Rogers Beat

Rogers Families,

Last week we distributed bus badges to all bus riders. If your child did not receive one please reach out to their assistant principal. There is a replacement fee of $5, so keeping track of it and making sure they have it each day is important. If their badge is lost a replacement badge will need to be purchased in Skyward under the fee section.

We are also about to reach the halfway mark of our first nine weeks. If you don't check Skyward regularly for grades, this time of the nine weeks is a good time to do so.

I hope everyone enjoys the long Labor Day weekend, and we look forward to seeing students back on Tuesday.

Have a great week!

Learn Boldly. Lead Fiercely. Wildcat Pride!

Jason Jetton, Principal

Throughout the year, our school counselors work closely with students, staff, parents, and the community to ensure that our students are supported in every aspect of their development. Our focus is on promoting academic success, fostering personal, social, and emotional growth, and preparing students for college and career readiness.

In the Google Form, you will find some information about the roles and responsibilities of the school counselors and the services they provide. We ask that you take a few moments to answer the questions that follow. Your feedback is invaluable to us and plays a crucial role in shaping our counseling program to better meet the needs of our students.

We’re looking for caring, committed adults to serve as mentors to Prosper ISD students. You don’t need to be a counselor or expert—just someone willing to listen, encourage, and show up consistently. Mentors meet with students on campus during the school day in a structured, supportive environment.

As a mentor, you’ll help students feel seen, supported, and inspired to grow into the confident, resilient leaders of tomorrow. We provide all the training and tools—you bring your time and heart.

Volunteer mentors will:

• Meet with students monthly, during the school day, for 30 minutes
• Build positive relationships rooted in trust and respect
• Serve as role models and champions for student success
• Help students develop confidence, character, and connection

Less stress, more clarity — that's the goal. This parent-friendly session breaks down what assessments actually tell us about your child, beyond just a number. Learn how to look past test scores and better understand your child's strengths and needs.

The 2026-2027 Free/Reduced Lunch Applications are now available.

It is time to sign up to participate in the Scripp's National Spelling Bee. Rogers Middle School is proud to have had the #6 speller in the NATION last year from the 10 million students who participated!

Participation in the Spelling Bee is for any student in grades 3 - 8.

The 2026-2027 Prosper ISD Spelling Bee will take place in several levels.
At the first level, campuses will host a written test. Roger's written spelling test will take place during school hours in advisory class on Wednesday, Oct 7th.

The top 20 (maybe more if there are ties) students from this test will compete in the Campus Spelling Bee held on the evening of November 4th in a traditional Spelling Bee oral format. Invitations for this event will be sent to those individual students who qualify for the Bee.

The Champion from each campus will advance to the District Spelling Bee on December 10, 2026.

The top 6 students from Prosper ISD will advance to the Collin County Spelling Bee held in February 2027.

The top 3-6 students at the Collin County Bee will advance to the Dallas Regional Bee. From there, winners will advance to the National Bee.

Please check the message at the end of the google form for a link to the study words and a link to download an app to help with studying. Per the rules, we can not post these publicly.

By completing this form, you are giving your permission for your child to participate in the Prosper ISD Scripp's National Spelling Bee preliminary contests and for your child to represent Prosper ISD in the contest should your student advance. Additionally, by completing this form, you acknowledge that your child's name and image may be used by Prosper ISD and the Scripp's National Spelling Bee organization when acknowledging winners and grant permission for that use.

PLEASE COMPLETE THIS FORM SEPARATELY FOR EACH STUDENT THAT YOU WANT TO SIGN UP FOR THE BEE who is enrolled in Prosper ISD in grades 3 - 8!

Bus Badges Have Arrived at Rogers!

Student bus badges were passed out this week!

Please keep an eye out for your student's bus rider badge. Replacement badges cost $5.

Bus rider badges will be mandatory as of September 28th.

Please read the attached regarding checkout procedures and requirements. If you need your student before 3:40 please check them out by 3:15.

Apply today to serve on a Prosper ISD Committee. Applications are due August 28, 2026.

We have our first General PTO meeting on 9/9 at 9am in the Rogers Library and would love to see you there! We are looking forward to an exciting year for our staff and students. We will be discussing upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and will be finalizing the annual budget. Please scan the QR code in the graphic to help us plan for attendance and to get registered for your fast pass!

And, our fundraiser is wrapping up! We have extended the deadline to Monday, 9/7, so if you have any additional friends and family who would like to help support Rogers, please share the fundraiser information with them!

Please consider joining the Rogers Athletics Booster Club!

RABC Website

Please remember, PISD has a clear bag policy district wide for any sporting events. Gameday safety is our #1 priority! This includes students and their backpacks during middle school games. Students will not be allowed to enter the stadium or gym with a backpack.

The 2026-2027 free student game passes will go live on the HomeTown ticketing website and app (on the Prosper ISD Events page) on Monday, August 17th and will remain available through Monday, September 7th. We are excited to share that this year, students in grades 7-12 will use their student ID number to access their free digital pass.

Another cost effective ticket purchase option for our middle school families and fans-Punch Passes. Punch passes in quantities of 10 and 20 are available now! This option helps to keep the credit card fees at a minimum for our large family groups or fans who frequent a large number of events.

September

7- Labor Day - No School

8- 8th Grade Football VS Bridges MS @ Children's Health Stadium (A- 6:15/B- 5:00/C- 7:45)

8- 7th Grade Football @ Bridges MS (A- 6:15/B- 5:00/C- 7:45)

9- PTO General Meeting 9-10AM in the Rogers Library

10- 7th & 8th Grade Volleyball VS Bridges MS @ Walnut Grove HS (Navy- 6:00/Silver- 7:00/White- 5:00)

12- Cross Country McKinney Boyd Bronco Stampede Invitational