October 6, 2023

Special Legislative Session to Begin Monday

Governor Greg Abbott called a third special session of the 88th Texas Legislature for the purpose of passing voucher legislation to provide private school subsidies with taxpayer funds, among other items. Missing from his call was any reference to school funding increases, which are sorely needed to address record inflation, increase teacher pay, and fund new, unfunded state requirements related to safety and security.

More than $14 billion in new per-student funding is needed just to give school districts across the state the same buying power as in 2019. Only $2.6 billion has been provided. Regrettably, instead of helping public schools keep up with rising costs, state leaders are focused on pushing through subsidies for private education.

Sherman ISD Seeks Feedback

Via Stakeholder Surveys

Sherman ISD is engaging students, staff, families, and business and industry leaders to ensure our students are well prepared for the future. The purpose of the Texas Strategic Leadership initiative is to assess current district practices and develop a strategic plan and systems for continuous improvement.

Parents and guardians, please complete the family survey before Thursday, October 19:

English: www.shermanisd.net/TSLfamilysurvey

Spanish: www.shermanisd.net/TSLencuestafamiliar

Enjoy the Long Weekend!

Don’t forget that there is no school for students both today and Monday, October 9. Enjoy the long weekend!

SHS Senior Recognized for Outstanding

Academic Achievement

Sherman High School senior Leif Inocian has been named a Commended Student in the 2024 National Merit Scholarship Program. Around 34,000 Commended Students across the United States are being recognized for their exceptional academic performance on the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test.

Piner 8th Graders Tour Area Industries For Manufacturing Day

Piner Middle School eighth graders had the opportunity to explore area industries and ask the experts about their jobs during their Manufacturing Day Thursday morning. Students headed to high-tech companies like Texas Instruments and Globitech as well as manufacturers like Progress Rail and Ameritex Pipe to learn about careers and options available at each employer. Our students are looking ahead to the future!

Open House Brings Together Parents, Educators

Our middle schools, early childhood centers and elementary schools held their open houses this week and brought together parents and educators to talk about their student’s progress and efforts so far this school year. Students succeed when their parents and educators work together!

You Can Check Your Child’s Grades Online

As the first nine-weeks period comes to a close next Friday, October 13, don’t forget that you can check your child’s grades 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.

Join Us Today for the Maroon Mania Tailgate!

Join us tonight for the Maroon Mania tailgate on the Sherman Municipal Lawn before the Frisco Heritage game at Bearcat Stadium! The Bearcat March kicks off the tailgate at 5 p.m. followed by performances from cheer, the SHS Hi-Steppers, Bearcat Band and the SYSA Cheer team. You can also enjoy delicious treats and meals from local food trucks and enjoy bounce houses, corn hole and lawn Jenga before you head over to Bearcat Stadium for the 7 p.m. kickoff!

The Hi-Stepper Booster Club will also be selling Pink Out T-Shirts for the Pink-Out game on October 20.

Bearcat Tennis Seals Playoff Spot

With Win Over Denison

Bearcat Tennis cemented their playoff spot last night with their ninth straight win (17-2) in the "Battle of the Racket" over Denison!

They are now headed to play Corsicana at Rockwall Heath High School on October 10 at 10 a.m. Let's go, Bearcats!

Bearcat Athletics Update

Cross Country

Bearcat Cross Country headed out to the Celina Invitational last weekend for a final tune-up before the district meet. The varsity girls placed fifth overall with the top finishers being Shaylie Parkin (16th) and Ella Hackett (24th). The varsity boys placed fifth overall as well with the top finishers being Kaden Hernandez (6th) and John Smucker (16th). The district meet will be held on October 10 at 8 a.m. at Myers Park in McKinney.

Volleyball

The Lady Cats have split their last two matches, winning at Denison in three sets before falling to Princeton in three sets. They play McKinney North at home this evening with the varsity match starting at 5 p.m.

Football

The Bearcats traveled to Toyota Stadium last Thursday to face the Frisco High Racoons. It was a tough match, and the Bearcats dropped the game, 30-7. They play the Frisco Heritage Coyotes tonight at 7 p.m. at Bearcat Stadium.

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