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Originally delivered on 9/12/2024 11:01 am

SUBJECT: Shepton PTSA Newsletter - September 12, 2024 Edition

September 12, 2024 Edition
Upcoming Events
Thursday, September 12
11:00a PTSA Spirit Day at Baskin-Robbins!
Friday, September 13
11:00a PTSA Board Meeting
Monday, September 16
6:00p Plano ISD College Night
Tuesday, September 17
6:00p Shepton Fall 2024 Open House
7:30p PTSA General Membership Meeting
Monday, September 30
6:00p Homecoming 2024 Parade & Pep Rally
Wednesday, October 2
11:00a PTSA Spirit Day at Shake Shack!
Friday, October 4
7:00p Homecoming 2024 Game - Plano West vs. Plano Senior
Saturday, October 5
7:00p Homecoming 2024 Dance (Details TBD)
Friday, October 11
End of First Grading Period
11:00a PTSA Board Meeting
Events & Announcements
Shepton PTSA Spirit Day at Baskin-Robbins Today!!

Cool off and raise funds for the Shepton PTSA during our Baskin-Robbins Spirit Day on Thursday, September 12! 

Baskin Robbins at Parker & Parkwood in Plano is donating 31% of all purchases made on Thursday, September 12 from 11:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m. back to Shepton PTSA.

Swing by anytime between for a shake, cone, or ice cream cake and savor the sweetness of giving back to your school while you indulge your sweet tooth!

Open House is Tuesday, September 17!

Shepton's Open House is Tuesday, September 17 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.!

Come walk your student's bell schedule and meet their teachers to get a feel for what a day at Shepton is like. 

Make sure to print your student's schedule in Skyward Family Access before you arrive!

Shepton Counselors will be there with PSAT information, so come join us! 

Plus, PTSA will hold our September General Membership Meeting immediately after Open House in the Shepton Library, where you'll have a chance to meet Mrs. Washington and hear about our upcoming events. We will have cookies and look forward to meeting you!

We hope to see you there!

Volunteer in the Shepton Copy Room!

Want to do something that directly helps our Shepton teachers and staff? Volunteer in the Copy Room!

We have time slots available on Monday and Wednesday mornings, but are flexible with dates and times. Click here to sign up!

Don't forget--all PISD volunteers must have an approved 24-25 VOLY background check on file with the school office before arriving on campus. To complete your background check, visit https://plano.voly.org/.

Questions? Please contact Salima Haddad at copyroom@sheptonptsa.org. Thank you for your help!

Show Your Creativity with Reflections!

Reflections is a National PTA sponsored arts recognition program that encourages artistic expression. Celebrate arts learning in our school community by participating in Reflections!

This year's theme is "Accepting Imperfection..."

Six categories: Visual Arts, Photography, Literature, Film Production, Dance Choreography, and Music Composition

Deadline: Friday, November 1 at 4:00 p.m. 

For more information, check out Texas PTA - Reflections Overview.

All students can participate in Reflections as long as the student or at least one person from their primary household is a Shepton PTSA member before November 1. Click here to join our PTSA.

Visit our website for the Rules & Entry Forms in both English and Spanish.

Questions? Contact Sharon Ginchansky at reflections@sheptonptsa.org. Thank you!

Your PTSA Donation Matters!

Your PTSA donations have a direct impact on our Shepton students and staff!

We're gearing up to launch our Teacher Grants in September and have a goal of filling more than $2000 in Teacher Grants. We're just $1000 shy of our goal! If you'd like to help us continue making an impact on our school, please donate hereAny amount helps! 

Did you know that your donation is tax-deductible? Shepton PTSA is a 501(c)(3) organization, and contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed. You will receive confirmation of your contribution on your receipt. 

Thank you so much for your support!

Thank You, 24-25 Shepton PTSA Partners!

These local businesses have donated to Shepton PTSA to help support more than 1400 students & families that are part of our Shepton community. Thank you, PTSA Partners!

Make sure to visit our partner businesses and support them as well!

Want to learn more about partnering with Shepton PTSA? Visit us here or contact us at ways@sheptonptsa.org

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! 

Support Our Shepton & Plano West Booster Clubs!
HOCO 2024 is Coming! Purchase your Mum & Garter Today!

This year, the Shepton Sapphires are partnering with The Mum Shop to make buying your Homecoming mum and/or garter super simple!

To order online from The Mum Shop, scan the QR code in the image above or click here.

To order in person, visit The Mum Shop at their new location at 104 N. Greenville Ave. in Allen.

Cost: The Base Mum starts at $40 and the Base Garter starts at $35. Please note that the base cost does not include any customization or add-ons. The Mum Shop has plenty of bells and whistles for you to add to create your perfect mum or garter!

Deadline: Order by Thursday, September 26

Pickup: Orders will be available for pickup on Tuesday, October 1 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the Shepton Cafeteria

Your Sapphires will be sharing samples of both mums and garters during all lunches!

** Wear your mum or garter to school on Friday, October 4 and show your Shepton school spirit! **

PISD Happenings
Tonight! Arts Inspire - A Celebration of the Arts with Daveed Diggs

Let the arts inspire you tonight at an evening showcasing the talents of young, award-winning artists and hear a moderated discussion with Grammy & Tony-winning actor, writer and producer, Daveed Diggs.

From Broadway’s Hamilton to Disney’s The Little Mermaid, Daveed’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear him live tonight, September 12 at at 7:30 p.m. at the Robinson Fine Arts Center.  

Grab your tickets now: https://www.pisd.edu/artsinspire.

Robinson Fine Arts Center | 1800 Alma Dr, Plano, TX 75075

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