Mart ISD

Tomorrow, Thursday, July 25, there will be a food distribution at the Church of Christ from 2pm-4pm.

Meet the Teacher is Monday, August 19th from 4:30-6:00 at Mart Elementary and Mart High School. The first day of school is Wednesday, August 21st. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1f4o8uQ2GlHqH2tZi4hq4OsTie2hN--SD/view?usp=sharing

📸 2025 Senior Picture Information 📸 It's time to sign up to take senior portraits! Picture day will be Monday, August 5, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. This is the only date offered at this time, so please sign up and make arrangements to be at the high school during your time slot. Please use the link below to register. If you have questions, please email Ms. Wilton at ashley.wilton@mymartisd.org. Here's to a great senior year! https://www.cloudhq-mkt24.us/mail_track/link/db78d6556d784e545b_1720625602680?uid=722747&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.annajohnsonsmith.com%2Fupcoming-events%2Fmart-senior-portraits-2025

Thank you to the Mart ISD students who helped with the Shepherd's Heart food distribution yesterday. The distribution will take place the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 3pm-4pm at the Mart Community Center. This event cannot happen without volunteers, and we appreciate these students taking time out of their summer schedules to serve others in the July heat.

They are waxing the 200 hallways this afternoon, so please do not come into the building until tomorrow. They are still working on the classrooms in the 100 hallway!

Shepherd's Heart will be here today, Tuesday, July 9th, at the Mart Community Center from 3pm-4pm. If you or someone you know is in need of assistance with food and groceries please let them know!

The Shepherd's Heart food distribution will be in Mart again tomorrow, Tuesday, July 9th, from 3pm-4pm at the Mart Community Center. They need volunteers starting at 2:30pm. If you are available, please sign up here: https://forms.gle/NVDMT7oewGBC8FSe6. Students will receive 3 hours of community service. If you have any questions you can email me at betsy.burnett@mymartisd.org.

Construction has started on the elementary addition! The interior remodel portion is complete and the campus will have 4 new classrooms available for the fall. Crews have now started on the addition portion which will consist of new offices, entrance, and library. The project is expected to take 16 months to complete. Information on revised drop off/pick up procedures will be sent out closer to the start of school. We can't wait to watch the transformation of this building into a contemporary learning environment for our littlest panthers! #PANTHERFamily

There is a food distribution today, Thurs 6/27, at the Church of Christ from 2pm-4pm.

Mart ISD would like to welcome Coach Terry to the #PANTHERFamily! My name is Jace Terry. I am excited to be back with the Panther Family. I graduated from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor with a Bachelors Degree in Physical Education. I will be the Physical Education teacher at the Elementary. I will also be the Quarterbacks coach, and the Head Baseball Coach. I am a Mart Panther through and through. I graduated from Mart in 2018, winning a State title in 2017, and have been eager to get back ever since. My family runs deep in Mart, my mom is a paraprofessional at the Elementary, my sister is the High School Secretary, and I have two nieces and three nephews that attend Mart. I just got married to my beautiful wife, Madison. She joined me in watching the playoff run last year, and is just as excited as I am to be joining the Panther Family. I cannot wait to get started, teaching, and coaching champions.

Mart ISD would like to reintroduce Mrs. Ruge to the #PANTHERFamily! Hey MES! Some of you may recognize me, but if not, my name is Brittany Ruge! I am married to my wonderful husband, Matt. We have two cuddly cats and a baby on the way! In my free time, I love to bake, create, garden, and hang out with friends and family. I graduated from the University of Wyoming and Baylor University with degrees in social work and have recently enjoyed the courses I have taken to pursue this career in teaching! This is my first year of teaching, but it will be my third year in the hallways of Mart schools. It is my mission to instill a love for learning and creative thinking in my students. It is my passion to create a safe and inclusive learning environment. We will learn lots of different scientific concepts and you will have many opportunities to do experiments, create projects, and discuss all things SCIENCE! I can't wait to be back with you all! Go Panthers! Mrs. Ruge will teach 5th and 6th grade Science at Mart Elementary.

Mart ISD welcomes Mrs. Saulter to the #PANTHERFamily! Hello! My name is Alex Saulter. Here I am with my favorite people- husband Garrett, bonus son, Grayson and daughter, Lila. ❤️ My husband and I moved to Mart about 2 years ago, and have grown to absolutely love this community. Small town feel, tradition, team spirit, kids playing down every street, small business. (A few reasons we love Mart.) My family and I love traveling, camping, riding our side-by-side, and essentially anything outdoors. I have past experience with Daycare + Pre school 3-4. My recent professional background is in Retail management, tourism/ guest experience. This is such a fun change for me! I can’t wait to plant roots with Mart ISD, and continue to cultivate relationships with the kiddos and families of our community. Mrs. Saulter will serve as a paraprofessional at Mart Elementary.

Mart ISD would like to welcome Coach Vega to the #PANTHERFamily! My name is Coach Re Vega and I am excited to join the Panther Family. I am a Baylor University Graduate and previously taught at a different District before starting my family. My husband Rolando and I have 4 daughters; our 2 oldest are in College: Hannah just completed her 2nd year at UMHB while playing softball and majoring in Finance and Taylor will begin Tarleton this Fall pursuing her BSN/RN; Izzy will start 8th Grade and Olivia will start Pre-K4 this year as Panthers. I have been substitute teaching on the HS Campus and when given the opportunity to become Full-Time, I did not hesitate. The Administration, Faculty, Staff and Students here are amazing! I look forward to Teaching and Coaching your kids this year while helping them become the best in all they do. Coach Vega will teach science and coach at the high school.

Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Brinson to the #PANTHERFamily! Hello, my name is Alexis Brinson and I am excited to begin the next chapter of my teaching career at Mart ISD. I graduated from Southwestern Assemblies of God University in 2020 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Elementary Education. The upcoming 2023-2024 school year marks the beginning of my 4th as a teacher. I have always enjoyed school, and love to watch my students grow. Besides teaching, I spend my time with my husband, Collin., and our two pets Bonnie and Sammi. Some of my favorite things are fishing and cooking/baking. I am Thankful for the opportunity to be joining the Mart Panther family! Mrs. Brinson will teach 1st grade at Mart Elementary.

Mart ISD is looking for a custodian. Interested applicants should apply at https://www.martisd.org/page/employment1 or pick up a paper application at the administration office.

Mart ISD would like to introduce Ms. Rhodes to the #PANTHERFamily! Hi! My name is Alexus Rhodes and I am so thrilled to be starting a career at Mart ISD! My passion is to be around children and work with special education as I am continuing my education in this field at Tarleton State University. I plan to graduate the summer of 2025 with a BS in Psychology with hopes of attending grad school to receive a masters in social work. I have 4 siblings that attend/attended Mart ISD, but I myself am from Austin. I have grown up around my siblings and in Mart and I have a special love for this small town. I am excited to be apart of the panther family! Ms. Rhodes will serve as a paraprofessional at Mart Elementary.

Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Warner to the #PANTHERFamily! My name is Emily Warner and I am thrilled to be joining the Panther Family and begin my first year teaching! I am originally from Missouri but moved to Waco to attend Baylor University. I graduated in 2022 with my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and went on to earn my Master’s in Teaching this spring. My husband and I are foster parents to the sweetest two year old and together we enjoy spending time with family, camping, and traveling. I am excited to meet the sweet students and families across the community! Mrs. Warner will be teaching 4th Grade at Mart Elementary.

Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Waller to the #PANTHERFamily! My name is Mrs. Waller and I am thrilled to be a part of the Panther Family! I hold a Bachelors degree in Kinesiology from Sam Houston State University and I have 2 years of experience in education. My passion lies in fostering a love for learning and helping each student reach their full potential. I am looking forward to a fantastic year of growth, discovery, and success with all of you. Mrs. Waller will be teaching 4th grade at Mart Elementary.

Mart ISD would like to reintroduce Mrs. Hitch to the #PANTHERFamily! Hi! I am entering my fifth year as a part of the incredible Panther Family. With a background in daycare, I transitioned into the school as a Paraprofessional. For the last 3 years, I have had the pleasure of helping in the classroom of the newest and cutest Panthers on campus. My love for this school district and all of its incredible students motivated me to enroll as an undergraduate student at Stephen F. Austin University, where I have been working toward a degree in elementary education. I am so excited to be advancing my teaching experience with Mart ISD and starting a new journey with the place I am already blessed to call home. Mrs. Hitch will teach 4th grade this year at Mart Elementary.

There will be another food distribution tomorrow (6/13) at the Church of Christ from 2pm-4pm. Please bring your own container.