Shady Grove Matters

Dear SGMS Families,

We’re off to a great start in the 2025–2026 school year! 🐺 A big thank you to all the families who came out for our Timberwolf Welcome and Back-to-School Night—it was one of our largest turnouts in years.

Now we need your feedback: only 18 families have completed the survey so far (and while we’re grateful for those 18, we need to hear from everyone). 📝 Our goal is at least 80% participation so we can keep improving.

👉 Click here to take the survey. Together, we’ll keep our Timberwolves growing strong! 🌱

📅 No School – Tomorrow, Monday, September 1st

Just a reminder that there will be no school on Monday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day. We hope you enjoy a safe and relaxing long weekend with your family! 🎉

🙏 Thank You + PTSA Membership

A huge thank you to all the families who joined us for Transition Day: Parent Edition on Monday, August 25th. Your involvement helps set the tone for a strong and successful year for our Timberwolves.

As we move forward, we invite every family to partner with us by joining our amazing PTSA. We are striving for 80% family participation this year! Your membership helps us fund important initiatives, strengthen our community, and enrich the school experience for all students.

👉 [Click here for more information and to join the PTSA]

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💚 Fundraising Opportunities

This year, we have two exciting ways for our community to support SGMS and raise funds for student needs:

* 🍿 Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser

Date: Sunday, September 8 – Thursday, September 12
Start Time: The fundraiser will officially open on September 8th at 5:00 PM.

Details: Our Event Code is IQLYIH to set up your own Pop-Up Store and begin selling on September 8th.
Video Guide: Click here for a short video —it’s quick, easy, and fun!

Incentives:

Students and Families: Top seller wins a $40 gift card.
Staff: Top seller will enjoy a special recognition day with flexibility later in the year. 😉

* 👕👟 Clothing & Shoe Drive

Donate gently used clothing and shoes in the large bin at the school entrance.
SGMS earns funds based on the total weight of donations.
Consider cleaning closets for items that are too small or too large. Donations can be dropped off anytime.

Every bag of clothes and every bag of popcorn sold helps us grow opportunities for our students!

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Together, we are “Rooted in Growth” and ready for a fantastic school year! Thank you for your continued support of our students and school community.

A Grateful Principal

Shenice Brevard

September - October 2025

September Upcoming Events:

Hispanic Heritage Month (1st Half)

Monday, September 1st - Systemwide Closure (Schools & Office closed)

Monday, September 8th - Friday, September 12th -🍿 Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser

Monday, September 8th - Friday, September 12th - Spirit Week

Friday, September 12th - Back-to-School Dane (3:00 pm - 4:15 pm)

Tuesday, September 23rd - No School for Students or Teachers

Friday, September 26th - Early Release Day for Students

October Upcoming Events:

Hispanic Heritage Month (2nd Half)

Filipino American Heritage Month

National Principal Appreciation Month

Thursday, October 2nd - No School for Students or Teachers

Monday, October 20th - No School for Students or Teachers

Monday, October 20th - Friday, October 24th - National School Bus Safety Week

Tuesday, October 21st - Friday, October 24th - Book Fair

Dear Parents/Guardians:

Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) is committed to ensuring our students are equipped with the information needed to be able to promote a positive school culture and ensure the physical, social, and emotional safety for all students. This year’s annual student training module, MCPS Student Expectation Lessons, has two parts, and both are required learning experiences. Please click buttons below for more details.

MCPS Student Expectation Lessons - English | Spanish

✨ Support our Teachers! ✨

Want to brighten a teacher’s day and help stock their classrooms with supplies that make a difference? Many of our teachers have created Amazon Wish Lists with items they need for the year. Even one small purchase helps our students and shows our teachers how much we appreciate them!

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1t7vHsTy8aZIju2A_x7pX5XPsPzE74MsFI1EYmPYVHHE/edit?usp=sharing

💙 Join the PTSA! 💙

When you join the PTSA, you’re not just signing up, you’re helping create a stronger school community for our students, teachers, and families. Membership is quick, easy, and makes a BIG impact. Come be part of the team!

Dear 6th Grade Families,

We are excitedly planning the 6th grade Outdoor Education field trip the week of October 27th-31st. There is a Family Information Meeting on Tuesday, September 16th at 6:00pm in the SGMS Cafeteria. Please join us to learn more about this amazing opportunity. Please visit the SGMS website for lots more information.

On September 10th from 6:30-8:00 there is an Open House for Families at The Smith Center! This is a great opportunity to see where your student will be attending Outdoor Education. Free pizza will be offered!