Carthage ISD

🍎 Free & Reduced Meal Applications: Apply or Reapply Today Carthage ISD families, now is the time to complete your 2026–27 Free & Reduced Meal Application. If your family qualified last school year, please make sure you have reapplied for this school year. Eligibility from the previous year does not continue indefinitely, and families who have not submitted a new application may see their current meal discount end beginning Monday. We also encourage all Carthage ISD families to apply, even if you are unsure whether your household will qualify. Students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals can receive their regular school breakfast and lunch at no cost, thanks to continued state funding. Extra snacks and à la carte items are not included. Qualifying may also help students access additional opportunities such as reduced testing fees, college application fee waivers, financial aid resources and scholarships. The application is quick, secure and confidential, and only one application per household is needed. ➡️ Visit www.carthageisd.org Select Parents → Free & Reduced Meal Application A few minutes today can help prevent an interruption in your student’s meal discount and may open the door to additional opportunities throughout the school year.

🔴⚪ BULLDOG GAMEDAY — DAWG NATION ON THE ROAD! ⚪🔴 Carthage Athletics hits the road tonight with Lady Dawg Volleyball and Bulldog Football in action in away contests. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2026 🏐 LADY DAWG VOLLEYBALL @ HENDERSON • Varsity — 4:30 PM • JV Red — 6:00 PM • JV White — 6:00 PM 📍 Henderson High School 1900 State Highway 64 Henderson, TX 75652 🎟️ Volleyball Tickets: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/tx/henderson/organization/258/henderson-high-school 🏈 BULLDOG FOOTBALL @ WEST ORANGE-STARK • Kickoff — 7:00 PM 📍 Leroy Breedlove Field at Dan R. Hooks Stadium 1500 Newton St. West Orange, TX 🎟️ Football Tickets: https://secure.payk12.com/school/West-Orange-Stark-High-School/739 ⚠️ FOOTBALL FAN REMINDER West Orange-Stark enforces a CLEAR BAG POLICY. Bags must be clear and no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”. All bags entering the facility are subject to inspection. Please plan accordingly before arriving at the stadium. Safe travels to everyone making the trip! Let’s show up, be loud, and support our Dawgs and Lady Dawgs on the road! #ForTheC

👏 Celebrating Excellence Across Carthage ISD! At last night’s Carthage ISD Board of Trustees meeting, we were proud to recognize several outstanding students and staff members for the positive impact they make across our district. 🌟 Elementary Student of the Month: Jaylen Pineda — Baker Koonce Intermediate 🌟 Secondary Student of the Month: Aubree Ritter — Carthage Junior High 🍎 Elementary Teacher of the Month: Candace Price — Baker Koonce Intermediate 🍎 Secondary Teacher of the Month: Schelice Keyes — Carthage Junior High ❤️ Support Staff Member of the Month: April Schuchardt — Carthage High School Custodian Each of these honorees represents the hard work, character, and dedication that make our schools special. We are grateful for the many ways they contribute to their campuses and to Carthage ISD. Please join us in congratulating all of our honorees! 👏🔴⚪ Jaylen Pineda was unable to attend the meeting and is not pictured.

🎟️ VARSITY FOOTBALL TICKETS NOW ON SALE The Bulldogs travel to West Orange-Stark on Friday, September 25 for a 7:00 PM kickoff. 📍 Leroy Breedlove Field at Dan R. Hooks Stadium 1500 Newton St. West Orange, TX 🎟️ All tickets are digital and must be purchased online. No cash will be accepted at the gate. ⚠️ IMPORTANT: A RESERVED ticket is for the HOME SIDE ONLY and cannot be honored on the visitor side. When purchasing: • Select WOS High School • Verify the event and date • Make sure you purchase a VISITOR-side ticket • Have your digital ticket ready to be scanned at the gate 🎟️ Purchase tickets: https://secure.payk12.com/school/West-Orange-Stark-High-School/739 For ticket assistance, contact the West Orange-Stark Athletic Office at 409-882-5570. Dawg Nation, grab your tickets now and make plans to be there! #ForTheC #NXT1 #GoDawgs

📅 THIS WEEK IN CARTHAGE ISD | SEPTEMBER 20–26, 2026 There’s plenty happening across CISD this week! Be sure to save these dates and keep up with your child’s campus for additional information and updates. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 🚫 No classes for students — Teacher Workday/Staff Development TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 📚 First Day of the Second Six Weeks 🏫 School Board Meeting — 6:00 PM | Administration Building 🏐 HS Volleyball vs. Spring Hill • JV White — 4:30 PM • JV Red — 5:30 PM • Varsity — 6:30 PM THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 🏈 JV Football vs. Canton — 5:00 PM 🏈 JH Football at Shelbyville — 7B only | 5:00 PM 🏃 HS Cross Country at the Canton Eagle Invitational 📸 Baker-Koonce Picture Day 📚 Baker-Koonce Book Fair begins — Runs through October 2 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 📄 First Six Weeks Report Cards Go Home 🏐 HS Volleyball at Henderson • Varsity — 4:30 PM • JV White & JV Red — 6:00 PM 🏈 Varsity Football at West Orange-Stark — 7:00 PM 🎶 Regional Choir Auditions at Whitehouse SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 🏃 JH Cross Country at the Lufkin Invitational 🎶 Baker-Koonce Choir performs at Potlatch 📌 UPCOMING EVENTS September 28 🎺 JH Band Fall Concert — 7:00 PM | PAC 🏫 Baker-Koonce Title I Parent Meeting — 5:00 PM 🏫 Baker-Koonce Open House — 5:30 PM September 30 🎭 Junior High One Act Play Clinic — 8:00–11:00 AM October 5 🏫 Primary & Libby Title I Parent Meeting — 5:30 PM 🏫 Primary & Libby Open House — 6:00 PM October 5–9 🧯Fire Safety Week October 6 🌾 CHS FFA Carnival — 6:30 PM | CHS Commons October 7 🎭 UIL One Act Play Competition October 12 🚫 School Holiday For the latest campus-specific information, be sure to follow your child’s campus on social media and save the campus contact information. That information is also pinned at the top of the Carthage ISD Facebook page. 🌐 www.carthageisd.org #CarthageISD #ThisWeekInCISD #BetterAsABulldog

📣 REMINDER: NO CLASSES MONDAY Carthage ISD will have no classes on Monday, September 21 due to a scheduled Teacher Workday. Students will return on Tuesday, September 22, as we begin the second six weeks of the school year. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend, and we look forward to welcoming our students back on Tuesday! ❤️🤍

🚸 SCHOOL TRAFFIC SAFETY REMINDERS Keeping our students, families, staff, and community safe takes all of us. Whether you’re walking to school, dropping off a student, or driving through a school zone, please stay alert and follow these important safety reminders. 👟 FOR CHILDREN & PEDESTRIANS • Use sidewalks whenever possible. If there is no sidewalk, it is best to walk on the left side of the street facing traffic. • Cross the street only at intersections or crosswalks. Wait for the signal, and always look left, right, and left again before crossing. • Make eye contact with drivers before crossing the street. Never assume a driver sees you or knows you are about to cross. 🚗 FOR DRIVERS • Watch for flashing school zone lights during the morning and afternoon and obey all posted school zone speed limits. Remember, traffic fines increase in school zones. • Stay alert and put your phone out of reach. Using a handheld electronic device while driving in an active school zone is against the law. • Stop and yield to people in crosswalks. Be especially alert for students who may be entering or leaving school campuses. Please slow down, stay focused, and give yourself a little extra time when traveling through our school zones. A few extra seconds of caution can help keep everyone safe. #CarthageISD #SchoolSafety #TrafficSafety #SchoolZoneSafety #BetterAsABulldog

💻 Happy IT Professionals Day! 🖥️ Today, Carthage ISD celebrates the technology professionals who keep our district connected, supported, and moving forward every day! From maintaining networks and devices to troubleshooting technology, supporting classrooms, protecting systems, and helping students and staff stay connected, much of their work happens behind the scenes—but its impact is felt across every campus. Thank you to our CISD Technology Team for your knowledge, patience, problem-solving, and dedication to our students and staff. We appreciate everything you do to keep Carthage ISD connected and ready to learn! ❤️🤍 #CarthageISD #ITProfessionalsDay #BetterAsABulldog

🏠🐾 THIS WEEK IN CARTHAGE ISD | HOMECOMING WEEK! ❤️🤍 It’s Homecoming Week across Carthage ISD, and we have a full schedule of activities, athletics, celebrations, and important dates coming up! Here’s what’s happening September 13–19, 2026: 📅 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 🏐 JH Volleyball at Tyler Chapel Hill — games begin at 4:30 PM 🎶 JH Band begins after-school lessons 📣 BK Fall Fundraiser Kickoff 📅 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 | National IT Professionals Day 🏐 HS Volleyball at Pleasant Grove • JV White & JV Red — 4:30 PM • Varsity — 6:00 PM 💻 CHS TSA Meeting in B1 — 6:00 PM 📅 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 | Constitution Day 🏐 HS Volleyball vs. Pine Tree • JV White — 4:30 PM • JV Red — 5:30 PM • Varsity — 6:30 PM 🏈 JH Football vs. Center — games begin at 4:30 PM 🏈 Freshmen Football vs. Longview at Judson MS — 5:00 PM 🏈 JV Football vs. Longview at Lobo Stadium — 6:30 PM 📅 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 | Last Day of the First Six Weeks 🏈 Varsity Football vs. Spring Legacy Academy — 7:30 PM 🏃 HS Cross Country at Hallsville Invitational 💃 CHS Homecoming Dance — after the football game in the CHS Commons 📸 Primary Pictures with Butch the Bulldog — PTO Fundraiser 🎓 CHS Distinguished Alumni Ceremonies — halftime of the varsity football game 📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 🏐 JV Volleyball at Hallsville Tournament 🏃 JH Cross Country at Hallsville Invitational 🎉 HOMECOMING DRESS-UP DAYS Each campus has its own Homecoming dress-up schedule, so be sure to follow your child’s campus social media pages for all the details! 🚨 LOOKING AHEAD 🍎 NO CLASSES Monday, September 21 — Teacher Workday 📄 Report cards will be sent home Friday, September 25 📲 Families, please remember to follow your child’s campus on social media and save your campus contact information. This information is also pinned at the top of the Carthage ISD Facebook page. 🌐 www.carthageisd.org It’s going to be a busy and exciting week. Let’s make it a great Homecoming Week across Dawg Nation! ❤️🤍🐾 #BetterAsABulldog #CarthageISD #Homecoming2026 #DawgNation

🎉🌎 IT’S ALMOST HERE!

Our 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Celebration is happening THIS FRIDAY, September 11, from 4:00–7:00 PM at Carthage High School!

And come HUNGRY — you can skip cooking dinner Friday night! We’re expecting approximately 25–30 food vendors and food trucks, so there will be plenty of great food and something for everyone to enjoy.

Most vendors will be set up inside the CHS Commons, with additional vendors outside near the CHS letters or at the back bus ramp, depending on construction taking place behind the building.

Bring the whole family, grab some great food, support our vendors and students, and join us as we celebrate the cultures and traditions that make our community special. ❤️

📅 Friday, September 11, 2026
⏰ 4:00–7:00 PM
📍 Carthage High School — CHS Commons & surrounding areas

❤️ All proceeds benefit scholarships for the Carthage High School Class of 2027!

We hope to see everyone there this Friday!

🍎 More Than a Meal. More Opportunities for Your Student.

We have some great news for Carthage ISD families! Texas is continuing to cover the full cost of school breakfast and lunch for students who qualify for reduced-price meals. That means students who qualify for either free or reduced-price meals can receive their regular school breakfast and lunch at no cost. Extra snacks and à la carte items are not included.

That makes completing the Free & Reduced Meal Application even more important. The benefits can help your family today while also opening doors for your student down the road.

Families who qualify may benefit from:

🍎 Free school breakfast and lunch — helping families save on meal costs throughout the school year.

🎓 College readiness savings — eligible students may qualify for reduced fees or other benefits associated with the SAT, ACT and AP exams.

🏫 College application fee waivers — eligibility may help students qualify for application fee waivers at many colleges and universities.

💰 Financial aid and scholarship opportunities — free and reduced-price meal eligibility may help students access additional opportunities as they prepare for life after high school.

📋 Remember: families generally need to complete a new application each school year to maintain eligibility. This is especially important for families new to Carthage ISD, families with students changing campuses, and any household that believes it may qualify.

The application is quick, secure and confidential, and only one application per household is needed.

Haven't completed yours yet? There's still time!

Visit www.carthageisd.org and select Parents → Free & Reduced Meal Application to get started.

A few minutes completing the application can mean free meals today and valuable opportunities for your student's future.

Let's make sure every eligible Bulldog has access to the benefits available to them! ❤️🐾

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🍎 Más que una comida. Más oportunidades para su estudiante.

Completar la Solicitud de Comidas Gratis o a Precio Reducido puede ayudar a su familia ahora y abrir más oportunidades para el futuro de su estudiante.

Además, hay buenas noticias para las familias de Texas: el estado continúa cubriendo el costo total del desayuno y el almuerzo escolar para los estudiantes que califican para comidas a precio reducido. Esto significa que los estudiantes elegibles pueden recibir desayuno y almuerzo escolar sin costo. Los bocadillos adicionales y los artículos a la carta no están incluidos.

Las familias que califican también pueden beneficiarse de:

• Comidas escolares gratis
• Tarifas reducidas para los exámenes SAT, ACT y AP
• Exenciones de cuotas de solicitud en muchas universidades
• Mayor acceso a ayuda financiera y oportunidades de becas

¿Quién debe completar una solicitud?

✔️ Familias nuevas en Carthage ISD
✔️ Familias con estudiantes que cambiarán de campus
✔️ Cualquier familia que crea que puede calificar para comidas gratis o a precio reducido

La solicitud es rápida, segura y confidencial. Solo se necesita una solicitud por hogar cada año escolar.

Las solicitudes pueden completarse en cualquier momento durante el año escolar, pero cuanto antes se presenten, antes pueden comenzar los beneficios.

Para solicitar, visite www.carthageisd.org y seleccione Parents → Free & Reduced Meal Application.

Unos minutos hoy pueden ayudar a su familia ahora y crear más oportunidades para el futuro de su estudiante.

📅 THIS WEEK IN CARTHAGE ISD | SEPTEMBER 6–12, 2026 Here’s a look at what’s happening across Carthage ISD this week! From athletics and FFA to campus activities, there’s plenty going on around the district. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 🇺🇸 Labor Day Holiday All Carthage ISD campuses and offices will be closed. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 🏐 HS Volleyball at Kilgore • JV White — 4:30 PM • JV Red — 5:45 PM • Varsity — 6:45 PM 🐄 Carthage FFA Extravaganza • Panola County Expo Center • 6:30 PM WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 🎓 CHS — Charles Matthews Foundation Lunch • PAC Foyer THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 🏈 9th Grade Football at Lufkin — 5:00 PM 🏈 JV Football at Palestine Westwood — 5:00 PM 🏈 JH Football at Evangel — Games begin at 4:30 PM 🏐 JH Volleyball at Kilgore — Games begin at 4:30 PM 🏃 HS Cross Country at Mount Pleasant Tiger Invitational FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 🏐 HS Volleyball at Tyler Chapel Hill • Varsity — 4:30 PM • JV White & JV Red — 6:00 PM SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12 🏃 JH Cross Country at Longview Invitational 🏐 JH Volleyball at Tatum Tournament 📚 IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER The last day of the first six weeks is Friday, September 18. Report cards will be sent home on Friday, September 25. Families, please remember to follow your child’s campus on social media and save your campus contact information so you can stay connected throughout the school year. Campus contact information is pinned at the top of the Carthage ISD Facebook page. For additional district information, visit www.carthageisd.org. Have a great week, Bulldog Nation! ❤️🐾 #BetterAsABulldog

🎓 CLASS OF 2027 — IT’S TIME TO ORDER YOUR GRADUATION GEAR!

Carthage High School seniors and families can now begin ordering graduation products, including caps and gowns, through Balfour!

Getting started is easy:

🎥 WATCH THE GRADUATION VIDEO
Learn more about available graduation products and the ordering process:
https://gradurl.com?O4gGIq

🎓 PLACE YOUR ORDER
Shop graduation packages and place your order online:
https://www.balfour.com/texas/carthage/carthage-high-school/graduation-packages?smi=70568

📅 ORDER DEADLINE: OCTOBER 1
Please place your order on or before October 1 to ensure your graduation items are ordered in a timely manner.

📦 HOME DELIVERY
All graduation items will be shipped directly to the senior’s home address for added convenience.

Questions or need assistance? Contact the local Balfour office:
📞 903-757-6595
📧 contactus@graduatesales.net

The countdown to graduation is officially underway! We can’t wait to celebrate our Carthage High School Class of 2027! 🎓❤️

📚 READY TO TAKE THE ACT? SIGN UP NOW!

ACT registration is open in the Counseling Center with Ms. Brown.

💵 Cost: $40
⏰ Deadline: September 18

Don’t miss your chance to register. Stop by the Counseling Center before September 18, see Ms. Brown, and secure your ACT signup.

👉 Take action today—bring your $40 and get signed up!

9/11 WALK OF REMEMBRANCE

The Carthage Fire Department invites our community to come together as we remember and honor those who lost their lives on September 11, 2001.

📅 Saturday, September 12, 2026
⏰ 9:30 AM
📍 Panola County Courthouse

As we mark the 25th anniversary of 9/11, we remember the lives lost, the bravery of first responders, and the strength and unity shown in the days that followed.

Everyone is invited to join us as we walk together in remembrance.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget.

🎟️ VARSITY FOOTBALL TICKETS ARE NOW ON SALE! 🏈 The Dawgs are back at home Friday night as Carthage takes on the Pine Tree Pirates at Bulldog Stadium in their first home game of the year! Ticket Prices Adults: $8 Students: $5 Purchase tickets online at http://carthageisd.org/tickets or stop by The Bulldawg Stop to purchase in person. Thank you, Dawg Nation, for continuing to show up, pack the stands, and create one of the best Friday night environments in high school football. Bring the energy. Fill the stadium. Support the Dawgs. GO DAWGS! 🔴⚪️ #ForTheC #DawgNation #NXT1

📣 THIS WEEK IN CARTHAGE ISD August 30 – September 5, 2026 There’s a lot happening across CISD this week! From progress reports and campus meetings to volleyball, football, cross country, and the Belles Clinic, our Bulldogs are staying busy. ❤️🤍 🎟️ ATHLETIC TICKETS Home athletic tickets are available online at carthageisd.org/tickets. 📅 MONDAY, AUGUST 31 🏈 Varsity Home Football Tickets Go On Sale at 10:00 AM Tickets may be purchased: • Online at carthageisd.org/tickets • In person at the Bulldawg Stop ⚠️ Please note: Bulldawg Stop ticket sales are for varsity home football games only. 📅 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 📄 Progress Reports Sent Home — All CISD campuses 🛠️ CHS TSA Meeting • Room B1 • 6:00 PM 🏐 HS Volleyball vs. Garrison • JV — 4:30 PM • Varsity — 5:30 PM 📅 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3 🏈 9th/JV Football at Pine Tree • 9th Grade — 5:00 PM • JV — 6:30 PM 🏈 JH Football vs. Pine Tree • Games begin at 4:30 PM 🏐 JH Volleyball at Pine Tree • Games begin at 4:30 PM 📅 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4 🏈 Varsity Football vs. Pine Tree • 7:30 PM 🏃 HS Cross Country • Texas High Tiger Invitational 🏐 HS Volleyball at Tyler Legacy • Varsity — 4:30 PM • JV White & JV Red — 6:00 PM 💃 Belles Clinic • CHS Gym • 5:00–6:00 PM 📅 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 🏃 JH Cross Country • Lufkin Hudson Invitational 🇺🇸 LOOKING AHEAD: LABOR DAY Carthage ISD will be closed Monday, September 7 for the Labor Day holiday. There will be no school, so enjoy the three-day weekend! 📲 Stay connected! Be sure to follow your child’s campus on social media and save campus contact information so you never miss an important update. Campus social media and contact information is also pinned at the top of the CISD Facebook page. ❤️🤍 We’re ready for another great week in Carthage ISD. Good luck to all of our students, teams, organizations, coaches, sponsors, and staff representing CISD this week! Carthage Independent School District Where Champions Are Educated www.carthageisd.org

Parking map for tonight's game at Henderson

🏟️ Bulldog Stadium Reminders 🏈 A reminder for all home football games, both subvarsity and varsity: • No backpacks are allowed inside Bulldog Stadium. • Students in 6th grade or below must be accompanied by an adult. Please help us keep game nights safe and enjoyable for everyone. We appreciate your cooperation.

🏈 CARTHAGE vs. HENDERSON — TICKET INFORMATION All tickets for this week’s Carthage vs. Henderson football games will be sold ONLINE. 🔴 THURSDAY — FRESHMAN & JV (HOME) Purchase tickets through Carthage ISD: carthageisd.org/tickets ⚪ FRIDAY — VARSITY AT HENDERSON Purchase tickets through Henderson: https://fan.hudl.com/usa/tx/henderson/organization/258/henderson-high-school/tickets ⚠️ FRIDAY NIGHT FANS: We strongly encourage everyone to BUY YOUR TICKETS IN ADVANCE! A large crowd is expected, and there is a good chance Friday night’s game will SELL OUT. Get your tickets early and make your plans to be in Henderson! 🏈 #ForTheC #DawgNation #NXT1