Wolf Pack News

What a week it’s been! I want to take a moment to remind you all how much you matter. The safety and well-being of our students is my top priority, and I’m committed to keeping our campus a secure place for everyone. While there may be outside voices trying to create doubt, please know that I will always provide you with the truth about what happens here at Shoemaker.

We are continually reviewing and improving our safety drills and procedures to ensure the highest level of protection. If you or your student ever feel the need to talk, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our administrative or counseling teams. We’re here to listen and provide support. We also encourage our students to speak up if they see or hear anything that concerns them. Remember, our motto is: If you see something, say something. You can use the Bully and Threat form to contact the district https://forms.killeenisd.org/Forms/BullyReporter

Additionally, I encourage you to review the updated procedures for our varsity football games, released by the district last Friday. I have also placed the, under our Extra Curricular Corner below These changes will ensure that everyone can enjoy the game safely as we cheer on our Shoemaker Grey Wolves!

Highlight for the Week

• Senior Panoramic Sept. 27 @ 8 am

Thank you for trusting us and for being a part of this wonderful community. We’re here for you.🐾

Go Grey Wolves!

Mary Lynn Gawryszewski

If you have any questions, please contact the front office at (254) 336-0900.

Hosted by: Shoemaker High School Cheerleading Team

Clinic: October 5, 2024|11:30-12:00-(Sign In)12:00 -2:00 PM Clinic
SHS Cafeteria

Parent Showoff: 1:45 PM

Pre-Game Performance: Thursday, October 10, 2024 | Time: 6:00 PM

Buckley Stadium- Killeen vs Shoemaker

· Who: Students in Pre-K - 6th grade only

· Due date: Registration forms along with payment must be received no later than September 30, 2024

o Parents may register using the QR code below

o Parents can make online payments using the QR code below.

o Parents can also mail or drop off payment at SHS

§ Make checks out to SHS Cheer

o Registrations/payments will not be accepted the day of clinic.

· If you have any questions, please contact Coach Boyd

o Daphne.boyd@killeenisd.org

Shoemaker FFA is having a fundraiser. Please show your support by clicking the link below, then select Shoemaker FFA, and a student’s name you wish to support, or catch a student in the hallway to support them (they have a competition among all members for Top Sales):

https://shop.freshcountry.com/

Thank you so much for your support! All orders are due by 10/10/2024. All items will be delivered before Thanksgiving Break. Please let me know if you have any question about this.

KISD is implementing immediate changes to our game day policies at Leo Buckley and Joseph L. Searles III Stadiums. Please take note of these new expectations that will be enforced beginning Friday, September 20, 2024:

• All KISD secondary students must have their student ID for entry into football games unless accompanied by an adult chaperone. The student ID must be worn and visible while the student is on district property.

• All KISD secondary students not accompanied by an adult chaperone will enter the stadium through a designated student gate. The student ID must be worn and visible at all times.

• Students from non-participating schools must be accompanied by an adult chaperone.

• On the home side: Only KISD students may sit in the student section. Students may only sit in the general admission section if accompanied by an adult chaperone.

• Throughout the event, KISD students must remain in the student section unless they are using the restroom or in line for concessions. The number of students allowed in the concession line will be limited to help with crowd control. After finishing in the restroom or concessions, students must return immediately to the student section.

• Any student not complying with these expectations or any directive from district administrators will be escorted out of the game.

Our clear bag policy remains in effect. Additionally, metal detectors and wands may be used at entrances.

In an effort to improve safety and security, a Clear Bag Procedure will be instituted beginning July 1, 2024 for spectators attending any event held within a Killeen ISD athletic facility that requires a ticket to enter.

Any student that needs academic support in their core courses, including Foreign Languages, can attend a tutoring session after school Monday through Thursday.

Students must be in their tutoring room by 4:30 and must conduct themselves in a manner that supports our building expectations. If your student is needing academic support, please encourage them to attend.

• Tardy Policy:
  Please encourage your student to arrive on time to their classes to avoid any disruptions. We’ve implemented a 30-second reminder before the tardy bell to help students get to class on time.

• Student IDs:
  All students must have their ID visible at all times—worn around the neck, not on backpacks or around the waist. This is crucial for maintaining campus security.

• Early Release Students & Missed Bus to KCC/CTC:
  Students with early release who choose to stay on campus must sign in and remain in the library. If your student misses the bus, they should notify the front office, and we will assist in resolving the situation. However, if the situation cannot be resolved, students must stay in the library until their next class on campus begins. Roaming the hallways is not permitted for safety reasons.

• Cell Phone and Electronic Devices Policy: Our new cell phone policy is now in effect. We're continuing with reminders on Tuesday and Wednesday, and starting Thursday, September 5th, we'll begin enforcing consequences for having electronic devices like cell phones, smartwatches, earbuds, and headphones out during the school day from 8:00 AM to 4:15 PM.
  

• Important Information for Parents: Each secondary student will be assigned a personal, secure pouch for their cell phone at the start of the school year. Students are expected to bring this pouch to school daily and return it in good condition at the end of the year.
  
• We understand that some parents may choose not to provide their students with cell phones or may prefer that their students not bring electronic devices to school. If your student does bring a device, they must either surrender it to the appropriate assistant principal or request a secure pouch in line with Administrative Procedure VI-EE.

Please reach out if you have questions or concerns to your students counselor.

Mrs. Kyle: A-Clax Chernitra.Kyle@killeenisd.org

Ms. Hall: Clay- Gra Alexandria.Hall@killeenisd.org

Ms. Jones: Gre – Liz Nicolya.Jones@killeenisd.org

Mrs. Hicks: LL-Par bernadette.hicks@killeenisd.org

Ms. Faulhaber: Pas- Smith, F Tijuana.Faulhaber@killeenisd.org

Mrs. Hodge-Cummings: Smith, G – Z Merium.Hodgecummings@killeenisd.org

This month, as part of our Capturing Kids' Hearts (CKH) framework, we're focusing on empathy—understanding and sharing the feelings of others. Empathy is a cornerstone of our school culture, helping us create a supportive and caring environment for everyone. We encourage you to talk with your students about empathy at home and explore ways to practice it in your daily lives. Further down in this newsletter, you'll find our CKH Newsletter, which offers tips and activities to help bring what we’re learning on campus into your home. Together, we can nurture a more empathetic, connected community.

As we begin this exciting new school year, I wanted to remind everyone that Shoemaker High School is a cell phone-free campus between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. This means that all student devices, including smartwatches and earbuds, must be put away during these hours.

Our goal with this policy is to create a learning environment that is free from distractions and fully focused on student engagement. We believe that by minimizing these interruptions, we can help our students stay focused on their academic goals, better engage with their teachers and peers, and ultimately achieve greater success both in high school and beyond.

We understand that you may have concerns about your student being without their phone during the school day. Please rest assured that our campus is equipped with phones throughout the building, which students can access if they need to contact you. Additionally, we take the safety and well-being of our students very seriously, and we will always notify families promptly in the event of an emergency.

We appreciate your support in reinforcing this policy at home and ensuring that your student understands the importance of being fully present during the school day. If you have any questions or concerns, I encourage you to reach out to the district at phonefreeschools@killeenisd.org.

Together, we can create a positive, productive, and distraction-free learning environment for all of our students.

Thank you for your partnership, and let's make this school year the best one yet!

Policies in the Student Code of Conduct, to include the Dress Code Policy, are implemented to promote student achievement through the creation of a safe and inviting environment for students and employees. Please review the dress code policy and allow it to guide the selection of your child's back to school dress. Dress Code and ID expectations begin on page 50 of the Student Code of Conduct

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