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The Pieper Ranch MS Newsletter

Friday, May 3 2024
Families
I am writing to inform you about some important upcoming events and to celebrate the achievements of our students.
First and foremost, I am pleased to announce that the STAAR testing is complete, and our students did a fantastic job of rolling with the testing schedule. Their hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed, and we are proud of their efforts.
I would also like to remind you about our upcoming events. Chess, baseball, and softball teams have been working hard and we encourage you to come out and support them.
Additionally, our Warrior Walk for our 8th grade students will begin at 9:15 a.m. on May 17. As the students enter the stadium, parents can form a line along the lower bleachers on the home side to support them. We encourage you to bring signs and noisemakers to show your support for your kiddos who are about to enter high school.
Furthermore, our 8th Grade Promotion will take place at 7 p.m. on May 20th at the stadium. This is a significant milestone for our students, and we hope to see you there to celebrate their achievements.
Lastly, I would like to remind you that Teacher Appreciation Week will take place from May 6-10. This is a great opportunity to show our teachers how much we appreciate their hard work and dedication to our students.
Thank you for your continued support and involvement in our school community. We look forward to seeing you at these upcoming events.
Lauran Knight
Principal
In this Issue:
Extra! Extra! Check out the Viper Times
Student of the Week
Note from the Nurse
Prepare Your Student for STAAR
Community Notice
A Look Ahead
April Edition - Click above to get our Student driven Viper Times Publication
We have a student publication you should check out. These students work hard and have done their research to put together a 'paper' that is entertaining as well as informative. Check it out.
PIEPER RANCH STUDENTS OF THE WEEK
Each week two students from each grade are chosen to be the Student of the Week for showing characteristics of Service, Leadership and Community
Students of the Week for April 29-May 3
6th grade - Gabby Bhoorasingh, Isaiah Barron; 7th grade - Dylan Smith, Michael Flowers
8th grade - Myles Roberson, Mary Weaver
Pieper Ranch Loves our Lunch Heroes
Our lunch heroes are as sweet as lemonade. We appreciate all they do each day.
A Note from the Registrar's Office
REMINDER: Registration for the 2024-25 School Year is now open for returning and new students. As a reminder, registration will be completed online through our Skyward Portal.
Please contact Adriana.hinojosa@comalisd.org with any questions
A NOTE FROM OUR NURSE
Dear parent/guardian,
This school year is quickly coming to an end, so it is time to start thinking about updating your child's immunizations. All seventh graders are required to have the T-dap and Meningococcal vaccines before the start of the 2024-2025 school year. All students that need these immunizations will receive a mailed letter in the next few weeks. If you have already submitted this information, please disregard this notice.
To avoid delay in processing your student's registration, please submit updated shot records ONLY to carol.hitt@comalisd.org or upload the records during student registration. These immunizations may be obtained by visiting your physician, pharmacy, or local health department.
​***Please note that students who are delinquent will not be able to receive their class schedules for next year until the updated immunization records are submitted.
Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
Carol Hitt BSN, RN
School Nurse
Principal Artist of the Month - Isabel Broadley
Isabel's drawing, Serena Williams, captures a spirit of determination and inspiring confidence.
Girls Warrior Basketball Camp Opportunity
Boys Warrior Basketball Camp Opportunity
FINALS Schedule - Please read the Information below
There will be no early exams.
If a student does not take the exam due to an absence, please coordinate with the teacher to take the exam after the exam period has passed before or after school if your student returns that week, or in the summer with administration the following dates:
May 28, 29, 30 9 to 11 or 1 to 4
June 3, 4, 5 9 to 11 or 1 to 4
PTSA School of Excellence Survey
Welcome to the School of Excellence! We're dedicated to strengthening partnerships between local PTAs and schools. Based on your feedback, we're focusing on enhancing family engagement and fostering belongingness at Pieper Ranch. Share your insights in our brief follow-up survey - your voice matters! Click the link in our SoE logo to take the survey
Angelo State Nursing Camp for incoming HS Freshman
Click The photo to learn more about an exciting camp for students interested in a career in Nursing. Don't wait, the camp fills up fast.
A Look Ahead
05/04 - Orchestra Solo & Ensemble @ DHS
05/06-10 - Teacher Appreciation Week
05/09 - Baseball/Softball vs SVMS @ SVHS 6:30pm
05/11 - Chess Endgame @ CHS
05/11 - Baseball/Softball vs MVMS @ PHS 10:00am
05/13-17 - BOOK FAIR
5/13 - Choir POP Show 6pm
05/14 - Band Beginners Festival @ DHS (PRMS to perform around 10am)
05/15 - Baseball/Softball vs SBMS @ SVHS 6:30pm
05/16 - Band Spring Concert 5:00pm in Courtyard
05/17 - Warrior Walk - to begin around 9:15am
05/17 - Fine Arts FT to Six Flags
05/20 - 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony 7:00pm @ PHS Stadium
05/21-23 - FINALS (see schedule above)
05/23 - Last Day of Classes