October 19, 2023

There will be no school tomorrow, October 20, for professional learning and elementary parent conferences.

2023 Bond Progress!

Earlier this week, the Sherman ISD Board of Trustees was presented with an early design, site and floor plans for the new Crutchfield Elementary and new Fairview Elementary. These new schools, approved by voters as part of the May 2023 bond program, will replace the existing campuses for the start of the 2025-26 school year.

Now it is time to finalize the designs so that construction work can begin in the spring. Please take a few minutes to review plans and complete the feedback forms linked below by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, October 22, 2023.

Meanwhile, design work is also underway on the new multipurpose stadium at Sherman High School! Take a look at what our stakeholder committee has been working on, and stay tuned for an opportunity to provide your feedback!

SHS Celebrates Outstanding AP Students

Nearly 100 Sherman High School students were recognized for their excellent performance on their May 2023 Advanced Placement Exams at the annual AP Breakfast on Oct. 17.

A total of 440 students took 573 exams in May with 21% of students taking one or more exams. Over half of the exams taken received a score of a 3, 4, or 5, meaning the student could receive credit for a college course at any Texas college or university. In all, 25 SHS students achieved a 5, the highest possible score.

SISD Safety Minute: School Based Law Enforcement

Sherman ISD is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for students, staff and visitors to our schools. This week for America’s Safe Schools Week, we’re spotlighting our Sherman ISD Police Department, which continues to grow as they serve our school district. Just this week, the department swore in its eighth officer. Check out the video! 

Sherman ISD Empowers Students With Dyslexia

With Tailored Instruction And Support

Sherman ISD currently serves 708 students districtwide with direct dyslexia instruction or dyslexia accommodations. Learn more about how the dyslexia program supports students through the link below!

SHS Band Earns Superior Ratings At Regionals,

Now Headed To Area

Congratulations to the Sherman High School Band for achieving all Superior division one ratings at the Region 25 Marching Contest this past weekend! They now are headed to the Area competition on October 28 at Melissa’s Kenny Deel Stadium! Their preliminary performance starts at 9:45 a.m. The Area finalists will be announced at 4:15 p.m.

Outstanding Staff Recognized

At October Board Meeting

Elementary Teacher of the Month

Amy Gardner is the third grade leader teacher at Crutchfield Elementary School and investigates and implements research-based activities for her students that are fun and engaging as well as rigorous. Amy cares deeply for her students, providing a structured, nurturing environment in which all students can learn and grow.

Secondary Teacher of the Month

Christina Taylor, special education teacher at Piner Middle School, is organized, structured, nurturing, and disciplined with her staff, aides, and students. She is caring and easy for the kids to communicate with. She plans and works with the other self contained SPED teachers to provide the most engaging and standards-based instruction.

Employee of the Month

Jeanette Brock, campus secretary at Fairview Elementary, leads by example and builds quality relationships with all students, parents and staff. She goes above and beyond in making sure new families feel welcome, comfortable and get all of their questions answered.

Volunteer of the Month

From weekend food bags to redecorating the faculty bathrooms, Sara Tarvin at Fred Douglass ECC is always willing to support our students and staff. Sara has taken on the job for the past several years of getting all of our ABC boot camp vests cut out by members of the First Methodist Church, so that teachers can send them home with students and families can decorate them for the annual parade.

October is National Principals Month

National Principals Month is an opportunity to recognize and thank our principals for

their unwavering dedication, exceptional leadership, and remarkable impact on student success.

We had the opportunity to chat with students and teachers about what these outstanding

leaders bring to their campuses each day.

Now Hiring Classroom Assistants

We're hiring classroom assistants! Classroom assistants provide instructional assistance to our Bearcat students under teacher supervision and assist in classroom activities. The starting wage is $15.29 an hour. Go to www.shermanisd.net/apply to begin your application today!

Piner Students Get First-Hand Look at Careers

in Local Industry 

Our Piner Bearcats had opportunities to get a first-hand look inside local industry this month! This morning, a dozen seventh graders visited Texas Instruments for a Fabulous Field Trip and learned about the process used to make wafers.

Earlier in the month, all Piner eighth graders traveled to area industries to glimpse inside their facilities! These visits broadened their horizons about future career opportunities and are a great example of how Sherman ISD learning is innovative, creative and engaging!

You Can Check Your Child’s Grades Online

Your child’s grades for the first nine weeks of school are available to view online through the Frontline app or Parent Grade Viewer Portal. If you haven’t already, you’ll need to set up an account in Frontline to access the grades. More information can be found at www.shermanisd.net/viewgrades.

Student Nutrition Surveys Students On Menu Options

Sherman ISD Student Nutrition has begun conducting taste tests and surveys to get feedback from students across the district regarding menu options. This week, Piner Middle School’s Student Council tried out “breakfast corn dogs,” which are chicken sausage bites wrapped in pancake!

Bearcat Athletics Update

Girls Basketball

Our Lady Cat Basketball will be starting their scrimmages and non-district games soon! They have a scrimmage on October 28 at 10 a.m. in Decatur before traveling to Newman Smith on October 31 for their first game! Varsity starts at 7:30 p.m.

Volleyball

Lady Cat Volleyball has had a few tough matches this past week. They took losses against Melissa and Greenville in hard-fought sets, and the Lady Cats look to bounce back next week with a final home match against Denison. Join the varsity girls for Senior Night before the match starts at 5 p.m.!

Football

Our Bearcats faced a strong opponent on the road as they took on Frisco Reedy at Kuykendall Stadium. They fell to the Reedy Lions, 59-0. Our Bearcats return to Bearcat Stadium tomorrow night to play Frisco Lone Star at 7 p.m. for Pink Out and Band Senior Night. Join us in recognizing our Bearcat Band and the work they’ve put in all season!

SHS Trunk or Treat

Thursday, October 26

5:30-7 p.m.

SHS Front Parking Lot

Roo Boo Trick or Treat

Friday, October 27

6-7:30 p.m.

Austin College

Windsor Mall if weather permits, Sid Rich Rec Center if bad weather

Trick or Treat on Travis Street

Thursday, October 26

6-8 p.m.

Downtown Sherman