My name is Jordan Runnels. I graduated from SFASU in 2013 with a degree in Child and Family development. After graduation I was a nanny in Houston for two years before I came back to Lufkin. I then taught preschool while working to receive my teaching certification and I came to Herty in 2017. This will be my fourth year at Herty as a PPCD teacher. I attended kindergarten at Herty and I love getting to teach at the place that started out my education. Herty is my home!

Runnels Daily Schedule

7:15-7:40 Arrival/ Morning Task Boxes

7:40-8:00 Restroom/ Morning Task Boxes

8:00-8:20 Breakfast

8:30-9:00 Motor Room

9:00-9:30 Calendar Time

9:30-9:40 Restroom

9:40-10:40 PE/Music/Tech (Teacher Conference)

10:40-10:45 Wash Hands/Prepare for Lunch

10:45-11:15 Lunch

11:15-12:00 Small Group Instruction

12:00-12:10 Restroom

12:10-12:40 Sensory Lab

12:40-1:10 Small Group Instruction

1:10-1:30 ADL

1:30-1:40 Snack

1:40-2:10 Developmental Centers

2:10-2:40 Recess

2:40-3:05 Restroom/Closing Songs/Dismissal


We will be utilizing the free program Class Dojo for parent communication and online class assignments. I can add you to the program using a cell phone number or email address. This will be the easiest way to get in touch with me. I would like for all families to join and sign up!

Important Dates

  • 8/11 Meet the Teacher Drive Thru 4:00-6:00

  • 8/24 1st Day of School

  • 9/7 Labor Day

  • 11/20 Early Dismissal

  • 11/23-27 Thanksgiving Holiday

  • 12/18 Early Dismissal

  • 12/21-1/5 Christmas Holiday

  • 1/6 Students Return

  • 1/18 MLK Holiday

  • 3/5 Early Dismissal

  • 3/8-12 Spring Break

  • 4/2 Good Friday Holiday

  • 5/27 Early Dismissal

  • 5/31 Memorial Day

  • 6/1-4, 7-11 COVID-19 FLEX DAYS