Ram Nation News – November 10, 2026

Jazz on 34th by the numbers: fundraising goal exceeded

Thank You for a Great Jazz on 34th!

A giant THANK YOU to the event sponsors, community partners, volunteers, musicians, socials hosts, donors, vendors and everyone else who helped make the PTO’s Jazz on 34th fundraiser a huge success! Our initial fundraising goal was exceeded at the event, and we’ve still got socials purchases rolling in. Donations are also still being accepted!

Thank you to our Jazz on 34th sponsors
Ram Festival Days presents Fall Fest, Wednesday November 18 during lunch

Ram Fest Next Wednesday!

The PTO’s Ram Fests continue next Wednesday, Nov 18, during lunch with a Fall Fest celebration.

Students will be able to enjoy free fall activities, and food & drink will be available for purchase (cash only). All proceeds benefit Waltrip clubs and organizations.

As always, we need parent volunteers to run interactive activity stations and help with decorations. Sign up today!

Coffee with the Principal 6pm and PTO Meeting 6:45pm, Tuesday November 17, Waltrip Library

November PTO Meeting

Join us next Tuesday, November 17th for Coffee with the Principal at 6pm followed by the November PTO meeting at 6:45.

On the heels of our Jazz on 34th fundraiser, this is a great opportunity to learn about how the money raised is used to support our students, teachers and staff.

State Playoffs Round 1: Waltrip Rams vs Port Arthur Memorial Titans, Friday November 13, 7pm

Football Playoffs!

Our Waltrip Rams will be taking on the Port Arthur Memorial Titans this Friday, November 13th at 7pm in round 1 of playoffs!

Playoff shirts will be sold after school today.

Let’s go Rams!

Prospective Family Campus Tours

Calling All Future Ram Families! Our campus tours for the 27-28 school year have started and we can’t wait to welcome you onto Ram Nation!

Tours run most Thursdays and select Tuesdays through March. Check out the dates and sign up today!

Waltrip Swim 2026-2027 meet schedule

Waltrip Swim Schedule

Mark your calendars to come out and support Waltrip’s boys and girls swim team during their 2026-2027 season!

Good luck to all our swimmers and coaches!

The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, November 19 and 20, 2026

Fall Musical

Six spellers, one trophy, and a whole lot of nerves. The Waltrip High School Theatre Department presents The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, a musical comedy about a group of quirky kids competing for the title. Some audience members may even be invited up to spell.

November 19 & 20 | 6 PM
Adults $10 | Students $5

Come out and support our Ram Nation performers!

Fall Show: The Crown, Collection, Gold & Glory

Join us for an evening of dance on Friday, December 4, at 7 p.m. in the Waltrip High School Auditorium. Doors open at 6 p.m.

You’ll see performances from our beginning, intermediate and advanced dance classes, Waltrip’s Ballet Folklorico, the Rosebuds, and the Waltrip Rambling Roses Dance Team.

Tickets: $5 for children and students, $7 for adults.

DJ Bingo planning meeting, Sunday November 15, 4:30

DJ Bingo Planning Meeting

Interested in helping to plan the PTO’s biggest fundraiser of the year? Bring your ideas and energy as we kick off planning this Sunday, November 15th at 4:30pm. Email events@waltriphspto.org if interested and for location details.

Garden Oaks Elementary Seeking Volunteers

Calling all NHS students or anyone interested in volunteering with a Waltrip feeder pattern school. Garden Oaks is looking for help for their upcoming Fall Festival on November 13 & 14. Check out the sign up!

Jazz on 34th Socials Available

Attendees at last week’s Jazz on 34th had first dibs for the Socials (Sign Up Parties), but there are still some spots available. Check out two December events: Black & White Photo Darkroom Class and Sips & Sequins Vintage Ornament Making.

Black & White Photo Darkroom Class flyer: open to Waltrip students and adults, hosted by Mr. St. Mary and Spoony, December 4, 5 to 7pm, $100 per person
Sips + Sequins Ornament Soirée flyer

A variety of Socials are scheduled for the spring and have spots available. They’re a great way to support our school and get to know fellow Waltrip parents. All have limited space and some have only a few spots left. Take a look!

Waltrip High School spirit wear

Show Your Ram Pride: Purchase Spirit Wear!

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