Snyder ISD

One of our favorite events of the year is the Retired Teachers Luncheon—an opportunity to celebrate and honor individuals who have dedicated their lives to education. Guests received a warm welcome and were treated to a special performance by the SHS Pride of the West Band. They enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by the SFE Food Services catering crew and were served by the SHS Student Council and NHS members. The SHS Floral Design classes created beautiful centerpieces and a special take-home arrangement for each guest, adding an extra touch to this meaningful gathering.

It’s always a wonderful time to reconnect, reminisce, and show appreciation for these incredible educators. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event memorable!

Tiger Fans! With the potential for rain, we have made some adjustments to our game day schedules in an effort to allow every team to compete safely.

🏈 JUNIOR HIGH GAMES 🏈
To try our best to get the season's final game for our junior high Tigers, we will modify the game schedule for tonight's season finale at Grant Teaff Tiger Stadium.

7th grade A Team District Championship will start at 5pm. 6-minute quarters. No halftime.

8th grade A Team will follow immediately after the 7th grade A game. 6-minute quarters.

7th grade B Team will follow immediately after the 8th grade game. 6-minute quarters. No halftime.

Ticket link: www.snyderisd.net/tickets

🏈 FRESHMAN / JV GAMES 🏈
Location and game time change:

Our freshman game will be played at Brooks Middle School Football Field beginning at 5pm. This field is located just west and within walking distance of the high school stadium.

Our JV team will also start at 5pm and will be played at the high school stadium.
2511 FM 1379
Midland, TX 79706
Both games will have abbreviated 9 minute quarters.

Freshman / JV Ticket Link:
https://greenwoodsports.rankone.com/Website/Main/CustomPage?customPageId=10648
The JV game will be live streamed. https://www.youtube.com/@GreenwoodSports

#GOTW #FE
GO TIGERS!

Mr. Gillespie’s Honors World History class! As part of their studies on the Middle Ages and the feudal system, students are diving into the strategic world of chess. This classic game provides an engaging way to explore historical themes, as each piece and movement in chess reflects the roles and hierarchies within medieval society.

By playing chess, students gain a hands-on understanding of social structure, strategy, and decision-making – key components of the feudal system that shaped the Middle Ages. This activity not only reinforces historical concepts but also helps students develop critical thinking skills in a fun and challenging way.

Snyder ISD is now accepting referrals for students who may need Gifted/Talented Services for the school year. This program is designed for students who exhibit intellectual and creative thinking abilities at an extraordinary level not normally served in the regular classroom. Services are provided only upon identification of education needs of the student. Anyone wishing to refer a student attending Snyder ISD in kindergarten through twelfth grade this school year is asked to visit or go by the student’s campus office to request a copy of the referral form.

This form must be returned to the school by December 2, 2024. Those unable to go by the school should call the campus to request a form be sent to them.

Reminder! There is no school on Friday, November 1st! We hope everyone has a safe and fun Halloween. Enjoy your long weekend! To view the district calendar, view www.snyderisd.net/calendar.

The Snyder Junior High 7th Grade B Team went undefeated in yesterday's tournament, finishing 4-0. The future of Lady Tiger Volleyball is bright! 🐾🏐

The Snyder High School Drama Department is hosting their annual Spook House this Saturday. Doors open at 7 PM, and entry is just $5 for a night of frights and fun. Don’t miss this event support our talented students!

Reminder! Friday, October 25th, is a staff and student holiday. View the district calendar here: www.snyderisd.net/calendar

Snyder High School junior and senior Health Science students recently had the opportunity to attend the TSTC Health Fair and explore a variety of career opportunities in the medical field.

Shoutout to Snyder Intermediate STEAM Club! Our Transportation Department partnered with the STEAM Club students to create new bus numbers for the front bumpers of all our school buses. They carefully measured and designed the numbers to be the appropriate size and style, then used the equipment in the STEAM lab to cut the vinyl letters. Now, whenever they spot the buses driving around town, they can proudly say, "I made that!" Let’s celebrate these young designers! #STEAMClub #SnyderTigers

🚀 Exciting News from Snyder High School!
Students from Mr. Clark's class are participating in the Genes in Space competition! Recently, they began brainstorming to narrow down their experiment for submission. Their mission is to design groundbreaking experiments that solve real challenges in space travel and deep space exploration. From bacterial cell growth to the human immune system, they will tackle how life works differently in space.

We will keep you updated on their progress along the way!

#STEM #GenesinSpace #SnyderTigers

It's National Principals Month! Please join us in celebrating Mr. Fryar, Interim Principal of Snyder Primary School. A West Texas native from Coahoma and a graduate of Angelo State University, Mr. Fryar has 28 years of experience as an educator, coach, campus principal, and superintendent. After retirement, he has continued to serve schools in interim roles, guiding districts through transitions successfully. We're grateful for his wealth of knowledge and steady leadership as we've navigated a time of change. Join us in appreciating Mr. Fryar for all he does for our students, staff, and community. Thank you, Mr. Fryar! #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #SnyderTigers

October is National Principals Month, and this week, we’re shining a spotlight on our exceptional leaders! First up is Ms. DeeAnna Blanton, Principal of Snyder Intermediate School. Although she’s new to Snyder, West Texas is home. In addition to leading our 4th and 5th grade campus, you’ll often find Ms. Blanton keeping books for volleyball games and helping out at football games. As a former K-12 principal, she’s no stranger to doing it all and stepping in wherever needed! Join us in appreciating Ms. Blanton for all that she does for our students, staff, and community. Thank you, Ms. Blanton! 🙌 #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #SnyderTigers

Last week, Mrs. Leija’s 2nd-grade dual language students at Snyder Primary School wrapped up their Hispanic Heritage Month project with creative and informative posters. Each student researched a famous Hispanic figure, learning about their significant contributions and rich cultural traditions. This project allowed students to connect with and honor the heritage of people who trace their roots to Mexico, Spain, and other Spanish-speaking countries, all of which play a vital role in shaping our world today! #snydertigers #HispanicHeritageMonth2024

Mrs. Hunter’s junior class of future educators recently attended Region 14’s Student Tutor Summit in Abilene. They collaborated with veteran teachers to gain valuable insights, tips, and tricks in preparation for their future careers. Each student earned 3 credit hours of training as part of this unique opportunity. We’re proud of their dedication to the teaching profession!

First match down for JH tennis! 🎾 This is a great group of student athletes, and we are so excited to watch them grow this year!

Mr. Chavez and Coach Whiddon's 7th Grade Science students at Snyder Junior High recently completed the 100 Board Challenge, a fast-paced competitive review activity to prepare for their Unit 3 Test. As part of the engaging review game, students worked in pairs to answer questions cut up into strands on elements and compounds, physical and chemical changes, aqueous solutions, and the rate of dissolution. Students took one strand, answered the question with their partner on a whiteboard, and were able to put their initials on a spot on the 100 Board projected to the whiteboard if they got the question correct. At the end of the review, a random number generator was used to pick a winning pair, and those students earned a prize of their choice to celebrate. #snydertigers

Today marked another productive day at Snyder ISD. Participants in monthly instructional rounds enjoyed seeing the great things our classroom teachers are accomplishing firsthand! The group at Snyder Primary visited over 20 classrooms, while other teams observed classrooms at both the Intermediate and Junior High Schools. Superintendent Rauch, Trustee Leatherwood, and members of the Cabinet also participated in rounds.

The instructional rounds process, modeled after the medical rounds approach, aims to foster collaboration and professional growth among educators across Snyder ISD. By observing classroom instruction and learning from one another, participants gather insights that help identify trends and guide instructional support. It also allows administrative staff, trustees, and others to see how their work impacts campus staff and students. These rounds are held monthly and contribute to improving student outcomes district-wide.

Snyder ISD teachers demonstrated their dedication to providing quality instruction, and we believe their efforts will greatly benefit students! Keep up the GREAT work!

✨magic in learning, excellence in achieving✨
#snydertigers

Snyder Intermediate School is excited to kick off the American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge! Starting next week, our students will jump into daily cardio activities and learn about healthy lifestyles, including proper sleep, eating habits, exercise, and hydration. Week 1 will focus on jumping rope, and week 2 will be about basketball 🏀. Our grand finale? A thrilling Students vs. First Responders basketball game AND an opportunity for students to pie a teacher in the face! 🏆 We can’t wait for a fun-filled and heart-healthy fundraiser. Let’s get moving for a great cause!

This weekend, several volunteers from Evergreen - SISD Research and Retail Greenhouse and the Snyder Intermediate School STEAM Team participated in the Keep Snyder Beautiful Fall Sweep cleanup. Evergreen replanted all the pots around the square and at City Hall with fall foliage, while the STEAM Team helped clean up the pocket park and paint around the square. We appreciate the work that all of the volunteers put in to spruce up our community!