As we approach the end of October, which is Principal Appreciation Month, I would like to recognize all four of Big Sandy ISD’s Principals and Assistant Principals for the amazing work they do for our district every day. Being a principal is one of the most difficult jobs in education, but it can also be one of the most rewarding.
Our principals, Kim Stradley at our Secondary Campuses and Andrea Blavier at our Elementary school, go above and beyond for our students each and every day.
In addition, Chuck Isaac and Kelly McQueen support our students and kids like no other. I’m blessed to have all four of these leaders on our team, especially during such a difficult year for educators.
When you see our leaders in our hallways, at our events, or in our community, please let them know how much you appreciate them too. Thanks for all that you do for our kids.
Great News Big Sandy ISD. Starting on November 2nd, ALL students in Big Sandy will be able to eat breakfast and lunch for FREE. We are excited to offer this opportunity to our students and hope that many of you will take advantage of this great new program.
Meals are also available to any child ages 0 - 18 years of age in our community for pick-up each day from 1:00 to 1:30 pm, behind the cafeteria. For questions, please contact Joan Ford, the Director of Food Services at 903-636-5287 x230.
Football regular game 10/30 and Volleyball Playoff Tickets are on sale now. Athletic Coach's Office has tickets for both contest this week. All tickets are $5 each. Volleyball Playoff Game is Thursday at Arp. Tickets are first come first serve. Currently - 48 Volleyball tickets remain 200 Football tickets remain
Next week is Red Ribbon Week, Wildcats! Here is the dress up days for the week. Let's show our support for a drug-free life.
October 26th-30th.
Elementary Dress Up-Days
Mustache Monday - We "Mustache" You To Be Drug Free! Wear a mustache.
Taco Tuesday - Let's TACO 'Bout Being Drug Free! Wear Fiesta, dress for a party.
Wacky Wednesday - You'd Be Crazy To Do Drugs - Wacky Hair Day
Throwback Thursday - It's Cool To Be Drug Free - Dress like the 1970's
Fan Friday - wear Blue and Gold to support our Wildcat Football Team
Secondary Dress Up-Days (Grades 6-12)
Monday: Be REaDy to Say No—wear RED
Tuesday: Team Up Against Drugs—Jersey Day
Wednesday: Friends Don't Let Friends Do Drug—Twin Day
Thursday: See Your Future; Don't Do Drugs—Career Day
Friday: Cheerleader Theme of Western Wear
Wildcats we will have a Virtual Homecoming Pep Rally at 12:15 pm today.
https://youtu.be/R1BVxn2Kn80
Hope you enjoy!
We hope everyone is ready to celebrate Homecoming and Senior Night this week. We have a few announcements regarding our game this Friday.
First, all parents of seniors who are being honored at the game must purchase a ticket for the game online unless they already have a season pass. The link for tickets can be found on the district website.
Second, all parents of senior football players need to be on the track at 6:50 pm to honor their sons. Band seniors will be recognized at half time.
Looking forward to a great night! Let's go Wildcats!
Please click the link below to read an important message about Remote Learning at Big Sandy ISD.
https://tinyurl.com/y63y5t4o
Reminder this Wednesday, October 14 will be an early release day at 12:18 for all students. Also, Thursday and Friday will be a school holidays. We hope you enjoy the break and see you back at school on Monday.
Football Tickets for Big Sandy vs Union Grove October 15th at 7pm will be on sale next week. All tickets are $5.00 each and there will only be 140 tickets available.
Monday from 5pm- 6:15pm at ticket booth - players, cheer parents and faculty can purchase tickets - limit 2.
Wednesday from 5pm - 6:15pm at ticket booth - general ticket sales. Open to anyone.
Class of 2021 Students and Parents,
It’s time to order your Balfour Graduation items including your Cap &Gown. Please place your order on or before Friday, October 9, 2020.
The link takes you to our custom Balfour School page where you will find options and pricing to customize and place your order.
https://www.balfour.com/texas/big-sandy/big-sandy-high-school
Please feel free to contact our local Balfour Rep at 903-757-6595 or contactus@graduatesales.net with any questions.
Wildcat parents, just a reminder that all students returning to school need to return their chromebook and power adapter tomorrow, Monday, October 5th. Thank you!
A quick shout out to all of our Big Sandy Maintenance and Custodial Staff! This crew has worked very hard to get our school ready for Monday. I don't think it is a coincidence that today is Custodial Appreciation Day. Thanks for all you do for our kids!
We have almost made it! Only two school days left until Big Sandy ISD opens its doors again for face-to-face learning. To help the district plan for your return, we ask that all of our families fill out the form below. It will help us plan for your return and help us provide the safest environment possible upon your return. We can't wait to see everyone on Monday. Thanks for all of your patience, support and understanding during this time.
https://forms.gle/uV8Gy342iB7zpDNa8
Class of 2021 Students and Parents,
It’s time to order your Balfour Graduation items including your Cap &Gown.
Click on the link below to start your amazing graduation journey.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tYQNfIuaSMNJIkV_nwqyP--9sbfSPPW3/view
The last link takes you to our custom Balfour School page where you will find options and pricing to customize and place your order. Please place your order on or before Friday, October 9, 2020.
https://www.balfour.com/texas/big-sandy/big-sandy-high-school
Please feel free to contact our local Balfour Rep at 903-757-6595 or contactus@graduatesales.net with any questions.
Hello Big Sandy. Just a reminder that while the district is temporarily closed until October 5, if you or anyone in your family tests positive for COVID-19, please notify your child's campus so the district can plan accordingly. Thank you. We look forward to seeing all of you back on October 5th!
Just a reminder if you have signed up for meals for this week from the school - please come by and pick those up between 10 am and 1 pm today, Monday Sept. 28.
Thank you
Please read the following message for students who have limited Internet access at home for remote learning.
https://tinyurl.com/y5jstclm
Big Sandy Family:
Please see the attached message regarding the closing of Big Sandy ISD until October 5th, 2020.
https://tinyurl.com/y36rzjal
COVID-19 Update for September 18, 2020.
https://tinyurl.com/y48cmmco
Click below to read a new COVID-19 Update from Big Sandy ISD
https://tinyurl.com/y5sl3l9h