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Originally delivered on 8/15/2024 11:01 am

SUBJECT: Shepton PTSA Newsletter - August 15, 2024 Edition

August 15, 2024 Edition
Upcoming Events
Thursday, August 15
Chromebook Distribution Day
Friday, August 16
Chromebook Distribution Day
Tuesday, August 27
10:00a Spirit Night *All Day* at Jersey Mike's!
Friday, August 30
Fall Picture/School ID Day
Monday, September 2
Labor Day Holiday - No School for Students & Staff
Events & Announcements
Welcome Back, Shepton Families!

Welcome to the 24-25 school year!

**Starting this year, the first bell for high school and senior high schools is at 9:05 a.m. and dismissal is at 4:30 p.m. **

Want a copy of the Shepton bell schedule? Click here or click the Bell Schedule tile in the Helpful Links section on our website.

Best wishes to our Shepton Community for a great school year!

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Let's Make Carpool Safe for Everyone!

Shepton Parents, please see the Dropoff / Pickup Map for Shepton High School.  In order to ensure everyone's safety, please review the information in the green (DO) and yellow (DON'T) sections. 

Thank you so much for your cooperation!  

  • DO ENTER through the "Enter Only" drive.

  • DO follow traffic pattern as indicated by the arrows.

  • DO ensure that your student is ready to exit the vehicle SAFELY as you approach the school doors.

  • DO drop your student off no later than 8:55 am. They need time to get to their class. Plan your time accordingly.

  • DO exercise patience!

  • DON'T ENTER through the "Exit Only" drive.
  • DON'T impede the flow of traffic by stopping in the driving lanes. If you need more time, PARK!

  • DON'T drop off or pick up student in the bus lane, on Plano Parkway, or on Winding Hollow Lane. These are NOT SAFE or LEGAL options!

Chromebook Distribution Volunteers Wanted!

Come help our CTA, Ms. Heredia-Aranza, distribute Chromebooks to our students on Thursday, August 15 and Friday, August 16! We have both morning and afternoon shifts available on both Thursday and Friday, and would love to have your help.

Click here to sign up for a shift!

Reminder! All volunteers must have an approved 24-25 PISD background check from VOLY!

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

Shepton School Supplies Packs on Sale!

Make it easy and purchase your school supplies through Shepton PTSA! Our supplies pack has all the standard supplies that our teachers recommend, and are a great way to get ready for school without having to visit all the stores.

Hurry and get your supplies packs at our Online Store herebefore August 16! Quantity is limited, so place your order today! 

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

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Support Shepton PTSA & Purchase an Activate Gift Card!

Activate Games, a Shepton PTSA Partner, has provided us with several $25 gift cards for fundraising. When you purchase Activate Gift Cards through Shepton PTSA, Activate donates 96% of the purchases back to our PTSA!

Quantity is limited and the donation to Shepton PTSA applies **only** if purchased through this form. Order your gift cards today!

Spread the word--anyone can purchase their Activate Gift Cards through Shepton PTSA!

Activate Dallas is located at 5013 W. Plano Parkway in Plano (NW corner of Preston Road and Plano Parkway).

Visit their website at https://playactivate.com/dallas for more information and to book your adventure!

Gift Card digital codes will be sent via email. Thanks for your purchase!

Shepton PTSA Spirit Night at Jersey Mike's August 27!

Come get a great sandwich and support Shepton PTSA with our Spirit Night at Jersey Mike's from 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 27! Mention Shepton PTSA when placing your order and Jersey Mike's will donate a percentage of your purchase to our PTSA. It's an easy way to support our PTSA while enjoying a great meal!

Jersey Mike's is located at 4520 Frankford Rd. in Dallas.

(SW corner of Frankford Rd. and the Dallas North Tollway)

Hope to see you there!

Get Your Shepton Spirit Wear Today!

Show everyone your Wolfpack spirit while sporting some super comfy Shepton Wolves Spirit Wear! T-shirts, hoodies, and PJ pants are perfect for students, faculty, and parents. Quantities are limited so snag one before they're all sold out!

Spirit Wear is available in our Online Store here

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

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! 

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