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Originally delivered on 11/9/2023 11:01 am

SUBJECT: Shepton PTSA Newsletter - November 9, 2023

November 9, 2023 Edition
Upcoming Events
Thursday, November 9
5:00p 10th Grade Parent Meeting for 24-25 11th Graders - Dual Credit Information
6:00p 10th Grade Parent Meeting for 24-25 11th Graders - "Moving Out West"
Saturday, November 11
Veterans Day
Friday, November 17
11:00a PTSA Board Meeting
Monday, November 20
Thanksgiving Break - No School for Students & Staff
Tuesday, November 21
Thanksgiving Break - No School for Students & Staff
Wednesday, November 22
Thanksgiving Break - No School for Students & Staff
Thursday, November 23
Thanksgiving Break - No School for Students & Staff
Friday, November 24
Thanksgiving Break - No School for Students & Staff
2024-2025 Shepton & Plano West Parent Information Meetings
10th Grade Parent Meeting "Moving Out West" is Tonight!

Plano West Senior High School would like to invite all Shepton 10th Grade students and their parents to "Moving Out West" on Thursday, November 9 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. "Moving Out West" is an educational planning night for all incoming juniors and their parents. Students and parents will choose six sessions they want to attend to learn more about specific courses, different levels of courses, or areas of interest for electives and extracurricular activities.

A special informational session is being offered from 5:00-5:55 and 6:00-6:55 for anyone considering taking a Collin College dual credit course. These special sessions will be in the Auditorium located in C bldg. (Fine Arts building)

Please clickherefor more details and planning materials. Hope to see you there!

Events & Announcements
Veterans Day is Saturday, November 11!

Shepton PTSA extends our thanks and gratitude to all who have served our country. Make sure you thank a veteran this Saturday, November 11!

We honor and appreciate our veterans!

Thanksgiving Break is Coming Up November 20-24!

Thanksgiving Break is coming up the week of November 20-24! We hope you have a restful time off enjoying time with family and friends!

Plano West Boys Soccer Tryouts Are November 27-29!

Plano West Boys Soccer tryouts will be Monday, November 27 through Wednesday, November 29. Players should report to the turf field by Plano West by 7:15 a.m. Tryouts will end at 8:30 a.m., and locker rooms will be provided for students to use to get ready for their first period class.

Questions? Please contact Plano West Boys Soccer Coach Clint Cobb at clint.cobb@pisd.edu.

Tutorial Schedules Available!

Need a tutorial schedule? All Shepton tutorial schedules are available here. Make sure to bookmark this link and check back often for any changes.

For any questions about tutorials, please contact your student's teacher directly. Thanks!

Join the Shepton PTSA Today!

Support our students and staff by purchasing a 2023-2024 membership! Your annual Shepton PTSA membership helps provide programs that will enhance our students' learning, while showing your appreciation for all that our Shepton staff does for our kids. 

Anyone can join the Shepton PTSA--parents, grandparents, students, and staff members. Community members are also welcome to join!

Did you know that students can join the Shepton PTSA? Any student that joins Shepton PTSA for both freshman and sophomore years is eligible to apply for our $500 college scholarship awarded during their senior year!

Click here to join today and help support your Shepton PTSA!

Questions? Please contact Hilary Dietz atmembership@sheptonptsa.org. Thanks for your support!

Check Out Our Shepton Wolves Spirit Wear!

Show everyone your Wolfpack spirit while sporting some great Shepton Wolves Spirit Wear! This year, we have new designs, including a blue cotton short-sleeve t-shirt with designs on the front and back and a gray cotton long-sleeve hoodie. Plus, we have all-new Shepton Wolves pajama pants and a cool new Wolves decal! 

Spirit Wear is available in our Online Store. Order early to ensure that you get your size!

Questions? Please contact Karen Hazan-Cohen or Kim Velevis atspiritwear@sheptonptsa.org.

Come Volunteer with Shepton PTSA!

Shepton PTSA is an an all-volunteer organization, and are always looking for great volunteers to support our programs and events.

Don't forget! All PTSA and Shepton volunteers must renew their PISD background checks each school year through the VOLY Plano ISD volunteer management system. Click here to access VOLY and review your background check. 

Questions? Please contact Lisa Hingson at volunteers@sheptonptsa.org. Thank you!

Get Social With Shepton!

Are you following Shepton PTSA on social media? Connect with us and stay up-to-date on Shepton happenings! Click a link below to like and follow Shepton PTSA:

Did you know that Shepton High School is also on social media? Like and follow Shepton High School at these links:

Shepton & Plano West Booster Club Events
Support the Shepton Choir!

Get a tasty treat and support the Shepton Choir during their Gourmet Popcorn Fundraiser!  Find a choir student to purchase from or shop online using this link: http://bit.ly/shspopcorn.

Orders are due by Monday, November 13.

Let's make this fundraiser a hit!

Buy a Tumbler and Support the Plano West Wrestling Club!

Want a cool new water bottle? The Plano West Wrestling Booster Club has you covered! Visit their website here to pick out your tumbler and design. Bonus--every tumbler purchase benefits the Wrestling Booster Club!

Questions? Please contactask@PlanoWestWrestling.org. Thanks for your support!

Plano ISD Happenings
Plano ISD Academy Programs Information Available!

Plano ISD offers several different Academy program options to students based on their interests and postsecondary goals. 

Each Plano ISD Academy program is providing open houses and virtual meetings starting this month so families can learn more details about each individual program and ask questions.

Please visit thePlano ISD Academies web pagefor more information. or contact Kristyn Edneywith any questions.

Plano ISD Long-Range Facility Planning Meetings

As part of Plano ISD’s ongoing strategic road-mapping process and as the district begins work on a long-range facility plan, Plano ISD families, staff, and community members are invited to attend and participate in a community input meeting near you. 

Meetings are conveniently located at six locations throughout the district, and some meetings will have Spanish translation or sign language interpreters available. Click here to see a list of meeting dates and times. 

You can attend any meeting in any cluster/attendance zone. West Cluster meeting dates and times are below.

Want to learn more?Check out the Frequently Asked Questions here or visit www.pisd.edu/facilityroadmap for more information. #LevelUpPlanoISD

Jasper High School

Monday, November 13, 2023
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

6800 Archgate Dr., Room 1100
Plano, TX 75024

Shepton High School

Tuesday, April 9, 2024
6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
5505 Plano Pkwy., Presentation Room
Plano, TX 75093

Spanish translation provided

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