Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week is Here!
May 5 - May 9 is Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week at Schimelpfenig! We're thrilled to celebrate the amazing teachers and staff at our school with a full week of appreciation, treats, and surprises! From morning coffee and delicious lunches to a festive ice cream bar and relaxing massages — we're pulling out all the stops to say thank you.
How You Can Help
Our wonderful PTA is organizing a week filled with treats and lunches, and we’d love your support! We're looking for dessert and drink donations to help keep the celebration going.
Click here to donate desserts or drinks
Want to Show Your Appreciation Directly?
Looking for the perfect way to recognize a favorite teacher or staff member? Check out our Staff Favorites List for inspiration!
View the Staff Favorites List
Thank you for helping us make this week extra special for our amazing Schim staff!
Join the Fun and Support Clark High School Cheer!
Calling all cheer enthusiasts and bargain hunters! The Clark High School Cheer Booster Club is hosting a Kitty Clinic and a Giant Yard Sale on May 10th.
Kitty Clinic: A fantastic opportunity for aspiring cheerleaders to learn from the best—our talented Clark High cheer squad!
Yard Sale: Snag incredible deals while supporting a great cause. Parking spots for sellers are now available, so secure yours today!
All proceeds go directly toward cheer expenses to keep our spirited squad shining bright.
Don't miss this chance to contribute to our community, learn some moves, and find hidden treasures. Let's rally together for our cheerleaders! 
Save the Date: May 10th from 9:00 AM 12:00 PM
Location: Clark High School, 523 W Spring Creek Pkwy, Plano
Spread the word—cheer is more than just a sport; it’s a community!
Visit Clark High School Spiritbackers for more info!
Keep learning all summer long with Plano Public Library! Events are free and do not require a library card. Check out the online calendar for the full schedule and details.
Here are some highlights:
- Summer Kickoff – Saturday, May 31 enjoy a birthday-themed kickoff party in celebration of the library’s 60th birthday
- STEAM Stop – Learn a little bit about all things STEAM featuring hands-on activities throughout the summer
- Movie Maker Camp – Join us for a 5-day camp to master movie magic using DaVinci Resolve. Learn how to edit video, create sound effects and use a green screen. Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged.
- Summer Reading – For ages 0-16, read 1,000 minutes and for ages 16+, read 5 books between May 31 and July 31 and earn a prize. Read more information here: PPL Summer Reading Program
You can sign up for a library card online and stop by any of the five Plano Public Library locations to pick up the card. Be sure to follow the library on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube for weekly updates.
Local elections, especially school board elections, directly impact our students' education. As advocates for public schools, PTAs help families access the information needed to make informed choices.
Early Voting Locations: HERE
Election Day (May 3) Voting Locations: HERE
Sunday, April 27, 11am - 7pm
Here is a LINK to the April 21st edition of the Panther Parent 411 newsletter.
Here is a LINK to the March 31st edition of the Panther Parent 411 newsletter.
