The Honorable Louie Gohmert Presents the Tenaha Tigers with Special Plaque - February 28, 2012
Submitted by Judy Monroe

The Tenaha Tigers, along with head coach Terry Ward, proudly accept special recognition from the Honorable Louie Gohmert. Representative, Louie Gohmert, surprised the Tenaha Tigers on February 24th with a commemorative plaque. The plaque displayed the Congressional Record of the 112th congress, second session, in which the Honorable Louie Gohmert recognized the Tenaha Tigers for winning the Texas 1A Division II Football Championship.

The following is recorded in the Congressional Record of the 112th Congress:

House of Representatives
Hon. Louie Gohmert
Of Texas Recognizing the Tenaha Tigers for winning the Texas 1A Division II Football Championship
Tuesday, January 31 in the Year of our Lord 2012

Mr. GOHMERT of Texas. It is with enormous pride that I recognize and congratulate the Tenaha Tigers on an amazing 2011 football season in which they captured the Texas State Class 1A Division II Football Championship. These ferocious Tenaha Tigers have reached the pinnacle of success in Texas football for the second time in the last 15 years, having achieved that great title back in 1998.

A series of victories in which the Tigers crushed their opponents led them into the playoffs, where they demonstrated just how powerful they were as a team, playing as one well-tuned machine. The final game saw the Tenaha Tigers ultimately defeat the Munday Mogals 52-28. Although both Munday and Tenaha showed why they were in the finals during the first half, the Tigers pulled ahead in the second half scoring 21 points with little response from the Moguls.

The Tigers strong offensive and defensive lines dominated other teams exhibiting the result of grueling strength and endurance programs that showed how driven the Tigers were individually to excel. Clearly a team does not get to such a level of excellence without a coaching staff that knows its players, what they can accomplish and just how far they can be pushed.

The proof of their preparation and drive to be the best can be found in a number of statistics including the fact that the Tigers consistently maintained a 37.6 point lead over their opponents. Additionally, the defensive line often refused to allow its opposition to score a single touchdown.

There is no doubt that each of the individual players, coaches, and supporting personnel involved with the success of the Tigers will benefit from having witnessed the level of success that is achieved when each individual gives all they have while working together with such dedication and passion.

This tribute goes out to all of the athletic staff including Athletic Director/Head Football Coach Terry Ward and his Assistant Coaches Ian White, Mike Barber, Kevin Cates, Scott Tyner, Todd Bodden and Antonio Holmes.
The team members achieving this memorable accomplishment included T. J. Thomas, Reginald Davis, Demon Horton, Vincent Walton, Edgar Flores, Jacoby Ivy, Shaquille Mitchell, J. R. Hill, Octavius Griffith, Chavis Gregory, Keontas Davis, Damarcus Perry, Jaquarius Williams, Cobe Carraway, Seth Wyatt, Brady Tovar, Assuntay Cleaver, Jose Campos, Marqevius Reed, Alex Horton, JaKelvin Cooper, Izikel Flores, Damien Reese, DeAaron Roland, Derek Jones, LaDarren Cooks, Edgar Pineda, Cody Richardson, Aaron Harris, Leon Aguilar, Donald Smith, Dustin Davis, and Tim Hafford.

No football team ever becomes a champion without unwavering support, and that is exactly what the Tigers had from the Tenaha Independent School District staff and the entire community. That is why congratulations go to all who contributed in any way to the success of the Tigers during the 2011 season. May God continue to bless all of their efforts both in school and as they one day finish high school and use that same drive and determination to make this country even stronger. Congratulations go to the State Champion Tenaha Tigers, as their legacy is now recorded in the Congressional Record that will endure as long as there is a United States of America.

Quilt Donated to Tenaha Senior Class of 2012 - January 24, 2012
Submitted by Judy Monroe

Mrs. Vivian Chamberlain, left, and Senior Class Representative, Whitney Jackson display beautiful quilt donated to the Tenaha Senior Class of 2012. The beautiful handmade quilt features a special monogrammed message!

The Tenaha High School Senior class will be raffling off a beautiful quilt hand crafted by Mrs. Vivian Chamberlain. Mrs. Chamberlain donated the quilt to the senior class in honor of her children, Woody Chamberlain, Jr., Sharon Chamberlain Fleming, Patti Chamberlain Story, and Jimmy Chamberlain, all Tenaha Alumni.

The hand crafted Queen Size quilt features a special message in the center: Tenaha Tigers State Champions Class A 2011! Raffle tickets will be sold at the varsity basketball games on January 31, February 7, February 10, February 14, and February 18th. Winner of the quilt will be announced at the Boys Playoff Preview basketball game on February 18th. Raffle tickets can also be purchased at the Tenaha High School office during normal school hours. For more information please contact Stella Baker at the Tenaha High School Office 936-248-5000 ext. 501. All proceeds will benefit the Tenaha Senior Class of 2012.

Tenaha ISD Mourns the Loss of Senior, Tania Trejo - September 26, 2011
Submitted by Camryn Sisk

On Friday, September 23, 2011, Tiger senior, Tania Trejo, lost her short battle with cancer. Not only did Tenaha ISD lose a member of the student body, but we also lost a great defensive soccer player and a very devoted member of the Roarin’ Band from Tiger Land.

Tania was an incredible friend, classmate and person. We all shared so many experiences and memories with her in the classroom, and through activities in band and soccer. One standout memory I have with Tania was her thriftiness in New York City. As we walked through the streets of Manhattan with the band in May, we literally spent hours browsing through countless numbers of shops. Tania relentlessly searched for the perfect bargain on souvenirs for her family. Our memories with Tanya will be cherished for a lifetime. Tania was shy, sweet, and a compassionate person who was so loved by the Tenaha community, and we will miss her dearly.

The funeral service for Tania is scheduled to take place at 1:00 pm on Monday, September 26th at Mangum Funeral Home in Center, and graveside services following at Restland Cemetery in Tenaha.

In order to help Tania’s family pay for funeral and expenses, the Tenaha JCC has set up an account at Citizens State Bank in Tenaha. You can contact Stella Baker at Tenaha High School for additional information (936)248-5000 ext. 501 or visit Citizen’s State Bank in Tenaha to make a donation. All donations to the Tania Trejo Memorial Fund will be greatly appreciated