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Celebrate Our Teachers: Down in the Bayou!

Get ready, Plummer Middle School! Next week, May 4th – May 8th, we are celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week with a vibrant New Orleans flair. This year’s theme is "Down in the Bayou," and we have a full lineup of spirit days to show our incredible educators how much we value their hard work and dedication.

We encourage every student to join the fun and dress up each day! Let’s fill the hallways with energy and school spirit as we honor the teachers who make Plummer a great place to learn.

🐊 Spirit Week Schedule

Here is how you can participate each day:

• Monday: New Orleans Saints Day Kick off the week by sporting your favorite Saints gear or anything featuring a Fleur De Lis.

• Tuesday: Cash Money vs. No Limit Day It’s a classic NOLA hip-hop face-off! Show up in your Camo or No Limit Records attire.

• Wednesday: Disney’s Princess and the Frog Day Bring a little magic to the bayou. Wear Princess and the Frog merch or dress up as a Prince or Princess.

• Thursday: Mardi Gras Thursday Let the good times roll! Deck yourself out in Purple, Green, and Gold, and don't forget your beads.

• Friday: Big Freedia Fish Fry Friday We’re closing out the week with a cookout vibe. Wear your favorite Cookout Attire as we celebrate our final day of appreciation.

Parents: This is a wonderful opportunity to help your student prepare their outfits and talk about the impact their teachers have on their lives. Let's make this a week our teachers will never forget!

Thank you for your continued support in making Plummer Middle School a community of celebration and respect. Laissez les bons temps rouler!

📅 Upcoming Events

• Apr. 28 (Tues): All Library Books are due for the school year!

• Apr. 29 (Wed): Progress Report available in HAC for the 4th Report Period!

• May 2 (Sat): Annual Marine Corps Ball

• May 4-8: Teacher Appreciation Week!!!

• May 5 (Tues): Girls' Soccer Game @ Davis 7th 5PM/ 8th 6PM

• May 6 (Wed): Boys' Soccer Game @ Davis HS 7th 5PM/ 8th 6PM

• May 6 (Wed): Choir Pop Show Concert at 6:30PM

• May 8 (Fri): Varsity Choir trip to San Antonio

• May 14 (Thurs): Parent Football Meeting

• May 19 (Tues): Athletic Physicals 4:45 - 6:15PM

• May 19 (Tues): New York/Washington D.C. trip meeting in Room 701@ 7PM

• May 20 (Wed): Sports Awards Banquet 5:30PM

• May 22 (Fri): Annual Talent Show (during school hours)

• May 28 (Thurs): 8th Grade Formal: A Night Under the Stars

It’s an exciting time for our student-athletes! As we wrap up the current season and look ahead to the next, please mark your calendars for these three essential events happening this May.

🏈 Football Parent Meeting

Thursday, May 14 Calling all future gridiron stars! We will be hosting a mandatory meeting for parents of students interested in playing football. We’ll discuss the upcoming season schedule, safety protocols, and expectations for our student-athletes.

🩺 Athletic Physicals

Tuesday, May 19 | 4:45 PM – 6:15 PM Don't wait until the last minute! To participate in any school sports for the upcoming year, students must have a cleared physical on file. We are making it easy by hosting on-site physicals at Plummer Middle School. This is a quick and convenient way to ensure your child is cleared and ready to play.

🏆 The Blue Print Pumas Sports Award Banquet

Wednesday, May 20 | 5:30 PM It’s time to celebrate our hard work and hustle! Join us for an evening dedicated to our incredible athletes. We will be recognizing individual achievements and team milestones during The Blue Print Pumas Sports Award Banquet Ceremony. Let’s send off the season with Puma pride!

You're invited to the Choir Pop Show on Wednesday, May 6th at 6:30pm in the Plummer Cafeteria. We hope to see you there!

Have you seen it? Is it hiding behind a pile of laundry? Is it camouflaged under a bed or blending into a backpack?

Just like Waldo in the popular series, some of our library books have gone missing in the crowd! We need your help finding these "lost travelers" and getting them back to their home on the library shelves.

Your Mission:

• Check Your Inbox: We’ve sent out "search party" emails to parents of students with outstanding items.

• Search the House: If you see an email, help your student track down the missing title.

• Return the Goods: Have your child drop the book off at the library media center—no questions asked!

Thank you for helping us keep our collection complete for all our readers. Happy hunting!

Is your student ready to get a head start on their college career? We are excited to announce upcoming informational sessions for 8th-grade students and their parents to explore Lone Star College Dual Credit programs for the upcoming school year.

Taking dual credit courses allows students to earn high school and college credits simultaneously, potentially saving thousands in future tuition costs and shortening their time in university.

Event Details

• When: May 5th & May 7th

• Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

• Where: 9999 Veterans Memorial

Why Attend?

Choosing a path for high school is a big step. During these meetings, we will dive deep into the essentials of the program to ensure you and your student feel confident and prepared. We will cover:

• Enrollment Procedures: Step-by-step guidance on how to register and qualify.

• Tuition Assistance: Learn about available financial support and payment programs.

• Degree Pathways: Discover which college degree programs align with your student’s career goals.

Next Steps

If you are interested in giving your student a competitive edge, please mark your calendars for one of these sessions. For any specific questions prior to the meetings, please reach out to Dr. Willis for more details.

Don't miss this chance to turn high school years into college progress!

Families of our Future Puma 8th Graders,

We want to invite you and your Puma to a special meeting regarding the New York/Washington D.C. trip scheduled for May 2027. This is not a scam! All 8th graders for the 2026-2027 school year have the opportunity to be part of this special experience. Please see the attached QR code to RSVP to attend the meeting on Tuesday, May 19th at 7:00pm in the Choir room as there is a special incentive and spots will fill up quickly! Mr. Coleman and Ms. Truelson can't wait to see you at the meeting!!

Calling all kings, queens, and grandmasters-in-the-making! It is time to sharpen your strategies and polish your openings. We are thrilled to announce that the Aldine District Chess Tournament is officially on the horizon, and we want our students to be part of the action.

This is a fantastic opportunity for students to represent our school, test their skills against players from across the district, and enjoy a day of friendly, high-level competition.

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026

• Time: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

• Location: Bamberg Professional Development and Resource Center

  • 9999 Veterans Memorial Dr., Houston, TX 77038

• Eligibility: Open to all Aldine chess players in Elementary, Middle, and High School.

How to Register

Whether your student plays on a team or wants to enter as an individual, there is a spot at the board for them:

• Teams: Chess teams should enter through their school coach.

• Individuals: Individual registration can be completed by scanning the QR code found on the official event flyer.

Important: Permission Slips

Because this event is a school-sponsored field trip, all participating students must return a signed permission slip. Students can pick up their permission forms in the school library or directly from our Chess Sponsor, Mrs. Myers in Room 401. Please ensure these are filled out and returned to secure your student's spot in the tournament.

We can’t wait to see our students showcase their brilliance on the board. Let’s make this a tournament to remember!

As a friendly reminder, we ask that all parents complete the Senate Bill 12 Consent Forms as soon as possible. This new legislation requires parental consent for a variety of school-based services and activities, including participation in clubs, and receiving certain health and counseling services.

To ensure your child has uninterrupted access to these opportunities, please complete the form through your Home Access Center (HAC) account or by clicking this link: https://forms.aldineisd.org/Forms/sb12Form. Your prompt attention to this matter is greatly appreciated."

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• B Days (Odd Periods): Tuesdays & Thursdays
  
  
• Focus Fridays: All classes
  The academic day is from 8:35 AM to 4:10 PM. Academic interventions are held Monday–Thursday from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Students who ride the bus may use the extended-day buses. All other students must be picked up promptly. Scholars will have 3 minutes to transition between classes. Restroom use is not permitted during transitions or within the first and last 10 minutes of each class.

Please remember, if your child is absent, please complete the Absence Notification Google Form that is located on the Plummer website. You are able to upload documents such as doctor's notes to this form.