A short time ago Lake Highlands resident and RISD Board of Trustees member, Luke Davis, let us now about a new video from the district's superintendent, Dr. Kay Waggoner.

Looks like the new feature, of updating parents and district stakeholders via video, will become a regular feature in the coming months.

In this first message, Waggoner offers an update regarding the district's recent bond initiative.

She provides updates on specific projects already completed, as well as a preview of upcoming projects.

In addition to the recent approval of the 2012-'13 RISD Academic Calendar, the district is also implementing the state's new STARR exam assessment system, which replaces the TAKS system.

"Dr. Waggoner is a skilled communicator," Davis told us.

"These video updates will enable residents to 'meet' Dr. Waggoner and 'see' RISD facilities and programs in action."

Readers can view the Superintendent's video message here, and watch the LH Today School & Sports page for more updates from the district.

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