Paris Junior College Spring Classes Slated for Tuesday Start
Weather may be a complication
January 12, 2024 – Weather in northeast Texas can pose challenges to scheduled events – such as the beginning of the spring semester at Paris Junior college on Tuesday, January 16.
The College will get the word out about delayed openings or closures in several ways: www.parisjc.edu, PJC social media, notice to local media outlets, and students and employees may sign up for Dragon Alerts.
“We will probably make a decision Monday evening about possible closure or late opening,” said Dr. Jerry King, PJC interim president. “We know many students have to travel a distance and we want to be sure they can do it safely.”
Spring registration is continuing, and the College is staying open Tuesday through Thursday until 6 p.m. next week to help students get the classes they need. The process may be speeded up by applying online at www.parisjc.edu/apply. Registration questions may be answered at [email protected] or by calling 903-782-0425 in Paris, 903-454-9333 in Greenville, or 903-885-1232 in Sulphur Springs.
Paris Junior College — located in Paris, Texas, about 100 miles northeast of Dallas — has been a part of the Lamar County community since 1924.
Paris Junior College offers Associate in Arts, Associate in Science and Associate in Applied Science degrees, as well as Certificates of Proficiency in technical/workforce fields. The college has expanded its academic curriculum through the years to encourage associate degree and university transfer candidates. Since establishing its first vocational program — jewelry and watchmaking in 1942 — the college has been aggressive in adding technical/workforce programs that will benefit students entering the workforce.
The campus of 54 tree-shaded acres includes 20 major buildings and residence halls and provides students a unique and pleasant environment for learning.
Paris Junior College also operates centers in Sulphur Springs, Texas, and in Greenville, Texas.
Vision
To be the educational provider of choice for the region.
Mission
Paris Junior College is a comprehensive community college serving the region’s educational and training needs while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of our diverse community.
Cancellation of Jury Summons for January 16th
January 11, 2024 – If you were summoned to appear on Tuesday, January 16th at 9:00 a.m. to appear at the Hopkins County Courthouse 2nd floor district courtroom, your jury duty has been cancelled.
Trustees Honored During School Board Recognition Month
January 11, 2024 – January is School Board Recognition Month, and Sulphur Springs ISD is celebrating the Trustees for their commitment to teachers and staff.
The theme of this year’s School Board Recognition Month is Locally Elected, Community Connected, which highlights the connection between school board trustees and their communities. If you know much about our trustees, you know that this year’s theme describes them correctly.
In the past few months, the SSISD Board of Trustees has guided the district in selecting a new superintendent, applying for grants to help purchase the first five air conditioned buses the district has ever had, received a perfect Financial Management Report score for the 13th year in a row with the help of Sherry McGraw and the SSISD business office, and so much more.
“Thank you for your heart, your service, and your time. I believe that the most powerful and profound gift that any of us have to offer is the gift of time. Thank you for your time,” Dr. Deana Steeber said in appreciation of the SSISD School Board Members.
Trustees serve three-year terms with elections held annually in May. The Board elects a president, vice president and secretary following the May elections, to serve a one-year term. They meet each month at the Sulphur Springs ISD Administration Building, 631 Connally Street.
Chaney and Craig Johnson Sponsor the 18th Annual Gala
Chaney and Craig Johnson:
January 11, 2024 – Our sincerest appreciation goes to Chaney and Craig Johnson for their ongoing support of the Foundation! Shown here in recognition of the Johnson’s sponsorship of the 18th annual Hopkins County Health Care Foundation are left to right, Gala Chair John Sellers, Gala Chair Kim Sellers, Chaney Johnson, and Craig Johnson.
Visit LOLGala2024.givesmart.com to view live and silent auction items.
The Market on Main Sponsors the 18th Annual Gala
The Market on Main:
January 11, 2024 – Support for the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation runs in the family! Hopkins County Health Care Gala Chairs John and Kim Sellers (left) are joined by niece and nephew Katy and Sergio Ramirez and their daughter in recognition of the Ramirez’s The Market on Main sponsorship of the Gala to be held on January 27, 2024.
100 for $100 tickets are still available at LOLGala2024.GiveSmart.com!
Sunny Springs Nursing & Rehab Sponsors the 18th Annual Gala
Sunny Springs Nursing & Rehab:
Sunny Springs Nursing & Rehab will again be sponsoring the 18th Annual Gala hosted by the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation on January 27! Photographed here are representatives of Sunny Springs and the Gala: (l-r) Shane George, Becky Vargas, Kristina Watkins, LaShonda Brown, Gala Chair Kim Sellers, Stephanie Perry, Ki’anna White, Tina Cox, Tina Fenimore, and Gala Chair John Sellers.
To keep up with all the latest Gala news, follow the Hopkins County Health Care Foundation on Facebook and Instagram.
Carriage House Manor Sponsors the 18th Annual Gala
Carriage House Manor:
January 11, 2024 – Thank you to our friends at Carriage House Manor for sponsoring the 18th annual Gala! Arvis and Sheila Tanton (back center) are joined by their daughters, Sharla Campbell (left) and Shandra Dunn (second from left), and grandchildren for a check
presentation to Gala Chairs Kim and John Sellers (right).
Visit LOLGala2024.GiveSmart.com for more information.
Hospital District/EMS Sponsor the 18th annual Gala
Hospital District/EMS:
January 11, 2024 – A huge shout out to the Hopkins County Hospital District/EMS for sponsoring the 18th annual Gala! The District is one of the Foundation’s partners in support of great local healthcare.
Joining Gala Chairs Kim Sellers (left) and John Sellers (right) are Angie Waller, Laura Ballard, Brent Smith, and Staci Holley.
To bid on Gala silent auction items go to LOLGala2024.GiveSmart.com
Saltillo ISD Homecoming Court for 2023-2024 Announced
This is the Saltillo ISD Homecoming Court for 2023-2024: Front Row L to R: Kenzi Pipkin – Freshman Duchess, Jamie Alvarez – Sophomore Duchess, and Jordan Cartwright – Junior Duchess; Senior Homecoming candidates Standing L to R: Reece Vowels, Katelyn Cline, Ryleigh Redar, Harley Perez, Maysen Pipkin And Gabby Ross. Activities Friday, January 12th – PepRally led by the senior class at 9:45 in the gym.
The games will start at 5:30 pm and we will honor the class of 2004, 1964 & 1954. The coronation of the new homecoming queen will follow the Varsity Boys game around 7:30.
SSHS Students Named to the Texas All-State Band
Caroline Prickette was recently named to the Texas All-State Band on clarinet. She along with 13 other Wildcat Band members qualified and competed at the Area level on Saturday, Jan 6 at Chapel Hill High School in Tyler. The top students from six regions came together for auditions to be considered for the Texas All-State Band. Our Area (Area C) stretches from Northeast Texas down through the Beaumont and Houston areas. “The best musicians from these parts of the State are some of the best anywhere around. Our record number of Area qualifiers this year was so exciting.” Spencer Emmert, head director.
“Along with Caroline’s State qualification, we had several other students just a few places away from All-State this year. Almost all of these students are under classmen, so the future is certainly bright for the Wildcat Band and potential All-State qualifiers.” Caroline will travel to San Antonio for a week in February to participate in the All-State clinic and concert and perform under the direction of Dr. Michael Galemo, head band director at Iowa State University. The experience will culminate in a concert on Saturday, February 10 in the Lila Cockrill Auditorium at 9am in San Antonio.
Earlier in the semester two of our Wildcat Jazz Band members were named to the Texas All-State Jazz Band as well. This is the first time in school history that Sulphur Springs has had an All-State Jazz student. “With it never happening before, having two Jazz All-Staters is incredible. It is a testament of how talented and hard-working these students are.”
Mika Petty placed first in the State in class 4A through 1A on jazz alto saxophone and Levi Caton placed fourth in the state on trumpet.
This is the second year Levi has qualified for the All-State Band tying a school record as well.
Along with Caroline, Mika and Levi will also travel in February to San Antonio for the All-State clinic and concert. They will be under the direction of Noe Marmolejo, director of Jazz Studies at the University of Houston Moore’s School of Music. Their All-State concert will be on Saturday, Feb 10 at 1:00 pm in the Stars at Night Ballroom inside the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio.
