🏈 Bulldog fans, please plan ahead! Beginning with this week’s varsity football game, a new clear bag policy will apply to athletic events at Hugh Sandifer Stadium.
Approved bags include:
• Clear totes no larger than 12" × 6" × 12"
• One-gallon plastic freezer bags
• Small clutches no larger than 4.5" × 6.5"
• Diaper bags when accompanied by an infant or young child
All bags are subject to visual inspection. Please review the graphic before arriving and leave prohibited bags at home.
Fans who leave the stadium during the game must purchase a new ticket to reenter.
Thank you for helping keep game day safe and welcoming. Go Bulldogs!
Bulldogs, ride out to the polls! Early voting starts today.
Early voting for the November 3, 2026 General Election runs October 19–30.
Visit VoteTexas.gov or VOTE411.org to check your registration, see what’s on your ballot and research your choices.
Bring an acceptable photo ID and your paper “cheat sheet.” Printed notes or a sample ballot are allowed for your own reference. Phone use is prohibited inside the voting room.
TAYLOR COUNTY LOCATIONS
Hours below apply October 19–23 only.
8 a.m.–5 p.m.
• Taylor County Plaza: 400 Oak St., Suite 101A
• Abilene City Hall: 555 Walnut St., east entrance
10 a.m.–6 p.m.
• Mall of Abilene: 4310 Buffalo Gap Road, main corridor by Hendrick
• United Supermarket S. 14th: 3301 S. 14th St.
• United Supermarket N. 10th: 920 N. Willis St.
• United Supermarket Judge Ely: 1095 N. Judge Ely Blvd.
You may vote at any early voting location in your county of registration. Weekend and extended hours are available.
Full schedule:
https://www.taylorcounty.texas.gov/214/Current-Election
Research. Prepare. Vote.
Reminder: 2-Hour Early Dismissal Friday!
Wylie ISD families, all campuses will dismiss two hours early on Friday, October 16.
Please plan accordingly for afternoon pickup and transportation.
Wylie ISD families, all campuses will dismiss two hours early on Friday, October 16.
Please plan accordingly for afternoon pickup and transportation.
📅 Reminder, Wylie ISD families! There will be no school at any Wylie ISD campus on Monday, October 12. Please plan ahead and enjoy the long weekend, Bulldogs!
Hi Wylie ISD families and community,
The Wylie ISD Board of Trustees invites parents, guardians, and community members to share feedback that will help guide the selection of our next superintendent.
Your input will directly shape the candidate profile and interview criteria used during the search process. The survey is 100% anonymous, takes approximately 10 minutes to complete, and includes questions about district leadership, culture, communication, and support.
Please complete the survey by October 21, 2026.
Take the survey: https://rebrand.ly/wisd-comm1
Thank you for taking the time to share your perspective.
Consider this your homework reminder. ✏️
Today, October 5, is the last day to register to vote in the November 3 election.
Check your registration and find application instructions at VoteTexas.gov. Mailed applications must be postmarked today.
Already registered? Share this reminder with someone who might need it.
Wylie East Intermediate: Fire Out, All Students Safe
A fire in the construction zone at Wylie East Intermediate prompted an evacuation today. All students are safe. Abilene Fire Department has extinguished the fire, and students will be returning to the building. We appreciate AFD’s excellent response.
Dismissal remains at the regular time. At this time, normal pickup and bus procedures will be followed. If you choose to pick up your child early, please have your car tag ready.
Pumpkins, Pictures and Bulldog Fun!!!
The WWJH Brilliant Bulldog Dyslexia Club is hosting its 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 4-6 p.m. at Wylie West Junior High.
Bring the family to pick out pumpkins, snap fall photos, and enjoy popcorn, baked goods and drinks while supporting some pretty brilliant Bulldogs.
💜💛HEY, WYLIE! IT’S TIME TO SHOW SOME FFA LOVE!
🦃🍂 Get a head start on your Thanksgiving shopping! Shop for yourself, grab something for friends and family, or make a donation! Every purchase helps support our FFA students and the opportunities they have throughout the year!
🛒 HOW TO SUPPORT:
1️⃣ Visit shop.freshcountry.com
2️⃣ Select Wylie Abilene FFA
3️⃣ Choose the student you would like to support/have your items delivered through
4️⃣ Shop and check out!
All products will be delivered in time for Thanksgiving! Perfect for holiday gatherings, gifts, or stocking up for the season.
⏰ ORDERS CLOSE TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13!
🎀 2026 PINK OUT FUNDRAISER 🎀
Pre-order your 2026 Wylie Bulldog Pink Out Shirt and help support breast cancer awareness!
👕 Shirts are $15
💗 All proceeds will be donated at the Pink Out Pep Rally on Friday, Oct. 23
📅 Orders close Wednesday, Oct. 7 at noon
Lower campus shirts will be delivered the week of Oct. 19. High School orders will be available for pickup during all three lunches Oct. 20–22.
Order here: https://www.thepurpledogcompany.com/product-page/2026-pink-out-fundraiser
Let’s fill the stands with pink, Bulldogs! 🎀🐾
Meet our first Light the Legacy Staff Members of the Six Weeks!
Congratulations to Ricky Bacon, Julian Cervantes, Amber Groves, Hillary Hernandez and Rick Sanders. Their colleagues nominated them for the ways they serve others and make a difference across Wylie ISD.
We’re celebrating everyone recognized by a colleague, too. View the full list of nominees.
Thank you to Miguel’s Mex Tex Cafe and Buffalo Wild Wings for providing gift cards for our five winners. Congratulations to all our nominees, and thank you for continuing to Light the Legacy!
🖐️💜 High 5 Friday! 💛🖐️
A BIG thank you to the Abilene Christian University Student-Athlete Advisory Committee for joining us last Friday for High 5 Friday! 🐾
Our Bulldogs loved starting their morning with lots of smiles, encouragement, and HIGH FIVES! We appreciate these student-athletes taking the time to help make our students’ Friday extra special!
Thank you for being part of our Bulldog family! 💜💛
Reminder: All Wylie ISD campuses will release two hours early on Thursday, September 24.
🍂 Parents Night Out!
Wylie TAFE is hosting a fun fall evening for Pre-K through 5th grade students with games, crafts, dinner and plenty of fall fun!
📅 Thursday, Sept. 24
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
📍 Wylie High School Library
Register and reserve your spot here:
https://www.canvaqr.com/RGRMWY1oD9
Pumpkins, Pictures and Bulldog Fun
The WWJH Brilliant Bulldog Dyslexia Club is hosting its 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 4-6 p.m. at Wylie West Junior High.
Bring the family to pick out pumpkins, snap fall photos, and enjoy popcorn, baked goods and drinks while supporting some pretty brilliant Bulldogs.
The WWJH Brilliant Bulldog Dyslexia Club is hosting its 5th Annual Pumpkin Patch on Wednesday, Sept. 30, from 4-6 p.m. at Wylie West Junior High.
Bring the family to pick out pumpkins, snap fall photos, and enjoy popcorn, baked goods and drinks while supporting some pretty brilliant Bulldogs.
It's Homecoming at The Hugh! Good luck to our Bulldogs as they kick off against the Yellowjackets!
Post Credit: Gehrig Fletcher
#wearewylie
Wylie ISD Bus Families: Be on the lookout for an email from Stopfinder!
Wylie ISD Transportation is using the Stopfinder app to help families stay informed about their student’s bus transportation throughout the school year.
Through Stopfinder, families can:
• Receive important messages about their child’s bus
• Get notifications about route changes, delays and other updates
• Stay connected with transportation information throughout the year
Watch your inbox for an email from Stopfinder with information about how to get started and receive updates about your child’s bus.
Thank you for helping us stay connected and keep our Bulldog families informed
Join us for our 1st meeting of the year! 🐾
And you can still join at the link below!
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https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/wylie-east-pto-membership--2627
PUT A LID ON IT, BULLDOG NATION!
We hope you like hats…because these are GOOD.
New styles. New designs. Same Bulldog pride.
Whether you’re headed to the stadium, the gym, or just repping Wylie around town, we’ve got a hat for you.
WYLIE BULLDOGS × NEW HATS = TOP OFF YOUR BULLDOG SPIRIT.
Come see us FRIDAY at the Booster Merch Trailer and grab your favorite before it’s gone!
One Team. One Mission. One Bulldog Nation.
Wylie ISD phone and internet service has been restored. Families should now be able to reach our schools and district offices as usual. Thank you for your patience!