Local Priest Featured in S.A. Express News Story

Father Sebastian Vettath, a Catholic priest from India now serving the congregation at Skidmore's Immaculate Conception Church, is featured in a San Antonio Express News story "Culture shock for foreign priests."

Put Your Bobcat Pride on Display

The Skidmore-Tynan School District will be selling S-T decals for your car window or bumper. Purchase 1 set for $3.00 or 2 for $5.00 at the weight room, campus offices, or administrative offices.

Skidmore Home to Record Highway Drug Bust

The Victoria Advocate reports last year's 6-ton marijuana seizure near Skimore was the all time single-seizure record for the Department of Public Safety. More...

Heart Attack Results in Fatal Accident

The Victoria Advocate reports Friday's death of a Portland man in a one-vehicle accident two miles south of Skidmore was the result of a heart attack.

Pick up the June Issue of Skidmore Signal

We were a bit late publishing this month, but the June 15 issue of the Skidmore Signal is now available for purchase at HEB, Chisholm Trail Cafe, Dalia's Cafe, Papa's Market, Kwik Pantry, and other area businesses.

School Board Approves New Junior High Principal

In their Monday, June 13th meeting, S-T ISD Trustees approved the hiring of Lawrence Carranco as the new Junior High Principal. Mr. Carranco previously served as Assistant Principal at Beeville's Moreno Junior High.

Torres Resigns From School Board

S-T ISD Trustee David Torres surprised attendees of the Monday, June 13, Board Meeting by announcing his resignation. Mr. Torres offered no explanation during the meeting but later stated that the decision had been a difficult one, and was made with consultation and support from his family. The school board will discuss finding a replacement for Mr. Torres at its July 26th meeting.

All Things Considered, Show Your Support for NPR and PBS!

A House committee slashed half of the federal funding for NPR and PBS, specifically targeting popular children's shows like "Sesame Street" and "Postcards from Buster." These cuts will decimate local stations and undermine quality news reporting. The House will vote on massive cuts to NPR and PBS as soon as Tuesday, June 21st. Texas Representative Ruben Hinojosa is against these cuts. Help keep NPR and PBS alive by supporting Representative Hinojosa (Phone: 202-225-2531) in his efforts to restore funding to these important programs.

June S-T ISD Trustee Meeting Agenda Revised

Action items #8 and #9 of the previously posted agenda for the Monday, June 13th, 2005 meeting of the S-T ISD Trustees have been amended as follows:

• Discussion and possible action to modify the 2005-06 supplemental duty pay schedule (Item requested by Mr. Rick Olivares)

• Consideration and possible action to amend the Skidmore-Tynan ISD Board of Trustees operating procedures. (Item requested by Mr. Rick Olivares)

S-THS ‘55 Class Observes 50th Reunion

Back Row: Robert "Bobby" Pickens, Lado Muhlstein, Alton Dieringer, and William "Bill" Jancha. Front Row: Rosilyn Range Thomas, and Jessie May Harris Wallek

More than half of the students from the S-T HS class of 1955 attended their 50th class reunion. Of course, there were only 11 students in the graduating class that year. Even so, that's a pretty good turnout. The six classmates gathered in the Breakfast Room of the Best Western motel in Beeville on Saturday, May 28, 2005. After leaving the Best Western, the class adjourned to a local Dairy Queen for lunch and more reminiscing. Class members and their guests enjoyed dinner Saturday night in the Bird Room at Shorty’s Lodge before returning to the motel for more visiting and remembering the last 50 years.

Support Your Local Fire Department - Eat More Barbecue!

The Skidmore Volunteer Fire Department is cooking up brisket and sausage with all the trimmings in its annual spring BBQ fundraiser. Drop by the Skidmore Fire Station Sunday, June 12, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to pick up a plate or two or three (just $6). Mrs. Hartman reports the Fire Station's new AC unit will keep everyone cool whatever the temperature outdoors, and you can bet it will be hot! All proceeds from the sale benefit the Volunteer Fire Department. (Don't forget to stop by the Baptist Church Youth Auction afterwards!)

Water Board Meeting Moved to June 7

The Skidmore Water Supply Corporation will meet Tuesday, June 7th instead of Tuesday, June 14 as originally scheduled. The meeting will take place at 2:30 p.m. at the Skidmore Fire Station at 4th & Refugio.

School Board to Consider Approval of New JH Principal - Recognize UIL Band Solo & Ensemble

School Trustees will be joined by Skidmore-Tynan State UIL Band participants in their next meeting. Receiving special recognition are saxophone soloist John Salinas, and ensemble members Nick Gentry, Victoria Lopez, Zach Petrus, and John Salinas.

Action items on the meeting agenda include:
• Consideration and possible approval of recommendation for Junior High Principal.
• Consideration and possible approval of personnel recommendations.
• Discussion and possible action to reduce the 2005-06 stipend for cheerleading sponsor(s) (Item requested by Mr. Rick Olivares).
• Consideration and possible action to amend the Skidmore-Tynan ISD Board of Trustees Operating Procedures: Limiting the distribution of Board agenda booklets (Item requested by Mr. Rick Olivares).

The meeting is scheduled for 6:00 p.m., Monday, June 13th, 2005

S-T ISD Seeks Junior High Math Teacher

Skidmore-Tynan ISD is now accepting applications for the following position for the 2005-2006 school year:

7th/8th Grade Math Teacher
Appropriate Teaching Certification Required
$2,000 Additional Math Stipend

Applications may be obtained by contacting our Administrative office at 224 W Main, Skidmore TX, or by calling 361.287.3426, extension 200. Applications for employment may be downloaded from the District website at www.stisd.esc2.net.