What is your favorite Christmas memory?

In this section, we asked a group of staff members and students to tell us about their favorite Christmas memory.

Tierra Bragg

"My favorite Christmas memory is seeing all my family together and happy as a family."

Mrs. Cellers

"My favorite Christmas memory is of my first son's 1st Christmas. Seeing my baby opening up his gift--- this opened my eyes to look at Christmas in a whole new light."

Amaree Hodge

"My favorite Christmas memory is when I was 6 and I got my first Barbie house."

Faizah Cooper

"My favorite Christmas memory is opening presents and realizing my aunt from Houston came to surprise me with my gift."

Samuel Mauldin

"My favorite Christmas memory was when I was around 8 years old. My mom and I were making a gingerbread house and watching "It's a Wonderful Life" on a really old TV."

Crystal Noiel 

"My favorite Christmas memory is when my dad and his brother sang songs to the family." 

CaShunn Harris 

"My favorite Christmas memory was waking up and seeing all of my gifts."

Ms. Henry 

"My favorite Christmas Memory is when I received my first pair of AIR Jordans."

Brooklyn Marie

"My favorite Christmas memory was opening my Christmas presents."

Jaliyah Aldridge

"My favorite Christmas memory is getting shoes and money."

Mrs. Johnson

"My favorite memories from Christmas are the snow, love, and buying presents for others."

Kara Lindy

"I'll never forget my daughter's first Christmas. She could barely sit up, but she certainly tore into her presents like she knew what she was doing. She got so excited and laughed and laughed. it will always warm my heart to think back on that memory."

The winners of this year’s Festival of Trees at our LEISD Christmas Tree Lighting! The creativity, effort, and holiday spirit displayed by all participants truly brought the season to life and made the event a huge success.

🏆 1st Place - $100: High School Library

📚 Their tree captured the hearts of many with its thoughtful and innovative design!

🥈 2nd Place - $75: ECC

🎄 Their tree radiated holiday cheer with a beautiful display of teamwork and festive charm!

🥉 3rd Place - $50: High School Culinary Arts

🍴 Their tree was a masterpiece, combining creativity and skill in the most delightful way!

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who participated and helped make this event so memorable. Your hard work and festive spirit brought our community together in a wonderful way.

Congratulations to our winners, and thank you to all for making this event a joyous success! Wishing you all a warm and happy holiday season. 🎁✨