Please welcome Cameron Anderson back to NHS! Cameron graduated from Needville High School before obtaining his degree from Texas Tech. He will be teaching Agriculture Science this year. He is married to his wife, Kally Jo, and they have two dogs, Stoney and Lexie. In his free time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. He is excited to be able to give back to the school he graduated from.
We are excited to welcome Joey and Lauren Rivera to our NHS family! Joey is a graduate of Texas A&M University and will be teaching World Geography as well as coaching football. Lauren, a graduate of Schreiner University, will be serving as a business teacher on campus. They are proud parents of three children, Auggie, Emmitt, and Elyse. They are both excited to be Blue Jays and are looking forward to building strong connections with the students, staff, and families in NISD!
Please help us welcome Mark Durham to NHS! Coach Durham will be teaching Dual Credit and will also serve at the Head Baseball coach this year. He is a graduate of the University of Houston-Clear Lake. He is married to his wife, Heidi, and has two sons, Matta and Mason, along with daughter in law Mariana. Coach Durham is eager to work with a few of his old colleagues. In his free time he enjoys to fish and play golf!
Help me welcome Kole Matula to NHS! Coach Matula will be teaching World History and as well as coaching football. He is a graduate of the University of Houston and is in his 2nd year of teaching. In his off time, he enjoys hunting and fishing. Kole’s two sisters and fiancé, Hannah, are also teachers in the district.
Please help me welcome our newest ESL teacher/coordinator, Mrs. Ismelda Medina! Ms. Medina is a graduate from the University of Houston and Lamar University. She has 24 years in education with the last 10 having been served at Needville Elementary School. She is most excited about helping students grow in their learning and being able to help others around the school. Mrs. Medina is married to her husband Paul. Her son Gabriel is a sophomore at UH and her daughter Sophie will be a sophomore at NHS. During her free time, she enjoys gardening and studying the Bible.
Please welcome Mr. Justin Gilbreath to NHS! Mr. Gilbreath is a former graduate of Needville High School and is excited to be back at the high school he attended many years ago. He will be teaching Art this coming year. He is a graduate of Sam Houston State and enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter as well as his extended family and friends.
We are excited to welcome Mrs. Marki Hajdik to NHS! Mrs. Hajdik will be teaching Government and US History this year. She is a graduate of Texas A&M University and will be starting her 13th year in education. She is excited to work for the school she graduated from and getting to be so much closer to my kids & home! Mrs. Hajdik and her husband Kobie have been married for 9 years and have two daughters, Peyton and Kamryn. During her free time she enjoys going to Matagorda Beach with family & friends. Her hobbies include crafting, photography, & watching tv!
Welcome Mrs. Jennifer Estrada to our NHS staff! Ms. Estrada will be teaching Life Skills this year. She is a graduate of the University of Houston-Victoria. This will be her 18th year teaching, and she is looking forward to working with the amazing students at Needville High School. She has one daughter, Paisley, who will be in 9th grade and wo cats, Astro and Sadie. During her free time, she enjoys traveling all around the Houston area with her daughter’s’ travel team. She also enjoys going to the beach and camping with her family during their spare time. She can’t wait to be a part of the staff and make a difference in my hometown. Once a Blue Jay, always a Blue Jay!
NHS is happy to welcome Kevin Goodwin to our staff! Coach Goodwin will be teaching and coaching football and track. He received his Bachelors degree from Stephen F. Austin University and received his Masters from Texas A&M Commerce. He is married to his wife Mamie and is a proud father of five (Nick, Cameron, Bryson, Aiden, and Kiera). During his free time, he enjoys traveling. He is looking forward to working with a group of positive students and adults.
Please help us welcome Mrs. Rilea Sanders to NHS! She will be teaching Special Education as this year. She is married to her husband, Brandon, and has two children, Braxton and Briley. She enjoys time with her family at the pool/beach, going to sporting events and just being happy and enjoying life! She is most excited about being in NISD and meeting new people.
We are excited to welcome our new Law Enforcement teacher Mrs. Claudia Urbina to NHS! She is a graduate of Houston Community College, University of Houston-Downtown and Lamar University. With 20 years in law enforcement, she is excited to share her experiences and knowledge with her students. Her goal is to encourage students into public service and find their career path. During her free time, she and her family enjoy spending time at the rivers and beaches. Her hobbies include knitting and traveling.
📣 Reminder: Needville High School offices and Central Administration will be CLOSED on Monday, May 26th for Memorial Day! 🎉
🕢 Offices reopen Tuesday, May 27th at 7:30 AM
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Want to be a Blue Jay ?! Needville High School is searching for exceptional teachers in the following areas:
Agricultural Science
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Band
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Social Studies
Math
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Thanks to the PTA for recognizing our Top Ten and our UIL academic students.
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Congratulations to the Lady Jays for winning both games on Saturday vs. Beeville Jones to advance!
https://www.needvilleisd.com/o/needville-elementary-school/article/2136343
Please see this information about Kinder registration.
We are so proud of our Soccer team for a great year! Unfortunately, their season ended last night at the State semifinals. They certainly displayed grit and determination!
Our WCJC dual credit biology students were learning about echinoderm anatomy today!
Let's pack the stands this Friday.
