Carthage ISD

🎶🐾 DAWG NATION, LET’S SHOW UP FOR OUR BAND! 🔴⚪

The Battlin’ Bulldog Band is headed to Hallsville this Saturday for the UIL Region 21 Marching Band Contest, and they need YOU in the stands cheering them on!

These talented students have spent countless hours rehearsing, perfecting their performance, and putting in the work to prepare for this moment. Now it's time to show them just how much their hometown is behind them!

📅 Saturday, October 17
📍 Bobcat Stadium | Hallsville, TX
🏟️ 2 Bobcat Ln, Hallsville, TX 75650
🥁 Carthage Performance: 6:00 PM
🏆 Results: 7:30 PM

There’s a lot riding on this performance, as the band looks to earn its spot at the UIL State Marching Band Contest in Waco!

❤️ Let’s fill those stands with RED and WHITE! Bring your family, bring your friends, and help us give the Battlin’ Bulldog Band the hometown support they deserve!

🎺 GOOD LUCK, BATTLIN’ BULLDOG BAND! We're proud of you, and we're cheering you on every step of the way!

Dawg Nation, drop a ❤️ in the comments to wish our band GOOD LUCK!

#ForTheC #DawgNation #BattlinBulldogBand #BetterAsABulldog

🏈 FOOTBALL UPDATE | KICKOFF TIME CHANGE Tonight’s Carthage Bulldogs football game at Spring Hill has been moved to 7:30 PM. Please note the updated kickoff time and plan accordingly. Thank you for your patience and understanding. #ForTheC

CISD Update – October 15, 2026 Carthage ISD is aware of the current situation at Spring Hill ISD and is closely monitoring developments. At this time, tonight’s football game at Spring Hill remains on schedule. We will provide updates if any changes are made or additional information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

CARTHAGE ATHLETICS UPDATE | OCTOBER 15 Today’s Lady Dawgs volleyball games at Spring Hill have been CANCELED. We will communicate rescheduling information once it becomes available.

📅 THIS WEEK IN CARTHAGE ISD | October 11–17, 2026 ❤️🤍🐾 It’s another busy week across Carthage ISD! From athletics and fine arts to campus events and districtwide celebrations, there is plenty happening throughout CISD this week. Here’s a look at what’s ahead: 🏫 Monday, October 12 • No School — Columbus Day Holiday • All CISD campuses are closed for the federal holiday • JH Volleyball at Henderson (games start at 4:30 PM) 🏐 Tuesday, October 13 • HS Volleyball at Pine Tree JV White – 4:30 PM JV Red – 5:30 PM Varsity – 6:30 PM 🏈 Wednesday, October 14 • Junior High Football at Spring Hill (games start at 4:30 PM) • 7th Grade B Team Football at Shelbyville – 4:30 PM • JV Football vs. Spring Hill – 5:00 PM • Libby Fall Picture Day 📚 Thursday, October 15 • Progress Reports Sent Home • HS Volleyball at Spring Hill Varsity – 4:30 PM JVR/JVW – 6:00 PM • Varsity Football at Spring Hill – 7:00 PM 🎭 Friday, October 16 • Last Day of Libby’s Coins for a Cure Fundraiser • Libby Ballet Folklórico Performance – 1:30 PM at the CHS PAC 🎶 Saturday, October 17 • HS Band at UIL Region 21 Marching Contest (Hallsville) • CHS Mini Cheer Camp – 9:00 AM to Noon at the CHS Gym 🍎 National School Lunch Week This week, we are also celebrating National School Lunch Week and recognizing our valued food service partner, Opaa! Thank you to the Opaa! teams who work hard each day to serve our students and help keep our Bulldogs fueled, cared for, and ready to learn. 📌 Upcoming Events • Oct. 19–23: School Bus Safety Week • Oct. 16–30: Red Ribbon Week • Oct. 19: School Board Meeting • Oct. 23: Primary Fall Festival • Oct. 30: Last Day of the Second Six Weeks Please remember to follow your child’s campus on social media and save your campus contact information for important updates throughout the year. 🌐 www.carthageisd.org Have a great week, Dawg Nation! ❤️🤍 #CarthageISD #ThisWeekInCISD #ForTheC #BetterAsABulldog

📣 HOLIDAY REMINDER | NO SCHOOL MONDAY Carthage ISD schools will be closed Monday, October 12, 2026 in observance of the Columbus Day holiday. Students and staff will return to their regular schedules on Tuesday, October 13. We hope everyone enjoys a safe and restful long weekend! ❤️🤍

🎶🔴⚪ IT’S PERFORMANCE DAY FOR THE BATTLIN’ BULLDOG BAND! 🎺🥁 The Battlin’ Bulldog Band is hitting the field this afternoon as they travel to Hallsville for the 2026 NAMMB Pre-UIL Marching Clinic! Our talented student musicians have been putting in the hours, perfecting their performance, and working hard to prepare for the upcoming UIL Marching Contest. Today is another opportunity to showcase that dedication and receive valuable feedback as they continue preparing for competition! 📅 TODAY | Saturday, October 10, 2026 📍 Bobcat Stadium | Hallsville ISD ⏰ Performance Time: 4:15 PM 🎼 Clinic Time: 4:30 PM Following their performance, the band will participate in a clinic with Mr. George Little, retired band director from Lufkin ISD. This event is designed to provide constructive feedback and preparation for UIL, with no ratings assigned. ❤️🐾 Dawg Nation, help us wish our Battlin’ Bulldog Band and their directors the very best as they take the field today! We are proud of the hard work, commitment, and Bulldog pride these students bring to every performance! 🎶 GO DAWGS! 🔴⚪ #BattlinBulldogBand #CarthageBulldogs #BetterAsABulldog #ForTheC

🎟️🏈 FOOTBALL TICKET INFORMATION | THIS WEEK

Dawg Nation, here’s everything you need to know about tickets for this week’s football games!

🔴 ROAD GAMES AT PITTSBURG
Junior High and Varsity tickets are available ONLINE ONLY through Pittsburg ISD.

🎟️ Tickets:
https://fan.hudl.com/usa/tx/pittsburg/organization/7030/pittsburg-high-school/tickets

Thursday, October 8
🏈 Junior High at Pittsburg | Games begin at 4:30 PM

Friday, October 9
🏈 Varsity at Pittsburg | Kickoff at 7:00 PM

⚪ HOME GAMES AT CARTHAGE
Freshmen and JV tickets are available online at:

🎟️ carthageisd.org/tickets

Thursday, October 8
🏈 Freshmen vs. Kilgore | 4:30 PM
🏈 JV vs. Pittsburg | 6:00 PM

Please make sure you use the correct ticket link for the game you’re attending. We’ll see you in the stands supporting the Dawgs!

#ForTheC #DawgNation

Today, Carthage ISD proudly celebrates World Teachers’ Day and the incredible educators who make a difference across our district every single day. ❤️🤍

The impact of a great teacher reaches far beyond a classroom.

Teachers help students discover strengths they did not know they had. They encourage them through difficult moments, challenge them to grow, celebrate their progress, and often become the person who helps a student believe that something more is possible.

From our youngest learners taking their first steps in the classroom to our seniors preparing for what comes next, Carthage ISD teachers are helping shape confidence, character, knowledge, and dreams.

Years from now, students may not remember every assignment, lesson, or test, but they will remember the teacher who believed in them. The one who listened. The one who challenged them. The one who gave them another chance. The one who made them feel seen, valued, and capable.

To every teacher across Carthage ISD, thank you for the time, patience, creativity, encouragement, and heart you pour into our students. Your influence does not end when the school day does, and the difference you make today can last a lifetime.

Happy World Teachers’ Day to the teachers who continue to inspire the next generation of Learners, Leaders, and Legends. ❤️🤍

#WorldTeachersDay #CarthageISD #BetterAsABulldog #LearnersLeadersLegends #ThankATeacher

❤️🤍 Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month🤍❤️

Carthage ISD is proud to recognize **National Hispanic Heritage Month** and celebrate the rich history, culture, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino Americans.

Across our schools, we are grateful for the students, families, educators, and staff members whose heritage, experiences, and traditions help make our district community stronger.

This month gives us an opportunity to learn, celebrate, and honor the many voices and stories that continue to shape our schools, our community, and our country.

We are proud to celebrate the people and cultures that are such an important part of Carthage ISD.

#HispanicHeritageMonth #CarthageISD

📅 THIS WEEK IN CARTHAGE ISD | OCTOBER 4–10, 2026 It’s another busy week across Carthage ISD! From picture day and parent meetings to district competition, volleyball, football, cross country, and One Act Play, there is plenty happening around our campuses. ❤️🤍 🔥 MONDAY, OCTOBER 5 | Fire Prevention Week • CHS Fall Picture Day • CHS FFA Meeting in the Commons | 5:30 PM • JH Volleyball vs. Spring Hill | Games begin at 4:30 PM • Libby Title I Parent Meeting | 5:30 PM • Libby Open House | 6:00 PM • Primary Title I Parent Meeting | 5:00 PM • Primary Open House | 5:30 PM 🏐 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 | National Coaches Day • CHS Volleyball at Spring Hill JV White | 4:30 PM JV Red | 5:30 PM Varsity | 6:30 PM • TSA Meeting in B1 | 6:00 PM • JH Cross Country at the District Meet in Longview 🎭 WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7 • Junior High One Act Play Competition at CHS • CHS Cross Country at the District Meet in Longview • Libby Coins for a Cure Assembly 🏈 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8 • Freshman Football vs. Kilgore | 4:30 PM • JV Football vs. Pittsburg | 6:00 PM • JH Football at Pittsburg | Games begin at 5:00 PM 🏈 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9 • Varsity Football at Pittsburg | 7:30 PM DISTRICT OPENER • Last Day of the Baker-Koonce Fall Fundraiser 📌 UPCOMING DATES • October 12 | School Holiday • October 15 | Progress Reports Go Home • October 16–30 | Red Ribbon Week • October 19 | School Board Meeting • October 19–23 | School Bus Safety Week • October 23 | Primary Fall Festival • October 30 | Last Day of the Second Six Weeks Be sure to save this graphic and follow your child’s campus on social media for campus-specific reminders, updates, and any schedule changes throughout the week. For more information, visit www.carthageisd.org. Have a great week, CISD! ❤️🤍 #CarthageISD #ThisWeekInCISD #DawgNation

❤️🤍 THANK YOU, CISD CUSTODIANS! 🤍❤️

Today, we’re proud to recognize the incredible custodians who help make Carthage ISD a clean, safe, and welcoming place for our students, staff, and families every single day.

Their work often happens quietly and behind the scenes, but the difference they make is seen and felt across every campus. From early mornings to late evenings, they take pride in our schools and care for them like their own.

To each member of our custodial team, thank you for your hard work, your dependability, and the care you show our schools and our people.

We appreciate you more than you know. ❤️🤍

Happy National Custodian Appreciation Day!

October is National Principals Month, and we are proud to recognize the five leaders serving our Carthage ISD campuses each day. ❤️🤍

Please help us celebrate:
❤️ Staci Davis | Carthage High School
🤍 Wade Watson | Carthage Junior High
❤️ Cherry Downs | Baker-Koonce Intermediate
🤍 Clarinda Collins | Libby Elementary
❤️ Jennifer Register | Carthage Primary

Leading a campus comes with a little bit of everything. Big decisions, long days, problem-solving, supporting staff, encouraging students, working with families, and plenty of work behind the scenes that most people never see. We are thankful for the time, energy, and heart these five principals give to their campuses and to Carthage ISD each day. During National Principals Month, we hope you will join us in showing them a little extra appreciation.

Thank you for your leadership and for the difference you make in the lives of our students and staff. We appreciate you! ❤️🤍

🔥🚒 Celebrate Fire Prevention Week with the Carthage Fire Department! 🚒🔥

Carthage ISD is proud to help spread the word on behalf of the Carthage Fire Department as they invite our community to their 2026 Open House during Fire Prevention Week!
This is a great opportunity for families to meet the first responders who serve our community, see firefighters and equipment in action, and learn more about fire safety and prevention in a fun, family-friendly setting.

📅 Tuesday, October 6, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 CFD Training Building at 808 W. Panola St. — located behind City Hall

🚒 Live demonstrations
👨‍🚒 Meet local first responders
🌭 FREE hot dogs, popcorn & drinks provided by the Carthage Noon Lions Club
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for the whole family!
🚗 Parking: Panola College W.C. Smith Building

Fire Prevention Week is a great reminder that fire safety starts with education and preparation. Bring the family, meet the men and women of the Carthage Fire Department, and spend an evening learning more about the people, equipment, and practices that help keep our community safe.

Carthage ISD is proud to partner with the Carthage Fire Department in helping promote fire safety, prevention, and preparedness across our community. We’re grateful for the continued support CFD provides to our schools, students, and families throughout the year. ❤️🚒

No Chalk Talk with Coach Surratt this week. Chalk Talk will take the week off and resume next week with another look inside Carthage Bulldog Football. Thanks for following along, Dawg Nation! 🔴⚪️ #NXT1

📅 THIS WEEK IN CARTHAGE ISD | Sept. 27 – Oct. 3, 2026 Here’s a look at what’s happening across Carthage ISD this week: Monday, Sept. 28 • Baker-Koonce Title I Parent Meeting — 5:30PM • Baker-Koonce Open House — 6:00 PM • Baker-Koonce Book Fair begins (runs through Oct. 2) • JH Volleyball vs. Pine Tree — games begin at 4:30 PM Tuesday, Sept. 29 • HS Volleyball at Gilmer — JVW 4:30 PM | JVR 5:30 PM | Varsity 6:30 PM Wednesday, Sept. 30 • Junior High One Act Play Clinic at CHS — 8:00–11:00 AM • CHS Senior Picture Retakes Thursday, Oct. 1 • Start of Hispanic Heritage Month & National Principals Month • JH Football vs. Palestine Westwood — games begin at 5:00 PM • HS Cross Country at the Eustace Bulldog Invitational Friday, Oct. 2 • School Custodian Appreciation Day • HS Volleyball vs. Kilgore — Varsity 4:30 PM | JVW & JVR 6:00 PM • HS Theatre presents 10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse — PAC, 7:00 PM • Junior High Fall Picture Day • Last day for Baker-Koonce Book Fair & Fall Fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 3 • HS Theatre presents 10 Ways to Survive the Zombie Apocalypse — PAC, 7:00 PM Upcoming Events • Oct. 5 — Primary & Libby Title I Parent Meeting (5:30 PM) & Open House (6:00 PM) • Oct. 6 — CHS FFA Carnival (6:30 PM, CHS Commons) • Oct. 7 — UIL One Act Play Competition • Oct. 5–9 — Fire Safety Week • Oct. 12 — School Holiday • Oct. 19–23 — School Bus Safety Week • Oct. 19 — School Board Meeting Please remember to follow your child’s campus on social media and save campus contact information. This information is pinned at the top of the Carthage ISD Facebook page. 🌐 www.carthageisd.org

🍎 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