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. 
The Plano Wildcat High School lacrosse team is hosting 3 free clinics for boys and girls in grades K-12 on Aug. 16, 23, and Sept. 7.
We have teams for all grades and even high school kids can join lacrosse and be a part of a competitive state varsity program!
Click HERE to register.
As we get ready for school to start, here are some important dates:
Monday, August 4, 9am - 12noon: Cub Camp for 6th graders. Come and stay event for students with optional session for parents.
Monday, August 4, 1pm - 4pm: Panther Preview for 7th and 8th graders. Come and go.
Walk your schedules, pick up pre-ordered school supplies and spirit wear, get your ID.
Thursday, August 7, 5pm - 7pm: Panther Family Picnic. See your friends, walk your schedule, enjoy some food
Tuesday, August 12 - First Day of School!
All PTA accounts become inactive on June 30th every year. Upon visiting our website home page after July 1, you will be prompted to update your parent and student information each year. Please click HERE and become a CURRENT contact to keep receiving our e-Newsletter. Please do this ASAP so you don't miss any back to school news and updates from us!
HERE is the school supplies list for those who are purchasing their own school supplies.
Those who ordered school supply packs can pick them up during Cub Camp/Panther Preview on Monday, August 4th.
Join the Award-Winning SMS PTA for 2025-2026!
Memberships start at less than $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. By joining the PTA, you benefit your child by supporting your school! Your membership dollars pay for many things that school funding doesn't cover!
How PTA supports Schimelpfenig MS
Panther Preview
Panther Pride Back-To-School Celebration
Spirit Nights
Classroom Resources
Campus Enhancement
8th Grade Celebration
Teacher Appreciation Days
Spring/Fall Social
Guest Speakers
School Supplies for students in need
Summer break is here!
All students need to come to school with the following items
on Friday, May 23rd:
Chromebook with Case and Chromebook Charger
Yearbooks and a pen/marker (6th & 7th grade only)
Backpacks will NOT be allowed on the last day of school
Remember to pick up your students early! They will be dismissed from school at 12:40pm.
It's time to order your spirit wear for the fall! New designs for t-shirts, long sleeve t-shirts, and hoodies. Order now to guarantee your size for pick up on August 4th during Cub Camp/Panther Preview.
Also, you can join SMS PTA for 2025-26 now.
Schimelpfenig parents, get everything your child needs hassle-free WHILE spending less than at retail stores - we locked in the lowest price months ago!
Order here: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.
Why spend more when you don't have to? Order today! Supplies are packaged and delivered directly to SMS. A fraction of all sales goes towards the SMS PTA Thank you for your support!
Thank you for your support!
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!
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.
