Lula Belle Goodman
Goodman Elementary School
Lula Belle Goodman was born and raised in Fort Bend County. A graduate of Prairie View A&M College, she taught students in Fort Bend for 41 years, touching the lives of children across our district. During her career, she taught at St. John's School in Dewalt, the Oaklane School in Arcola, New Hope School in Stafford, M.R. Wood in Sugar Land, and Lakeview Elementary in Sugar Land. Goodman was the ultimate educator and caretaker of the children in her charge. In one nominating letter a former student recalled, "She fed her students' minds, as well as their bodies and souls. She cut wood for a fire to keep students warm and comfortable, prepared food to nourish her most hungry students, and brought clothing and shoes when students were without." Through three generations, Goodman taught the children of our community with her caring spirit, loving heart and inspiring example.