SMS Weekly Newsletter

We appreciate all of our families that choose to volunteer at SMS. We are able to do more for our students because we have your help! There is a new process for volunteering at SMS that requires two steps. This process is not required for a parent attending a field trip, but it is if they are asked to chaperone.

Step 1: The volunteer must have an Arkansas State Police Volunteer background check.

The form linked here must be completed, notarized, and accompanied with an $11.00 payment to Sheridan Schools, preferably by check. The form and money can be dropped off at the front office. Background checks are good for 5 years.

Step 2: The volunteer must complete a child maltreatment check through DHS.

This step can be completed on the link posted below. The cost is $11.00 and can be submitted electronically on their website.

Link for Child Maltreatment Check

We have several upcoming events that we could use your help with. If you would like to volunteer for any of the following events, please email Bailey Rich, our Parental Involvement Facilitator, at baileyrich@sheridanschools.org or call the front office at 870-942-3813.

School Pictures - Friday, September 6th from 8:00 to 10:30 a.m.

SMS Book Fair - September 18th - September 25th

Help will be needed from 7:30 to 3:30 on each day. Help will also be needed at the Book Fair during Parent Teacher Conferences on Monday, September 23rd.

Students interested in running for Student Council can pick up information packets in the office. The application form is included in the packet and is due September 6th. Campaign slides/posters are due September 11th. The campaign officially begins on September 12, and a student body vote will be held on September 19th.

• School pictures 8-10:30 a.m.

Monday, September 16th

• SMS Family Night (6 p.m.)

Wednesday, September 18th - 25th

• Book Fair

Monday, September 23rd

• Early Release at 1:45 p.m.
• Parent Teacher Conferences

Thursday, September 26th

Early Release at 1:45 p.m.

Friday, September 27th

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The Sheridan School district urges families who may qualify for the Free and Reduced Meal Program to apply right away. Families who believe they may qualify based on household income should submit an online application as soon as possible by Scanning the QR code or using this link. Information regarding eligibility and other frequently asked questions is available under the "Dining" section on the district's website: www.sheridanschools.org. Paper applications are also available at the front office of each school in the district.

The Sheridan School District understands that children need healthy meals to learn. The district offers healthy meals every school day. Breakfast costs $1.50; lunch costs $2.50 for students who do not qualify for the free/reduced program. Completing your application can help our district and students in many areas beyond just free or reduced-price meals, including increased state and federal funding for the school.

Contact Information

Call: 820-942-3135

Email: amandagarner@sheridanschools.org

Parents can add money to their child's account by either going online to www.sheridanschools.org - "dining" - "ezschoolpay," or by sending money with the student to give to a cafeteria worker.