Update on Internet outage - the services appear to be back up. If anything changes, updates will be sent out.
4-23-2025 - Please be aware that Brightspeed's fiber Internet service is currently down for the area. This is affecting Overton ISD's Internet and phone service., which are currently offline.
Mustangs came back from an 11-3 deficit - scoring 9 runs in the top of the 7th inning to overtake Beckville 12-11. Landon Hill closed it out on the mound to complete the sweep of the two-game series. GO MUSTANGS!!!
Huge Shout Out to our Mustang Band!!!
Today they received a 1 in concert performance and a 1 in sight reading to go with their trip to State for Marching - making them back-to-back State Sweepstakes Winners! Congrats to Mr & Mrs Parker and The Mustang Band!!!
All Overton ISD offices will be closed, and no classes are scheduled beginning Friday, March 7th through Sunday, March 16th for Spring Break. Classes and regular office hours will resume on Monday, March 17th. Have a fantastic Spring Break.
Parents and community members:
The tornado warning for Overton ISD has expired; the all clear message has gone out; students and staff are returning to their normal school day.
Overton ISD is currently under a tornado warning for our area. All students and staff have moved to their designated areas and are sheltering in place until the "all clear " is announced.
Reminder: CTE OPEN HOUSE & SHOWCASE - TONIGHT
From 5:30pm to 7:30pm, come see what's happening at the Northeast Texas Career and Technology Education (NETCTE) Center. The NETCTE is a joint venture with Kilgore College that offers in-person, dual-credit academic and technical education classes to students from Overton ISD, Arp ISD, West Rusk Consolidated ISD, Carlisle ISD and Leverett's Chapel ISD.
It's located just south of the Overton Dairy Queen at 1300 FM 2089, Overton, TX 75684.
The Kilgore College "Road Show" will be on site with a few prizes, snacks and give-aways. Administrators, instructors and students will be available to answer questions and provide details and demonstrations of the fantastic opportunities available.
We Hope to See You There!
Overton ISD is currently recruiting for custodial staff talent. Our Custodians contribute to the well-being of our students and staff by ensuring our schools are clean, well maintained and pleasant places to learn and work. If you're interested in becoming part of the Mustang family, please fill out and submit an application. You can get a hardcopy application from our Administration office at 111 E. McKay Street in Overton, or Click the link below to apply online:
https://www.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/job_board?COMPANY_ID=00013940&REPRESENTATIVE_COMPANY_ID=JA006003
Overton ISD Pre-K teacher, Crystal Merritt joined a very select group today. She was recognized as one of 7 new National Board Certified Teachers (NBCT) through Region 7 ESC. She is the first OISD teacher to achieve this certification. Only 3% of teachers across the nation can claim this recognition, and currently only 0.3% in Texas. Overton ISD is so very proud of Ms. Merritt, and our staff and students are so blessed by her. Congratulations Ms. Merritt; You Inspire Us All!
Tomorrow, Friday, January 10th is a regular school day for Overton ISD. The current forecast for our area shows overnight temperatures above freezing; allowing for our regular start time. Overton ISD will continue to monitor the weather, and keep you informed of any changes.
Senior Ads for the yearbook are on sale now. If you would like an ad in the yearbook, you must reserve your spot now--and pay by the end of March. No holds. There are four sizes. Notify me at kim.rhodes@overtonisd.org.
Parents, please share this with others. I am sending an email to all seniors with additional information. Thank YOU--and stay warm!
Overton ISD is aware of the possibility of inclement weather over the next two days and we are monitoring the situation closely. Based on current information, we are planning to have normal school hours tomorrow, Thursday, January 9th.
Cheers to another wonderful year together! Wishing everyone a peaceful and prosperous New Year. May the New Year open doors to new opportunities; may it fill your life with love and laughter, and may it bring unity, understanding, and hope to all! Happy New Year!
SANTA HAT GAME - Bring your Christmas spirit and come share the excitement. Wear your Santa hat or ugly sweater, and cheer on the Mustangs and Lady Mustangs when they take on Carlisle this Friday, December 20th. Go MUSTANGS!
OISD Community - As you may have heard, the city will be doing water repairs, and we will be without water for a time. We have talked with the city, and they have agreed to hold the water cut-off until 12:30pm (after lunches). We will have school as usual tomorrow, Wed 12/4.
The Mustangs take down Mart 31-30 in a Dog fight to win the Area Championship. They're headed to Regionals, the 3rd round of the UIL 2A Division II playoffs. GO MUSTANGS!!!
***Football Playoff Ticket Information***
Tickets will be sold online only. They can be purchased before gameday or at the gate on gameday. If purchased at the gate on gameday it will still be online, NO CASH will be accepted.
#ETO
#ALLIN
https://kempisd.hometownticketing.com/embed/event/81?es=0a5qcpo4htijism097ksh3gdqk&single=0
The Mustangs move to the AREA Round of the UIL 2A Division II playoffs. They will play the Mart Panthers on Friday, Nov 22nd at Kemp's Yellow Jacket Stadium. Kick off is scheduled for 7:00pm. Be there for the exciting rematch of the 2023 Area Round, as the Mustangs look to take down the Panthers, and earn their spot in the Regional Round. Ticket prices for adults is $6, and students are $4. THSCA, District 10 & 11 and Senior Citizen passes are accepted. GO MUSTANGS! #ETO
**Another Chance to Purchase Football Playoff Shirts**
Here is the link to the online store! Please let customers know that after 11/17 these items will no longer be available to order. They will be ready for pick up 11/21. Classic Stitch has applied a required option where you have to pick if you want to pick up at the school or pick up at the store. If “No” is selected, you will have to pick up your items at Classic Stitch in Longview!
#ETO
#ALLIN
https://www.yourclassicstitch.com/shop/overton-football-playoffs/PI7YKQLFFBPBELSPUFYQYXR2