Matador Matters

• Nov 14- Lady Mats Basketball @Odessa 6pm

• Nov 14- Mats Basketball vs Tascosa @EHS 6:30pm

• Nov 15- Herff Jones on campus to accept orders and payment

• Nov 16- Wrestling @EHS 5pm

• Nov 17- ASVAB testing @EHS 8:30- 11:30 am

• Nov 17- Mats Basketball vs WestPlains @Canyon 6pm

• Nov 17- Mats Football vs Canyon (2nd Round Playoff) @Buffalo Stadium

• Nov 18- Wrestling @EHS 12 noon

• Nov 20- 24 THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY

• Nov 20- Lady Mats Basketball @Seminole 1pm

• Nov 20- Mats Basketball @Seminole 2:30pm

• Nov 22- Lady Mats Wrestling @Tascosa 8:15 am

• Nov 27- District 2 Town Hall Meeting @EHS 6pm

• Nov 28- Lady Mats Basketball vs Shallowater @EHS 6:15pm

• Nov 28- Mats Basketball @Abilene Cooper 7:30pm

• Nov 29- Letterman Jacket Ceremony @2:30pm

• Nov 30- Dec 2- Lady Mats Basketball Tournament @Glen Rose

• Dec 1- End of 2nd Three Wks (grading schedule)

• Dec 4- PROGRESS REPORTS POSTED

• Dec 7- Progress report sent home with students

• Dec 1-2- Mat Basketball Gene Messer Classic Tournament @Frenship

• Dec 2- Wrestling @CHS

• Dec 5- Lady Mats Basketball @ Plainview 6pm

• Dec 5- Mats Basketball vs Odessa @EHS 7:30pm

• Dec 7- 9- Mats Basketball Tournament @Brownfield

• Dec 8- Lady Mats Basketball @CHS 6:15pm

• Dec 9- Wrestling Estacado Matador Classic @8am

• Dec 12- EHS Feeder Band & Choir Concert @5:15pm

• Dec 12- Wrestling @Frenship 4:30pm

• Dec 12- Lady Mats Basketball vs LHS @EHS 6:15pm

• Dec 12- Mats Basketball vs. Frenship @EHS 8pm

• Dec 14- 16- Mats Basketball @Fort Stockton Tournament

• Dec 15- Lady Mats Basketball vs Abernathy @EHS 6:15pm

• Dec 16- Wrestling (Senior Night) @EHS 12 noon

• Dec 20- Mats Basketball vs Tascosa @EHS 3pm

• Dec 22- Early Dismissal for Holiday

• Dec 22- END OF 2ND 9WKS (UIL ELIGIBILITY)

• Dec 25- Jan 9 Student Holiday

• Dec 28- 30- Mats and Lady Mats @Caprock Tournament

• Jan 11- Report Cards (2nd 9wks) sent home

Come out and support the Matadors on November 17 when they play Canyon at Buffalo Stadium for Round 2 of the District Playoffs.

Applications are in and interviews will be held soon for 8th graders interested in being part of the Early College Program at Estacado. Be sure that you reach out to Mrs. Higgins, our EECHS Dean of Instruction if you have any questions. (806) 219-1529

Parents, encouraging your high school student to take the ASVAB (Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery) test can offer valuable insights into their skills and aptitudes, regardless of their future career path. The ASVAB is not just for those considering military service; it assesses a wide range of abilities, including math, verbal, and technical skills. This comprehensive examination provides a detailed breakdown of individual strengths and areas for improvement, helping students better understand their academic and vocational potential. Additionally, the ASVAB results can open doors to various career opportunities, guiding students towards fields that align with their abilities and interests. Even if military service isn't in their plans, the ASVAB serves as a practical tool for career exploration and decision-making, ensuring your student makes informed choices about their future endeavors.

See Mrs Richardson for your opportunity to sign up. There are only 30 spots available. Call 806-219-1489 if you have any questions.

Reading is key for our future Matadors! That's why the EHS Chick Fil A Leadership Academy handed out book bundles to 1st - 3rd grade at Harwell elementary in an effort to help students build up their home libraries.

The EHS JROTC Matador Battalion took part in honoring our Veterans this past Veterans Day. The battalion served at the Silent Wing Museum as well as marched in the Veteran's Day Parade.

The United Family and Mrs. Baird’s Bread have chosen Ms. Hali Cardenas to be one of the October winners of their 12th annual Teachers on the Rise program.

The program launched at the beginning of the school year, and nominations have poured in from students and families across the South Plains explaining how their teachers have gone above and beyond their duties and why they deserve special recognition. Ms Cardenas was nominated by her student, Marcos Cuevas, a sophomore at Estacado High School.

Winning teachers receive $100 United Supermarkets gift card, lunch for two to the Texas Tech Club, and a gift box of Mrs. Baird’s goodies. The students who nominated a winning teacher receive a $50 American Express gift card.

Austin Mendoza - 9th Boy

Mairyn Zarate - 9th Girl

William Blaylock - 10th Boy

Keira Hooks - 10th Girl

Erik Rojo - 11th Boy

Niela Becks - 11th Girl

Jose Mares - 12th Boy

Ayanna Moore - 12th Girl

Each month our staff votes to recognize a colleague and team member for their hard work and dedication. These staff members put forth their best each and every day for our students and we want to celebrate their hard work!

October Difference Makers:

Tyson Wilson & Robbie Taylor

September Difference Makers:

Charly Gibson & Mary Hernandez

August Difference Makers:

Chris Ruckman & Pete Anderson

Our new Estacado PTA Board Members for 23-24 are:

President- John Gatica

Vice President- LaToya Dupree

Treasurer- Miranda Ruvalcaba

Secretary- Veronica Cuevas

Membership Chair- Cheryl Barnes

Volunteer Chair- Sara Trolinder

This year our theme is "BUILDING LEADERS." At Estacado High School, we recognize that leadership is not simply a title, but a journey of self-discovery, growth, and positive influence. This theme encapsulates our commitment to nurturing and shaping young minds into resilient, visionary, and compassionate leaders of tomorrow. Through engaging lessons, thought-provoking discussions, and immersive experiences, we aim to ignite the spark of leadership within each student, fostering skills such as effective communication, critical thinking, teamwork, and empathy. Whether it's in the classroom, on the field, or within the community, "BUILDING LEADERS" seeks to empower every student with the tools and mindset to create a lasting impact and inspire others. Embark on this transformative journey and unlock your potential to lead with purpose, integrity, and a commitment to positive change.

All vehicles parked on campus are required to be registered with a EHS parking permit. Please see Mrs. Trolinder in RM.125 for details.

Most colleges require either the SAT or ACT and express no preference for either test. That said, significant percentages of students at selective colleges are submitting scores from both tests when they apply. Preparing for two major standardized tests may sound daunting, but there are some very good reasons to take both the SAT and ACT, and it's easier (and more affordable!) than ever before to prep for both tests (princetonreview.com)

1. FASFA requirement for graduation. LEARN will be on campus on Wednesday's and Thursday's. Set up an appointment to get this done. Please check bulletin board outside of counselor's office for students that have not yet met this requirement.

2. College acceptances and scholarships: Please get this information to Mrs. Rodriguez at medesa.rodriguez@lubbockisd.org, so we can announce your accomplishment.

3. Scholarship and FAFSA information are found in your Google Classroom, Senior Class of 2024! Let me know if you have any questions.