JOIN THE AWARD-WINNING SMS PTA FOR 2025-2026!  

Support the SMS students and teachers by showing that you value your child’s education by joining the PTA.  Memberships start at $13 and students are only $7 with a parent membership! As a benefit to members only, you will have access to an online directory as well as PTA member discounts. Student members receive special discounts during our spring and fall socials and have the opportunity to be involved in leadership opportunities. 

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Parents and students are invited to join the science team on Wednesday, December 3rd, between 5:00pm and 6:30 pm in the SMS library for a showcase of our seventh and eighth grade Science and Engineering Fair Projects.

 

That evening, more than 50 student projects will be on display, highlighting the impressive work and dedication that our honors science students have shown throughout the first semester of this school year. If you are considering honors science placement for your child next year, this event offers a valuable opportunity to see the scope and creativity of the honors project. If your child is already participating in the science fair process, this is a wonderful chance to explore the remarkable investigations that they and all of their peers are currently conducting in pursuit of scientific excellence.

 

If you have any questions about this event, please contact our science department chair, Jeannie Freeman at jeannie.freeman@pisd.edu.



🥧 Help Us Send Staff Home on a Sweet Note!

 

Sign up to donate pie(s) HERE.

 

Sign up to help collect and distribute pies HERE.

 

As we head into Thanksgiving break, we’d love your help in showing our gratitude to our wonderful teachers and staff. Please consider donating a store-bought pie (or pies!) that we can send home with them on their last day before the holiday.

‼️ Important Details:

✅ Pies must be store bought and include an ingredient list so everyone can choose a pie that meets their dietary needs.

✅ Any variety is welcome — pumpkin, sweet potato, fruit, nut, etc.

✅ No frozen pies, please.

 

📅 Drop-Off Times:

• Thursday, November 20 — Front Office

• Friday, November 21 — Morning Drop-Off

(Volunteers at the carpool line Friday morning will take pies directly from your car!)

Thank you for helping us make our staff feel appreciated and celebrated! 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Here is a LINK to the November 17th edition of the Panther Parent 411 newsletter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Here is a LINK to the November 11th edition of the Panther Parent 411 newsletter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Here is a LINK to the October 22nd edition of the Panther Parent 411 newsletter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Come ice skating at Children's Health Starcenter and earn money for Plano Senior High School Hockey. Participants are welcome to wear halloween costumes. Attendees should register via QR code (or click on the image) as opposed to paying at the door.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Save the Date! Join us for our PTA General Meeting, followed by a Coffee & Chat with Principal Kinnard! ☕
 
📅 Friday, October 3
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 SMS Library
 
During the PTA meeting, we’ll cover important PTA updates. Afterward, Principal Kinnard will share insights and updates regarding the school. This is a great opportunity to ask questions and stay informed!
 
☕ All are welcome—hope to see you there!
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Here is a LINK to the October 1st edition of the Panther Parent 411 newsletter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Here is a LINK to the September 15th edition of the Panther Parent 411 newsletter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



The mission of Plano ISD's Family Education and Guidance Services is to strengthen all families in the community by providing education, resources and services which support raising responsible, self-confident, emotionally healthy children in today's complex society. Please visit HERE to gain access to PISD supports that you and your family may wish to utilize throughout the year!

DISCLAIMER: The Schimelpfenig Middle School PTA is a noncommercial, nonsectarian, nonpartisan association that does not endorse any candidate or political party. This PTA does not endorse non-PTA products or services. If you have a concern, please contact a member of the PTA Executive Board.