Q2 SPORTS TRYOUTS:
Sports: Badminton, Softball, Baseball & Boys Volleyball
Permission slips are in the school office or at ttps://www.mesasports.org/jha/forms/
When: All tryouts are held immediately after school and athletes are expected to attend all tryout days:
BADMINTON - 9/29, 10/2, 10/3
SOFTBALL - 10/2, 10/3, 10/5
BASEBALL - 10/2, 10/3, 10/5
BOYS VOLLEYBALL - 10/18,10/19,10/20
(open gym for boys volleyball - 10/17)
Fee: $100 or students with FREE or REDUCED MEALS may qualify for reduced fees. We encourage all families to complete a meal app.
Picture Retakes
Friday, September 29, 9:15 am
Come prepared - to have a new picture taken, bring your picture envelop with all of your pictures and any necessary retake fees. Camera or photographer error is FREE of charge. Retakes due to personal preference (clothing, hair style) will be charged $5. Questions? Contact All Pro at (480) 830-5667
Someburros Restaurant Day
Thursday, Sept. 28, Longbow Parkway & Recker
Stop by Someburros anytime on Thursday to enjoy a delicious meal and benefit Shepherd Stallions too! A whopping 30% of all orders will go to Shepherd PTO when you show the flyer or mention Shepherd Junior High.
Choir "Anaheim Trip" Parent Meeting
Monday, September 25, Auditorium, 6:30 pm
Parents, be sure to come and learn about all of the trip details, costs, and timeline. This is a terrific opportunity for choir students and a favorite Shepherd memory for many of them!
Orchestra Concert, September 28, 7 pm
Thursday night is the Orchestra concert and you’re invited! This concert is FREE of charge.
PARENT INVOLVEMENT - PTO & SIAC
PTO - Monday, September 25, 4:15 pm
SIAC - Tuesday, September 26, 4:15 pm
Parents are invited to attend PTO and/or SIAC this week. Come be a part of the Stallion community, we‘d love to welcome you! Both meetings will be held in the Office Conference Room and all parents/guardians are welcome to attend.
"Kindergartner" Spirit Day - Friday, Spetember 15
Come dressed as a kindergarten student!
Kona Ice @ Lunch, Friday, September 15 - $4
Thursday, August 17, 6 – 7:50 pmAuditorium doors open at 5:45 pmParents/Guardians are invited to Shepherd’s Open House. Begin the evening in the Auditorium, hearing from Principal Benza and TITLE 1 Specialist, Ms. Forster. Then follow your student’s schedule, sitting in each classes. Teachers will present curriculum details, classroom procedures, and contact info. Be sure to follow your student’s schedule in sequence so that you receive the correct class information. This event is for parents/guardians and is not intended for students.ScheduleWhat is Title 1Parent’s Right to Know
School Picture Day - Tuesday, August 15
Remember to put on your favorite school outfit, style up your hair, practice your best smile, and get ready to say “CHEESE” because Tuesday is school picture day! For your convenience, you can order using the photo envelopes coming home or online.
Shepherd Weekly Update, July 23, 2023
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YtYc4Ij79theviFN-qb9KxTmbIkanmV_/view?usp=sharing
WEB Orientation Bus Routes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1vlrsVcmpBnFXLiqGbtDXf6GJBpcfQxwr/view?usp=sharing
Please feel free to call the office if you need assistance determining your route.
WEB Orientation for 7th grade & new students is July 27, 9 am – 12 noon.
SIGN UP: by July 26 @ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvH9lwME-JNL1DYayR7eY4QmZQKM1_UY8850SCVQtPv3Ry5g/viewform
2022-2023 Awards Evening
Thursday, May 18, 6 PM, Auditorium
Honorees should arrive by 5:50 PM
Our Shepherd Stallions are a pretty amazing group of students & we’re recognizing several for a job well done! If you were notified that your Stallion is receiving an award, please plan to join us in the gym for this special evening.
Questions – please email Mrs. Ampha at slampha@mpsaz.org
Band & Guitar Concert - May 16 , 7 PM, Auditorium
Come on out and enjoy this year end concert. All are welcome!
Dance Concert - Everyone is welcome!
Thursday, May 4, 7 PM
BARRO’S PIZZA Day to benefit WEB!
Wednesday, May 3,
10:30 AM – 11 PM,
Power & McDowell
Young At Art Gala - You’re Invited!
Friday, April 21, 5 - 10 PM - 155 N Center St
The Young At Art Gala is an open-house style art show with free entertainment and food samples from MPS Culinary programs. Come view amazing artwork from talented student artists throughout Mesa Public Schools, including entries from some fantastic Stallion artists! More information can be found at https://www.mpsaz.org/arts/visual_arts/young_at_art_show
Close Up Trip Parent Meeting
Monday, April 17, 6:30 PM, Library
If your student is planning to attend the 8th grade Close Up trip, please ensure that you attend the mandatory parent meeting a week from Monday on April 17th. The meeting will be in the Library at 6:30 PM and will cover the final details of the trip.
Questions – Contact Mr. Larry Johnson at ldjohnson@mpsaz.org or (480) 472-1933
SIAC meets Tuesday at 4:15 PM in the office conference room. All parents and guardians are welcome to attend.