A letter from the Superintendent:
🏈 **Join Us for a Bulldog-Filled Morning!** 🐾
This Saturday, come out and support our Plainview Bulldogs!
We’re kicking off the day with a football scrimmage at 8:00 AM, followed by our annual **Meet the Bulldogs** event at 10:00 AM for all fall sports teams.
Bring your family, friends, and Bulldog spirit to cheer on our athletes and meet the incredible teams representing Plainview this season! Let’s show our community pride! 🎉
#PlainviewBulldogs #BulldogPride #FallSports #CommunitySupport
📝 Maximize Your Meet-the-Teacher Moment! 🏫
Parents, tomorrow’s the big day! With just a few minutes to connect with your child’s teacher, here are quick tips to make the most of it:
1. Quick Intro: Introduce yourself and your child.
2. Share One Key Detail: Let the teacher know one important thing about your child—a strength, need, or special interest.
3. Pickup/Drop-Off: Confirm the routine and mention any special arrangements.
4. Communication: Ask how the teacher prefers to stay in touch.
5. Set a Goal: Share one hope or goal you have for your child this school year.
6. Show Support: End on a positive note by expressing your excitement for the year and your willingness to collaborate.
Let’s make the most of this opportunity to set the tone for a great school year! 🎒📚
Reminder for PISD Parents: 🗓️ Tomorrow is Meet the Teacher Day! 🎒
Join us at all elementary campuses from 2-4 PM to meet your child’s teacher and get ready for an amazing school year! See you there! 🌟
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Recordatorio para los padres de PISD: 🗓️ ¡Mañana es el Día de Conocer al Maestro! 🎒
Únase a nosotros en todas las escuelas primarias de 2 a 4 PM para conocer al maestro de su hijo y prepararse para un año escolar increíble. ¡Nos vemos allí! 🌟
🌟 Welcome Jessica Strickland: Our New Head Girls' Soccer Coach! 🌟
We are thrilled to announce Coach Jessica Strickland as the new Head Coach for our girls' soccer team! Coach Strickland brings a wealth of experience and passion for soccer to our school. She has been coaching competitive soccer for 10 years and holding a US Soccer grassroots license. Notably, she was the Head Coach for Dickinson High School girls' soccer during their inaugural season in 2020.
Her playing career is equally impressive, starting soccer at age 6 and playing competitively from age 12. She was a varsity starter for all 3 years at Coronado High School in Lubbock, earning MVP, 1st team all-district, and Newcomer of the Year awards. Coach Strickland also played for Texas Tech Club in 2016-2017.
Coach Strickland aims to instill a love for soccer in her players while teaching them leadership, teamwork, and discipline. She believes in mastering the basics and foundational aspects of the game with a "Team before me" attitude, summarized as “We > I”. She enjoys seeing athletes grow and understand that growth is about mastering the game and developing as a team and individual players.
Coach Strickland is excited to give back to her community by sharing her knowledge and passion for the game. Outside of coaching, she enjoys training with her club coach, attending concerts, floating the river, white water rafting, and shoe shopping with her family.
She and her husband Daniel, of 16 years, have three children: Keaden (18), Kolbee (16), and Knox (14), all of whom have played soccer.
Join us in welcoming Coach Jessica Strickland to our school and supporting her as she leads our girls' soccer team to new heights! GO LADY BULLDOGS!!!
Our incredible Intermediate Staff Members embraced an exciting challenge this morning to make a positive impact on our Plainview community! Divided into five dynamic teams, they each received an envelope of cash and had just one hour to bring their ideas to life. Here’s the outcome:
✅ Greeted and shared donuts with Westridge Manor residents and staff
✅ Contributed money towards the purchase of groceries for customers at Amigos
✅ Contributed money towards the purchase of school supplies for customers at Wal-Mart
✅ Visited the Crisis Center of the Plains to make a donation and learn more about the valuable services they provide
✅Smiles shared across many ages!
The football season kicked off at 12:01 Monday morning with the annual Midnight Madness football practice. Fans were able to enjoy food vendors, shop for merchandise, hear the band, cheer with the cheerleaders and get a first glimpse of this year's football players.
The next chance to see the team in action will be Saturday morning at 8am for the Back the Red and Blue intersquad scrimmage. Following the scrimmage, the community will have a chance to Meet the Bulldogs as all the players and coaches for the fall sports will be introduced. Make plans to attend and support your Bulldogs! #TBW
📣 Join Us for a Special Evening! 📣
Parents, we invite you to your child's elementary school this Sunday evening from 5-7 PM for an uplifting event! Let's fill the sidewalks with encouraging messages for our students as they begin the new school year. Chalk will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis, so come early and spread some positivity!
This is for North, Central and South Elementaries.
SPREAD THE WORD! We look forward to seeing your inspiring words and colorful creations! 🌟✨
#plainviewisd #plainviewschooldistrict #PlainviewBulldogs #YearoftheBulldog
📅 PISD Families: Don't Miss These Important Dates Before School Starts! 📚
🎉 Plainview ISD Convocation 2024-2025! 🎉
-The Year of the Bulldog-
This morning, we officially started the 2024-2025 school year with all staff returning and having our annual convocation! Our Student Council officers kicked things off, followed by the ROTC presenting the flags. Lori Johnson beautifully sang the National Anthem, setting a patriotic tone for the event. We were honored to have our Board members in attendance, including Board President Adam Soto, Vice President Sylvia De La Garza and board member Danny Salazar who shared inspiring words.
Special speeches were delivered by our Educators of the Year, Christina Martinez (North Elementary) and Olivia Standfield (intermediate elementary), highlighting the dedication and passion of our teachers. Dr. H.T. Sanchez also addressed the audience with an uplifting speech speaking about what it is to be a PISD Bulldog. Our guest speaker, Rodney Wallace, Ash Principal, shared an impactful message: "We either grow children or we bury them with the dirt we plant with them." His words reminded us of the powerful influence educators have on shaping the future.
It was a fantastic start to the new school year, filled with inspiration and excitement. Here's to a great year ahead! 🎓📚✨
📣 Congratulations, to our Vice President Board Member Sylvia De La Garza! 🎉
We are thrilled to announce that Mrs. De La Garza has been accepted into the Leadership TASB Class of 2025! This prestigious program brings together 35 outstanding school board leaders from across Texas who are dedicated to strengthening their governance and leadership skills.
Leadership TASB was developed by the Texas Association of School Boards in 1993, designed specifically by school board members for school board members. It represents TASB's commitment to providing visionary leadership to Texas school boards. The program was created in response to a request from the TASB Board of Directors to increase board member involvement and offer advanced educational training and leadership opportunities.
Since its inception, Leadership TASB has grown into the premier training program for school board members in Texas. We are proud to see Mrs. De La Garza join this exceptional group of leaders and look forward to the insights and growth she will bring back to our district!
Join us for Midnight Madness as our Plainview Bulldogs kick off the season with their first community event! Starting at 12:00 AM, let's rally together and show our team spirit! 🐾🏈
Welcoming Daniel Fitzgerald: Director of Teaching and Learning & CTE
We're thrilled to announce Daniel Fitzgerald as our new Director of Teaching and Learning and Career Technical Education (CTE). Daniel's educational journey began with a Bachelor's in History Education, followed by a Master's in Educational Administration from Wayland Baptist University. His experience spans from being a Teacher and Coach at Dimmitt ISD to serving as PISD Secondary Instructional Coordinator, PHS Associate Principal, and Principal at Olton High School.
Driven by a passion to emulate the great educators who influenced him, Daniel is committed to working alongside faculty and staff to support student achievement. His key goals include fostering a collaborative environment that enhances the teaching and learning experience across all campuses. He aims to provide top-notch facilities and resources for CTE programs, giving students access to the best college, career, and military opportunities, as well as industry-based certifications. Daniel believes in empowering students with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in their post-high school endeavors.
His guiding philosophy, "You're either coaching it or allowing it to happen," underscores his belief in proactive leadership.
In his personal life, Daniel enjoys yard work, grilling, working out, and staying active in his church community. He is married to Felicia, who is studying to become an RN, and they have a son, Ethan, who is set to attend SPC in Levelland this Fall.
Please join us in welcoming Daniel Fitzgerald as he steps into this pivotal role. We look forward to the positive impact he'll bring to our district!
Let the games begin! The Plainview Bulldog Tennis Team opened the competitive 2024-25 school year hosting Pampa and Brownfield in team competitions on Thursday. The Bulldogs beat Pampa in the morning session 8-6 before beating Brownfield 14-8. The Bulldogs will be on the court again this morning facing Canyon at the PHS Tennis Courts. Come out and support your Bulldogs!
🚨🔥 Plainview Bulldogs, It's Time to SHINE! 🔥🚨
Our very own Jeremiah Guitron is up for the title of best linebacker in the Lubbock area as we head into the 2024 high school football season! 🏆
Let's rally behind our Bulldog and show everyone what Plainview BULLDOG PRIDE is all about! lets show them "THE BULLDOG WAY!" Go Bulldogs! 🐾💪
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Yesterday our Plainview Bulldog Coaches united for an inspiration kickoff meeting and message. 💪🏽🏅
Tim Siegel, executive director of the Team Luke Hope for Minds Foundation, addressed the Plainview ISD coaching staff to remind them of the impact they have on the lives of the students they coach. Siegel shared the story of his son, Luke, who suffered a traumatic brain injury, and the lessons he learned from being Luke’s caretaker after the injury. In his closing remarks, Siegel recounted a comment someone made to him: “Luke made an impact without ever saying a word.” His message reminded the coaches that simple acts and words of encouragement can have a profound effect on others, and he urged them to be intentional in their actions.
The coaches’ meeting began with a brief message from Athletic Director Adrian Alfaro. Alfaro emphasized the importance of togetherness for this school year, stating that each sport is strengthened by the support of all other sports and that each coach benefits from the support of their colleagues. Plainview ISD Superintendent, Dr. H.T. Sanchez, followed Coach Alfaro’s message with an acknowledgment and appreciation for the work the coaches have done for the youth of Plainview. “I’ve seen kids on sports fields this summer. The gyms have been open. On the fields, in the camps, they get to learn from you, and you have an impact on the community,” Sanchez said. He reminded the coaches that, for many of the athletes, they serve as parental figures. Through athletics, the students receive guidance, accountability, and someone willing to teach them about sports and life. Dr. Sanchez concluded his message by encouraging the coaches to pay forward the positive influences they received from their own coaches to the next generation.
Coach Siegel then shared part of his personal story, highlighting "Seven Inspirations from Luke," a list of lessons he learned through his experience with his son. The first inspiration is "Find Your Passion," which Siegel explained is not just about having a passion for one's sport, but also for the school, athletes, and fellow coaches. The next is "Don’t Ever Quit," a message Siegel illustrated with an anecdote about a stranger who encouraged him during a difficult time by saying, “I’m praying for you. One foot in front of the other,” before walking away. Siegel encouraged the coaches to "Lean on Friends and Family," stressing the importance of asking others how they are doing, especially when they seem down, and of seeking help when needed instead of bottling up emotions.
He continued through the list of inspirations without elaborating on all of them. The list also includes "Be Careful/Make Good Choices," "Have Faith," "Find Forgiveness," and "Legacy (Let a loved one’s legacy live on through you)." Coach Siegel concluded his talk by distributing "Fight Like Luke" wristbands to the coaches and gathering them for a group photo. Coach Siegel has also authored two books based on his experiences following Luke’s accident, titled "It’s In God’s Hands" and "Fight Like Luke." Several coaches received a copy of "Fight Like Luke" during the meeting.
For more information on Tim Siegel and the Team Luke Hope for Minds Foundation, visit the following link: Team Luke – Hope For Minds (teamlukehopeforminds.org)
🌟 Celebrating Robin Sweeney: Partner of the Year for Exceptional Student Services! 🌟
We are thrilled to announce that Robin Sweeney, our dedicated high school counselor, has been honored as the Partner of the Year for Exceptional Student Services! 🎉 This prestigious recognition, awarded by the federal TRIO program LEARN, celebrates individuals who have made outstanding contributions to supporting and enhancing student services.
Robin is starting her 20th year with PISD, having served as a 7th-grade counselor at Coronado Junior High for 8 years and now in her 12th year at PHS. With 38 years in education, including 9 years as a language arts teacher, Robin brings a wealth of experience and passion to her role. She holds both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Northwestern Oklahoma State University.
Outside of work, Robin enjoys spending time with her family. She has been married to Dr. Kevin Sweeney, a professor at WBU, for 33 years. They have two children, Duncan and Morgan, both PHS graduates, and two grandchildren, Memphis and Sawyer.
Robin’s passion lies in building relationships and supporting students and families. Whether guiding students through college applications, helping them pursue scholarships, or offering support for personal issues, she is dedicated to making a positive impact. Her strong rapport with students is one of her greatest strengths. She shared, "The PHS counselors ordered new shirts that say, 'Your life is worth my time.' I feel that is my mantra in school and in life."
The "Partners of the Year" award celebrates those who go above and beyond in their commitment to student success, demonstrating exceptional dedication and service in educational settings. We are incredibly proud of Robin for this well-deserved recognition and celebrate the exceptional work of the entire PHS counseling team. Congratulations, Robin! 🎓💖
🏈🐾 Bulldog Football Camp 🐾🏈
Excitement is building as our Plainview Bulldogs get ready to kick off the football season! While our high school athletes are gearing up for Midnight Madness, starting at midnight Monday morning, our younger athletes have been having a blast at the Bulldog Football Camp this week.
Led by the PHS coaching staff, the camp has been a fantastic opportunity for our aspiring future Bulldogs to learn basic football skills, develop teamwork, and have fun. We’re proud of the effort and enthusiasm shown by all the participants!
Let’s cheer on our young athletes and get ready for an unforgettable season of Bulldog football! 🐾🎉
**For more photos on our athletic programs don't forget to check out the Plainview Athletics Page**
#BulldogFootball #PlainviewBulldogs #PlainviewSchoolDistrict #MidnightMadness #FutureBulldogs
Plainview ISD Board Reviewed the upcoming school year budget, for 2024-2025, this past Thursday.
Josh Collins, Head Volleyball Coach at Southwestern Oklahoma State University, hosted a team volleyball camp at the Dog House this week. Several Lady Bulldog players took advantage of the opportunity to sharpen their skills before the season begins in a few days.
