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Warriors v. Permian
Nov. 21 - 1:00 p.m.
Shotwell Stadium Abilene

What is Coach Wager's connection to Permian football?
In 1992 Coach Wager read a book called "Friday Night Lights". You might know this story, it's the one about the 1988 Permian Panthers football team coached by Gary Gaines. The book had such a profound effect on Coach Wager he loaded up all his belongings, jumped on his motorcycle and moved 1800 miles to Texas to become a high school football coach.

When he arrived in Texas he interviewed at Carter Riverside HS in Ft. Worth and Carter Jr. High in AISD. The principal at Carter was so impressed with his passion that she convinced him to begin his career in Texas at the Jr. High Level instead. That principal - our very own Melinda Reeves.

But, the story gets better...Coach Gaines left Permian after the 1989 season. He went on to coach at Texas Tech, Abilene HS, San Angelo, & Abilene Christian University. His career then took him to Ector County ISD and Lubbock ISD where he served as Athletic Director.

Then, in 2009 he returned to Permian as Head Coach. So, not only will Wager be teaming up against the team that brought him to Texas...he will actually be across the turf from THE coach that inspired his career as a high school football coach. It's not very often that you actually get to live your dreams.

Good luck Warriors! Abilene is just a short 2.5 hour drive west on I-20. Let's show our support by getting as many Warrior fans there as possible! Round 2 here we come! Anybody wanting to caravan please meet in the front parking lot at 8:30 am for an 8:45 departure! DECORATE your cars before you arrive!

TICKET INFORMATION
Pre-Sale Tickets: $4.00/Students and $8.00/Adults - under 3 gets in free
Tickets: $10/gate
Parking is FREE

Tickets sold at Martin -
Wednesday - Before & After school and at lunch.
Thursday - Before school and at lunch.

Tickets sold at the AISD Athletics Office - 1141 W. Pioneer Parkway - Nov 17 - 19 from
8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Payments accepted - Checks or Cash only

Map to Shotwell Stadium

Get playoff scores texted to your phone.

5A D1 Playoff Bracket - updated 11/15 3:25pm

Martin Players Presents The Boys Next Door By Tom Griffin

Martin Players is proud to present the 2nd production of the 2009-2010 Theatre Season, The Boys Next Door by Tom Griffin.

This funny, yet heartwarming story centers on a group of mentally challenged men and their caretaker in New England.

The play will be performed November 12, 13, 14, 16, with a special show on November 17 at 7:30 P.M. in the Little Theater. Tickets are $6 in advance $8 at the door. Advance tickets are on sale at lunch in front of the Little Theater. Seating is limited so get yours seats early!!

Please Consider Nominating One of Our Outstanding Teachers

The AWARE Foundation "Arlington Will Award and Recognize (educational) Excellence" was founded in order to encourage innovation and excellence in the classroom. Monetary awards are granted to teachers who have demonstrated excellence in teaching. Winners and runners-up are selected from all grade levels. In each group, the winner receives a $3,000 cash award an the runner-up receives a $1,500 cash award. Nominated teachers should be involved in classroom instruction working directly with students and have a minimum of 2 years teaching experience.

For the past few years, there have been very few nominations of junior high and senior high teachers. Please consider nominating a deserving candidate. Nominations may be made by students, parents, fellow teachers, administrators or community members.

Nomination packets are available in the main office. An Intent to Nominate postcard should be returned to the AWARE Foundation by December 18th.

If you have any questions, please contact Bonnie Harmon at (817) 261-3330 or bfharmon@sbcglobal.net or Sherry Cartusciello at (817) 478-3411 or at scartusciello@hotmail.com. For more information go to www.awarefoundation.com.

Martin High School wins ratings appeal to receive Recognized rating

Martin High School is now rated Recognized, the second highest rating in the state’s accountability system, after the Texas Education Agency granted the district’s appeal. The district administration appealed the previous rating of Academically Acceptable because of discrepancies between the district and the state in the coding of students in the Economically Disadvantaged student group. This ruling means that the AISD now has six (6) Exemplary campuses and thirty-three (33) Recognized campuses.

Jostens will be back!

Jostens will be returning on FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20TH to deliver class rings. Seniors who did not have a chance to order cap and gowns, or announcements may do so at this time.

Need a yearbook? You can still order online at www.jostens.com. The yearbook is $65 this year. Don't miss out on this incredible keepsake.

One Book Writing Contest

In 2010 the One Book, One Arlington community-wide reading project will focus on education.  In keeping with the theme, our Celebrity Reads posters for 2010 will feature 9 Arlington area educators, nominated by their students.  To nominate your favorite teacher, submit a short essay on the theme: The Teacher Who Made a Difference in My Life.

Contest begins: November 16, 2009 - Entry Deadline: December 18, 2009

$50 gift certificates to the Parks Mall for the authors of the top nine (9) entries.

Click here for a flyer with more information.

REDEMPTION

Last year was the first time the tennis team did not win the district title in over 12 years. It was also the 1st time in over 20 years that the team failed to qualify to reach the Regional Tournament. This year we titled the season "Redemption". The goal of the fall season was to make up for last year and obtain the district title. The team did not want to look at last year as the break of a 12 year winning streak, but rather to look at this year as the beginning of another. In the process of restoring the district title to Martin High School the team had some wonderful individual All District Awards:

All District Doubles

Men
1. Travis K./Asher K.
2. Jared W./Travis K.
3. Rusty G./Connor W.

Women
1. Rachel M./Kim N.
3. Victoria F./Heather S.

Mixed
1. Brian L./Audra B.


All District Singles
3. Brian L.
6. Rusty G.
6. Cassie V.

Math Homework Help

Our department Homework Center is ready to operate next week. Students may go to the following rooms for homework help. They should come prepared with specific questions and assignments that are causing them difficulty.

Jim King: Algebra Rm 218A on Mon and Tues from 3:00-4:00
Jeanine Walls: Algebra Rm 236 on Wed from 3:00-4:30
Marilyn Broyles: PreCal Rm 226 on Tues from 3:00 to 4:00
Susan Stimson: PreCal Rm 218B Thur from 3:00 to 4:00

Regional Choir 2009

Congratulations to these students who will be advancing to Round 3 of the All- State Audition presses. The next audition is November 20th at Arlington High School

Sop I Kayley W.	Sop II Abby A. Alexa H. Paige K. Kaysha K. Maddie M.	Alto I Chelsea C. Molly W. Hannah L. Rachel H.	Alto II Tiffany F. Kirstie M. Sienna R. Allie W. Lauren S. Cara S.	Tenor 1 Ben A. Zac H. Anthony N. Alex S.
	Tenor II Mitch G. Hunter H. Kendall P. Reid H. Caleb W. Ryan W. Sean F.	Bass I Garrett R. Conner L. Scott H.	Bass II Josh D. Thomas J.

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Attention Coaches, Sponsors, Clubs & Organizations -

Does your club/organization have an upcoming event you'd like to advertise on the MHS website? Checkout our new Bulletin Board section. See the "Post-It" below for more information.