Thursday, October 31, 2019

EPHS Band Receives 39th Straight 1st Division Rating

Congratulations goes out the EPHS Mighty Eagle Marching Band for receiving their 39th Consecutive UIL First Division Rating in Marching. The Band competed at the UIL Region Competition on October 19, 2019 in Converse, Texas. 
The Band is under the direction of Head Band Director, Mr. David Solis. 
Assistant Band Directors are Mrs. Korina Meza, Mr. Martin Padilla, Mr. Victor Posada, Mr Arnaldo Menchaca and Mrs. Maribel Lozano.
submitted by P Cantu

EPHS XC District Champions

EPHS would like to congratulate the Boys and Girls Cross Country Teams. 
Both teams competed at the District Meet on Friday, October 18, 2019 at the Student Activity Center. 
The Girls XC team came in first overall and the Boys XC came in 2nd place. 
EPHS is proud of you. 
Both teams will be competing on Monday, October 28, 2019 in Corpus Christi at the Regional Meet. 
Good Luck and Go Eagles!
SUBMITTED BY P CANTU

Spirit Ambassadors School of the Week

Glass Elementary was selected as E.P.I.S.D. Spirit Ambassadors School for the Week of October 14-18. 

The Flying Falcons Dance Team and The Falcon Cheerleaders were special guests to the Eagle Pass High School pep rally and football game.
Special thanks to EPHS for inviting  and uniting the campus as part of theirs.

submitted by A Celedon

Tiger Student Booing- the teachers

On Wednesday October 23rd, Brandon Alvar joins the teacher fun and "booed" his awesome 5th grade teachers at Graves. 
Go Tigers!
submitted by C Romero

Work experience at local business

EPHS transition students experienced the world of work at Lowe's in Eagle Pass. 
Transition & Employment Designee for EPISD, Mrs E. Graf works with students in order to facilitate a smooth transition into post secondary life.
submitted by P Cantu

Red Ribbon Week Bulldog Shirt Day

Benavides Heights Elementary celebrated Red Ribbon Week October 21st through the 25th. 
Every day, they had an activity that staff and students could participate in. 
On October 24th, the activity was Bulldog Shirt Day. 
Staff and students showed pride for their school by wearing the bulldog shirts . "We are proud, drug-free Bulldogs!"
submitted by S Kypuros

Lobo Western Day


Students and Staff at Pete Gallego celebrated Red Ribbon Week activities on Tuesday, October 22nd with Give Drugs the Boot.
Students and Staff wore western attire.


submitted by G Vargas

Lobo Red Ribbon Week - Pajama Day


Students and Staff at Pete Gallego celebrated Red Ribbon Week activities on Monday, October 21st with Drugs Destroy My Dreams.
Students and Staff wore their favorite pajamas.

submitted by G Vargas

WHS CTE CONQ

On October 23, Winn Construction Students worked on measurements, cutting and framing walls for a class project. 
This is the 1st part of the project. 

Electrical wiring, insulation and roofing will make up phase II.
CTE- "Where Theory Meets Practice"

SUBMITTED BY M HERNANDEZ

ECC Boss's Day

ECC celebrated Boss's Day on Oct. 16. Staff gifted them with sweet bread and gift cards.
 PTO thanked them for all they do with gift cards as well.
SUBMITTED BY G FERNANDEZ

Hawk Unity Day

Wednesday October 23, Ms. Ramos' class (Room A-8) at Kennedy Hall supported United Day by wearing orange. 
Unity Day is an annual event that promotes joining together to create healthier communities through kindness, acceptance, and inclusion.
submitted by B Ramos

Cowboy States of Matter: Solid, Liquid, Gas

The Kindergarten students in Mrs. A. Rodriguez's class at Kirchner Elem. danced to the beat of the states of matter. 
These Kirchner cowboys moved like a state of matter using real life examples and then identified which state of matter it belonged to. 
Students moved their arms like a waterfall, stood in place like a flagpole, and wiggled their fingers like water vapor.
submitted by I Rodriguez

Hawk Unity Day

Mrs. Morales class at Kennedy wore orange in support of National bullying prevention month.
submitted by A Morales

Tigers Retelling A Story

On Thursday October 24 in Mrs. Trevino's 2nd grade class at Graves Elementary the students learned all about retelling their weekly story of Gingerbread for Liberty using their hand. 
Go Tigers!
submitted by V Trevino

Graves Cafeteria Crew are Tigers Super Heroes


On October 23rd at Graves Super Heroes are everywhere as Cafeteria crew participated in Day 3 of Red Ribbon Week as they wore their Super Hero attire to show Tigers they too say "Be Strong & say, NO to Drugs!"
Go Tigers!

submitted by A Libson

Cowboy Partner retelling

After reading the story "If You Give a Monster a Mask," the Kinder students at Kirchner took turns retelling to each other about their favorite part, the setting, and the characters.
submitted by I Rodriguez

Tiger Red Ribbon Week- Lei Day


Mrs. Ibarra's First Grade Tigers proudly wear their leis for Red Ribbon Week- Thursday, October 24th for LEI OFF DRUGS AND BULLYING!
Go Tigers!

submitted by Y Ibarra

Tiger Red Ribbon week

On Wednesday Oct. 23rd 4th grade students at Graves Elementary joined in on the pledge to stay strong against drugs. 
Go Tigers!
submitted by S Carrazco

Bulldog Dance Sponsors Birthday

On Tuesday, October 22 Benavides Heights Lady Bulldogs celebrated one of their sponsors' birthdays. 
The girls sang a thoughtful "Happy Birthday" to Mrs. Ruan after having a successful practice at Letty's Dance Studio. 
The girls are not only learning dance technique, but they are also building a sense of unity and a family bond with everyone on the team, sponsors and coach included. 
Way to go Bulldogs, and happiest of birthdays to Mrs. Ruan!
submitted by P Luna

Homecoming Event

Henry B Gonzalez' Bobcats Cheer moms are working hard on the team's tutus for the CC Winn homecoming parade. 
Way to go Bobcats!
submitted by E Gonzalez

Candles for Life Bows

Henry B Gonzalez Bobcat cheer team will like to give a big thanks to cheer parent Sandra Zavala for donating the team's pink bows. 
The girls will be using them on their presentation at Candles for Life. 
Way to go Bobcats!
submitted by E Gonzalez

Bobcat Abstract and Concrete Nouns

Henry B. Gonzalez Mrs. M. Mauricio's 3rd grade class learned the meaning of the Abstract and Concrete Nouns. 
They danced and sang a tune. 

Most of all they had fun learning nouns.
Way to go Bobcats!

submitted by E Gonzalez

WHS Maverick Teacher Receives Grant


In this fast paced world, the implementation of technology plays a critical role in students' academic performance. The use of technology is becoming more common in classrooms across the nation and of course, Winn High is not the exception.
Every year, the Eagle Pass Independent School District Education Foundation gives teachers across the district the opportunity to bring innovation into their classrooms to ensure student success.
This year, this opportunity was given to C. C. Winn High School's English teacher, Mrs. Josie Mercer.
On October 14th, the Education Foundation Committee presented Mrs. Mercer with a $1000 check to fulfill her "Chrome is Where the Smart Is" grant.
The "Chrome is Where the Smart Is" grant was put into motion to purchase Chrome Books that will enable students to expand their learning experiences by allowing them to use the various platforms supported by the district to better prepare the students for college. The Chrome Books will be used by seniors to complete the investigative process of research paper, along with the production of professional presentations of the end product.
Winn administration is proud of the initiative taken to bring more opportunities to the students of Winn High.
Congratulations, Mavericks!

SUBMITTED BY J MERCER

Mavericks and Mustangs Say No to Drugs


On Wednesday, October 23rd, the Silverline Dance Team and Maverick football players visited Mustang Nation to say no to drugs.
Perfecto Mancha held its annual "Say No to Drugs" rally and extended a cordial invitation to Mavericks at Winn High.
Silverline sparkled through their performance and members of the football team, Carlos Soto and Eduardo Menchaca, spoke to the Mustangs about the importance of staying drug free.
Maverick Nation thanks the students and staff at Mancha Elementary for the warm welcome and their hospitality.
Go Mavericks! Go Mustangs!

SUBMITTED BY J MERCER

EPHS Fire Safety

On October 22, 2019; EPHS held a campus wide Fire Drill to promote Fire Safety and to ensure that every person knows the appropriate route to take to evacuate the school. 
This drill was vital; since several evacuation routes had to be re-drawn due to the construction of the new band hall.
SUBMITTED BY P CANTU

EPHS Donation

On Monday, October 21, 2019, EPHS students in Dual Credit U.S. History collected and donated blankets for Student Council who was holding a Blanket Drive during Homecoming.

SUBMITTED BY P CANTU

New 9 Weeks Procedures Learned

With the start of the new 9 weeks; Students at EPHS began new classes. 
Students in Mr. Cantu's Economic class touched up on Fire Drill Procedures. 
Being in a new classroom; students had to learn the evacuation route for their new room.
SUBMITTED BY P CANTU

National Cafeteria Day at Henry B. Gonzalez


Henry B. Gonzalez cafeteria staff were celebrated with a little token of appreciation for being Food Service Week.
Way to go Bobcats!

submitted by E Gonzalez

Bobcat Perfect Attendance ALL Week

Henry B. Gonzalez Mrs. Hernandez, 4th grade class got perfect attendance for the 2nd week in a row! Keep up the great work! Way to go Bobcat!
submitted by E Gonzalez

Glass Environmental Club Recycle

Glass Elementary Environmental Club does their daily rounds throughout the school to assure that the Falcons are following recycling guidelines. 
Great job for keeping Glass Green!
submitted by A Celedon

Social Studies Department Meeting

The EPHS Social Studies department had their Department Meeting on Tuesday, October 22, 2019. Topic of discussion included the upcoming Parental Involvement Night; Attendance Concerns and Scholarships for EPISD Students.
submitted by P Cantu

Eagles visit OLLU

EPHS students were able to visit Our Lady of the Lake University on Wednesday, October 23, 2019. 
Students were able to tour the campus and meet with admission counselors. 
Soon some Eagles will become Angels.
submitted by P Cantu

Jersey Day at Darr


Wednesday, October 23 staff at Darr wore their jersey to "TEAM UP AGAINST DRUGS"
Way to go Mavs and PLAY BALL!

submitted by V Chacon

Lee Red Ribbon Week


4th grade Robert E. lee Rebels proudly pledge to be Drug Free.
"Your Life is a Journey, travel Drug Free".

submitted by C Gelacio

Darr Jersey Day

Students in Mrs. De Hoyos' 4th grade class participated in wearing a Sports' Jersey as part of the Red Ribbon Week activities at Ray H. Darr. 
Good Job Mavericks!
submitted by A De Hoyos

Rebel G/T Researchers

Lee Gifted and Talented students are researching a self selected toy company. 
They are creating a presentation on Google Slides to share with their classmates. 
Students are excited to find out interesting facts about their favorite toys. 
Miss Casares introduced important vocabulary that is useful to their research/documentation. 
GT students are always eager to work on their IPADS.
submitted by A Casares

Western Day at Darr

The students in Mrs. De Hoyos' 4th grade class at Darr participated in wearing western attire during Red Ribbon Week at Ray H. Darr.
submitted by A De Hoyos

Mustang Red ribbon week

Mrs. Mussi's first grade class at Mancha showed they have the power to say no to drugs by wearing a superhero shirt.
submitted by A Mussi

Tiger Red Ribbon Week - Day 3

On Wednesday, October 23rd, Graves Elementary continued Red a Ribbon Week Activities with Day 3 "Be Strong".
 Students wore Super Hero attire. 
Go Tigers!
submitted by A Libson

2nd Darr Book Club Meeting

The students at Darr not only completed their second book club challenge, but advanced to a third round and won the raffle! 
Two brand new books were awarded to two of the luckiest, well read students. 
Hope to see you at the next meeting.
submitted by A Flores

Tiger Cancer Survivor Surprised

On Tuesday October 22nd At Graves Mrs. R. Vielma was surprised with a gift from EPISD Retiree Teacher Ms. A. Daniel with a beautiful Cancer Survivor t-shirt being Cancer Awareness Month and to remind Mrs. Vielma she did it.
She beat Cancer! 
Thank You Ms. Daniel for the thoughtful gift to one of your own Tigers! 
Go Tigers!
submitted by A Libson

Bulldog Red Ribbon Week Crazy Hair Day

Benavides Heights Elementary celebrated Red Ribbon Week October 21st through the 25th. 
Every day there was an activity that staff and students participated in. 
On October 23rd, the activity was Crazy Hair day. 
Staff and students got creative and came up with some great crazy hair. "We have fun because we are drug-free!"
submitted by S Kypuros

Spooky work of Art

On October 21st at Graves Mrs. Villa's A.I. Classroom door is ready for Halloween! 

Students showed a cut and paste pumpkin activity that they worked on while showing their Witch decorated door!
Go Tigers!

submitted  by A Libson

Darr Red Ribbon Week

Wednesday, October 23rd, Mrs. Huerta's 3rd grade students at Ray H. Darr wore their favorite sports gear to "TEAM UP AGAINST DRUGS!"
submitted by K Huerta

Tigers Bosses Day Surprise


On October 16th Graves 6 grade teachers surprised their Principal Mrs. Soto Gonzalez & I.O. Mr. De la Cruz with a gift for all they do for their team grade level & for all Tigerland.
Go Tigers!

submitted by A Libson

Darr Nerds

On October 22nd Mrs. Vukotic's 3rd grade students at Darr wore glasses and bow ties to "Be Smart" about saying NO to DRUGS!
submitted by J Vukotic

Roll 'em to win it!

5th grade students in Mrs. Vargas class at Darr were using dice to roll numbers and create numerical expressions then solving them using order of operations.
submitted by A Vargas

EPHS Volleyball Parents Day

On Saturday, October 19th, EPHS Volleyball teams hosted a Parents Day to honor their biggest fans at their game.
 Before each game, the athletes presented their parents with baskets they made. 
The coaching staff would like to thank the parents for allowing their children to participate in volleyball and constantly supporting their daughter. 
The girls have shown great strives on the court as well as academically and it is in large part due to the support and love they have at home. 
Congrats Eagles!
submitted by J Byrne

Tiger Classroom readers

On October 23rd, Mrs. Carrazco's students at Graves Elementary received their reward tickets for their hard work during the 1st 9 weeks in the A.R. program. 
Congratulations to all these readers. 
Go Tigers!
submitted by S Carrazco

Tigers are Quiet Critters

Wednesday, October 23rd, Ms. Martinez' class at Graves had some very special visitors that decided to come out since all the students were quiet and on task! 
The students enjoyed some classwork time with their very own quiet critter!
submitted by K Martinez