Kayla Vasquez Named West Texas Scholastic Player of the Year
The 33 Lead Athletic Club has announced Kayla Vasquez as the recipient of the prestigious West Texas Scholastic Player of the Year award. This honor recognizes high school athletes who excel not only in their sport but also in academics and community impact, reflecting the values that positively influence communities across West Texas.
Kayla has demonstrated remarkable dedication and leadership both on and off the court. Her commitment to excellence and her ability to inspire others have made her an exemplary representative of Snyder ISD.
In recognition of her achievements, Kayla will be honored at a special ceremony on January 12 at 5 PM at the George Bush Convention Center, where she will receive her award and scholarship alongside other honorees.
The Snyder ISD community celebrates Kayla’s well-deserved recognition and looks forward to seeing her continued success. Her achievements serve as an inspiration to students, athletes, and the entire community.
Congratulations, Kayla Vasquez, on this incredible honor!
🎄✨ Will We See You at the Lighted Christmas Parade? ✨🎄
Snyder ISD is proud to have our incredible students and staff participating in this year’s Lighted Christmas Parade! 🎅🚒 From festive floats to holiday cheer, it’s a wonderful way to celebrate the season as a community.
📅 Parade Details:
📍 Downtown Snyder
🕕 Parade begins at 6:00 PM
👕 Staff Reminder: If you were among the first 50 to sign up, don’t forget to pick up your sweatshirt between 5:00–5:30 PM (check ParentSquare for details). Be sure to bundle up—it’s going to be a fun and chilly evening!
Let’s light up the night and spread some holiday joy together. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌟
🎉🍪 Join Us for The DE-BAKE SALE!
The SHS Speech & Debate Team and Booster Club invite you to a delicious event! Stop by to grab baked goodies, sip on some hot chocolate, and enjoy some holiday cheer while you shop!
📅 When: Saturday, December 7
🕛 Time: Starting at 12:00 PM
📍 Where: West side of the Square
Thank you for supporting our talented Speech & Debate students!
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One of our favorite events of the year is the Retired Teachers Luncheon—an opportunity to celebrate and honor individuals who have dedicated their lives to education. Guests received a warm welcome and were treated to a special performance by the SHS Pride of the West Band. They enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by the SFE Food Services catering crew and were served by the SHS Student Council and NHS members. The SHS Floral Design classes created beautiful centerpieces and a special take-home arrangement for each guest, adding an extra touch to this meaningful gathering.
It’s always a wonderful time to reconnect, reminisce, and show appreciation for these incredible educators. Thank you to everyone who helped make this event memorable!
Tiger Fans! With the potential for rain, we have made some adjustments to our game day schedules in an effort to allow every team to compete safely.
🏈 JUNIOR HIGH GAMES 🏈
To try our best to get the season's final game for our junior high Tigers, we will modify the game schedule for tonight's season finale at Grant Teaff Tiger Stadium.
7th grade A Team District Championship will start at 5pm. 6-minute quarters. No halftime.
8th grade A Team will follow immediately after the 7th grade A game. 6-minute quarters.
7th grade B Team will follow immediately after the 8th grade game. 6-minute quarters. No halftime.
Ticket link: www.snyderisd.net/tickets
🏈 FRESHMAN / JV GAMES 🏈
Location and game time change:
Our freshman game will be played at Brooks Middle School Football Field beginning at 5pm. This field is located just west and within walking distance of the high school stadium.
Our JV team will also start at 5pm and will be played at the high school stadium.
2511 FM 1379
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Both games will have abbreviated 9 minute quarters.
Freshman / JV Ticket Link: https://greenwoodsports.rankone.com/Website/Main/CustomPage?customPageId=10648
The JV game will be live streamed. https://www.youtube.com/@GreenwoodSports
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GO TIGERS!
Mr. Gillespie’s Honors World History class! As part of their studies on the Middle Ages and the feudal system, students are diving into the strategic world of chess. This classic game provides an engaging way to explore historical themes, as each piece and movement in chess reflects the roles and hierarchies within medieval society.
By playing chess, students gain a hands-on understanding of social structure, strategy, and decision-making – key components of the feudal system that shaped the Middle Ages. This activity not only reinforces historical concepts but also helps students develop critical thinking skills in a fun and challenging way.
Snyder ISD is now accepting referrals for students who may need Gifted/Talented Services for the school year. This program is designed for students who exhibit intellectual and creative thinking abilities at an extraordinary level not normally served in the regular classroom. Services are provided only upon identification of education needs of the student. Anyone wishing to refer a student attending Snyder ISD in kindergarten through twelfth grade this school year is asked to visit or go by the student’s campus office to request a copy of the referral form.
This form must be returned to the school by December 2, 2024. Those unable to go by the school should call the campus to request a form be sent to them.
Reminder!
There is no school on Friday, November 1st! We hope everyone has a safe and fun Halloween. Enjoy your long weekend!
To view the district calendar, view www.snyderisd.net/calendar.
The Snyder Junior High 7th Grade B Team went undefeated in yesterday's tournament, finishing 4-0.
The future of Lady Tiger Volleyball is bright! 🐾🏐
The Snyder High School Drama Department is hosting their annual Spook House this Saturday. Doors open at 7 PM, and entry is just $5 for a night of frights and fun. Don’t miss this event support our talented students!
Reminder! Friday, October 25th, is a staff and student holiday.
View the district calendar here: www.snyderisd.net/calendar
Snyder High School junior and senior Health Science students recently had the opportunity to attend the TSTC Health Fair and explore a variety of career opportunities in the medical field.
Shoutout to Snyder Intermediate STEAM Club!
Our Transportation Department partnered with the STEAM Club students to create new bus numbers for the front bumpers of all our school buses. They carefully measured and designed the numbers to be the appropriate size and style, then used the equipment in the STEAM lab to cut the vinyl letters. Now, whenever they spot the buses driving around town, they can proudly say, "I made that!"
Let’s celebrate these young designers!
#STEAMClub #SnyderTigers
🚀 Exciting News from Snyder High School!
Students from Mr. Clark's class are participating in the Genes in Space competition! Recently, they began brainstorming to narrow down their experiment for submission. Their mission is to design groundbreaking experiments that solve real challenges in space travel and deep space exploration. From bacterial cell growth to the human immune system, they will tackle how life works differently in space.
We will keep you updated on their progress along the way!
#STEM #GenesinSpace #SnyderTigers
It's National Principals Month! Please join us in celebrating Mr. Fryar, Interim Principal of Snyder Primary School. A West Texas native from Coahoma and a graduate of Angelo State University, Mr. Fryar has 28 years of experience as an educator, coach, campus principal, and superintendent. After retirement, he has continued to serve schools in interim roles, guiding districts through transitions successfully. We're grateful for his wealth of knowledge and steady leadership as we've navigated a time of change.
Join us in appreciating Mr. Fryar for all he does for our students, staff, and community. Thank you, Mr. Fryar! #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #SnyderTigers
October is National Principals Month, and this week, we’re shining a spotlight on our exceptional leaders!
First up is Ms. DeeAnna Blanton, Principal of Snyder Intermediate School. Although she’s new to Snyder, West Texas is home. In addition to leading our 4th and 5th grade campus, you’ll often find Ms. Blanton keeping books for volleyball games and helping out at football games. As a former K-12 principal, she’s no stranger to doing it all and stepping in wherever needed!
Join us in appreciating Ms. Blanton for all that she does for our students, staff, and community. Thank you, Ms. Blanton! 🙌 #NationalPrincipalsMonth #ThankAPrincipal #SnyderTigers
Last week, Mrs. Leija’s 2nd-grade dual language students at Snyder Primary School wrapped up their Hispanic Heritage Month project with creative and informative posters. Each student researched a famous Hispanic figure, learning about their significant contributions and rich cultural traditions. This project allowed students to connect with and honor the heritage of people who trace their roots to Mexico, Spain, and other Spanish-speaking countries, all of which play a vital role in shaping our world today!
#snydertigers #HispanicHeritageMonth2024
Mrs. Hunter’s junior class of future educators recently attended Region 14’s Student Tutor Summit in Abilene. They collaborated with veteran teachers to gain valuable insights, tips, and tricks in preparation for their future careers.
Each student earned 3 credit hours of training as part of this unique opportunity. We’re proud of their dedication to the teaching profession!
First match down for JH tennis! 🎾 This is a great group of student athletes, and we are so excited to watch them grow this year!
Mr. Chavez and Coach Whiddon's 7th Grade Science students at Snyder Junior High recently completed the 100 Board Challenge, a fast-paced competitive review activity to prepare for their Unit 3 Test. As part of the engaging review game, students worked in pairs to answer questions cut up into strands on elements and compounds, physical and chemical changes, aqueous solutions, and the rate of dissolution. Students took one strand, answered the question with their partner on a whiteboard, and were able to put their initials on a spot on the 100 Board projected to the whiteboard if they got the question correct. At the end of the review, a random number generator was used to pick a winning pair, and those students earned a prize of their choice to celebrate.
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