
🏴☠️ HOIST THE COLORS, PIRATES! 🏴☠️
This Friday, November 22nd, the 2024 Pine Tree Football Team takes on Stafford in a game that could cement their place in history as the winningest football team Pine Tree has ever seen.
We’re calling on ALL PIRATES — past, present, and future — to show your pride and post your pictures with flags, banners, and Pirate gear! Let’s paint social media in blue and gold and let our team feel the love.
Tag @PTISDPirates and @PineTreeAthletics and use the hashtag #HoistTheColors to rally the Pirate spirit! 🏴☠️⚓
Let’s show up, show out, and MAKE HISTORY! 💙💛 Go Pirates!



A friendly reminder that there will be no school on Monday, November 25th through Friday, November 29th. All campuses and offices at Pine Tree ISD will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. Classes will resume on Monday, December 2nd.


🏀 It’s time to cheer loud and proud for our Boys Basketball and Lady Pirate Basketball teams as they take the court this season! Check out their schedules below and mark your calendars.
Let’s pack the stands and show our Pirate pride at every game. Go Pirates!



Congratulations to the following choir members for advancing to the Area Choir audition:
Sop 1
Abby Neff - 1st chair
Emma Beekman- 5th chair
Sop 2
Alexis Hernandez- 1st chair
Mia Cervantes- 5th chair
Alto 1
Bailey Dehart- 4th chair
Autumn Hunter- 5th chair
Alto 2
Haiden Hailey- 3rd chair
Tenor 1
Cohen Minor- 1st chair
Tenor 2
Josiah Washington- 1st chair
Keegan Felker- 3rd chair
Bass 1
Fernando Hernandez- 2nd chair
They will compete for a spot in the prestigious Texas All State Choir on January 11th @ Baylor University.
Congratulations, Pirates!!



PTHS Economics Design Contest: We Need Your Vote!
PTHS students in Coach Sears' Economics with Emphasis on the Free Enterprise System and Its Benefits were challenged to create designs for a shirt or hat. Each class period presented their ideas to a panel of judges, and now we have one winning design from each class!
Now, it’s your turn to make the final call! Click the Google Form link below to vote for your favorite design. The overall winning design will be featured on a shirt or hat and sold at Pirate Outfitters!
Voting ends Friday, November 22nd at noon.
Vote Here: https://forms.gle/rEBZ5PkGskLzbnPT7
Janiah Ryan and Brandon Spaulding - All Sports Shirt
Carlos Lopez - Pirate Hat
Julian Ramirez and Cameron Bass - Pirate with Fire Shirt
Lauren Nichols and Mikael Gonzalez - Soccer Hat
Diamonique Francis and Jackelin Palomares - PT Band Shirt






🏴☠️🚨🚨Playoff Alert! 🚨🚨🏴☠️
The Pine Tree Pirates continue their quest in the UIL State Playoffs!
Ranked No. 7, the Pirates are gearing up for an epic battle against the Stafford Spartans. Let’s fill the stands, bring the energy, and show our Pirate pride as we rally behind our team in this pivotal matchup.
📍 Where? Bruce Field
🗺️ Address: 480 Royal Street, Athens, TX
⏰ Kickoff: 7:30 PM
🎟️ All tickets will be sold at the gate (cash or card accepted) $10/adults; $8/students
Pirates are the visiting team
Let’s get loud, Pirate fans—our team needs you!
Go Pirates! 🏴☠️


🏴☠️GAMEDAY ALERT 🏴☠️
Round 1 of the UIL State Playoffs is here!
The No. 7 ranked Pirates are set for an epic showdown against the Bridge City Cardinals. Let’s pack the stands and bring the noise as we support our team in this crucial matchup! It's time to show what Pirate pride is all about. Let's make this the loudest crowd yet!
📍 Where? Pirate Stadium
🗺️ Address: 3737 W Loop 281, Longview, TX 75604
⏰ Kickoff: 7:30 PM
🎟️ Tickets: www.pinetreeathletics.com/tickets.html
Let’s bring the energy and make this a night to remember! If you can’t make it in person, tune in live on the Pine Tree Live Network on YouTube.
📺 WATCH LIVE!
https://www.youtube.com/live/6GTb3ozmx2M?si=rBZCfTHfNAHQDdZI
Go Pirates!

Playoff shirts are ready! They will be available for pick up at the high school football field house starting at 4:00 pm today, Thursday, November 14th. If you have not paid, please bring payment to pick up.


The UIL State Playoffs are here, and our Pine Tree Pirates are ready to take the field for Round 1 at Pirate Stadium!
The No. 7 ranked Pirates are set for an epic showdown against the Bridge City Cardinals. Let’s pack the stands and bring the noise as we support our team in this crucial matchup! It's time to show what Pirate pride is all about. Can't make the game? Follow along for live updates, highlights, and all the excitement. Catch every moment here or on YouTube:
www.youtube.com/live/6GTb3ozmx2M?si=WQiHKfGVoOWS-_UZ
Go Pirates! 🏴☠️


Festival de la Herencia Hispana de PTISD
PTISD Hispanic Heritage Festival
https://youtu.be/wYIHXtYBvM4

Reminder! Pine Tree ISD will be closed on Monday, November 11th for a student and staff holiday. All campuses and offices will be closed. Enjoy the long weekend, and we’ll see everyone back on Tuesday!


🏈 Pine Tree Football Playoff Shirt Order🏈
Get ready to cheer on our Pine Tree Pirates in style with this special edition playoff shirt!
Details:
Shirt Style: Charcoal Grey Gildan Soft Style Tee – Long Sleeve
Cost: $20 (Cash or check made out to "Pine Tree Football Booster Club")
How to Order: Fill out the Google form link below. ADULT SIZES ONLY.
Payment Instructions:
Bring your cash or check payment to the Pine Tree High School front office. Note: There will be no campus-wide cash collection or delivery.
Pick-Up Info:
Shirts will be available ONLY at the High School Football Field House. We’ll post updates when shirts are ready for pickup!
Order Deadline: Thursday, November 7th by 4:00 PM
Front design on the shirt, with all coaches' and players' names listed on the back.
https://forms.gle/AirSEmk8CsvmQkGf7
For questions contact Emily Bachman at ebachman@ptisd.org


🏴☠️ GAMEDAY ALERT + SENIOR NIGHT 🏴☠️
Our No. 7 state-ranked 4A Division 1 Pirates are ready to dominate the field and show the Lindale Eagles what Pirate Pride is all about! Let’s pack Pirate Stadium and honor our seniors with the loudest crowd yet!
📍 Where? Pirate Stadium
🗺️ Address: 3737 W Loop 281, Longview, TX 75604
⏰ Kickoff: 7:30 PM
Let’s bring the energy and make this a night to remember! If you can’t make it in person, tune in live on the Pine Tree Live Network on YouTube.
📺 WATCH LIVE!
https://www.youtube.com/live/upIcKlccEnk?si=r0VOocdQL4mMKpyX
Go Pirates!


October is Principal Appreciation Month, and we couldn’t let it pass without a HUGE thank you to our incredible principals here at Pine Tree ISD! Our PT Principals lead with heart, vision, and an unwavering commitment to our students, staff, and community. They are dedicated to creating a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment for all of our Pirates. Let's show our gratitude for their hard work, compassion, and commitment to excellence!
#PrincipalAppreciationMonth #ThankAPrincipal #PirateProud #PineTreeISD



🏀 Pine Tree Youth Basketball League Signups are Open! 🏀
Pine Tree Youth Basketball League signups are open now through November 14th! Follow the link to register.
Details:
Who? Pine Tree boys and girls in grades 3rd-6th
Cost? $40 (includes a jersey!)
Important Dates:
Sign-up deadline: November 14th
Coaches Meeting: November 21st
Practices Begin: First week of December
Games: Every Saturday morning from January 11th to March 1st
📩 Questions? Email Coach Rodgers at BRodgers@ptisd.org or Coach Goss at CGoss@ptisd.org.


🎉 You're invited to the 3rd Annual PTISD Hispanic Heritage Festival! 🎉
Join us on Saturday, November 16th, from 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM at Pirate Stadium for a celebration of culture, community, and creativity!
🌮 Highlights include:
Tamale & Salsa Competitions
Student Performances
Displays of Student Artwork
Photo Booth & Door Prizes
Tastes of Traditional Hispanic Cuisine
Bring your friends and family to enjoy an evening filled with food, festivities, and fun! Don’t miss out on celebrating the vibrant heritage and traditions that make our community so unique.





🏴☠️ GAMEDAY ALERT 🏴☠️
Our No. 9 state-ranked 4A Division 1 Pirates are hitting the road to Tyler, TX, ready to take on the Bulldogs in an epic showdown! Let’s pack Bulldog Stadium with that Pirate Pride and show our support!
📍 Location: Bulldog Stadium
🗺️ Address: 13172 State Hwy 64, Tyler, TX 75707
⏰ Kickoff: 7:30 PM
Bring the energy! Let’s rally behind our Pirates and cheer them on to victory! If you can’t be there in person? catch all the action live on the Pine Tree Live Network on YouTube.
📺 WATCH LIVE!
https://www.youtube.com/live/7yKP3KkjeRE?si=ZAPP6woN0RoUZWlT


🎃 Pine Tree Fall Fest 🎃
📅 Saturday, October 26th | ⏰ 3 PM - 6 PM | 📍 Pirate Stadium
Get ready for an afternoon full of fun for all ages! Show off your best costume in our parade, enjoy FREE hotdogs, and explore over 50 exciting booths packed with games and activities!
🎟️ Tickets at Fall Fest are 25¢ each or a bundle of 20 tickets for $5. Tickets can be purchased with cash only. Don’t miss out on the fun! See you there! 👻


🏴☠️🚨🏈 Live Announcement! 🏈🚨🏴☠️
The Pirates face off against the Chapel Hill Bulldogs tonight, October 25th at 7:30 PM at Bulldog Stadium in Tyler, TX! Be ready for an action-packed night and follow along for live updates, highlights, and all the excitement.
Catch every moment here or on YouTube:
YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/live/7yKP3KkjeRE?si=hdcRkm-YWcSo33XR


Congratulations to two Pine Tree High School students for receiving a $500 BigFuture Scholarship this school year! BigFuture® awards hundreds of $500 scholarships and at least two $40,000 scholarships each month to students who take steps toward their career and education after high school. Angela Deel and Viktoria Roudkovski were entered into the scholarship for taking steps to get ready for life after high school. Congratulations, ladies!
