We have been made aware of a bomb threat email that has been sent to many school districts across the state of Texas.
Authorities, including the FBI, are involved and investigating the threats. NO specific school has been named as a target and NO credibility has been given at this current time. The safety of our staff and students is our highest priority. As the ongoing investigation continues, we will keep you updated.
UIL Elementary and Jr. High
Reminder UIL for elementary and jr. high will be Friday, December 8th, at Slocum ISD.
Students may be dropped off starting at 6:30 a.m. The buses will depart from Martinsville at promptly 7:00 a.m. Please don’t be late.
The majority of students will be back by 3:25 p.m. for regular scheduled release time. However, there will be a later bus that will not be back until approximately 4:45-5:00 p.m. This information was on your child’s permission slip. If your child has a speaking event, please dress in Sunday best with no Martinsville logos.
If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher.
Thank you for supporting our adventure to UIL. We are looking forward to fun and rewarding day!
The JV and Varsity boys games scheduled for 12/5 at 5:00 pm against Gary has been changed to one game with tip off at 5:15 pm.
Today Maddy Montario is going to be representing the Martinsville FFA at the Texas FFA State LDE Contest in Huntsville at Sam Houston State University. She be competing in Greenhand Creed Speaking against the top schools ranging from 1A to 6A from across the state! Maddy we are so very proud of you! Let's wish her good luck and safe travels!
*UIL ELEMENTARY AND JR. HIGH*
Permission slips for Elementary and JR. High UIL were sent home today. Please read carefully, sign, and return to your child’s teacher. Event will be held at Slocum ISD Friday, Dec. 8th, with the bus departing from MISD at 7:00 a.m.
Thank you!
Fall Picture Day retakes will be next Monday, December 4th.
ANNOUNCEMENT! The 2023 Martinsville Christmas Music Program will be Thursday, December 14th, at 7:00. Music students who are performing must arrive no later than 6:45.#PirateNationTX
The Pirates will play at home tonight, November 28th, facing New Summerfield with JV boys tipping off at 5:15!
Come out and support the Pirates!
#PirateNationTX
The MISD Book Fair will have special hours tomorrow, Tuesday, November 28th, from 4-6! Bring your kiddo and shop in the library before the Varsity Basketball game!
At the November 13th school board meeting, the Martinsville ISD School Board voted unanimously to name Mr. Will Cauthen as the Lone Finalist to become the next superintendent of Martinsville ISD. By law, there must be a 21 day waiting period before finalizing Mr. Cauthen's contract at the December school board meeting.
Mr. Cauthen has 18 years of experience in the educational field. He has been a part of the Pirate Family for the past 12 years holding positions as Agriculture Science Teacher, Principal, and currently the Associate Superintendent. We are honored to announce him as our lone finalist.
Martinsville brought home many ribbons from the Pineywoods Art and Photography competition. They all did a wonderful job.
Pictured:
Skyler Weatherford and William Hafermalz, who won Reserve Best of Show in Art; Kaylie Kirk and Sophie Scarborough with their photography entrees; Chloe Hays and Allie Baker; Makayla Hodges, Diego Porras, Danniel Maness and Gracie Gilcrease
Martinsville FCCLA will be selling our Famous Pecans from now until Nov. 29th in order to get them back before Christmas break.
Please contact Cindy Nichols at cnichols@martinsvilleisd.com if you have any questions.
ANNOUNCEMENT: CHERRYDALE MUSIC FUNDRAISER ORDERS will be delivered and must be picked up TODAY, November 8th, from 3:45-5:00 in the music room. Please wait until at least 3:45 to come by.
REMINDER: CHERRYDALE MUSIC FUNDRAISER ORDERS will be delivered and must be picked up tomorrow, Wednesday, November 8th, from 3:45-5:00 in the music room. Please wait until at least 3:45 to come by.
ANNOUNCEMENT: CHERRYDALE MUSIC FUNDRAISER ORDERS will be delivered and must be picked up this Wednesday, November 8th, from 3:45-5:00 in the music room. Please wait until at least 3:45 to come by.
Martinsville ISD would like to honor all veterans who have served in any branch of the military. There will be a Veterans Day program honoring all who have served on Friday, November 10th at 8 am in the Martinsville Gym. All grade levels will be participating in this program.
All parents are welcome to attend our program.
REMINDER: Picture Day is tomorrow, November 3rd. This will include Fall Individuals for everyone as well as Senior Cap and Gown Pictures. Those who are absent will have their pictures taken on retake day which is scheduled for Monday, December 4th.
Use PICTURE DAY ID: EVT2RZZZC
REMINDER-Fall Pictures and Senior Cap and Gown Pictures will be next Friday, November 3rd!
Reminder-Mini-Cheer Clinic is TOMORROW!
Martinsville ISD is hiring!
