Titan Times

Greetings, Titan Family!

As we welcome November, we celebrate the hard work and progress our students have made so far this school year. This month is a wonderful opportunity to reflect on gratitude and the importance of community. We encourage you to engage with your child about their experiences and accomplishments. Together, let’s foster a supportive environment where our students can thrive academically and personally. Thank you for your continued partnership in making this a great year!

We encourage you to reach out to our school office with any questions, as open communication is vital for our success. Thank you for trusting us with your child's education. I look forward to a memorable and enriching year for our students and learning community as we work together.

Go Titans!

Ron Sterling, Jr.

Principal

Bettye Myers Middle School

The BMMS Electric and Mighty Titans of the Month are recognized for their outstanding character, leadership, and citizenship, as selected by the grade level teachers and staff at Myers MS. These students exemplify diligence by consistently completing assignments on time and demonstrating a strong effort to learn. They exhibit excellent behavior both inside and outside the classroom, showing respect and good manners towards peers and teachers alike.

The Titans of the Month embody the values of BMMS by aligning with its affirmations and demonstrating exemplary character traits such as compassion, honesty, trustworthiness, responsibility, optimism, and loyalty. Their contributions help foster a positive school environment, making them role models for their peers.

Our ELECTRIC Titans are students that are “lighting up” on their path. This would include students who have exhibited growth, mastered a new skill, and/or made great strides towards a goal.

6th Grade

• Nazareth Leon
• Cecil Mich

7th Grade

• Charnelle Beamon
• Jovanni Whitney

8th Grade

• LaBrandom Johnson
• Elicia Joyner

Our MIGHTY Titans are students who possess remarkable leadership qualities, academic excellence, extracurricular participation, positive attitude, and/or community service.

6th Grade

• Mati Dye
• Ricardo Oliva

7th Grade

• Parker Gossett
• Barbara Valbuena Sarmiento

8th Grade

• Jairo Sandoval
• Mekhi Williams

Nineteen Denton ISD students from seven campuses earned top-five finishes at the Educators Rising National Conference & Competition, a nationwide event for middle and high school students interested in the education profession.

The students qualified for the national competition after placing at the Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE) state contests, where the top 10 in each category advance to nationals. Denton ISD had 33 students place in the top 10 at the state level, with 23 qualifying for nationals — the most of any district in Texas.

At the state level, students participated in competitions (judged against their peers) and contests (where students present projects to a panel of judges). Categories ranged from goal setting and professional development to job interviews.

TAFE, a non-profit student organization founded in 1984, offers middle and high school students the opportunity to explore the teaching profession. The organization is sponsored by the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals and governed by a board of teachers, students, and principals.

We are especially proud to highlight the outstanding accomplishments of our Myers Middle School students, who each placed in the top five nationally:

• Aubrey Stevens – 3rd place, Teach Created Materials
• Addie Trammel & Isabella Snyder – 2nd place, Children’s Literature (K-3rd grade)
• Brooklyn Causey – 3rd place, Children’s Literature (Pre-K)

Congratulations to all our students on this incredible achievement! Your hard work and dedication to the future of education are truly inspiring.

Big shoutout to our Lady Titans Volleyball teams and Titans Football teams for their fantastic seasons! These dedicated student-athletes gave their all this year and truly represented BMMS with pride.

We are all incredibly proud of our Titan athletes and their hard work!

Veterans Day honors and recognizes all of America’s veterans – their patriotism, their love of country, and their willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good. Thank you to all the brave men and women who have served our country. Your dedication and sacrifice are greatly appreciated. Happy Veterans Day!

• Student IDs: All BMMS students have received their school ID badges. For safety reasons, students are required to wear their ID badges while on campus. Any student without an ID will be sent to the front office to obtain a temporary one. Click here to view the BMMS ID Policy.

• Cell Phone Policy: Cell phones must be turned off and stored away during school hours. Click [here] to view the BMMS Cell Phone Policy.

• Student Dress Code: We sincerely appreciate the feedback we've received regarding our student dress code expectations. We believe it is important to maintain transparency and clearly communicate these expectations. Click [here] to access the BMMS Student Dress Code expectations.

The ESL/Dual Language department is thrilled to announce a Multicultural Night on February 6th, 2025! To ensure this event is a success, we have included a survey to receive your feedback. Your feedback will be invaluable in helping us celebrate our diverse community. Stay tuned for more details!

Click here to participate in the survey!

We’re excited to share two special announcements this month!

First, throughout November, students can wear their favorite hats to school every Friday for just $1. Money will be collected in their first-period class, and students will receive a sticker to avoid any dress code warnings. It’s a fun way to support our school while expressing their individuality!

Additionally, mark your calendars for our Holiday Dance on December 6th! Tickets will be available for $5, and we can’t wait to see everyone there for a night of fun and celebration.

A heartfelt thank you to NTX Flash and Dash Photo Booth for your generous donation of time and services at our first Holiday Dance. Your support will not only enhance the event but also help strengthen our community. We truly appreciate your commitment to making this celebration special for everyone involved! For more information about NTX Flash and Dash, please scan the QR code.

Thank you for your continued support!

STOPit is the new anonymous reporting tool that has replaced SafeSchools. Please use the unique campus access code and report through one of the three ways listed below. You can also learn more about the features and how the reporting app can help you on the Denton ISD STOPit page.

You can report in three secure and anonymous ways:

• Download the STOPit app from Google Play or Apple App stores.
  • After downloading the app, enter the campus access code below in the app.
• Through the website using this link: https://web.stopitsolutions.com/login
  • Search for your campus name using the "Search for Your Organization button" or by entering your campus access code in the "Enter Access Code button".
• Report through the STOPit Hotline number at 512-357-8855 and you will be connected to an agent.

Your STOPit campus access code is: BMyersMS

The PTA, or Parent Teacher Association, is dedicated to helping every child reach their full potential by engaging and empowering families and communities to advocate for all students. At our campus, we offer programs that enrich classroom experiences, provide incentives for academic excellence, and support our counselors. These initiatives are funded through membership dues and fundraising efforts.

Hello, Titan Families!

The Home Access Center (HAC) is a valuable tool that allows parents to view student grades, attendance, and other important information. If you or your child encounter a significant scheduling conflict, please visit the counseling website to submit a schedule change request.

The Myers Counseling Website is your go-to resource for information about our program, including details about what we do, who we are, and links to various forms, including the schedule change request form.

If you experience any issues with viewing or logging into your HAC account, please contact Mrs. Martin, the Myers Middle School registrar, at jmartin3@dentonisd.org.

For any questions or concerns about scheduling, please email us at:

• evalenta@dentonisd.org for Ms. Emily Valenta (Students A-K)
• egauthier@dentonisd.org for Mrs. Emily Gauthier (Students L-Z)
• lstrittmatter@dentonisd.org for Mrs. Leah Strittmatter (Impact Counselor)
  

Thank you!

Principal: Mr. Ron Sterling, Jr.

Asst. Principal: Academic Administrator/Campus Testing Coordinator Ms. Tara Hartford

Asst. Principal: (Student alpha L-Z) Mr. Jason Harned

Administrative Intern: (Student alpha: A-K) Mrs. Jasmin Logan

Principal Resident: Mrs. Claire Nicolas

Main Office: (940) 369-1500

Website: https://www.dentonisd.org/myersms
Location: 131 Garza Rd, Shady Shores, TX 76208