SMS Weekly Update

Dear SMS Families,

We had our second Student of the Month Celebration this morning, and really appreciated spending time with more of our students and families. Recognizing student effort, kindness, leadership, and growth is something we always look forward to.

Additionally, we are eagerly anticipating Friday’s annual Veteran’s Day breakfast. Our students are hosting about 100 veterans for breakfast and conversation and we are looking forward to honoring our distinguished guests. As a reminder, and in observance of Veterans’ Day, we will not have school on Monday.

Be safe on this extended weekend.

Sincerely,

Andy

Nov. 7

• SMS Builder's Club 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Nov. 11

• No School
• Veteran's Day

Nov. 12

• SMS Service Club 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm

Nov. 13

• Early Release 2:26 pm

Nov. 14

• Band Bingo 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Nov. 18

• Board Meeting 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Nov. 20

• SMS Beginning Band Concert 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Nov. 21

• Last Day of Tri 1
• SMS Builder's Club 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Nov. 22

• No School
• Teacher Work Day

Nov. 25 - Nov. 29

• No School
• Thanksgiving Break

Additional events may be viewed on the SMS Calendar and the District Calendar.

Front Office 7:45 am - 3:45 pm

Student Hours 8:45 am - 3:26 pm (M/T/Th/F)

Student Hours 8:45 am - 2:26 pm (W-Early Release)

Doors Open to Students 8:30 am

Bow Buck buy back day was a success. We yielded 4700 bucks turned back in and distributed 470 popsicles. Our students continue to do the right thing!

Freaky Friday is SMS’s ONLY fundraiser of the year and it’s a huge event that requires planning and volunteers. We can’t do this event without parent and guardian support! If you’d like to help plan next year’s event, please contact PSO at info@smspso.org.

We are excited to begin an after school Chess Club at Sherwood Middle School! This club is a wonderful opportunity for students to engage in strategic and critical thinking skills. We will be creating a competitive chess middle school program. The club will meet on Thursdays from 3:30pm to 4:30pm throughout the school year. Our first meeting will be today. Click here for the permission slip.

We are excited for another year of the Tabletop Gaming Club at Sherwood Middle School! This club is a wonderful opportunity for students to engage in strategic and imaginative games while fostering creativity, teamwork, and critical thinking skills. The club will meet on Tuesdays from 3:30pm to 4:30pm throughout the school year. Our first meeting will be on 10/29. Please return the permission slip to the front office.

The Builders Club has had a busy fall and are looking to continue to serve our local and global community in the upcoming months. If your student is interested in joining, our next after school meeting is on Thursday, November 7 from 3:30-4:00 in room W27. There is an activity bus. Have your student swing by Mrs. Christie's room, W27, for more information.

Have you been enjoying Yo-Yo University during flex? Or wishing you could join in on the fun?

Yo-Yo University will now be offering an after school club through the rest of the year! Join with your friends and learn yo-yo tricks from the basics (like: Rock the Baby, Eiffel Tower, Elevator) to the more advanced ones (like: DNA, Gyroscopic Flop, Cold Fusion).

No experience necessary, and your registration comes with a professional starter yo-yo!

There is still room to sign up your 8th grader for this amazing trip. You can sign up here. The deadline to sign up is Dec. 20. Our tour code is sher2025. Please email smsgoeseast@gmail.com with any questions.

In June 2026, Mrs. Ahrendt is leading a group on an educational trip to Spain with EF. Students participating in the trip will get the opportunity to visit historical sites in Seville, Madrid and Toledo. Between historic sites, students will get to experience hands-on activities and learn about another culture. Click here for more information and here to enroll in this opportunity. You can also reach out to Mrs. Ahrendt directly through email: mahrendt@sherwood.k12.or.us

This year, Sherwood Middle School is excited to team up with TMG Cares, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting our community, to launch a Sock Drive for Foster Kids.

Tomorrow, November 8 is the last day to turn in socks for our sock drive. SMS Flight Time classes will participate by collecting both youth and adult-sized socks. We invite community members to contribute by dropping off new socks at the SMS front office. Students will bring socks to their Flight Time classes, ensuring that we gather as many contributions as possible!

Let's make this sock drive a huge success and show our support for foster children!

This project is in honor of Isaac Schweitzer, as part of our commitment to community service through our Sherwood Middle School Service Club.

Only 1 week left to shop!

The Online Fair will run from November 1st- November 14th.

You will have access to over 3000 items including exclusives, value packs, and more.

Orders ship directly to your home and standard shipping is free on book-only orders of $25 or more after all discounts are applied.

Rewards! Rewards! Rewards!

Our school will earn 25% on all purchases during the fair and 2% all year long.

Book Fair Flex

Students have the opportunity to attend a "Book Fair Flex" on Wednesday Nov. 13th. They will be able to watch the Book Fair Video from Scholastic, browse the fair website online, and fill out a wish list to take home.

Are you ready for a new OBOB Season?

Team sign-up forms are now available in the Media Center.

Forms are due by Friday, December 6th.

Please remind your students to come to school each day with a fully charged Chromebook.

We are looking for a parent volunteer to help out with our Tabletop Gaming Club on Tuesdays and our Chess Club held on Thursdays. Both clubs are held from 3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. For more information, please call Kristi at 503-825-5510. You will need to have a background check for this year and can be done here.

Would you like to volunteer during our lunches to help in the lunchroom, help check-out recess equipment or supervise the game room? We are looking for two parents to help every lunch period. Please review this sign-up and make sure you have a current background check.

We are looking for photos to use in the yearbook. Photos can be shared in Treering designated folders via the app or website. If you need help sharing, contact Alison.jedan@treering.com.

Monthly themes:

October: Freaky Friday, Halloween

September: 1st day of school & fall sports and activities

Yearbooks are 10% off through October so purchase NOW and customize anytime throughout the year. Must be purchased by May 1st to get your book in time for the end of year signing events.

*ALL STUDENTS MUST SELECT YOUR 24-25 FLIGHT TIME TEACHER FROM THE DROP DOWN BOX WHEN ORDERING. This can be found in Student/Parent Vue.

Incoming SMS new students: Your school code is 101612219220699 which is different from your elementary school treering code. You can still login under the same treering account but will add your SMS code to purchase and customize your 2 FREE pages in your book. This code is also shown on the flyer. On Facebook: "Sherwood Middle School PSO" shares Yearbook info throughout the year as well as the SMS Newsletter.

Colorguard is for any 6th-8th grader.

Student interest meeting is tomorrow, November 8 at 5 pm and parent meeting is the same night at 7 pm. More details are available with the QR code.

It's time for the 2024 SHS Booster Club Annual Auction. This year, come ready to WIN BIG for our Bowmen athletes with the addition of a Casino Night! This unforgettable evening will feature classic Casino Games, delicious food and drinks, incredible casino prizes and auction items, plus excellent company, all in support of our Student-Athletes.

November 9th, 2024 5pm-9pm @ the beautiful Chehalem Cultural Center

Individual tickets are $80 each or grab your friends and buy a table for 8 for $600 ($40 discount!) - this includes dinner and drinks plus $10 of script to get you started!

Get your tickets today!!

https://fundraiser.bid/SHSBoosterClub2024

You can also Pre-Register for the Blackjack Tournament and Texas Hold 'Em Tournaments - all on the website.

Can't make it for the big night? Participate in our online Auction Nov. 4th-9th!

Questions? Contact haley.ellis@sherwoodboosterclub.com

See you November 9th!

LET'S GO BOWMEN!

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If you need support obtaining school supplies, please reach out to the Share Center.