Ponder High School

🚨 IMPORTANT UPDATE 🚨 Due to the forecasted bad weather, the Integrated Athletics Meet scheduled for tomorrow at Ponder High School has been canceled. ⛈️ While we’re disappointed, the safety of our students, staff, and families comes first. We are working hard to reschedule the event so our amazing PISD students still have the chance to participate, be recognized, and show off their incredible skills! 🏅🎉 We apologize for any inconvenience and truly appreciate your understanding. ❤️ A huge THANK YOU to our wonderful community for always supporting our students—your encouragement means the world to us!

PROM TICKET REMINDER! Hey parents! Just a quick reminder that Jr/Sr Prom tickets are on sale now through Thursday of this week! 🎟️⏳ Make sure your student gets theirs before the deadline. Seniors attend for FREE 🎓—but they still need to pick up a ticket to get in, so don’t let them miss out! Dinner is included in the ticket price 🍽️—so it’s a full night of food, fun, and memories! ✨ Let’s help our students make it a night to remember! #Prom2025 #DontMissOut #PromReady 💃🕺

Save the Date – District-Wide Art Show! Join us on May 1st for this year’s district-wide art show 🎨✨ We’ll be showcasing over 1,000 incredible works of art from students across all grade levels! Want to get creative at the show? Preorder your exclusive art show t-shirt by April 10th at: gogandy.com/ponder-artshow25, and you’ll get fabric markers to color it in yourself at the event! 👕🖍️ Don’t miss this celebration of creativity and talent—we can’t wait to see you there! 🖼️🎉

PHS Student Council Presents: FREE Community Fun Run! 📅 Saturday, April 12 | 📍 Ponder High School | 🕗 Check-in: 8 AM | Run Begins: 9 AM Join us for a fun-filled morning for all ages—run, walk, skip, or dance your way through the course! This free event includes: 🎽 Fun Run with 4 Challenge Zones 🎉 Bounce House & Refreshments 📸 Easter Photos with Lexi the Lion 🎖 Medals for 1st–3rd in each age division 🧵 Beads for each completed challenge 💛 Donations will be accepted to support Teacher Appreciation—any amount is appreciated! Sponsored by: Gonzalez Fun Jumpz, Rivers’ Rustic Designs, Snyder Custom Threads, and Kona Ice 👟 Everyone’s welcome—sign up today! 👉 Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/PHSFUNRUN Age Divisions: K–2nd Grade 3rd–5th Grade 6th–8th Grade 9th–12th Grade Adult

🎉 Happy Assistant Principal Week! 🎉 Join us in celebrating PISD’s AMAZING Assistant Principals — Mrs. Carson, Dr. Green, Mr. Ramsey, & Mr. Hay! 🦁❤️ We appreciate each of you and everything you do to support our students, staff, and schools. Your leadership, dedication, and hard work make a difference every single day! 🙌🍎📚 Thank you for being such an important part of our PISD family!

📢 Ponder High School Parent Information Night! 📢 NEW DATE & TIME 📅 Date: Wednesday, March 26th 🕕 Time: 6:00 PM 📍 Location: PHS Auditorium Join us for an informative evening covering exciting academic opportunities for our students! Learn more about: ✅ Dual Credit ✅ OnRamps ✅ LaGrone Academy ✅ NCTC CTE Program Representatives will be available to answer questions and provide details on these programs that can enhance your student’s educational journey. Don’t miss this chance to explore pathways to college credit and career readiness! We look forward to seeing you there! 🎓🦁 #ponderlions #ParentInfoNightt #CollegeAndCareerReady #MadeForGreatness

📢 Reminder: There will be no school for students Wednesday, March 26, due to a staff development day and the Academic UIL Meet hosted at Ponder High School. We will see students back on Thursday!

📢 Parent Information Night Canceled 📢 Due to our dual credit partners being unable to attend, tonight’s Parent Information Night has been canceled. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. We are working to reschedule the event and will share the new date as soon as it is confirmed. Stay tuned for updates! Thank you for your support!

🚨 Playoff Game Alert! 🚨 🏀 Ponder vs. Tatum 🏀 📅 Tuesday, February 25, 2025 ⏰ Game Time: 7 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM) 📍 Location: Caddo Mills High School 📍 3049 S. FM 36, Caddo Mills, TX 75135 🎟️ Get your tickets here: https://www.cmfoxathletics.com/HTtickets District Passes and Coaches Passes accepted. Come out and cheer on the Lions as they battle for victory! Let’s pack the stands and show our support!

Join us for the Integrated Athletics Track Meet on April 24th from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM! Don't miss this exciting event celebrating teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship. See you there! 🏅🎉

📢 Weather Update 📢 At this time, all Ponder ISD campuses will remain open as scheduled today and tomorrow. We are in close communication with Denton County Emergency Services and area superintendents to monitor weather conditions. We will continue to track the forecast throughout the evening and early morning. If any changes occur, we will communicate updates as soon as possible through all appropriate channels. With temperatures expected to be very cold, please make sure all students wear their jackets and stay bundled up when heading to school. Stay warm and safe! ❄️

📢 Join Our Team – Become a Substitute at Ponder ISD! 🍎🏫 Ponder ISD is looking for dedicated and passionate individuals to join our team as substitutes! This is a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our students while enjoying a flexible schedule. Whether you're a retired educator, college student, or community member looking to get involved, we’d love to have you on board! ✅ Flexible scheduling ✅ Rewarding experience ✅ Opportunity to support our students & staff Apply today and help us continue providing a great learning environment for our students!

🏀 Ponder Lions Playoff Game 🦁 📢 Ponder Lions vs. Life Oak Cliff 📢 📅 Date: Monday, February 17th ⏰ Game Time: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM) 📍 Location: Haltom High School 📍 Address: 5501 Haltom Road, Haltom City, TX 76137 🎟 Ticket Link- WILL GO LIVE ON MONDAY Feb 17th at 8 AM 👉 https://gofan.co/event/3215846?schoolId=TX99648 ✅ Passes Accepted: Senior Citizen District 9-3A & 10-3A TGCA, THSCA, THADA, TASO 🚨 Important Reminders: 🔹 Clear Bag Policy in Effect 🔹 No Outside Food or Drinks (Including Water Bottles)

🏀 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!**