Tenaha Independent School District

What a fantastic first full week of school at TES! Mrs. Ward was excited to share her red heart in Ms. Elliott's PK 4 show-and-tell today. All of our students are doing a fantastic job engaging in the new reading and math curriculum. Have a great weekend!

Our PAWS members are excited to announce that car tags went home yesterday. These will only be used for PK-4th grade parent pick up. If you did not return the form, please let the office know you would like one. We appreciate our families following our safety guidelines. Have a wonderful Friday!

Reminder: Our scrimmage against Ore City is tomorrow at Rebel Stadium. JV starts at 6 PM and varsity at 7 PM. Come out and support the team!

🎉🏈 Homecoming 2024: Going for Gold! 🏈🎉 Tiger Nation, it’s time to get excited because Homecoming is coming early this year! Join us on Saturday, September 21st for a golden celebration as we take on our fellow Tigers from Linden-Kildare in what’s sure to be an unforgettable game! 🐯 Here’s the lineup for the day 10:00 AM: Homecoming Parade 🎉 11:00 AM: Lunch at the Fire Station, hosted by the Booster Club 🍔 4:00 PM: Hall of Honor Ceremony 🌟 5:30 PM: Pregame Festivities and Coronation of the Homecoming Queen 👑 6:00 PM: Kickoff! 🏈 Let’s show our Tiger pride and go for gold in every way! #Homecoming2024 #GoingForGold #GoTigers #TigerPride

📣 Attention Fans! 📣 Here are the times for Fridays scrimmage JV Scrimmage: 6:00 PM Varsity Scrimmage: 7:00 PM Tigers Vs. Ore City @ Rebel Stadium

Hey parents, just a quick heads-up: 1. Check Your Email: Keep an eye out for any last-minute registration documents or instructions. We’ll be sending important updates your way! 2. Parent-Teacher Compact Form: If you received a parent-teacher compact form, please make sure to return it. Students in grades 7-12 can turn theirs in at the office. A picture of the document is posted below for your reference. Thank you for making our registration process so successful!

Swing by this Friday to catch our teams in an exciting scrimmage showdown. Stay tuned for updates on starting time.

We want to shout out a huge THANK YOU to Lekesia Evans and HEB for adopting our school this year! 🎉 Your awesome snacks and goodies for our staff and admin have been a real treat and have brightened up our days. We really appreciate your support and generosity—you're making a big difference! 🙌🍎 #ThankYou #CommunitySupport #FeelingGrateful

Here are your lunch menus for the month of August!

What an amazing start to the new school year! 🌟 A HUGE shoutout to Ms. Tracy and Ms. Regina for their tireless efforts in getting almost all of our students registered online. And to our wonderful families—thank you for your cooperation and support in making this registration process a success! Congratulations to Mrs. Garcia's 2nd grade class for winning the online registration contest! They kicked off the year with a sweet treat—donuts! 🍩 Our seniors kicked off their final year with a new tradition—Senior Sunrise! 🌅 They gathered at the football field for breakfast and to watch the sun rise, marking a special moment as they embark on their last first day of high school. Elementary and middle school students were all smiles, reconnecting with friends, enjoying PE with Coach P, and diving into their new classes. We are also thrilled to announce that middle school yearbook planning is in full swing! 📚✨ We can’t wait to see the creative designs and memorable moments captured in this year’s edition. Stay tuned for more updates! Ms. Cooper, our new science teacher, has already made a splash with her exciting, hands-on approach to lessons. Our high schoolers are loving the interactive activities she’s introduced! Here’s to a fantastic year ahead filled with learning, growth, and new adventures. Let’s make it a memorable one! We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow for our first FULL week!

Neida Flores, our homegrown star!" 🌟 Will be our newest team member in the daycare this year. A recent graduate of Tenaha High School's Class of 2024, Neida brings a passion for learning and a deep love for Jesus that will truly enrich our daycare environment. Neida's dedication to personal growth and her commitment to her faith are inspiring. She enjoys spending time alone with God, growing each day, and striving to achieve her goals. Neida aims to study hard to provide a better life for her loved ones, dedicate each day to Jesus Christ, and pursue her dreams to help others achieve theirs. She also plans to further her education to gain more experience and contribute to humanitarian work, a cause she is deeply passionate about. We are excited to have Neida on board and are confident that her caring nature and commitment to making a difference will be a wonderful addition to our team. Welcome, Neida! 🌟

🚨 Important Reminder for Tenaha Elementary Parents : Please pay close attention to dismissal times and locations posted below to ensure a smooth pickup process for all students. Also, please sign and return the Parent/Teacher Compact Form that was sent home today. Additionally, if you pick up your child from the elementary, make sure to sign up for a new car tag to help streamline the pickup process.

Important Notices from TISD:

📚 The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here—it's the first day of school! 🌟 Remember, the first bell rings at 7:42 AM, and classes start promptly at 8:00 AM. Here’s to kicking off a year full of new adventures, learning, and growth. Let’s make it unforgettable! #FirstDayOfSchool #BackToSchool #NewBeginnings

📣 Last but certainly not least, let’s give a big Tiger welcome to Coach Samuel Padgitt! Coach Padgitt joins us as the Assistant Head Coach and QB Coach, bringing 23 years of top-notch experience and a playbook full of winning strategies. A strategic leader and positive motivator, he has served as Offensive Coordinator and QB Coach at Thurgood Marshall High School, Offensive Coordinator and RB Coach at South Oak Cliff High School, and RB Coach/Special Teams Coordinator at John Tyler High School. Coach Padgitt holds an MBA in Educational Leadership from LeTourneau University, a Bachelor of Arts in Communications from Texas Southern University, and an A.S. in Pre-Physical Therapy from Trinity Valley Community College. He is supported by his wife, Jennifer, and their three children: Angelique, Samuel Jr., and Jeremiah. Let’s roar for Coach Samuel Padgitt! 🏈

📣 A big welcome to Tanisha Byrdsong, our new High School Content Mastery Teacher at Tenaha ISD! Tanisha attended Stephen F. Austin University, earning a Bachelor’s of Science in Rehabilitation and a Master’s of Arts in Counseling. With 8 years as a classroom teacher in SPED, 3 years as a school counselor, and 5 years as a vocational counselor, Tanisha brings a wealth of experience to our team. Tanisha is married to Marlon Byrdsong, Head High School Football Coach and Assistant Principal for Tenaha High School. They have two children: Marlon “Deuce” Byrdsong (8th grade) and Michelle Byrdsong (6th grade). Let's give a warm welcome to Tanisha Byrdsong, we are happy to haveyou join the team! 🌟

Important News from Tenaha ISD! Tenaha ISD will continue the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) for the 2024-2025 school year. This means all students will receive free breakfast and lunch, reducing burdens on families and ensuring nutritious meals for every child. 🍎🥪 #TenahaISD #FreeMeals #CEP #HealthyStudents

🌟 We’re thrilled to welcome Nicci Cooper to our school family, who will be joining us as our new high school science teacher! With 9 years of teaching experience, Nicci joins us from Center ISD, bringing a wealth of knowledge and a passion for science education. She earned her bachelor's degree from Sam Houston State University in 2010 and her master's from Stephen F. Austin State University in 2012, where she was part of the award-winning stock horse team. Nicci is dedicated to inspiring the next generation of scientists and is excited to make a positive impact in our classrooms. Outside of teaching, Nicci enjoys life on her family’s chicken, horse, and beef cattle farm with her husband Brandon Cooper and their two children, Brandalyn and Will. Help us give Nicci a warm welcome as she begins this exciting new chapter with us!

🌟🌟 MEMBERSHIP DRIVE 🌟🌟 If you have a student in grades 7th-12th who is an athlete, or if you are a community member who wants to get involved, please consider joining the Tenaha Athletic Booster Club! Looking for ways to get involved and help out all Tenaha Student-Athletes??? Look no further than the Tenaha Athletic Boosters Club!!! Thank you for supporting our student athletes. ☆ The Tenaha Athletic Booster Club currently supports boys and girls sports for students in grades 7th-12th, including football, cross country, basketball, track, tennis, soccer, and cheerleading. Your membership dues and participation in the booster club DIRECTLY benefit all athletes by addressing needs that are not covered by the school.

🎉 We are excited to welcome Lori Gould to our school community! Lori, who recently moved to Tenaha, comes to us with a degree in Athletic Training and a minor in Kinesiology from East Texas Baptist University. As a dedicated 2nd grade paraprofessional, Lori is passionate about working with children and is looking forward to pursuing her teaching certification. Daughter of the late Randall Gould and Dr. William and Janie Holmes, Lori enjoys spending her free time at the lake, connecting with family and friends, and being an active member of FBC Tenaha. Let’s give Lori a warm Tiger welcome as she embarks on this exciting new chapter with us! 🐾✨