Lamkin Elementary Named a National Capturing Kids’ Hearts Showcase School
Lamkin Elementary School has been named a Capturing Kids’ Hearts (CKH) National Showcase School for the 2024–2025 academic year, a prestigious honor awarded to campuses that exemplify relational excellence and a strong sense of community within their school environments.
This national designation, granted by the Flippen Group’s Capturing Kids’ Hearts program, celebrates schools where administrators, teachers, and staff are deeply committed to building meaningful relationships with students. Showcase Schools are selected for their consistent implementation of CKH strategies and their demonstrated impact on student engagement, behavior, and achievement.
Creating a Culture of Connection
Lamkin’s principal, Jill Brister, emphasized that the award is a reflection of the school’s unwavering dedication to nurturing a safe and supportive atmosphere for every student.
“We are excited at Lamkin to be recognized as a CKH National Showcase School,” said Brister. “Our staff is committed to fostering strong relationships with students and integrating the essential elements of the CKH program. As a result, Lamkin has developed a supportive and welcoming culture that focuses on care, commitment, community, celebration and connection. This honor perfectly aligns with our motto at Lamkin – We Are LAMKIND!”
The Capturing Kids’ Hearts framework promotes relational leadership and emphasizes social-emotional learning through practices such as affirmations, team-building, and student empowerment. Schools selected for the National Showcase status go through a rigorous evaluation process, including on-site visits and interviews, to ensure the heart of the CKH methodology is fully woven into the school’s culture.
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Empowering Students Through Belonging
For Lamkin, the recognition underscores years of intentional work to ensure that every child feels seen, valued, and supported. Teachers and staff are trained to engage students with empathy, lead with emotional intelligence, and create a sense of trust and belonging across every grade level.
As a CKH Showcase School, Lamkin joins a small group of standout campuses across the nation that serve as models for relational school culture. These schools often become mentors and inspiration for others seeking to implement CKH strategies to transform their own environments.
Celebrating Community and Excellence
This Cypress-Fairbanks ISD elementary school has long been known for its tight-knit community and commitment to academic excellence. The Showcase designation amplifies the school’s efforts to ensure students are not only achieving academically but thriving emotionally and socially.
The CKH recognition is also a testament to Lamkin’s entire school community—including teachers, students, parents, and administrators—who have worked together to build a school where kindness, connection, and character are cornerstones of daily life.
For parents and families in the Cypress area searching for an elementary school that blends academic rigor with emotional support and strong values, Lamkin Elementary now stands proudly among the nation’s best in student-centered culture.
Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.
