Happy National Assistant Principals Week! 🎉
This week, we proudly recognize and celebrate the incredible Assistant Principals who serve our Sweetwater schools. Your leadership, dedication, and heart make a difference every single day.
✨ Sweetwater High School – Brandie Gee & William Holloway
✨ Sweetwater Middle School – Rusty Rainbolt & Kyle Polk
✨ Sweetwater Intermediate School – Steven Reese
From guiding students to success, supporting teachers, and helping keep our schools running smoothly—you are truly the backbone of our campuses. Your impact does not go unnoticed, and we are deeply grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for your commitment, your compassion, and your unwavering support of excellence in education.
This week, we proudly recognize and celebrate the incredible Assistant Principals who serve our Sweetwater schools. Your leadership, dedication, and heart make a difference every single day.
✨ Sweetwater High School – Brandie Gee & William Holloway
✨ Sweetwater Middle School – Rusty Rainbolt & Kyle Polk
✨ Sweetwater Intermediate School – Steven Reese
From guiding students to success, supporting teachers, and helping keep our schools running smoothly—you are truly the backbone of our campuses. Your impact does not go unnoticed, and we are deeply grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for your commitment, your compassion, and your unwavering support of excellence in education.
🔴⚪️ Sweetwater Tennis Shines at District! ⚪️🔴
We are excited to share some incredible results from last week’s district tennis tournament — our Mustangs showed up and showed out! 🎾🔥
JV Results:
🏆 Cade Saunders – District Champion, Boys Singles
👏 Case Miles – 4th Place, Boys Singles
👏 Makailyn Guzman & Izzy Espinoza – 4th Place, Girls Doubles
Varsity Results:
🏆 Tyler Ramirez – District Champion, Boys Singles (Advancing to Regionals!)
🥈 Vicente Orduna & Danny Yang – 2nd Place, Boys Doubles (Advancing to Regionals!)
🥉 Brady Kilgore & Carson Murphy – 3rd Place, Boys Doubles (Alternate Regional Qualifiers)
🥉 Sydney Ramirez – 3rd Place, Girls Singles (Alternate Regional Qualifier)
👏 Matt (Bryan) Rangel & Bridget Kingston – 4th Place, Mixed Doubles
And with an outstanding team performance…
🏆 Your Sweetwater Varsity Boys are DISTRICT CHAMPIONS! 🏆
Thank you all for your continued support of our athletes! ❤️🤍
We’re gearing up for Regionals next week — let’s go, Mustangs!
We are excited to share some incredible results from last week’s district tennis tournament — our Mustangs showed up and showed out! 🎾🔥
JV Results:
🏆 Cade Saunders – District Champion, Boys Singles
👏 Case Miles – 4th Place, Boys Singles
👏 Makailyn Guzman & Izzy Espinoza – 4th Place, Girls Doubles
Varsity Results:
🏆 Tyler Ramirez – District Champion, Boys Singles (Advancing to Regionals!)
🥈 Vicente Orduna & Danny Yang – 2nd Place, Boys Doubles (Advancing to Regionals!)
🥉 Brady Kilgore & Carson Murphy – 3rd Place, Boys Doubles (Alternate Regional Qualifiers)
🥉 Sydney Ramirez – 3rd Place, Girls Singles (Alternate Regional Qualifier)
👏 Matt (Bryan) Rangel & Bridget Kingston – 4th Place, Mixed Doubles
And with an outstanding team performance…
🏆 Your Sweetwater Varsity Boys are DISTRICT CHAMPIONS! 🏆
Thank you all for your continued support of our athletes! ❤️🤍
We’re gearing up for Regionals next week — let’s go, Mustangs!
🔴⚪️ Champions Wear Red & White! ⚪️🔴
Congratulations to our Sweetwater High School Varsity Girls Golf Team on an incredible achievement — District Champions for the 4th year in a row! 🏆
A special shoutout to Peyton Gee, your District Champion! ⛳️👏
We are so proud of these outstanding athletes:
L to R: Mackenzie May, Cylan Patterson, Peyton Gee, Bailey Rainbolt, Halley Nixon, Summer Rainbolt
If you see these talented young ladies around town, be sure to congratulate them and wish them the best of luck as they head into the regional tournament next week.
Let’s keep the momentum going, Lady Mustangs! ❤️🤍
Congratulations to our Sweetwater High School Varsity Girls Golf Team on an incredible achievement — District Champions for the 4th year in a row! 🏆
A special shoutout to Peyton Gee, your District Champion! ⛳️👏
We are so proud of these outstanding athletes:
L to R: Mackenzie May, Cylan Patterson, Peyton Gee, Bailey Rainbolt, Halley Nixon, Summer Rainbolt
If you see these talented young ladies around town, be sure to congratulate them and wish them the best of luck as they head into the regional tournament next week.
Let’s keep the momentum going, Lady Mustangs! ❤️🤍
🎉 More Exciting News! 🎉
We are thrilled to share that students from Ms. Osteen’s class have also been named winners in this year’s Unsolved Case Files 6th–12th Grade Writing Contest! 🕵️♀️
Through imaginative plots, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving elements, these students brought their mysteries to life in truly impressive ways. Their entries stood out among competitors and earned them a place in the official contest anthology, set to be published later this year.
Congratulations to these amazing writers on this well-deserved recognition!
We are thrilled to share that students from Ms. Osteen’s class have also been named winners in this year’s Unsolved Case Files 6th–12th Grade Writing Contest! 🕵️♀️
Through imaginative plots, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving elements, these students brought their mysteries to life in truly impressive ways. Their entries stood out among competitors and earned them a place in the official contest anthology, set to be published later this year.
Congratulations to these amazing writers on this well-deserved recognition!
Happy School Librarian Appreciation Day – April 4!
Sweetwater ISD would like to celebrate the incredible librarians who keep our schools running in more ways than most people ever see!
Our librarians do so much more than check out books—they are the heartbeat of our campuses. From managing Chromebook checkouts and repairs to stepping in as substitutes when needed, they consistently go above and beyond to support both students and staff.
Their dedication, flexibility, and care make a difference every single day, and our schools are better because of them.
Take a moment to thank a librarian for all they do—you might be surprised at just how much they handle behind the scenes!
Sweetwater ISD would like to celebrate the incredible librarians who keep our schools running in more ways than most people ever see!
Our librarians do so much more than check out books—they are the heartbeat of our campuses. From managing Chromebook checkouts and repairs to stepping in as substitutes when needed, they consistently go above and beyond to support both students and staff.
Their dedication, flexibility, and care make a difference every single day, and our schools are better because of them.
Take a moment to thank a librarian for all they do—you might be surprised at just how much they handle behind the scenes!
🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
We are proud to announce that students from Mrs. Toothman’s class have been named winners of this year’s Unsolved Case Files 6th–12th Grade Writing Contest! 🕵️♂️
These talented students showcased exceptional creativity, critical thinking, and storytelling skills through their mystery-based writing. Their work impressed the judges and earned them a spot in the official contest anthology, which will be published later this year.
Congratulations to these outstanding young writers—we can’t wait to see your stories in print!
We are proud to announce that students from Mrs. Toothman’s class have been named winners of this year’s Unsolved Case Files 6th–12th Grade Writing Contest! 🕵️♂️
These talented students showcased exceptional creativity, critical thinking, and storytelling skills through their mystery-based writing. Their work impressed the judges and earned them a spot in the official contest anthology, which will be published later this year.
Congratulations to these outstanding young writers—we can’t wait to see your stories in print!
Congratulations to the SMS Symphonic Band! 🎶
We are thrilled to share that the SMS Symphonic Band earned straight superior ratings in BOTH their stage performance and sight-reading evaluation! 👏🔥
This outstanding accomplishment hasn’t been achieved since 2017, making this moment even more special. Their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence truly paid off this year—and it showed in every performance!
These students have represented our school with pride and excellence. 💫
👉 Be sure to congratulate these amazing musicians when you see them—they’ve earned every bit of this success!
We are thrilled to share that the SMS Symphonic Band earned straight superior ratings in BOTH their stage performance and sight-reading evaluation! 👏🔥
This outstanding accomplishment hasn’t been achieved since 2017, making this moment even more special. Their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence truly paid off this year—and it showed in every performance!
These students have represented our school with pride and excellence. 💫
👉 Be sure to congratulate these amazing musicians when you see them—they’ve earned every bit of this success!
Reminder for Sweetwater ISD Students & Families
There will be no school on Friday, April 3 in observance of Good Friday.
Due to the previous weather closure, students WILL attend school on Monday, April 6 as a make-up day.
Please plan accordingly—we look forward to seeing everyone on Monday!
There will be no school on Friday, April 3 in observance of Good Friday.
Due to the previous weather closure, students WILL attend school on Monday, April 6 as a make-up day.
Please plan accordingly—we look forward to seeing everyone on Monday!
❤️🤍 We ❤️ Our Paraprofessionals! 🤍❤️
Sweetwater ISD runs stronger, smoother, and more successfully because of the incredible paraprofessionals who support our students and staff every single day.
From lending a helping hand in the classroom to building meaningful connections with students, your impact does not go unnoticed. You are difference-makers, problem-solvers, and champions for our kids.
Today, on Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, we celebrate YOU and all that you do for Mustang Nation!
Sweetwater ISD runs stronger, smoother, and more successfully because of the incredible paraprofessionals who support our students and staff every single day.
From lending a helping hand in the classroom to building meaningful connections with students, your impact does not go unnoticed. You are difference-makers, problem-solvers, and champions for our kids.
Today, on Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, we celebrate YOU and all that you do for Mustang Nation!
🎶🐎 Celebrate the Mighty Mustang Band! 🐎🎶
Sweetwater ISD is proud to share that the Mighty Mustang Band has earned Overall Superior Ratings in BOTH their stage performance and sight-reading evaluation!
This incredible achievement hasn’t been accomplished since 2022, making it even more special. Their dedication, discipline, and countless hours of hard work truly paid off this year—and it showed in every note they played!
These students have set the bar high and represented our school with excellence.
Be sure to congratulate these amazing musicians when you see them—they’ve absolutely earned it!
Sweetwater ISD is proud to share that the Mighty Mustang Band has earned Overall Superior Ratings in BOTH their stage performance and sight-reading evaluation!
This incredible achievement hasn’t been accomplished since 2022, making it even more special. Their dedication, discipline, and countless hours of hard work truly paid off this year—and it showed in every note they played!
These students have set the bar high and represented our school with excellence.
Be sure to congratulate these amazing musicians when you see them—they’ve absolutely earned it!
🎉 Celebrating Occupational Therapist Appreciation Month! 🎉
This month, we proudly recognize the incredible impact our Occupational Therapist, Kaitlyn Dunn, makes every single day.
Through compassion, creativity, and dedication, Kaitlyn helps students build independence, confidence, and the skills they need to thrive both in and out of the classroom. From small victories to life-changing progress, her work truly makes a difference.
Thank you, Kaitlyn, for the care, patience, and expertise you bring to our schools—we appreciate you more than words can express!
This month, we proudly recognize the incredible impact our Occupational Therapist, Kaitlyn Dunn, makes every single day.
Through compassion, creativity, and dedication, Kaitlyn helps students build independence, confidence, and the skills they need to thrive both in and out of the classroom. From small victories to life-changing progress, her work truly makes a difference.
Thank you, Kaitlyn, for the care, patience, and expertise you bring to our schools—we appreciate you more than words can express!
🎭✨ More Big News for Sweetwater ISD! ✨🎭
We are proud to announce that our UIL One Act Play Company has advanced to the Area Contest! The competition will take place on Saturday, April 11th at Clyde High School.
In addition to this incredible achievement, several of our talented students earned individual honors:
Sage Holloway – Outstanding Technician
Tra'Darieon Deuce Hopkins – Honorable Mention Cast
Brady Kilgore – Honorable Mention Cast
Victor Bock – All Star Cast
Halley Nixon – Best Performer
Please help us congratulate these students when you see them!
Thank you for your continued support of our students and programs.
We are proud to announce that our UIL One Act Play Company has advanced to the Area Contest! The competition will take place on Saturday, April 11th at Clyde High School.
In addition to this incredible achievement, several of our talented students earned individual honors:
Sage Holloway – Outstanding Technician
Tra'Darieon Deuce Hopkins – Honorable Mention Cast
Brady Kilgore – Honorable Mention Cast
Victor Bock – All Star Cast
Halley Nixon – Best Performer
Please help us congratulate these students when you see them!
Thank you for your continued support of our students and programs.
hat an incredible performance! 💪🔥
Congratulations to Blaine Maestas on being crowned the State Champion Powerlifter in the 198-pound weight class at Friday’s state meet! 🏆
Blaine put up some outstanding numbers:
▪️ Squat: 660
▪️ Bench Press: 475
▪️ Deadlift: 600
👉 Total: 1735
In an intense competition that came down to the very last lift, Blaine secured the title by just 5 pounds!
To top it off, his total was only 30 pounds shy of the all-time state record for his weight class—an incredible accomplishment.
We are also proud of our other Sweetwater competitors who represented us at the state level:
▪️ Derek Bewley – 8th place
▪️ Shawn Garza – 13th place
▪️ Brayten McIntosh – 13th place
▪️ Brandon Gamino – 15th place
▪️ Daniel Davis
Your strength, determination, and grit truly showed. We are proud of all of you!
Congratulations to Blaine Maestas on being crowned the State Champion Powerlifter in the 198-pound weight class at Friday’s state meet! 🏆
Blaine put up some outstanding numbers:
▪️ Squat: 660
▪️ Bench Press: 475
▪️ Deadlift: 600
👉 Total: 1735
In an intense competition that came down to the very last lift, Blaine secured the title by just 5 pounds!
To top it off, his total was only 30 pounds shy of the all-time state record for his weight class—an incredible accomplishment.
We are also proud of our other Sweetwater competitors who represented us at the state level:
▪️ Derek Bewley – 8th place
▪️ Shawn Garza – 13th place
▪️ Brayten McIntosh – 13th place
▪️ Brandon Gamino – 15th place
▪️ Daniel Davis
Your strength, determination, and grit truly showed. We are proud of all of you!
SMS Color Guard
Parent Showcase 2026
Sweetwater Middle School Upper Gym
Friday, May 8
5:30pm-7:30pm
Entry is Free!
Parent Showcase 2026
Sweetwater Middle School Upper Gym
Friday, May 8
5:30pm-7:30pm
Entry is Free!
SHS Color Guard
Parent Showcase 2026
Sweetwater HIgh School Gym
Friday, April 24
5:30pm-7:30pm
Entry is Free!
Parent Showcase 2026
Sweetwater HIgh School Gym
Friday, April 24
5:30pm-7:30pm
Entry is Free!
🚀✨ Ready to explore your future career? ✨🚀
Sweetwater ISD students are invited to the Career Accelerator + Community Connections Camp for Teens hosted by Texas State Technical College!
📍 Location: Sweetwater, TX
📅 Dates: July 14–16, 2026
🎓 Grades: Incoming 7th–9th
💲 Cost: FREE
Students will:
✔️ Visit local companies & explore high-demand careers
✔️ Get hands-on exposure to new technologies like AI
✔️ Build communication and professional skills
✔️ Develop resilience and confidence
✔️ Enjoy meals from local restaurants
🍽️ Lunch & snacks are provided daily!
⏰ Drop-off: 9:00 AM | Pick-up: 3:00 PM
📍 Locations: TSTC Campus or Downtown site
👉 Register now: startuphigh.com/sw
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover career pathways and gain real-world experience!
Sweetwater ISD students are invited to the Career Accelerator + Community Connections Camp for Teens hosted by Texas State Technical College!
📍 Location: Sweetwater, TX
📅 Dates: July 14–16, 2026
🎓 Grades: Incoming 7th–9th
💲 Cost: FREE
Students will:
✔️ Visit local companies & explore high-demand careers
✔️ Get hands-on exposure to new technologies like AI
✔️ Build communication and professional skills
✔️ Develop resilience and confidence
✔️ Enjoy meals from local restaurants
🍽️ Lunch & snacks are provided daily!
⏰ Drop-off: 9:00 AM | Pick-up: 3:00 PM
📍 Locations: TSTC Campus or Downtown site
👉 Register now: startuphigh.com/sw
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover career pathways and gain real-world experience!
🩺✨ Calling all future healthcare leaders! ✨🩺
Sweetwater ISD students—don’t miss this exciting Mini-Medical School + Community Connections Camp for Teens hosted by Texas State Technical College!
📍 Location: Sweetwater, TX
📅 Dates: June 23–25, 2026
👩⚕️ Grades: Incoming 7th–9th
💲 Cost: FREE
Students will:
✔️ Visit healthcare facilities & meet professionals
✔️ Explore high-demand medical careers
✔️ Build communication skills used in patient care
✔️ Develop resilience and confidence
✔️ Enjoy local food experiences
🍽️ Lunch & snacks are provided daily!
⏰ Drop-off: 9:00 AM | Pick-up: 3:00 PM
👉 Register now: startuphigh.com/sw
Spots are limited—sign up today and explore your future in healthcare!
Sweetwater ISD students—don’t miss this exciting Mini-Medical School + Community Connections Camp for Teens hosted by Texas State Technical College!
📍 Location: Sweetwater, TX
📅 Dates: June 23–25, 2026
👩⚕️ Grades: Incoming 7th–9th
💲 Cost: FREE
Students will:
✔️ Visit healthcare facilities & meet professionals
✔️ Explore high-demand medical careers
✔️ Build communication skills used in patient care
✔️ Develop resilience and confidence
✔️ Enjoy local food experiences
🍽️ Lunch & snacks are provided daily!
⏰ Drop-off: 9:00 AM | Pick-up: 3:00 PM
👉 Register now: startuphigh.com/sw
Spots are limited—sign up today and explore your future in healthcare!
You're Invited to Yucca Gloriosa 2026
Sweetwater ISD will not be taking spring pictures at this time. We appreciate your understanding and will share any updates if plans change.
Spring Break flew by, Mustangs!
We hope you had time to relax, recharge, and make some great memories. Now it’s time to pack it up and get ready—we’ll see you back in class tomorrow!
Let’s finish the semester strong!
