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Friday, January 9, 2026
UPCOMING DATES
UPCOMING DATES
1/19 - No School - MLK Day of Service
1/20 - Last Senior Photo Day (see info below)
1/28-29 - Juniors at JKR - (Parents/Guardians of Juniors check your email for permission slip)
MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL WILKES
MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL WILKES
The first week of the second semester, and we are looking forward to a fantastic year in 2026. If you are a parent of a senior, it will go by fast, so don't blink! Basketball and Soccer seasons are well underway. Speech and Debate is on the road this weekend to an invitation in Waco. Cheer is preparing for the UIL State Spirit Competition in Dallas next week. They will have a show-out next Wednesday at 6:30 in Texan Gym if you want to see their routine and encourage them.
It won't be long before students begin registering for next year's classes. Several important dates regarding the SAT, ACT, and TSI will be announced by the counseling office, so please stay tuned for that information. Each week will bring something new, and I urge you not to procrastinate. Stay on top of your academics by attending tutorials, submitting your work on time, and communicating with your teachers. It's also crucial to enjoy the moment and not take it for granted, especially for seniors and their parents.
Lastly, Monday, the 19th, is Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and we typically observe this day with a community service project where our various student organizations come together for a district-wide campus clean-up.
Go Texans!
Ryan Wilkes
Wimberley HS, Principal
CAMPUS NEWS
CAMPUS NEWS
STUDENT LIFE & CLUBS
LAST DAY FOR SENIOR YEARBOOK PHOTOS - 1/20
January 20 will be the LAST DAY Seniors will have their yearbook photos taken to WHS. If you are a senior and have not taken your photo yet, you MUST SIGN UP using this link.
If you are having trouble with the link, please go to see or email Ms. Amber in room 306. (amber.wakempoole@wimberleyisd.net)
LAST CHANCE FOR SENIOR ADS!
This is the final opportunity to celebrate your senior in the 2026 Wimberley High School Yearbook! Senior ad sales close February 10, 2026, so don’t miss your chance to recognize your student with a personalized message they’ll treasure forever. All ads are created and purchased online through Jostens—simply choose a size, upload photos and text, and check out. Proceeds help support the WHS yearbook program and keep costs affordable for students.
INCORRECT UNDERCLASSMAN ORDERS - SCHOOL PHOTOS
We’re sorry to hear that you may have received another student’s order. If your order was mixed up, we’re here to help make it right as quickly as possible.
To get a replacement order created, please contact our Customer Experience Team by calling 678-534-5384 or by visiting https://cadystudios.zendesk.com/hc/en-us (https://cadystudios.zendesk.com/hc/en-us). A team member will assist you with next steps and ensure your correct order is on the way.
Thank you for your patience, and we appreciate the opportunity to resolve this for you.
ATHLETIC ORDERS
This issue has been fixed. Parents should now see both photos on student profiles for purchase.
AMP MENTORSHIP PROGRAM
What’s next after high school? AMP helps students envision and achieve their post-graduation goals, including college, trades, careers, and more.
Who: All 10th–12th graders (with a special focus on first-generation and undecided students)
When/Where: Tuesdays, Wednesday, & Thursdays during Texan Time in the library computer lab
What You'll Do:
Career exploration and goal-setting
College & trade school guidance
FAFSA/TAFSA, financial aid, and scholarships
Help with applications and next-step planning
Why AMP? Personalized, free support from trained Wimberley community educators (Brilliant Pathways curriculum) to uncover strengths, explore options, and make confident decisions.
Scholarship boost: Regular AMP participation gives students priority consideration for Amigos scholarships in the spring.
Parent Info Sheet (click here)
Hoja de información para padres (haga clic aquí)
WAYS TO HELP
NEED COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS OR WANT TO START VOLUNTEERING?
The Science Mill in Johnson City is looking for student volunteers for several upcoming museum events! These volunteer days offer a great way for students to earn service hours, gain experience working with families, and support STEM learning in our community.
A flyer with all volunteer dates is available below. Students involved in science classes, National Honor Society, or any service-oriented groups are especially encouraged to participate.
If your student is interested, please have them check out the flyer (or watch this video) for more details. This is a wonderful opportunity to get involved and make a positive impact!
COUNSELORS CORNER
COUNSELORS CORNER
TSI SPRING SIGN-UP 2026
Please fill out the form LINKED HERE to sign-up to take the TSI. You will receive an email from Mrs.Vannoy prior to the test to confirm and give you the details. There are only 40 seats for each test day. You will be notified if the date is full and you need to reschedule.
The TSI will be given at WHS during school hours. Students are responsible for all work missed from classes. Students need to communicate ahead of time with their teacher to get their work.
Students will receive an email from Mrs.Vannoy confirming test day a day or two before the scheduled testing date.
AUSTIN YOUTH CAREER FEST: REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED
Who:
Students grades 8–12, chaperones, and career/university vendors.
18+ may attend independently
Under 18 need parent permission or a chaperone
When: January 28, 2026 • 9am–12pm
Where: Palmer Events Center, Austin, TX
What: Explore careers, youth jobs, resources, and meet college reps: over 200 vendors and 3,000+ attendees.
Last year’s vendors: click here
2026 vendors will be announced soon
Dressing in business casual is recommended. Examples here.
FASFA APPLICATIONS
SENIORS! FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is open for post-secondary education in 2026-27. The sooner you fill it out the better - the money runs out!!
Here are some helpful resources to help with the process:
1 - The FAFSA link.
SCHOLARSHIPS
TEXAS LEADERSHIP SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The Texas Leadership Scholars (TLS) Program (TLS) offers a 4-year renewable scholarship (capped at cost of attendance and need) plus leadership development, mentoring, undergraduate research, and study abroad opportunities at 31 partner universities.
Student applications will be accepted October 1, 2025 – February 17, 2026.
Each application requires a high school staff recommendation. Students enter the staff member’s name and email, and that person receives the recommendation link immediately after the student submits their application.
GUADALUPE-BLANCO RIVER AUTHORITY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM - OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS
The Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority Scholarship Program is now open to accept applications for the 2025-2026 school year.
Scholarship recipients will be awarded up to $2,500 and can be used at any four-year and two-year university, community college, technical or trade school. The application has been updated with a new prompt and like last year, students are asked to submit their resume and cover letter. Please emphasize to students that they take time to research the prompt and write a well thought out essay with citations.
More information and student application: gbra.org/education/scholarship/
The deadline to submit an application and documents is January 31, 2026.
NROTC SCHOLARSHIP
TACS SCHOLARSHIPS
Every year, the Texas Association of Community Schools (TACS) awards multiple scholarships to students. Click here to view the different scholarships. To apply for a scholarship, please send a completed application to TACS by 11:59 PM on March 1st, 2026.
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