GOOD MORNING AND HAPPY FRIDAY!
COVID-19 Information- Please visit this site for the GISD COVID-19 procedures, protocols, and lab-confirmed cases.
Veterans Day Celebration- Our annual Veterans Day program is one of the many things that make Graham ISD special. This year, the event was held at Newton Field. Thanks a ton to all that made this event such a success. A special thanks to GISD staff members Josh Kidd, Stephanie Talbott, Katy Huitt, Stephanie Sanders, Alice Day, Viktoria Wankowicz. A BIG thanks to GHS Students: Easton Wolfe, Raider Horn, Callie Dobbs, Olivia Isom, Zara Van Alstyne, Cooper Gordy, Emily Epperson, Madison Freeman, Kodie Gough, Gorgina Guerro, Jayden Harrell, Mega Miller, Caitlyn Rexroad, Jaytin Sims, Connie Grace Taylor, and Gabriella Wooters. GJHS Students: Russell Warner, Hunter Smith, and Abigail Suffield. Woodland Students: Kynleigh Larance, Walker Bennett, Cash Holland, Kate Hufstedler, Cooper Anderle, Skyler Morton, Hudson Weatherman. Crestview Elementary 3rd Graders and Pioneer Elementary Kindergarteners.
Lady Blues Volleyball- Lady Blues end the season in the Regional Semifinals to Canyon. 22-25, 25-20, 25-27, 20-25. Great season Lady Blues! As always our girls represented themselves, their families, and their community in fine fashion!!!
Graham FFA is the Oil Belt District LDE Sweepstakes CHAMPION for 2020! All first and second place teams are bound for AREA IV LDE on November 23rd. Oil Belt District LDE Results:
Greenhand Creed Speaking-FIRST- Graham Representative: Kiya Cope
Agriculture Advocacy-FIRST- Team: Brodie Bates, Bryce Robertson, Leah Holland, Nayeli Ramirez, and Yaneli Ramirez
Agriculture Issues- FIRST- Team: Cade Anderson, Haidyn Chancler, Haylee Diehl, Jayden Brown, Luke Holland, Mason Reese, and Travis Anderle
Greenhand Radio Broadcasting- FIRST- Team: Cody Epperson, Kiya Cope, and Michael YoungGreenhand Agriculture Skills Demonstration- FIRST- Team: Bowen Boenish, Ethan Rae, Lela Chisholm
Public Relations- FIRST- Team: Creed Jordan, Jade Jordan, Kaci Reese, Tucker May
Radio Broadcasting- FIRST- Team: Jennifer Bayardo, Lorenzo Simental, Miya Cantwell
Senior Agriculture Skills Demonstration- FIRST- Team- Cade Anderson, Hannah Isom, and Reese Echols
Spanish Creed-SECOND- Graham Representative: Lizbeth Castillo
Senior Creed Speaking- THIRD- Graham Representative: Rebecca Burgess
Job Interview- THIRD- Graham Representative: Rebecca Burgess
Greenhand Quiz- FOURTH; Lela Chisolm FIRST INDIVIDUAL. Team: Bowen Boenish, Cody Epperson, Kayla Shifflet, Lela Chisholm, Lizbeth Castillo, Mckaylee Metcalf, Porter Robinson, Zathin Reyez
Chapter Quiz- FOURTH- Team: Brodie Bates, Haidyn Chancler, Jayden Brown, and Kaci Reese
Senior Creed Speaking- EIGHTH- Graham Representative: Laney Dundon
Greenhand Creed Speaking- EIGHTH- Graham Representative: Porter Robinson
Graham Steer Football- The Bi-District playoff game vs Van Alstyne at 7:00 pm tonight at Boyd High School. Graham will be the home team and all tickets will be sold at the gate. GO STEERS!
GPEF Hall of Honor Fall 2020 Selections- The following nominees have been selected by the committee for induction into the GPEF Hall of Honor. The date for the Induction Reception tentatively set for Friday, January 29, 2021. The event is subject to change due to COVID-19.
Thirteen Folds… More than Pomp and Circumstance
Most Americans have seen the traditional folding of the American flag, at specific events, such as funerals. Have you ever wondered why Old Glory is folded that specific way? Much more than just pomp and circumstance, each of the 13 folds holds special meaning.
Have you ever noticed that the honor guard pays meticulous attention to correctly folding the United States of America Flag 13 times? You probably thought it was to symbolize the original 13 colonies, but we learn something new every day!
The 1st fold of the flag is a symbol of life.
The 2nd fold is a symbol of the belief in eternal life.
The 3rd fold is made in honor and remembrance of the veterans departing the ranks who gave a portion of their lives for the defense of the country to attain peace throughout the world.
The 4th fold represents the weaker nature, for as American citizens trusting in God, it is to Him we turn in times of peace as well as in the time of war for His divine guidance.
The 5th fold is a tribute to the country, for in the words of Stephen Decatur, 'Our Country, in dealing with other countries, may she always be right; but it is still our country, right or wrong.'
The 6th fold is for where people's hearts lie. It is with their heart that they pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with Liberty and Justice for all.
The 7th fold is a tribute to its Armed Forces, for it is through the Armed Forces that they protect their country and their flag against all her enemies, whether they be found within or without the boundaries of their republic.
The 8th fold is a tribute to the one who entered into the valley of the shadow of death, that we might see the light of day.
The 9th fold is a tribute to womanhood and Mothers. For it has been through their faith, their love, loyalty, and devotion that the character of the men and women who have made this country great has been molded.
The 10th fold is a tribute to the father, for he, too, has given his sons and daughters for the defense of their country since they were firstborn.
The 11th fold represents the lower portion of the seal of King David and King Solomon and glorifies in the Hebrews eyes, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
The 12th fold represents an emblem of eternity and glorifies, in the Christians eyes, God the Father, the Son and Holy Spirit.
The 13th fold, or when the flag is completely folded, the stars are uppermost reminding them of our national motto, 'In God We Trust.'
After the flag is completely folded and tucked in, it takes on the appearance of a cocked hat, ever reminding us of the soldiers who served under General George Washington, and the Sailors and Marines who served under Captain John Paul Jones, who were followed by their comrades and shipmates in the Armed Forces of the United States, preserving for them the rights, privileges, and freedoms they enjoy today.
There are some traditions and ways of doing things that have deep meaning. In the future, you'll see flags folded and now you will know why.
Have a nice day...take care of yourself and others!
CORNY JOKE OF THE DAY
What do you call an empty parrot cage? (Scroll down for the answer.)
A polygon!
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