Ponder Elementary School

🎉 End-of-Year Events & Reminders! 🎓🎈 Ponder ISD families — mark your 📅 and join us in celebrating the close of a great school year! Here are some important upcoming dates: 📍 May 16 – PES Field Day 🏃‍♀️☀️ 📍 May 18 – Baccalaureate @ 6:00 PM – PHS Auditorium ⛪ 📍 May 19 – Graduation @ 5:00 PM – UNT Coliseum 🎓 🔹 Clear bag policy in effect 🔹 PHS students ONLY will dismiss early at 3:00 PM 📍 May 20 – 5th Grade Graduation Celebration @ 6:00 PM – PHS Auditorium 🎉 📍 May 21 – Kindergarten Graduation @ 6:00 PM – PHS Auditorium 🎓🧒 📍 May 22 – Last Day of School + Early Release! 🚌 🔸 PES – 12:15 PM 🔸 PUES – 12:15 PM 🔸 PJH – 1:00 PM 🔸 PHS – 1:00 PM

Calling all Future Lions! Is your little one ready to join us for Kindergarten next school year? Come step into Kindergarten with us at Ponder Elementary! Kindergartners for 2025-2026 School Year! Kindergarten Event April 29 | 5:30-6:15 PM 401 W Bailey Street Meet the teachers, see the classrooms, and get ready for an exciting new year ahead! We can’t wait to meet our future Lions — see you there! #FutureLions #Kindergarten2025-2026

Save the Date – District-Wide Art Show! Join us on May 1st for this year’s district-wide art show 🎨✨ We’ll be showcasing over 1,000 incredible works of art from students across all grade levels! Want to get creative at the show? Preorder your exclusive art show t-shirt by April 10th at: gogandy.com/ponder-artshow25, and you’ll get fabric markers to color it in yourself at the event! 👕🖍️ Don’t miss this celebration of creativity and talent—we can’t wait to see you there! 🖼️🎉

🎉 Happy Assistant Principal Week! 🎉 Join us in celebrating PISD’s AMAZING Assistant Principals — Mrs. Carson, Dr. Green, Mr. Ramsey, & Mr. Hay! 🦁❤️ We appreciate each of you and everything you do to support our students, staff, and schools. Your leadership, dedication, and hard work make a difference every single day! 🙌🍎📚 Thank you for being such an important part of our PISD family!

📢 Reminder: There will be no school for students Wednesday, March 26, due to a staff development day and the Academic UIL Meet hosted at Ponder High School. We will see students back on Thursday!

📢 Weather Update 📢 At this time, all Ponder ISD campuses will remain open as scheduled today and tomorrow. We are in close communication with Denton County Emergency Services and area superintendents to monitor weather conditions. We will continue to track the forecast throughout the evening and early morning. If any changes occur, we will communicate updates as soon as possible through all appropriate channels. With temperatures expected to be very cold, please make sure all students wear their jackets and stay bundled up when heading to school. Stay warm and safe! ❄️

📢 Join Our Team – Become a Substitute at Ponder ISD! 🍎🏫 Ponder ISD is looking for dedicated and passionate individuals to join our team as substitutes! This is a great opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our students while enjoying a flexible schedule. Whether you're a retired educator, college student, or community member looking to get involved, we’d love to have you on board! ✅ Flexible scheduling ✅ Rewarding experience ✅ Opportunity to support our students & staff Apply today and help us continue providing a great learning environment for our students!

🏀 Ponder Lions Playoff Game 🦁 📢 Ponder Lions vs. Life Oak Cliff 📢 📅 Date: Monday, February 17th ⏰ Game Time: 7:00 PM (Doors open at 6:30 PM) 📍 Location: Haltom High School 📍 Address: 5501 Haltom Road, Haltom City, TX 76137 🎟 Ticket Link- WILL GO LIVE ON MONDAY Feb 17th at 8 AM 👉 https://gofan.co/event/3215846?schoolId=TX99648 ✅ Passes Accepted: Senior Citizen District 9-3A & 10-3A TGCA, THSCA, THADA, TASO 🚨 Important Reminders: 🔹 Clear Bag Policy in Effect 🔹 No Outside Food or Drinks (Including Water Bottles)

🏀 Girls Area Playoff Game – Come Support the Lady Lions Basketball Team! 🏀 🔥 Ponder Lady Lions vs. Winnsboro 🔥 📅 Date: Friday, February 14, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM (Gates open at 5:30 PM) 📍 Location: Farmersville High School 📍 Address: 499 S State Hwy 78, Farmersville, TX 75442 🎟 Tickets: Online only – Get yours here 👉 https://events.ticketspicket.com/agency/b7029d7b-d3fb-4076-a549-5e8203292073/events/bc282334-9eec-4887-b091-3a35b3b4c9df ✅ Passes Accepted: THSCA, Senior Citizen, TGCA, District Pass, TABC Come out and cheer on the Lady Lions as they battle for the Area Championship

Ponder ISD is hosting Dual Language Parent Information Meetings for families interested in the 2025-2026 school year. Open to PK-1st grade students, the program promotes bilingualism, biliteracy, and academic success in both English and Spanish. Join us to learn more about the program, application process, and ask questions. Sessions will be held on February 18 at 6 PM and February 25 at 8 AM at the Ponder ISD Administration Office Board Room. Learn more at https://5il.co/36ya4

📢 Join Us for the PISD Job Fair! 🗓️ Date: March 8th ⏰ Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Ponder ISD is a great place to be! With amazing students and an incredible team, we are proud to say we are #MadeForGreatness. Don't miss this opportunity to join our outstanding district and make a difference in the lives of our students! We can't wait to meet you! ✨

Ponder ISD is hosting a Gifted & Talented Information Meeting on Thursday, January 23rd, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM in the Ponder ISD Board Room. This event will provide valuable insights into the Gifted & Talented program, including an overview of what it means to be gifted and talented, the referral process, and what the program looks like within Ponder ISD. Open to everyone, this meeting is especially beneficial for families interested in learning about the program, including those with children already enrolled. Join us to explore opportunities and resources available for gifted and talented students in the district!

Dear Ponder ISD Parents and Guardians, This is a friendly reminder that all campuses will have early dismissal this Friday, 12/20/24. Dismissal Times: Elementary Campuses: 12:15 PM Secondary Campuses: 1:00 PM Please note that Elementary ESD (Extended School Day) will not be available on Friday due to staffing limitations. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Thank you for making the necessary arrangements to accommodate this schedule change. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact your campus office. Thank you for your continued support of Ponder ISD! Warm regards, Ponder ISD Administration

Attention parents - the square bus route is running late this afternoon (9/5/24). Both runs will be delayed. We appreciate your patience.

Who is excited for FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS? As we gear up for the football season, please be aware of the following guidelines for Ponder ISD's stadium: - No outside food, drinks, alcohol, or tobacco products are allowed. - Tailgating with open flames is only permitted with prior approval. - Once you leave the stadium, re-entry requires a new ticket. - Please park in designated areas and avoid grassy spots. - Home and visitor fans must use separate entrances; crossing over is not allowed. - Children under 5th grade must be with an adult or in the Lion's Den area. - No student over 5th grade will be allowed in the Lion's Den area. - Only uniformed participants are allowed on the field. - Glass bottles, food, gum, sunflower seeds, and tobacco are prohibited on the field. - Small bags/purses only—no backpacks allowed. - Respectful behavior is required at all times; inappropriate conduct may result in ejection and a ban from future events. Join us for the first home game next Friday, August 30, at 7 PM as we take on Venus High School. Let's show our Ponder pride! #MadeForGreatness #FAM1LY

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a flexible work opportunity? Ponder ISD is seeking dedicated RNs to join our team as substitute nurses. Help us provide top-notch care for our students when they need it most. Interested? Apply today and be part of our supportive and caring school community!

Are you passionate about making a difference in our community? Do you enjoy working with children and have a flexible schedule? Ponder ISD is looking for dedicated and reliable individuals to join our team as Bus Drivers and Substitute Bus Drivers. Visit https://www.applitrack.com/ponderisd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Transportation to learn more!

Say “hello” to two-way messaging and classroom announcements in the Ponder ISD app! With the addition of Rooms, our district app keeps getting better. Parents/ guardians check your email/text for instructions to sign up and access new features.

Say “hello” to two-way messaging in the Ponder ISD app! The same district app now offers class announcements and parent-teacher chat. Look for your personalized invitation to begin using this feature in our app after Aug 1. Download for Android https://bit.ly/3PEZO8p Download for iPhone https://apple.co/46vzbJS

Ponder ISD will be testing its safety notification system today (Friday, July 26, 2024) between 3:00 - 6:00 pm. Do not be alarmed - it is just a test. Building intercom speakers will announce the safety scenario and employees will receive multiple notifications via text, email and phone call. No action is needed. The safety of our students and staff are a priority, so testing the system is necessary. We apologize for any disruptions this may cause.