Ponder High School

🏀 Girls Area Playoff Game – Come Support the Lady Lions Basketball Team! 🏀 🔥 Ponder Lady Lions vs. Winnsboro 🔥 📅 Date: Friday, February 14, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (Gates open at 5:30 PM) 📍 Location: Farmersville High School 📍 Address: 499 S State Hwy 78, Farmersville, TX 75442 🎟 Tickets: Online only – Get yours here 👉 https://events.ticketspicket.com/agency/b7029d7b-d3fb-4076-a549-5e8203292073/events/bc282334-9eec-4887-b091-3a35b3b4c9df ✅ Passes Accepted: THSCA, Senior Citizen, TGCA, District Pass, TABC Come out and cheer on the Lady Lions as they battle for the Area Championship

Ponder ISD is hosting Dual Language Parent Information Meetings for families interested in the 2025-2026 school year. Open to PK-1st grade students, the program promotes bilingualism, biliteracy, and academic success in both English and Spanish. Join us to learn more about the program, application process, and ask questions. Sessions will be held on February 18 at 6 PM and February 25 at 8 AM at the Ponder ISD Administration Office Board Room. Learn more at https://5il.co/36ya4

📢 Game Day Alert! 🏀🔥 Come support your Lady Lions as they take on YWLA! 📅 Monday, February 10, 2025 🕕 Game Time: 6:00 PM (Gates open at 5:30 PM) 📍 Saginaw High School 🏀 800 N. Blue Mound Rd., Saginaw, TX 76131 🎟 Ticket Prices: Adults: $5 Students: $3 🚨 Online tickets only – NO CASH at the gate! Accepted Passes: THSCA, TGCA, TABC, District Passes, Senior Citizens, Veterans 🎟 Get Your Tickets Here: 🔗 https://www.emsisd.com/Page/48056 👉 Scroll down to Saginaw High School, click on it, and search for the game! Let’s pack the stands and cheer on our Lady Lions! 🦁❤️🏀

📢 Join Us for the PISD Job Fair! 🗓️ Date: March 8th ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Ponder ISD is a great place to be! With amazing students and an incredible team, we are proud to say we are #MadeForGreatness. Don't miss this opportunity to join our outstanding district and make a difference in the lives of our students! We can't wait to meet you! ✨

Ponder ISD is hosting a Gifted & Talented Information Meeting on Thursday, January 23rd, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the Ponder ISD Board Room. This event will provide valuable insights into the Gifted & Talented program, including an overview of what it means to be gifted and talented, the referral process, and what the program looks like within Ponder ISD. Open to everyone, this meeting is especially beneficial for families interested in learning about the program, including those with children already enrolled. Join us to explore opportunities and resources available for gifted and talented students in the district!

❄️ We hope everyone stayed warm and safe during last week’s winter weather and had a chance to enjoy the beautiful snow! ☃️ Thanks to the extra minutes we’ve built into our schedule, there’s no need for a make-up day at this time! 📢 Reminder: In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, all Ponder ISD campuses will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025. 📚 Classes will resume on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Take time to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy and enjoy the holiday with your loved ones.

📢 Reminder: ParentU is Tomorrow Night! 📢 Join us for our first ParentU event tomorrow night @ Ponder High School! 🕠 5:30 PM – Incoming 9th Grade Parent/Student Meeting in the auditorium. 🕕 6:00 PM – Breakout sessions for ALL students and parents. ***UNT will be presenting and answering questions regarding the FAFSA for our junior/senior students and parents!*** Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and prepare for success! Check out the flyer for more details. We can’t wait to see you there! **Spanish translation services will be available!**

🚨 Reminder: Extracurricular Activities Canceled Tonight 🚨 Due to the current weather conditions, all extracurricular activities at Ponder ISD remain canceled for tonight. The safety of our students, staff, and community is our top priority. Stay safe and warm!

🚨 Weather Update 🚨 All Ponder ISD campuses, schools, and extracurricular activities will be CLOSED on Friday, January 10, due to ongoing snow and ice.

All Ponder ISD campuses, schools, and extracurricular activities will be closed on Thursday, January 9, due to inclement weather. We are closely monitoring conditions for Friday, January 10, and will keep you updated. Safety is our top priority—stay safe and warm!

Save the Date! We’re excited to announce our 1st ParentU meeting on January 13, 2025! Schedule of Events: 5:30 PM: Rising 9th Grade Parent/Student Meeting 6:00 PM: Sessions for ALL High School parents covering a variety of topics This is a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and gain valuable insights to support your student's success. Stay tuned for more details—we can’t wait to see you there!

Dear Ponder ISD Parents and Guardians, This is a friendly reminder that all campuses will have early dismissal this Friday, 12/20/24. Dismissal Times: Elementary Campuses: 12:15 PM Secondary Campuses: 1:00 PM Please note that Elementary ESD (Extended School Day) will not be available on Friday due to staffing limitations. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for making the necessary arrangements to accommodate this schedule change. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your campus office. Thank you for your continued support of Ponder ISD! Warm regards, Ponder ISD Administration

🇺🇸 Join Us for Our Veterans Day Celebration! 🇺🇸 📅 Monday, November 11, 2024 📍 Ponder ISD We’re excited to honor the brave men and women who have served our country at our Veterans Day Celebration! 🕘 Parade Line-Up: 9:00 AM – Ponder High School Fine Arts Parking Lot 🎉 Parade Start: 9:30 AM – Around all district campuses 🎈 Parade Ending & Program: Ponder Upper Elementary Gymnasium Our students will be cheering for veterans as they parade through, and we’ll wrap up with a special program, donuts, and coffee for veterans at the gym! Veterans, we’d love to see you there! Please RSVP by calling 940-479-8230. Check www.ponderisd.net for any weather updates. Let’s come together as a community to say THANK YOU to those who’ve served!

Ponder ISD is seeking passionate parents, staff, and community members to join the District Improvement Committee and School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC)! The District Improvement Committee helps shape the future of education in Ponder by advising on district goals and programs. SHAC works collaborative to improve student and family health through coordinated wellness initiatives. Apply today! Visit ponderisd.net/page/district-committees to learn more! Applications are due by Oct. 15.

Ponder High School’s Graphic Design practicum class, known as Pride Design Studio, has been hard at work, producing a variety of vinyl banners for community events. The talented students created 82 sports banners for Volleyball, Football, Cross Country, and Cheer, commissioned by the Ponder Athletic Booster Club. Additionally, they designed and printed two six-foot banners for the Ponder Education Foundation’s annual golf tournament. The Pride Design Studio team consists of students Rafael Montiel-Lopez, John McEwen, Jacob Miller, and Joslyn Major in the back row, and Wendy Perez Soto, Caitlyn Vanatta, Jordyn Seay, and Molly Bruton in the front row. Under the guidance of Mrs. Shelly Steele, the class has become an essential part of building Ponder Pride in the community, by blending creativity with hands-on learning experiences. These banners will be on display at various school events and the foundation’s golf tournament, showcasing the studio’s contributions to the school and local organizations.

Attention parents - the square bus route is running late this afternoon (9/5/24). Both runs will be delayed. We appreciate your patience.

Who is excited for FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS? As we gear up for the football season, please be aware of the following guidelines for Ponder ISD's stadium: - No outside food, drinks, alcohol, or tobacco products are allowed. - Tailgating with open flames is only permitted with prior approval. - Once you leave the stadium, re-entry requires a new ticket. - Please park in designated areas and avoid grassy spots. - Home and visitor fans must use separate entrances; crossing over is not allowed. - Children under 5th grade must be with an adult or in the Lion's Den area. - No student over 5th grade will be allowed in the Lion's Den area. - Only uniformed participants are allowed on the field. - Glass bottles, food, gum, sunflower seeds, and tobacco are prohibited on the field. - Small bags/purses only—no backpacks allowed. - Respectful behavior is required at all times; inappropriate conduct may result in ejection and a ban from future events. Join us for the first home game next Friday, August 30, at 7 PM as we take on Venus High School. Let's show our Ponder pride! #MadeForGreatness #FAM1LY

We are #PonderProud of Faith Hooper for placing 2nd in News Writing at state academic UIL. The Ponder ISD School Board was excited to recognize Faith at our recent board meeting. We have some amazing students in Ponder ISD. #MadeForGreatness

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a flexible work opportunity? Ponder ISD is seeking dedicated RNs to join our team as substitute nurses. Help us provide top-notch care for our students when they need it most. Interested? Apply today and be part of our supportive and caring school community!

Are you passionate about making a difference in our community? Do you enjoy working with children and have a flexible schedule? Ponder ISD is looking for dedicated and reliable individuals to join our team as Bus Drivers and Substitute Bus Drivers. Visit https://www.applitrack.com/ponderisd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation to learn more!