Sundown ISD

Social Action, a high school class that focuses on community service and volunteerism, is currently doing 2 fundraisers to finance their projects this year. The "Greeting from Sundown" t-shirts feature the artwork designed by former student Julia Evans and painted by SHS students this summer on Sundown City Hall.

We’re proud to share the story of Coach Kayla Belew and the incredible Backpack Project at Sundown Middle School!
What started with her personal story has grown into a community effort, students fundraising, the Sundown community offering up their full support, and families breathing easier as their kids start school ready and equipped.

This is more than backpacks. It’s about connection, hope, and intentional leadership. Watch the video below, get ready to be inspired!

https://youtu.be/CEP40IOnVmU

08.21.2025
Scrimmage #2
Sudan @ Sundown
JV & Varsity
Starting at 6:30 PM
#BeUncommon

The Sundown Middle School football season has kicked off, and our athletes’ passion and effort are already on full display. SMS pride runs deep—let’s go Roughnecks!

The concession stand will be open during the scrimmages tomorrow night. Sausage wraps have been added to the menu! Please support the senior class by visiting the concession stand Thursday night!!

A Huge Thank You!
RUACH 2025 would not have been the same without the incredible support from our community partners! We are beyond grateful to the following businesses for their generous donations that helped make this year’s professional development such a success:

Dave & Busters
Chick-fil-A
Raising Cane’s
Chuy’s
Texas Roadhouse
Roughneck Range
Bahama Buck’s
Mighty Wash
BKreative
G-Kid’s Shop Etc.
Print3D of Levelland
Breezy Street
Momma’s Hive
Mojo Designs

Your generosity reminds us that it truly takes a community to invest in education. Thank you for believing in Sundown ISD, our staff, and most importantly, our students! We also want to give a very special thank you to Mrs. Shanna Richardson and Mrs. Kalee Gattis for going above and beyond to connect us with these amazing partners in education. Your dedication helped make RUACH 2025 the best one yet!​

Picture Day Set for Friday, August 29th
Senior Pictures, Individual Student Pictures, & Individual Staff Pictures for 2025!

Middle School After School Workouts Begin This Week!

Sundown Cross Country Meet this upcoming Saturday in Andrews! The meet starts at 8 AM with BOTH MS Girls and MS Boys! Come out and support our Roughnecks and Roughettes!

Elementary students in Grades 1-5 kicked off the year with an inspiring meeting led by our Elementary Principal Mr. Berry! He shared expectations for a great year ahead and encouraged everyone with the reminder: “You are a ten, building your future step by step.” This has been a great tradition started by our very talented Principal!

Cross Country Schedule 2025
All official schedules can be found on our Sundown Athletics Website:
https://www.sundownathletics.com/schedules

RUACH 2025 was a huge success at Sundown ISD! [RUACH - Hebrew for spirit or breath. We have tried to capture what makes Sundown so special and have worked towards spreading that to our staff and students.] We kicked off the week preparing for an incredible new school year under our RUACH 2025 theme: “Guard Against Distractions: Restoring Intent to Your Classroom.” This year, several of our own staff members took the stage to share their wisdom, encouragement, and practical ideas to inspire fellow educators. At Sundown ISD, we believe every student deserves a champion, someone who will stand beside them, believe in them, and push them to reach their full potential. Our hope is that each of us can be that champion, or connect students with someone who can. RUACH 2025 was the best yet, and the Sundown ISD Staff is ready to take on this school year with focus, passion, and purpose!

Help spread the word.
Join the Sundown ISD Family!
Job Opportunity Available: Maintenance (Part-Time)
Complete an Application at our Business Office during regular school hours (8AM-3:30PM). Feel free to email Brent Evans at bevans@sundownisd.com if you are interested.

Meet & Greet and Registration: Thursday, Aug. 7th
Community Meal in cafeteria | 5PM-7PM
Elementary Meet and Greet | 5:30PM-6:30PM
MS & HS Meet and Greet | 6:30PM-7:30PM
MANDATORY SENIORS & PARENT MEETING | 7:45 PM | @ Cafeteria

2026 seniors and parents please make note of this. Time change from the initial letter you were given. Still Thursday, but at 7:45 in the cafeteria vs 8:30.

Please review the attached document outlining our new Student Personal Communication Device Procedures | Sundown ISD. This update will bring changes for both staff and parents, so we encourage everyone to read and become familiar with the details.

Registration Information: Fri. Aug 1st [Returning] & Thur. Aug 7th [New]

RETURNING STUDENTS | Friday, August 1st, 2025
Online Registration Link: Registration Link

NEW STUDENTS | Thursday, August 7th [5PM - 7PM]
Where: Face-to-face at your Campus Office
What to bring if you are new to the District: Birth Certificate, Social Security Card, Immunization Record, Proof of Residency (ex. water bill, electric bill), Copy of last report card - if possible

If you have any questions, please contact your respective campus (806) 602-8823 [8 AM - 3:30 PM] | Elem: Betty Geisler ext. 4000 | MS: Keri Riley ext. 3000 | HS: Melissa Stephens ext. 2000

If you are a RETURNING student and you need computer access or assistance, make plans to attend the in-person registration night on August 7th (5-7 PM) at your campus office

New Students are also welcome to come to school to register during school hours starting August 1st, 2025

Meet and Greet & Registration: Thursday, Aug. 7th
Community Meal in cafeteria | 5PM-7PM
Elementary Meet and Greet | 5:30PM-6:30PM
MS & HS Meet and Greet | 6:30PM-7:30PM
MANDATORY Senior& Senior Parents Meeting | 7:45 PM | @ Cafeteria

More Important dates:
Sat. August 9th: Oil Patch Days
Tue. August 12th: 1st Day of School
Thur. August 14th: “Meet the Roughnecks”
Fri. August 15th: HS Football Scrimmage [THERE] vs Friona | 5 PM


School Supply Lists:
Sundown School Supply List 25-26

Backpack Pickup Day at SMS!
Sundown Middle School students can pick up their backpacks on Thursday, July 31st from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Sundown Middle School!
Each backpack will be stocked with FREE school supplies, thanks to the hard work and generosity of our incoming 8th graders and Coach Belew, who raised the funds and took care of purchasing supplies for EVERY middle school student!

We are incredibly grateful for their leadership, service, and commitment to supporting their fellow Roughnecks. 💙❤️

See you Thursday, July 31st! Let’s get ready for a great school year! Let's go!!!