Maverick Monthly: October 2026
Welcome from Superintendent Jeremy Williams
As November begins, I want to reflect on another busy month at Eastland ISD. As our fall sports seasons begin to wrap up, I want to recognize the dedication and hard work of our football, volleyball, and cross country teams. These student-athletes and their coaches have represented our district with pride throughout the season. I would also like to congratulate our Marching Band on a strong marching season and their outstanding performances. Our FFA teams have had a successful month, with several teams advancing in their respective competitions. We are proud of their achievements and look forward to seeing them compete at the next level. In the classroom, students have been busy with Curriculum-Based Assessments (CBAs), the PSAT, and the SAT, marking important points in their academic journey.
I want to express my sincere appreciation to our parents, families, and community members for the support you show Eastland ISD. Whether you're cheering from the stands, attending school events, volunteering your time, or encouraging our students each day, your involvement makes a difference. The partnership between our schools and our community is one of our greatest strengths, and we are grateful for the role you play in our students' success.
November brings a new season of activities and opportunities across the district. Our athletic programs shift their focus to basketball, while our band transitions into concert season. FFA members continue preparing for upcoming events and competitions, and Academic UIL begins to gain momentum as teams form and practices get underway. Of course, our primary focus remains on the classroom, where students and teachers work each day toward academic success.
As we approach Thanksgiving, I wish all of our students, staff, and families a safe and enjoyable holiday. Thank you for your continued support of Eastland ISD, and Go Mavericks!
Jeremy Williams
Superintendent
Eastland ISD
Addison, Isabella, Jacob, and Catalina Lead pledge at School Board Meeting!
At the School Board meeting on October 19th, Addison, Isabella, Jacob, and Catalina were selected by 4th Grade teachers to represent Siebert Elementary and lead the pledge!
These students were selected by their 4th Grade teachers for their positivity, kindness, and willingness to help others.
Congratulations to our 4th Grade Students of the Month!
EMS Students of the Month!
Becky brings energy, hard work, and leadership to her schoolwork and everyday interactions. Her drive to succeed Academically and her role-model character make her a standout member of the EMS community.
Breiden is a stellar example of dedication and high achievement in the classroom. His strong work ethic, focus, and positive attitude set a high standard for his peers every single day.
Congratulations to both of these outstanding EMS students on their well-deserved honors!
EHS Students of the Month!
At the school board meeting on October 19th, Avery Ainsworth and Gilberto Aguilar were presented as Students of the Month for Eastland High School!
Avery has been extremely active throughout her time at Eastland High School. She has been a member of the Varsity Volleyball team for three years, serving as team captain her senior year and earning Honorable Mention All-District honors. She has also competed in Varsity Track last year, with hopes of getting her back out there again this spring. She enjoyed being on the Varsity Golf team last year and plans to continue this year. Outside of athletics, Avery has been a member of the Beta Club for four years.
After graduation, Avery plans to attend either the University of North Texas or Tarleton State University, where she plans to major in Kinesiology.
When asked who her favorite teacher is, Avery chose Mrs. Alicia Flores, her Dual Credit teacher. Quote from Mrs. Flores about Avery: “I am honored to have Avery Ainsworth in my class. She demonstrates kindness and respect toward herself and others, while working on her goals for today and her future self. Avery carries a rare blend of humility and good pride. She will continue to make a positive impact wherever she goes!”
Avery has represented Eastland High School extremely well through her involvement, accomplishments, and leadership, and we are proud to recognize her as student of the month.
Gilberto has been active in baseball for three years, including last year at the varsity level, and is also an active member of the EHS Varsity Band for all four years, serving as Drum Captain his Senior year.
After graduation, Gilberto plans to enter the workforce and pursue a career as an electrician.
When asked who his favorite teacher is, Gilberto chose Mrs. Donna Trammel, his Physics and Anatomy teacher. Quote from Mrs. Trammel about Gilberto: “So glad Gilberto is in my Physics class. He has sharp problem-solving skills and an enthusiasm for the class that is infectious. He is also a great drummer and fun to watch perform on the field.”
Gilberto has represented Eastland High School extremely well through his character, involvement, and the positive influence he has on others, and we are proud to recognize him as student of the month.
Congratulations to both of these outstanding students on their well-earned award!
EISD Employees of the Month!
Mrs. Alaina Thompson, English teacher and Cheer sponsor for EHS, has been nominated and chosen as the October Teacher of the Month!
A few qualities that staff members shared about Mrs. Thompson:
She encourages students to put their best work forward, setting high (but achievable) goals.
She is patient and kind with students, and tries her best to help everyone around her.
She has an optimistic attitude and helps encourage that same optimism in everyone she meets.
Additionally, Ms. Seanna Wiley, an Instructional Aide at Siebert Elementary, has been nominated and chosen as the October Employee of the Month.
A few qualities that staff members shared about Ms. Wiley:
- It's easy to see how much she cares for the students in her class.
- She shows immense understanding and patience with her students and always has a smile on her face.
- She works with each student to help them be the best they can be.
Congratulations to Mrs. Thompson and Ms. Wiley!
Seniors and Kindergarten Storm Field for Bell Ceremony!
More photos and videos of the event can be found here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/WaQWBZ7bSxWpd2bb8
Volleyball, Football, Cross Country, Cheer, and Band Senior Nights!
On October 6th, the Lady Mavs Volleyball team celebrated Senior Night! Congratulations to all of our volleyball seniors on a great season! Your dedication to the team, leadership, and skill have helped the team to grow and develop. We are proud of all that you have accomplished in your time on the Lady Mavs team, and you leave a legacy behind that will only continue to grow!
The video of Volleyball Senior Night can be found here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/ESe9FBQJn4AiJ9jA9
On October 30th, the Football team, Cross Country teams, cheerleaders, and Band held their Senior Night ceremony! We're proud of all of the hard work each of these seniors have put into this season! Congratulations to all of our Football, Cheer, and Band Seniors!
Congratulations to the following students for being voted Sweetheart and Beau:
Emily Blount - Cheerleader Sweetheart
Hector Ramirez - Football Beau
Natalie Castro - Band Sweetheart
Gilberto Aguilar - Band Beau
Football, Band, Cross Country, and Cheer Senior Night photos can be found here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/wUe23SQoy6HijaHGA (Video will be added soon)
Lady Mavs Volleyball Competes at Bi-District Playoff Game!
On October 29th, the Eastland Lady Mavs went to Mineral Wells to play their Bi-District Playoff game against Paradise! The Lady Mavs had some excellent plays and showcased their outstanding teamwork. Unfortunately, the season ended that night for the Lady Mavs after a hard-fought game. Eastland ISD and Eastland as a whole is proud of the sweat, blood, and tears that the Lady Mavs put into every single game they played this season. Go Lady Mavs!
Photos and video from the game can be found here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/J9GreJPLqitUpj9fA
Cross Country Teams Race to District and Regional Meets!
EHS Cross Country teams continued to showcase their skills at the District Meet on October 14th!
The JV Boys, Varsity Boys, and Varsity Girls teams were all District Champions, coming in first overall. JV Girls also put in work and made some great times.
Individually, the results were as follows:
Varsity Girls - District Champions!
2nd Place, Madilyn Crum - 12:09.73
4th Place, Lakyne Hobbs - 12:16.89
9th Place, Brooklyn Bird - 12:42.38
12th Place, Piper Crum - 12:53.50
16th Place, Mari Hernandez - 13:04.06
29th Place, Collin Harris - 13:58.29
31st Place, Tatum Palmer - 14:11.62
Varsity Boys - District Champions!
2nd Place, Leonel Melendez: 15:49.08
4th Place, Glyn McCleskey: 16:07.59
7th Place, Gregory Gideon: 16:25.12
9th Place, Paxton Brown: 16:50.99
11th Place, Brayden Jones: 16:58.59
12th Place, Brennan Dove: 17:26.29
JV Girls
10th Place, Ellie Wesley - 14:39.51
11th Place, Avery Wells - 14:40.87
14th Place, Laney Scitern - 14:59.84
18th Place, Yulianna Palacios - 15:17.33
20th Place, Peyton Guttierez - 15:31.26
24th Place, JoLena Cook - 15:41.73
25th Place, Lexi Guillen - 15:43.58
34th Place, Myah Silguero - 16:40.74
JV Boys - District Champions!
1st Place, Wyatt Bee - 18:21.17
2nd Place, Jonathan Alfaro-Escobedo - 18:32.90
3rd Place, Grayson McKinney - 18:33.31
4th Place, Merrick Whitlock - 18:47.37
6th Place, Luke Gustin - 19:50.28
9th Place, Daxton Patel - 21:40.35
10th Place, Bryan Gullen - 21:44.19
Photos from the meet can be found here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/49btwVygYs6fRx946
The Cross Country Teams competed at the UIL Region Meet in Lubbock on October 26th and 27th.
The girls and boys teams finished in 9th and 5th respectively out of a 24 team field yesterday in Lubbock. They had a fantastic team season capturing 14 total team championships at meets this season including both varsity district titles.
Congratulations to Glyn McCleskey who finished in 9th in the boys meet and will advance to the state meet where he will run on November 7th in Round Rock.
EHS Band Competes at UIL Marching Contest in Stephenville!
The Eastland High School Maverick Band received an EXCELLENT rating at the Region 7 UIL Marching Band Contest on Saturday, October 17th in Stephenville, Texas!
Although the band won't advance to the Area competition this year, we are incredibly proud of the hard work, dedication, and perseverance our students have shown throughout this marching season. Marching band requires teamwork, discipline, commitment, and countless hours of practice, and these students have continued to grow and work toward a common goal.
The band now moves to prepare for concert season, further developing their musical skills and preparing for upcoming performances such as All-Region Band, Solo and Ensemble, and the Christmas concert!
Photos from the contest can be found here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/bneCTKBEAfPvZtkt7
Floral Design Community Event!
Eastland hosted a Floral Design Community Event (Pinterest Night)! The event was a huge success and the advanced floral students did a great job hosting. Each student had a part in making the arrangement and demonstrating the fundamentals on how to design it. Thank you to everyone who joined our students for a night of learning floral design!
Special thanks to Signs by Rhyse, MJs, Ace Hardware, Ms. Patsy Martin and Jennifer Burns for all the wonderful donations!
Dublin Spooktacular Floral Cup
Eastland Floral Design Students competed at the Dublin Spooktacular Floral Cup!
This was their first competition, and we could not be more proud of how they represented Eastland!
Competing against 78 beginner designers, several of our students earned spots in the TOP 10!
5th Place – Piper Crum
6th Place – Myla Huffman
9th Place – Emmalee Blount
Ms. Flory took home the win in the Teacher Division, as well!
Graford and Tarleton Leadership Development Event Invitationals
Eastland FFA members dominated at the Graford and Tarleton Leadership Development Event invitationals! Congratulations to the following teams and members.
Senior Chapter Conducting- 1st Graford, 3rd TSU
- Kylee Gaston
- Shelby Hatton
- Collin Harris
- Kate Johnson
- Maggie McIntire
- Adriel Roman
- Kylee Burns
Senior Quiz- 1st Graford, 2nd TSU
- Shelby Hatton
- Adriel Roman
- Greg Gideon
- Lelia Hallmark
- Maggie McIntire
Public Relations-1st Graford
- Lauryne Hobbs
- Addison Williams
- Emmalee Blount
- Ellie Wesley
Agricultural Advocacy- 3rd TSU
- Allison Chesser
- Laney Scitern
- Jolena Cook
- Rhyse Ruthledge
Senior Radio- 1st Graford, 4th and 5th TSU
- Mattie McIntire
- Lane Wilson
- Allison Chesser
- Blake Burns
- Kindle Foust
- Merrick Whitlock
Senior Creed
- Collin Harris
- Jolena Cook
Senior Skills- 5th TSU
- Colt Wilson
- Lillie Meyer
- Scarlet Messenger
- Wesley Williams
Senior Spanish Creed- 3rd Graford
- Bryan Guillen
Job Interview- 1st Graford, 5th TSU
- Kylee Gaston
Greenhand Chapter Conducting- 1st TSU
- Gunner Dickson
- Zane Sellers
- Becky Mendoza
- Hunter Seaton
- Brantly Carlton
- Krece Darville
- Jenna Rivera
- Lucas Caviness
Greenhand Quiz- 4th TSU
- Gunner Dickson
- Zane Sellers
- Mia Delgado
- Paisley Wheat
Greenhand Radio
- Liam Pena
- Isabella Gomez
- Paisley Wheat
Greenhand Creed
- Brieden Ortiz
- Becky Mendoza
Eastland ISD Hosts Cross Timbers District FFA LDE Contest!
On November 2nd, Eastland ISD hosted the Cross Timbers District FFA Leadership Development Events contest!
FFA students from 20 schools brought over 500 FFA members to compete. Eastland ISD had 13 different LDE teams competing at events across campus. 12 of those teams placed 1st or 2nd, earning the opportunity to advance to the Area IV contest!
Moving forward, those FFA students will be competing against top teams from 101 schools across Area IV. We are proud of the hard work of all of our FFA students and teams. It takes countless hours of dedication and practice to prepare for these contests.
High School Teams
Advocacy District Champions
Rhyse Ruthledge
Allison Chesser
Laney Scitern
Jolena Cook
Public Relations (PR) District Champions
Lauryne Hobbs
Addison Williams
Ellie Wesley
Emmalee Blount
Creed District Champion
Collin Harris
Senior Chapter Conducting 2nd place
Kylee Gaston
Shelby Hatton
Collin Harris
Adriel Roman
Kate Johnson
Maggie McIntire
Kylee Burns
Senior Quiz District Champions
Adriel Roman
Shelby Hatton
Rayleigh Hutcheson
Greg Gideon
Lelia Hallmark
Radio District Champions
Mattie McIntire
Lane Wilson
Allison Chesser
Senior Skills District Champions
Scarlet Messenger
Lillie Meyer
Colton Wilson
Wesley Williams
Senior Spanish Creed 2nd place
Brian Guillen
Job Interview District Champion
Kylee Gaston
Middle School Teams
Junior Creed District Champion
Brieden Ortiz
Junior Radio District Champions
Liam Pena
Isabella Gomez
Paisley Wheat
Junior Quiz District Champions
Gunner Dickson
Zane Sellers
Mia Delgado
Paisley Wheat
Junior Chapter Conducting 3rd place
Gunner Dickson
Zane Sellers
Becky Mendoza
Hunter Seaton
Brantly Carlton
Krece Darville
Lucas Cavness
Jenna Rivera
Important Dates on the EISD Calendar!
November 23rd - 27th: Thanksgiving Break!
