Lamar CISD superintendent announces autism academy enrollment, honors teachers and student artists
March 01, 2026 | LAMAR CISD, School Districts, Texas
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Roosevelt Nevins, superintendent of Lamar CISD, delivered updates at Colville Elementary School, announcing a new program for students with autism, recognizing staff and student awards, and encouraging community support for the district's arts programs.
Nevins announced Bright Futures Academy at Beasley Elementary, a customized learning environment for students with autism spectrum disorder. "The enrollment application is open right now through March 20, and families are invited to attend the upcoming informational meetings this month," he said.
Nevins urged community backing for the district’s performing and visual arts programs, calling arts education a “mainstay in public education” and a key reason many students succeed. He highlighted the district’s results at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo art submission day, saying Lamar CISD had "45 submissions with 29 finalists, 9 special merit awards, 5 gold medalists, and 5 best show winners." He added, "This generation is so talented. Good job, young people."
The superintendent also recognized staff honors: Wright Junior High School teacher Richard Embrick was named a finalist for the H-E-B Excellence in Education Award, and principals of the year included Carla Thomas of Pink Elementary School (elementary) and Tasha Darjean of Navarro Middle School (secondary). Nevins praised their leadership and support for students and staff.
On a personal note, Nevins thanked the community for congratulatory remarks after he won the National Superintendent of the Year award in Nashville, Tennessee, calling the honor a collective achievement. "This is not a me recognition; this is a us recognition," he said, crediting district staff, students, parents and the wider community.
Closing his remarks, Nevins encouraged students to finish the school year with purpose and pride and wished the community a restorative spring break.
The district did not announce formal board actions or votes during this address. Enrollment deadlines, award nominations and contest results cited by Nevins were the primary informational items provided.
Nevins announced Bright Futures Academy at Beasley Elementary, a customized learning environment for students with autism spectrum disorder. "The enrollment application is open right now through March 20, and families are invited to attend the upcoming informational meetings this month," he said.
Nevins urged community backing for the district’s performing and visual arts programs, calling arts education a “mainstay in public education” and a key reason many students succeed. He highlighted the district’s results at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo art submission day, saying Lamar CISD had "45 submissions with 29 finalists, 9 special merit awards, 5 gold medalists, and 5 best show winners." He added, "This generation is so talented. Good job, young people."
The superintendent also recognized staff honors: Wright Junior High School teacher Richard Embrick was named a finalist for the H-E-B Excellence in Education Award, and principals of the year included Carla Thomas of Pink Elementary School (elementary) and Tasha Darjean of Navarro Middle School (secondary). Nevins praised their leadership and support for students and staff.
On a personal note, Nevins thanked the community for congratulatory remarks after he won the National Superintendent of the Year award in Nashville, Tennessee, calling the honor a collective achievement. "This is not a me recognition; this is a us recognition," he said, crediting district staff, students, parents and the wider community.
Closing his remarks, Nevins encouraged students to finish the school year with purpose and pride and wished the community a restorative spring break.
The district did not announce formal board actions or votes during this address. Enrollment deadlines, award nominations and contest results cited by Nevins were the primary informational items provided.
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