Wolf Pack News
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Happy Sunday, Grey Wolves!
It’s a beautiful Sunday, and we’re heading into one of the most exciting weeks of the year — Spirit & Homecoming Week!
While we’re having fun, we’re also focused on student growth. MAP testing will be taking place in select subject areas this week, and we encourage all students to be present, prepared, and to do their best.
On Friday, we’ll celebrate with a high-energy pep rally and invite students to wear their Homecoming mums, just a reminder: keep them classroom-friendly (no bells or sound makers, please!). Then on Saturday, we’ll wrap it all up with our Homecoming Dance! 💃🕺
💫CKH
This month in Capturing Kids’ Hearts, we’re emphasizing empathy — understanding, kindness, and connection. It’s all part of building a school community where everyone belongs and thrives.
🔑Scholarships
And don’t forget — scholarship season is in full swing! Seniors have access to a variety of opportunities, including free college applications and scholarships available right now. Check out our Scholarship Lady section for details — now is the time!
🎓 Attendance Matters
Attendance matters more than ever, both for academic success and community engagement. Every day counts, and we want our students to be fully part of the Grey Wolf experience. 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
🚌 Spirit Bus – Free Ride + Free Ticket!
The first 40 students with no discipline issues can earn:
- A free ride to the game
- A free game ticket
- Pick up the forms in Student Activities office
Permission slips are due by Wednesday, and riders will be confirmed on Thursday.
📣 District Optimization Town Halls
The two remaining town hall meetings September 8 & 11 from 6–8 PM in the school cafeteria
- Monday, September 8th @ Harker Heights HS
- Wednesday, September 11th @ Ellison HS
- Please attend or complete the district survey to share your voice in shaping the future of KISD.
Let’s make it a week to remember, full of spirit, success, and Shoemaker pride!
Go Grey Wolves! 🐺💙
Mary Lynn Gawryszewski
If you have any questions, please contact the front office at (254) 336-0900.
💃 Homecoming Dance
📅 Saturday, Sept. 13th | ⏰ 7–10 PM
📍 Shoemaker High School Cafeteria
Dress to impress and dance the night away with your fellow Wolves!
Let’s make this Homecoming unforgettable!
All tickets are available daily in the Cashier’s Office. Behavior matters so no referrals is a must!
🎉 FREE Spirit Bus Ride & Game Ticket! 🎉
Want to cheer on the Grey Wolves at the Homecoming game but need a ride? We’ve got you covered!
🚌 Spirit Bus Perks:
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FREE ticket to the game
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FREE ride to and from the stadium
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Open to the first 40 students
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No referrals allowed
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Must return a signed permission slip by Wednesday
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Sign up at Student Activities or see Ms. Rider ASAP!
⚠️ Not into the bus ride? No problem!
🎟️ Another 40 FREE tickets will be available to students who just want to attend the game (transportation not included).
Let’s pack the stands and show Ellison what Grey Wolf pride looks like! 💙🐺
📣 The Great Link Challenge is ON! 🏈🔗
Shoemaker vs. Ellison — who will build the longest paper chain?
💙 Help Shoemaker High School show our Grey Wolf pride by purchasing paper links! Every link brings us closer to victory and supports a great cause — proceeds benefit the Education Foundation.
🗓️ The final showdown will take place at our Homecoming football game!
Let’s make sure Shoemaker’s chain is the one that stretches the farthest across the field!
🎟️ Buy your links today and help us take down Ellison in this friendly rivalry for a great cause!
Bell Schedule
Dress Code
Clear Bag
Golden Age Club Card
Online Tickets and More
Watch you Grey Wolves In Action
Family Pass
Football Program Fundraiser
Get your space in the Football Program before it is to late!
Email: shoemakerprogramads@gmail.com or call 254-368-2121
Meet Your Counselor
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
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.
Accessing STAAR Results
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
Changes to the Student Code of Conduct
There have been changes to the Student Code of Conduct, including a Cell Phone Free Campus and possessing/using an e-cigarette (vaping). View the full 2025-2026- Here
Free l Breakfast & Lunch for all SHS Students!
Robert M. Shoemaker High School offers Free Breakfast and Lunch to ALL students this year. KISD Info Here
School menus will be available online at www.schoolcafe.com/killeenisd.org or via the Killeen ISD mobile app. Parents can add funds to purchase a la cart items, to view student accounts at www.schoolcafe.com/killeenisd.org
Bus Information Available August 7, 2023
Parents/guardians must request transportation for their eligible student by contacting the campus. If parents do not request transportation, students will not have a ride to the school on the bus.
- Visit transportation webpage here www.killeenisd.org/transportation
Campuses will provide parents/guardians with a new Edulog Lite code once school begins. Edulog Lite is a mobile app that allows parents/guardians to track their student's bus.
Dress Code
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
