Strawn ISD

🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟 Today we are recognizing Kaydee Montgomery and Manuel Rivera! After graduation, Kaydee looks forward to creating a stable and loving foundation for her family and hopes to explore opportunities in work or education. Manuel plans to attend Tarleton State University to study Business. Congratulations, Kaydee and Manuel! #CLASSOF2025 🎓

🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟 Today we are recognizing Milly Hughes and Jesus Maldonado! Milly plans to go to college to throw discus and major in education after graduation, and Jesus plans to go into either the workforce or the military. Congratulations, Milly and Jesus! #CLASSOF2025

📚2025 SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAM📚 Strawn ISD is thrilled to announce our 2025 Summer Library Program, made possible by the Shao Foundation! We have an amazing lineup of fun, educational, and FREE activities for students of all ages! 🎉 📅 Program Dates: May 27 – June 26 🔴 Story Hour (PreK & Kindergarten) Tuesdays, 9:00–10:00 AM Explore nature through books, art, and hands-on learning! 📞 Contact Mrs. Ellis for allergies/restrictions. 🔴 Battle of the Books (Grades 4–6) Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 10:00–12:00 Love trivia and reading? Join Coaches Mrs. Milner & Mrs. Ellis! 🔴 STEAM Labs (Grades 1–3) Tuesdays, 1:00–3:00 PM Dive into Science, Tech, Engineering, Art, & Math adventures! 🔴 Makerspace (Grades 4 & Up) Wednesdays, 9:00–11:00 AM Create and innovate with new technologies and skills! 🔴 Detective Directive (Grades 3–5) Wednesdays, 1:00–3:00 PM Put on your thinking cap and escape the room with teamwork! 🔴 Heroes Wanted (Grades 4–6) Thursdays, 1:00–3:00 PM Team up in a DnD-style adventure to save a lost pet—perfect for beginners! 🎨 Note: Art is messy! Dress for a splash of creativity! 📍 All activities will be held at the Strawn ISD Library. Questions? Contact Mrs. Ellis at: 📞 (254) 672-5776 📧 cassie.ellis@strawnschool.net

🏅ACADEMIC AWARD CEREMONIES🏅 HIGH SCHOOL ACADEMIC AWARDS - THURSDAY, 9AM JH AWARDS/8TH GRADE GRADUATION - THURSDAY, 6:30PM ELEMENTARY ACADEMIC AWARDS - FRIDAY, 9AM

🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟 Today we are recognizing Lilliy Hernandez and Kathryn Holder! Lilliy will be attending Cisco College in the fall where she will join the cheer team as Mascot, and Kathryn will be studying biomedical science at Tarleton State University! Congratulations, Lilliy and Kathryn! #CLASSOF2025 🎓

Field Day is TOMORROW! We will have water slides, a red foam pit, and sno-cones for students starting at 9AM. Please send your students with a change of clothes! The red foam may stay on clothes, but will wash out! *first sno-cone is free, students can purchase additional sno-cones*

The Strawn Area Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Strawn ISD to award two outstanding students each six-week period. These students demonstrate academic achievement, perfect attendance, and good citizenship. The Strawn Area Chamber, along with Strawn ISD, is proud to announce the outstanding students for the 6th Six Weeks period: Congratulations, Temperance Taylor and Adyson Stiles! Temperance and Adyson were presented their awards by Chamber Board Member Ashley Mallory. Thank you Mrs. Mallory and the Strawn Area Chamber of Commerce for supporting our students!

🌟SENIOR SPOTLIGHT🌟 Today we are recognizing Natalie Barcenas and Kyanna Bowles! Natalie plans to attend Tarleton State University after graduation to earn an Associate's degree in Diagnostic Medical Sonography. Kyanna, this year's Salutatorian, will be attending Weatherford College, plans to complete the one-year LVN program and later become a registered nurse. Congratulations, Natalie and Kyanna! #CLASSOF2025 🎓

Graduation is right around the corner! As the school year comes to an end, we want to recognize our graduating Class of 2025. Each day leading up to graduation on May 23rd, we will be shining a spotlight on two of our seniors. Today, we would like to recognize Gage Adams and Iza Alvarez! Gage plans to attend Tarleton State University after graduation, and Iza will be continuing her studies at Weatherford College! Congratulations, Gage and Iza! #CLASSOF2025 🎓

🧪4TH - 11TH GRADE SCIENCE FAIR 🧪 WHEN: TUESDAY, MAY 20TH TIME: 12:30PM - 1:30PM WHERE: STRAWN ISD PLAYGROUND PARENTS AND FAMILIES ARE WELCOME!

‼️📣WE ARE HIRING📣‼️ Strawn ISD is looking for a Head Girls Basketball Coach and PE Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. Please contact Athletic Director, Denise Lee to apply: Denise.lee@strawnschool.net

Thank you to Greyhound Pac-A-Sac for helping us start Teacher Appreciation Week off right with breakfast for all of our staff! We appreciate all you do to support our school!

‼️25-26 RETURNING STUDENT REGISTRATION‼️ Registration is NOW OPEN for returning students! Letters were sent home this week with online registration instructions. Online registration can be completed through Parent Portal - the link can be found on our website, www.strawnschool.net! For any questions, please call (254) 672-5313

The Strawn Area Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Strawn ISD to award two outstanding students each six-week period. These students demonstrate academic achievement, perfect attendance, and good citizenship. The Strawn Area Chamber, along with Strawn ISD, is proud to announce the outstanding students for the 5th Six Weeks period: Congratulations, Diego Mireles and Cody Miller! Diego and Cody were presented their awards by Chamber Board Member Ashely Mallory. Thank you Mrs. Mallory and the Strawn Area Chamber of Commerce for supporting our students!

🪇CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION🪇 Strawn ISD Spanish Classes will be hosting a Cinco de Mayo celebration on Monday, May 5th! Starting at 1pm on the Playground, they will have a free mangonada for every student ($5 for each additional mangonada), music, piñatas and more! Parents are welcome to join the celebration!

What an amazing community we have! Thank you to the Palo Pinto County Retired Teachers Association for their most generous donation of books for each one of our 1st graders! 📚

🌾FFA BANQUET🌾 TUESDAY, MAY 13TH STRAWN CAFETERIA 6:30PM *MEAL WILL BE PROVIDED*

📸SPRING PICTURE DAY📸 Spring Picture Day will be Wednesday, April 30th! For any questions, please contact Coach Mahone, mahonem@strawnschool.net.

🍽️May Cafeteria Menu 2025🍽️ Remember you can also find our daily menu in the Dining section of the Strawn ISD app and on our website: https://www.strawnschool.net/dining. * * * * * In accordance with Federal Civil Rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Civil Rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior credible activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g , Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.

‼️BINGO FOR CARE‼️ WHERE: STRAWN ISD CAFETERIA WHEN: WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23RD TIME: 6PM