Welcome to the 2025-26 school year

Please see the information below for Frequently Asked Questions regarding the new year:

1.  When does the school year begin?

August 12, 2025.  The first bell rings at 7:45 AM.  See the Calendar page for more info. 

2.  What is the schedule of a regular day?

First Bell - 7:45 AM  - Tardy bell for first class is at 7:50.  This is 5 minutes earlier than last year.  Please be aware. 

Final Bell - 4:00 PM 

3.  What is the specific schedule for my child?

Class schedules will be finalized on the first day of school.  A tentative schedule can be found on Parent Portal before school begins.  

4.  Will there be an After School Program this year?

At this time we have not received funding for an After School Program.  We are actively looking for funding sources. 

5.  When are lunches?

Each student is provided a 30 min lunch.  Elementary lunches begin between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM but vary by class.  Junior high lunch is at 12:07 PM and High school lunch is at 12:58 PM

6.  May I bring my student lunch?

Lunches may be brought to students, however, such lunches should arrive on time.  Students do not have permission to be late to class to finish a lunch that is brought in.

7.  May students leave school for lunch?

Lometa School is a closed campus.  Parents may request opportunities to take students to lunch on special occasions.   

8.  Can I eat with students at lunch?

You may schedule opportunities to eat with your students through the office. 

9.  How can I obtain information regarding bus transportation to school?

Please call Ken Frazier at 512-752-3384.

10.  Where can I find information regarding school rules such as Dress Code?

Please click "Student Handbook and Student Code of Conduct" under Student Services tab. Some aspects of Dress Code are under review. 

10.  What are the primary modes of electronic communication? 

Parents/students may monitor class grades and attendance with Parent Portal and Student Portal.  Please contact Tiffany Smart at 512-752-3384 regarding questions about Parent/Student Portal.  Additionally, Lometa ISD utilizes an App called School Status Connect (formerly ClassTag) which interfaces with parent/student email and/or the School Status Connect App.  We will discuss this further at orientation. 

11.  What other sources of electronic information are available?

12.  What is the new law about student personal electronics?

Texas House Bill 1481, signed into law on June 20, 2025, takes effect for the 2025-2026 school year and prohibits students in Texas school districts and open-enrollment charter schools from using personal wireless communication devices—such as cell phones, text messaging devices, laptops, tablets, or other non-district-provided electronics—during the school day. This law aims to reduce distractions, foster face-to-face interaction, and enhance the learning environment.  See info: Lometa ISD Personal Electronic Device Policy

There is a Lometa ISD Facebook Page.