Q3 Sports
XC @ Stapley - Jan 31, 3:15 pm;
7th Flag Football & Volleyball HOME vs Summit - Feb 1, 5 pm;
8th Flag Football & Volleybal @ Summit - Feb 1, 5 pm
In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr./Civil Rights Day, there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 15th. Enjoy a fun and safe day off and we’ll see you back in school on Tuesday!
Happy Holidays from Shepherd Junior High! Winter break is December 22 - January 8, with 2nd semester beginning on Tuesday, January 9th. The office will open at 8:15 am that day. We wish you a wonderful holiday break!
PASTRIES with PRINCIPAL BENZA - Friday, December 8, 8-9 AM, Media Center
Parents & Guardians, please join Principal Benza this Friday morning for coffee, pastries, and conversation. We hope to see you there!
CHICK-fil-A Fundraiser - Tuesday, December 5, 3-7 pm, Power & McKellips Location
Eat Mor Chikin this Tuesday for the AVID Club Chick-fil-A restaurant fundraiser. Plan to enjoy a delicious meal at Chick-fil-A anytime, 3-7 PM, and help support this excellent program.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS-
Mobile App Orders - Choose Carry-out, Dine-in, or Drive-thru. Click "Yes, I'd like to support" Type “AVID23”
In Person Orders - Guest must mention “Shepherd Jr. High” when ordering with a Team Member.
ORCHESTRA CONCERT – December 5 at 7 PM
Join us this Tuesday evening in the Auditorium for the Orchestra concert. The concert is FREE of charge and everyone is welcome to attend, however, students in the audience must attend with a parent or guardian. We hope to see you there!
Clear Bag Policy Event
Hello Stallion Community,
Tomorrow evening is our BIG annual STEAM Spooktacular and we hope you are planning to come! With so many spooktacular exhibits to explore, this event is sure to be fun for the whole family and everybody is invited!
Look for EXHIBITS from AZ Science Center, Liberty Wildlife, Phoenix Herpetological Society, Apache Jct. Rock & Gem Club, Mesa Fire Department & many more. In fact, we have close to 40 exhibits for you to enjoy!
Enjoy PERFORMANCES from Shepherd Teen Court, Musical Theatre, Band, Choir, Orchestra & Dance. Performances will be in the GYM this year for you to enjoy.
Come Hungry - Wellzy’s Woodfired Pizza and Soda Rush will be out on the basketball courts!
Remember the MPS Clear Bag Protocol is in effect. Learn more here.
Please note: this is a family event and students should be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
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