Our boys are getting warmed up on the football field! Last week Cherokee JV beat Rising Star JV with a final score of 48-12. Jaxon White threw touchdowns to Rayden Cossey, Preston Hanley and John Clark. Preston Hanley and John Clark led the defense in tackles. Preston Hanley had over 150 yards rushing for the Indians. Jaxon White also added a 75-yard interception and returned for a touchdown.
Then on Saturday night, Cherokee's varsity traveled to play in the Jayton Gridiron Classic where we played Highland High School. Cherokee was picked to lose by one and won 49-0 at halftime! Joel Valdez and Cayden Houston led the Indians on offense. Uriah Valdez caught a touchdown from his brother Joel Valdez. Tatum Shanklin made three extra point kicks for the Indians. Cherokee travels to Leakey this week for a JV and varsity game. Good luck, boys!
In other sports news, our junior high cross country teams are off to a great start. They competed at the Brownwood Invitational on Wednesday, August 28th. Runners were Morgan Palermo, Kyson Shanklin, Mason Rogers, Asher Williams.
Our elementary GT group has started their Elementary Edition weekly videos. They come up with interesting topics to research and tell our school about. They also conduct interviews and other activities. They have done a great job so far!
Next week, we will have an open house night. It is planned for September 10th from 5:30-6:30. We will begin in the new gym from 5:30 to 6:00 with presentations about our new district goals under the Texas Strategic Leadership pilot and an informational time to share with parents about the new math and science curriculums being implemented this year. This will be followed with a traditional open house where parents can see their students’ classrooms.
Progress reports went home this week so be sure to check those and discuss with your student. Have a great week!