Wolf Pack News

Monday is a student and staff holiday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we are grateful for the opportunity to reflect, & reset. Even with a shorter week, there is a lot of great momentum happening on campus, and we are excited to share it with you.

This week, we are proud to celebrate our student athletes at the School Board meeting, cheer on multiple athletic programs as their seasons continue to ramp up, and most importantly, honor 11 of our Grey Wolves at their Mid-Year Graduation on Thursday, January 22. These moments remind us why Shoemaker is such a special place.

🚪 Morning Entry & Safety Reminders- thank you parents for your support! We appreciate your partnership as we implement district expectations.

To help keep our campus safe and entry moving efficiently:

• Students should walk in with electronics in their hands (not in backpacks or purses).

• Cell phones & Earbuds must be secured in Yondr pouches during the school day.

• Any electronic device that cannot be stored in a Yondr pouch will be held until the student leaves for the day.
  (This process takes time—please encourage students not to bring these devices.)

• Shoemaker is a clear-backpack campus.

⏰ New District Attendance Policy

Arriving 5 minutes after the tardy bell = marked ABSENT

Families have received district notifications, and the full policy is linked below for reference.

• Under the new district policy, students have five minutes after the bell to be marked tardy. After five minutes, the absence is recorded as an absence. Instructional time matters, and students must attend 90% of instructional minutes to earn course credit.
• Please remind students to line up and enter immediately upon arrival so they are in class on time.

· Hallway Walks: Campus staff will be conducting hallway walks this week to help students arrive to class on time and maximize instructional minutes.

· Attendance Questions or Corrections:

o For general attendance concerns, please contact the Attendance Office (details below in the newsletter).

o For absences related to athletics or clubs, contact the coach or sponsor first to ensure attendance is properly cleared.

o Please note: attendance corrections can take 24–48 hours to update in the system.

❄️ Cold Weather Reminders

Central Texas felt the chill this weekend! Please remember:

• Blankets may not be worn in the building (store them in backpacks during the day)

• Hats and hoodies should not be worn during instructional time

🍎 Meals on Campus

Shoemaker High School proudly provides FREE breakfast, lunch, and after-school meals for all students.

💃🕺 Seniors: Prom Information

Prom Date: March 7, 2026

Ticket Prices

• January 12–23: $40 per person

• January 26–February 12: $50 per person

• February 17–March 3: $60 per person

💙 Looking Ahead

As always, if you have questions or need support, please reach out. We are happy to partner with you to ensure every Grey Wolf is supported, present, and successful.

Enjoy this well-deserved long weekend, and we look forward to welcoming students back for a strong, focused short week ahead.

With appreciation and Grey Wolf pride,
Mary Lynn Gawryszewski
Principal, Shoemaker High School

🐺 Once a Grey Wolf, Always a Grey Wolf
Go Grey Wolves! 💙🐾

If you have any questions, please contact the front office at (254) 336-0900.

Any student that needs academic support in their core courses, including Foreign Languages, can attend a tutoring session after school. This program provides students with extra support in their core subjects and a quiet space to study.

• Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday (4:30–6:00 PM)

• Wednesday: 4:45–6:00 PM

• Subjects Offered: Math, History, English, Science, Foreign Language

• Quiet Place Available for independent study or support from non-core teachers.

Students must be in their tutoring room by 4:30 and must conduct themselves in a manner that supports our building expectations. If your student is needing academic support, please encourage them to attend.

Monday, 1/ 19 No School

Tuesday, 1/20 Honors and Recognition at the School Board Meeting 6:00pm

Tuesday, 1/20 Tuesday, 1/20 Girls Basketball 9/JV/V @ Copperas Cove HS 5 / 5:30 / 7 pm

Tuesday, 1/20 Boys Basketball 9/JV/V Vs. Copperas Cove HS 5/5:30/ 6:30/7 pm

Tuesday, 1/20 Girls Soccer JV/V @ Temple HS 5:30/7:15

Tuesday, 1/20 Boys Soccer JVB/JVA/V Vs. Temple HS 4:30/5:45/7:30

Tuesday, 1/20 Bowling All @ Harker Heights 4:15 pm

Tuesday, 1/20 Tennis JV @ Harker Heights

Wednesday, 1/21 wrestling V Vs. HHHS 5:30

Thursday, 1/22 Mid Year Graduation @ Harker Heights - Congratulations to our 11 Graduates

Thursday, 1/22 Swim Swim @ District :Temple High School's James Hardin Swim Center 9

Friday, 1/23 Boys Basketball 9A/9B/JV/V Vs. Midway 5/5:30/6:30/7

Friday, 1/23 Girls Soccer JV/V Vs. Midway 5:30/7:30

Friday, 1/23 Girls Basketball 9/JV/V @ Midway HS 5 / 5:30 / 7 pm

Friday, 1/23 Boys Soccer JVB/JVA/V @ Midway HS 4:30/5:45/7:30

Friday, 1/23 wrestling JV @ JV District Meet 8AM

Friday, 1/23 Tennis V @ Harker Heights

Saturday, 1/24 Bowling All Vs. Belton New Tech @ Spare Time ,Temple 10:00 am

Monday, 1/26 Bowling All @ Chaparral HS- Halmark Lanes 4:15 pm

Monday, 1/26 Golf All @ Hancock Park GC Lampasas 10:00

Tuesday, 1/27 Boys Soccer JVB/JVA/V Vs. Killeen HS 4:30/5:45/7:30

Tuesday, 1/27 Girls Soccer JV/V @ Killeen 5:30/7:30

Tuesday, 1/27 Girls Basketball 9/JV/V Vs. Harker Heights HS 5 / 5:30 / 7 pm

Tuesday, 1/27 Boys Basketball 9/JV/V @ Harker Heights HS 5:30/6:30 / 7 pm

Wednesday, 1/28 wrestling V @ Varsity District Meet 8AM

Wednesday, 1/28 Bowling All @ Copperas Cove Halmark Lanes 4:15 pm

Wednesday, 1/28 Tennis Varsity @ Whitney

Friday, 1/30 Girls Soccer JV/V Vs. Bryan HS 5:30/7

Friday, 1/30 Girls Basketball 9/JV/V Vs. Killeen HS- Senior Night 5 / 5:30 / 7 pm

Friday, 1/30 Boys Basketball 9/JV/V @ Killeen HS 5 / 5:30 / 7 pm

Friday, 1/30 Boys Soccer @ Merrill Green Stadium- Bryan 4:30/5:45/7:30

Saturday, 1/31 JROTC JROTC @ Waco Drill Meet & Competition TBA

Saturday, 1/31 Killeen ISD SEL & Mental Wellness Fair @ Killeen Career Center from 10 am- 2 pm

Over the past few weeks, we have observed an increase in instances of inappropriate behavior from parents and spectators at our athletic events. As a reminder, KISD has adopted the Texas Way initiative as our guiding framework for athletic competitions. This includes the 2Words / Texas Way curriculum, which has been implemented with our coaches and student-athletes.

This curriculum, in partnership with the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) and the University Interscholastic League (UIL), is designed to foster a positive and respectful gameday environment. While we are making meaningful progress with our students and coaching staff, we recognize that continued efforts are needed to engage and educate our parent community.

Please reach out if you have questions or concerns to your students counselor.

Mrs. Kyle: A-Clax Chernitra.Kyle@killeenisd.org

Ms. Hall: Clay- Gra Alexandria.Hall@killeenisd.org

Ms. Jones: Gre – Liz Nicolya.Jones@killeenisd.org

Mrs. Hicks: LL-Par bernadette.hicks@killeenisd.org

Ms. Chancellor (Faulhaber): Pas- Smith, F Tijuana.Chancellor@killeenisd.org

Mrs. Hodge-Cummings: Smith, G – Z Merium.Hodgecummings@killeenisd.org

Mrs. Stall; Career Center Jamie.Stall@killeenisd.org

Ms. Rubianes: STEM Luz.Rubianes@killeenisd.org

Save the Dates! Killeen ISD is excited to announce our High School Information Sessions for the 2025–2026 school year! These free sessions are designed to empower students and parents with valuable tools for college and career planning. From understanding the college admissions process to navigating scholarships, FAFSA, and student loans, there’s something for every high school family.

Sessions begin promptly at 6:00 PM with a Q&A from 7:00–7:30 PM.

The Texas Gas Association (TGA) is pleased to share information about our TGA Scholarship Program, created to support graduating high school students as they pursue their next educational step.

Who:
Graduating high school seniors who meet the eligibility requirements.

What:
TGA scholarships are awarded annually to students planning to attend a 2- or 4-year university and/or a technical school.

When:
The application deadline is listed on our website and is approaching soon - February 27, 2026.

Where / How to Apply:
Eligibility requirements, application details, and submission instructions are available online at:
https://www.texasgasassociation.com/scholarships

Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board has officially announced Free College Application Week (https://www.mytexasfuture.org/middle-high-school/appy-to-college/), set to take place October 13-19, 2025. This new annual initiative allows Texas residents to apply to all public colleges and universities in the state without paying application fees.

This section will be filled as new information is given to the campus.

• Tardy Policy:
  Please encourage your student to arrive on time to their classes to avoid any disruptions. We’ve implemented a 30-second reminder before the tardy bell to help students get to class on time.

• Student IDs:
  All students must have their ID visible at all times—worn around the neck, not on backpacks or around the waist. This is crucial for maintaining campus security.

• Early Release Students:
  Students with early release Must leave campus when they do not have classes. A student who stays on campus and is found wandering the hall may loose their early release. Roaming the hallways is not permitted for safety reasons.

• Missed Bus to KCC/CTC: If your student misses the bus, they should notify the front office, and we will assist in resolving the situation. However, if the situation cannot be resolved, students must stay in the library until their next class on campus begins. Roaming the hallways is not permitted for safety reasons.

• Cell Phone and Electronic Devices Policy: Yondr Pouches will be used for electronic devises such as cell phones. Students may not display, turn on, or use phones or other personal electronic devices during instructional hours 8:00 am -4:20 pm, Monday through Friday.
  

  This includes using personal devices for texting, calling, video recording, using headphones or personal earbuds, and charging personal devices on school property.

  · Students may not bring personal laptops, iPads, tablets, or similar personal computing devices to school.

• Headphones or earbuds that cannot be locked into a Yondr pouch—such as Beats-style over-ear headphones—are not allowed on campus.

• Important Information for Parents:
• Click here to learn more

Respect is the willingness and ability to act professionally and thoughtfully with ourselves and others. Leaders can deal respectfully with opposition and provide space for both dignity and differences to coexist.

Why focus on Respect?

• Respect contributes to a positive culture. People feel safe, supported, and engaged in the context of thoughtful social, emotional, civic, and intellectual interactions.
• Respect decreases conflict. Respect helps us, and others, to be able to express ourselves without fear of being judged, humiliated, or discriminated against.
• Respect encourages empathy. Respect helps us to understand each other and put ourselves in someone else shoes.

Respect in Action:

• Teach students words have power. How we talk to others and ourselves can motivate or discourage, connect or destroy, hurt or heal. We should choose our words with care.
• Create opportunities for group decision-making. Open dialogue engages students in a process where compromise is crucial to making decisions.
• Vary protocols for classroom sharing. Frequently use open-ended questions, partner sharing, and small group activities to connect and promote understanding between students.

Responsibility in Action:

• Give students roles and responsibilities. When students have a leadership role in class, they are accountable for contributing positively to the classroom culture.
• Empower students with self-management tools. Provide students with tools to help manage stress and impulsivity while motivating them to meet goals.
• Clearly communicate consequences. Empower students to make choices and experience the consequences of their actions, both positive and negative.

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You can find them at https://tea.texas.gov/texas-schools/accountability/academic-accountability/performance-reporting/school-report-cards

State law requires that the School Report Card display information about the state, the district, and the school. Where possible, the information must be reported by race/ethnicity and socioeconomic status of the students and must include at least two years of results.

The School Report Cards can be found online at TEA School Report Card.

A more complete report about [name of school], the Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR), is available by contacting my office or can be accessed online at Texas Academic Report Cards.

Please contact me if you have any questions concerning this report card. Thank you for your continued support of Robert M. Shoemaker High School .

Here’s an overview of the process so you can support students and families:

1. Students who provided a mobile phone number during testing can view their scores on the Big Future School app. For more information go to https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/k12-educators/bigfuture-school?excmpid=mtg826-pr-1-m9264-mt

1. Students with College Board accounts can log in at studentscores.collegeboard.org to access their results.

1. A common issue is students forgetting their login information. Please be prepared to assist with account recovery or refer them to College Board.

1. Campuses will receive official score reports, which can be printed and shared with students if desired.

1. It’s helpful to send a notification message to parents and guardians so they know scores are available. Please include the appropriate “Understanding Scores” reference document that we’ve attached to this email. A sample email is copied below for your convenience.

Parents will be able to access their child’s STAAR results by logging into Home Access Center.

Grades 3-8

· August 16 - Results for families available in the Family Portal.

End-of-Course (EOC)

· Results for families were released on June 30 through the Family Portal.

For more information, visit TexasAssesment.gov

Policies in the Student Code of Conduct, to include the Dress Code Policy, are implemented to promote student achievement through the creation of a safe and inviting environment for students and employees. Please review the dress code policy and allow it to guide the selection of your child's back to school dress. Dress Code and ID expectations begin on page 50 of the Student Code of Conduct

Download KISD's mobile app to stay connected with your student's information, district and campus events, and other valuable resources. The app delivers real-time school news to your smart device for fast, up-to-date access.

It’s FREE and easy to download:

1. From a smart device, go to the App Store® or Google Play Store®

2. Search for "Killeen ISD"

3. Select the “Killeen ISD” app for free download

4. Don't forget to customize your app by selecting to follow your student's school to view their calendar and notifications!

Click here if you need help signing into the Mobile App.