Dear Lubbock ISD family;

The trustees and I are humbled by the perseverance, resilience, and positive attitude the students, families, and staff of Lubbock ISD have exhibited during the COVID-19 pandemic. We have all been tested like never before and have adapted with grace and flexibility. All of you are trying your best under less than ideal circumstances and are looking forward to the day that schools reopen. Unfortunately, that is not going to happen at the beginning of next week. 

Lubbock ISD will remain closed at least until May 4. This means schools will remain closed, but instruction through remote learning and all the services we are currently providing, will continue. I must emphasize this decision is based on the extended closure order by Governor Abbott and President Trump’s social distancing guidelines in effect through the month of April. It adheres to the protective measures enacted by Mayor Pope, the City of Lubbock, and guidance from the City of Lubbock Health Department.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has outlined the need for all communities to rigorously adhere to the social distancing protocol. I want to reiterate a request to our school community to take the following precautions to prevent the spread of the illness: 

• Don’t shake hands. 
• Wash your hands regularly and thoroughly.
• Limit movement within the community, especially avoiding crowded places and maintaining six feet of distance between people.
• If you suspect you have symptoms of COVID-19, please contact your health care provider for medical advice. 
• Do not leave the house if you are ill. Even when healthy, please comply with the City of Lubbock’s stay-at-home order. 

Our curbside sites and bus routes will continue meal distribution during the extended closure. Updated information about meal service and other resources can always be found at www.LubbockISD.org/healthupdates

I hope this gives students, family, and staff the opportunity to plan effectively for the next four weeks. Much has been asked of all of us during the past several weeks. Now I ask that you continue to do your best during these unprecedented circumstances. The educators, administrators, staff, and trustees of our districts promise our support in every way possible and we will continue to educate our students to the best of our abilities during these difficult times.

Dr. Kathy Rollo
Superintendent, Lubbock ISD