Due to the threat of inclement weather, QISD will have a late start tomorrow, Tuesday, January 31. Classes will begin at 10:00 AM. Teachers should report to school at 9:30. Buses will begin running 2 hours later. Campus buildings will open for students at 9:15.
Please note the following game change updates:
--No JV games tomorrow.
--Varsity Girls will play at 4 p.m.
--Varsity Boys will follow.
The weather is currently being monitored and any further game changes will be updated accordingly.
Due to the threat of winter weather Quitman ISD will be releasing school at 2:00 pm. Car riders may be picked up at 2:00 pm. Buses will run at 2:00 pm. For safety, elementary students will NOT be released from the bus if a parent or guardian is NOT at home. If a parent or guardian is not at home the students will be returned to the High School Campus and may be picked up in the front office.
All extra curricular activities are cancelled.
Parents and Guardians: We are closely monitoring the weather conditions. We plan to continue school as normal today. Keeping our students safe is our top priority. QISD staff will be monitoring road conditions throughout the day. Stay tuned to the district's social media and website for updates. Please stay safe and thank you.
Quitman ISD is now planning for the Gifted and Talented Education program for the 2023-2024 school year. The G/T program is designed for students with exceptional intellectual and creative thinking abilities. Anyone wishing to nominate a student attending Quitman ISD in kindergarten through eleventh grade is asked to go by the school office and request a copy of the nomination form. This form must be returned to the school by March 23.
The Quitman Bulldogs will be heading to Harmony tomorrow afternoon to take on the Eagles, beginning at 4 p.m. with the JV Girls. JV Boys, Varsity Girls and Varsity Boys will follow.
Harmony High School will be holding a fundraiser for one of their own tomorrow evening. Jaedon Raiborn was recently diagnosed with Synovial Sarcoma Cancer and has already begun treatment. Harmony will be collecting money for her medical treatments in between the Varsity Girls' and Varsity Boys' games. Bulldog fans are welcome to donate too, if you feel so inclined.
Tickets for the game are exclusively available for purchase online at: https://www.harmonyisd.net/page/sports-tickets
THIS FRIDAY!!
Be sure to head to Harmony to cheer on the Bulldogs as they take on the Eagles. JV girls will begin at 4 p.m. with JV Boys, Varsity Girls and Varsity Boys following. PLEASE NOTE: You MUST purchase your ticket online to enter the game. You can find tickets for the game here: https://www.harmonyisd.net/page/sports-tickets
See you there! Go Bulldogs!
There will be a free vaccine clinic available to the public this Friday, January 27th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Quitman Public Library. Flu, Covid-19 and booster shots will be available.
Make plans to head to Delbert Ballard Gymnasium this afternoon to cheer on the Bulldogs as they take on Mt. Pleasant Chapel Hill. JV girls will start things off at 4 p.m., with JV boys, Varsity girls and Varsity boys following.
QHS Seniors from the Health Science Senior Level Pharmacy Technician and Patient Care Technician courses completed certification training in "basic life support" this morning.
This "basic life support" certification brings them one step closer to their ultimate goals of Pharmacy Technician (PT) and Patient Care Technician (PCT) certifications. Students will be testing for these PT and PCT certifications towards the end of the school year.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are planning to attend the basketball games in Winnsboro this afternoon, you *must* purchase your tickets online. They can be purchased at the following link:
https://www.winnsboroisd.org/page/online-tickets1
SAVE THE DATE!
On February 27th, families will be invited to head to QES, grab a passport and explore the world of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). This first annual event will offer several stations with engaging activities for the whole family. Some of the special guests in attendance will be from Wood County Electric Cooperative, Northeast Texas Community College, and 4H. More details coming soon!
UPDATE: The issue has been resolved.
Quitman Independent School District is currently experiencing a phone outage, district-wide. We are working with our provider and hope to resolve the issue quickly.
Quitman Independent School District will be closed on Monday, January 16th, in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day. Classes will resume Tuesday, January 17th.
It's Game Day!! Be sure to head to Delbert Ballard Gymnasium this afternoon to catch some great basketball games as the Quitman Bulldogs take on Mt. Vernon. JV Girls will kick the games off at 4 p.m., with JV Boys following, then Varsity Girls and Varsity Boys.
Come join us at Quitman ISD! We are currently looking for Bus Drivers, Food Service Workers and Custodians. See our website at quitmanisd.net and click on "Job Openings" for more information.
January is School Board Recognition Month and Quitman ISD is celebrating its trustees for their dedication and commitment to the district and its students. Trustees will receive special recognition at the monthly school board meeting on Monday, January 9th, at 6 p.m.
The theme of this year’s School Board Recognition Month is Forward, Together, which highlights the collaboration among school leadership, teachers, and parents on behalf of students.
Yesterday's professional development day for teachers and staff members started off with a bang with a morning visit from the folks at "Travelin' Tom's Coffee" truck. Thank you to the administrators, who worked with the great folks at "Travelin' Tom's Coffee" for supplying a great treat to employees at all campuses! The owners of "Travelin' Tom's Coffee" also own the "Kona Ice" trucks that visit our campuses several times throughout the year. Their tasty treats are always appreciated!
GAME CHANGE! The JH Lady Bulldogs Basketball team will be playing tonight at Delbert Ballard Gymnasium instead of away. There will only be one JH girl's game. It will begin at 5 p.m. JH Boys' games will follow.
REMINDER: Students will return to school on Thursday, January 5th. Teachers and staff will return on Wednesday, January 4th, for professional development. See you soon!
