Byron P. Steele II High School

This past Saturday, these kiddos and the amazing Mrs. Martinez picked up trash along 1103. They filled SEVENTEEN large bags! Well done, Knights! If your student is looking to get involved with awesome Knights that give back to the community, Key Club is the club to join! ⚔️⚔️⚔️

It’s “Mix It Up” day at lunches today! Teenagers being “kids” is always special to see. We are grateful to have some of the best young humans in the state walking our halls. Thank you, Stuco and FCCLA! ⚔️⚔️⚔️

Behind the Scenes: Steele lead counselor, Ms. Sanchez, recently facilitated a small group guidance lesson with the “Men of Steele,” and today, with the support of her team, those same student-athletes took the lead in sharing that lesson with their brothers on the Steele Knight Football Team. Watching students step up to lead, support one another, and openly discuss the importance of mental health in sports was truly powerful. Moments like this serve as a meaningful reminder of why this work matters so deeply. Ms. Sanchez and the counseling team send a heartfelt thank you to the Steele Football coaches for recognizing and supporting the importance of mental health in student-athletes. Together, they are helping build stronger, more resilient young men—both on and off the field. ⚔️⚔️⚔️

Please join us in celebrating the Top 20 students of the Class of 2026 at Byron P. Steele High School! These remarkable Knights have demonstrated unwavering dedication, resilience, and a commitment to excellence throughout their high school journey. Their achievements reflect not only academic distinction, but also leadership, service, character, and heart. We are incredibly proud of the example they set for our entire campus community. The future is bright because of students like these. Please join us in congratulating our Top 20 Seniors! (Out of a class of over 715!) #BeTheStandard ⚔️⚔️⚔️

Ready for the best night of the year? Prom tickets officially go on sale after Spring Break!

But before you can secure your spot on the dance floor, you have to be eligible! Make sure you’re cleared to buy by checking your account today.

The To-Do List:

1. Visit myschoolbucks.com.
2. Pay any outstanding fees or obligations.
3. WAIT: It can take up to 48 hours for payments to clear in the system!

Don’t wait until the last minute—clear those obligations now so you’re ready to grab your tickets the second they drop!

Congrats to our Teacher of the Year, Mrs. Cynthia Lira! Mrs. Lira is an Algebra II teacher, our Math department chair, and a co-sponsor for Key Club. She is an amazing instructional leader and models excellence in all that she does. Congrats, Mrs. Lira! We are so blessed you’re a Knight! ⚔️⚔️⚔️

🖤Spread LOVE 🖤 Lunchtime was extra special today as our students took time to write and post their dreams and wishes. These Knights are such amazing humans. Thank you, counseling team, for setting up this fun and meaningful activity today! Go Knights! ⚔️⚔️⚔️

Steele High School Health Science students had an amazing hands-on experience exploring the Army Medical Truck! 🩺🚑 Thank you to our Army partners for sharing your time, knowledge, and service! ⚔️⚔️⚔️

This morning the ladies of Gamma Alpha Chi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. donated snacks and school supplies to our Communities in Schools (CIS) Site Coordinator, Adrienne McGill, at Byron P. Steele II high school. Their consistent generosity aid in our students in staying focused and ready for classroom instructions. Your continued support is absolutely appreciated!

Knight Nation, join us for our 12th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance on February 27! Go to your myschoolbucks account and search "Steele Daddy-daughter dance". We LOVE this event and sharing it with our great community! ⚔️⚔️⚔️

It’s Counselor Appreciation Week! Our library window is ready for students to leave sticky‑note messages for the counselors who guide and support our campus. Stop by and add your note of thanks! ❤️

✨Counselor Appreciation Week ✨ It’s Counselor Appreciation Week and we are so blessed to have one of the strongest counseling teams! We are especially excited to share that the Steele Counseling team has been selected to receive the Counselors Reinforcing Excellence for Students in Texas (CREST) Award. This prestigious award is sponsored by the Texas School Counselor Association (TSCA) and honors schools with exemplary counseling programs that positively impact students’ academic, social, and career development. In recognition of this achievement, Steele Counselors will be recognized at the CREST Award ceremony in Fort Worth. ⚔️⚔️⚔️

Student Spotlight ⭐️ Steele Sophomores, Brichell Clifton, Leila Flores, and LeAnna Frieze, spent this bitter morning dropping off homemade pet beds to the local animal shelter. This is part of their project for the FCCLA competition next week in Corpus Christi. They made a total of TWELVE repurposed beds, all with materials donated by other students from Steele. Their project is called Re-Paw-Pose! #BeTheStandard ⚔️⚔️⚔️

Steele DECA students competed at the district level and demonstrated exceptional professionalism, preparation, and dedication to excellence. Through strong performance in written events, role plays, and presentations, they showcased critical thinking, leadership, and real-world business skills. Their hard work and commitment earned them qualification to advance to the State Career Development Conference, where they will represent their chapter and Steele HS with pride!

Byron P. Steele High School Band Awarded $5,000 “Thursday Night Lights” Grant The Byron P. Steele High School Band is celebrating a major win—a $5,000 “Thursday Night Lights” Grant, earned through fan nominations and votes during the fall football season. The band received official notification in early December, and funds were delivered to the school on January 13, 2026. News 4 SA Living visited Steele to capture the excitement, interviewing Band Director Alexia Beasley, who shared: "We’re very excited. This grant allows us to give our students better access to performance opportunities and equipment, ensuring the highest quality experience within our program.” Senior saxophonist William MacDonald expressed pride in the recognition: "We have amazing directors and boosters, and I can’t think of a program more deserving—between our grit and our unyielding determination.” The taped piece will air on the SA Living Show on News 4 January 22nd during at 10:00 a.m.

Dobie and Corbett Junior High students capped off their fall Gifted/Talented project by taking part in a two-day Junior Model United Nations conference hosted by Samuel Clemens and Byron P. Steele High School Model UN clubs. After one semester of a course emphasizing learning parliamentary procedure, research, debate, and argumentative writing, the seventh graders put their skills to work in simulated UN sessions in the board room of the William Malish Building on December 11 and 12, 2025.

Under the theme Revive, students served on two committees addressing persistent global issues: water pollution caused by crop fertilization and the lack of access to medical care in developing countries. Delegates researched causes, explored solutions, and debated policies, gaining experience in collaboration and critical thinking while tackling challenges that affect communities worldwide.

It was more than a lesson; it was exposure to real-life world issues. Dobie and Corbett JHS students involved were exposed to the necessity for cooperation, empathy and solution-oriented thinking through diplomacy.

Yesterday, our Steele Orchestra students brought the sounds of the season to life as they caroled through classrooms, sharing a beautiful selection of holiday favorites. What a wonderful way to celebrate the season!

#ExcellenceStartsWithGratitude #WeAreSCUC

Round 3 is TOMORROW! Come out and support our football team and our spirit groups! Join us to send-off our amazing kiddos at 10:30 AM on Knights Crossing! 🆚 Johnson (NEISD) 🗓️ 11/28/25 ⌚️ 2:00 PM 🏟️ Gustafson Stadium UIL Playoffs Round 3 Ticket Link: tinyurl.com/Round3sk25

Congratulations goes to the Steele Counseling team on earning the CREST award, which recognizes model counseling programs across the state of Texas! We are blessed with the best! ⚔️⚔️⚔️

Steele Wrestling had a great weekend at the Brawl on Stahl Tournament at Madison High School. The girls team placed 1st and the boys placed 5th. Well done, Knights!