November 1, 2023

Sherman ISD will host a staff appreciation dinner on Tuesday, November 14 recognizing longtime employees for milestone years of service to the district. These employees will also receive a longevity supplementary payment in their November paycheck.

Employees who completed their 5th, 10th, 15th, 20th, 25th, 30th, 35th or 40th school year in Sherman ISD in May of 2023 are eligible this year. Employees reaching milestone years of service this school year will be recognized and receive their longevity payment next fall.

Please review the linked list of employees on the invitation list this school year. If you believe your name should be included this year but it is not shown, please contact Alicia Lopez at alopez@shermanisd.net.

The safety and security of Sherman ISD students and staff are paramount, and the District fully understands that SISD staff are first on the scene in the event of an emergency intruder situation. As a result, the Board of Trustees established local policies CKC, DH, and GKA to facilitate the implementation of a School Guardian Program. This program permits selected and approved employees to receive the necessary training and carry a concealed firearm on Sherman ISD property.

An application process is currently available for interested and eligible employees. If you would like to consider applying as a School Guardian, please contact Heath Wester, Sherman ISD Chief of Police, at hwester@shermanisd.net or 903-891-6524.

There are two days left in early voting for the November 7 election! Fourteen constitutional amendments are on the ballot and cover a wide variety of issues, from raising the homestead exemption for homeowners to funding broadband infrastructure. One amendment, Proposition 9, would provide some retired teachers with a cost-of-living adjustment to their monthly pension. You can read more about the amendments here.

Sherman voters are also voting on the renewal of the street sales tax, which funds ongoing street repairs and maintenance. The tax is 1/8 of a cent on purchases, which is about 12-cents for every $100 spent. This allows visitors to Sherman to help pay for the use of city streets. You can find more information here.

Early voting ends on November 3. The Sherman early voting location is at the Election Administration at 115 W. Houston across from the courthouse, and polls are open 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. You can check other poll locations in Grayson County here, and you can see sample ballots here.

On Election Day, polls are open 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

SISD Communications wants to share all the exciting things happening in our campus classrooms, and we need your help!

Please fill out the form at www.shermanisd.net/story-submission and tell us about an upcoming lesson or activity that we could highlight with photos, videos, or social media posts. We know there is amazing learning happening on our campuses every day, and we want to capture it and share it with the community!

It’s been a wonderful October full of support for the United Way of Grayson County!

If you purchased a Billy Bob United Way t-shirt, you can wear it with a pair of jeans on “United Way Wednesdays” starting now through December 20.

If you have donated at least $120/year ($10 month), you’ve earned Jeans Days with a school/district shirt on Mondays ONLY starting November 6 – December 18.

With fall here and winter approaching, cool-weather Bearcat gear is now available for purchase through Gandy Ink! The store closes November 16 so items are received before Christmas break. Orders will be delivered to the SISD Service Center. You can look at the online store here.

Preventative healthcare like annual checkups or cancer screenings can catch early signs of serious illnesses, making recovery much easier! Be sure to have a plan in place for your health.

Sherman ISD encourages employees to get involved and connected in the community.

Court-Appointed Special Advocates of Grayson County (CASA)

CASA of Grayson County is a non-profit organization dedicated to training and equipping our community to protect children, empower families and advocate for positive outcomes for children involved in the child welfare system. CASA envisions a community of healthy children and families on a positive trajectory for a brighter future. CASA volunteers are everyday people who come from all walks of life and are committed to making a difference for children. CASAs should pass screening and background check requirements, complete initial training provided by the organization and be able to make a 24-month minimum commitment to a case, spending an average of 10-15 hours per month. For more information or to apply, visit www.casagrayson.org.

Mid-America League

Help name Sherman’s new baseball team in the Mid-America League!

Games start in May 2024 at Veterans Field.

United Soccer League Texoma

Submit your brand ideas for Sherman’s new men’s and women’s soccer teams!

Games start in 2025 for men’s and 2026 for women’s and inaugural seasons will be played at Bearcat Stadium.