The Reason for the Season- Steer Nation Message 12-16-22

Good Morning and Happy Early Dismissal Friday!

This time of year offers the opportunity to reflect on the many blessings in my life.  In addition to my family, I count the staff, students, and community of Graham ISD as remarkable blessings.  I am grateful for the dedication and perseverance demonstrated daily within our district and community to improve the lives of children.

I hope each of us is thankful for the opportunity we have to serve others.  Through this service to our students, we help them learn how to learn – and learn how to live. Our work in education provides the possibility to change the future…one child at a time!

This is the time of year for rejoicing and for rededication.  A quote from Thomas Drier says it well:  “If we are to enjoy life, now is the time – not tomorrow or next year. The best preparation for a better life next year is a full, complete, harmonious, joyous life this year.”

As you reflect on your blessings and recharge your spirit, remember you are a blessing in the life of a child!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Graham Steer Academic All-State- Congratulations to Ty Carter on being named to the THSCA Academic All-State 2nd Team.

GHS Athletic Training Academic All-State- Congratulations to Sean McCall on being named to the THSCA Student Athletic Trainer Academic All-State ELITE Team and to Jenna Herbold on being named to the THSCA Student Athletic Trainer Academic All-State 2nd Team.

Lady Blue Volleyball All-State Honor- Congratulations to Olga Morales for the selected to the Volleyball TGCA All-State Team.

Lady BluesBasketball & Steer Basketball- The Lady Blues and Graham Steers are competing in the Wichita Falls Classic Basketball Tournament at the Kay Yaeger Collesium. Good Luck Lady Blues and Graham Steers!

Lady Blues and Graham Steer  Soccer Alumni Games- This evening at Newton Field the Lady Blues and Graham Steers will be hosting their annual alumni games.  The Lady Blues will take the field at 5:00 pm. The Steers game will begin at approximately 6:30 pm. Go Steers and Lady Blues!

The Reason for the Season…

One of my favorite stories is about a woman who was out Christmas shopping with her two children. After many hours of looking at row after row of toys and everything else imaginable, and after hours of hearing both her children asking for everything they saw on those many shelves, she finally made it to the elevator with her two kids.

She was feeling what so many of us feel during the holiday season...overwhelming pressure to go to every party, every housewarming, taste all the holiday food and treats, getting that perfect gift for every single person on our shopping list, making sure we don't forget anyone on our card list, and the pressure of making sure we respond to everyone who sent us a card.

Finally, the elevator doors opened and there was already a crowd in the car. She pushed her way into the elevator and dragged her two kids in with her and all the bags of stuff. When the doors closed she couldn't take it anymore and stated, "Whoever started this whole Christmas thing should be found and shot."

From the back of the elevator, everyone heard a quiet calm voice respond, "Don't worry, we already crucified Him."

For the rest of the trip down the elevator it was so quiet you could have heard a pin drop.

Don't forget this year to keep the One who started this whole Christmas thing in your every thought, deed, purchase, and word. If we all did it, just think of how different this whole world would be.

Have a nice day and a Merry Christmas!

In lieu of the corny joke of the day, lets us each pause to reflect on THE REASON FOR THE SEASON!

Charlie Brown Christmas… The True Meaning of Christmas 

 HAVE A NICE DAY…TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS! 

CORNY JOKE OF THE DAY:

What do the elves use to clean Santa’s sleigh? (Scroll down for the answer.)

Santa-tizer!

Stay Up- Steer Nation Message 12-9-22

GOOD MORNING…HAPPY FRIDAY!

Lady Blues Volleyball Academic All-State- Four seniors of the Lady Blues Volleyball Team earned TGCA Academic All-State Honors: Congratulations to Bobbie Jo Hart, Trinity Gregory, Tatum Westerman, and Abby Osborn!

RSB3 Success- Graham High School had 20 students audition for a place in the ATSSB Region 7 Bands.  The following 14 students were selected to one of the two ensembles and will participate in the Region 7 Clinic and Concert at Tarleton State in January. Roselyn; Barbosa-Vizcaino - Clarinet (Honor Band); Devin McCall - Bass Clarinet (Honor Band, 1st Chair); Emily Clark - Bass Clarinet (Symphonic Band); Jackson Kidd - Baritone Saxophone (Symphonic Band); Robb Grimes - Trumpet (Symphonic Band); Jacob Huitt - French Horn (Honor Band, 2nd Chair); Taylor Lauster - French Horn (Symphonic Band); Tate Dunlap - Trombone (Honor Band, 1st Chair); Harrison Ribble - Trombone (Symphonic Band); Thomas Gage - Bass Trombone (Honor Band, 1st Chair); Madison Freeman - Euphonium (Honor Band, 1st Chair); Alison Mullens - Percussion (Symphonic Band); Shawn Dick - Percussion (Symphonic Band); Ricky Herrera - Percussion (Symphonic Band). Additionally, the following 8 students advanced to the Area Auditions in January.  At the Area auditions, students will compete for selection to the ATSSB All-State Band. Roselyn Barbosa - Area Qualifier (Clarinet); Devin McCall - Area Qualifier (Bass Clarinet); Emily Clark - Area Qualifier (Bass Clarinet); Jacob Huitt - Area Qualifier (French Horn); Tate Dunlap - Area Qualifier (Trombone); Harrison Ribble - Area Qualifier (Trombone); Thomas Gage - Area Qualifier (Bass Trombone); Madison Freeman - Area Qualifier (Euphonium). Congratulations to these fine individuals on their accomplishments!

GHS Theatre- The GISD theatre production of Willy Wonka Jr. was absolutely fantastic!  The cast and crew for the production consisted of 55 students. Congratulations to these students on a job well done!  

Graham Steer Basketball Red, White, and Blue Tournament- All are invited to attend the Red, White, and Blue Basketball Tournament at Graham High School this Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. Click HERE to view a copy of the bracket. Below is the pool play bracket. 

Lady BluesBasketball- The Lady Blues are playing at Aledo this evening at 7:00 pm. Good Luck Lady Blue

Steers and Lady Blooms- The Steers and Lady Blooms are excited to announce that we are  opening the spring subscription for the arrangements of the month! Please fill out the google form below if interested. This subscription will cover the months of January, March, April, and May. Please consider a $125 donation for the subscription to cover the entire spring semester. We accept cash or checks and please make all checks payable to Graham FFA. Donations will be accepted the first week of delivery or can be turned into the high school office. Deliveries will occur on the following dates 1/19 ,3/9, 4/20, 5/18. *The previous dates are subject to change at any time due to supply chain issues. Thank you for supporting the Steers and Lady Blooms Floral Shop!!! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc7zbEHIGj4PXQAgS7ponckAlTJVvXwlt_NoV43ZBwADS0Y4A/viewform?usp=sf_link

 

Stay Up…

 

 

HAVE A NICE DAY…TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS! 

CORNY JOKE OF THE DAY:

I ordered a chicken and an egg from Amazon(Scroll down for the answer.

I will let you know!

Time To Grow 12-2-22

GOOD MORNING…HAPPY FRIDAY!

Graham ISD Grow Your Own Program and Hartwell University- Beginning this year, Graham ISD has partnered with Hartwell University to make our Grow Your Own Program become a reality. The mission of Hartwell University is to meet the specific needs of teacher’s aides and non-certified staff who desire to complete a degree program to become certified educators. Through Hartwell’s grant program employees of partner school districts receive a 50% tuition grant. Graham ISD is providing tuition reimbursements for the other 50% of the costs. Graham ISD is proud to be partnering with ten staff members in the pursuit of their degree and teacher certification. There are opportunities to begin the program during the Spring of 2023. To request information please contact Sonny Cruse at sonny.cruse@grahamisd.com.

GHS Theatre- The GHS Theatre is proud to present the 2022 GISD Musical, Willy Wonka Jr! Make plans to come to support GHS and GJHS students in this family-friendly adventure! Performances are Sunday, December 4th at 2:00 PM and Monday, December 5th at 7:00 PM at the GHS Auditorium. All tickets are $5 and available on the GISD Website.

Lady Blue Volleyball District Honors- Congratulations to our Lady Blues Volleyball players on their District Honors! Academic All-District- Abby Osborn, SR; Tatum Westerman, SR; Camden Thorne, SO; Georgia Martin, SO; Braylee Mayes, SO; Emilee Gordy, SO; Miya Cantwell, SR; Bobbie Jo Hart, SR; Peyton Dobbs, JR; Trinity Gregory, SR; Lillian Noble, SO; Allie Posey, JR (Mgr); Harli Kenney, SO (Mgr). All-District Honors- Utility Player of the Year: Olga Morales, JR.; 1st Team: Braylee Mayes, SO and Trinity Gregory, SR; 2nd Team: Georgia Martin, SO and Miya Cantwell, SR; Honorable Mention: Lillian Noble, SO, Tatum Westerman, SR, and Abby Osborn, SR.

Smokin Steers and Pit Steers- The Smokin Steers and Pit Steers BBQ teams had an excellent showing at the 2022 High School BBQ Regional Competition hosted in Graham on November 19th. Smokin' Steers- Brian Sanchez 3rd in Dessert, Lucio Arvizu 1st in Beans, Jesus Lucio 6th in Ribs. Shotgun Locker 6th in Chicken and 10th in Brisket. The Smokin Steers finished 3rd Overall and qualified to compete in the State Contest!  The Pit Steers- Case Etling 7th in Chicken and 8th in Dessert, Grady Depriest 9th in Ribs, Nic Wankowicz 6th in Beans, and Matthew Monrrreal 11th in Brisket. The Pit Steers finished 11th Overall in their first-ever competition. Congratulations to our Smokin Steers and Pit Steers BBQ Teams.

Graham High School FFA- Graham FFA had a great day at the Area Contest. Brailey Brooks 2nd Senior Creed (State Qualifier). Pamela Mendoza 9th Junior Spanish Creed, Hallie Williams 10th Junior Creed, and Lizbeth Castillo 12th Spanish Creed.

Lady Blues and Graham Steer Basketball- The Lady Blues and Graham Steer Basketball Teams are competing in the Haskell Tournament today and tomorrow Good Luck Lady Blues and Graham Steers!

 

 

Time To Grow…

 

 

HAVE A NICE DAY…TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF AND OTHERS! 

CORNY JOKE OF THE DAY:

What do you call a laughing motorcycle? (Scroll down for the answer.)

A Yamahaha!