Snyder Junior High School

Congratulations to the new Snyder Junior High Student Council members for the 2024-2025 school year! Aaliyah Garza, Davian Thamez, Conley Cook, Malachi McGowan, A'rayleh Collins, Diznee Silva, Isidro Flores, Oakley Vasquez, Lennon Mandela, Khallon Rubio, Sonny Barboza, Cezar Chavez, Sophia Leija, Jeremiah Hernandez Gonzalez, Trevor Mebane, and Brantely Counts #snydertigers #stuco

Would you like to promote school spirit and participate in the SHS Band? Keep reading to learn more about the SHS Color Guard Tryouts for the 2024-2025 school year!

Any current 8th grader or high school student is eligible to try out. All tryout materials will be taught; no experience is required!

Practice in STAAR Gym @ 5 PM on the following days:
Tuesday 2/13
Thursday 2/15
Tuesday 2/20
Thursday 2/22
Tuesday 2/27
Thursday 2/29
Tuesday 3/5
Thursday 3/7

Mandatory Parent/Student Meeting: 3/7 @ 6 PM
Tryout date: Tuesday, 3/12 @ 5 PM

Email questions to zlewis@snyderisd.net

Do you know what #schoolcounselors really do? Spoiler alert: It’s a lot! This week, we’re celebrating their dedication to all students. Thank you to our school counselors, Mrs. Wall, Mrs. Faulkenbery, Mrs. Cowley, Ms. Beaver, and Mrs. Andrews! #NSCW24 #snydertigers

During the afternoon route, the driver of Bus 11 overheard a student make a concerning statement to another student. They immediately informed the school resource officer and administration, and the bus stopped at the intermediate school. Two students were interviewed and exited the bus. Their parents were notified of the situation. The rest of the students are safe and on their way home.

Students, teachers, and families should report any possible threat or concern to the right authorities. We appreciate the students and the bus driver who reported the situation promptly, enabling the authorities to respond quickly.

How to Report a Concern
If you observe any suspicious activity or have any concerns, report them immediately to the school administration or the police. For non-urgent concerns, you may use the “See Something, Say Something” form, which you can find at www.snyderisd.net/safety.

If you are interested in trying out for SHS cheerleader or mascot for the 2024-2025 school year, take note of these important dates and tasks:

• Indicate your interest by completing this form no later than 4pm on Thursday, February 15th: bit.ly/SHSCheerTryouts

• Mandatory meeting with parent/guardian and candidate
Wednesday 2/21 at 6:00 pm in the SHS Cafeteria

• Practice: Monday 2/26, Tuesday 2/27, Thursday 2/29, Monday 3/4, Tuesday 3/5, Thursday 3/7, Monday 3/11, Tuesday 3/13, Wednesday 3/14 (mandatory)

• Tryouts: Thursday 3/14

• Fittings: Tuesday 3/26
#gotigers #snydertigers

Congratulations to two Snyder ISD Administrators who were voted to be among the best in Scurry County!
Best School Administrator
John Rush, Snyder Junior High Principal

Best Coach
Wes Wood, Athletic Director, Head Football Coach

On Saturday, January 20, the 7th Grade A team placed 3rd at the A team Andrews Tournament. Coach Rios said, "We placed at both tournaments, and we're looking forward to our last two games of the season. This group has a passion for basketball and loves playing together. I'm super proud of them for always trying their best and willing to improve every day!" Back row (left to right): Jacie Welsh, Adrianna Melhado, and Hannah Rangel Front row (left to right): Eva Rosas, Valentina Navarez, and Sarai Castillo

7th Grade A Team Tournament Champs! Great job Lady Tigers!

Good morning Tigers! We're so glad you are back! Here's what's happening this week: https://www.parentsquare.com/feeds/27767198

While this might look like just a fun project, Snyder Junior High STEM students were given an "Elf on the Shelf" scene project. The students were challenged to use steps from the engineering design process when creating their elf on the shelf scene.

Reminder!
Friday, December 22 Early Dismissal
Snyder Primary School
Pre K & Kinder: 11:00 am
1st grade: 11:25 am
2nd & 3rd grade: 11:35 am

Snyder Intermediate School: 11:50 am

Snyder Junior High & Snyder High School: 12:00 pm

December 25-January 8
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We hope everyone has a safe and enjoyable holiday season! Staff, we will see you on Monday, January 8th and students, we will see you on Tuesday, January 9th!

With Christmas falling on a Monday this year, we know it gives little time for staff and families to travel and prepare for the holiday. I’ve spoken with board members and principals, and we’ve determined our Friday activities can be shifted to accommodate a little extra time off. Therefore, schools will dismiss early on Friday, December 22, 2023.

I want to thank our staff and students for their work this fall semester, and I look forward to an even better Spring. We still have important work to do in school. Let’s finish the year strong: be present daily and make the most of every moment.

Bob Rauch
Superintendent of Schools
Snyder ISD

It's show day for SJH One Act! Snyder Junior High Students have been working hard preparing for their performance of "The Marvelous Playbill." The UIL competition will be held at Big Spring High School beginning at 1:00 pm. Snyder Junior High is set to perform second and the public is welcome to attend.

The Awards Show is scheduled for 5:00 PM. Break a leg SJH OAP!

Our primary, intermediate, and junior high Academic UIL teams compete today! Please join us in wishing them all the best. We know they will represent Snyder well!

To help students in our community this holiday season, SJHS students are holding a food drive to collect food items over the next few weeks. Each day for 12 days, a certain item from the Blessings in a Bag’s wish list will be collected and donated. Please see the calendar below to find out which items are requested on which days. Feel free to substitute other items if you don’t have something on the calendar. The WIN class that brings the most items will earn $100 in SJH Cash daily. Students will deliver items to their WIN teacher.

Snyder Junior High band students traveled to San Angelo this weekend and auditioned for the All-Region band. These students have been working for months to prepare their music for the audition.

Join us in congratulating the following students:
Destin Dagani, 1st chair on euphonium
Colton Banta, 2nd chair on bass clarinet
Jaeden Garza, 15th chair on alto saxophone

We also want to thank SJH Band Instructor Skyler Baker for her encouragement and diligence in helping these students succeed!

The Snyder Tigers represented our community well at the Special Olympics Bowling Tournament in San Angelo! Whitney Wyatt served as the coach and sponsor.

Congratulations to all of the athletes who participated!
Bradley Dunnam- 6th Grade, 1st Place Gold Medal
Arianna Castro- 7th Grade, 3rd Place Bronze Medal
Asrael Courtney- 9th Grade, 6th Place
Jorge Saldana-10th Grade, 2nd Place Silver Medal

1st Picture (L to R)- Coach Whitney Wyatt, Jack Johnson, Asrael Courtney, Jorge Saldana, Arianna Castro, Bradley Dunnam
2nd Picture- Jorge Saldana with his Silver Medal
3rd Picture- Bradley Dunnam with his Gold Medal
4th Picture- Jack Johnson
5th Picture- Left Arianna Castro with her Bronze Medal, Right Asrael Courtney with her 6th Place Ribbon

🎅 What could possibly be better than Santa Claus coming to town? Santa Bailey!
We hope to see you there! Flyer designed by: Ever Vasquez, 8th Grade

Do you have a favorite holiday tradition? Mr. Wyatt's class at SJH made popcorn balls before the break. Assistant Principal Ford even stopped by the classroom to join in the fun!

Snyder ISD schools will be closed November 20-24, 2023, for Thanksgiving Break. We hope you enjoy this time with your friends and family, and will see you on Monday, November 27th!

To view the district calendar, visit www.snyderisd.net/calendar.