Mart ISD

Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Brinson to the #PANTHERFamily! Hello, my name is Alexis Brinson and I am excited to begin the next chapter of my teaching career at Mart ISD. I graduated from Southwestern Assemblies of God University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education. The upcoming 2023-2024 school year marks the beginning of my 4th as a teacher. I have always enjoyed school, and love to watch my students grow. Besides teaching, I spend my time with my husband, Collin., and our two pets Bonnie and Sammi. Some of my favorite things are fishing and cooking/baking. I am Thankful for the opportunity to be joining the Mart Panther family! Mrs. Brinson will teach 1st grade at Mart Elementary.

Mart ISD is looking for a custodian. Interested applicants should apply at https://www.martisd.org/page/employment1 or pick up a paper application at the administration office.

Mart ISD would like to introduce Ms. Rhodes to the #PANTHERFamily! Hi! My name is Alexus Rhodes and I am so thrilled to be starting a career at Mart ISD! My passion is to be around children and work with special education as I am continuing my education in this field at Tarleton State University. I plan to graduate the summer of 2025 with a BS in Psychology with hopes of attending grad school to receive a masters in social work. I have 4 siblings that attend/attended Mart ISD, but I myself am from Austin. I have grown up around my siblings and in Mart and I have a special love for this small town. I am excited to be apart of the panther family! Ms. Rhodes will serve as a paraprofessional at Mart Elementary.

Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Warner to the #PANTHERFamily! My name is Emily Warner and I am thrilled to be joining the Panther Family and begin my first year teaching! I am originally from Missouri but moved to Waco to attend Baylor University. I graduated in 2022 with my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and went on to earn my Master’s in Teaching this spring. My husband and I are foster parents to the sweetest two year old and together we enjoy spending time with family, camping, and traveling. I am excited to meet the sweet students and families across the community! Mrs. Warner will be teaching 4th Grade at Mart Elementary.

Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Waller to the #PANTHERFamily! My name is Mrs. Waller and I am thrilled to be a part of the Panther Family! I hold a Bachelors degree in Kinesiology from Sam Houston State University and I have 2 years of experience in education. My passion lies in fostering a love for learning and helping each student reach their full potential. I am looking forward to a fantastic year of growth, discovery, and success with all of you. Mrs. Waller will be teaching 4th grade at Mart Elementary.

Mart ISD would like to reintroduce Mrs. Hitch to the #PANTHERFamily! Hi! I am entering my fifth year as a part of the incredible Panther Family. With a background in daycare, I transitioned into the school as a Paraprofessional. For the last 3 years, I have had the pleasure of helping in the classroom of the newest and cutest Panthers on campus. My love for this school district and all of its incredible students motivated me to enroll as an undergraduate student at Stephen F. Austin University, where I have been working toward a degree in elementary education. I am so excited to be advancing my teaching experience with Mart ISD and starting a new journey with the place I am already blessed to call home. Mrs. Hitch will teach 4th grade this year at Mart Elementary.

There will be another food distribution tomorrow (6/13) at the Church of Christ from 2pm-4pm. Please bring your own container.

Shepherd's Heart is in Mart TODAY, Tuesday, 6/11 distributing food from 3pm-4pm at the Mart Community Center (800 Bowie St.). First come, first served. This is planned to be a monthly event every 2nd Tuesday of the month.

Congratulations to the following students for receiving baseball honors: 1st team pitcher, DJ Rhodes 1st team infield, Cadynn Villarreal 1st team utility, Kegan Porterfield 2nd Team infield, Alijah Johnson & Cornelius Gillaspy 2nd Team Catcher, Jose Fernandez 2nd Team Outfield, Zach Medlock Honorable Mention, Amarien Jones, Andrew Wiley, Cameron Lehrmann Academic All District: DJ Rhodes, Cadynn Villarreal, Kegan Porterfield, Cameron Lehrmann

Graduation will be live streamed through NFHS network. They do not charge to watch this event. You can find the stream at the link here: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/mart-high-school-mart-tx/evta8fd5727bc

Summer feeding starts Tuesday, May 28th! All ages 0 - 18 can eat for free. Meals are served at Mart Elementary. Breakfast is 7:30 - 8:00 and lunch is 12:00 - 12:30. For any questions, feel free to call Mart ISD at 254-876-2523.

Don't forget that our MES Academic Awards are Friday, May 24th! 1st-3rd grade awards are at 8:30, 4th-6th are at 9:00, and we will be having a reception for our 6th graders and their families following the final award program! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZPsQX1JFAAG8lwRW9TFKU_A8CWljmA2_/view?usp=sharing

May 24th, 2024 @ 1200 is the deadline to pick up your child’s medication from the school. State Policy requires that all medication over the counter and prescription are to be disposed of if it has not been picked up. NO medication will be sent home with students regardless of age. Nurse Devoss ashlee.devoss@mymartisd.org 254-876-2762 254-315-9937 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1leJhyFQ94hQ7-1d3I6A-1DiiX6_xGFqM/view?usp=sharing

Tomorrow, May 23rd is our PreK and Kindergarten Ceremony at Mart Elementary. It will begin at 8:30 am in the gym, and we will host a reception for our kindergarten graduates and their families following the ceremony. We hope you can join us! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Dz--0MmUwAY94MgcH1azMtP2Y4efodb4/view?usp=sharing

Congratulations to the following ladies for receiving softball recognition this year! 1st Team All-District Gabby Dye 2nd Team All-District Harley Desmuke Reagan Desmuke Honorable Mention Lexi Arnett Macaria Brown Mari Blood Academic All District Harley Desmuke Reagan Desmuke Savanna Fornash Shelby Hall Addyson Pechacek Emilee Powell

Today the graduating class of 2024 joined the graduating class of 2036 in a picture that took many adults and moments to capture!Thank you MES for letting our seniors share in this special day and walk the halls of elementary one last time.

We hope you can join us Friday morning for MES Academic Awards. 1st-3rd awards are at 8:30, 4th-6th are at 9:00, and we will be having a reception for our 6th graders and their families following the final award program! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ZPsQX1JFAAG8lwRW9TFKU_A8CWljmA2_/view?usp=sharing

Next week's edition of Panther Talk can be found at this link: https://secure.smore.com/n/83uzv

We hope you can join us for our PreK and Kindergarten Ceremony on Thursday, May 23rd at 8:30 am ! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Dz--0MmUwAY94MgcH1azMtP2Y4efodb4/view?usp=sharing

MES Parents, Don't forget that tomorrow is Field Day and a 12:30 Early Release! Field day starts at the following times: PK, Kindergarten and Life Skills-8:30, 1st-3rd 9:45, and 4th-6th 11:00. Also, remember to wear your field day shirts!