Panther Talk
A LOOK AT WHAT IS GOING ON AT MART I.S.D.
November 18, 2024
District News:
24-25 MISD Enrichment Grant Winners Announced
Mart Elementary School:
Mart Elementary Band Needs, Mr. Maciel, $1,447
Future Authors one Brick at a Time! Ms. VanWinkle, $622.06
Destination Inner Space Caverns, 4th, 5th & 6th Grade Teams, $1852.00
From Pages to Projects, Enhancing Literacy with the Wild Robot Books 2 & 3, Ms. Stanford, $269.50
Mart High School:
The Wonder of the World, Mrs. Niemeyer, $281.61
Music Stand Carts, Mr. Maciel, $1,447
Escaping the Traditional Classroom, Coach Schlemmer, $458.00
See it, Speak it, Learn it, Mrs. Kalka, $700.00
CERT in Action, Ms. Waldie, $1996.44,
Headphones for Learning, Coach J. Allison, $1288.83
Total Award: $10,362.44
Thank you Mart Enrichment Foundation for your generous support each year!
Water Plant Tour
Mart students toured the City of Waco water treatment plants Friday to learn more about the process of safe drinking water and possible careers in the field.
Introducing Mart PTO!
Join us in making a positive impact in Mart I.S.D! By becoming a member of the PTO, you help support our students, teachers, and schools through programs, events, and resources that enrich the educational experience. Membership Benefits Include: - Opportunities to connect with other parents and educators - Invitations to special events, meetings, and volunteer opportunities - Direct impact on our school’s programs and activities - Access to information on school updates and initiatives PTO Membership Sign-Up Form: https://forms.gle/LdDNM3ZnHWPRfpsS9 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lbUX93Vt37eW-xnwqAej8Hmc-RLwwnNK/view?usp=sharing
History Spotlight
Fundraisers
Band Booster Club Fundraiser
Support the Mart Band Boosters by purchasing spirit items from their new online store! https://1stplacespiritwear.com/schools/TX/Mart/Mart+High+School+Marching+Band/collection_detail.html
Calendar
This Week
Monday - 4th - 6th Grade GT Painting with a Twist after school, Last day for food drive!
Tuesday - No JAM!
Wednesday - KidVenture at Baptist Church, 6:00-7:30pm, Regular Monthly School Board Meeting, 7pm
Thursday - Elementary school Thanksgiving Luncheon, High School College Day, No JAM!
Friday - No school for students/Staff Development Day
November 25 - 29 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
Looking Ahead
November 25 - 29 - Thanksgiving Break
December 5 - JH OAP contest in Centerville
December 10 - Shepherd's Heart Food Distribution
December 17 - Inner Space Caverns Field Trip 4th-6th Grade
December 18 - 2nd 9 Weeks Assembly and Christmas Program @ ES, 12:30 Release
December 19 - January 6 - Christmas Break
Mart ISD App
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NFHS Network
Hey Panther Fans,
All home athletic events will continue to be streamed live through NFHS network. If you can’t be there in person make sure to tune in at https://www.nfhsnetwork.com and watch your favorite athletes!
Mart I.S.D.
Email: betsy.burnett@mymartisd.org
Website: www.martisd.org
Location: 1100 JL Davis Ave., Mart, TX, USA
Phone: (254) 876-2523
Facebook: facebook.com/MartISD
Twitter: @MartSchoolDistr
Career and Technical Education
Public Notification of Nondiscrimination
Mart ISD offers career and technical education programs in Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources, Business Management & Administration, Education & Training, Health Science, Hospitality & Tourism, Human Services, and Information Technology. Admission to these programs is based on student graduation plan and availability.
It is the policy of Mart ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
It is the policy of Mart ISD not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.
Mart ISD will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.
For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator at betsy.burnett@mymartisd.org, (254) 876-2523, and/or the Section 504 Coordinator at haley.pankonien@mymartisd.org , (254) 876-2672.