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Originally delivered on 11/7/2024 11:01 am

SUBJECT: Shepton PTSA Newsletter - November 7, 2024 Edition

November 7, 2024 Edition
Upcoming Events
Friday, November 8
11:00a PTSA Board Meeting
Monday, November 11
Veterans Day
6:00p Journey to Shepton - Electives Fair for 8th & 9th Grade Families
Saturday, November 16
9:00a Shepton Wolfpack Family Fest
Events & Announcements
PISD Virtual Dual Credit Information Session Tonight!

Start Earning College Credits Now – While in High School!

Plano ISD is hosting a Virtual Dual Credit Information Night on Thursday, November 7, at 6:30 p.m.. This session is perfect for students and families looking to get ahead academically and save on future college tuition!

During the event, you’ll learn:

  • The Benefits of Dual Credit – Get a jump start on college coursework
  • Application Timeline & How to Apply – Stay on track with important deadlines
  • Course Options Available – Explore classes that fit your goals

Register today at pisd.edu/DualCreditInfoNight!

All-Month Spirit Event at Andrew's American Pizza Kitchen!

Join Shepton PTSA at Andrew's American Pizza Kitchen for a unique All-Month Spirit Event!

Andrew's, one of our 24-25 PTSA Partners, and Shepton PTSA bring you the "Hungry Like a Wolf" Special throughout November! 

With this special, you can get a 10" American Meat Pizza and 6 wings for just $22, with $2 from each special going back to Shepton PTSA. 

Order your special today! It's a tasty way to support one of our community restaurants and Shepton PTSA!

Journey to Shepton Electives Fair Monday, November 11!

Calling all Shepton 9th Grade and Frankford/Renner 8th Grade Families!

Come learn about your elective course options for 9th and 10th grade at the "Journey to Shepton" Electives Fair on Monday, November 11 from 6:00-7:30 p.m.!

This is a great way to get information about Shepton's electives for the 2025-2026 school year. You won't want to miss this!

PALs "Sock for the Sole" Collection Drive Open Through November 15!

Shepton’s PALs are excited to take part in the district-wide "Sock for the Sole" collection drive, aimed at providing warmth and comfort to those in need. From November 4-15, students and staff are encouraged to bring in new socks to help make a meaningful impact. All collected socks will be donated to local shelters to support individuals and families during the colder months.

Your contributions can make a real difference, so let's come together, Shepton! Drop off your sock donations at the collection points throughout the school and join PALs in spreading warmth and kindness this season.

Sapphires' "Operation Turkey" Drive is Open Through November 15!

Shepton High School’s Sapphires are proud to participate in "Operation Turkey," an initiative dedicated to helping those in need this holiday season. From Monday, November 4 through Friday, November 15, the Sapphires will be collecting non-perishable food items, canned goods, and essential supplies. This is a wonderful opportunity for our school community to come together and make a difference. All donations will contribute to providing Thanksgiving meals to families who might otherwise go without.

Let's show our support and generosity, Shepton! Bring your items to the designated collection points around campus and help the Sapphires make this season brighter for everyone.

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?

Tom Thumb's Good Neighbor Rewards Program links your Reward Card to Shepton High School, while Kroger's Community Rewards Program helps us raise money for Shepton PTSA while shopping for your groceries. 

Click here for more information about these programs.

Thank you for supporting Shepton PTSA!

Volunteer in the Shepton Copy Room!

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

>> 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. 

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

Use the Tip Line to Report Campus Concerns!

Did you know that Plano ISD maintains a tip line to allow parents, students, and community members to report concerns affecting our campuses? This includes threats, bullying, drug use, suspected abuse or neglect, and any number of other concerns that may affect the physical safety or health of our students. 

Learn more about the Tip Line here!

Let's help keep Shepton safe for our school community!

Thank You, 24-25 Shepton PTSA Partners
We Appreciate Our PTSA Partners!

This year, several local businesses have donated to Shepton PTSA to help support more than 1400 students & families that are part of our Shepton community. Activate, Andrew's American Pizza Kitchen, Everbowl, Lepley Orthodontics, Mathnasium Plano, and Veritex Community Bank have each received special inspirational banners displayed in the gym showing how they support Shepton.

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. Thank you, PTSA Partners!

Support Our Shepton & Plano West Booster Clubs!
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