
The Greyhound Marching Band competes in the Gregory-Portland Tournament of Bands this Saturday at 12:15 PM! Here is the contest schedule for the day.
Save time and skip the lines. Tickets are $8 and can be purchased at
https://gpwildcatbandboosters.ludus.com
Go Greyhound Band! #TPND

Photos from last night's Greyhound 34-18 victory over Skidmore-Tynan! Greyhounds have a BYE next week and then host Refugio on October 9th! Go Hounds Go! #TPND
Photos from Friday night's performance of "Dreams and Nightmares" by the Greyhound Band at halftime at the Skidmore-Tynan game! #TPND
Free College Application Week is a statewide initiative that helps Texas residents apply to public colleges at no cost.
Created by Senate Bill 2231 during the 89th Texas Legislative Session, all public colleges and universities in Texas are required to waive admission application fees for Texas residents who apply through ApplyTexas to undergraduate programs.
All Texas residents applying for undergraduate admission at Texas public institutions through ApplyTexas may participate.
This includes first-time college students and transfer students.
Applications must be submitted through ApplyTexas by 11:59 p.m. CDT on the last day of Free College Application Week to qualify. Applications that are started but not submitted before Free College Application Week ends are not be eligible.
For more information, go to https://www.highered.texas.gov/free-college-application-week/
Created by Senate Bill 2231 during the 89th Texas Legislative Session, all public colleges and universities in Texas are required to waive admission application fees for Texas residents who apply through ApplyTexas to undergraduate programs.
All Texas residents applying for undergraduate admission at Texas public institutions through ApplyTexas may participate.
This includes first-time college students and transfer students.
Applications must be submitted through ApplyTexas by 11:59 p.m. CDT on the last day of Free College Application Week to qualify. Applications that are started but not submitted before Free College Application Week ends are not be eligible.
For more information, go to https://www.highered.texas.gov/free-college-application-week/

Lady Greyhound volleyball team loses a district match to Freer Lady Buckaroos in hard fought five sets. Their next district match will be on the road on Tuesday against Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco. Go Lady Hounds! #TPND
The Taft Greyhound Band performed the first two movements of their contest show, "Dreams & Nightmares," at halftime on Friday night. Here are some photos of their performance. #TPND
Here are some photos from last night's Greyhound victory over Freer in their first district game of the season! Go Hounds Go! #TPND
At halftime of Friday night's game vs Freer, each campus recognized our Student Spotlights of the week! Congratulations to our students from Woodroe Petty Elementary, Ricardo L. Trevino Jr. High and Taft High School for the leadership, character and achievement they display each day! We're proud of you! #TPND



Reminder that Taft ISD students will not have school on Friday, September 18th, due to a scheduled Staff Development Day on the academic calendar. Classes will resume at normal times on Monday, September 21st. #TPND

Taft ISD Food Pantry Open Today, Wednesday, Sept. 9th from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Picture Day is coming to Taft High School!
Date: September 15
- Bring your best smile!
- Scan the QR code to order your pictures.
#WeAreTaft #PictureDay
Date: September 15
- Bring your best smile!
- Scan the QR code to order your pictures.
#WeAreTaft #PictureDay



Reminder that Taft ISD will not have school on Monday, Sept. 7th, in honor of Labor Day. Classes resume onTuesday, Sept. 8th at regular times.

BLACKOUT GAME DAY!
Greyhounds, itās time to show your school spirit! Wear BLACK on game day and help us BLACK OUT the stands! Bring the energy, cheer loud, and support our Greyhounds!
Wear BLACK
Be LOUD
Show your GREYHOUND PRIDE
Letās pack the stands and show everyone what Greyhound spirit looks like!
#BlackoutGame #GreyhoundPride #GoGreyhounds
Greyhounds, itās time to show your school spirit! Wear BLACK on game day and help us BLACK OUT the stands! Bring the energy, cheer loud, and support our Greyhounds!
Wear BLACK
Be LOUD
Show your GREYHOUND PRIDE
Letās pack the stands and show everyone what Greyhound spirit looks like!
#BlackoutGame #GreyhoundPride #GoGreyhounds

Blood Drive on Campus ā August 31st from 2:00 pm -4:00 pm
The Blood Mobile will be on campus Monday, August 31st. This is a great chance to give back and help save lives in our community.
Seniors: Donating is also a way to work toward earning your red cord! Youāll need 3 donations, or 5 people can donate on your behalf.
For more information or to sign up, see Mr. Bosquez in Room 24.
Letās show up, Greyhoundsāevery donation makes a difference!
The Blood Mobile will be on campus Monday, August 31st. This is a great chance to give back and help save lives in our community.
Seniors: Donating is also a way to work toward earning your red cord! Youāll need 3 donations, or 5 people can donate on your behalf.
For more information or to sign up, see Mr. Bosquez in Room 24.
Letās show up, Greyhoundsāevery donation makes a difference!

Mark your calendars students! Letās show some spirit for our Greyhounds this season!

Taft ISD Bond Update--August 21, 2026
Construction continues at the new high school campus with rooms beginning to take shape in the classroom areas closest to the gym. This is the first update that includes interior images of the new high school campus. Walls on the auditorium are nearly complete and the roofing system should be added soon. #TPND
Construction continues at the new high school campus with rooms beginning to take shape in the classroom areas closest to the gym. This is the first update that includes interior images of the new high school campus. Walls on the auditorium are nearly complete and the roofing system should be added soon. #TPND





Taft ISD Bond Update - August 14, 2026
At the new high school site, auditorium walls continue to rise, roof work continues over classroom spaces, and the gym exterior has been painted. Once spaces are completely enclosed, interior work will take off.
The tennis court foundations have been prepped and poured. Work continues on the inside of the concession stand at the baseball/softball field. #TPND
At the new high school site, auditorium walls continue to rise, roof work continues over classroom spaces, and the gym exterior has been painted. Once spaces are completely enclosed, interior work will take off.
The tennis court foundations have been prepped and poured. Work continues on the inside of the concession stand at the baseball/softball field. #TPND
2025-2026 School Accountability Ratings were released today. Taft ISD is celebrating our students & staff for the academic growth across the district! #TPND #AssembleForExcellence

Don't forget Meet the Teacher is tomorrow!

Friendly Reminder, Seniors!
