Destiny 2nd in Area 1600 m run! Go D!
Brenen 1st in Area meet in 200m! On to regionals!
Cason Mackie 2nd in Area meet 300 hurdles! Regional bound!!
Braylen 1st in Area 300m hurdles! Regional here she comes!
Estefany 1st in Area wheelchair shot put and 100m! Headed to Regionals!!
Alex, Cade, Jeb & Brenen 2nd in Area 4x200 relay. On to regionals!!
Brenen Thompson 1st in Area 100m dash! On to regionals!!
Jeb Garnett 1st in Area 110 hurdles! Regional Qualifier!!
Yarely Jacquez 2nd place in Area pole vault! Regional Qualifier!
Braylen Lusby 1st in Area triple jump! Regional Qualifier!
Mary Beth Hicks is married to Jordan, and they have two children. She teaches English I, Journalism, and ESOL. She is the ESL Coordinator for the high school. Interacting with her students is something she really enjoys about her job. “It's amazing to see the positive reaction from students when they feel acknowledged. It is so fun getting to see my students around town working at their jobs, performing in their games, activities, etc. I am a firm believer that you must form those relationships with kids, and everything will fall into place. Teaching teenagers comes with its challenges, but I wouldn't want to be doing anything else,” shared Hicks.
“My first year of teaching was challenging in my ways. I had allowed my students to have a little party at the end of the year, and they brought snacks and food. One girl's mother had made burritos for the whole class, but they kept slowly disappearing. We were mystified about the disappearing burritos, until I learned later of one of the other students from class had taken them out to the AG shop and sold them to the kids out there! #teacherfail,” laughed Hicks.
Hicks attended elementary school is Spearman and graduated from Gruver High School. She earned her bachelor’s degree at West Texas A&M University (WTAMU). She is working on a master’s degree at WTAMU in school counseling + LPC.
Her goals include becoming a well-respected teacher by her students and colleagues. “My long-term goals are to eventually become a counselor where I can help students of all ages outside of the classroom setting with any issues they may be struggling with,” shared Hicks.
Congratulations on following your dreams of becoming a school counselor and for the relationships you have built along the way!
Destiny Perez 2nd in Area 3200 run. Regional Qualifier! Ethan Ramos 3rd in Area 3200 run. Regional Qualifier!
The Spearman Adult ESL program began four years ago. Over one hundred adults have participated in the program over the four years. Some of the members shared at the school board meeting what they have learned. Thank you to the students and teacher, Mrs. Alvarez, on a job well done!
Congratulations to the band students that will be competing at State Solo and Ensemble at the end of May, and Cadence Barrett for being named Honorable Mention All Star Cast at district One Act Play competition
Spearman ISD's Board of Education recognized Ana Ordonez and Erick Reyes for being selected 8th grade Students of the Month. Congratulations!
Spearman ISD's Board of Education recognized Jennifer Chavez and Fabian Hernandez as the April Lion's Club Student of the Month. Congratulations!
April Lion’s Club Students of the Month
Spearman High School
The April Lion’s Club Students of the Month at Spearman High School are seniors, Jennifer Chavez and Fabian Hernandez.
Jennifer is the daughter of Aron and Raquel Chavez. She two younger sisters, Jaileigh and Jeniah Vasquez, and two younger brothers, Jailen and Jaiven Vasquez. She also has a daughter, Alayah, who is two years old. Jennifer is active in Student Council, National Honor Society, and she coaches Little League softball. While in high school, Jennifer has pursued the Health Science Endorsement and through this pathway has received her Certified Nurse’s Aide Certification and Patient Care Technician Certification. She was also named the Top Student of the Year in Health Science Theory and has been listed on the All A Honor Roll throughout high school. In her free time, Jennifer likes to spend it with her daughter, Alayah. Jennifer states, “We do just about everything together. My life revolves around her.” Her future plans include attending West Texas A&M University to earn a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing and then transfer to attend Tarleton State University to attend their nursing program and obtain her Nurse Practitioner’s License. Jennifer states the best thing about Spearman is, “I like that everyone knows everyone and that just about everyone is family. No matter blood relations, everyone supports everyone.” The best thing about Spearman High School is, “The teachers have a great relationship with their students. When a student needs help, the teachers are always there to help students through all their personal matters.” Jennifer states when asked about her most influential teacher during her school years, “Spearman High School has many influential teachers, but the ones who stood out to me are Dr. Mike Ralston and Mrs. Deidre Tice.”
Fabian is the son of Gladis Hernandez. He has two younger sisters, Emily and Zoe Hernandez. Fabian is active in Spearman Lynx football, track, National Honor Society, and FFA. While in high school, Fabian was named Academic All-District in football, has been named 2nd Team and Honorable Mention All-District running back in 2020 and 2021. He was a state qualifier in Tractor Tech, has received his Lonestar FFA degree, and has been listed on the All A Honor Roll throughout high school. Fabian is currently serving as the FFA Secretary. In his spare time, Fabian enjoys fishing, hunting, working, and participating in stock shows. Fabian’s future plans include attending Universal Technical Institute in Irving, Texas to pursue a certificate in Diesel Technology. Fabian states the best thing about Spearman is, “I love the support from the community.” Fabian says the best thing about Spearman High School is, “I like how everyone is willing to help.” Fabian’s most influential teacher during his school years is Ms. Sandra White.
Congratulations to Jennifer and Fabian on being named the April Lion’s Club Students of the Month at Spearman High School.
Spearman High School art students are competing today at the 24th Annual Panhandle Area Art Jubilee at OPSU . They will be competing in multiple activities including side walk chalk contest, quick draw contest, potter's wheel throwing contest, and art show entries. A special thank you to Mr. Ortiz for his leadership in the program.
Returning Student Registration and New Student Enrollment is moving ONLINE!
This will vastly reduce the paperwork you receive at the beginning of each year. Online registration will occur through Parent Portal. Parent Portal accounts are required moving forward.
Jeb lost to the defending state champion in two sets. 6-1 & 6-3. Good match! Will most likely have a playback game for 2nd place to advance to state.
