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Originally delivered on 11/6/2025 11:01 am

SUBJECT: Shepton PTSA Newsletter - November 6, 2025 Edition

🍂 November 6, 2025 Edition 🍂
Upcoming Events
Friday, November 7
11:00a PTSA Board Meeting
Monday, November 10
6:30p Journey to Shepton Electives Fair
Tuesday, November 11
Veterans Day
Monday, November 17
6:30p Conversation & Connection with Principal Jacob
Events & Announcements
Shepton PTSA Hosts First Lunch & Learn!

Shepton PTSA was proud to host our first Lunch & Learn program on Friday, October 24 sponsored by our community partner RBFCU!

Students enjoyed an engaging and interactive session on financial literacy and credit, all while being treated to a free pizza lunch complete with cookies, water, and sodas. 

Our Shepton Wolves were able to gain real-world knowledge about budgeting, credit, and savings with a fun lunchtime experience with friends.

A huge thank you to RBFCU for taking the time to educate our students, and for their generous sponsorship of the pizza lunch. 

Stay tuned for more Lunch & Learn opportunities coming soon for your Shepton Wolf!  

Congratulations to Our 2025 PTSA Innovative Grant Winners!

The PTSA is proud to announce the recipients of this year’s Teacher Grant Awards, recognizing innovative ideas and programs that enrich our students’ learning experience.

  • Marcie Ashford - Humanities Programming
  • Suzy Gray - CORE Team
  • Ivan Moya Cano - Soccer Club
  • Wendy Tyler - Hope Squad
  • Ellen Watts - Art Innovations

Congratulations to all our recipients! Thank you for your dedication to our students and for continuing to make a difference every day.

We are so grateful for our PTSA members and community partners whose generous support makes these grants possible! Your investment directly impacts our students and helps bring creativity and inspiration to classrooms across campus.

Texas PTA Life Membership Nominations Open!

The Honorary Texas PTA Life Membership is one of the highest honors given by Texas PTA, recognizing individuals for their outstanding contributions to the well-being of children.

Shepton PTSA invites you to nominate a teacher, staff member, parent volunteer, or PTSA leader who has made an exceptional difference in our Shepton community.

Please complete the Texas PTA Life Membership Nomination Form by Wednesday, November 19.  If you have questions or would like to serve on the Life Membership Committee, please contact Lisa, our VP-Membership, at Membership@sheptonptsa.org.

Thank you for helping us celebrate those who make a lasting impact!

Journey to Shepton Electives Fair Monday, November 10!

Attention all 8th and 9th grade students and families! Get ready for Journey to Shepton, an exciting event where Shepton High School’s elective teachers and club representatives will showcase the incredible opportunities available for the 2026–2027 school year.

Explore a wide variety of classes, programs, and student organizations designed to help you find your passions and make the most of your high school experience. Whether you’re interested in the arts, technology, leadership, or athletics—there’s something for everyone at Shepton!

Don’t miss your chance to see what Shepton has to offer and start planning your perfect schedule!

Come meet the teachers, connect with student leaders, and take the next step on your Shepton journey!

Conversation & Connection with Principal Jacob Monday, November 17!

Shepton parents and guardians, come join Principal Jacob and the PTSA for an informal evening of conversation over coffee on Monday, November 17 at 6:30 p.m. With the first quarter complete, this is a wonderful opportunity to discuss how the year is progressing, hear key updates, and ask questions in a relaxed setting.

Mark your calendars--we hope to see you there!

Attention Shepton Student Drivers!

Congratulations on completing drivers education and earning your drivers license! If you plan to park in the Shepton student parking lot during the day, make sure that you have a 25-26 student parking permit visible in your front windshield. 

Having a parking permit keeps your car safe from being towed at Shepton, Jasper, and Plano West during athletic periods or zero hour classes.

All current student drivers must have a valid 2025–2026 parking permit attached to their front windshield. Permits are sold through Rycor for $25 each. 

Click here to access Rycor and complete the permit application process.

Keep your car from getting towed--purchase your student parking permit today! 

Show Your Wolfpack Spirit--Vote Plano West!

Blue Nation, it’s GO TIME! Plano West is in the FINALS in the Friday Night Lights Spirit Competition on FM Station 99.5 The Wolf against Keller Central High School, and we need your help! 

Let's show everyone that Plano West has the most school spirit in the Metroplex! 

The last school standing scores $2,000 for their schools Athletic Department… and claims the title of Friday Night Lights Champion!

Round FIVE of Friday Night Lights ends Monday, November 10 at 9:59am, so vote now!

☑️ Vote now ➝ https://www.995thewolf.com/fridaynightlights/ ☑️

You can vote as many times as you’d like — just hit submit and refresh! 

Please note: Use of any automated system to cast any vote is prohibited and will result in disqualification of such votes. 

Let's finish strong, Wolfpack! West Side = Best Side!

Shepton Copy Room Volunteers Wanted!

Want to give back to our teachers and staff in a meaningful way? Volunteer in the Copy Room! Shepton has 1150+ students, which means a lot of copies are needed each day. Help our teachers out by signing up for a 2-hour block today! 

We have times available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00-11:00 a.m., and would love to have your assistance.

Click here to sign up!

Don't forget! An approved 25-26 PISD background check from VOLY is required for all volunteers!

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

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!

Support Our Shepton & Plano West Community
Scan the QR code to order!
Plano ISD Happenings
eSchool Registration for Fall 2025 is Open!

Calling all Plano ISD high schoolers: Get ahead on graduation credits with eSchool Fall 2025!

Work on courses outside of regular school hours to earn credits toward graduation – perfect for getting ahead or catching up.

What is eSchool? eSchool is a supplemental online learning program that offers students the flexibility to meet their academic goals. Students in grades 9-12 can earn credits toward graduation in a variety of courses while working on their own time and in their own space.

Register by November 17 to begin coursework over Thanksgiving Break!

Make sure to consult with your counselor about your options for graduation plans.

For more information, visit https://pisd.edu/eschool.

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