MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL WILKES 

FESTA OFFERS NARCAN TRAINING AT WISD

The FESTA program will host two NARCAN training sessions this semester at the WISD Board Room—one for adults and one for teens (ages 14+). All attendees will receive a free Narcan Kit. Narcan, the brand name for naloxone, is a life-saving medication used to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose, rapidly restoring normal breathing and consciousness in someone who has overdosed on opioids such as heroin, fentanyl, oxycodone, or morphine.

During the Teen session, students will learn that while they cannot self-carry Narcan in school buildings since it is a medication, Narcan is available in the Nurse’s office if needed.

10/15/25 – Adult Narcan Training | 5:00–6:30 pm | Sign-up link

10/22/25 – Teen (14+) Narcan Training | 4:00–5:30 pm | Sign-up link

2025-26 ATTENDANCE RECOVERY TIMES

Mr. Bowman’s Room #207

Tuesday AM- 7:15-8:10

Wednesday PM- 3:50-4:50

Thursday AM- 7:15-8:10

Friday PM - 3:50-4:50 

or may stay later until 7:30

Ms. Yuracka’s Room #216

Monday AM - 7:15-8:10

Monday PM- 3:50-4:50

Tuesday PM- 3:50-4:50

Wednesday AM - 7:15-8:10

Thursday PM- 3:50-4:50

Morning or afternoon teacher tutorials may count towards a student’s attendance recovery time if they are present for the full tutorial time.

STUDENT LIFE & CLUBS

9th GRADE JKR FIELD TRIP

Hey, 9th-grade students and parents! Your TEXAN Roots field trip to John Knox Ranch is October 15th (A-K) and 16th (L-Z). Permission slips went out via email to your parent/guardian last week, and they are due Tuesday, the 7th. Please make sure your guardian completes the form emailed to them, or pick up a hard copy from the upstairs or downstairs office. Students who do not attend the trip will remain in class and have an alternate assignment to complete. 

Questions about the trip can be directed to Sarah.Myers@wimberleyisd.net 

PAINTED SPOTS AT BRIDGES GYM

Please note that the painted spaces in the Bridges parking lot are reserved for students who have purchased them.

Let’s all do our part to keep parking organized and fair for everyone. Thank you for your cooperation!

US BANDS COMPETITION RESULTS

The Wimberley Texan Band competed on September 27th at the US Bands competition at Hays High School. While the Band did not make finals, they came in 3rd in their conference. Highlights were given to the style of the music, as well as visual accolades towards our feature twirler and techniques from the Band. 

Using the judges responses, the Band is hard at work preparing for the next competition on October 4th, at Pieper High School. The Band will perform at 1:30pm, and will strut their hard work and determination in hopes of a finals bid. See you there!

SPEECH AND DEBATE NEWS

Several members of the Speech & Debate team competed in an asynchronous meet this weekend hosted by Chapel Hill High School.  The following students placed at the meet:

Evelyn Carpenter- Dramatic Interpretation CHAMPION- She has now qualified for TFA State! 

Quinn Jennings & Evelyn Carpenter- Duet Acting CHAMPIONS

Carys Bowling- 3rd Humorous Interpretation

Walker Williams- 4th Program Oral Interpretation

Quinn Jennings- 4th Dramatic Interpretation

We also would like to congratulate the following students who are our newest members of the National Speech & Debate Honor Society:

• Ethan Wright

• Lennox Bisett

• Noah Mulbach

• Nathan Valley

TEXAN CHOIR 

Each fall, over 70,000 Texas high school students begin the All-State audition process. 1,810 are ultimately selected to rehearse and perform during the annual TMEA Clinic/Convention in one of 18 Texas All-State ensembles. Wimberley Texan Choir will audition for TMEA Region Choir on October 4th! 

Our All Choir Fall Concert is Tuesday October 7th at 6:00 PM at the Lone Star Theatre.

FIELDS OF FAITH

FCA will be hosting our annual Fields of Faith on Wednesday, October 22nd @ Texan Stadium @ 7pm!  Music, speakers and worship!  

Save the date!  

WHS LIBRARY LAUNCHES NEW READING INCENTIVE PROGRAM

We’re excited to launch the WHS Reading Challenge! Students can earn prizes and recognition as they reach Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Platinum reading levels throughout the year. Each book they finish earns them a spot on our Library Quote Wall and moves them closer to rewards, including a Platinum certificate that can be added to résumés, college, and scholarship applications.

Please encourage your student to pick up a book and join the challenge!

For questions or details, please have them stop by the WHS Library.

NEW WIMBERLEY GEAR ALERT!

Just in time for chilly nights, cheering on our Texan athletes! Order your WHS Blanket today for only $25. Email Missy Cockerham (melissa.cockerham@wimberleyisd.net) or call 512-847-5729.

SENIOR PHOTO INFORMATION

This year, Wimberley has partnered with CADY: The Premier Photography Studio.  They will be taking cap and gown photos on campus on October 22 and again in December.  Optionally, CADY has two beautiful studios you can choose from, one in San Antonio and one in Cedar Park. 

EITHER WAY -- All seniors NEED TO sign up for their photography session as soon as possible. Note: Seniors should have their photo taken by December 30, 2025, to ensure yearbook and graduation inclusion.

Click Here to Sign Up

• You will need to create an account with CADY. Our school is listed as Wimberley High School.

• You will notice several options for your session, everything from an Elite experience ranging from $199-$399 (includes hair/make-up and off-site locations) to a Simple Session for $29 if you are looking for something basic. They even offer a free yearbook-only option that includes your yearbook pose and cap and gown images. Please scroll ALL THE WAY DOWN to view all options.

• Session fees DO NOT include photos. There are several photo packages to choose from, and payment plans are available.

• If you only want to take cap and gown photos on campus, click through all the in studio options they'll throw at you.

BRAWLFEST AND BBQ

WYSA Boxing Club is hosting WYSA's first Brawlfest and BBQ

Cookoff featuring live music from the Hunter Reed Band at Wimberley VFW on October 4th! Gates open at 1:30pm! 

For more info or to purchase passes, use this link: WYSA Sports Brawlfest 

GAME NIGHT FOR TEENS (AGES 13-16)

On Tuesday, October 7, 2025, from 5:00–6:30 PM, Child First in Dripping Springs is hosting a night of fun, friends, and games! This event is specifically designed for teens diagnosed with ADHD and will feature card & board games, Minute-to-Win-It challenges, pizza, snacks, and refreshments.

Come ready to laugh, play, and connect with other awesome teens in a welcoming and supportive space.

Child First

1005 W US Highway 290, Building C

Dripping Springs, TX 78620

For more info, call 512-894-2000 or visit childfirsttexas.com

TRC SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE

To celebrate the "E - Eachother" day in our TEXAN Week celebration, we'll be collecting school supplies for teachers throughout WISD. It is typical for teachers, especially at the elementary level, to run out of essential supplies before the end of the year, so we hope to support one another by addressing this issue. 

Students can bring donated supplies to their social studies teacher, starting now, through Wednesday, October 15th. The grade level that donates the most school supplies will get to vote on a principal to pie at a pep rally! 

The most commonly requested supplies are:

• Glue sticks

• Dry Erase Markers

• Kleenex

• Clorox Wipes

• Colored Pencils

• Paper Towels

• Ticonderoga Pencils 

STUDENT COUNCIL SPIRIT DRIVE

Please help our Student Council boost school spirit and student morale! Don't have anything to donate? Purchase from this list and have it shipped directly to the school! 

WHS ACADEMIC BOOSTER CLUB MEMBERSHIP 

Parents and guardians -- if you would like to help make a difference in WHS academics and support our educators and staff, become an Academic Booster Club (ABC) member today! Membership cost is $20 per year. 

ABC MEMBERSHIP FORM

For more information, please send an email to abcwimberley@gmail.com