Good news! The library at Shepherd will begin getting a needed refresh. The floor will be replaced on Saturday and we need some volunteers on Thursday (11/3) after school to help take the books off of the shelves. If you are able to lend a hand let Amy Zettle amy.zettle@gmail.com know. More opportunities to come!

The PTO Board wants to hear from you!  We're looking for feedback on how to prioritize and address our goals for the year and want to know what is most important to our community.  At your convenience, please take a few minutes to complete this quick survey that will help inform our 2022-2023 planning.

We are excited to announce that 4^th grade will be piloting the IB Ambassadors Student Government Program this school year. This is an opportunity for students to develop leadership skills and make an impact on their local and global communities.  Students will have the opportunity to participate in action projects throughout the school year. 

The students have just finished writing cards for a local nursing home. Next, they will write letters of appreciation for Veteran's Day! We are excited about this program because of the opportunities it provides for student voice, choice, and ownership! 

Shepherd Mustangs will be celebrating International Ed Week! We have a variety of activities planned throughout the week of November 14th-18th. 

• 2nd/3rd graders will learn about the different ways students get to school around the world.
• 4th/5th graders will learn about what it is like to live and study abroad in another country!

There will also be lots of connections made in Related Arts throughout the week! 

Our next virtual all-school meeting will be held on Friday, November 18^th from 9:00-9:45am. The theme is American Indian and Alaskan Native Heritage Month and will be hosted by the All-School Committee. We hope that you can join here! 

On November 4th, Classic Photography will be at Shepherd Elementary for fall pictures.  Students and staff will have the opportunity to receive their annual school portraits.  Look in your child's backpack for flyers and information for signing up.  

Only 7 slots remain for November 5th and 6th! 

Join Shepherd PTO to raise money for Shepherd and have beautiful family photos ready for your holiday cards and gifts! 

We are partnering once again with the AMAZING Katie Jett Walls for morning and afternoon mini-sessions on November 5th and November 6th.  

Morning sessions will be held at the Woodend Audubon Sanctuary, and afternoon sessions at the Meadows at Meadowbrook Stables.

Each 10-minute session will be $50 and all proceeds directly benefit Shepherd Elementary’s PTO.   

Please sign up for a session here.  After signing up, please visit the Shepherd PTO PayPal Account to pay for your session.  

Can't wait to see our gorgeous Shepherd families for the photo sessions!

(Photo courtesy of Katie Jett Walls)

Kindergarten Families: Please mark your calendars for a "Conversations with Principal Russell" on Tuesday November 15th at 8:45 am.  It's a great opportunity to chat with Principal Russell and get to know other Kindergarten families.

The PTO Board is asking the community if any families would be able to donate an iPad or similar tablet device.  This device would be used to ensure quicker and more efficient onsite sales for events, gear, and spirit wear. If you have a device that you think would fit our need, please email info@shepherd-elementary.org. Thank you!

Congratulations to Mr. Reginald Smith as our October TAP winner!

The Teacher Appreciation Program, or TAP, gives parents an opportunity to recognize a teacher at Shepherd for their great work and dedication. TAP invites parents to write a letter of appreciation recognizing a teacher who has been especially helpful or admirable in the classroom. 

Once a month, a special teacher will be selected from the nominations to receive a Wishlist fund bonus.  The recognition letters will also be shared with the selected teacher and school community.

TAP a teacher today by submitting a nomination here.

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