Marshall ISD

ATTENTION PARENTS/GUARDIANS OF WILLIAM B. TRAVIS:

William B. Travis Elementary is currently without running water due to a water main break on South Washington Street.

Parents/guardians may pick up their students as soon as possible. Students may remain at school until the end of the school day if they are not picked up earlier. At the end of the school day, bus routes will run as normal, and parents/guardians may also pick up their students at that time.

Thank you for your understanding and patience.

The Marshall High School Fall Art Show is coming up - save the date!

Location: Michelson Museum of Art
Date: Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Time: 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M.

Please join us as we showcase the amazing art our high school students have created!

We had a great evening at last night's School Board Meeting celebrating our students, staff, and campuses.

We started the evening with a special Pledge Leader, Hunter Cowart, a 4th Grade David Crockett Elementary STEM Program Student! He received 4 tickets to Piney Park's Fall Festival. Thank you Piney Park for this award!

For our Extra Mile presentation this month, we recognized Mrs. Lankford with David Crockett Elementary and STEM Program for her outstanding service to our students in the classroom. She received a $25 gift card from Jucy's and some free items from Whataburger. Thank you to both of these businesses for these gifts!

Here is what Dr. melinda Jennings, Campus Principal at David Crockett had to say with her nomination:

"Mrs. Lankford goes the extra mile to expose students to a variety of culturally diverse opportunities in the art classroom. She plans activities for the various grade levels to enhance their learning experiences. Mrs. Lankford doesn't just care about the students' learning experiences though; she loves her students and cares for them each individually. She came back to Crockett after leaving for a brief time because of her commitment to the students and the school. Mrs. Lankford makes herself available to others and volunteers wherever there is a need on campus. She works well with her team and they support each other. I've never seen her idle. She volunteered for morning drop-off and for afternoon pick-up duty. I actually asked her about an activity/event for the campus on Friday morning; and by dismissal time, she had already pulled information and had the beginnings of a plan. I appreciate her willingness to help and assertiveness to get things done. I am confident that when I ask Mrs. Lankford to take care of something, she will get the job done. Thank you Mrs. Lankford for the outstanding job you do to serve the students and staff of David Crockett Elementary."

To top it off, we celebrated two of our campuses for receiving TEA Distinction Designations for their outstanding accomplishments during the 2025–2026 school year! William B. Travis earned distinctions in Reading Language Arts (RLA), Mathematics, Academic Growth, Closing the Gaps, and Postsecondary Readiness. Sam Houston STEM Academy earned distinctions in Reading Language Arts (RLA), Mathematics, Postsecondary Readiness, and Science.

Congratulations to all of these recipients! #MaverickProud

A BIG thank you to the Marshall High School Class of 1975 for their generous donation to MISD! Their support made it possible to replace the glass doors on the trophy case located just outside the MHS gym.

We’re grateful for alumni who continue to support our schools and help preserve the memories and traditions that make being a Maverick so special! Thank you, Class of 1975!

We would also like to say a very special thank you to Jeff Alvis with Maverick Awards and Gifts for providing us with our new beautiful sign! Thank you, Mr. Alvis!

Bus 30 Update, September 21, 2026

This afternoon once school released, one of our MISD buses, Bus 30, was involved in a minor accident when it was struck from behind by another vehicle. We are thankful to report that no injuries were reported. All students were safely accounted for and transferred to another bus and transported home.

We appreciate our transportation staff and first responders for their quick response and care for our students!

On Friday, September 18, 2026, Marshall ISD had the honor of celebrating Coach Dennis Parker as we officially dedicated our football field in his name: Dennis Parker Field.

From 1984 through 1990, Dennis Parker served as head football coach and athletic director at Marshall High School. During those seven years, he helped transform Marshall football into a program that demanded respect across the state of Texas.

Coach Parker believed that if Marshall wanted to be the best, they had to play the best. He boldly scheduled powerhouse programs such as Dallas Carter and Odessa Permian, challenging his players to compete against the very best Texas had to offer.

His teams answered that challenge. The 1988 Mavericks reached the State Quarterfinals, the 1989 team advanced to the State Semifinals, and in 1990, Coach Parker led Marshall to the 5A State Championship.

But his greatest impact went beyond wins and championships. Coach Parker established a standard of excellence, toughness, discipline and confidence that influenced generations of young men and helped put Marshall football on the map.

That is why Dennis Parker Field is such a fitting tribute. Every time the Mavericks take the field, his legacy is a reminder of what he taught them: Be the best. Play the best. Expect the best.

Coach Parker didn’t just coach Marshall football. He helped build it. For that, the Marshall community will always be grateful.

Thank you, Coach Parker, for your leadership, your vision and the lasting legacy you gave to Marshall football. The field at Maverick Stadium will forever be known as Dennis Parker Field.

A big thank you to the Marshall-Harrison County Literacy Council for putting together another great Spelling Bee! This year's theme celebrated "Red, White, and Bee" in honor of America's 250th anniversary!

We’re proud to have had two MISD teams participate this year!

📚 Marshall High School Team: Abigail Ragoyta, Evan Zaragoza, and Ashley Lopez

📚 MISD Administration Team: Lauren Hicks, Lauren Hammett, and Melissa Hammers

Congratulations to all of the participants! We’re proud to see our Mavs representing MISD!

Mark your calendars! See You at the Pole™ is on September 23, 2026! See You at the Pole™ is an optional, student-led event that brings students together for a global day of prayer at their school’s flagpole.

Please make note of your school's time if attending. If you have questions, please contact your student's campus.

David Crockett: 6:55 A.M.
William B. Travis: 6:55 A.M.
Price T. Young: 6:55 A.M.
Sam Houston STEM: 6:45 A.M.
Marshall Junior High: 7:00 A.M.
Marshall High School: 7:00 A.M.

Congratulations to our September CTE Student Features and CTE Student of the Month! Each student was nominated by their teacher.

Sebastian Cruz Monzon: CTE Program - Digital Communication
Tucker McDaniel: CTE Program - Fire Science
Wyatt Harman: CTE Program - Animal Science
Jasmine Foster: CTE Program - Culinary Arts

Sebastian Cruz Monzon was selected as September's CTE Student of the Month by Marshall EDC, Marshall News Messenger, and Fason Tree Service. Thank you to these community businesses for pouring into our students!

Celebrating Healthy Schools!

Yesterday, Sam Houston STEM Academy was honored with the Healthy School Recognized Campus (HSRC) Award, a wellness initiative by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service that honors schools committed to promoting health, nutrition, and active living.

A special thank you to Louraiseal D. McDonald, Harrison County Extension Agent, for presenting this well-deserved award, and to Lula Waskom, Counselor at Sam Houston STEM Academy, for accepting it on behalf of the campus.

Congratulations, Sam Houston STEM Academy, on this wonderful achievement! Your commitment to the health and well-being of our students makes a difference!

Last week, MISD was honored to dedicate the pavilion in recognition of Coach Bill Harper and his lasting impact on our school district and community at our first home football game of the season.

Coach Harper began his career with the Mavericks in 1984 and spent the next 18 years serving Marshall
High School with dedication, passion, and a commitment to his players. From 1984 through 1990, he served
as the Mavericks’ Defensive Coordinator and was an important part of the coaching staff that led Marshall
to the 1990 Big 5A State Championship.

In 1991, Coach Harper took over as head coach of the Mavericks. For the next 11 seasons, he led Marshall
football with pride and determination, compiling an impressive 70-46-2 record.

During his years at Marshall High School, he influenced the lives of thousands of young people, both as a
coach and as the athletic director. He taught his players much more than football. He taught them about
discipline, accountability, perseverance, teamwork, and what it means to be part of something bigger than
yourself. The lessons learned from Coach Harper continued long after his players left the football field.

His impact also reached far beyond the school and the football program. He became an important part of
the Marshall community and the Maverick family, leaving a legacy that will continue for generations.

The pavilion located behind Maverick Stadium will forever be known as the Bill Harper Pavilion. Once a Maverick, always a Maverick. Thank you, Coach Harper!

Happy National IT Professionals Day!

MISD is proud to recognize our essential technology experts who keep our systems online, secure, and running smoothly. We appreciate all you do!

#NationalITProfessionalsDay

Mavericks vs Nacogdoches Home Game - Coach Parker Field Dedication September 18, 2026

Tickets for the Mavericks vs Nacogdoches home game are on sale online and at the Y A Tittle Athletic Fieldhouse ticket window. Ticket window hours are Monday-Thursday 7:30am-4:00pm and Friday 7:30am-Noon. Gates open at 6pm and kickoff is 7:30pm. Prior to kickoff there will be a special dedication of the stadium to Coach Dennis Parker. Please join us for this special event!

Coach Dennis Parker Dedication
Reception: MHS Cafeteria at 6:00 P.M.
Photos at the sign by State Win Sign at 6:30 P.M.
Field Presentation: 7:00 P.M.

(Please enter through the MHS Cafeteria doors, located by the flagpole next to the circle drive at the main entrance.)

Kickoff: 7:30 P.M!

Reminder: Clear Bag Policy will be enforced and no outside food or drink allowed in the gates. No tobacco, cigarettes, or e-cigarettes are allowed inside Maverick Stadium.

Mavericks Win!

On Friday, September 11, 2026, your Marshall Mavs dominated against the Garland Owls, winning 42-7!

A big thank you to the food truck vendors who served our Maverick fans well:

• AK BBQ and More

• Lemons N' Hearts Lemonade

#GoMavs

This morning, our JROTC held a 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony at the high school to honor and remember the many lives lost on September 11, 2001.

Twenty-five years later, we continue to remember the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who lost their lives, as well as the first responders and countless others whose lives were forever changed that day.

Marshall ISD is delighted to welcome two wonderful administrators to their new leadership positions within the district!

Please join us in congratulating Mrs. Courtney Neely, our new Principal at Marshall Early Childhood Center! Mrs. Neely joins the MECC team after serving as Assistant Principal at Marshall Junior High School.

We are also excited to welcome Dr. Melinda Jennings as Principal of David Crockett Elementary & STEM Program! Dr. Jennings brings her experience and dedication from her time as Principal at Marshall Early Childhood Center.

We are so excited to see the positive impact these two outstanding leaders will continue to make across Marshall ISD!

#MarshallISD #MarshallMavericks #NewLeadership #LeadingTheWay #MaverickPride