Hello Panther Pfamilies,

      As we enter the first week of October, we have a very short week for students ahead of us. Students will be off from Oct 5-9th this coming week and teachers and staff will take advantage of professional learning opportunities through the district. 

We definitely set some records with 225 students attending the dance Friday night, which was 100 more students than our normal dance participation. Thanks to some parent input, we are going to adjust our dismissal procedures from the dance, possibly allowing for front and back pick-up and having students wait inside and by the exit doors until their ride arrives. Before our winter dance, we will send out specific procedural changes.  Although we had no issues, we always love parent feedback and want to create safer procedures, especially as we have more students in specific locations. 

Parents, we are asking everyone to apply for free and reduced lunch this school year and raise our overall participation. Here is the information to apply. 

The online form is available online through the Skyward Parent Portal, available by clicking “Log in here” at:Free and Reduced Lunch Application (English) Free and Reduced Lunch Application (Spanish) and Free and Reduced Lunch Application (Vietnamese)

Here are some of our events and activities ahead of us this week! 

Please Welcome our Newest Panther Staff Member - Parent Liaison, Ms. Zademack: 

We are excited to have Ms. Zademack re-join our team. She served our students and campus as a special education teacher for many years and is excited for a new role helping parents!

Panther Staff Member of the Week - Rosie Croteau:

Ms. Painter awarded this week's winner, Ms. Croteau. She has been a tremendous addition to our Panther Team and we are lucky to have her! Congrats!!

Conchas y Cafe for Parents - Tomorrow, Oct. 2nd @ 9:15:

We invite all parents to come enjoy some coffee, sweet bread and learn more about PMS! Come and join our admin team for a plática (talk). This event was rescheduled on the campus calendar for Oct. 2nd.

Pfestival of Bands - October 2nd: 

Our Panther Band will be participating in the annual Pfestival of the Bands tomorrow night @ 7 pm @ the PFIELD. Students will stay after school and be picked up no later than 9:30 pm.

Band Continued -8th Grade Night @ the PFIELD:

Band students will meet at the PFIELD at 6 pm. Parents will check students out with the Band Directors after halftime.

Cheerleading Change and Athletic Events this Week: 

From Coach Calliouet- Due to the 7th grade game change, we will not have a game to cheer at Monday night (10/2). This was a late change as the game was moved to Bohls on 10/3.

Cheer practice October 3 after school until 5:30 PM. Parents, please pick up cheerleaders in the back of the school outside the gym. 

No practice - Oct 6 due to student holiday

Lady Panthers VB Games 10/4 

8G VB Duals @ Connally HS @ 530pm

7G Away vs Parkcrest @ 530pm

Panther Football

7th Grade Game Change -

October 3rd @ Bohls - 5:30 pm

8th Grade: Oct 3rd @ Bohls - 6:30 pm

Cross Country - No meets this week, but we do have some recogntion to give. Our XC athletes have been doing amazing things at our meets this year. 

Congratulations to Isabella Dorsey for winning first place in two separate meets this year!!!

PTO Sonic Spirit Night - October 4th, 4-8 pm:

We are excited to spend time with students and families at our first Spirit Night on Oct. 4th. Looking at the forecast, we are expecting some rain and a cold front, but we will carry on!  We will have a slushy and hot dog eating competition for students, which is always a great time. Families, if you would like for 40% of your proceeds to go to PTO, please give them the receipt and let them know it is for Pflugerville MS PTO.

Academic UIL Season is Here!!!

Last year, our panther students competed and placed in many events for academic UIL. We want to surpass our achievements this school year and are excited to have Mrs. Speichinger leading these efforts. Here is some important information below from her. 

It’s Academic UIL Time! In the next week, we will be announcing initial meetings for our various UIL Coaches. We will be attending the District Practice Meet on Saturday, December 9, and the official competition will be Saturday, February 10.

Some meetings will be happening this week, others will be announced for next week given the shortened school week for this week. Please contact the following staff members for the appropriate subject, or have your student listen to announcements for meeting times. More info will be sent out in next week’s email.

Math, Number Sense, and Calculator Applications: Anna Speichinger anna.speichinger@pfisd.net – Initial interest meeting Tuesday, October 3 from 3:45-4pm in Rm B112 

Chess Puzzles: Rosanne Croteau Rosanne.Croteau@pfisd.net Meeting Tuesday, October 3 from 3:45-4:15 in Ms. Croteau’s room

Maps, Charts and Graphs and Social Studies: Justin Ward justin.ward@pfisd.net - Initial meeting Wednesday, October 4 7:50-8:15 am Room D110

Spelling, Science, and Ready Writing: Mary Washer mary.washer@pfisd.net

Editorial Writing and Modern Oratory: Nabila Nader nabila.nader@pfisd.net

Impromptu Speaking and Listening: Obrianna Griffin: Obrianna.Fillmoregriffin@pfisd.net 

8th Grade Choir Night - Oct. 5th @ 5pm:

Choir - 8th Grade Choir Night 10/5 - Meet at the PHS Choir Room (Door 13) at 5PM for food and fun before heading over to the Pfield! We will sing the National Anthem with the PHS Choir!

Choir - Upcoming Fall Choir Concert

Student Club Sponsors, Dates and Times:

We have 15 clubs sponsored and are hoping to have more soon. Please send the document below to see days, times and teachers that will be sponsoring these clubs.

Student Clubs

Breast Cancer Awareness Day is October 20th - "Pink Out": 

We are encouraging everyone to wear "Pink" on Oct. 20th to raise awareness on the fight against cancer. 

PTO Information, October Calendar and Updates: 

Per our last Parent-Teacher-Organization meeting, we are moving our meetings back to "zoom" to give more of our community access to attend meetings on thier own time. The link is below. We also have a great app "Band" we are using that will help to grow our volunteers and parent input. Here is the zoom link, October Calendar and "Band" app link. 

PTO October Calendar

Next PTO Meeting - October 19th @ 5:30 pm 

Topic: PTO Meeting Zoom Link
Time: Oct 19, 2023 05:30 PM Pacific Time (US and Canada)

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"Band" App Link: Hey, join our 'Pflugerville Middle School PTO' group on BAND - The app for groups and communities!
https://linkprotect.cudasvc.com/url?a=https%3a%2f%2fband.us%2fn%2fa5af92bdC018q&c=E,1,sJFvHHtInbETSsmBPnz2_VFbxx3lr_1p_QS88t4CdEXsMY8aX12WZNMFwXEQAelZ41KtVqAOwsW56h5vR-PQHQ575N0iEos67GjQoAN6ysQZjqV5JkCoZ-i_&typo=1 

Pfall Pfestival - October 27th: 5:30-8:30 pm

We are excited to welcome the community and families to our 3rd annual Pfall Pfestival. We will have food, games, student performances and some spooky attractions. 

Pflugerville Middle School Hoodies and Shirts

are now available for purchase!

Hoodies are $35 

School Shirts are $20

Purchases can be made 

during lunch with Mrs. Fernandez or online 

Click here to purchase you PMS Hoodie 

PMS shirts for 6th and 7th graders are now available for  Purchase Online or during lunch with Mrs. Fernandez. Shirts are $20 and we encourage our students to wear the panther shirts on Fridays to show our Panther Pride! 

Click here to order your PMS Panther Shirt

8th Grade Fundraiser

8th grade shirts are available for purchase! 

Click here to purchase your Class of 2028 shirt

 Funds will be used for the 8th Grade End of the Year Trip. 

Chromebook News:

A friendly reminder, parents and students are able to pay for Chromebook charger replacement/repairs and insurance fees through RevTrak. 

Chromebook Chargers, Repair Fees and Insurance Fees

Have a great afternoon and evening! 

Sincerely,

Philip

Greetings Panthers,

      We have many important events both during school and after school this week. 

I am looking for 2-3 more parents and/or community members on the Campus Academic Advisory Council for the school year. Our first meeting is tomorrow at 5:30 if you can join us. See below for more details.

If you would like more information on our Title 1 programming, I will be presenting two presentations with the same information on Wednesday, Sept. 27th. Each meeting will take about 30-40 minutes. All community members are welcome to learn more about how we utilize our federal funds to serve students through specific programming on campus. 

We have school pictures and our first dance on Friday, which is also listed below. Have a great Panther week ahead and please continue to contact us with questions, concerns, celebrations and suggestions. 

Panther Staff Member of the Week- Amanda Painter !!!

Congratulations to Mrs. Painter, our campus instructional staff. You've been a tremendous addition to our Panther Staff supporting teachers and campus processes!

CAAC (Campus Academic Advisory Committee) Meeting # 1- Monday, Sept. 25th @ 5:30  pm in room B 101:

We would love to welcome more parents and community members to our CAAC meetings this year. You will be joining multiple staff members on this committee to learn about many areas of our current progress with academics and programs. 

The role of the CAAC is primarily advisory and consultative in nature. The principal shall involve the CAAC in: 

• assisting in the development, review, revision of the campus plan.

• reviewing student performance and campus plan progress

Art Club Meets on 9/26 (3:35-4:30) - from Ms. Leverton: 

Join us on Tuesday 9/26 for the first Art club meeting! Room c112 from 3:35-4:30 We will meet every 2nd and last Tuesday of the month, Everyone is welcome!

Cheerleading Practice this Week: 

Cheer practice Monday 25th afterschool until 5:30 pm

Game Tuesday 26th afterschool until 6:30 pm ( parents please pick your students up before 7 pm)

Cheer practice Friday 29th afterschool until 5:30 pm

Theatre Arts News:

One-Act Play rehearsals are on Monday and Tuesday only this week. All chocolate bar fundraiser money is due to Ms. Driscoll this week as well.

Athletic Events this Week: 

Lady Panther Volleyball - 9/28

7th Grade: Away vs Park Crest @ 5:30

8th Grade: Home vs Bohls @ 5:30

Panther Football

7th Grade-Mon 9/25: Home (PHS) vs. Bohls

8th Grade-Tues 9/26: Home (PHS) vs Bohls 

PTO Meeting - Thursday, Sept. 28th 5:30-6:30: 

Our PTO is growing exponentially and would love to add new members. If you are interested and would like to join, come see us on Thursday evening at 5:30 in room B 101.

Annual Title 1 Public Meeting-September 27th (6:00-45 pm and 7:00-7:45)-PMS Cafeteria: 

I will be presenting on our Title 1 program and it's many important aspects related to our campus. There will be two presentations offered to accommodate schedules of our parents and community members.

Option 1: 600-6:45 in the PMS Cafeteria

Option 2: 7:00-7:45 in the PMS Cafeteria

This presentation will include, but is not limited to:

• Title 1 funding and expenditures
• Parent's Right to be Involved
• Written Student and Family Compacts
• Curriculum Information
• Title 1 Programming

All parents and community members are welcome and I hope to see you there. 

Fall Dance- Sept. 29th from 6-8 pm:

We are excited to have our first school dance on Friday evening, Sept. 29th for all grade levels. This event will be $5 and take place in the new gymnasium. Tickets will be sold this week during lunches for cash only.  Drop-off and pick-up will be in the back of the school and doors will open at 6 pm sharp. Concessions will be sold at this event as well for cash only. Students with excessive tardies, unexcused absences and disciplinary offenses may not purchase a ticket and will be eligible for future dances with the incentive to improve in these specific areas.

Parents, if you are interested in helping with dance decorations or being a chaperone at the dance please contact Mrs. Fernandez at sylvia.fernandez@pfisd.com. 

Scholastic Book Fair Coming Soon: Sept 28-Oct. 4th:

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school!

You can get a jump-start on shopping through our Online Book Fair*! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/pflugervillemiddle

To make your lives easier, you can now set up a Book Fair eWallet, which gives students a secure, cash-free way to shop the fair. We are going to take cash as well.

School Picture Day is Sept. 29th - This Friday!! 

For any questions about pictures, please reach out to Sylvia Fernandez @ sylvia.fernandez@pfisd.net.

Conchas Con Cafe 10/2/23 @ 9:15 am:

We invite all parents to come enjoy some coffee, sweet bread and learn more about PMS! Come and join our admin team for a plática (talk). This event was rescheduled on the campus calendar for Oct. 2nd.

PTO Sonic Spirit Night - October 4th, 4-8 pm:

We are excited to spend time with students and families at our first Spirit Night on Oct. 4th. We will have a slushy and hot dog eating competition for students, which is always a great time. Families, if you would like for 40% of your proceeds to go to PTO, please give them the receipt and let them know it is for Pflugerville MS PTO.

Pfall Pfestival: Oct. 27th - 5:30-8:30 pm:

Our student celebrations committee has begun the planning for our 3rd annual Pfall Pfestival. We will be reaching out to the community with more informations soon. We will follow a same format to last year.

Regards,

Philip

Greetings Panther Pfamilies, 

       It was wonderful seeing everyone at Open House. Thank you all for coming out and making it a special night. Also, thank you for your donations to support PTO this school year and student events and activities.

Here are the latest updates on events and information about Pflugerville Middle School. 

Annual Title 1 Public Meeting-September 27th (6:00-45 pm and 7:00-7:45)-PMS Cafeteria: 

I will be presenting on our Title 1 program and it's many important aspects related to our campus. There will be two presentations offered to accommodate schedules of our parents and community members.

Option 1: 600-6:45 in the PMS Cafeteria

Option 2: 7:00-7:45 in the PMS Cafeteria

This presentation will include, but is not limited to:

• Title 1 funding and expenditures
• Parent's Right to be Involved
• Written Student and Family Compacts
• Curriculum Information
• Title 1 Programming

All parents and community members are welcome and I hope to see you there. 

September Calendar of Events (updated by PTO):

The link below has some of our events for September, please stay tuned for our October calendar coming soon!

https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/Domain/2905/PMS_PTO%20Calendar%20September.pdf

Athletic Events this Week (9/18-9/22):

7th Grade Football (Home): Monday (9/18) - PMS vs Westview @ PHS (5:30 kickoff)

8th Grade Football (Away): Tuesday (9/19) PMS vs. Westview @ Westview (5:30 kickoff)

Cross Country Practice Meet @ PHS/PMS: Event starts @ 5 pm 

Lady Panther Volleyball - Thursday 9/21 @ 5:30 pm

• 7th Grade - Duals @ PHS
• 8th Grade (Home) vs Park Crest

Choir Parent Night - Thursday, Sept. 21st (come and go event from 5 to 7 pm):

Come out between 5 and 7 pm and get more information on our Choir program, events and activities from Ms. Martin. If you have not been on campus yet, this is also an opportunity to see our new Choir classroom. 

Panther Staff Member of the Week - Erika Johnson !!!

Congratulations Ms. Johnson on earning this weekly nomination from Ms. Bartlett. Thank you Ms. Johnson for your positive attitude and student-centered mindset. 

No Place for Hate Student Survey and Campus Student Committee Information: 

Although, we have been a recognized "No Place for Hate Campus" the last 3 years, we are looking to make a stronger impact with this initiative and want student voices to lead it. Mrs. Salcido and Mr. Ozowalu are spearheading this campus committee this year and have provided some information, documents and the survey below. For any questions about this initiative this year, please reach out to Mrs. Salcido and Mr. Ozowalu @ valorie.salcido@pfisd.net and chukwuma.ozowalu@pfisd.net.

Letter to Parents (English) - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KPyhTd2VpwAS5o70bMYtfG7PDt0aZP7F_0E80KTAMW4/edit

Letter to Parents (Spanish) - https://docs.google.com/document/d/1CEHuJqlSnTrZ7g0aPGlKMQEAhzCGgevl5Ie2jD-FExU/edit

Student/Parent No Place for Hate Coalition, Invitation and Permission Form  https://docs.google.com/document/d/1F_T-GpVzbestnGIVpg9fJTr9b1uzVn-1a8ib6ZuGOF0/edit

Student/Parent No Place for Hate Coaltion, Invitation and Permission Form (Spanish) - https://docs.google.com/document/d/17avzCgLC8IHhnRqUEaGU3Bi4MCUJ9qEdbyN494iSRrw/edit

Student Survey - (this will also be emailed to students this week for a larger response) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfTvAoLMFlD0yCdDrCPMGr1uZhW_PADEgyiwAzI_xhxn5J_JA/viewform

Fall Dance: Sept. 29th from 6-8 pm

We are excited to have our first school dance on Friday evening, Sept. 29th for all grade levels. This event will be $5 and take place in the new gymnasium. Drop-off and pick-up will be in the back of the school and doors will open at 6 pm sharp. Concessions will be sold at this event as well. Students with excessive tardies, unexcused absences and disciplinary offenses may not purchase a ticket and will be eligible for future dances with the incentive to improve in these specific areas.

Panther Dance - Pfusion Kid's Clinic: Saturday, Sept. 30th:

PHS Pfusion Dance & JV are hosting their annual Fall Kids Clinic on Saturday, September 30 for all students Pre K - 8th grade.. Pre-Register to reserve your spot today! (Please include flier image attached below)

Big Decisions and Science 7/8 Curriculum Information and Forms:

Dear PfISD 7^th and 8^th Grade Parents/Guardians:

In support of House Bill 1525, Senate Bill 9, and the Texas Education Code § 28.004, parents/guardians must provide written consent for their student to participate in TEKS-based health instruction on child abuse, family violence, dating violence, sex trafficking, and human sexuality. 

If you choose to have your student participate in the Big Decisions program, please 

fill out the linked Google Form.

Grade 7 Big Decisions parent/guardian information letter:

English – Spanish – Vietnamese

Grade 8 Big Decisions parent/guardian information letter:

English – Spanish – Vietnamese

Further information about the program is included in this information video.

If you need more information, please contact your student’s science teacher. 

Click here to submit a general question.

___________________________

Estimados padres/tutores de un estudiante de 7° grado o de 8° grado:

En apoyo del proyecto de ley 1525 de la Cámara de Representantes, el proyecto de ley 9 del Senado y el Código de Educación de Texas § 28.004, los padres deben proporcionar un consentimiento por escrito para que su estudiante participe en la enseñanza de salud basada en TEKS sobre el abuso infantil, la violencia familiar, la violencia en el noviazgo, el tráfico sexual y la sexualidad humana. 

Si decide que su estudiante participe en el programa Big Decisions, rellene el formulario de Google que se vincula Google Form.

Carta de información a los padres/tutores de 7º grado sobre Big Decisiones (Grandes decisiones):

Inglés - Español - Vietnamita

Carta de información a los padres/tutores de 8º grado sobre Big Decisions (Grandes decisiones):

Inglés - Español - Vietnamita

En este vídeo informativo se incluye más información sobre el programa information video.

Si necesita más información, póngase en contacto con el maestro de ciencias de su estudiante. 

Haga clic aquí para enviar una pregunta general.

Kính thưa Phụ huynh/Giám hộ học sinh lớp 7 và lớp 8:

Để ủng hộ Dự luật Hạ viện 1525, Dự luật Thượng viện 9 và Bộ luật Giáo dục Texas § 28.004, phụ huynh / người giám hộ phải cung cấp sự đồng ý bằng văn bản để học sinh của họ tham gia vào chương trình hướng dẫn sức khỏe dựa trên TEKS về lạm dụng trẻ em, bạo lực gia đình, bạo lực hẹn hò, buôn bán tình dục, và tình dục của con người.

Nếu bạn chọn để học sinh của mình tham gia vào Chương Trình Quyết Định Lớn, xin vui lòng điền vào 

Biểu mẫu Google được liên kết.

Thư Thông Tin Phụ Huynh về Quyết Định Lớn của Lớp 7:

English – Spanish – Vietnamese

Thư Thông Tin Phụ Huynh về Quyết Định Lớn của Lớp 8:

English – Spanish – Vietnamese

Thông tin thêm về chương trình nằm trong video thông tin này.

Nếu quý vị cần thêm thông tin, vui lòng liên hệ với giáo viên môn khoa học của con em quý vị. 

Bấm vào đây để gửi câu hỏi chung.

Scholastic Book Fair Coming Soon: Sept 28-Oct. 4th:

The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to our school!

You can get a jump-start on shopping through our Online Book Fair*! https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/pflugervillemiddle

To make your lives easier, you can now set up a Book Fair eWallet, which gives students a secure, cash-free way to shop the fair. We are going to take cash as well.

PTO Sonic Spirit Night - October 4th, 4-8 pm:

We are excited to spend time with students and families at our first Spirit Night on Oct. 4th. We will have a slushy and hot dog eating competition for students, which is always a great time. Families, if you would like for 40% of your proceeds to go to PTO, please give them the receipt and let them know it is for Pflugerville MS PTO.

Panther Shirts and Hoodies - Available for Order: 

Here are the new Panther Shirts and Hoodies available for pre-order. We also have a specific 8th grade shirt for this year's fundraiser below. 

Click here to purchase your Panther Hoodie

PMS shirts for 6th and 7th graders are now available for  Purchase Online or during lunch with Mrs. Fernandez. Shirts are $20 and we encourage our students to wear the panther shirts on Fridays to show our Panther Pride! 

Click here to order your PMS Panther Shirt

8th grade shirts are available for purchase! 

Click here to purchase your Class of 2028 shirt

Funds will be used for the 8th Grade End of the Year Trip. 

Have a great week! 

Regards,

Philip

Hello Panther Pfamilies,

     With our new blackboard platform for communication, I have encouraged students to check their email regularly and stay in touch with messaging on the blog. I think this will be a great way to keep students informed and connected to school activities. I appreciate all of the feedback from parents as we continue to grow our communication to the community. Campus news, events and updates are posted below. 

Lady Panther Volleyball this Week:

Pflugerville Panthers vs. Westview Wildcats

7th Grade - Home @ 5:30 pm

8th Grade Away @ WVMS @ 5:30 pm

Panther Football has a bye and will not play this week. 

Free and Reduced Meal Forms Available:

If you have not completed a free/reduced lunch form, here are the links below. Please reach out to our new social worker, Sheryl Lo with questions @ sheryl.lo@pfisd.net. 

The online form is available through the Skyward Parent Portal, available by clicking “Log in here” at:Free and Reduced Lunch Application (English) Free and Reduced Lunch Application (Spanish) and Free and Reduced Lunch Application (Vietnamese)

Student Club Interest Form and Survey Feedback: 

The following clubs listed below, have been submitted by students and will be provided to teachers this week in efforts to match a teacher sponsor. We are still taking club suggestions via this google form - Student Club Interest Form.

Club Recommendations:

• Debate
• Anime
• Music Theory
• French
• Photography
• Dungeons and Dragons
• Gaming
• Art
• Business
• Cosmetology
• Yo-Yo
• Chess
• Story Writing/Book 
• Star Wars
• K-Pop
• Harry Potter
• Knitting
• LGBTQ
• Cooking/Baking 
• Roblox
• Clothing Design

Cheerleading Parent/Student Meeting:

We had a strong turnout for cheerleading tryouts this past Friday and there will be mandatory parent and student meeting for students selected on September 13th from 5:30-7:15 in the PMS Cafeteria. Please contact Coach Calliouet @ tomeka.calliouet@pfisd.net with questions. 

Open House and Soda Drive Donations:

Open House is just two days away and we are looking forward to hosting parents and students Tuesday evening, Sept. 12th from 6-8 pm. We are still collecting items for the silent auction and therefore, we will be moving the auction to our annual Pfall Pfestival at the end of October. 

Here is the schedule again for Open House -Open House Schedule.

If you can donate and help, please bring any sodas to Open House on Sept. 12th. Here is the flyer. Thanks.

Panther Dance - Pfusion Kid's Clinic: Saturday, Sept. 30th:

PHS Pfusion Dance & JV are hosting their annual Fall Kids Clinic on Saturday, September 30 for all students Pre K - 8th grade.. Pre-Register to reserve your spot today! (Please include flier image attached below)

Science Information and Curriculum Update: 

Dear PfISD 7^th and 8^th Grade Parents/Guardians:

In support of House Bill 1525, Senate Bill 9, and the Texas Education Code § 28.004, parents/guardians must provide written consent for their student to participate in TEKS-based health instruction on child abuse, family violence, dating violence, sex trafficking, and human sexuality. 

If you choose to have your student participate in the Big Decisions program, please 

fill out the linked Google Form.

Grade 7 Big Decisions parent/guardian information letter:

English – Spanish – Vietnamese

Grade 8 Big Decisions parent/guardian information letter:

English – Spanish – Vietnamese

Further information about the program is included in this information video.

If you need more information, please contact your student’s science teacher. 

Click here to submit a general question.

___________________________

Estimados padres/tutores de un estudiante de 7° grado o de 8° grado:

En apoyo del proyecto de ley 1525 de la Cámara de Representantes, el proyecto de ley 9 del Senado y el Código de Educación de Texas § 28.004, los padres deben proporcionar un consentimiento por escrito para que su estudiante participe en la enseñanza de salud basada en TEKS sobre el abuso infantil, la violencia familiar, la violencia en el noviazgo, el tráfico sexual y la sexualidad humana. 

Si decide que su estudiante participe en el programa Big Decisions, rellene el formulario de Google que se vincula Google Form.

Carta de información a los padres/tutores de 7º grado sobre Big Decisiones (Grandes decisiones):

Inglés - Español - Vietnamita

Carta de información a los padres/tutores de 8º grado sobre Big Decisions (Grandes decisiones):

Inglés - Español - Vietnamita

En este vídeo informativo se incluye más información sobre el programa information video.

Si necesita más información, póngase en contacto con el maestro de ciencias de su estudiante. 

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Congratulations to Ms. Bartlett, our Panther Staff Member of the Week!!:

Ms. Bartlett serves in many leadership roles across campus and builds amazing relationships with our students. Well deserved! 

Fall Dance: Sept. 29th from 6-8 pm

We are excited to have our first school dance on Friday evening, Sept. 29th for all grade levels. This event will be $5 and take place in the new gymnasium. Drop-off and pick-up will be in the back of the school and doors will open at 6 pm sharp. Concessions will be sold at this event as well. Students with excessive tardies, unexcused absences and disciplinary offenses may not purchase a ticket and will be eligible for future dances with the incentive to improve in these specific areas.

School Picture Day is Sept. 29th - Mark your calendars:

For any questions about pictures, please reach out to Sylvia Fernandez @ sylvia.fernandez@pfisd.net.

PTO Sonic Spirit Night - October 4th, 4-8 pm:

We are excited to spend time with students and families at our first Spirit Night on Oct. 4th. We will have a slushy and hot dog eating competition for students, which is always a great time. Families, if you would like for 40% of your proceeds to go to PTO, please give them the receipt and let them know it is for Pfluferville MS PTO. 

Panther Shirts and Hoodies - Available for Order: 

Here are the new Panther Shirts and Hoodies available for pre-order. We also have a specific 8th grade shirt for this year's fundraiser below. 

Click here to purchase your Panther Hoodie

PMS shirts for 6th and 7th graders are now available for  Purchase Online or during lunch with Mrs. Fernandez. Shirts are $20 and we encourage our students to wear the panther shirts on Fridays to show our Panther Pride! 

Click here to order your PMS Panther Shirt

8th grade shirts are available for purchase! 

Click here to purchase your Class of 2028 shirt

Funds will be used for the 8th Grade End of the Year Trip. 

Have a great week ahead! 

Sincerely,

Philip

Greetings Panthers, 

       I hope everyone is enjoying their Labor Day and relaxing! We have quite a few updates this week, as we enter the month of September. I'd like to give a huge shout out to all of our panther staff for working together and taking on more work last week as many staff members were out ill. This response is extremely critical for strong organizations to flourish. Thank you Panther Staff! 

Reminder - No school tomorrow, Sept. 5th as it is a staff professional development day and student holiday. 

Please let me know if you have any questions or suggestions on the topics and events below: 

Band Information from Mrs. Robison and Ms. Hynes:

Panther Band Students who are checking out a school instrument will need to return their instrument contract with students and parent signatures to Mrs. Hynes before being able to take their instrument home.  Please contact Mrs. Hynes at Sophie.hynes@pfisd.net if you have questions about checking out an instrument.

Advanced band students should be practicing regularly and turning in weekly practice sheets.  Parents please encourage your child to practice!  Students will progress quicker and enjoy playing more with more practice!

The band calendar has been updated and is viewable on the band website at https://sites.google.com/pfisd.net/pmsband/calendar-band-schedule?authuser=0

Rehearsal dates and band trip dates will be added soon.

Mrs. Robison’s beginner band students will begin playing on instruments next week!  If you have your own instrument please bring it to school next week.  Have a wonderful long weekend band families!

7th and 8th Grade Football Games on Wednesday, Sept. 6th @ Pflugerville High School:

Both football games will be played at the high school this week on Wednesday. 

7th Grade starts @ 5:30 pm

8th Grade starts @ 6:30 pm

Lady Panther Volleyball - Next Game Sept. 14th:

7th Grade Volleyball Home - September 14th

B Game @ 5:30

A Game @ 6:15

8th Grade Volleyball Away - September 14th 

B Game @ 5:30

A Game @ 6:15

Theatre Chocolate Bar Sales - Guidelines: 

Theatre started their "World's Finest Chocolates" candy bar sales last week and will sell through the middle of September. Students may only sell to other students before and after school, as to not compete with the cafeteria and cause distractions for learning in the classroom. I have directed all students to keep all chocolate bars in their backpack as well. We will continue with these reminders. 

PTO News - September Calendar and Soda Drive: 

We had a tremendous meeting this past week and had 12 parents in attendance for this year's PTO! They've been hard at work and we are asking for your help with sodas for events this year. Below is the September calendar and the flyer for the Soda Drive. If you can donate, please bring any sodas to Open House on Sept. 12th.  

PTO September Calendar: September Calendar - One correction due to game changes this week. Both 7th and 8th grade football will play this Wednesday, Sept. 6th. 

Student ID's and Lanyards:

Student ID's have been printed and will be passed out with our panther lanyards this week to all 823 students. It is critical that students have their ID's visible each day and will be checked as they enter the building before school. It is also very important that students establish a routine for where they place their ID in the evening, so they remember it in the morning. Replacement ID's will be $5 throughout the year. 

Chromebook Information and News:

We are waiting on 30 more new chromebooks from technology to be passed out to new and returning students. We should have those very soon and will disseminate to students whose parents have completed the chromebook agreement in skyward. Here is a quick link to help.

How to get a PfISD Chromebook

A friendly reminder, parents and students are able to pay for Chromebook charger replacement/repairs and insurance fees through RevTrak. 

Chromebook Chargers, Repair Fees and Insurance Fees

Open House - Sept. 12th: 6:00-8:00 pm

We are about a week away from Open House and I have provided the schedule below through a link. Please make sure you have access to your child's schedule to follow prior to next Tuesday evening. 

PTO will have items up for bid in a silent auction format

Open House Schedule

Panther Staff Member of the Week - Mrs. Lane: 

Congratulations to Mrs. Lane, our new Panther Counselor! We appreciate your hard work, effort and team mindset. 

First School Dance (Pfall Dance): Friday, Sept. 29th from 6-8 pm: 

We are excited to have our first school dance on Friday evening, Sept. 29th for all grade levels. This event will be $5 and take place in the new gymnasium. Drop-off and pick-up will be in the back of the school and doors will open at 6 pm sharp. Concessions will be sold at this event as well. Students with excessive tardies, unexcused absences and disciplinary offenses may not purchase a ticket and will be eligible for future dances with the incentive to improve in these specific areas.

School Picture Day is Sept. 29th - Mark your calendars:

For any questions about pictures, please reach out to Sylvia Fernandez @ sylvia.fernandez@pfisd.net.

Panther Dance - Pfusion Kid's Clinic: Saturday, Sept. 30th:

PHS Pfusion Dance & JV are hosting their annual Fall Kids Clinic on Saturday, September 30 for all students Pre K - 8th grade.. Pre-Register to reserve your spot today! (Please include flier image attached below)

Panther Shirts and Hoodies - Available for Order: 

Here are the new Panther Shirts and Hoodies available for pre-order. We also have a specific 8th grade shirt for this year's fundraiser below. 

Click here to purchase your Panther Hoodie

PMS shirts for 6th and 7th graders are now available for  Purchase Online or during lunch with Mrs. Fernandez. Shirts are $20 and we encourage our students to wear the panther shirts on Fridays to show our Panther Pride! 

Click here to order your PMS Panther Shirt

8th grade shirts are available for purchase! 

Click here to purchase your Class of 2028 shirt

Funds will be used for the 8th Grade End of the Year Trip. 

PTO Sonic Spirit Night - October 4th: 4:00 to 8:00 pm:

Come out and bring the family on October 4th at the Pecan St. Sonic Drive-In. Once you get your meal, give your receipt to the sonic employee, tell them it is for PMS PTO Spirit Night and part of the proceeds will go to the Pflugerville Middle School PTO. We will once again, engage in a hot dog and slushy competition. Winners will get some Sonic Swag!

Have a great end to the Labor Day weekend and we will see everyone on Wednesday!! 

Regards,

Philip

Greetings Panther Pfamilies,

     We have had a great start to the school year and that is a huge thanks to our panther teachers and staff who have prepared well! Our students have arrived to campus prepared and ready to learn as well, and their responsiveness to expectations and challenges has been tremendous. Thank you to our parent volunteers that have been supporting us in getting the library ready for students and staff this upcoming week. We will begin hosting students and ELA classes this week for presentations. 

Due to an uptick in student and staff illnesses, we will be reminding everyone to wash hands thoroughly and clean surfaces frequently throughout campus this week. I hope everyone is feeling ok or at least on the mend, if you have been feeling ill the past few days. My response time may be a bit slower this evening, as I will be resting and getting over illness of my own. 

Our goal is for all schedule changes to be made and final by the end of this week, as students have had the opportunity to request changes the last few days. The counselors and I will be working through these requests, as well as other requests submitted last week. After these requests are honored, we may still need to balance class sizes and make some additional final changes. 

Tutorials Schedule this Year:

Here are the set days and times for tutorials if your child needs additional assistance with any assignment or test prep throughout the year. 

Monday - Math

Tuesday - Science/Social Studies

Thursday - English Language Arts/Reading

Student Club Interest Form:

We will be sending out a student club interest survey later in the week for students to recommend specific new clubs for the 23-24 school year. We will provide a link and a QR code for students at lunch to recommend possible clubs. Once these recommendations are received, they will be sent to all staff members to hopefully match a sponsor to run the club the rest of the year.

Treatment Agreements Finalized:

Each classroom will begin implementing their classroom treatment agreement this week and throughout the school year. This agreement sets the tone for how students will treat eachother, teachers will treat students and how students will treat the teacher as well. Here is an example of the 7th grade treatment agreement. 

7th Grade Treatment Agreement

Join the Campus Academic Advisory Committee for 2023-24:

We are looking for new community members to join our CAAC for this school year. 

The role of the CAAC is primarily advisory and consultative in nature. The principal shall involve the CAAC in: 

• assisting in the development, review, revision of the campus plan.

• reviewing student performance and campus plan progress.

We will have our first meeting on Monday, September 25th @ 5:45 pm in either the PMS cafeteria or room B 101 depending on our turnout. We will have a minimum of 4 meetings this school year and please send me a direct email if you would like to join our committee. Thanks. 

Safety Reminder about Gum Chewing and Band Participation: 

Gum chewing is not permitted on campus and especially during band instruction, as any food items could obstruct airways while playing an instrument. We have seen an unusually high amount of gum chewing this school year and parents we need your help to remind your child that this is indeed, a safety issue. Thanks.

Student ID Pictures will start Tomorrow: 

We will begin taking student pictures for new ID's, starting tomorrow (8/28) and continuing through Thursday. We hope to have all ID's printed and disseminated to students by Sept. 6th. 

PTO meeting # 2 this week - August 31st @ 5:30 pm:

We have had a great start to our PTO this school year and are excited to welcome new members this Thursday. Members will be selling Panther Logo Bumper Stickers for $1 at different venues this school year. We have also partnered with 2 new local businesses who are supporting our fundraising efforts. Thank you to Afro Beauty & Braids and Donut Palace for your donation. For more information about PTO, please reach out to me or Ms. Guardiola directly. philip.clayton@pfisd.net and daniela.guardiola@pfisd.net.

Student Holidays - Sept. 4th and 5th: 

There will no school on September 4th and 5th, due to Labor Day and Staff Professional Development/Planning and Prep.

Free and Reduced Lunch Forms and Applications: (message from earlier this week)

Dear Parents, 

Your child's well-being is our priority.  We strongly encourage you to complete the Free and Reduced Lunch application, even if you're uncertain about qualifying. You might be surprised - many families who thought they wouldn't qualify actually do. Don't miss out on potential assistance that could benefit your family.  We want to ensure every eligible family receives the support they deserve. Apply today!

The online form is available online through the Skyward Parent Portal, available by clicking “Log in here” at:Free and Reduced Lunch Application (English) Free and Reduced Lunch Application (Spanish) and Free and Reduced Lunch Application (Vietnamese)

Panther Staff Member of the Week - Yolanda Henry: 

Congratulations to Ms. Henry, who won the Panther Staff Member of the Week honor this past week!! We appreciate your hard work and dedication to our students and staff. 

Picture Day is September 29th, 2023:

Open House DATE CHANGE - September 12th @ 6 pm: 

Mark your calendars for Open House at Pflugerville Middle School on September 12thth at 6 pm. Parents, feel free to use this night to check out our upgraded facilities including brand new gym floor, bleachers and state of the art Choir and Band Hall. 

Theatre Auditions for the Fall Play - Sept. 28th and Sept. 29th: Message from Mrs. Driscoll

Theatre - Auditions for the fall play will be held on Monday, Sept 28 and Tuesday Sept 29 in the Drama Room from 3:35-4:30. Come on either day! This audition is open to ALL STUDENTS! You may come with a 1 minute monologue or do a cold reading with scripts that will be available. The play is still awaiting final publishing approval, so the title is To Be Determined. Please email or speak to Ms. Driscoll for more information. Auditions will be a first come, first audition process. theresa.driscoll@pfisd.net. Rehearsals will be most days after school until 5:30 until competition date which will be all day on Saturday, Nov 11, 2023.

Thanks and have a great rest of your weekend. 

Regards,

Philip

Greetings Panther Pfamilies,

        We had a great start to the 23-24 school year last week! Our 6th grade students showed great self-advocacy in looking for classrooms and asking questions as needed. We were all very impressed! Students have done a great job on the dress code for the most part. Thank you parents for helping us with this aspect of school each day. 

We were also cleared to use the gym floor for the first day of school, so that definitely helped logistics and comfortability for students last Tuesday. 

We are still working to get some students in all the correct classes, but should be wrapping that up soon this week and then moving to student preference on schedule changes. We do have a few large classes we will need to balance as well moving forward. We will post the QR code around school on Tuesday and will allow students the rest of the week to request changes. Part of this form is to include a parent's email address to make you aware of these requests as well. It is very similar to last year's form. 

We have our calendar set and are adjusting it for parents to view, we just need to take off some staff only information before it's finalized. 

Student ID's: 

We will be taking pictures for student ID's during the week of August 28-September 1st. ID's will be printed and handed out with panther lanyards for all students on September 6th. Students are required to wear ID's and lanyards so that they are visibile throughout the day as an added measure. PfISD requires student ID's to be worn at all extracurricular events as well. Replacement ID's will be $5 and we will send more information out soon about that process. 

STAR 360 Dates - Math/Reading: 

All PMS students will take the STAR 360 test in the area of Reading on Wednesday, 8/23 and Thursday, 8/24. We ask that all students bring their Chromebooks charged on those two days so that they are ready for the assessment. Star Assessments are short tests that provide teachers with personalized learning data for each student. Star tests are computer adaptive, which means they adjust in difficulty to each answer students provide. This helps teachers get the best data to help students in the shortest amount of testing time. We will have additional chromebooks for students who may not have theirs yet. 

The Math test will be administered on Tuesday, 8/29 and Wednesday, 8/30.

Open House DATE CHANGE - September 12th @ 6 pm: 

Mark your calendars for Open House at Pflugerville Middle School on September 12thth at 6 pm. Parents, feel free to use this night to check out our upgraded facilities including brand new gym floor, bleachers and state of the art Choir and Band Hall. 

Panther Band News: 

Beginning Band students will not need their instruments until instructed by Mrs. Robison or Mrs. Hynes please leave them at home until we are ready to use them.

All band students need to bring their binders, band book, and a pencil next week for a supply check.  Wind Ensemble and Honor Band students will begin section rehearsals before or after school.  The sectional schedule was emailed this week and communicated during class. Please email Mrs. Hynes if you have questions about the Honor Band schedule and Mrs. Robison about the Wind Ensemble schedule.  Please visit the band website at:

https://sites.google.com/pfisd.net/pmsband

and fill out the handbook google form.  You can also sign up for private lessons and view the supply sheet on the website.

Theatre Auditions for the Fall Play - Sept. 28th and Sept. 29th: Message from Mrs. Driscoll

Theatre - Auditions for the fall play will be held on Monday, Sept 28 and Tuesday Sept 29 in the Drama Room from 3:35-4:30. Come on either day! This audition is open to ALL STUDENTS! You may come with a 1 minute monologue or do a cold reading with scripts that will be available. The play is still awaiting final publishing approval, so the title is To Be Determined. Please email or speak to Ms. Driscoll for more information. Auditions will be a first come, first audition process. theresa.driscoll@pfisd.net. Rehearsals will be most days after school until 5:30 until competition date which will be all day on Saturday, Nov 11, 2023.

Picture Day is September 29th:

For student pictures, we will choose one content area to bring students down from each period to the gym. Coaches, put this on your calendar. Please email sylvia.fernandez@pfisd.net with questions.

Panther Staff Member of the Week!

Congratulations to Catherine Martinsen for earning our first Panther of the Week award. She has nominated Karol Slater, our new Librarian Educational Associate, who serves our 2nd winner of the school year! 

Catherine Martinsen - Panther of the Week (August 7-11) 

Karol Slater  - Panther of the Week (August 14-18th) 

The Library is Almost Ready! 

We are doing some final inventory on library books and we are counting on it being ready for regular classroom and student visits very soon. We will let students know as soon as it is ready! 

Parents, I may miss some important information to provide from time to time, so please ask questions if you are missing information and I will provide an answer promptly. Thanks. 

Regards,

Philip

Greetings Parents and Pfamilies,

      Schedules will be active tomorrow morning and I applaud our counselors for continuing to work on them through the weekend. They will be making adjustments today and tomorrow as well. I also appreciate the support from the community and the patience from so many of you. I want to explain where we are at and the challenges we have faced due to proactive future planning in the spring. Specific student electives were locked in to the corresponding classes in April and May. When we had to pivot and move some sections here and there, those students remained locked in and could not move. I have learned a better way to do this in the spring, however we had to unaccept schedules and this affected the preplanned placing of specific students. Our next step is to begin cleaning up schedules and placing all students in the correct electives if they are not. Fortunately, quite a few students are in the right place, but the counselors will have many busy days ahead of them. 

The first two days of school, we will have to be pretty tight on not moving schedules right away as we need to account for students who do not show up in our enrollment numbers. There are always students who never officially withdrew, attending other schools, as well as students we must account for that do not have shot records and by law can not attend public school until records are received. This is a district-wide practice to ensure we have accurate enrollment counts. 

We know their will be schedule change needs and we will be addressing those one student at a time. As we have made these initial adjustments, we will provide a QR code for students to request changes a few days after school starts. 

School Pick Up & Drop Off: this information was pulled from our PMS Secondary Rules and Regulations.

Our primary goal during student drop off and pick up is the safety of our students and faculty.  We ask that all parents and community members adhere to the signs, painted and freestanding, to help ensure the safety of all.
 
General Guidelines:

• Students should only exit a vehicle when it is curbside.  

• Red curbs marked for "No Parking" means that vehicles may stop at the curb but drivers cannot exit the vehicle leaving the vehicle unattended. 

• Vehicles should not park or stop in a crosswalk.

• Vehicles must yield to pedestrians for the entire time they are in the crosswalk.

• Students should only cross using the crosswalk.

Morning Drop Off:

• Please drop off all students in the front of the school, using the loop and  pull forward as far as possible before stopping and allowing students to exit.  Do not pull into the parking lot to drop off students.

• Only vehicles intending to enter the building, should use the front parking lot.

• Students may enter the building at 7:50 am through the front entrance and report directly to the cafeteria; students may sit in their assigned grade level hallways or go to the cafeteria for breakfast.

• Once students have finished breakfast, they will go sit in their assigned grade level hallway.

• Students should exit their car as soon as the vehicle comes to a complete stop and it is safe to do so.

• Students arriving after 8:15 need to enter school through the front of the building and anyone later than 8:20 should sign in at the main office.
  
  

Afternoon Pick Up:

• The bus lane must be clear of vehicles between 2:45 and 3:45.  Do not enter the bus lane if there are buses already parked - please park in the front lot and walk into the office.

• Please pick up all students in the front of the school, using the loop and pull forward as far as possible.

• Students are dismissed from school at 3:35, they should be with a faculty member or off campus by 3:45.  

• Students should plan to leave campus on game days and return at the game time.

• Students walking, being picked up, or cycling are dismissed to the front of the school, students riding a bus are dismissed to the back of the school.

Drop Off/Pick Up during the school day:

• If a student is being dropped off at school, they can enter the building through the front entrance and sign in to school without a parent/guardian present.

• If a student is being picked up to leave early, an authorized adult (generally a parent/guardian) must be present to sign the student out.  All individuals removing a student from school must be prepared to show ID and be an authorized individual for student pick-up.

First Day Student Procedures: 

As students enter the building from the front or back drop-off locations they will:

• walk to the cafeteria lines for breakfast if they have need it for the morning
• find thier name listed alphabetically on the first period schedule posters in the main hall located at 3 different locations (front entrance area, library windows and by the bus loop entrance) 
• Students may then head to their first period class where they will receive instruction and thier schedule
• If any student is missing a period on thier schedule - they will go to room B 101 during that period to meet with counselors and administrators to resolve the issue. 

Transfinder - Bus Information: 

Here is the link to put in your address and find pick-up and drop off times and locations for your child's bus. There is also information about the stopfinder app you can consider. 

http://www.infofinderi.com/ifi/?cid =PI05686538905)

Open House DATE CHANGE - Sept 12th @ 6:00 pm

Parents and students will be get an opportunity to meet teachers and follow their child's schedule on Sept. 6th. We look forward to having everyone join us!

Gym Floor Update: 

Our brand new gym floor and bleachers will be available for use on Thursday, possibly Friday of this week. We were delayed two weeks due to high humidity levels during installation. Students in athletics, pre-athletics and P.E. will be reviewing expectations in the cafeteria or the fieldhouse areas while the floor cures.

School Safety Information: 

We are very fortunate to have a school resource office (Zena Bryant) and a security officer on our campus. Administrators work with them daily to do exterior and interior door checks. We are waiting on a computer kiosk upfront that will help ramp up security even further by having a faster check-in for visitors and ensuring they are all in our raptor system if emergencies should occur. We are also waiting on electronic access from the front office to the front doors so we can do a visual check when visitors are coming in to the building. All interior doors are to remained lock during the school day as well. We are entering full year 1 using the Raptor Alert App to ensure all students, staff and visitors are accounted for during drills and emergeny situations.  

P.T.O. Dates this Year: 

These dates have been added to our new campus event calendar, which is almost ready. Here are this year's PTO meeting dates. All meetings start at 5:30 and will be held in Room B 101 at PMS.

Aug. 31st, Sept. 28th, Oct. 19th, Nov. 9th, Dec. 7th, Jan. 18th, Feb. 22nd, March 21st, April 18th.

Personnel Changes and Updates:

Coach Alicia Ramirez has started a new journey at Dessau Middle School as an Assistant Principal. Congrats Coach!! Due to this change, we welcome Girls Athletic Coordinator, Gyaisha Howard! She is coming to us with experience and a huge heart for students. 

8th Grade ELA/Reading Intervention Long-Term Position: 

We are fortunate to only have one position requiring a substitute to start the year as many campuses still have multiple vacancies. We have found a replacement, who will begin in late October and is extremely qualified and joining the staff with close to 30 years of experience. Our new Instructional Coach will be supporting this position as well, in order to ensure instruction is happening at the highest level possible without a certified teacher. 

TEA Changes to Project Lead The Way (Gateway 1 and 2):

If your student selected a Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Gateway elective course for the 2023-2024 school year. The state has determined the Gateway courses will no longer award high school credit, and the courses have been removed from the state innovative course approval list. For the 2023-2024 school year PfISD will continue to offer the PLTW Gateway courses as a local middle school grade 7-8 elective.

If your student no longer wishes to take the PLTW Gateway course because it will not award high school credit please contact your campus counselor to discuss other elective options, pending campus availability. Eighth grade students interested in high school credit coursework are encouraged to consider Fundamentals of Computer Science, a year-long course introducing problem-solving and reasoning skills through digital citizenship, technology operations, and basic coding.

If your student wishes to remain enrolled in the PLTW Gateway course no action is required.

School Status Continues this Year: 

Panther staff will once again be communicating to families using school status regarding learning needs for students. This application has allowed us to break language and communication barriers to get information to families. Expect communication from teachers the first few weeks of school.

I truly hope everyone stays cool and safe. Please reach out directly with questions as we enter the first week of school. 

Sincerely,

Philip Clayton

Principal (512 594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

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Greetings Parents and Pfamilies,

        I hope you are staying cool and your kiddos have had a great summer. We are super excited about the 23-24 school year, which is coming fast. I wanted to update you all on some of the summer work our leadership team has been doing, as well as some relevant school information to keep everyone in the loop and planning ahead. Information in this blog will be sent weekly and will have important school-related information, activities and events.  

We will be starting the school year with close to 800 students, possibly a few more. We have had a great summer hiring new staff members and will add 12 new panthers to our staff of about 97 total staff members. Hiring continues to be challenging with a smaller applicant pool, but we have found some amazing new staff members to join our panther team!  

This past year, we made huge strides on our climate survey increasing school safety, collaboration, cultural competency and many other areas by 15-25% in specific areas. We currently maintain a C accountability rating and are working to improve that this year. This takes into account various factors related to STAAR scores only, and unfortunately does not take into account so many other important areas of the campus. We will be working hard to improve Tier 1,2 and 3 instruction to maximize student growth and I have no doubt that our current staff will push our students to improve. I will be sending more information related to our Campus Academic Advisory Council meetings throughout the year and all parents are welcome to join to learn more about our academic journey. 

I was extremely proud of our leadership team this summer as we refined our campus clarity statements, created a full year calendar of school events (for parents, students and staff) and worked to make many systems and procedures more clear for students and staff. We will be sending out the calendar prior to August 15th (first day of school) as we are still making some tweaks and additions.

Here are our new Clarity Statements for the 23-24 school year. These are our "big rocks" that we are committed to and which priorities will stay "tight" throughout the school year. 

Pflugerville MS Clarity Statements 2023-24

Below are important items to take note of prior to the school year starting that you will need to know. Any informationyou still have questions about please email me at philip.clayton@pfisd.net and I will respond promptly. 

PMS Rules and Regulations for the 23-24 School Year: 

Parents, linked you will find some guidance on procedures, rules and campus regulations to help navigate middle school this school year. We will also post this on the campus website in the coming days.

PMS Secondary Rules and Regulations

School Supply List

PMS - School Supply List

ALT. Link -https://www.pfisd.net/cms/lib/TX01001527/Centricity/domain/1890/2023-2024/PMS%202023-2024%20School%20Supplies.pdf

Here is the school supply list listed on our website. We are still updating our staff directory and are shifting responsibilities of the campus website to our new parent liaison, who will be should start soon!

1st PTO Meeting of the Year - August 1st  5:30 in Room B101

All parents are welcome to our first PTO meeting of the year. Attendance requires no commitment and we would love for any new or continuing parents of our students to attend as we begin planning for the new school year.. 

6th Grade Camp/Orientation - August 4th

We are excited to welcome our new panthers at 6th grade camp on August 4th. Parents are welcome to stay for a "Tips for Middle School Parents" meeting from 9 to 9:45 in the cafeteria. Our students will get oriented with the campus layout, the schedule, routines and participate in some fun activities as well. 

Here is the flyer and message below from Ms. Guardiola:

Hello Parents of our Pfuture 6th Grade Class!

We are preparing for the upcoming school year and would love to invite your child to join us our 6th Grade Camp scheduled for August 4th from 8:45 am to 12:30 pm. You can find a flyer attached. We would like to have a head count to better prepare all materials. Would you please fill out this short survey to let us know if you're child will be joining us? https://bit.ly/6thcamp23
Your child will have to log in to their google account to be able to complete the survey.

We will also have a short workshop for parents on the same date from 9:00 am - 9:45 am titled "Tips for Middle School Parents". We hope that you are able to join us as well.

If you have any questions, please contact us at Pflugerville Middle School (512) 594-2000.

Enjoy the rest of your summer!
PMS Administration

¡Hola padres de nuestra futura clase de sexto grado!

Nos estamos preparando para el próximo año escolar y nos encantaría invitar a su hijo a unirse a nosotros en nuestro campamento de sexto grado programado para el 4 de agosto de 8:45 am a 12:30 pm. Puede encontrar un folleto adjunto. Nos gustaría tener un conteo de personas para preparar mejor todos los materiales. ¿Podría completar esta breve encuesta para informarnos si su hijo se unirá a nosotros? https://bit.ly/6thcamp23
Su hijo tendrá que iniciar sesión en su cuenta de Google para poder completar la encuesta.

También tendremos un taller corto para padres en la misma fecha de 9:00 am a 9:45 am titulado "Consejos para padres de escuela intermedia". Esperamos que usted también pueda unirse a nosotros.

Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con nosotros a la Escuela Intermedia Pflugerville (512) 594-2000.

¡Disfrute del resto de su verano!
Administración de PMS

6th Grade Camp Flyer - Aug 4th 8:45-12:30

7th Grade Student Vaccinations (REQUIRED for SCHOOL ATTENDANCE FOR ALL 7th GRADERS) 

Rising 7th grade parents, I sent a reminder in June through schoolstatus about vaccination requirements for all 7th grade students. Here is the information again below:

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s):

We are looking forward to next school year for all of our students who will be entering 7th Grade! One of the ways we can make to transition smoother is to make sure that we have all of their immunization records up to date. All children attending 7th Grade in Texas must be in compliance with the state’s current immunization requirements.

We realize that many of your children may have already received the immunizations. If so, please email an updated record to shots@pfisd.net as soon as possible.

The following vaccinations are required for all 7th Grade students:

~Meningococcal (MCV4) – 1 dose is required

~Tdap – A booster dose given within the last 5 years.

Thank you for assisting us to keep all of your child’s health records up-to-date so that they can have a great start to next year!!

* During the summer send all shot records to shots@pfisd.net

First Day of School - August 15th: 

We will welcome all students back on campus on August 15th. Our first bell rings at 8:15 am sharp! Here are the bell schedules for the regular school day, 2 hour delay and early release (Dec/May only). 

PMS Bell Schedules:2023-24

Student Schedules for 23-24:

We are working to accept schedules when counselors get back on contract close to July 27th. Once that happens, I will let you know when schedules are viewable a couple of days later. Please be patient with our counselors this year as we have lost one of our allocations for counseling positions due to budget constraints. This year, we will have two counselors splitting 6th grade as Ms. Soto took a position in Round Rock. Here are how counselors will serve students for this upcoming school year. 

Counselors for the 23-24 School Year:

6th Grade (Last Name beginning with A-L) Yolanda Henry

6th Grade (Last Name beginning with M-Z) Nikishia Lane 

7th Grade: Nikishia Lane - nikishia.lane@pfisd.net

8th Grade: Yolanda Henry - yolanda.henry@pfisd.net

Assistant Principal Assignments:

6th Grade - Steven Gradney (steven.gradney@pfisd.net)

7th Grade - Daniela Guardiola (daniela.guardiola@pfisd.net) 

8th Grade - Lesley Roberts (lesley.roberts@pfisd.net) 

Panther Physical Education Needs for the Start of the Year:

For students attending P.E. this school year, they will need the following items during the class period.

• Combination lock
• Plain Grey T-Shirt
• Black Athletic Shorts

Panther Football and Volleyball Information: 

All students attending Athletics, must have a current medical/physical evaluation. The links below are for the upcoming 7th and 8th grade football season. Please reach out to Coach Gordon @ jacques.gordon@pfisd.net with questions. Here's to a great season!

7th/8th Grade Football Schedule -7/8 Football Schedule 

7th and 8th Grade Volleyball Schedule:

Here is the schedule for both girls volleyball teams for this fall. Come out and support our lady panthers! I hope to get a prettier version of this created soon, but this will give you the dates. All games start at 5:30 pm beginning with A-team, followed by the B-team game. 

Lady Panther Volleyball Schedule

Panther and Lady Panther Coaches this school year:

Jacques Gordon - Boys Athletic Coordinator jacques.gordon@pfisd.net

Paul O' Dwyer - Coach paul.odwyer@pfisd.net

Joshua Gordon - Coach and AVID Teacher joshua.gordon@pfisd.net

Justin Ward - Coach and 8th Grade Math Teacher justin.ward@pfisd.net

Lady Panther Coaches

Alicia Ramirez - Girls Athletic Coordinator alicia.ramirez@pfisd.net

Tamara Sansom - Girls Coach tamara.sansom@pfisd.net

Natalie Thompson - Girls Coach and Behavior Support Teacher natalie.thompson@pfisd.net

Krystal McMahan - Girls Coach and Texas History Teacher krystal.mcmahan@pfisd.net

PfISD Student Dress Code for 23-24:

Linked below is our Student Dress Code, which was updated in 2021. Please help us to ensure your child is following this accordingly each day. The 2 offenses we see most frequently are related to students wearing their hoodies on their heads inside the building and with short shirts that expose the midriff area. 

Students Must Wear

• A shirt that touches the waistband in the front, back, and on the sides under the arms

PfISD Student Dress Code

Student ID's: 

During the first two weeks of school, we will be taking pictures for student ID's during advisory classes. Once we have all pictures taken, ID's will be delivered to students with a brand new panther lanyard to be worn each day on campus. Replacement ID's will be $5 throughout the school year. Student ID's will be checked each morning at the front and rear entry locations upon student arrival. We are working on a plan for our 6th graders in attendance at 6th grade camp to get pictures taken on Aug. 4th. All other 6th graders will have their picture taken during the first 2 weeks of school. 

Please feel free to email me with questions, suggestions or anything needing clarification. We appreciate any feedback provided. Have a great Panther Day!!! 

Regards,

Philip Clayton

Principal

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

(512) 594-2011

Greetings Panther Pfamilies,

       It is hard to believe the school year is almost over. I have seen so much growth in so many students and adults this school year and it's made for a truly great year. Thank you parents and family members for all your support and helping us grow and improve. 

As we enter the final week of the 22-23 school year, we have a few updates to take note of below. 

Last Day of School - May 25th:

There will be early release on this day for students @ 12:50 pm. 

2023 Summer School Programs: 

Parents, click on this link below and follow the links to get more information about High School First Time Credit, Summer School and other programs for your child. Please let me know if you have questions and the summer school principal contact information is listed under descriptions in each link. 

https://www.pfisd.net/domain/301

MAY 24^th  – 8^th Grade Advancement Ceremony at the Pflugerville HS Fine Arts Center from 6:00 – 7:30 PM

ALL 8th grade students and parents are invited! 8th grade students should arrive no later than 5:40 pm at the PHS FAC. 

If you have any questions please reach out to Mr. Gradney (8th grade AP) or Ms. Soto (8th grade counselor)

Eventos de fin de año de 8vo grado

19 DE MAYO - Viaje de 8vo grado al TYPHOON TEXAS 9:30 am - 2:30 Se están distribuyendo hojas de permiso en las clases de ciencias.

Entrada: $30

Esto incluye:

• Admisión al parque

• Almuerzo (hamburguesa, papitas, galleta y refrescos ilimitados)

24 DE MAYO – Ceremonia de 8vo Grado en el auditorio de artes finas de Pflugerville HS de 6:00 – 7:30 PM

TODOS los estudiantes y padres de 8º grado están invitados

Si tiene alguna pregunta, comuníquese con el Sr. Gradney (AP de 8° grado) o la Srta. Soto (consejera de 8° grado)

Our returning student verification process for the 2023 - 2024 school year is available. We are requesting that you complete the three forms available online through the Skyward Parent Portal.

The three forms are:

• Student Verification

• Student Health

• Chromebook Loan Agreement

Please access your Skyward Family Access account (www.pfisd.net/Skyward) to complete the forms. Forms should be completed by May 31.

Anyone needing a Skyward Family Access account or with additional questions should contact the registrar via email at laceidra.moten@pfisd.net

5th and Final CAAC Meeting of the School Year - May 22nd @ 5:30 in B 101: 

Parents, come out and join for our final CAAC meeting of the school year. Although we have had a set CAAC committee throughout the year, we are inviting any parents that would like to attend to review data and campus plans for 23-24. 

Have a great rest of your weekend! 

Sincerely,

Philip

Greetings Panther Pfamilies!!

         We are excited to start the school year this Thursday, August 12th. We will be continuing to strive for excellent customer service this year, that truly reflects the "panther pride" we expect from students and staff on campus. Our enrollment is growing by the day and I will report back as school starts where some of enrollment numbers fall next week. We are projected at 930 students and that seems to be the case at the moment. I know that there are some concerns about COVID Protocols and like last year, we are adapting to provided guidelines. Below is information on "things to know" before the school year starts. 

Return to Learn Protocols: We have adapted the PfISD "Return to Learn" plan to work to fit our campus and will be following the outline provided PfISD Return to Learn. This will help you see where we are at in regards to: Arrival/Dismissal, Cafeteria Protocols, Classroom Procedures, Disinfecting, Hallways, Handwashing, Health Screenings and Isolation Protocols. 

Student Schedules: Counselors are working to ensure schedules are accurate as possible on the first day of school. 

Greetings Parents!

       Please take some time to read the message below regarding student instruction, shot requirements, and summer learning opportunities. You have truly made this school year amazing through your support, communication, questions and desire to grow our campus for all of OUR kiddos. Thank you!! 

Asynchronous Learning Next Week: 

Due to the high frequency and variation of STAAR testing next week, all assignments will be posted in Canvas and should be completed asynchronously (independently without the teacher’s assistance) by all students next week. 

All In-Person students will be here on campus, first testing, then attending regular classes after testing on their respective testing days. 

Virtual students should check Canvas for zoom opportunities for each teacher throughout the week. Attendance will be taken using the same asynchronous methods for each class as normal. 

Attention 6th Grade Parents: TDAP Vaccination - Texas law requires that students entering the 7th grade show proof of a TDAP vaccination within the past 5 years and a vaccination for Meningococcal Quadrivalent (MCV4).  If your child has already received these vaccines, please submit a copy of your shot record to the school nurse by emailing Hanh.Masoumi@pfisd.net  Please Fax records to 512-594-2005.

AVID Summer Bridge: 

Please be sure to click on the flyer in the paragraph below if you are interested in pursuing this opportunity for your child over the summer. 

The AVID Summer Bridge and Advanced Academics Academy will be held June 7- 25, 2012 at Weiss High School. Both virtual and face-to-face options will be available to students.  Here is the flyer with more information and the application for your child is on the district website. Please reach out to Brenda Baker if you have any questions at Brenda.baker@pfisd.net

Credit By Exam/AVID Bridge Information: 

Students currently testing for Math Acceleration: Rising 6th - 8th grade students currently testing for math acceleration by CBE who do not pass their first CBE attempt should be encouraged to attend AVID Summer Bridge. Students attending Summer Bridge will be offered the second CBE test attempt at the end of Summer Bridge. If a student does not pass their first CBE attempt and does not plan to attend AVID Summer Bridge, the student may take the second CBE attempt during the summer 2021 CBE testing window. Students register and test with their current campus counselor:

CBE registration forms are on the district website: https://www.pfisd.net/Page/315.

I hope everyone has had a great Panther week! I am here if you need anything, please just call or email. I have tried to do a better job of checking my spam, but it is very time consuming and cumbersome, so it doesn’t always happen quickly. I will always respond almost immediately to email, so if I do not, that means your message went to my spam folder. If you do not get a quick response via email, please call my main line at (512) 594-2011. 

Philip Clayton, Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

Facebook website

“Panther Pride”

¡Saludos Padres!

       A continuación se encuentran las oportunidades para la reunión de PTO mañana por la noche y para AVID Summer Bridge si está interesado en una oportunidad de aprendizaje de verano para su hijo.

Aprendizaje asincrónico la próxima semana:

Debido a la alta frecuencia y variación de las pruebas STAAR la próxima semana, todas las tareas se publicarán en Canvas y todos los estudiantes deben completarlas de forma asincrónica (independientemente sin la ayuda del maestro) la próxima semana.

Todos los estudiantes en persona estarán aquí en el campus, primero tomarán las pruebas y luego asistirán a clases regulares después de las pruebas en sus respectivos días de pruebas.

Los estudiantes virtuales deben consultar Canvas para conocer las oportunidades de zoom para cada maestro durante la semana. La asistencia se tomará utilizando los mismos métodos asincrónicos para cada clase como de costumbre.

Atención padres de 6º grado: Vacuna TDAP - La ley de Texas requiere que los estudiantes que ingresan al 7º grado muestren prueba de una vacuna TDAP dentro de los últimos 5 años y una vacuna contra el meningococo tetravalente (MCV4). Si su hijo ya ha recibido estas vacunas, envíe una copia de su registro de vacunas a la enfermera de la escuela enviando un correo electrónico a Hanh.Masoumi@pfisd.net Envíe los registros por fax al 512-594-2005.

AVID Summer Bridge: Asegúrese de hacer clic en el folleto en el párrafo siguiente si está interesado en aprovechar esta oportunidad para su hijo durante el verano.

El programa Summer Bridge de AVID y la Academia de Avances Académicos se llevarán a cabo del 7 al 25 de junio de 2021 en Weiss HS. Los estudiantes tienen a su disposición una opción tanto en personal como virtual. Aquí está el folleto con más información y la solicitud para su hijo en el sitio web del distrito.

Crédito por examen / Información de AVID Bridge: Estudiantes que actualmente están probando Aceleración de Matemáticas: Los estudiantes de 6º a 8º grado que están actualmente evaluando aceleración de matemáticas por CBE, y que reprueben su primer intento de CBE, se les alienta que asistan AVID Summer Bridge. Aquellos estudiantes que asisten a Summer Bridge se les ofrecerá el segundo intento de prueba CBE al final del programa Summer Bridge. Si un estudiante reprueba su primer intento CBE, y no planea asistir a AVID Summer Bridge, el estudiante puede tomar el segundo intento CBE durante el intervalo de pruebas CBE del verano 2021. Los estudiantes se registran y examinan con su consejero actual del campus:

Los formularios de registro de CBE están en el sitio web del distrito: https://www.pfisd.net/Page/315.

¡Espero que todos hayan tenido una gran semana Pantera!

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

Facebook website

“Panther Pride”

April 27th 

Greetings Panther Parents,

        Here is a quick update on PTO information. We would love for you all to join us this Thursday, April 29th @ 6:30 pm. 

PTO Meeting Thursday Night!  We will have our second PTO meeting on April 29th at 6:30 pm. We are continuing to add parents to this organization and would love for you to join us this Thursday night @ 6:30 pm. There is no fee for membership. Please contact Dianna.Gutierrez@pfisd.net if you are planning to attend. The zoom link is below:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://pfisd-net.zoom.us/j/89311059297

Meeting ID: 893 1105 9297

Passcode: PantherPTO

I hope you all are having a wonderful week! Stay tuned for more information later this week. 

Sincerely,

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

Facebook website

“Panther Pride”

#leapintogreatness

April 22nd 

Good Afternoon Panther Pfamilies!

       Our students and teachers have been putting in a great deal of work and have adapted very well to so many changes this school year. Kudos to our entire staff and student body for demonstrating such great resilience in a climate of virtual, hybrid, and in-person instruction, coupled with wearing masks and social distancing. I’m very proud of our staff and kiddos. We have just over a month of school left and are getting close to 60% of our students attending in-person. Despite the growth, our students are continuing to demonstrate safety and school pride in a really strong way. I just wanted to check-in and touch base with everyone on a few reminders and new items listed below. 

STAAR TESTING updates: 

7th Grade STAAR testing is next Tuesday, April 27th! Virtual testers should have been sent an email confirming that your child is signed up and will be taking the exam in person on campus.

If you did sign up using the google form but have not gotten an email confirmation, please email ruth.yamaguchi@pfisd.net or call 512 594-2000.

If you have not signed up already and received a direct response from Mrs. Yamaguchi, your child will not be able to test for 7th grade writing next week. The reason for this is that planning for students to test in person involves prearranged testing groups, preparing for student accommodations, and pre-screened/arranged test tickets. 

Registration Requirements - Important: Online verification for returning students is now available online through the Skyward Parent Portal.  Parents/Guardians need to complete the Student Verification and Student Health Forms for the 2021-2022 school year. Please call the campus @ 594-2037 if you need help accessing this through skyward.

• All incoming 6th grade students MUST provide proof of residency.  Proof of residency includes a copy of your mortgage statement or lease agreement AND a current utility bill.

• If you have had a change of address, you must upload proof of residency.

• If you need a Skyward Parent Portal account, please contact the Registrar at Laceidra.moten@pfisd.net

PMS Pet Clinic - May 5th, 5 - 7 p.m. Come out and join us for quick and easy pet vaccinations and other pet services listed on the flyer. Masks are required and social distancing is encouraged. 

Virtual Book Fair: Thanks to those of you that have purchased books already! Our book fair is still available online until April 25th. Book orders over $25 will be shipped for free and all orders are sent directly to your home this year! 

Click here to check out the fair! Thanks for your support!

I hope everyone has a safe, happy and healthy Friday and weekend! Please continue to contact the campus and myself with any questions and needs you may have. 

Sincerely,

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

Facebook website

“Panther Pride”

#leapintogreatness

Buenas Tardes, Familias Pantera!

      Nuestros estudiantes y maestros han estado trabajando mucho y se han adaptado muy bien a tantos cambios este año escolar. Felicitaciones a todo nuestro personal y cuerpo estudiantil por demostrar una gran capacidad de recuperación en un clima de instrucción virtual, híbrida y en persona, junto con el uso de máscaras y el distanciamiento social. Estoy muy orgulloso de nuestro personal y de nuestros niños. Nos queda poco más de un mes de clases y casi el 60% de nuestros estudiantes asiste en persona. A pesar del crecimiento, nuestros estudiantes continúan demostrando seguridad y orgullo escolar de una manera realmente sólida. Después de un año de tasas de COVID altas y bajas, actualmente estamos en 5 casos positivos totales para todo el año escolar. Eso es un testimonio de que nuestros estudiantes y personal practican las medidas de seguridad y siguen los protocolos. Solo quería registrarme y ponerme en contacto con todos sobre algunos recordatorios y nuevos elementos que se enumeran a continuación.

Actualizaciones de PRUEBAS STAAR:

¡Las pruebas STAAR de séptimo grado son el próximo martes 27 de abril! Los estudiantes virtuales deberían haber recibido un correo electrónico confirmando que su hijo está inscrito y tomará el examen en persona en el campus.

Si se registró mediante el formulario de Google pero no recibió una confirmación por correo electrónico, envíe un correo electrónico a ruth.yamaguchi@pfisd.net o llame al 512 594-2000.

Si aún no se ha inscrito y no ha recibido una respuesta directa de la Sra. Yamaguchi, su hijo no podrá tomar la prueba de escritura del séptimo grado la próxima semana. La razón de esto es que la planificación para que los estudiantes realicen la prueba en persona implica grupos de prueba preestablecidos, prepararse para las adaptaciones de los estudiantes y boletos de prueba preseleccionados / arreglados.

Requisitos de inscripción - Importante: La verificación en línea para los estudiantes que regresan ahora está disponible en línea a través del Portal para padres de Skyward. Los padres / tutores deben completar los Formularios de verificación y salud del estudiante para el año escolar 2021 - 2022. Por favor, llame al campus al 594-2037 si necesita ayuda para acceder a esto a través de Skyward.

• Todos los estudiantes que ingresan al sexto grado DEBEN proveer comprobante de residencia. La prueba de residencia incluye una copia de su estado de cuenta de la hipoteca o contrato de arrendamiento y una factura actual de servicios públicos/municipales.

• Si ha tenido un cambio de dirección, debe subir y actualizar un comprobante de residencia.

• Si necesita una cuenta para padres de Skyward, comuníquese con la registradora Sra. Laceidra.moten@pfisd.net 

Clínica de mascotas PMS - 5 de mayo, de 5 a 7 p.m. 

Venga y acompáñenos aquí para vacunar sus mascotas rápidas y fáciles y otros servicios para mascotas que se enumeran en el folleto. Se requieren máscaras y se fomenta el distanciamiento social.

Feria del Libro Virtual: ¡Gracias a aquellos de ustedes que ya han comprado libros! 

Nuestra feria del libro todavía está disponible en línea hasta el 25 de abril. ¡Los pedidos de libros de más de $ 25 se enviarán gratis y todos los pedidos se enviarán directamente a su hogar este año!

¡Haa clic aquí para ver la feria! ¡Gracias por su apoyo!

¡Espero que todos tengan un viernes y fin de semana seguro, feliz y saludable! Por favor continúe comunicándose con el campus y conmigo mismo con cualquier pregunta y necesidad que pueda tener.

Sincerely,

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

Facebook website

“Panther Pride”

#leapintogreatness

April 1st, 2021

Greetings Panther Pfamilies,

           It has been another exciting week of learning and growing here at PMS. We have been heavily involved in developing our campus improvement plan, master schedule, and creative ways we can celebrate our students next year. They deserve complete recognition for their hard work and I feel like I’ve let them down in that regard this year. We are striving to improve in all areas! There are quite a few important events, dates, and other points to be aware of as we enter this student/staff holiday. 

Student Holidays - April 2nd and 5th: There is no school for students tomorrow (April 2nd) or Monday (April 5th) as these are student holidays. 

STAAR TESTING: PfISD campuses are required to participate in the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness, or STAAR in April and May this school year. PMS will assign students to test on dates within the window.

Students who participate in remote instruction will be contacted by campus administrators to arrange times for students to be on campus to participate. Students who are not able to be on campus will participate in remote asynchronous instruction on test dates. 

As we approach the spring 2021 STAAR testing season, we are encouraging ALL students (both VIRTUAL and IN PERSON) to participate in order to gain a data specific understanding of where our students stand academically.

Being that all IN PERSON students will automatically be scheduled to participate in STAAR, this survey is for VIRTUAL students ONLY.

 -----> STAAR Sign Up Survey- VIRTUAL STUDENTS ONLY

 Please note the following:

• All IN PERSON students will be scheduled to participate in assigned STAAR administrations
• All VIRTUAL students will be REQUIRED to "sign-up" in order to participate in assigned STAAR administrations by completing this survey no later than Friday, 4/9/2021
• All students participating will take the online version/mode of the STAAR (some exceptions may apply)
• All students participating will utilize their district issued Chromebook for STAAR participation (If your student has not been issued a Chromebook, please call 512-594-2000 to arrange for one to be issued.)
• All COVID safety protocols will remain in place as to ensure the safety of all (masks, physical distancing, temperature scans, etc.)

 The STAAR administration dates will be:

• 6th-8th Grades - STAAR Alternate II (week of April 5th-April 30th)
• 6th Grade  -Math and Reading  (week of May 17th)
• 7th Grade - Writing  (week of April 27th)
• 7th Grade - Math and Reading (week of May 17th)
• 8th Grade - Science, History (starts Week of May 12th)
• 8th Grade - Reading, Math & Algebra I EOC (week of  May 17th)

More specific information will be shared with all as we proceed. Please call 512-594-2000 should there be any questions or concerns.

National Junior Honor Society Recognition: 18 amazing students were recognized in a drive-up celebration this past Friday for their acceptance into NJHS!! Thank you to the staff, parents and students for making this day so special! The students recognized were:

• Cayden Dang
• Isabella Ebaro 
• Matthew Gomez
• Isaac Hanson
• Rachel Humphrey Grace Irby
• Lorelei Lemieux
• Xitali Leon
• Rebecca Marichal 
• Nicolas Martinez 
• Vince Pham 
• Travis Scharf 
• Brooklyn Slocum
• Braxton Smith
• Cadell Tan
• Reiley Valdez
• Cali Young
• Nicholas Albright
• Lillian Cullis

Band District Honors: A few weeks ago band students submitted a virtual audition to compete with other students in the district to earn a spot in the PfISD District Band.  They prepared two music selections in addition to scales and have worked hard on this music since November. I am proud to announce the following students that have earned PfISD District Band Recognition.  They will be rewarded with a yard sign and t-shirt!  

The students earning this honor are:

• Paul Gonzales, tenor saxophone
• Tiffany Jiang, oboe
• Amy Martinez-figueroa, flute
• Oliver Tays, oboe
• Olaf Rich, flute
• Asa Pool, bassoon
• Landon Shaw, Bari Saxophone
• Elayne Lipson, flute
• Santiago Gamez, percussion
• Larissa Shaw, percussion
• Izabella Figueroa, percussion
• Benicio Varela, trumpet
• Marshall Prout, French horn
• Penelope George, French horn
• Camilla Eskaf, trumpet
• Stella Baker, trumpet
• Lillian Cullis, French horn
• Gabriel Lasseter, French horn
• Isabella Evaro, Trumpet

PTO Update! Are you interested in joining our new PTO? We will have our first meeting on April 15th at 6:30 pm. We would love to have as many parents as possible join us. There is no fee for membership. Please contact Dianna.Gutierrez@pfisd.net if you are planning to attend. The zoom link is below:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://pfisd-net.zoom.us/j/89311059297

Meeting ID: 893 1105 9297

Passcode: PantherPTO

Credit By Exam Registration: Deadline April 15th

The end of the year CBE (Credit By Exam) testing window is May 3,2021  – May 28,2021. The registration deadline is April 15,2021. If you are interested in testing, please contact your Grade Level Counselor (maria.baughman@pfisd.net)  for a registration form. The grade levels for this testing window is K – 12th grade.  The district is no longer offering at-home CBE testing (Proctorio).  If students want to take a CBE through our district offerings, students must come to campus to test at the time designated by the campus in the windows set by the district.  Students should review the Study Guides provided by UT in the link below prior to signing up for testing.  This review can help students and parents determine if there is a need for acceleration.  They can also consult with their classroom teacher(s) for additional feedback on whether acceleration is needed. 

• Grades 6-8: Middle School - English
• Grades 6-8: Middle School - Spanish
• Study Resources: Grades K-12: Study Guides - The University of Texas

8th Grade Parents: Big Decisions Course

The Big Decisions course for 8th grade will begin in May. The information letter and the opt-out form are linked below. Please use this link to the video of the Big Decisions Parent Information Meetings held in December to access additional details about the course and answers to parent questions.

 If you do not want your student to take this course and choose to opt-out, please submit an opt-out form (below) as soon as possible. The Google form will email a copy of the opt-out letter to you and to your student’s teacher.

 Grade 8 Big Decisions parent information letter:

English – Spanish – Vietnamese

Opt-out form for Grade 8 Big Decisions program:

Big Decisions Opt-Out Google Form

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

“Panther Pride”

Saludos Pfamilias Panther,

           Ha sido otra semana emocionante de aprendizaje y crecimiento aquí en PMS. Hemos estado muy involucrados en el desarrollo de nuestro plan de mejora del campus, horario máster y formas creativas en las que podemos celebrar a nuestros estudiantes el próximo año. Merecen un reconocimiento completo por su arduo trabajo y siento que los he defraudado en ese sentido este año. ¡Nos esforzamos por mejorar en todas las áreas! Hay muchos elementos importantes en este correo electrónico, incluidas las fechas, así que lea detenidamente cada área que pertenece a su (s) hijo (s).

Reconocimiento de la Sociedad Nacional de Honor Juvenil: ¡18 estudiantes increíbles fueron reconocidos en una celebración en automóvil el viernes pasado por su aceptación en NJHS! ¡Gracias al personal, los padres y los estudiantes por hacer que este día sea tan especial! Los ganadores reconocidos fueron: Cayden Dang, Isabella Ivaro, Matthew Gomez, Isaac Henson, Rachel Humphrey, Grace Irby, Lorelei Lemieux, Xitali Leon, Rebecca Marichal, Nicolas Martinez, Vince Pham, Travis Scharf, Brooklyn Slocum, Braxton Smith, Cadell Tan, Reiley Valdez, Cali Young, Nicholas Albright, Lillian Cullis

Honores del Distrito de Banda: Hace unas semanas, los estudiantes de banda presentaron una audición virtual para competir con otros estudiantes en el distrito para ganar un lugar en la Banda del Distrito de PfISD. Prepararon dos selecciones de música además de escalas y han trabajado duro en esta música desde noviembre. Me enorgullece anunciar a los siguientes estudiantes que han obtenido el reconocimiento de banda del distrito de PfISD. ¡Serán recompensados en sus hogares ​​con un letrero y una camiseta!

Los ganadores son:

• Paul Gonzales, saxofón tenor
• Tiffany Jiang, oboe
• Amy Martinez-figueroa, flauta
• Oliver Tays, oboe
• Olaf Rich, flauta
• Asa Pool, fagot
• Landon Shaw, saxofón de Bari
• Elayne Lipson, flauta
• Santiago Gamez, percusión
• Larissa Shaw, percusión
• Izabella Figueroa, percusión
• Benicio Varela, trompeta
• Marshall Prout, corno francés
• Penelope George, trompa
• Camilla Eskaf, trompeta
• Stella Baker, trompeta
• Lillian Cullis, trompa
• Gabriel Lasseter, corno francés
• Isabella Evaro, Trompeta

¡Actualización de PTO! ¿Está interesado en unirse a nuestro nuevo PTO? Tendremos nuestra primera reunión el 15 de abril a las 6:30 pm. Nos encantaría tener la mayor cantidad posible de padres que se unieran a nosotros. No hay tarifa para la membresía. Comuníquese con Dianna.Gutierrez@pfisd.net si planea asistir. El enlace de zoom está a continuación:

Unirse a la reunión de Zoom

https://pfisd-net.zoom.us/j/89311059297

ID de la reunión: 893 1105 9297

Código de acceso: PantherPTO

EXÁMENES STAAR: Se requiere que los campus de PfISD participen en la Evaluación de Preparación Académica del Estado de Texas, o STAAR en abril y mayo de este año escolar. PMS asignará a los estudiantes para que prueben en las fechas dentro de la ventana.

Los administradores del campus se pondrán en contacto con los estudiantes que participan en la instrucción remota para organizar los horarios para que los estudiantes estén en el campus para participar. Los estudiantes que no puedan estar en el campus participarán en instrucción asincrónica remota en las fechas de los exámenes.

A medida que nos acercamos a la temporada de pruebas STAAR de primavera de 2021, estamos alentando a TODOS los estudiantes (tanto VIRTUALES como EN PERSONA) a participar para obtener una comprensión específica de los datos de dónde se encuentran nuestros estudiantes académicamente.

Dado que todos los estudiantes EN PERSONA serán automáticamente programados para participar en STAAR, esta encuesta es SOLO para estudiantes VIRTUALES.

 -----> Encuesta de registro STAAR- SOLO ESTUDIANTES VIRTUALES

 Tenga en cuenta lo siguiente:

• Se programará la participación de todos los estudiantes EN PERSONA en las administraciones STAAR asignadas
• Se REQUIERE que todos los estudiantes VIRTUALES se registren para poder participar en las administraciones asignadas de STAAR completando esta encuesta a más tardar el viernes, 9 de abril, 2021.
• Todos los estudiantes que participen tomarán la versión / modo en línea del STAAR (se pueden aplicar algunas excepciones)
• Todos los estudiantes que participen utilizarán su Chromebook proveído por el distrito para participar en STAAR (si su estudiante no ha recibido una Chromebook, por favor llame al 512-594-2000 para coordinar la entrega de una).
• Todos los protocolos de seguridad de COVID permanecerán vigentes para garantizar la seguridad de todos (máscaras, distanciamiento físico, escaneos de temperatura, etc.)

Las fechas de administración de STAAR serán:

• Grados 6 al 8 - STAAR Alternate II (semana del 5 al 30 de abril)
• 6o  Grado - Matemáticas y Lectura (semana del 17 de mayo)
• 7o grado - Escritura (semana del 27 de abril)
• 7o grado - Matemáticas y lectura (semana del 17 de mayo)
• 8o grado - Ciencias, Historia (comienza la semana del 12 de mayo)
• 8o grado - EOC de lectura, matemáticas y álgebra I (semana del 17 de mayo)

Se compartirá información más específica con todos a medida que avancemos.

Llame al 512-594-2000 si tiene alguna pregunta o inquietud.

Crédito por medio de examen: fecha límite el 15 de abril

La ventana de prueba CBE (crédito por examen) de fin de año es del 3 de mayo de 2021 al 28 de mayo de 2021. La fecha límite de inscripción es el 15 de abril de 2121. Si está interesado en las pruebas, comuníquese con su consejero de nivel de grado (maria.baughman@pfisd.net) para obtener un formulario de inscripción. Los niveles de grado para esta ventana de exámenes son K - 12 grado. El distrito ya no ofrece pruebas CBE en el hogar (Proctorio). Si los estudiantes desean tomar un CBE a través de las ofertas de nuestro distrito, los estudiantes deben venir al campus para tomar el examen a la hora designada por el campus en las ventanas establecidas por el distrito. Los estudiantes deben revisar las Guías de estudio proporcionadas por UT en el enlace a continuación antes de inscribirse para las pruebas. Esta revisión puede ayudar a los estudiantes y padres a determinar si es necesario acelerar. También pueden consultar con los maestros de su aula para obtener comentarios adicionales sobre si es necesaria la aceleración.

Padres de 8° grado: Curso de Grandes Decisiones

El curso de Grandes Decisiones para el octavo grado comenzará en mayo. La carta de información y el formulario de exclusión voluntaria están vinculados a continuación. Utilice este enlace al video de las reuniones de información para padres de Big Decisions que se llevaron a cabo en diciembre para acceder a detalles adicionales sobre el curso y respuestas a las preguntas de los padres.

 Si no desea que su estudiante tome este curso y opta por no participar, envíe un formulario de exclusión voluntaria (a continuación) tan pronto como sea posible. El formulario de Google le enviará por correo electrónico una copia de la carta de exclusión voluntaria y al maestro de su estudiante.

Carta de información para padres de Big Decisions de 8. ° grado:

Inglés - español - vietnamita

Formulario de exclusión voluntaria del programa Big Decisions de octavo grado:

Formulario de Google para inhabilitar decisiones importantes

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

“Panther Pride”

Good Afternoon Parents and Guardians,

I hope you have had a great Panther week. Typically, when spring arrives we notice an increase in various behaviors at the middle school level. I am proud to report that this has not been the case thus far. I praised the 6th graders today as they departed from the cafeteria in a very orderly fashion, social distancing and wearing masks appropriately. It was the best I’ve seen all year and they typically do a really good job following our safety protocols. I was a very impressed and proud Principal today. They also received recognition over the PA system for those behaviors. For as long as I’ve been an educator, I will never underestimate the power of positive feedback and recognition for students. It is a powerful element when reinforcing behaviors.

I know the STAAR test is right around the corner and there are many questions. I will be sending information after spring break regarding timelines, scheduling, and dates. We are in the process of planning a smooth transition for all of our kiddos. Stay tuned for more information. 

The information below is an opportunity for our 8th grade students for next school year regarding the PTECH academy. Please take advantage of this great opportunity for your child if you are interested! I have also included information about our Regional Science Fair Winners!!

PTECH program (Pathways through Early College High School): PfISD has partnered with Austin Community College to provide our students with a dual credit curriculum. It is a program designed for our rising 9th graders (current 8th graders) to begin high school and receive their Associates degree at a completely FREE cost to them in either Computer Programming with a C++ certification or Education with an Educational Aide I certification by the time they graduate from high school. 

The Computer and Information Technology program (CIT Academy) is being housed at Connally High School and the Pfuture Teachers Academy is being housed at Weiss High School; however, it is open to any rising 9th grader, regardless of where they are districted to attend (students if accepted into the program will have to agree to transfer to Weiss for Pfuture Teachers Academy or Connally for CIT Academy). Transportation IS provided from the student’s home to their PTECH campus and back again. There are no prerequisites for students to apply. Any rising 9th grader in the district is able to be a PTECH student and the only requirement is that they fill out the application and be willing to transfer (transfers are automatically accepted for PTECH students) to the school that houses the PTECH program for which they are participating.

Here is the link to apply below:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xnyfeMC6lEWtoofVT2-qWGOMOLsfjL-cRRcve0CKSZ8/edit

There will also be a Parent Information Event on March 24th at 6 pm and the RSVP for that is located here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Yadq-43kR2jFVCIb2BGr_ara-GKPtDqplBQLJjycAzs/prefill

Please reach out to Jackie Yekpabo with any questions or trouble with the links at 594-0114 or jacqueline.yekpabo@pfisd.net.  

Regional Science Fair: PMS students have been outstanding the last few years at the Science Fair and this year is no different! We had 11 students in grades 6-8 that placed in 1st through 5th place in many categories. Some of them even placed in multiple categories. The areas of study were Mathematics, Plant Sciences, Microbiology, Computer Science, and Watershed Protection. Congratulations on your hard work and this achievement! Winners were announced during lunches today. 

So you all know, we are continuing to focus on passionate customer service here on campus and I’ve loved that some of you all are reaching out to me directly with needs regarding your child. Please keep it up if you need anything at all. My email and phone number are below. I hope each of you have a wonderful Panther weekend! 

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

“Panther Pride”

Buenas tardes padres y tutores,

Espero que hagan tenido una muy buena semana. Por lo general, cuando llega la primavera notamos un aumento en varios tipos de comportamiento a nivel de la escuela secundaria. Me enorgullece informarles que este no ha sido el caso hasta ahora. Alabé a los estudiantes de sexto grado hoy, cuando salieron de la cafetería de una manera muy ordenada, con distanciamiento social y usando máscaras de manera apropiada. Fue lo mejor que he visto en todo el año y, por lo general, hacen muy buen trabajo siguiendo nuestros protocolos de seguridad. Hoy fui un director muy impresionado y orgulloso. Recibieron reconocimiento sobre el sistema de megafonía por esos comportamientos. Mientras haya sido un educador, nunca subestime el poder del reconocimiento positivo para los estudiantes. Es un elemento poderoso cuando se trabaja con estudiantes.

Sé que la prueba STAAR está muy cerca y hay muchas preguntas. Enviaré información después de las vacaciones de primavera con respecto a los plazos, la programación y las fechas. Estamos en el proceso de planificar una transición sin problemas para todos nuestros niños. Estén atentos para más información.

La siguiente información es una oportunidad para nuestros estudiantes de 8º grado para el próximo año escolar con respecto a la academia PTECH. ¡Aproveche esta gran oportunidad para su hijo si está interesado! ¡También he incluido información sobre nuestros ganadores de la Feria Regional de Ciencias!

Programa PTECH (Pathways through Early College High School): PfISD se ha asociado con Austin Community College para proporcionar a nuestros estudiantes un plan de estudios de doble crédito. Es un programa diseñado para que nuestros estudiantes de noveno grado en ascenso (estudiantes actuales de 8º grado) comiencen la escuela secundaria y reciban su título de Asociado a un costo completamente GRATIS para ellos, ya sea en Programación de Computadoras con una certificación de C ++ o Educación con una certificación de Ayudante Educativo Nivel I para cuando se gradúan de la escuela preparatoria.

El programa de Informática y Tecnología de la Información (CIT Academy) se encuentra en Connally High School y la Pfuture Teachers Academy se encuentra en Weiss High School; sin embargo, está abierto a cualquier estudiante de noveno grado, independientemente del distrito al que asista (los estudiantes, si son aceptados en el programa, tendrán que aceptar transferirse a Weiss for Pfuture Teachers Academy o Connally para el CIT Academy). Se proporciona transporte desde el hogar del estudiante a su campus de PTECH y viceversa. No hay requisitos previos para que los estudiantes se postulen. Cualquier estudiante de noveno grado en el distrito puede ser un estudiante de PTECH y el único requisito es que complete la solicitud y esté dispuesto a transferirse (las transferencias se aceptan automáticamente para los estudiantes de PTECH) a la escuela que alberga el programa PTECH para el cual están participando.

Aquí está el enlace para aplicar a continuación:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1xnyfeMC6lEWtoofVT2-qWGOMOLsfjL-cRRcve0CKSZ8/edit

También habrá un evento de información para padres el 24 de marzo a las 6 pm y el RSVP para eso se encuentra aquí:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Yadq-43kR2jFVCIb2BGr_ara-GKPtDqplBQLJjycAzs/prefill

Comuníquese con Jackie Yekpabo con cualquier pregunta al 594-0114 o jacqueline.yekpabo@pfisd.net.

¡Espero que pasen un buen fin de semana!

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)  gmvhjkiop0-[=\\\\\\

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

“Panther Pride”

Good Afternoon Parents! 

           It’s hard to believe we have entered the month of March. This school year has seemed to fly by and slow down at times. While it has been an unusual school year, I know our processes at Pflugerville Middle School continue to improve and that is the message I have made efforts to convey to faculty, staff and students. If we can persevere through challenges and aim to keep improving, we are on the right track. 

 We are entering the 4th 9 weeks grading period after Spring Break. Due to some calendar changes this year, March 12th is now a student holiday and marks the beginning of Spring Break for students. Faculty and staff will be on campus on the 12th to continue planning instruction for students. Information below relates to changing your child’s Mode of Instruction officially for the 4th nine weeks and a mandatory cheerleading zoom today for those interested in joining the cheer squad.

 Cheerleading Zoom Meeting Today at 6 p.m.

 Zoom link: https://pfisd-net.zoom.us/j/86105023416

Passcode:  Cheer22

4th Nine Weeks Mode of Instruction Change: While it must be a challenging time for families to make decisions about either virtual or in-person learning for their child, the next few days will mark an opportunity to change the mode of instruction for the 4th 9 weeks period. The google form below will allow you to change the Mode of Instruction to either virtual or in-person learning, ONLY if you need to make a change. If you are not making any changes to the learning setting for your child, there is no need to access the form.  

 We are leaving this form open until March 10th at 12:00 p.m. for all families to make any appropriate changes for their child’s mode of instruction, which will begin officially on March 22nd (first day of the 4th 9 weeks). 

 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1WaaDZzsHvAHMV_KVgxTwQmT7yF1UY5RcIIj2CeItQKA/edit?usp=sharing 

 If you have any questions and you would like to call or email me prior to making a decision, I will respond promptly to help guide you to make the best decision for you, your child, and your family. I can be reached at philip.clayton@pfisd.net or (512) 594-2011.

 I hope everyone has a tremendous Panther Tuesday! 

¡Buenas tardes padres de familia!

 Es difícil creer que hayamos entrado en el mes de marzo. Este año escolar ha parecido pasar volando y en veces muy despacio. Si bien ha sido un año escolar anormal, sé que nuestros procesos en Pflugerville Middle School continúan mejorando y ese es el mensaje que he esforzado por transmitir a la facultad, el personal y los estudiantes. Vamos a perseverar a través de los desafíos y aspirar a seguir mejorando, estamos en el camino correcto.

 Estaremos entrando en el cuarto período de calificaciones de 9 semanas después de las vacaciones de primavera. Debido a algunos cambios en el calendario este año, el 12 de marzo es ahora un feriado estudiantil y marca el comienzo de las vacaciones de primavera para los estudiantes. La facultad y el personal estarán en el campus el día 12 para continuar planificando la instrucción para los estudiantes. La información a continuación se relaciona con el cambio oficial del modo de instrucción de su hijo/a durante las últimas nueve semanas y también un zoom obligatorio para aquellos interesados ​​en unirse al equipo de porristas.

 Reunión de porristas Zoom hoy a las 6 p.m. 

Enlace de zoom: https://pfisd-net.zoom.us/j/86105023416

Código de acceso: Cheer22

 Cambio en el modo de instrucción del cuarto período de nueve semanas: 

Se que puede ser un momento desafiante para las familias que tomen decisiones sobre el aprendizaje virtual o en persona para los estudiantes, los próximos días marcarán una oportunidad para cambiar el modo de instrucción para el cuarto período de nueve semanas. El formulario de Google a continuación le permitirá cambiar el modo de instrucción a aprendizaje virtual o en persona, SOLO si necesita hacer un cambio. Si no tiene que hacer ningún cambio en el entorno de aprendizaje de su hijo, no es necesario que acceda al formulario.

 Este formulario estará abierto hasta el 10 de marzo a las 12:00 p.m. para que todas las familias realicen los cambios necesarios en el modo de instrucción de sus hijo/a, que comenzará oficialmente el 22 de marzo (primer día del cuarto periodo de las últimas 9 semanas). 

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1WaaDZzsHvAHMV_KVgxTwQmT7yF1UY5RcIIj2CeItQKA/edit?usp=sharing 

Si tiene alguna pregunta y desea llamarme o enviarme un correo electrónico antes de tomar una decisión, responderé de inmediato para guiarlo a tomar la mejor decisión para usted, su hijo y su familia. Pueden comunicarse conmigo a mi correo  philip.clayton@pfisd.net o (512) 594-2011.

¡Espero que todos tengan un maravilloso martes.

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

“Panther Pride”

Hello Panther Pfamilies,

        Below is some important information about Panther Cheer! There will be a zoom session for students and parents that are interested in trying out for next year’s Panther Cheer Team. Below is a quick video and flyer for more information. 

 Free Book Distribution:  Also, this afternoon, district librarians and staff will be in our community giving away free books to our students at the Chisholm Point Community, 900 Broken Feather Trail, outside of the club house. This offer is for both virtual and in-person learners so please feel free to have your child(ren) stop by and select some books!

We hope to see you there! Have a great Panther Day!

Hola familias Panther, 

¡A continuación, encontrará información importante sobre Panther Cheer (equipo de animadoras)! Habrá una sesión de zoom para estudiantes y padres que estén interesados en probar para el equipo Panther Cheer del próximo año. A continuación, se muestra un vídeo rápido y un folleto para obtener más información. 

Distribución Gratuita de Libros: Además, esta tarde, los bibliotecarios del distrito y el personal estarán en nuestra comunidad regalando libros gratis a nuestros estudiantes en la comunidad de Chisholm Point, 900 Broken Feather Trail, afuera de la casa club. Esta oferta es tanto para estudiantes virtuales como en persona, así que no dude en hacer que su (s) hijo (s) pasen y seleccionen algunos libros.

¡Esperamos verle allí! ¡Tenga un gran día!

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

“Panther Pride”

#leapintogreatness

Good Afternoon Panther Community, 

    I know it’s been a challenging few days for all of us, but we are excited that we are getting somewhat back to normal here on campus. I have directed our staff to assess and focus on the social/emotional needs of students today and to slowly integrate classroom content starting tomorrow. The social and emotional state of our students is always important and now it is even more important than ever with our current circumstances. Below are some important items for you all to know.  

Regular School Schedule Resumes Tomorrow: In-person learners will be back on campus tomorrow and our regular Synchronous and Asynchronous schedule will resume for all students. Students should check Canvas for any specific instructions from their teachers regarding classes and assignments. 

Social/Emotional Survey: All students have a survey in Canvas we would like for them to complete regarding social/emotional learning. The survey will help us identify the needs of our students so we can support them; the great thing about this survey is the data functions as their voice - so we are responding to what they are saying in addition to what we are observing. 

Here are links to help them complete the survey:

• Survey Introduction
• Survey-taking Help for Students

Homework Hotline: This will resume next Tuesday evening, March 2nd, for any students who are interested in getting some extra help with assignments, test corrections and homework. All students have information about the Homework Hotline and links posted in their student Canvas accounts. Remember that Tuesday is for Math and Science assistance and Thursday is for Language Arts and Social Studies assistance. 

Additional Resources: If you still need resources to recover from recent events, which many of us do, they are below:

FEMA Assistance: https://www.disasterassistance.gov/

Water Resources Available:

https://www.kxan.com/news/local/austin/free-water-available-at-10-austin-sites-on-sunday-for-residents-who-cant-purchase-or-boil-water/

Thank you for your continued support of OUR campus!! It has been a pleasure getting to know more and more of our parents this school year. Have a great Panther evening! 

Regards,

Philip Clayton

Principal (512-594-2011)

Pflugerville Middle School

philip.clayton@pfisd.net

Campus website 

“Panther Pride”

#leapintogreatness