Week of February 13

The San Marcos HS Wrestling team traveled to the Berry Center in Cypress, Texas for the UIL State Wrestling Tournament where our Rattlers competed against the best in the state February 17-18. Congratulations to our Rattlers on a fantastic season!

Junior Anisa Moreno - 4th in the State

Senior Jesyka Banda - 5th in the State

Senior Kaylynn Martin - 6th in the State

Our San Marcos Rattlers secured the 27-6A District Champion title on Tuesday, February 14, after defeating the East Central Hornets 75-61. This is the program’s first district title since the 1998-1999 season. Catch the first round of playoffs at Canyon High School, next Tuesday, February 21, to cheer on the Rattlers as they strive for the title of Bi-District Champs. #DontDoubtUs

Valentines's Day in Mrs. Guess' class was a special one for the 4th grade students at Mendez Elementary. Rather than just a traditional class party, Mrs. Guess treated all of her students to a blind date with her favorite classroom tool - an exciting book. Each student was gifted a wrapped book to ensure their love for reading continues!

On February 15, students in an advanced culinary arts class taught by Daniel Reinhard worked to serve a chicken and waffles meal for San Marcos CISD teachers and staff. Learning Lunches provides students the opportunity to experience what it’s like to work in the culinary industry. Each student has a role during every Learning Lunch whether it’s preparing the food, plating the meal or working the front of house.

Texas Education Agency Commissioner, Mike Morath, visited Rodriguez Elementary this afternoon. Morath joined in on the engaging lessons, heard first-hand student voice and praised our teachers for their high quality instruction.

In the spirit of Kindness Week, Travis Counselor, Marisa Perez, hosted Travis 5th grade students on February 13 and had students participate in social emotional learning activities. Perez and Travis staff created a safe space for students to talk about about their feelings and taught different techniques of handling hard situations.

The letters Q and U were married on Valentine’s Day in front of Mendez Elementary kindergartners. The two letters came together in matrimony to make words such as question, equal, quest and quarterback. Both letters said, “I do,” to much fanfare from the students.

February 13 marked the 100th Day of School. The day featured much fanfare with celebrations and parades at schools across SMCISD.

DeZavala Elementary participated in the National African American Read-In on February 17. Books were read to students either aloud or through video that centered around African American books and authors.

Members of the Superintendent’s Student Leadership Council met for their monthly lunch meeting on February 13, where they discussed qualities found in leaders. Student leaders from across San Marcos CISD’s campuses gathered at San Marcos High School’s library to discuss leadership skills and qualities during an hour-long meeting. Students were asked to consider what leadership skills they possess and how they would like to grow as leaders during the meeting.

Hernandez Elementary hosted Happy Heart Night on February 16. The event featured a night of arts, crafts and games for students.

Crockett Elementary handed out awards to its classes and students on February 17. Students on the A-B honor roll and A honor roll were recognized. Crockett also recognized students with individual awards for empathy. Classes also received awards such as the golden broom for cleanliness; golden clock for attendance; and golden book for remembering their books and badges. Grades competed against each other for the spirit stick.

Congratulations to several San Marcos High School students who took part in the District 10 Skills USA Cosmetology contest. Contestants took a written exam in their contest area, turned in a resume, took part in a job interview and showed off their skills.

Sara Pruitt won gold in esthetics. Mia Paredes took home silver in esthetics. Jesyka Banda earned gold and Edgar Sanchez-Saldana received a silver award in barbering. In nail art, Sulma Lemuz won gold and Rosa Rodriguez earned bronze. In cosmetology jr., Andrea Muro Bravo took home silver. Each student has advanced to the state competition in Corpus Christi in March.

San Marcos CISD celebrated our district School Resources Officers (SRO) in honor of SRO Appreciation Day on Wednesday, February 15. Thank you for serving our SMCISD families, students, and staff!