Ponder Elementary School

Ponder ISD is proud to celebrate Oliver Rich, a fourth grader, for being named one of just 200 finalists in Texas for the National Math Stars program—an incredible achievement c...

Beginning with the 2025–2026 school year, a new Texas law—House Bill 1481—will go into effect. This legislation places limits on student use of personal communication devices duri...

Ponder ISD is proud to recognize Ponder High School sophomore, Isis Monthy, for her outstanding achievement in graphic design. As a student in Ms. Steele’s Graphic Design class, I...

Students in Ms. Hathcock’s 7th grade classroom had a pretty incredible week as science, art, and College and Career Exploration all came together in one unforgettable experience. ...

A special moment happened today at Ponder High School! Our School Resource Officer, Officer Stanwyck, stopped by Ms. Steele’s 3D Modeling Practicum to share his knowledge of 3D pr...

Ponder ISD is excited to welcome incoming kindergarten families to its upcoming Kindergarten Step Up: Ready, Set, Independence! event, designed to help young learners prepare fo...

Coserv proudly announced today that Kindergarten teacher Sara Strong has been named a CoServ Teacher of the Month, a recognition awarded to educators who demonstrate exceptional d...

Ponder ISD is proud to announce that Jesse Woolery, current Director of Bands, has been named the district’s new Coordinator of Fine Arts. Woolery assumes this role following a ye...

Kristy Hathcock’s 7th Grade College and Career Exploration students at Ponder Junior High have spent the past three weeks discovering what it really takes to build a successf...

Ponder ISD is proud to announce that the district’s Finance/Business Services Department was recognized last night at the Texas Association of School Business Officials (TASBO) Co...

The Ponder FFA chapter is celebrating a landmark achievement after member Bristol Shoemate earned Reserve Champion Hampshire Breeding Gilt honors at the 2026 San Antonio Stock Sho...

Ponder FFA is recognizing an impressive achievement by member Addyson Dear, who exhibited the Reserve Champion Southdown Ram at the 2026 San Antonio Stock Show. This honor marks a...

Ponder ISD is proud to participate in the Texas America 250 Reading Challenge, a statewide initiative encouraging Texans of all ages to complete 2,500 minutes of reading, service, ...

The Ponder ISD Board of Trustees unanimously voted to call a bond election to address the district’s continued growth. This decision reflects months of thoughtful work and collabo...

January is National Mentoring Month, and Ponder ISD is proud to honor the exceptional staff members who dedicate their time, expertise, and encouragement to supporting our first- a...

Ponder Independent School District is excited to announce two upcoming job fairs as the district continues to grow and invest in high-quality educators who are “Made for Greatness...

Ponder ISD is excited to continue the 4-day instructional week for the 2026–2027 school year. Students will follow the four-day schedule beginning October 2, 2026 , support...

Ponder ISD – Week at a Glance January 19 - 23 📅 Tuesday, January 20 High School ⚽ Boys & Girls Soccer vs Gainesville 📍 Gainesville HS 🕒 5:30 / 7:00 PM 🏀 Girls Bask...

Ponder ISD Dual Language Parent Information Meetings Interested in Dual Language opportunities for your incoming PK–1st grade student for the 2026–27 school year ? Join u...

Week at a Glance: January 12–17 Monday, January 12 High School Cheer Showcase 📍 PHS Gym 🕡 6:30 PM Tuesday, January 13 High School Girls Basketball (JVR / V ...