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Originally delivered on 8/28/2025 11:01 am

SUBJECT: Shepton PTSA Newsletter - August 28, 2025 Edition

August 28, 2025 Edition
Upcoming Events
Friday, August 29
Yearbook Picture/School ID Day
4:15p PTSA Spirit Night with Kona Ice!
Monday, September 1
Labor Day Holiday - No School for Students & Staff
Friday, September 5
11:00a PTSA Board Meeting
Wednesday, September 10
6:00p Homecoming 2025 Parade at Plano West
Friday, September 12
7:00p Homecoming 2025 Game - McKinney Boyd vs. Plano West
Saturday, September 13
7:00p Homecoming 2025 Dance at Shepton (times TBD)
Events & Announcements
Fall Picture & ID Day is Friday, August 29!

Start working on your outfit and get ready to say "cheese"! This year's Fall Picture & Shepton ID Day is tomorrow, Friday, August 29. Students will have their yearbook picture and school ID taken during Math class.

We have a few more volunteer slots open and would love to see you! If you'd like to volunteer and have a 25-26 VOLY background check on file, please click here to select a shift.

There will be a picture makeup day announced at a later time. Watch for picture order info coming soon!

Kona Ice is Coming Friday, August 29!

Celebrate the end of the school week with Kona Ice! Shepton PTSA will have the Kona Ice spirit truck right in front of Shepton at dismissal tomorrow, Friday, August 29 from 4:15-5:15 p.m. Grab a cool treat to enjoy with your friends after school!

A percentage of each purchase will be donated to Shepton PTSA. 

Hope to see you there!

Labor Day School Holiday is Monday, September 1!

Shepton and PISD will be closed to students and staff on Monday, September 1 in observance of Labor Day. We hope everyone has a fun and safe extended weekend, and we will see you on Tuesday, September 2! 

Show Your Shepton Pride with a Yard Sign!

Celebrate being a Shepton Wolf with a custom yard sign—perfect for displaying your school spirit right at home! Available in multiple designs, including:

  • WOLVES
  • Band

  • Orchestra

  • Choir

  • Theater

➡️ Don't miss out! Order your yard sign here! ⬅️

A portion of the proceeds from each department-specific sign sold will be donated directly to that Fine Arts Booster Club — it's a great way to support your students and programs while spreading Shepton pride!

Let your neighbors know you're proud to be part of the Shepton community! 

Questions? Please contact us at spiritwear@sheptonptsa.org. Thank you for supporting the Shepton Wolves PTSA—your spirit makes a difference!

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 100% 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!

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

Visit their website for more information. Thanks for your purchase!

Homecoming 2025
Save the Date for Homecoming 2025!

Mark your calendars for Homecoming 2025 this September! Shepton and Plano West have several fun events coming up for our community, including:

  • Wednesday, September 10: Plano West HOCO Parade + Pep Rally
  • Friday, September 12: Friday Night Lights Football with Plano West vs. McKinney Boyd at Clark Stadium
  • Saturday, September 13: Shepton's Homecoming Dance

Watch Shepton's socials and your inbox for more information coming soon. We Are Blue Nation!

Memberships & Volunteering Info
Join the Shepton PTSA for 2025-2026!

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

Clickhereto join Shepton PTSA today!

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

We Welcome Student PTSA Members!

Joining Shepton PTSA as a student member comes with perks! 

  • Stay informed with student-specific updates and events

  • Get involved in campus and PTSA activities

  • Add a National PTSA Membership to college applications and resumes

  • Become eligible for a $500 Shepton Alumni Scholarship (Must be a PTSA member in both 9th and 10th grades to apply during senior year) 

Last year, Shepton PTSA awarded $1,000 in senior scholarships to former Shepton students! Join us today!

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.

Want to volunteer, but not sure how to get started? Click here and complete the Volunteer Interest Form to let us know your volunteer interests.

Then, complete your 25-26 PISD background check today in VOLY

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

Complete Your VOLY Check Today!

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! Make sure to select Shepton High School as one of your campuses of choice. Please allow 3-5 days for your background check to be processed.

For more details about the PISD volunteer approval process, please visit the PISD Volunteering & Partnering web page..

Stay Connected to Shepton
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:

Have a Quick Question about Shepton?

We've put many of our FAQs about Shepton in this section, including links to Skyward, Shepton's bell schedule, and lunch menus in the Helpful Links section on our website at www.SheptonPTSA.org

Plus, learn more about the Shepton carpool procedures for both mornings and afternoons, as well as the new Plano ISD personal electronics policy based on TX HB1481.

Get access to info about Shepton, Plano ISD, and more with just a quick click!

Shepton Morning & Afternoon Carpool Procedures
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Let's Make Carpool Safe for Everyone!

Shepton Families, please take a look at the Shepton High School Carpool Map for both mornings and afternoons. In order to ensure everyone's safety, please review the information in the DO and DON'T sections of the image above. Make sure that you are aware of and are following these rules!

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Have Patience & Be Kind!

Let's be considerate of our fellow carpool families! Thank you so much for your cooperation!

Support Our Shepton & Plano West Community
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