LifeTouch will be at Shawnee Middle School on Wednesday, February 12th for Spring pictures. If you are interested in getting student pictures have your student get a picture form in the office.
SMS: IT’S THE BATTLE OF THE CLASSES!! Shawnee Middle School Student Government is running a canned food drive. We asking all students to bring in their canned goods from Monday, January 27 through Friday, January 31st. There will be separate bins for your grade. The winning grade will earn a reward!
All 8th graders need to bring their red SHS Course of Studies Booklets to school tomorrow. Students will be receiving 9th grade course recommendations and working on four year plans over the next few school days.
We’re excited to introduce a new newsletter designed to keep parents and the community informed and engaged! Check out the January 2025 edition of "From the Desk of Don Diglia" by visiting https://5il.co/35eyb. Be sure to check your email or visit our website each month for the latest edition!
The last day to order a yearbook is Thursday, January 23rd, 2025. Please click the link for an order form.
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SMS Students: Temperatures are going to be very cold for the next couple of weeks so check the forecast daily. Be prepared to bundle up. Exposed skin for even small amounts of time will be dangerous.
Sixth graders engage in STEM activities by performing their NASA Mission Launch Lab to determine which angle will successfully land a 10 meter marked target.
In light of the weather forecast with potential snow tonight/tomorrow morning, if there is a two-hour delay and school is in session, the early dismissal would be cancelled and school would be dismissed at the normal time.
Tomorrow is the last day for the Book Swap! A snake is moving into Lab 2 for STEM Day Thursday, so we're wrapping up a bit early.
Students, be sure to bring in your red book swap tickets TOMORROW if you still have them.
Thank you everyone for participating, it's been a huge success!
On December 21st the price will increase to $35. The final day to pre-order a yearbook is January 23rd. Order forms are in the literature tray outside the office or can be ordered online at www.yearbookforever.com (be sure to search Shawnee MIDDLE School).
After 23 rounds of competition, Jason Chukwuma-Eze spelled "kippers" correctly to become the SMS Spelling Bee Champion. Ini Balogun spelled many difficult words correctly as well and finished as the Runner-Up. Both 5th graders did an outstanding job! Congratulations to Jason, Ini and all of today's participants!
Candy Gram Sales Extended!
Due to the school closure on Tuesday, candy gram sales will continue through tomorrow at lunch! 🎄✨
Candy canes are only $0.50 each! Make sure you have the full name of the person you’re sending it to, along with their last period teacher.
Don’t miss out—spread some holiday cheer! 🎅🏼🍬
The SMS Spelling Bee is rescheduled for Friday 12/13 at 8:30 am.
SMS Families, due to the 2hr delay, the Spelling Bee will be postponed until 10:00am today.
Congratulations to the November staff members of the month: Mrs. Cooper and Mrs. Gross! Both were nominated by colleagues for their outstanding contributions and efforts.
Congratulations to our November Students of the Month who received the Shawnee Salute Award! The Shawnee Salute Award recognizes students who go above and beyond exemplifying our Indian Expectations.
It's last call for gently used, middle school appropriate books for the Book Swap. The last collection day is this Friday, December 6th. We will 'Open Up Shop' on Tuesday, December 10th for the Swap. Students are bringing in some great books, be sure your student brings in something to participate!
🎉 Shawnee Middle School Winter Dance 🎉
Mark your calendars! The Shawnee Middle School Winter Dance is happening on December 11 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM.
💰 Entry Fee: $5
📸 Photos: Available for just $1 in the library
7th graders should enter through the front of the building using the main doors, while 8th graders should enter through the back using the 7th & 8th grade cafeteria doors.
We’re also accepting donations of individually wrapped snacks. If you’d like to contribute, please drop them off in the Middle School office by the morning of the event.
Come join us for an evening of fun, music, and memories! See you there!
It's the traditional sounds of the season. The 6th - 12th grade band concert, Holiday Harmonies! Join us for an evening of wonderful music! Sunday, December 8th at 3 pm in Lappin Gymnasium.
Join our 6th - 8th grade choirs for an evening of wonderful music! Wednesday, December 4th at 7 pm in Hugh Downs Auditorium.
