Mrs. Ruge's Summer Girls Group is being postponed for one week. Please see the flyer below.
Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Kristy Bahnsen to our #PANTHERFamily. Mrs. Bahnsen will teach Science at Mart High School.
My name is Kristy Bahnsen. I just finished my 8th year in education, 6 years with Waco ISD in elementary and behavior. My husband Aaron & I love to camp, travel, attend live music events, & spend time outdoors with our dog Tank, family, & friends. I’m excited to teach at the high school level & can’t wait to join the Panther family!
Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs.Tammy Hansen to our #PANTHERFamily. Mrs. Hansen will teach 4th grade reading at Mart Elementary.
My name is Tammy Hansen. I live in the small rural farming community of Levi. I have enjoyed teaching elementary students for 33 years. When I'm not teaching my husband and I enjoy white water rafting, zip lining, hiking, and spending time with family. I'm so excited to be joining the Mart family.
Mart High School Cheerleaders had an amazing time at Cheer Camp and brought back some impressive hardware! Two All American nominees, 4 cheer certificates, a spirit stick and the Top Cheer 2023 award. Way to go, MHS Cheerleaders!
Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Haley Pankonien to our #PANTHERFamily. Mrs. Pankonien will serve in the district as special programs director.
My name is Haley Pankonien, and I am thrilled to be joining the #pantherfamily as the Special Programs Coordinator for the 2023-24 school year. I am a 2008 graduate of Mart High School. I earned my BA in Communication Sciences and Disorders from Baylor University, and continued my education through Texas Woman's University earning an MS in Speech-Language Pathology with an emphasis in Family Studies. Throughout my career as a speech pathologist I have worked with special populations across the lifespan. My husband, Jared Pankonien, and I have been married for 13 years. Our 3 children, Wyatt, Waylon, and Wren, attend Mart ISD. There's no place like home, and I am excited to help serve and advocate for our most exceptional students and their teachers. Once a panther, always a panther!
Mart ISD would like to welcome Coach Jalon Kirven to our #PANTHERFamily. Coach Kirven will be teaching Junior High Math at Mart High School.
My name is Jalon Kirven, and I have been blessed with the opportunity to come back home to coach and teach. I have lived in Mart my whole life. I played sports here in high school, winning state in 2017, and graduated from here in 2018. After graduation, I attended the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. I played football at UMHB and earned my Bachelors Degree in Sport Management. I am super excited to be back home working with the coaches and teachers who helped me be successful. My goal is to have that same impact on the young kids who are attending Mart now. GO PANTHERS!💜
Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Renee Stump to our #PANTHERFamily. Mrs. Stump will be teaching JH English at the high school.
Hello, my name is Renee Stump and I am excited to begin the next chapter of my teaching career at Mart ISD. I graduated from Tarleton State University in the year 2000 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. The upcoming 2023-2024 school year marks the beginning of my 23rd year as a teacher. I have always enjoyed school, and I truly love the process of learning.
Besides teaching, I spend my time with my husband, Justin, and our two daughters, Hailee and Kailyn. Some of my favorite pastimes include listening to music, watching my daughter play sports, cuddling with my dogs, riding horses, cooking/baking and DIY projects.
I am Thankful for the opportunity to be joining the Mart Panther family!
Mart Elementary has several pair of glasses in their lost and found! If these belong to your student please email Amy.Stone@mymartisd.org.
Mart ISD would like to welcome Ms. Kayla Campbell to our #PANTHER Family. Ms. Campbell will be teaching science at Mart Elementary.
Hi, my name is Kayla Campbell. I am originally from the Ellis County area but then moved to Lubbock for college. I have recently relocated to be closer to my family. I am the oldest of five children and can easily be described as a family-oriented person. I enjoy spending time with my family and fiancé, playing with my dog, and reading books. I graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor's in 4-8 science education. Previously, I taught sixth through eighth-grade science. I am looking forward to teaching fifth and sixth-grade science at Mart this coming school year!
Your 23-24 MHS Cheer Squad is heading to Sam Houston State University this morning to attend the National Cheerleaders Association's Summer Camp. They'll learn new cheers, chants, routines, and be coached by NCA staff as they prepare to cheer on MHS next year. Go get 'em girls! #PANTHERFamily
Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Haley Funk to our #PANTHERFamily. Mrs. Funk will serve as counselor at the high school.
Hey Panther Family! My name is Haley Funk and I will serving as the new Jr.High/High School Counselor. I am so excited to be joining Mart ISD. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Tarleton State University and a Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Lamar University. I have been married for 9 years to my husband, Tyler Funk. We have 3 children Evan, Bryleigh and Karli-Jo. As the new counselor, I am excited to serve both the students and staff at Mart ISD. I hope to provide the best academic, emotional, social, and personal support to our students. Every student matters every day. I look forward to meeting you all.
Mart ISD would like to welcome Mrs. Amanda Farnsworth to our #PANTHERFamily. Mrs. Farnsworth will teach 5th Grade Math at Mart Elementary.
Hi. I am Amanda Farnsworth. I am a wife and mom to 2 boys. I graduated from Howard Payne University in December of 2012 and have taught a total of 8 years. My family and I recently moved to Mart were our youngest now attends school. I am excited to join the Panther family as a teacher and grow as a member of this wonderful community!
Mart ISD would like to welcome Dr. Nancy Dominguez to our #PANTHERFamily.
Dr. Dominguez will be the new assistant principal at the High School.
Biography: Greetings! My name is Dr. Nancy Dominguez, and I am the assistant principal at Mart High School this school year! 2023-2024 marks the beginning of my 17thyear in education, and I am excited to be a Mart Panther! I graduated with my bachelor’s degree from the University of Texas at Arlington in 2008 and my master’s degree from Tarleton State University in 2011. Most recently, I graduated with my doctorate degree in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Tarleton State University. I am certified bilingual with the ability to effectively communicate in English and Spanish. I thoroughly enjoy working with various stakeholders in order to help all students reach their full potential. On a personal note, I have been married to an amazing husband, Justin, for over a decade. Together, we have been blessed with two sweet and energetic young men, Aaron, who is an active and athletic 11-year-old, and Andrew, who is a courageous five-year-old.
My Why: The primary reason I became an educator is to support all students, especially those students who are unable to self-advocate. My hope is for all of our students to be educated and productive members of society. I firmly believe in the power of education and know firsthand how positively impactful receiving a solid education can be. As Brian Tracy said, “It doesn’t matter where you are coming from. All that matters is where you are going.” Let’s go, Panthers!
Mart ISD is offering meals this summer. Starting tomorrow, May 30th, breakfast and lunch will be served each Monday - Thursday through the month of June.
If you aren't able to make it to graduation tonight, you can stream it for free through NFHS at the following link or you can watch through the Mart ISD Facebook Page using Facebook live.
https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/mart-high-school-mart-tx/evt7cda8de192
Mart High School's Class of 2023 and Mart Elementary's Class of 2035
If you or someone you know is attending graduation, please make sure they have the information below.
Next week's edition of Panther Talk can be found at the following link. This is the last week of school for the 22-23 school year! https://www.smore.com/pxgu1
Dear Parents or Guardians,
The school year is coming to an end and students’ medications need to be taken home. If your student has any prescription medication, over the counter medications or a nebulizer device in the nurse’s office, the parent/guardian needs to come by the nurse’s office for pickup on or prior to the last day of school. The medications not picked up before dismissal on May 26, 2023 will be properly disposed of. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions or concerns.
Thank you,
Misty Willis
misty.willis@mymartisd.org
Tomorrow is Field Day at Mart Elementary! Check out the flyer below for more information!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1V82D4gkrxVxg0SjA07AuhfvMCs8oBwuJ/view?usp=sharing
