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Originally delivered on 8/1/2024 11:00 am

SUBJECT: Shepton PTSA Back-to-School Reminders

Back-to-School Reminders
Upcoming Events
Thursday, August 1
4:00p Plano ISD / City of Plano Back to School Fair
Tuesday, August 6
10:00a August Shepton PTSA Board Meeting
Thursday, August 8
Last Day of Summer 2024 Tax-Free Purchase Period!
10:00a Shepton Salute (Schedule Walk)
Tuesday, August 13
9:05a First Day of School *Hours Now 9:05 am-4:30 pm*
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Get Back-to-School Ready!
Shepton Salute is Thursday, August 8!

This year's Shepton Salute is Thursday, August 8 from 10:00 a.m. through 1:00 p.m. During Shepton Salute, your student can walk their schedule, pick up School Supplies Packs and PTSA Spirit Wear, and reconnect with school friends. You can also get info on this year's clubs and organizations!

Shepton staff will also be on hand to help with questions, including how to complete required school forms and outstanding school fines.

You won’t want to miss this, so please plan to attend if you are able!

Want to Volunteer During Shepton Salute?

We are looking for Shepton Salute volunteers! If you have an updated background check and would like to help, please click here to sign up for a shift. We have two shifts available: 10:00-11:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

Thanks for your help!

Schedules Released in Skyward on August 5

Student schedules for the 24-25 school year will be released in Skyward Family Access on Monday, August 5 for all students whose parent/guardians have completed the annual registration forms. 

Need help with Skyward? Visit the Family Access Help page at https://www.pisd.edu/FamilyAccessHelp.

Sip & Support PTSA at Shepton Salute!

Who wants a cool and yummy treat to enjoy after Shepton Salute? 

The Fat Straws truck will be at Shepton on Thursday, August 8 between 10:00 a.m and 1:00 p.m. with plenty of boba tea and mochi donuts available for purchase.

Fat Straws will donate a percentage of the proceeds back to your Shepton PTSA, so come join us!

Get Your Shepton Spirit Wear Today!

Show everyone your Wolfpack spirit while sporting some super comfy Shepton Wolves Spirit Wear! T-shirts and hoodies are perfect for students, faculty, and parents. Plus, we have our always-popular Shepton Wolves PJ pants! 

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

All purchases made before August 8 are tax-free and will be available for pickup at Shepton Salute.

Questions? Please contact us at spiritwear@sheptonptsa.org. Thanks!

Shepton School Supplies Packs on Sale!

Make it easy and purchase your school supplies tax-free through Shepton PTSA! All pre-ordered supplies packs will be available for pickup during Shepton Salute on Thursday, August 8.

Hurry and get your supplies packs at our Online Store here during our tax-free period before it ends August 8!

Questions? Please contact Stella Heidman at supplies@sheptonptsa.org. Thank you!

Join the Shepton PTSA for 2024-2025!

Support Shepton's students, teachers, and faculty by joining Shepton PTSA! Your annual membership dues allow us to continue to bring great programs to our Shepton students and teachers.  

We have several different membership types available, including:

  • Parents/guardians
  • Students
  • Shepton faculty members

Click here to join today!

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

We Welcome Student PTSA Members!

Joining Shepton PTSA as a student comes with perks! PTSA provides our students with additional communications about campus and student events, opportunities to participate in PTSA activities, and a national membership to add to their resume and college entrance forms.

Plus, students who are PTSA members for both 9th and 10th grades are eligible to apply for a $500 Shepton Alumni Scholarship to be awarded their senior year. ONLY Student PTSA members are eligible to apply for the scholarship!

Come Volunteer with Shepton PTSA!

Want to be a part of something great? Come volunteer with us! Shepton PTSA is an all-volunteer organization, and we are always looking for great volunteers to support our programs and events.

Click here to let us know your 24-25 volunteer interests! We have many different volunteering opportunities and would love to have your help.

Questions? Please contact Rosie Rodriguez at volunteers@sheptonptsa.org. Thank you!

Complete Your 24-25 PISD Background Check Today!

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. 

Get started with VOLY at http://plano.voly.org/ today! Please allow 3-5 days for your background check to be processed. 

For more details about the PISD volunteer approval process, please visit pisd.edu/volunteer.

Pre-Order Your Staff Appreciation Casserole!

Although our annual Shepton PTSA Staff Appreciation Casserole Day won't happen until May 2025, get a jump on things and pre-order a casserole or two today! 

Ordering early allows PTSA to plan our events more efficiently, plus it saves you from having to remember later on this school year. It's a win-win!

Your family will listed on our Thank You cards that we include in each staff casserole bag. 

Questions? Please contact us at casseroles@sheptonptsa.org. Thanks!

Support the Shepton Community!
Shop and Support Your Shepton PTSA!

Did you know that you can support Shepton PTSA when doing your grocery shopping at Tom Thumb and Kroger? All you have to do is link your grocery cards to Shepton High School PTSA…it really is that easy! 

Business owners can also link their accounts for their purchases. It's so simple to help raise money for our PTSA!  

Click here for more information.   

Thank you for supporting Shepton PTSA!

Support the Shepton PTSA Donation Campaign!

Please consider donating to support Shepton PTSA through our Annual Donation Campaign!

Our PTSA does not hold traditional fundraising events, so your tax-free donation helps us cover the costs of the programs that ensure every student reaches their potential as a Shepton Wolf. 

Your gift, no matter how big or small, enables us to pay for:

  • Student Speakers
  • Family Engagement Events
  • Student Outreach Needs
  • Teacher Appreciation Events
  • Teacher Wish List Grants
  • Senior Scholarships

We appreciate your support!

Get Social With Shepton!

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