS 25 Tardies (SP3) - 3 Days OSS
Poster titled 'Política de Llegadas Tarde' (Late Arrivals Policy) with bullet points detailing consequences: 5 llegadas tarde (TAR) - Conferencia con un administrator 10 llegadas tarde (NON) - Contrato de asistencia y comportmiento 15 llegadas tardeTardies (SP1) - 1 día de escuela en sábado 20 lledagas tarde (SP2) - 3 días de suspensión dentro de escuela 25 llegadas tarde SP3) - 3 días de supervisión fuera de la escuela
 

Transportation

🚗 General Student Parking Passes Available

Student parking passes are now on sale for $30. Use the purchase link to secure your parking pass today!

Students will select their parking spot and receive their parking tag during these times.

Spot Selection & Tag Pick-Up
August 6 & 7; 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Front Office

Required Documents (Must Be Brought to Campus When Picking Up Your Pass):


  • Student Driver's License
  • Current Insurance Information
  • License Plate Number
  • Vehicle Description
Click Here to Purchase


[Friday, Aug 21 at 4:34 PM]
Please note the changed date for Open House. Terry HS Open House will be on Wednesday, September 9th, so families can attend the elementary open house events on September 2nd. We apologize for any confusion.