Shepherd High School Weekly Update

As a Capturing Kids Heart's school we start each class with a few minutes to share Good Things." (See the Launch at the end of this update.) I got to spend some time with our Leadership students this week to discuss the State of the School presentation (see below). It was great to get their insight and here their take on how things are going around the high school. I appreciate their thoughtful insights on the data that was presented and their ideas on how we can make Shepherd High School better for everyone.

Thursday

1st - Review

• There will be a table by the office, a few people from leadership will pass out dark chocolate to the students during the extended passing time

• Dark chocolate boosts brain function!

2nd - Exam

3rd - Review

Lunch

4th - Exam

5th - Review

Friday

1st - Exam

2nd -

• Release at 10:28

• There will be a table by the office with popcorn, pretzels, and trail mix. Some students from leadership will pass out the snack for the students.

3rd - Exam

Lunch

5th - Exam

If you need Parent Access to Schoology (our online learning platform) please reach out to the HS Office for your access code. With Parent Access you can see the day to day assignments, grades and progress in each of your student's classes. (When they say the don't have homework, you will already know the answer. 😉 )

If you, or your company, would like to be a part of this year's Shepherd High School Career Fair please scan the QR code below or contact the high school office.

Let's GO GREEN! Any form that is RED needs to be completed!

https://shepherd-mi.finalforms.com/

As we prepare for the 25-26 school year, we want to inform families that Shepherd Public Schools will now implement 3-hour delays in place of 2-hour delays when appropriate.

Here’s how a 3-hour delay will work:

School Doors Open: 10:40 AM

Power Announcement Sent: 5:30 AM

If Conditions Worsen, School Would Be Canceled by: 8:00 AM

Please note:

Sub-varsity athletic events will be canceled on school closing days unless they are part of a combination game with a varsity team. We will begin making decisions about practices, games, and other school activities at 12:00 pm.

We appreciate your flexibility as we prioritize student and staff safety while maximizing learning time.

The Michigan Department of Education (MDE) has partnered with the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) to enhance the Pathfinder Resources page with organized resources that will help students and their families review college information, find financial aid information, get a job, serve their community or country, assess their skills if unsure of their path, and explore opportunities to earn college credit or receive training in high school.

The Paying for College in Michigan website has been updated. This page is designed to help students, and their families learn about the resources available to them as Michigan residents. Some of the topics include:

• Types of Financial Aid
• Responsible Borrowing Resources
• Saving for College
• State Financial Aid Programs
• Federal Financial Aid Programs
• Scholarship and Student Loan Resources and more

PA 57 of 2023 requires districts to provide all students in grades 6–12 with the Michigan Department of Education’s (MDE) Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Information Guide, the district’s Title IX coordinator contact information, and the district policies on sexual assault and harassment. This information, for Shepherd Public Schools, is linked below.

Cap and Gown packets went home with the Class of 2026 on 9/25. Orders are due 12/1/2025 or a late fee will be charged.

*these dates/times are subject to change.

Be on the lookout for how you can help someone. Check in on your friends and make new ones. And find ways to make someone’s day better.