October is National Principal’s Month. This month-long celebration is a time to recognize and thank our hard-working principals on each campus of Spearman Independent School District. We are fortunate to have outstanding men and women lead the campuses.
Cayla Schroeder is the assistant principal at Gus Birdwell Elementary. She has taught at Spearman ISD for thirty years. This is her first year as the assistant principal. “Friendships and relationships make for a good day at school. I believe both of these things promote student and staff motivation. It is so nice to come to GBE and see teachers and students smiling, hugging, and helping each other out in tough situations,” shared Schroeder.
Adjusting to change can be challenging at times. Schroeder stated, “I'm most proud of how our campus has adjusted to new administration. They have all been so supportive as I learn the many new tasks of being an assistant principal. They jump in, help me, and teach me as I go. I truly am proud and feel like we have the best school around.”
She is inspired by learning new things, helping others, and meeting goals. “I also love the support that my family gives me when we have a difficult situation that we are facing. I can always count on them,” added Schroeder.
Welcome to the administration team. Your years of service to SISD is an inspiration to others in the profession.
🚨🏀Don't Forget: Junior High Lynxette Basketball Meeting Today at 5:30 p.m.
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We would like to remind you of the Junior High Basketball meeting that will take place today at 5:30 p.m. in the Rubber Gym. This is a mandatory meeting and your attendance is highly appreciated.
High School Red Ribbon Week Dress Up Days. Red Ribbon Week Starts October 23rd- October 27th.
The First National Bank Tailgate is this Friday at Lynx Stadium from 5:30-7:00 PM. It's PINK OUT NIGHT! Come out and support the Lynx!
Spearman ISD will be recognizing staff members who go above and beyond with the Spotlight Above and Beyond Award. Mary DeLaRosa is being spotlighted for October.
Mary DeLaRosa is a custodian at Spearman Junior High. She is a true leader and professional. “Mary goes above and beyond in many ways. She trains new staff members and is always looking to do more than what is expected of her. We recently were short-handed. I spoke with Mary and explained we needed to some extra help in the fieldhouse. Mary and her team stepped right in and took on the additional responsibility,” said Dan Gist, Spearman Superintendent.
“My grandfather always said, “The sign of a great worker is finding something to do before you are told,” reminisced Gist. This is a great example of what Mary does at work every day!
Congratulations, Mary on a job well done.
Spearman ISD will be recognizing staff members who go above and beyond with the Spotlight Above and Beyond Award. Abby Pipkin and Adriana Mendoza, are being spotlighted for October.
Abby Pipkin and Adriana Mendoza teach English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR) at Spearman Junior High. Pipkin teaches 6th and 8th grade ELAR, and Mendoza teaches 7th grade ELAR. “These fabulous teachers had the idea of hosting a Publishing Party at Spearman Junior High. They took the time to decorate the hallway and arrange their classrooms to make it inviting to the parents. Every student published a paper. Their work was displayed in the classroom and hallway, “stated Craig Black, Spearman Junior High Principal. There were over eighty guests that attended the Publishing Party.
“Both of these ladies are great classroom teachers, and they chose to make positive connections with the parents. It was a great success. We are looking to expand the idea to other departments,” added Black.
Congratulations on a very deserving award!
Spearman ISD Board of Education recognized the Lynxette Tough Club. To qualify, athletes must have 90% attendance, total max of three lifts (squat, powerclean, bench) of 400 plus pounds and/or 3 times their body weight. Congratulations!
Jaz Baca- 400 & 3x
Tessa Holton- 400 & 3x
Lexi Klafka- 400 & 3x
Braylen Lusby- 400 & 3x
Emmy Riggins- 400 & 3x
Landrie Black- 400
Jo Davila- 400
Gisselle Flores- 400
Stefanie Lopez- 400
Piper Pipkin- 400
Vanelli Delgado- 3x
Morgan Earl- 3x
Ella Wilkerson- 3x
Lanie Witten- 3x
Spearman ISD Board of Education recognized the members of the 5,000/10,000 club. Lynxette basketball players participated in a 5,000 shooting club over the summer. The goal is to make 5,000 or more shots and can accumulate over the athlete's career to break 5,000 milestones. The following Lynxettes have accomplished the first milestone:
Braylen Lusby- 5,132
Lanie Witten- 5,135
Ella Wilkerson- 5,120
Landrie Black- 5,055
Vanelli Delgado- 5,000
Lexi Klafka is a member of the 10,000 club scoring 10,145 over two summers!
Spearman ISD Board of Education congratulates the Lion's Club Students of the Month, Evelyn Mendoza and Ethan Caro.
Spearman ISD Board of Education recognized the 8th grade Students of the Month, Nicolas Briones and Mia Dominguez.
Congratulations!
In the event that you are unable to attend the Bingo for Books event tonight, this presents an opportunity to receive Title 1 information that will be shared. Join Mrs. Schroeder on Thursday, October 19th at 2:00 p.m. via Zoom.
To join the video meeting, click this link:
https://us04web.zoom.us/j/75564291144?pwd=aIrIarVokSF6zEEkkdxapIxStFy3pf.1
October is National Principal’s Month. This month-long celebration is a time to recognize and thank our hard-working principals on each campus of Spearman Independent School District. We are fortunate to have outstanding men and women lead the campuses. Lizet Olmos is the new principal at Gus Birdwell Elementary. She previously was the assistant principal. " If you have been at GBE before, you know it is just a great place to be. If it ever begins to feel like a bad day, someone on campus will fill your heart with joy,” shared Olmos. She added how proud she was of the staff at GBE. “Being part of the GBE staff is something to feel very proud of. We had to survive a few days shorthanded in the custodial department and without question many of the staff members jumped in to help. They threw away trash and vacuumed classrooms. The staff at GBE is remarkable, and I am very proud to be a part of it.” Did you know that Olmos can predict things pretty well. “My husband doesn’t always like my sports predictions ,” laughed Olmos. Another interesting fact is she has not watched a scary movie since 2008! Her parents are her inspiration. “ My parents are hardworking, humble, and kind. They are always willing to lend a hand. They continuously remind me to put God first and the rest will fall into place,” shared Olmos. Olmos grew up in Spearman and still remembers the ESL class with Mrs. Stinson. “She had a paddle accessible. Although she never used it on me, she can have most of the credit of why I learned English so fast,” laughed Olmos. Keep enjoying the little moments and smiling at the great things happening at GBE.
Adult ESL classes start today. Registration is free.
The football team had a send-off for the Mighty Lynx Band. Good luck!
The football team had a send-off for the Mighty Lynx Band. Good luck!
The Mighty Lynx are headed to their competition! Let the notes soar high and fill the air with the essence of purple magic! 🎶🎼💜
Week of 10-16-23
Good luck to the Mighty Lynx Band as they compete at UIL Marching Contest today at 4:15 pm. The contest will be held at Dick Biven's Stadium, Amarillo, Texas.
There will be a $5 gate fee/cash only.
See you there!
We are proud of all our Honor Roll students! They were celebrated today with a dodge ball game! We encourage all of our students to work hard and strive to reach an Honor Roll each 6 weeks!
¡Estamos orgullosos de todos nuestros estudiantes del cuadro de honor! ¡Hoy fueron celebrados con un juego! ¡Animamos a todos nuestros estudiantes a trabajar duro y esforzarse por alcanzar un cuadro de honor cada 6 semanas!
Students in 8th grade science completed a lab this week, where they practiced picking out evidence of chemical reactions.
Students did great job and had a lot of fun!
