Tonight at the regular meeting of the Carthage ISD School Board, the Bulldog Football program was recognized for their 4A Division II State Championship.
From left to right: Board Member Elzie Hicks, Board Member Truman Shirey, Zane Schumacher, Board Vice President Frank Willis, Connor Cuff, Superintendent Jarrod Bitter, Davion Wallace, Board President Dr. Ben Donald, Zsema'd Williams, Noah Paddie, Deiontae Marry, Coach Clint Endsley, Board Secretary Mary Ella Sherman, Keystone Allison, Brenda Giles, Board Member Paul Beatty.

Today we reflect upon and remember the life, legacy and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Reminder that there's no school on Monday in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. We hope our Bulldogs enjoy a great long weekend! See you all back on Tuesday! šŗšø

Based on the information provided to us from our law enforcement partners, we will follow our regular procedure for dismissal this afternoon. If parents or guardians would like to make plans to pick up their child who normally walks or rides a bus, please contact the school office ASAP to make those arrangements.
Any after-school activities will continue as scheduled. Any changes or adjustments will be communicated directly from the sponsor or coach.
Bus drivers will be taking extra precautions this afternoon, specifically in the area surrounding Baker-Koonce and Carthage Junior High, to ensure students get inside their houses safely whenever possible. Please be patient as this may cause a slight delay on certain routes.
You may observe an increased law enforcement presence in this area during dismissal. As always, we appreciate our law enforcement partners and their commitment to keeping our Bulldogs safe.

All campuses remain secure at this time and we will continue to provide updates as they are available. Any change in today's dismissal process will be communicated by 2 p.m. on the district and campus websites and social media channels.

The next CHS Blood Drive will be Wednesday, January 25th in the PAC. Please see the graphics for more information.
On Tuesday, January 10th, Mr. Mark Brown spoke to Mrs. McAlisterās Money Matters classes about insurance. He explained about all the different types of insurance, deductibles, premiums, how rates are determined, and ways to lower your costs.

As a precautionary measure, all Carthage ISD campuses are currently in a soft lockdown status due to a police search for a suspect near Baker-Koonce Intermediate. Students/staff are not perceived to be in danger. Campus and district administrators will be very visible during this time and student movement will be limited while the search is underway. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to keep our Bulldogs safe. We will provide updates as they are available.

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Wishing our Bulldog community a very Happy New Year! šš

Wishing our Bulldog community a very Merry Christmas! š

ā¼ļøREMINDER ā¼ļø Early release Tuesday and Wednesday of this week, then enjoy the holiday break, Bulldogs! š

CHS Key Club & National Honor Society host 2nd Annual Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 10th from 9am to 11am in the CHS Commons Area.

CHS Human Growth & Development and Principles of Education classes end project with donation to Mission Carthage

Carthage High School students earn degrees at 2022 TSA Leadership Conference

Carthage ISD will dismiss students early on Friday, Dec. 9 to allow buses to run regular routes before traveling to the football playoff game in Frisco.
Lunch will be served prior to dismissal and buses will begin afternoon routes at noon. GO DAWGS! š¾š

From our #BulldogFamily to yours, we wish you a very happy Thanksgiving! We are thankful for this incredible Bulldog community that supports our students, faculty and staff throughout the year!

FFA Area LDE Competition Results
Greenhand Quiz - 4th Overall (Briley Mosby, Kaylynn Sharpe, Sophie Calderon, Ali Moton)
Individual Scores -
Briley Mosby - 7th Overall
Sophie Calderon - 10th Overall
Greenhand Spanish Creed - 4th Overall (Sophie Calderon)
Way to go!!

Carthage ISD will dismiss students early on Friday, Nov. 18 to allow buses to run regular routes before traveling to the football playoff game in Texarkana.
Lunch will be served prior to dismissal and buses will begin afternoon routes at 1 p.m. GO DAWGS! š¾š

Congratulations to senior Elizabeth Pinkston for placing 2nd at the Regional UIL Congress Debate meet. Elizabeth will represent Carthage at the State UIL Congress meet in January. Congratulations also goes out to her coach, Mr. Russell Rowe.
Proud of the Debate DAWGS!

