Panther News - Weekly Update

Hello Panther Families!

Welcome to the week of October 12th! We hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend!

We have a busy and exciting week ahead, from Volleyball and Football Tournaments to our Neon Spirit Day on Wednesday and our SRMS PTA Holiday Craft Market this Saturday, October 17th from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM!

Report Cards Available: 1st Nine Weeks Report Cards will be posted on Tuesday, October 13th. Be sure to review progress in Skyward with your student as we kick off the new grading period.

Have a fantastic week, Panthers!

From all of us,

Cheryl Oberkrieser

Principal | Shadow Ridge Middle School

Thank an outstanding SRMS staff member!

Mon, Oct 12

• Holiday - No School

Tue, Oct 13

• 7 FB vs Downing @ FMHS | D1–5:30 PM | D2–6:30 PM
• 19T Report Cards
• Theatre: Parent Musical Meeting | 6:00–7:00 PM

Wed, Oct 14

• 8 FB vs Downing | 5:30 PM
• 7 VB D1 Tournament vs Huffines @ Griffin MS | 6:30 PM
• 7 VB D2 Tournament vs Lamar @ Briarhill MS | 5:30 PM
• Spirit Day | “Outshine the Diamondbacks” (Neon Wear)
• Orchestra: All-Region Tutorials

Thur, Oct 15

• 8VB D1 Tournament vs Killian @ Downing | 6:30 PM
• 8 VB D2 Tournament vs Creek Valley @ Creek Valley | 5:30 PM
• UIL Eligibility (Gain/Lose)

Fri, Oct 16

• Theatre: OAP Rehearsal | 3:45–5:30 PM

• SRMS PTA Craft Fair | 10:00 AM–3:00 PM
• Band: All-District Auditions @ Arbor Creek MS
• Choir: All-Region Auditions @ Strickland MS

• 10/19 – 7FB Semi-Finals, 7VB Tournament, LLELA Field Trip
• 10/20 – 7VB Tournament, 8FB Semi-Finals, LLELA Field Trip
• 10/21 – 8VB Tournament, Band All-Region Small Group Auditions, Orchestra Fall Concert
• 10/22 – 8VB Tournament, PSAT 8/9
• 10/23 – FMHS Homecoming
• 10/24 – Band Large Group All-Region Auditions, Orchestra All-Region Auditions

Screenings will take place between October and December.

Routine vision and hearing screenings help detect problems early so your child can see and hear their best in school.

IF YOU WEAR GLASSES, BRING THEM!

This helps ensure the most accurate screening possible.

Questions or Opt-Outs:

Please contact Nurse Valerie if you have any questions or would like to opt out of these important screenings:

Phone: 972-350-1502

Thank you for helping us support your child's health and success!

Give your student a special middle school birthday memory! Limited marquee spots are available each month, so reserve early!

Click Here to Reserve a Birthday Celebration!

Dust off your Western Wear and break out the hairspray for Crazy Hair, we have a full lineup of spirit days planned for Red Ribbon Week, and our weekly game days.

Be sure to bookmark our schedule so you can show your school spirit!

Click Here to View the Full 2026–2027 Spirit Days Schedule

Click Here to Access LISD Counseling & Social Work Resources

Looking for your student's next great read? Ms. Dodson has shared all the latest updates, reading program details, and library news in this month's edition!

Library Lowdown

Quick Links:

• Join the PTA Here

• Book a Birthday Marquee Shoutout

Thank you for backing our students, teachers, and school community!

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