"Be the reason someone smiles today." — Roy T. Bennett
It’s been another busy week across the district. Progress continues on our bond projects as we move closer to the completion of the Henry Lewis Gymnasium and Multi-Purpose Facility.
I’ve included a short video from this past week highlighting some of the work underway. The video features our recently resurfaced tennis courts, moments from Castilian Lodge No. 141’s Cornerstone Ceremony, and progress on the brickwork at the Ag Science Building.
STUDENT OF THE WEEK
We are recognizing two Students of the Week for October 19 - 23!
CJH
Makinlee Etheridge - 7th Grade
This week’s Student of the Week is Makinlee Etheridge, a student at Canton Junior High. Makinlee is the daughter of Dwight Etheridge and has attended Canton ISD since the fifth grade.
Makinlee’s favorite subject is Honors Texas History. She is actively involved in Choir, Band, and Color Guard, and outside of school she enjoys hatching chickens. Makinlee hopes to become a veterinarian. She is already gaining experience by helping her mom at a veterinary clinic.
Mr. Robison says, “Makinlee is a personable, intelligent, and hardworking student who always has a smile on her face and is willing to lend a helping hand. She works hard in both the classroom and her extracurricular activities, consistently goes the extra mile, and is exceptionally kind.”
CHS
Miya Booth - 12th Grade
Miya has been a Canton Eagle since kindergarten and is the daughter of Thomas Booth. Miya has built a reputation as a hardworking, responsible, and dedicated student.
Miya’s favorite subject is History, and after graduation she is interested in pursuing a career as a doctor. Outside of school, she enjoys painting, drawing, and reading, and her teachers note that she is especially creative and artistic, with an impressive eye for detail.
Mrs. Kim Burch, one of Miya's teachers shares, " Miya is a hardworking student who stays on task, makes good grades, and does excellent work. She is a great example of a responsible and dedicated student!"
"Miya is a dedicated who consistently gives her best and demonstrates a strong commitment to her education. She leads by example through her dependability, quiet determination, and consistent effort. I appreciate her dedication and am happy to see her hard work and the positive example she sets for others recognized!"
"She is very helpful in the kitchen and with her cooking partner. She has amazing handwriting and a great eye for detail.
DISTRICT UPDATES
eSPORTS
The Canton High School Esports Overwatch team earned a 3–1 victory over Audubon Technology and Communication High School of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in recent competition.
The team was led by captain Max Brown, with teammates Damian Sherlock, Joseph Sanders, Reese Bell, and Clara Russell contributing to the win.
Congratulations to the team on a strong performance and for proudly representing Canton High School in esports competition!
EAGLETTE VOLLEYBALL
On Tuesday night our Eaglettes clinched a playoff berth with a 3 set sweep of Kemp. The Eaglettes will travel to Brownsboro this evening to take on the Bearettes starting with the varsity at 4:30.
EAGLE FOOTBALL
On Thursday night our 7A, 8A, 9th, and JV teams defeated the Brownsboro Bears, while the 7B and 8B each ended in 0-0 ties.
On Friday night our Eagles moved to 7-0 on the season and 2-0 in district with a dominating win over Brownsboro. We will host Rusk this week.
CROSS COUNTRY
Our Running Eagles & Eaglettes had a strong showing at the district meet this week. On the boys side, Peyton Chandler finished 3rd and Daniel Zarate finished 5th to qualify for the regional meet. For the girls, Kinsley Wallis placed 7th overall, helping lead the Eaglette team to a 3rd-place team finish.
Congratulations to our Canton Junior High Eagles, who captured the district championship for the second consecutive year! The Eagles were led by Dalton Damron, who finished 2nd overall, Zane Posigian 6th, Joe Palenzuela 8th, and Alex McKibben 10th.
The Junior High Eaglettes finished as district runner-up, with three runners placing in the top eight: Azlynn Fyall finished 5th, Averly Barnes 7th, and Vaida DelaFuente 8th.
UPCOMING
Monday, October 19
Junior High Volleyball vs. Van — 5:00 p.m.
Canton ISD Board of Trustees Meeting — 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 20
CISD Flu Shot Clinics throughout the district
FAFSA Workshop — 6:30 p.m., CHS Library
Wednesday, October 21
Mighty Canton Band — UIL Region Marching Contest, Mesquite
CJH Unity Day
CJH Hearing, Vision & Scoliosis Screenings begin
CIS College, Career & Trades Day #3
CHS Choir Pre-Area Workshop — Sunnyvale, 5:00–8:00 p.m.
First Day of Eaglette Basketball Practice
Thursday, October 22
CES 2nd Grade Field Trip
CIS GT Field Trip — Yesterland Farm
CJH Choir Region Auditions — Crossroads Baptist Church
FFA Bingo at Country Place Senior Living — after school
CJH Pep Rally — 2:53–3:23 p.m.
CJH Football vs. Rusk — Home
Freshman Football vs. Sulphur Springs — Away
JV Football vs. Rusk — Away
Friday, October 23
Eagle Buddies — CIS and CES
Volleyball vs. Lindale — CHS, beginning at 4:30 p.m.
FFA Tailgate Party — 5:30–7:00 p.m.
Varsity Football vs. Rusk — CHS
Brian Nichols
Superintendent
