TALON TALK
π¬ Principal's Message
Hello, Reynolds Families!
We hope you enjoyed the winter weather and were able to take advantage of some fun snow day activities! It's been wonderful seeing our students back on campus today, even if it's just for one day. Their energy and excitement has made for a great Friday!
Course Selection for Next Year
Our course selection timeline is approaching! This is an important process for helping students plan their academic schedule for next year. If you have any questions about course options, requirements, or the selection process, please reach out to your student's counselor. They're here to help guide you and your child through these decisions.
Yearbook Deadline - TONIGHT at Midnight!
Don't forget to purchase your yearbook for the 2025-26 school year! Tonight at midnight is the deadline to place your order. This is a wonderful keepsake that captures memories from the entire school year. Make sure to get your order in before time runs out!
Dr. Jess Mullins
Principal, Reynolds Middle School
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Upcoming Dates
πFriday, January 30: Last Day to Order a Yearbook (closes at Midnight)
πMonday, February 2: 8th Grade Boys Basketball vs. Highland Park
πMonday, February 2: 7th Grade Boys Basketball @ Highland Park
πTuesday, February 3: Reynolds electives Expo for Incoming 6th Graders
πThursday, February 5: 8th Grade Girls Basketball vs. Highland Park
πThursday, February 5: 7th Grade Girls Basketball @ Highland Park
πSaturday, February 7: Basketball A Team District Tournament
πSaturday, February 7: Darlings Crowd Pleasers Dance Competition
π RMS Plan-on-a-Page In Action
Together We Champion
Reynolds Middle School teachers will provide responsive instruction that results in measurable growth for ALL students (academic & character).
Together We Cultivate
Reynolds Middle School will implement strategies to build meaningful connections and a sense of belonging to feel connected to Reynolds Middle School.
Together We Empower
Reynolds Middle School will foster a culture of collaboration, empower shared leadership, expand professional growth through intentional learning opportunities, and support the comprehensive well-being of every employee.
Together We Prosper
Reynolds Middle School will partner with other campuses, departments, and the community for a shared purpose of Prosper Pride and Excellence Every Day, Every Way.
π Around #OurHouse
π Stay Connected & Get Involved
1st Annual Reynolds Gifted and Talented Showcase
We're excited to invite you to celebrate the incredible talents and achievements of our Gifted & Talented students! Join us on February 12th for an inspiring evening as our students share their creativity, innovation, and hard work with the Reynolds community.
This inaugural event promises to be a memorable celebration of academic excellence and student achievement. We can't wait to see you there!
G/T Testing
G/T Testing will take place on Tuesday, February 10th at Reynolds. If you submitted a referral by the deadline, you will receive an email with further details regarding the testing process.
Click on the graphic above for a detailed slideshow about our upcoming themed nights!
Game Dates for Themed Nights:
8th Boys: 2/2
8th Girls: 2/4
π£ Reminders for Students & Parents
Do you wanna build a yearbook?
Don't let your snow day memories go! The cold never bothered us anywayβand we know it didn't bother you either! Share your favorite snow day photos with us so we can freeze these memories in the yearbook. See the graphic with information on how to share your photos!
Dress Code Reminder - Hats & Hoods
As we continue through the school year, we'd like to remind families of our campus dress code policies regarding head coverings:
- Hats, caps, beanies, and non-religious head coverings should not be worn while on campus (except on Fridays).
- Hoods must remain down while on campus. Students may wear their hoods up while transitioning to portable classrooms but must remove them upon entering the classroom.
Thank you for helping us maintain a respectful learning environment. If you have any questions about our dress code policies, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Important Attendance Reminder
As we return from winter break and begin this new calendar year together, I want to discuss something that significantly impacts your child's success: daily attendance.
Why Every Day Matters
In Prosper ISD, we're committed to championing every student's journey to excellence, and that journey happens here, in our classrooms, every single day. When students are consistently present, they develop essential life competencies, including self-management, perseverance, and accountabilityβqualities that prepare them to thrive in college, career, the military, and life.
Consider these important facts about attendance:
- Missing just 2 days per month equals 10% of instructional timeβnearly 4 weeks of learning lost over a school year
- Students with 90% or better attendance are significantly more likely to graduate on time
- Chronic absenteeism in elementary school can predict lower reading proficiency by third grade
- Regular attendance builds stronger peer relationships and deeper connections to school
When Your Child Is Sick
Of course, when your child is genuinely ill, we want them to stay home, rest, and recover. Keeping sick children home protects the health of our entire school community and allows your child to return ready to learn. Our attendance focus is on discretionary absencesβdays when students are healthy but miss school for trips, appointments, or other reasons that can be scheduled outside school hours. Every day of instruction matters, and we encourage families to prioritize school attendance when children are well.
Attendance Requirements to help your child stay on track:
- Students must maintain 90% attendance in each class to receive course credit
- In middle school and high school, attendance is recorded each class periodβmissing even one class counts toward this threshold.
- Attendance is taken once per day at elementary school, but we know that learning happens all day
- Both excused and unexcused absences count toward the 90% requirement
- Absences should be documented within three school days (up to four parent notes per semester)
- Students falling below 90% may need an attendance recovery plan to maintain course credit
Partnering Together
At Prosper ISD, we believe families are integral partners in education. When your child must miss school, please communicate with teachers and help them complete missed work promptly. As you plan for the months ahead, please schedule appointments and trips outside school hours whenever possible.
Together, we cultivate meaningful connections and prosper when every member of our community shows up ready to learn and grow. By ensuring consistent attendance, you help us maintain the personal connections that make every student feel known, seen, and valued.
If you have questions or need support addressing attendance challenges, please reach outβwe're here to help.
Here's to Excellence Every Day in Every Way in 2026!
Cheer Tryouts Interest Meeting
The Cheer Tryouts information meeting date has changed! If your incoming 7th or 8th grader is interested in cheer, please join us for this mandatory meeting on Wednesday, February 18th at 5:30pm in the Reynolds Cafeteria. Scan the QR code for the tryout application!
π Counselorβs Corner
Your Reynolds Middle School Counseling Team is here to support every Eagle's academic, personal, and college/career journey.
Upcoming Events:
Please save the date to join us for the next Coffee with the Counselors on February 9th for incoming 6th graders and February 11th for Rising 7th & 8th graders. We will review course selection options and answer questions.
π¬ Students Need to Talk? Students can request a meeting using our Counselor Request Form located in our Grade Level Google Classrooms on our Counselor's Corner Website
π Reynolds Staff Shoutouts
Have you or your student had a positive interaction with a Reynolds staff member who made the day a little brighter? Weβd love to hear about it! Please use the form below to give a shout-out to staff members who deserve some appreciation!
π Helpful Links
π Student Handbook
π₯ͺ Prosper ISD MySchoolBucks (Student Lunches)
π¨π»βπ» Prosper ISD RevTrak (Chromebook Damages/Repair)
π‘ Reynolds UIL Website
π Dyslexia and Related Disorders: Info for Parents (English/Spanish)
π± Contact Us!
Counselors
6th Grade - Mrs. Vaughn (ksvaughn@prosper-isd.net)
7th Grade (A-Lan) - Mrs. Hancock (hancockjr@prosper-isd.net)
7th Grade (Lap-Z) - Mrs. Scottow (kbscottow@prosper-isd.net)
8th Grade - Mrs. Beeson (embeeson@prosper-isd.net)
Administrators
6th Grade - Mrs. Miller (ljmiller@prosper-isd.net)
7th Grade (A-Lan) - Mr. Flake (btflake@prosper-isd.net)
7th Grade (Lap-Z) - Mr. Neece (arneece@prosper-isd.net)
8th Grade - Mrs. Crosbie (accrosbie@prosper-isd.net)
Principal - Dr. Mullins (jmmullins@prosper-isd.net)