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Reminder! This Friday, November 10, at 9 a.m., Ponder ISD is inviting all of our veterans to take part in a drive through parade beginning at the football field. At the conclusion of the parade, our veterans are invited to attend a program at Ponder Elementary for coffee and donuts!
Please RSVP by November 8 by calling 940.479.8230. Our guests can begin lining up for the parade at 8:45 at the football field. We can't wait to see you all there and thank you for your service.
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GAME DAY! Regional Quarterfinal Playoff Game!
🆚 - Callisburg
📍- Sanger High School
🕡 - First serve at 7:00 p.m.
Get your tickets at https://events.ticketspicket.com/agency/54c94fc6-f39c-4615-8704-fa4c47c2114c
Student Section Theme: Safari/Tacky Tourist
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Let's Support Lady Lion Volleyball TONIGHT (11/7) @ 7 PM in Sanger! #ponderplayoffpride
Follow the link below for ticket information:
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Just a friendly reminder that Monday, Sept. 6 is a school holiday for both students and staff. Enjoy your three-day weekend, Lions!
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It is GAME DAY for the Lady Lion Volleyball team! They will be in action tonight at 6:30 at Guyer HS in the Bi-District round of the UIL Playoffs! Get your tickets now! For more information, visit https://www.ponderisd.net/article/1313465!
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Ponder ISD wants to celebrate our veterans! If you have served or currently serve, you are invited to take part in our annual Veterans Day Parade on Nov. 10.
Check the invite for more information. There will be a program at Ponder Elementary after the parade. RSVP by Nov. 8!
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Ponder High School Boys Cross Country Team is headed to State! Congratulations, boys-we're Ponder PROUD of you!
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We asked students across the district and Superintendent Dr. Jeremy Thompson to tell us why they love their principal. Based on these quotes, we have some amazing leaders in place! #PonderProud
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October is National Principals Month. We have the best principals in the business!
It's time to learn more about our amazing principal at Ponder High School, Mr. Chris Jones.
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Veterans Day is coming up and as you know, we like to celebrate our heroes big in Ponder ISD. Ponder Elementary would love for our veterans to join them on November 10 for a Veterans Day Parade! For more information visit https://www.ponderisd.net/article/1297275
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We're thrilled to announce the new app for Ponder ISD! It's
everything Ponder ISD, in your pocket.
Download for Android https://bit.ly/3PEZO8p
Download for iPhone https://apple.co/46vzbJS
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Earlier this week, Ponder High School students spent time learning from the professionals at the Future Electricians Showcase held the Dallas Convention Center. Another great opportunity for our Lions to be career-ready! #OnePride
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Just a reminder that tomorrow, October 20 is a Staff Development Day. We hope all of our Lions enjoy their extended weekend! We will miss you all!
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Congratulations to the Boy's Cross County Team for placing second at their District meet! They will be competing at Regionals on Monday (10/23) in Grand Prairie. Good luck boys! #weareponderproud
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🚌 It's National School Bus Safety Week! 🚌 Let's start the week with a focus on kids' safety at the bus stop. Arriving early, waiting patiently, and maintaining a safe distance from the bus are key. Share these tips with your community and make our bus stops safer for everyone!
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Our PJH 2023-24 Cheerleaders and Mascot are learning so much at camp this week! We are so excited to kick off another great year!!!
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PJH Teachers and Staff want to send a HUGE thank you to our PTO for providing us with a wonderful Welcome Back Breakfast & stocking our fridge with all our favorite drinks. It was a great first day and we are looking forward to a great school year!!
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