Timberwolf Times

Timberwolf Families,

Congratulations to our 8th-grade band students that participated with the Brooke Point High School marching band on Friday night!!

The last day for the first quarter is Thursday, October 15th. Parent-Teacher conference day is Monday, October 19th. The sign up information is below. Report cards will be viewable in ParentVue on October 23rd.

Families in the car rider line, please stay alert and off your cell phone. We need all drivers to pay attention for safety purposes. Thank you!

Upcoming School Closed/Teacher workday:

There is no school for students on Fri., Oct. 16, and Mon., Oct. 19. October 16 is a teacher work day. October 19 is parent-teacher conference day.

The 6th Grade Social is on Friday, October 23rd from 4:30-6:30. See PTO News information below for more details.

This year, all schools in SCPS are adopting new English/Language Arts curricula. SHMS has received 7 samples of curricula for preview as part of the selection process. If you are interested in coming by to view them, please reach out to either our Reading Specialist, Mrs. Davis at davisja1@staffordschools.net or our librarian, Mrs. Kuhfuss, at kuhfussrl@staffordschools.net to set up a time.

Sincerely,

SHMS Admin Team

Tues. through Thurs., October 13-15: Hispanic Heritage Spirit Week (See information below)

Thurs., Oct. 15: Great American Shake Out earthquake drill at 10:15 and Loteria Night from 5:30-7 pm

Fri., Oct. 16: No school for students

Mon., Oct. 19: 9-10 AM Annual Title 1 meeting, 10 AM-6 PM Parent Teacher Conference Day, and no school for students

Fri., Oct. 23: Report cards will be available in ParentVue and 6th Grade Social "Glow-Up"

Week of October 26th: Pink Week

You can subscribe to the SHMS Community Calendar: SHMS Community Calendar.

Parents-

Over the course of the past 9 weeks, several of our students were administered the VALLSS (Virginia Language and Literacy Screening System) tests. If your child was tested, a letter detailing the tests will be sent home via your child.

For some, testing data combined with their SOL scores from last year resulted in their placement on a reading plan for the 26-27 school year. The letters you will receive details the plan as well as their scores on the assessments.

Plans will go live in ParentVue on Monday, October 19.

Please reach out to Mrs. Davis, our Reading Specialist, if you have any questions. Her email is davisja1@staffordschools.net. She will also be available during the conference day on October 19.

We do not have many earthquakes in Virginia. The last major earthquake we had was on August 23, 2011, with a magnitude of 5.8.

Shirley Heim Middle School will be participating in the world's largest earthquake drill on Thursday, October 15th, at 10:15 am. We will use the Drop, Cover, and Hold on!

Sign into ParentVue.

Use the dropdown arrow to select the student you are scheduling a conference for.

Click on Conference.

Click on the Parent Teacher Conferences.

Click on Parent Schedule Conferences.

Select Meeting Type and an available time. Once you select a time, your conference will be scheduled.

There is a how to paper with screen shots as an attachment below.

ANNUAL TITLE 1 MEETING OCTOBER 19

Shirley Heim Middle School is excited to invite you to our Title I Community Meeting here at Shirley Heim Middle School! This important event will take place on Monday, October 19, from 9:00-10:00 a.m.

The Title I Community Meeting is a valuable opportunity for families to learn more about the academic programs and supports we offer to help every student succeed. We will also share ways for you to stay involved and connected as a partner in your child’s education. While this event is open to all SHMS families, we believe it will be especially beneficial for families who believe their student would benefit from additional academic support. This may be a product of a language barrier, social-emotional challenge, or simply a new transition.

To make the morning even more enjoyable, breakfast will be served for all attendees. Following the meeting, families will have time to connect with teachers, coaches, and administrators to ask questions, share feedback, and build relationships that support student success.

Your involvement makes a big difference in your child’s learning journey, and we hope you will join us for this engaging and informative event.

Please RSVP using this Google Form, and feel free to reach out to us with any questions.

We look forward to seeing you there!

REUNIÓN ANUAL DEL PROGRAMA TÍTULO I: 19 DE OCTUBRE

¡La Escuela Intermedia Shirley Heim se complace en invitarles a nuestra reunión comunitaria del programa Título I aquí en la escuela! Este importante evento se llevará a cabo el lunes 19 de octubre, de 9:00 a 10:00 a. m.
La reunión comunitaria de Título I es una excelente oportunidad para que las familias conozcan más sobre los programas académicos y los recursos de apoyo que ofrecemos para ayudar a que cada estudiante tenga éxito. También compartiremos formas en las que pueden participar y mantenerse conectados como colaboradores en la educación de sus hijos. Si bien este evento está abierto a todas las familias de SHMS, creemos que será especialmente beneficioso para aquellas familias que consideren que su estudiante podría aprovechar un apoyo académico adicional. Esto puede deberse a una barrera lingüística, a desafíos socioemocionales o simplemente a una nueva etapa de transición.

Para hacer la mañana aún más agradable, se ofrecerá desayuno a todos los asistentes. Después de la reunión, las familias tendrán tiempo para conversar con maestros, entrenadores y administradores; podrán hacer preguntas, compartir sus opiniones y fortalecer los vínculos que favorecen el éxito estudiantil.

Su participación marca una gran diferencia en el proceso de aprendizaje de sus hijos, y esperamos contar con su presencia en este evento interesante e informativo.

Por favor, confirme su asistencia mediante este formulario de Google y no dude en contactarnos si tiene alguna pregunta.

¡Esperamos verles allí!

Dear Timberwolf families,

We would like to inform you that all seventh graders and new students will soon have completed the mandated hearing and vision screenings as part of our commitment to ensuring the well-being of our students. These screenings are crucial for identifying any potential issues that may affect your child's academic performance and overall health. If your child has failed any of these screenings, please be aware that a letter will be mailed to your home soon, providing further details and instructions. It is imperative that you return the completed official portion of this letter before the upcoming winter break. We understand that unexpected medical expenses can be challenging, and if financial assistance is needed, please do not hesitate to contact our school nurse, Nurse Evelyn, at reyesfordej@staffordschools.net. Your child's health is of paramount importance to us, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

Estimadas familias de Timberwolf,

Nos gustaría informarles que todos los estudiantes de séptimo grado y los nuevos estudiantes habrán completado pronto los exámenes auditivos y de visión obligatorios como parte de nuestro compromiso de garantizar el bienestar de nuestros estudiantes. Estas evaluaciones son cruciales para identificar posibles problemas que puedan afectar el rendimiento académico y la salud general de su hijo. Si su hijo no ha superado alguna de estas evaluaciones, tenga en cuenta que se enviará una carta a su hogar pronto, proporcionando más detalles e instrucciones. Es imprescindible que devuelva la parte oficial completada de esta carta antes de las próximas vacaciones de invierno. Entendemos que los gastos médicos inesperados pueden ser desafiantes, y si necesita asistencia financiera, no dude en ponerse en contacto con nuestra enfermera de la escuela, la enfermera Evelyn, en reyesfordej@staffordschools.net. La salud de su hijo es de suma importancia para nosotros, y estamos aquí para apoyarlos en cada paso del camino.

High School Discovery Nights! will return for the 2026-2027 school year. This is an opportunity for rising 9th-grade families to learn about high school curriculum, Specialty Centers and Regional Schools.

Discovery Nights Schedule (6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.):

• Tuesday, December 1, 2026 - Stafford High School

• Wednesday, December 2, 2026 - North Stafford High School

• Thursday, December 3, 2026 - Mountain View High School

• Monday, December 7, 2026 - Brooke Point High School

• Wednesday, December 9, 2026 - Colonial Forge High School

• Thursday, December 10, 2026 - Hartwood High School

Breakout sessions will be scheduled for each night to include: AMP Center, CHAMP Center, EPIC Center, LEAPS Center, BIT Center, ASCENT Center, the Academy of Technology and Innovation at the University of Mary Washington (ATI-UMW), and Commonwealth Governor’s School (CGS). Other secondary programs, core and elective courses, and student services specific to each high school will host information tables.

Key student application and selection system dates include:

• December 1, 2026 - Secondary Programs Application System Opens

• February 1, 2027 - Secondary Programs Application System Closes

• February 26, 2027 - First Parent/Student Program Selection Notification

Practices after school till 6 pm. Please be on time to pick up your child.

Games start at 5:00 pm.

Tues., Oct. 13: Home game vs. H H Poole MS

Wed., Oct. 21: Home game vs. Rodney Thompson MS

Wed., Oct. 28: PINK OUT! Home game vs. Gayle MS (Soft Treat food truck will be there too)

Championship game November 4, at 6:00 pm at Colonial Forge HS

Tryouts begin on Tuesday, October 20th.

There are three days of tryouts: 10/20, 10/21, and 10/22.

Athletes will need to have a current VHSL physical form on file in order to participate in tryouts. See the link below.

Practices after school till 6 pm. Please be on time to pick up your child.

A Games start at 5:00 pm.

Schedule:

Fri., Nov. 13: home game vs. Drew MS

Mon., Nov. 16: away game at HH Poole MS

Wed., Nov 18: away game at AG Wright MS

Mon., Nov. 23: home game vs. Gayle MS

Wed., Dec. 2: away game vs. Dixon-Smith MS

Fri., Dec. 4: away game at Rodney Thompson MS

Wed., Dec. 9: home game vs. Stafford MS

Tournament Dates:

Round 1: Fri., Dec. 11 (higher seed hosts)

Round 2: Tues., Dec. 15

Championship Game: Thurs., Dec. 17

The SHMS PTO is excited to host our upcoming 6th Grade Social – Glow Up Neon Party on Friday, October 23, 2026, from 4:30–6:30 PM in the SHMS Cafeteria and Gym.

Tickets are $10 and available online only from October 12–22, 2026. Students must have a completed permission slip and payment to attend. No permission slips will be accepted on October 23, and no exceptions can be made.

Additional details, permission slips and tickets can be found here https://shmspto.ptboard.com/formvw?store=8341&form=2

https://shmspto.ptboard.com/formvw?store=8341&form=2

Shirley C. Heim Middle School PTO Inc. would like to share the volunteer signup 6th Grade Social - Glow in the Dark Party! with you. Click the button below to sign up.

On October 23, 2026 from 4:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. we are thrilled to have our 6th Grade Social but we need your help with behind the scenes such as, setup before the event, take down after the event, and donations (i.e. food, drink, and decor), and chaperones (i.e. teachers, staff, admin, and parents/guardians) during the event!

When signing up, your name and the organization you are affiliated with are needed (i.e. Parent/Guardian, high school student (list high school and if you are National Honors Society (NHS) or Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC)). ALL NHS and JROTC students must bring their hours sheet to get signed and will signed by the PTO President, Vice President, or Volunteer Coordinator. Volunteers need to eat before they come or wait until after the students have eaten. We are asking that no young children come with you.

Donate to this event through the Amazon wish list located on the flyer, via the QR code. Last day to order items for delivery would be Wednesday, October 21, 2026.

If you are purchasing food, drinks, or decorations please have those items dropped off to the front office no later than 4:00 P.M. on October 22, 2026.

Should there be any questions or concerns please reach out via email to shmsptopresident@gmail.com.

Thanks for supporting the students by volunteering with the PTO and donating!

If you would like to order pink week spirit wear, please place your order by October 16th.

They will deliver by the October. 23rd.