Martinsville ISD

Martinsville ISD's 2022 Senior Spotlight Erick Gallegos What clubs/activities/sports have you been involved in? FFA What are your plans after graduation? I plan to attend Angelina College and pursue an Associates Degree in Nursing. Who in your life would you like to thank for helping you get this far? My Mom and my Dad for always supporting me and my goals.

Martinsville ISD's 2022 Senior Spotlight Emma DeRise What has been your most memorable moment during high school at Martinsville ISD? My most memorable moment was when we moved Mr. Perry’s entire room over to the music room with Iris and my sister within the span of a night. What clubs/activities/sports have you been involved in? Family, Career, Community, Leaders of America (4 years) Christians in Action (4 years) One Act Play (4 years) National Honor Society (3 years) Cheerleading (4 years) Student Council (2 years) What are your plans after graduation? I plan to attend Stephen F. Austin and major in Pre-Med/Biology. Afterwards, go to Med School and eventually become an OB/GYN. Who in your life would you like to thank for helping you get this far? My parents, my friends (specifically Madi, Cinthia, and Iris), and some super special teachers-Mr. Perry, Chad, Candra, Mrs. Nichols, Mrs. Adams, Mrs. Roni, and Mrs. Ryan.

In accordance with the American Rescue Plan Act, we have to engage in meaningful consultation with stakeholders on a six-month basis on our Return to In-Person and Continuity of Services Plan. Please take the time and review our current plan (linked below) that will be revised after results of the survey have been reviewed. Below is the link for the survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeL6K5W1hWpzrvfBoGyVqpt6mGEMqSQqcHGbbhk99ll9nETlw/viewform?usp=sf_link Linked below is the In-Person and Continuity of Services Plan: https://5il.co/vhin #PirateNationTX

Calendar Update: Last night the MISD Board of Trustees approved a calendar change to make Friday, May 27 a student holiday/staff workday. Awards Ceremonies will be on Thursday, May 26 as follows: Secondary (7-12) 10 AM Elementary (PK-6) 12:45 PM #PirateNationTX

YEARBOOK REMINDER: Listed below is the direct link to purchase yearbooks. Within this link, personal yearbook ads are also available for purchase. https://www.balfour.com/texas/martinsville/martinsville-school All personal ad designs ( payments and designs) are due by May 13th at 3:25 pm.

Martinsville ISD's 2022 Senior Spotlight Tanner DeGeer What has been your most memorable moment during high school at Martinsville ISD? Getting to build/paint the ag shop trailer What are your plans after graduation? I will be attending Angelina College for welding. Who in your life would you like to thank for helping you get this far? I would like to thank God and my Mother for helping me get this far.

Martinsville ISD's 2022 Senior Spotlight Victoria Burch What has been your most memorable moment during high school at Martinsville ISD? When all of my friends and I were able to go up to the ag shop to eat food that they had made. What clubs/activities/sports have you been involved in? FFA, FCCLA, Theater, CIA What are your plans after graduation? I plan to attend Angelina College in the fall to purse Nursing. Who in your life would you like to thank for helping you get this far? I would like to thank my parents and my best friend Erin Wilson. She has helped me through a lot.

Martinsville ISD's 2022 Senior Spotlight Jesse Adkison What has been your most memorable moment during high school at Martinsville ISD? My most memorable moment has been participating in One Act Play. What clubs/activities/sports have you been involved in? Theater What are your plans after graduation? I plan to attend Panola College. Who in your life would you like to thank for helping you get this far? My Mom

Martinsville ISD's 2022 Senior Spotlight Micheal Adams What has been your most memorable moment during high school at Martinsville ISD? My most memorable moments were the two years that we advanced to state in cross country as a team, and the trips to Round Rock to watch Jhon run the next two years. What clubs/activities/sports have you been involved in? I have been involved in several sports such as baseball, cross country, track, and golf. I have also been a member of student council and CIA, as well as being the Vice-President and President of National Honor Society and Senior Class President. What are your plans after graduation? I plan to attend Texas A&M University and obtain a degree in Geographic Information Systems and Technology. Who in your life would you like to thank for helping you get this far? I would like to thank my mother for enduring 3 long years of teaching her favorite son. I would also like to thank Mrs. Roni for going out of her way every single day to help others.

At this time the athletic banquet is still scheduled to begin at 6 PM. Please exercise individual discretion and caution driving to the event. Thank you and be safe. #PirateNationTX

FCCLA will be hosting its last blood drive of the school year on Tuesday, May 24, 2022 from 8 AM-2 PM. Donors will receive a FREE beach towel. For full details, visit the flyer here: https://5il.co/19vvu If you wish to sign up, please go here: https://www.commitforlife.org/donor/schedules/drive_schedule/335115 #PirateNationTX

Reminder Pirate Nation: All 11th grade students will take their U.S. History STAAR EOC, tomorrow, Wednesday, May 4th, 2022. It is very important for your student to have a good night's rest, eat a healthy breakfast at home or in the cafeteria, bring their charged Chromebook, and be on time for school! By working together your child can have both a positive and successful testing experience! Go Pirates! #PirateNationTX

Recently, Ryder Dillard and Jaxson McNutt both advanced to state for Junior High Rodeo. Jaxson is Reserve Bareback Champion and Ryder is Team Roping Heeler Champion, as well as qualifying in breakaway roping. They will travel to Gonzales, TX later this month for their opportunity to advance to Nationals. Way to go guys! #PirateNationTX

Reminder Pirate Nation: Students enrolled in Algebra 1, will take their Algebra 1 STAAR EOC, tomorrow, Tuesday, May 3rd, 2022. It is very important for your student to have a good night's rest, eat a healthy breakfast at home or in the cafeteria, bring their charged Chromebook, and be on time for school! By working together your child can have both a positive and successful testing experience! Go Pirates! #PirateNationTX

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: May 5th- Athletic Banquet 6:00 pm May 12th - Ag Banquet 6:30 pm May 13th- Fun Day May 19th- Scholarship Banquet 7:00 pm May 20th- CTE Crawfish Boil May 25th- Graduation Set-Up May 26th- Kindergarten Graduation 6:00 pm - 8th Grade Graduation 7:00 pm May 27th- High School Graduation 7:00 pm

Attention Pirate Nation: Wish these girls GOOD LUCK as they compete at the State Forages Contest in Huntsville today! #PirateNationTX #MartinsvilleFFA

ATHLETICS: The Athletic Banquet will take place May 5th at 6 pm in the gym.

We have had 3 outstanding students (Sarai Velasquez, Cinthia Rios, and Emma DeRise) advance to nationals in FCCLA! Help them Sock-it to San Diego by purchasing fun and comfy socks! The website will close on Friday, May 13, so get your orders in quick! https://go.wehelptwo.com/campaign/?campaignid=17094 #PirateNationTX

YEARBOOK: Listed below is the direct link to purchase yearbooks. Within this link, personal yearbook ads are also available for purchase. https://www.balfour.com/texas/martinsville/martinsville-school All personal ad designs are due by May 13th at 3:25 pm.

Good Luck to these Pirates as they compete today at the Regional UIL Academic Meet!! #PirateNationTX