Fort Davis High School Library News!
The students at Fort Davis High School were thrilled to receive good news twice in the last few weeks! They have gotten two generous grants to update the high school library.
Last spring a small group of students decided that they wanted to access the library more than they have been and they took it upon themselves to see how to accomplish this goal. Three students turned into six students and the group has now grown to nine students. They contacted the Jeff Davis County Community Library and have gotten incredible support from them and from the Friends of the Library. With their help, they were able to write a grant proposal and they were recently awarded $15,000 for the project. The Jeff Davis County Child Welfare Board also became aware of their efforts and awarded another $1,500 in addition to donating a generous amount of school supplies.
Plans are now underway to paint the library, remove some shelves, restore the floor, purchase new furniture, and begin the arduous task of inventorying and purchasing new materials. The students are so grateful they live in a community that supports them in endeavors like this!
Students pictured include: Rebekah Hicks, Karla Ramos, Jeremy Miles, Alan Cerda, Austyn Simpson. Not pictured are Cindy Calderon, Abby Martini, Maisie Corbin, and Violet Sagers.
HS Basketball Time Changes for 1/7
The HS girls' game scheduled for January 7 at 6:00pm has been canceled due to illness/injury.
The JV boys' game will start at 6:00pm and the Varsity boys' game will still begin at 7:30pm.
Go Indians!
BBLSA Stock Show
January 9-11, 2020
Alpine ISD Show Barn
Schedule of Events
Thursday January 9th
4:00pm – 6:00pm
➢ Weigh-in for hogs, lambs and goats will be at the Ag Barn.
➢ Weigh-in for steers will be at Hill Top pens between 4:00 – 4:30pm.
➢ All weight cards and entry fees must be turned in by 6:00pm
➢ 6:30pm – Poultry show begins at the AISD Ag Barn.
➢ Rabbit show immediately following Poultry show.
Friday January 10th
➢ 9:00am – Show begins with Lambs.
➢ Goat show will begin at the conclusion of the lamb show.
➢ Steer show will begin at the conclusion of the goat show.
➢ Lambs, goats and steers will show at the AISD Ag Barn.
➢ 4:00pm – Horse show exhibitors need to report to the Sul Ross SALE arena
➢ 5:00pm – Horse Show begins at the Sul Ross SALE Arena
Saturday January 11th
➢ 9:00am – Swine show begins at the AISD Ag Barn.
➢ 6:00pm – Buyer’s registration and buyer’s social begins.
➢ 6:30pm – Awards program. Presentation of Grand Champion Banners, Reserve champion banners, showmanship awards, Honoree recognitions and senior recognitions.
➢ 7:00pm – Auction begins. Rusty Mertink will be returning as auctioneer again this year.
Concession stand will open at 7:00 a.m. on Friday and Saturday mornings.
Menu each day:
Breakfast Burritos
Donuts
Hot Chocolate
Soft Drinks
Camp Coffee
Friday lunch:
Cabrito Burritos and Brisket Burritos
Saturday lunch:
Pork Burritos, Cabrito Burritos and Brisket Burritos
Come out and support the kids as they show off their hard work!
January Breakfast Menu
Happy New Year!
Student classes will begin on Tuesday, January 7. Free breakfast is available daily for all students at the Dirks-Anderson gym from 7:15-7:45 a.m. First bell rings at 7:50 a.m.
Staff workday, Monday, January 6.
Miranda Valenzuela and Rebekah Hicks were two of the ladies selected to represent Fort Davis High School in the UCA All-American London New Years Varsity Spirit Tour 2019-2020 from December 26-January 2.
They will be performing in the London New Years Parade. Wish them luck!
Another great Christmas program - “What is Christmas Really About, Charlie Brown?”
Thank you Stessa Miles and Mary Beth Manhart!
Kindergarten and 1st grade students celebrated Grinch Day today - green pancakes, puzzles, slim, and other fun activities!
Dirks-Anderson fifth grade students practice for tonight's Christmas program, "What's Christmas All About, Charlie Brown?" The elementary students will open the show at 6 p.m. followed by a dance performance by the high school Spanish Club and high school students singing Christmas carols.The One Act Play Troupe will sell burritos, water, soft drinks, and cookies during intermission and after the show. Free admission. Happy Holidays!!
Modified bell schedule today, Wednesday and Thursday. Today and Wednesday - 8:55 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.
Thursday - 8:55 a.m.- 12:05 p.m. Holiday begins. Classes will begin again on Tuesday, January 7, 2020. Happy Holiday!
Breakfast will not be served this week.
Second graders had a cookie adventure! They read “Catch that Cookie”, and mixed and baked cookies. Then, the hunt began as they searched all around the school and caught those cookies! Holiday fun!
Santa’s senior elves have been busy at work in Mrs. Porter’s office!
The Fort Davis CX Debate Team kicks off the season at the Lubbock High School Tournament. Debating were partners Ashley Martini and Paul Pittman, and Charis and Jeremy Miles. Pittman and Martini were quarter finalists!
State troopers Borchardt, Cacho, and Flores spent some time this morning playing basketball with Kindergarten, 1st graders and 2nd graders. Everyone had a great time. We sure appreciate our Troopers!
Dirks-Anderson is having a winter food drive to benefit the Food Pantry of Jeff Davis County. All students are asked to bring a non-perishable item to school before Dec. 18. Thanks for helping us support our community!
Fort Davis JH and HS students wowed crowds once again at the Chamber of Commerce’s Frontier Christmas festivities. Students performed 6 traditional dances in their colorful costumes.
Lunch on Tuesday, tomorrow, will be extended until 2:10 pm for junior high and high school students only. Elementary students will be on a normal schedule. Call 426-4444 if you have any questions.
Jeff Davis County Livestock Show 2019
First class in the first show in our new Bob Dillard Memorial Show Barn and James and Jan Dyer FDISD Agriculture Building. All made possible from the many donations, large and small, from our community members near and far. What a beautiful day in Fort Davis!
FFA and Ag class students were preparing for today’s Jeff Davis County Livestock Show. The show will begin at 10:00am at FDISD’s new Bob Dillard Memorial Show Barn/James and Jan Dyer Agricultural Building. Come out and watch the students show their animals and support them in their hard work!
