Plainview ISD

**Parents friendly reminder that students go back on 10/22. Thanks!! **Padres, recuerden que los estudiantes regresan el 22/10.

🎶 Introducing the Interim New Band Director for the Plainview High School Powerhouse of the Plains Band: Jerry Hernandez 🎶 We are excited to announce that Jerry Hernandez will be taking on the role of Band Director for the Plainview High School Powerhouse of the Plains Band! With his rich musical background and dedication to student success, we are confident that he will lead our Powerhouse of the Plains! Mr. Hernandez holds an undergraduate degree in Music Education from Texas A&M University-Kingsville and a Graduate Degree in Music Performance from Texas Tech University. He began his career as an assistant band director at Levelland High School in 2002, where he served for 3 years before becoming the Director of Bands for 8 years. Since 2013, he has been the Head Junior High Director in Plainview, where he has mentored and inspired countless students through music. He has seen his students rise to the top, both individually and as a group, achieving state-level recognition. Mr. Hernandez believes that helping students reach their full potential is the most important aspect of his new role. "I want students to believe they can achieve what others think is impossible," he shares. Through determination, dedication, and discipline, Mr. Hernandez aims to instill valuable life skills that students will carry beyond the band room. Mr. Hernandez plans to foster strong communication and invite parents and the community to be actively involved in the band's journey. He hopes to offer more opportunities for the band to perform within the community, as he believes students find great joy in sharing their music with others. Furthermore, Mr. Hernandez is supported by his wife, Denise Hernandez, and their three children: Isaac, Joseph, and Abigail. The Hernandez family is deeply invested in the band program and loves attending performances whenever possible. When he's not working with the band, he enjoys reading, exercising, and spending time outdoors, particularly working on his yard. We are thrilled to have Mr. Jerry Hernandez leading the Powerhouse of the Plains Band and look forward to the incredible music and achievements that lie ahead! 🎶

Parents/Students: Please check w/ coaches and fine arts directors for next week's schedule. To stay competitive with schools in our district that don’t have fall breaks like we do, practices may be called. We value our break but continue to prepare our students to compete with the best. Thanks for your support!

📢 Substitute Teacher Testing Reminder 📢 We are still accepting Substitute Teacher applicants! Substitute Teacher testing for October is this Friday, October 11th. If you’re interested in joining our team, be sure to apply! https://www.applitrack.com/plainview/onlineapp/default.aspx?all=1

On Monday, October 7th, 2024, Plainview High School proudly sent a delegation to the SkillsUSA District 3 Fall Leadership Conference at AmTech Career Academy in Amarillo, TX. This group, consisting of students from both PHS & PCHS Culinary Arts and Law Enforcement programs, was co-advised by Mrs. Madrigil and Chef Garcia, who are dedicated to reviving the SkillsUSA program at PHS. We also want to extend a huge thank you to our anonymous T-shirt sponsor for ensuring our students showcased their Bulldog pride! SkillsUSA offers unmatched opportunities for students to develop essential career and leadership skills, from communication and teamwork to technical expertise. By joining SkillsUSA, students not only grow in their field of study but also gain access to travel, scholarships, service projects, and competitions. Whether you plan to go to college or enter the workforce, SkillsUSA is your launch pad for success. A special shoutout to all the teachers and advisors who make it possible—your dedication helps shape future leaders!

🎃 A Big Thank You to At’l Do Farms! 🎃 We want to extend a huge thank you to At’l Do Farms for their generous donation of 100 pie-sized pumpkins for our In Plain View event! Thanks to their support, our community had the chance to get creative and paint pumpkins, making the event even more special. Your generosity helps bring our community together in the best way possible. We appreciate you! 🧡 Check out At’l Do Farms for all your farm-fresh needs: At’l Do Farms

🍂 Reminder: Fall Break is next week! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🍂 Recordatorio: ¡El receso de otoño es la próxima semana! https://www.plainviewisd.org/page/pisd-upcoming-events

🚨Transportation Update for Marching Contest Trip to Denver City🚨 This morning, we encountered an unexpected situation when the charter bus company we contracted to transport our band students to their marching contest in Denver City failed to arrive as scheduled. Despite having a confirmed purchase order and having reconfirmed the arrangements on Friday October 4th, the charter buses did not show up. In response, our transportation partner, First Student, immediately stepped in to resolve the issue. They quickly dispatched four buses and two yellow school buses to ensure our students could make it to their event safely and on time. We appreciate the swift response from First Student and are grateful for their dedication to our students and community. Thank you for your understanding and support.

ATTENTION Schedule Change! 🚨 The Plainview High School Band will now perform at 6:00 PM instead of 3:45 PM in Denver City today. Please help us spread the word!!

🏐 It’s GAME DAY! Our Lady Bulldogs are taking on Monterey TONIGHT at the Doghouse in our Pink Out Game in support of breast cancer awareness. 💖 Wear your pink and come out to show your support for our girls! Let’s pack the stands and cheer them on to victory! 🙌 📍 The Doghouse 🎟️ Link for tickets: www.vancoevents.com/us/eventlist/plainviewisd 📸 Photo credit: Elite Media Sports Let’s go, Lady Bulldogs! 🐾💪 #PinkOut #GoBulldogs #BreastCancerAwareness #PISDVolleyball #PlainviewISD

🎃🍂 Fall-O-Ween Parade – Open for Community Participation! 🍂🎃 We’re excited to announce that The Blackness is hosting the Fall-O-Ween Parade on October 17—and we want YOU to join the fun! This parade is all about celebrating everything we love about fall, and we invite community members to take part in the festivities! 🌟 How to Participate: All community groups, families, and individuals are welcome to join in the parade! Show off your fall spirit with creative costumes, floats, or decorations. 🗓️ Parade Date: October 17 📅 Sign-up Deadline: October 14 Don’t miss your chance to be part of this fantastic event! Click here: https://forms.gle/1JQMW3Yh8tb7k53W9 to sign up, or for more details. Let’s come together to make this the most festive fall celebration yet! 🍁 #FallOWeenParade #CommunityEvent #CelebrateFall #TheBlackness #PlainviewISD

📢 Attention, Texas High Schools! October is Fentanyl Poisoning Awareness Month, and Governor Greg Abbott is encouraging schools to raise awareness of this critical issue. 🎥 Download the PSA video here: https://vimeo.com/user156401492/review/1014142784/48ba774014 📝 Confirm participation by filling out this brief survey: https://www.uiltexas.org/machform/view.php?id=1050191 Let’s come together to help spread this important message and protect our communities from the dangers of fentanyl. Your support matters! #FentanylAwareness #ProtectOurYouth #TexasHighSchools #PISD

Exciting News! 🎉 Yesterday, our town’s Mayor Starnes visited to present us with a special proclamation in honor of Teacher Appreciation Day on October 5th! Here he presented it to all our principals. We’re so proud to celebrate the amazing teachers in our district who dedicate their time and energy to shaping the future. 📚✨ Let’s come together to show our gratitude for their hard work and commitment! #TeacherAppreciation #ThankYouTeachers #CommunitySupport #PlainviewISD #TBW

¡📢 ¡Nombra a un Empleado de PISD para el Premio Bulldog! 🏆 ¿Conoces a un maestro, miembro del personal o administrador que se destaque por su amabilidad, integridad y respeto? ¡Nomínalos para nuestro nuevo "Premio Bulldog"! Cada mes, reconoceremos a un empleado excepcional en nuestra reunión de la Junta Escolar. 👉 Haz clic aquí para enviar tu nominación: https://www.plainviewisd.org/page/bulldog-award ¡Vamos a unirnos para reconocer el increíble trabajo que se realiza en Plainview ISD!

📢 **Nominate a PISD Employee for The Bulldog Award!** 🏆 Do you know a teacher, staff member, or administrator who goes above and beyond with kindness, integrity, and respect? Nominate them for our new "Bulldog Award"! Each month, we’ll honor one exceptional employee at our Board Meeting. 👉 Click here to submit your nomination: https://www.plainviewisd.org/page/bulldog-award Let’s come together to recognize the incredible work happening in Plainview ISD!

PISD Families! Join us for a FREE community event today, from 5:00-7:00PM. At 16th St. Park. There will be fun activities for the whole family, food, and entertainment! Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to connect w/our town. We hope to see you there! https://www.plainviewisd.org/page/pisd-upcoming-events

🎓 College Application Day at Plainview High Collegiate! 🎓 On Friday, our seniors took a major step towards their futures by participating in College Application Day! 📝🎉 We’re so proud of our students as they work hard to achieve their dreams and explore college opportunities. A special thank you to the amazing colleges who came out to support and guide our students during this exciting process. Your presence made a huge difference, and we’re grateful for your partnership in shaping the future of our Bulldogs! 🌟

Shoutout to our incredible HOSA members who spent their Saturday, September 28, serving up spaghetti for Meals on Wheels! 🍝❤️ These students are not only building their skills but also giving back to the community. Their hard work will count towards their HOSA community service hours, but the impact they’ve made goes far beyond that. We're so proud of their dedication and service!

📖 The Power of Read Alouds: Why We Use Them at PISD! At PISD, our teachers use Read Alouds to help students develop important literacy skills. When teachers read aloud in class, they: ✨ Model fluent reading ✨ Build vocabulary and language skills ✨ Improve listening comprehension ✨ Spark imagination and creativity But the benefits don’t stop in the classroom! Reading aloud at home—even just 10-15 minutes a day—can have a huge impact on your child’s literacy growth. Let them choose the book and enjoy the time together as they explore new stories and ideas! 🧠📚 Looking for great Read Alouds in English and Spanish? Check out this link: https://www.scholastic.com/parents/home.html Together, we can help children develop a lifelong love for reading. 💖 #PlainviewISD #PlainviewBulldogs #PlainviewSchools

Parents and community of PISD: Region 16 is offering a free Zoom Parent Learning Series this Thursday, Sept. 26, from 6-7 PM on “Social Media Do’s and Don’ts.” Space is limited, so if you're interested, sign up today: https://pfetexas.net/parentlearning