Happy Thanksgiving!
Marfa ISD students attended a performance of Julius Caesar on Wednesday, November 19th at The Globe Theatre after studying Shakespeare in Ms. Foster’s English II and Ms. Hartnett’s Senior English classes.
A huge thank-you to Odessa Arts for providing this opportunity and for supporting arts education across West Texas. Students not only experienced the play live, but also spoke with professional actors—perfect inspiration as they prepare for One Act Play this spring!
Special thanks to our teachers and Mr. Pittman for ensuring our students traveled safely. 💜🎭✨
#MarfaISD #Shakespeare #JuliusCaesar #ArtsInEducation #ShorthornPride #ThouShaltNotSkipClass #EtTuShorthorns #ToBeOrNotToBeInClass #FriendsRomansCountrymenLendMeYourLikes
🎨✨ Congratulations Ms. Adele Powers! ✨🎨
Marfa ISD is incredibly proud to congratulate Ms. Adele Powers for receiving special recognition from the Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) in the 2025 Members Art Show! 💜
Her artwork, “Sketchbook Pages”, received recognition by TAEA, a testament to her talent, dedication, and artistic vision.
Ms. Powers continues to elevate the arts in Marfa — from teaching and inspiring our students, to leading digital media, yearbook, and producing the Marfa Newsletter.
Her creativity and passion help our students reach new heights every day.
Congratulations, Ms. Powers — thank you for sharing your artistry and heart with Marfa ISD! 🎨🐮
🏀 GAME DAY! 🏀
The Lady Horns are back on the court THIS FRIDAY as they host Presidio JV!
📅 November 21, 2025
⏰ 5:00 PM
📍 Marfa Shorthorn Gym – Marfa, Texas
Come out, wear your purple, and cheer on our Lady Horns as they defend home court! 💜🐮🔥
#MarfaHoops #LadyHorns #GameDay #ShorthornPride #PurpleRaining3s
🏀 CHECK OUT YOUR MARFA SHORTHORNS! 🏀
Marfa's Boys Basketball Team is back in action this weekend at the Alpine Wilson-Stice Invitational Tournament! 💜🤍
📍 Alpine, Texas
📅 November 21–22, 2025
🕛 Friday Pool Play:
Game 1: 12:15 PM vs. Irvin (SRSU Court)
Game 2: 5:15 PM vs. Alpine JV (AHS Court)
🏆 Saturday Bracket Play:
Game times TBD based on Friday results
Come out, make the short drive, and cheer on our Shorthorns as they compete!
💜🐮 #MarfaISD #ShorthornBasketball #TournamentWeekend #GoHorns
🎓 CollegeCommunityCareer is Coming to Marfa ISD! 🎓
Marfa ISD is excited to welcome CCC on December 10–11, 2025 for two important events supporting our juniors, seniors, and their families!
📅 Wednesday, December 10
📣 Parent Meeting – Evening Session: SENIORS
CCC representatives will share important information about FAFSA, college admissions, financial aid, scholarships, and post-secondary pathways. Families will receive helpful tips and guidance to support their students’ next steps after high school.
📅 Thursday, December 11
🎓 In-Person Class Sessions for Juniors & Seniors
CCC will meet with students during the school day to discuss:
• FAFSA updates and completion support
• College and trade school admission opportunities
• Tips, tricks, and resources for future planning
• Personalized support options for Marfa ISD students
We are grateful for this partnership and excited to provide our students with the tools and knowledge they need for their upcoming post-secondary journeys. 💜📘✨
#MarfaISD #ShorthornSuccess #CollegeReady #FAFSA #CCC #FutureReady
🎄 SAVE THE DATE! 🎄
Marfa Elementary Holiday Program
📅 Friday, December 19, 2025
📍 Marfa ISD Auditorium
Join us for a joyful morning filled with holiday cheer, songs, togetherness, and entertainment by our sweetest and most adorable Shorthorns! 🌟🎶❤️
Additional details will be shared soon — we can’t wait to celebrate the season with you!
#MarfaISD #Shorthorns #HolidayProgram #ElementaryPride #SaveTheDate
📣 Attention Elementary & JH UIL Families!
Please be on the lookout for your child’s UIL Academic Meet permission forms coming home today, November 20th.
On December 3, 2025 our UIL students will travel to BALMORHEA to compete in their selected events.🏆📘✏️
📝 Permission forms are due Tuesday, December 2, 2025.
On December 2nd, the following information will be distributed:
• Event schedules
• Departure and return times
• Lunch accommodations
• Student event assignments
• Travel details
We are excited to cheer on our Marfa students as they represent our school with pride and excellence! 💜🐮✨
#MarfaISD #Shorthorns #UILAcademics #StudentSuccess
📣 EARLY RELEASE – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2025
Marfa ISD will have early release this Friday as we begin our Thanksgiving Break! 🦃🍂
🍎 Elementary
• 11:00 AM – Lunch
• 11:45 AM – Bus Pick-Up
• 12:00 PM – Dismissal
📘 Junior High / High School
• 11:45 AM – Lunch
• 12:00 PM – Bus Pick-Up & Dismissal at the Cafeteria
Please make arrangements to pick up your students on time.
We wish all our families a wonderful, safe, and restful Thanksgiving Break! 🧡
#ShorthornNation #MarfaISD #ThanksgivingBreak
📣 ATTENDANCE RECOVERY DAY – FRIDAY!
📅 November 21, 2025
⏰ Begins at 12:00 PM
📍 Marfa Junior/Senior High School
Hey Shorthorns! 🐮💜
Students in 6th–12th grade who need to make up instructional time to meet the 90% attendance requirement will have an Attendance Recovery Opportunity this Friday!
Marfa High School Basketball @ Van Horn
🕔 JV Boys – 5:00 PM
🕕 HS Girls – 6:00 PM
🕢 HS Boys – 7:30 PM
Good luck to our Shorthorns! 💜🤍
📢 ATTENTION
MARFA ISD’S PHONES ARE CURRENTLY DOWN.
We are working together with our internet provider to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
📅 Date: November 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:45 P.M.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
📣 EARLY RELEASE – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2025
Marfa ISD will have early release this Friday as we begin our Thanksgiving Break! 🦃🍂
🍎 Elementary
• 11:00 AM – Lunch
• 11:45 AM – Bus Pick-Up
• 12:00 PM – Dismissal
📘 Junior High / High School
• 11:45 AM – Lunch
• 12:00 PM – Bus Pick-Up & Dismissal at the Cafeteria
Please make arrangements to pick up your students on time.
We wish all our families a wonderful, safe, and restful Thanksgiving Break! 🧡
#ShorthornNation #MarfaISD #ThanksgivingBreak
It’s the season opener for our Marfa Shorthorn Basketball teams as they hit the road to take on Comstock!
💜 Girls Game: 4:00 PM
🤍 Boys Game: 5:00 PM
📍 Comstock High School (Comstock, Texas)
Let’s go, Shorthorns! Good luck on another amazing season! 💪🔥
#ShorthornPride #MarfaBasketball #GameDay #WeBeforeMe #BuildingChampions
Join us for an evening full of stories, smiles, and shopping at the Marfa ISD Library!
🗓 Date: THURSDAY, November 13, 2025
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Bring the whole family to explore new books, find your next favorite read, and support our campus library! ❤️
Let’s make it a night of reading, fun, and family time in true Shorthorn style! 💜🤍
#MarfaISD #BookFair #FamilyNight #ReadersAreLeaders #ShorthornPride
Campus Improvement Plan (CIP) and Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP).
🗓 Thursday, November 13, 2025
🕔 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 J.E. Gregg Auditorium
🌐 www.marfaisd.com
Your voice and input matter as we work together to strengthen our schools and continue building a brighter future for Marfa ISD students. 💜🐂
#MarfaISD #ShorthornPride #BuildingChampions #CommunityStrong #SchoolImprovement #MarfaStrong
Join us as we celebrate the season of gratitude with our annual Thanksgiving Lunch at Carl Robinson Cafeteria on Thursday, November 14, 2025!
Bring your family and enjoy a delicious meal with students and staff as we give thanks for our Marfa community. 💛
Lunch Schedule:
🧡 Pre-K, Kinder, & 1st Grade: 10:30 – 11:00 AM
💛 2nd & 3rd Grades: 11:00 – 11:30 AM
🤎 4th & 5th Grades: 11:30 – 12:00 PM
🧡 Middle School & High School: 12:15 – 1:15 PM
Important Info:
• Parents & Guests, please check in at the office before lunch
• Adults: $8 | Kids: $5
Let’s gather, share, and celebrate everything we’re thankful for here in Shorthorn Nation! 💜🤍
#MarfaISD #ThanksgivingLunch #ShorthornPride #GratefulHearts #BuildingCommunity
🎉🏐 CONGRATULATIONS, SHORTHORN VOLLEYBALL! 🏐🎉
A huge shoutout to our Marfa High School Volleyball players who were selected to the All-District Volleyball Team — and a special congratulations to the athletes who earned district superlatives! 💜
We are so proud of your hard work, dedication, and leadership both on and off the court. You’ve represented Marfa ISD with pride — earning Back-to-Back District Championships 🏆 and advancing to the Area Round of Playoffs! 💪
A special congratulations to Coach Osiris Alferez for being named the District Coach of the Year! 👏
Thank you, Lady Shorthorns, for another incredible season!
#BuildingChampions #ShorthornPride #MarfaVolleyball #BackToBackChamps
Marfa ISD invites all parents, staff, students, and community members to join us for a Public Meeting to review and discuss our
Campus Improvement Plan (CIP) and Targeted Improvement Plan (TIP).
🗓 Thursday, November 13, 2025
🕔 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 J.E. Gregg Auditorium
🌐 www.marfaisd.com
Your voice and input matter as we work together to strengthen our schools and continue building a brighter future for Marfa ISD students. 💜🐂
#MarfaISD #ShorthornPride #BuildingChampions #CommunityStrong #SchoolImprovement #MarfaStrong
🎖️ Marfa ISD Veterans Day Community Program
Marfa ISD proudly invites all local veterans and community members to join us as we honor the brave men and women who have served our nation.
🕊️ Tuesday, November 11, 2025
📍 Marfa Shorthorn Gym
☕ Coffee with Veterans: 10:00–10:30 AM
🎤 Veterans Program: 10:30–11:00 AM
🍽️ Lunch for Veterans: 11:15–12:30 PM
Join us for a morning of gratitude, reflection, and celebration as we recognize our heroes’ service and sacrifice. ❤️💙
#MarfaISD #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans #ShorthornPride #MarfaStrong
