Wolf Pack News

Happy Earth, Wind & Fire Day, Grey Wolves! 🎶
If you know, you know—it’s September 21st, the day that classic 70s hit always makes us smile and sing along. What better way to kick off the week than with some music, celebration, and school pride? We’ve had an amazing week full of celebrations, accomplishments, and moments that remind us just how special our Shoemaker family is. Let’s dive in:

Big Celebrations

• Geometry Champions
  First up—a HUGE shout out to our Geometry students! On their first MAP benchmark test, they didn’t just show up… they outperformed their peers across the board. Way to go!

• Senior Sunrise
  Our seniors kicked off their year in style with the biggest turnout yet for Senior Sunrise. The panoramic photo was awesome, but the real magic was just seeing so many of you together as the sun came up. We know Senior Sunset will be even more powerful—bittersweet, but unforgettable.

• Band Brilliance
  Our Grey Wolf Band absolutely crushed it at Spirit Spectacular. The performance was phenomenal, and you stood out above the rest. Grey Wolf Nation is so proud of you!

• Attendance Matter

• For questions, call the attendance office at 254-336-0979 and connect with Ms. Moody, Ms. Knight, or Mr. Barr.
• If your student’s absences were due to being out for a full day or for a medical reason, a parent note or medical note may be submitted through the:

👉 KISD Absence Notes Submission Form

Senior Events

• .College & Career Resource Fair on Tuesday, October 7th, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM starting in the SHS auditorium.

• Scholarship Opportunities – Be sure to check our senior section for new opportunities.

📚 Academics

• We’re about three weeks away from closing out the first semester. That means now is the time to check those grades and make sure you’re on track. Don’t wait until the last minute!

• Afterschool University is open Monday through Thursday until 6:00 PM. Just a reminder: students need to be in the tutoring center by 4:30 PM. Take advantage of this—it’s here to help you finish strong.

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  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 should check with their teachers for details and come ready to take advantage of this great opportunity for success!

Grey Wolves, keep showing your pride, your effort, and your unity. We’re moving forward, we’re getting stronger, and we’re doing it together. Let’s have another great week!

Go Grey Wolves! 🐺💙

Mary Lynn Gawryszewski

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.

We’re inviting all SHS juniors, seniors, and their families to our College & Career Resource Fair on Tuesday, October 7th, from 5:30–7:30 PM (starting in the auditorium)!

It’s a fun and info-packed Parent Engagement Night hosted by our amazing SHS counselors. Whether you’re college-bound, career-focused, or exploring options, there’s something here for everyone!

💡 What to expect:

• College admissions & financial aid tips

• Scholarship how-to’s

• Advice for student-athletes

• Military & workforce resources

• Plus reps from Texas colleges & trade schools!

🎉 Help us spread the word—and feel free to join in on the fun and future planning. Let’s get our Wolves ready to take on the world!

Tuesday, 9/ 23 Tennis Varsity Vs Harker Heights HS 4:15 - 8 pm

Tuesday, 9/ 23 Volleyball 9/JV/V @ Bryan HS 5 / 6 pm

Tuesday, 9/ 23 Swim Tri-Meet (Shoemaker, Heights, Bryan) @ Clements Boys & Girls Club 4:30 pm

Wednesday, 9/ 24 Golf - Boys Varsity @ Ellison HS Boys Fall Invitational Stonetree GC 8:30 am

Thursday, 9/ 25 Football 9-B & A @ Temple HS 5/6:30 pm

Thursday, 9/ 25 Football JV-A & B Vs Temple HS 5/6:30 pm

Thursday, 9/ 25 Tennis JV @ Harker Heights HS 4:15 - 8 pm

Friday, 9/ 26 Football Varsity @ Temple HS 7 pm

Friday, 9/ 26 Volleyball 9/JV/V @ Temple HS 5 / 6 pm

Friday, 9/ 26 X-Country XC @ Granbury Race for the Loot

Saturday, 9/ 27 Band All Bands @ UFCU in San Marcos Bands of America CenTex Regional

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.

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

What is Empathy?

Empathy is the ability to be aware of, understand, and be sensitive to another person’s feelings. Instead of focusing on how these feelings impact ourselves, empathy motivates us to focus on others and respond with care and compassion.

Why Focus on Empathy?

• Empathy builds a positive classroom culture. Empathy empowers students to learn to understand each other to build trust and safety in the classroom.
• Empathy strengthens community. Empathy helps students strengthen their relationships with classmates, other students and adults at school, and at home.
• Empathy prepares your students to be leaders in their community. The best leaders understand the people they lead and are able to show they care.

Empathy in Action:

• Take a different perspective. When you take a different perspective, you put aside your own feelings and reactions to see the situation through another’s eyes.
• Put aside judgment. Take a pause, and rather than express conclusions about a situation based on what you see, step back and consider other things you may still need to know or understand.
• Communicate that you understand. Instead of giving advice, respond with reflective phrases like, “It sounds like you...” or “I hear that you...” to express that you understand and care.

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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 .

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.