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21 PTHS Theater students kicked off their summer with a trip to the Winspear Opera House in Dallas to enjoy the musical Hamilton. Thank you to the Pine Tree Theater Boosters for your generosity!

Our PTHS UIL Speech and Debate Team competed in the National Speech and Debate Association (NSDA) competition in Des Moines, IA. Congratulations to our freshmen qualifiers and to our returning qualifiers on your hard work throughout the year and in representing Pine Tree in the national arena.

Our Pine Tree Middle School students had an incredible time in Washington D.C.! They learned, explored famous landmarks, walked a lot and made unforgettable memories. Day 1: Explored major D.C. monuments and had a great start to our trip! Day 2: Visited Arlington National Cemetery, Mount Vernon, enjoyed Gelato, and did a ghost tour in Alexandria. Day 3: Explored the National Archives, U.S. Capitol Building, and Smithsonian museums. Kids had a fantastic day! Last day: Stopped at the White House for photos, did souvenir shopping, and visited the National Portrait Gallery.

PTHS Journalism enjoyed journalism camp at the Texas State University campus in San Marcos. The camp was hosted by the Interscholastic League Press Conference (ILPC) and the Texas Association of Journalism Educators (TAJE).

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Register today! Email the coaches for details!

We are so excited to announce that Pine Tree Junior High is a 2024-2025 showcase school! We are one of 25 in the world. With our district having 5 of the 25 spots making us the first Build the Change District in the world. @takeactionedu #PTJHRocks What is Build the Change? Build the Change is all about giving children a voice and allowing them to express their hopes and ideas for a better future. Children use their creativity to solve real-world challenges with LEGO® bricks and other creative materials – and it is all achieved via learning through play. We are on a mission to make children heard and use their ideas and visions to inspire real meaningful change.

Thank you to ATMOS Energy for your donation to our Backpack Food Program for shelf life milk. Your support and partnership is greatly appreciated.

Two of our dedicated team members, Blake Newman, Curriculum Specialist and Heather Brantley, CTE: Web Communications, Technology and CEER Teacher at PTJH attended the Canva Create event! We're excited to see how they leverage these insights and new tools with our students to drive creativity. The event was a full-day extravaganza packed with keynotes, product demos, thought leadership panels, workshops, and community spotlights. Including a keynote from Canva co-founders Melanie Perkins and Cliff Obrecht, unveiling the most significant updates to Canva yet. There were also insights from 50+ speakers, including: • Emmy-nominated writer, actor, and producer Mindy Kaling • CEO of The Walt Disney Company Bob Iger • Chief Evangelist of Canva and host of the Remarkable People podcast Guy Kawasaki • Co-Editor-in-Chief at The Hollywood Reporter Nekesa Mumbi Moody • Organizational psychologist, author, and host of WorkLife & Re:Thinking podcasts Adam Grant

Pine Tree ISD Memorial Day Holiday - May 27, 2024

Check out the PT Athletics Sports Camps! Email coaches for details! #sportscamps2024

Ladies and Gentlemen, After watching the weather we have decided that the threat of lightning has forced us to move graduation to the Pirate Center. Doors will open to guests at 7:45 and the ceremony will begin at 8:30. Remember you must have a ticket to enter the gymnasium. We will live stream the event to the Theatre at the High School for those without a ticket.

Pine Tree Graduation! Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Ceremony will begin at 8:00 p.m. Pirate Stadium Livestream can be viewed here: https://youtube.com/live/xRD34pILnZs?feature=share Congratulations, Class of 2024!

Today is the last day to save 20% off your PT sprit wear. Come shop today from 9am-1pm and 1:30pm-5:30pm. We'll be closed for the summer but we'll be back in action for the back-to-school season in August. The store entrance is on the back of Eastman Credit Union, 2002 W Loop 281.

Pine Tree ISD Strength & Conditioning Staff earn HSSCC Certifications by the National High School Strength Coaches Association Pine Tree Strength and Conditioning staff members Lacy Dennis and Cody Ellis have earned HSSCC certification through the National High School Strength Coaches Association. The High School Strength Coach Certification was created in 2023 to elevate all High School Strength and Conditioning Nationwide. The NHSSCA goal is to transform the High School Sports landscape by empowering high school strength coaches with the HSSCC, paving the way for superior training programs, ensuring student-athletes reach their full potential nationwide. #pirateproud

Because we have some amazing students, tomorrow will be Pajama Day at PTJH! Happy Last Day of School! We will miss you!

On the weekend of May 5th, Keaton Duncan competed for the Texas State Championship for Tetris at the Arlington E-Sports Stadium as well as their Tetris Open Tournament. This tournament was held by the UIL sponsor, Vanta. He obtained first place in both competitions and was awarded both a State Championship trophy and Tetris merchandise. He will continue his education at Kilgore College and also compete in ESports there.

Pine Tree Tennis Camp is coming June 3-6 - Scan the QR code to register!

Pine Tree ISD will be providing no cost meals to ALL children ages 1 yr to 18 years during the summer months starting June 3rd. #summermealprogram2024 Pine Tree Primary: June 3, 2024 -- June 27, 2024 (Monday thru Thursday) Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Lunch: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 Noon Birch Elementary: June 3, 2024 -- June 27, 2024 (Monday thru Thursday) Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Lunch: 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 pm Middle School: June 3, 2024 -- June 27, 2024 (Monday thru Thursday) Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Lunch: 12:30 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. High School: June 3, 2024 -- June 27, 2024 (Monday thru Thursday) July 8, 2024 – August 5, 2024 (Monday thru Thursday) Breakfast: 8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Lunch: 11:30 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Thank you to Buckner Westminster Place for providing snack bags for students at Pine Tree Middle School every month, this year. Such a positive impact by example of service and kindness.