🚨 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!
Say “hello” to two-way messaging and classroom
announcements in the Ponder ISD app! With the addition of
Rooms, our district app keeps getting better. Parents/
guardians check your email/text for instructions to sign up and
access new features.
Say “hello” to two-way messaging in the Ponder ISD app! The same district app now offers
class announcements and parent-teacher chat. Look for your personalized invitation to begin using this feature in our app after Aug 1.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3PEZO8p
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/46vzbJS
Ponder ISD will be testing its safety notification system today (Friday, July 26, 2024) between 3:00 - 6:00 pm. Do not be alarmed - it is just a test. Building intercom speakers will announce the safety scenario and employees will receive multiple notifications via text, email and phone call. No action is needed. The safety of our students and staff are a priority, so testing the system is necessary. We apologize for any disruptions this may cause.
Hey, Class of 2024!!!
Attention Ponder ISD 2023-2024 Volunteers! Renew your volunteer application today, before the July 31 deadline!
Renewal Link: https://forms.gle/NuUZWUULuuEDCzUM8
Today, Ponder ISD honors the incredible contributions of the paraprofessionals in our schools. Thank you ALL for your dedication and support, making a difference in countless lives every day!
Ponder ISD Job Fair
May 18, 2024
9-11 am
