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Greetings,
Happy MLK Day panther community! I hope everyone who has a 3-day weekend is enjoying the time off! We are excited to welcome everyone back tomorrow.
While it is nice to have a day off of school or work, it's really remarkable the impact that Martin Luther King Jr. had on our society. His leadership and courage created the Civil Rights Movement that dismantled legalized segregation in public spaces, workplaces and schools. His focus on educational opportunities and policy paved the way for students of all races to thrive and be successful in school and the workplace. Today is about honoring him and the impact he has had on our country and the world the past 50 years.
Although we have a shorter four day week ahead, there are many events and activities on the horizon. We hope all of our 8th grade families can make it out to the PHS Course Fair/8th Grade Parent Night this coming Thursday, Jan. 22nd. This event is at Pflugerville High School and starts at 6 pm. This is a critical time for 8th grade students to plan ahead, ask questions and be proactive with the transition process. This past Friday, the students were presented with information about the PHS Early College HS and it was great to see so many students asking very relevant and important questions. I will include more information about the Early College HS below in this post.
We are excited to host our 3rd annual multicultural fair in Spring and would love for any local business owners to partner with us as a vendor. Please reach out to Valorie Salcido if you are interested or have questions!
Here is some new information about our Panther Yearbook and the rest of the items in this week's blog post!
Panther Yearbooks For Sale!!:
We don't want anyone to miss out on getting their yearbook this year. Prices will begin to increase soon and are still at $35. Secure your panther yearbook below by February 20th!!
Panther and Lady Panther Basketball this Week!!
Next week the Panthers and Lady Panthers compete against PCMS in the last game of the regular season. The schedule has changed. Please see below for the schedule.
1/21/26
8th Grade Boys and Girls play at PHS
B Teams in the Small Gym - Boys @ 5:30 PM, Girls @ 6:30 PM
A Teams in Big Gym - Girls @ 5:30PM, Boys @ 6:30PM
1/22/26
7th Grade Boys at HOME (B Team- 5:30 PM, A Team- 6:30 PM)
7th Grade Girls @ PCMS (B Team- 5:30 PM, A Team - 6:30 PM)
Lady Panther Soccer Tryouts:
7th and 8th-grade girls' soccer tryouts will be on March 5 & 6 (Thurs and Friday) from 3:45-5:00. We will practice on March 11 & 12th, the same time.
8th Grade Invasion (Student HS Visit) and PHS 8th Grade Parent Night - January 22nd, 2026:
8th grade students will be visiting Pflugerville High School on Thursday, January 22nd. Students will spend most of the day there, eat lunch and learn about various programs and pathways. They will also become familiar with the layout of the campus and meet important staff members on campus as well.
Later that evening, parents and students have the opportunity to attend the PHS parent night to learn about course offerings, programming and important information to support a successful student transition to the high school.
PHS Early College High School - Applications Due by February 28th:
When we think about the 3 E's, the Early College HS supports not only enrollment in post-secondary education, but also employment as students can look at areas to earn a certification on an accelerated path through dual credit and other options. Last year, we had close to 50 students apply, interview and be accepted into the Early College HS at PHS. The link below has specific information about the program, process and a link to complete the application. For direct contact and questions, you can reach out Luc Tran @ luc.tran@pfisd.net (Asst. Principal) or Geminesse Scott @ geminesse.scott@pfisd.net (Counselor).
Early College HS Information: https://www.pfisd.net/our-schools/special-programs/early-college-high-school
Counselor Class Visits and Choice Sheets:
Students will begin choosing classes for next school year over the next couple weeks. Counselors will go into Science classes to talk about class choices for the 26-27 school year and give student's thier choice sheets. I will communicate due dates for 7th and 8th grade choice sheets next week. This is always a quick turnaround in order for each choice sheet to be inputted into skyward. The classes students choose have a major impact on our master schedule which begins in late February, early March.
Rising 7th Graders will recieve choice sheets 01/20 & 01/21
Rising 8th Graders will recieve choice sheets 1/22 & 1/23
Please look over choice sheets with your students so they are choosing the right classes for them.
UIL Academic Meet - February 7th @ Pflugerville MS:
We are excited to host the upcoming UIL meet on our campus. Parents, we would love to have additional volunteers to help with preparations to get the school ready prior to the event. This is big undertaking and it will take a village to get everything ready to go. Please reach out to Mrs. Caldwell for questions and opportunities to help @ virginia.caldwell@pfisd.net.
The UIL District Meet is Saturday, February 7th from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM at Pflugerville Middle School. Contestants should arrive by 8:30 AM and report to the assigned area in the cafeteria.
All contestants should still be attending practices and preparing for the District Meet. If you are unsure of practice times, or if you will be competing in the District Meet, reach out to your coach(es)!
If you have questions regarding UIL, please reach out to Mrs. Caldwell, PMS UIL Coordinator, via email, virginia.caldwell@pfisd.net. We will be sending more information next week! Thanks!!
Join the 3rd Annual No Place for Hate Multicultural Fair:
Celebrate Unity and Health - Join the 3rd Annual No Place for Hate Multicultural Fair!
Mark your calendars! You are invited to a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and well-being at the 3rd Annual No Place for Hate Multicultural Fair!
Join us on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at Pflugerville Middle School.
Get ready for a fantastic afternoon filled with delicious eats, unique crafts, and family fun. We'll have a variety of food trucks and booths offering everything from BBQ to tacos and sweets, alongside beautiful art and craft items from local vendors.
Focus on Health and Community Wellness
This year, we are excited to integrate a focus on health and wellness, recognizing that it is an important part of a healthy community! The day will feature engaging, active activities for the whole family. Our student athletes will be present, leading fun, interactive games and activities for the kids!
Entry to the event is completely free; donations for the No Place for Hate coalition will be accepted (cash and online options available).
How to Get Involved (We Need You!)
We can't make this event a success without our wonderful community!
📣 Volunteer Request
We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help with various tasks on the day of the fair. If you are interested in lending a hand and supporting the No Place for Hate coalition, please contact Mrs. Salcido and Ms. Sansom to sign up!
📢 Vendor RSVP
If you are a food truck, food vendor, or an art/craft vendor planning to attend, please RSVP as soon as possible. We need to get an accurate count of all participating vendors to finalize the fair layout and ensure a smooth event for everyone. Vendors may accept cash, and online payments will also be accepted at most booths.
Contact Information
Please direct all questions, volunteer sign-ups, and vendor RSVPs to Mrs. Salcido at valorie.salcido@pfisd.net. Athletic volunteers, contact Ms. Sansom at tamara.sansom@pfisd.net. We look forward to seeing you there!
Science Fair Updates:
Advanced Science Students – Upcoming Greater Austin Regional Science and Engineering Fair (GARSEF) Milestones
- Fri 1/16: Abstracts
- Student deadline to upload final Abstract and complete Additional Information (Files/Forms)
- Tue 2/3: Virtual Boards
- Draft Virtual Boards due in Canvas (Teacher Review)
- Fri 2/6: Final Submission to GARSEF (Judges Review - this is all they see)
- Upload PDFs of Virtual Board, Abstract and Research Plan
- Link to online virtual board (Teachers will add the link)
- Respond to remaining questions about your research
- Mon 2/16: Physical Tri-Fold Board due to Teachers (match Virtual Board)
- Wed 2/18: Teachers check in Tri-Fold Boards at GARSEF
- Thu 2/19: GARSEF Judging/Field Trip 11:30 am - 9:30 pm
Not all Science Fair projects will be participating in GARSEF. Students who have met the GARSEF deadlines and expectations will be receiving information about the field trip travel arrangements soon!
New Student ID Purchases - Use the QR Code:
Panther Cheerleading Tryouts:
Parent Corner from the Panther Instructional Coaches:
🔢 Did you know… students who regularly play strategy games like chess, Uno, or dominoes are also building logical reasoning skills used in math?
National Junior Honors Society Updates:
Happy 2026. We had our first meeting of the year in Mrs. Salcido’s room this past Tuesday. Don’t worry if you missed it. We will have another Jan 26th in A105. These meetings will be about how we can support our community through the Multicultural Fair. See you there!
Senate Bill 12 - Student Consent Forms Needed:
Parents, if you have not completed the new consent forms to allow the campus to provide instruction and services in the areas listed below, please complete these when you can. The 89th legislative session established this bill and it requires guardian consent for student participation. Thank you!
Dear Parents and Guardians:
Our records show that you have not logged into Skyward and completed one or more of your students' consent forms. It is very important that we have these permissions on file as soon as possible to comply with state law and to ensure your child can receive the services and instruction they may need. Please log in to Skyward as soon as possible and complete any outstanding forms.
As a reminder, during the 89th Texas Legislative Session, Senate Bill 12 (SB 12) was passed, which requires school districts to obtain written parental consent before providing specific instruction and services. PfISD must have your consent in the following areas:
- Mental Health Related Services
- Physical Health-Related Services
- Participation in School-Sponsored Clubs
- Instruction on Abuse, Trafficking, and Violence
- Human Sexuality Instruction (Grades 4–12 only)
Your students’ required forms can be found in the Skyward Parent Portal. To complete them, log in and select each of the tiles. Please remember that parents must complete forms for each child in the district.
When reviewing the forms, please note that clicking “Yes” to an option means you are giving permission for the district to provide that specific service, treatment, or instruction.
If you need to view the forms in another language, right-click in the middle of the page, choose “Translate to ,” and then use the three-dot menu to “Choose another language” if needed.
For more information about SB 12, please visit the Texas Legislature’s website: https://capitol.texas.gov.
Thank you for your partnership and for completing these forms promptly to ensure we comply with state law and are prepared to support your child.
Sincerely,
PfISD Health Services
PfISD Guidance and Counseling
PfISD Office of School Leadership
Estimados padres y tutores:
Según nuestros registros, no han iniciado sesión en Skyward ni han completado uno o varios formularios de consentimiento de sus alumnos. Es muy importante que tengamos estos permisos archivados lo antes posible para cumplir con la legislación estatal y garantizar que sus hijos puedan recibir los servicios y la enseñanza que puedan necesitar. Inicien sesión en Skyward lo antes posible y completen los formularios pendientes.
Les recordamos que, durante la 89.ª sesión legislativa de Texas, se aprobó el proyecto de ley del Senado 12 (SB 12), que exige a los distritos escolares obtener el consentimiento por escrito de los padres antes de proporcionar instrucción y servicios específicos. PfISD debe contar con su consentimiento en las siguientes áreas:
- Servicios relacionados con la salud mental.
- Servicios relacionados con la salud física.
- Participación en clubes patrocinados por la escuela.
- Instrucción sobre abuso, tráfico y violencia.
- Instrucción sobre sexualidad humana (solo grados 4-12)
Los formularios requeridos para sus estudiantes se pueden encontrar en el Portal para padres de Skyward. Para completarlos, inicie sesión y seleccione cada uno de los mosaicos. Recuerde que los padres deben completar los formularios para cada niño en el distrito.
Al revisar los formularios, tenga en cuenta que hacer clic en «Sí» en una opción significa que está dando permiso al distrito para proporcionar ese servicio, tratamiento o instrucción específicos.
Si necesita ver los formularios en otro idioma, haga clic con el botón derecho del ratón en el centro de la página, seleccione «Traducir a » y, a continuación, utilice el menú de tres puntos para «Elegir otro idioma» si es necesario.
Para obtener más información sobre la SB 12, visite el sitio web de la Legislatura de Texas: https://capitol.texas.gov.
Gracias por su colaboración y por completar estos formularios con prontitud para garantizar que cumplimos con la ley estatal y estamos preparados para apoyar a su hijo.
Atentamente,
Servicios de salud de PfISD
Orientación y asesoramiento de PfISD
Oficina de liderazgo escolar de PfISD
Kính gửi Quý Phụ huynh và Người giám hộ,
Theo hồ sơ của chúng tôi, Quý vị chưa đăng nhập vào Skyward và hoàn thành một hoặc nhiều mẫu đơn đồng ý của học sinh. Việc có các giấy phép này trong hồ sơ là rất quan trọng để tuân thủ luật pháp của bang và đảm bảo con quý vị có thể nhận được các dịch vụ và hướng dẫn mà con có thể cần. Xin vui lòng đăng nhập vào Skyward càng sớm càng tốt và hoàn thành các mẫu đơn còn thiếu.
Như một lời nhắc nhở, trong Kỳ họp thứ 89 của Quốc hội Texas, Dự luật Thượng viện 12 (SB 12) đã được thông qua, yêu cầu các khu học chánh phải có sự đồng ý bằng văn bản của phụ huynh trước khi cung cấp các dịch vụ và hướng dẫn cụ thể. PfISD phải có sự đồng ý của quý vị trong các lĩnh vực sau:
- Dịch vụ liên quan đến sức khỏe tâm thần
- Dịch vụ liên quan đến sức khỏe thể chất
- Tham gia các câu lạc bộ do trường tổ chức
- Hướng dẫn về lạm dụng, buôn bán và bạo lực
- Giáo dục về Tính dục Con người (chỉ áp dụng cho học sinh lớp 4–12)
Các biểu mẫu bắt buộc cho học sinh của quý vị có thể được tìm thấy trong Cổng thông tin Phụ huynh Skyward. Để hoàn thành chúng, vui lòng đăng nhập và chọn từng ô tương ứng. Xin lưu ý rằng phụ huynh phải hoàn thành biểu mẫu cho từng con trong khu vực học chánh.
Khi xem xét các biểu mẫu, xin lưu ý rằng việc nhấp vào “Có” cho một tùy chọn có nghĩa là quý vị đang cho phép khu vực học chánh cung cấp dịch vụ, điều trị hoặc hướng dẫn cụ thể đó.
Nếu cần xem các biểu mẫu bằng ngôn ngữ khác, hãy nhấp chuột phải vào giữa trang, chọn “Dịch sang <ngôn ngữ>”, sau đó sử dụng menu ba chấm để “Chọn ngôn ngữ khác” nếu cần.
Để biết thêm thông tin về SB 12, vui lòng truy cập trang web của Quốc hội Texas: https://capitol.texas.gov.
Cảm ơn sự hợp tác của quý vị và việc hoàn thành các biểu mẫu này kịp thời để đảm bảo chúng tôi tuân thủ luật pháp bang và sẵn sàng hỗ trợ con quý vị.
Thân mến,
PfISD Dịch vụ Y tế
PfISD Tư vấn Hướng nghiệp
PfISD Văn phòng Lãnh đạo Trường học
Panther Band Updates:
The next edition of our Panther Notes is available now! There are MANY updates, so please read this carefully! Panther Band Notes 1_12_2025-1_16_2025.pdf
Next Panther Pep Rally (Black History Month Kickoff) - January 30th:
We are excited for students and staff to show their panther pride/spirit at our next pep rally! Our awesome student activities/celebrations committee has been hard at work planning to create a fun and engaging atmosphere! Which grade level will win the spirit stick???
5th Grade Showcase/Visit - February 5th:
The 5th graders from Timmerman, Caldwell, Spring Hill and Windermere will be visiting campus to learn more about our electives, campus systems and building layout on Feb. 5th. This is a great opportunity for students to learn about Pflugerville Middle School and meet our amazing staff members.
5th Grade Parent Night - February 10th @ 6 pm in the PMS Cafeteria:
We will welcome 5th grade families to come and learn more about what to expect in middle school.
During this evening, families will:
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Learn about the middle school daily schedule, core classes, and elective options so you know what a typical day will look like for their student.
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Hear about academic expectations, homework routines, and how organization and independence begin to increase in 6th grade.
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Explore supports for students, including counseling, extracurricular activities, and ways the school partners with families to build a strong sense of belonging.
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Receive practical tips for helping your child manage responsibility, stay on top of assignments, and navigate the social and emotional changes of middle school.
Panther Library Updates:
8th Grade Class Fundraiser:
Our Snap!Raise fundraiser kicked off on Monday, 1/12/26. Please ask your 8th grader to login to the app and let you take a look at the information they’ve added. They should have added 20 phone numbers and 20 emails (these need to be emails of friends and family, not other students). If they need help, or have not yet created their account, please tell them to see Mrs. Caldwell (D116) for help with getting their account set up in the fundraiser platform.
We need each 8th grader to participate as all of the funds raised will go toward helping pay for the 8th Grade End-of-Year Trip and the 8th Grade Formal. The more money we raise, the more we will be able to cover for the trip and the more opportunity we have to create a memorable formal for our students!
If you have questions regarding the fundraiser, please reach out to Ms. Mendoza, 8th Grade Assistant Principal, or Mrs. Caldwell, 8th Grade Math Teacher and Grade Level Chair via email at virginia.caldwell@pfisd.net.
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Please reach out this week with any needs or questions. This is by far the busiest time of year, so please don't hesitate to contact us and stay tuned for more information next week.
Thanks,
Philip Clayton
Principal
Pflugerville Middle School
(512) 594-2011 (direct line)
Greetings Panther Community,
As we kick off the second semester, there are some important updates to take note of. If you are a parent of an 8th grade student, the Pflugerville HS Course Fair and 8th grade Parent Night will take place on January 22nd starting at 6 pm. This is the same day that 8th grade students will be visiting the high school as well for 8th grade invasion. The flyer for this event is below along with our other updates.
Parents, Nurse Nations and I need your help with the new consent forms brought about by new legislation. Although the district has sent out information and requests for guardians to complete this, I am reposting below. If you have questions about Senate Bill 12, there is a link in the communication below as well. Thank you!
Here are our updates for this week:
8th Grade Invasion (Student HS Visit) and PHS 8th Grade Parent Night - January 22nd, 2026:
8th grade students will be visiting Pflugerville High School on Thursday, January 22nd. Students will spend most of the day there, eat lunch and learn about various programs and pathways. They will also become familiar with the layout of the campus and meet important staff members on campus as well.
Later that evening, parents and students have the opportunity to attend the PHS parent night to learn about course offerings, programming and important information to support a successful student transition to the high school.
PTO Meeting this Tuesday, January 13th @ 5 - 6 pm:
Come out and join us for our first PTO meeting of 2026. We would love to welcome new parents, family members and staff to join our team.
- 8th grade parents - help with End of Year Trip planning, fundraising, or to contribute donations please reach out to Tiffany Vargas tiffanykvargas@yahoo.com or Jennifer Fry nej0972@yahoo.com Every bit of help makes a difference and brings our 8th grade students closer to an amazing trip.
- Join our PTO BAND APP to Stay Connected!!!!
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https://band.us/band/95596968/post/160
https://band.us/band/95596968/post/160
Join the 3rd Annual No Place for Hate Multicultural Fair:
Celebrate Unity and Health - Join the 3rd Annual No Place for Hate Multicultural Fair!
Mark your calendars! You are invited to a vibrant celebration of culture, community, and well-being at the 3rd Annual No Place for Hate Multicultural Fair!
Join us on Saturday, March 28, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, at Pflugerville Middle School.
Get ready for a fantastic afternoon filled with delicious eats, unique crafts, and family fun. We'll have a variety of food trucks and booths offering everything from BBQ to tacos and sweets, alongside beautiful art and craft items from local vendors.
Focus on Health and Community Wellness
This year, we are excited to integrate a focus on health and wellness, recognizing that it is an important part of a healthy community! The day will feature engaging, active activities for the whole family. Our student athletes will be present, leading fun, interactive games and activities for the kids!
Entry to the event is completely free; donations for the No Place for Hate coalition will be accepted (cash and online options available).
How to Get Involved (We Need You!)
We can't make this event a success without our wonderful community!
📣 Volunteer Request
We are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help with various tasks on the day of the fair. If you are interested in lending a hand and supporting the No Place for Hate coalition, please contact Mrs. Salcido and Ms. Sansom to sign up!
📢 Vendor RSVP
If you are a food truck, food vendor, or an art/craft vendor planning to attend, please RSVP as soon as possible. We need to get an accurate count of all participating vendors to finalize the fair layout and ensure a smooth event for everyone. Vendors may accept cash, and online payments will also be accepted at most booths.
Contact Information
Please direct all questions, volunteer sign-ups, and vendor RSVPs to Mrs. Salcido at valorie.salcido@pfisd.net. Athletic volunteers, contact Ms. Sansom at tamara.sansom@pfisd.net. We look forward to seeing you there!
New Student ID Purchases - Use the QR Code:
Senate Bill 12 - Student Consent Forms Needed:
Parents, if you have not completed the new consent forms to allow the campus to provide instruction and services in the areas listed below, please complete these when you can. The 89th legislative session established this bill and it requires guardian consent for student participation. Thank you!
Dear Parents and Guardians:
Our records show that you have not logged into Skyward and completed one or more of your students' consent forms. It is very important that we have these permissions on file as soon as possible to comply with state law and to ensure your child can receive the services and instruction they may need. Please log in to Skyward as soon as possible and complete any outstanding forms.
As a reminder, during the 89th Texas Legislative Session, Senate Bill 12 (SB 12) was passed, which requires school districts to obtain written parental consent before providing specific instruction and services. PfISD must have your consent in the following areas:
- Mental Health Related Services
- Physical Health-Related Services
- Participation in School-Sponsored Clubs
- Instruction on Abuse, Trafficking, and Violence
- Human Sexuality Instruction (Grades 4–12 only)
Your students’ required forms can be found in the Skyward Parent Portal. To complete them, log in and select each of the tiles. Please remember that parents must complete forms for each child in the district.
When reviewing the forms, please note that clicking “Yes” to an option means you are giving permission for the district to provide that specific service, treatment, or instruction.
If you need to view the forms in another language, right-click in the middle of the page, choose “Translate to ,” and then use the three-dot menu to “Choose another language” if needed.
For more information about SB 12, please visit the Texas Legislature’s website: https://capitol.texas.gov.
Thank you for your partnership and for completing these forms promptly to ensure we comply with state law and are prepared to support your child.
Sincerely,
PfISD Health Services
PfISD Guidance and Counseling
PfISD Office of School Leadership
Estimados padres y tutores:
Según nuestros registros, no han iniciado sesión en Skyward ni han completado uno o varios formularios de consentimiento de sus alumnos. Es muy importante que tengamos estos permisos archivados lo antes posible para cumplir con la legislación estatal y garantizar que sus hijos puedan recibir los servicios y la enseñanza que puedan necesitar. Inicien sesión en Skyward lo antes posible y completen los formularios pendientes.
Les recordamos que, durante la 89.ª sesión legislativa de Texas, se aprobó el proyecto de ley del Senado 12 (SB 12), que exige a los distritos escolares obtener el consentimiento por escrito de los padres antes de proporcionar instrucción y servicios específicos. PfISD debe contar con su consentimiento en las siguientes áreas:
- Servicios relacionados con la salud mental.
- Servicios relacionados con la salud física.
- Participación en clubes patrocinados por la escuela.
- Instrucción sobre abuso, tráfico y violencia.
- Instrucción sobre sexualidad humana (solo grados 4-12)
Los formularios requeridos para sus estudiantes se pueden encontrar en el Portal para padres de Skyward. Para completarlos, inicie sesión y seleccione cada uno de los mosaicos. Recuerde que los padres deben completar los formularios para cada niño en el distrito.
Al revisar los formularios, tenga en cuenta que hacer clic en «Sí» en una opción significa que está dando permiso al distrito para proporcionar ese servicio, tratamiento o instrucción específicos.
Si necesita ver los formularios en otro idioma, haga clic con el botón derecho del ratón en el centro de la página, seleccione «Traducir a » y, a continuación, utilice el menú de tres puntos para «Elegir otro idioma» si es necesario.
Para obtener más información sobre la SB 12, visite el sitio web de la Legislatura de Texas: https://capitol.texas.gov.
Gracias por su colaboración y por completar estos formularios con prontitud para garantizar que cumplimos con la ley estatal y estamos preparados para apoyar a su hijo.
Atentamente,
Servicios de salud de PfISD
Orientación y asesoramiento de PfISD
Oficina de liderazgo escolar de PfISD
Kính gửi Quý Phụ huynh và Người giám hộ,
Theo hồ sơ của chúng tôi, Quý vị chưa đăng nhập vào Skyward và hoàn thành một hoặc nhiều mẫu đơn đồng ý của học sinh. Việc có các giấy phép này trong hồ sơ là rất quan trọng để tuân thủ luật pháp của bang và đảm bảo con quý vị có thể nhận được các dịch vụ và hướng dẫn mà con có thể cần. Xin vui lòng đăng nhập vào Skyward càng sớm càng tốt và hoàn thành các mẫu đơn còn thiếu.
Như một lời nhắc nhở, trong Kỳ họp thứ 89 của Quốc hội Texas, Dự luật Thượng viện 12 (SB 12) đã được thông qua, yêu cầu các khu học chánh phải có sự đồng ý bằng văn bản của phụ huynh trước khi cung cấp các dịch vụ và hướng dẫn cụ thể. PfISD phải có sự đồng ý của quý vị trong các lĩnh vực sau:
- Dịch vụ liên quan đến sức khỏe tâm thần
- Dịch vụ liên quan đến sức khỏe thể chất
- Tham gia các câu lạc bộ do trường tổ chức
- Hướng dẫn về lạm dụng, buôn bán và bạo lực
- Giáo dục về Tính dục Con người (chỉ áp dụng cho học sinh lớp 4–12)
Các biểu mẫu bắt buộc cho học sinh của quý vị có thể được tìm thấy trong Cổng thông tin Phụ huynh Skyward. Để hoàn thành chúng, vui lòng đăng nhập và chọn từng ô tương ứng. Xin lưu ý rằng phụ huynh phải hoàn thành biểu mẫu cho từng con trong khu vực học chánh.
Khi xem xét các biểu mẫu, xin lưu ý rằng việc nhấp vào “Có” cho một tùy chọn có nghĩa là quý vị đang cho phép khu vực học chánh cung cấp dịch vụ, điều trị hoặc hướng dẫn cụ thể đó.
Nếu cần xem các biểu mẫu bằng ngôn ngữ khác, hãy nhấp chuột phải vào giữa trang, chọn “Dịch sang <ngôn ngữ>”, sau đó sử dụng menu ba chấm để “Chọn ngôn ngữ khác” nếu cần.
Để biết thêm thông tin về SB 12, vui lòng truy cập trang web của Quốc hội Texas: https://capitol.texas.gov.
Cảm ơn sự hợp tác của quý vị và việc hoàn thành các biểu mẫu này kịp thời để đảm bảo chúng tôi tuân thủ luật pháp bang và sẵn sàng hỗ trợ con quý vị.
Thân mến,
PfISD Dịch vụ Y tế
PfISD Tư vấn Hướng nghiệp
PfISD Văn phòng Lãnh đạo Trường học
Panther Library Updates from Ms. Hornstein:
It's been great to see more and more students visit the library before and after school and during lunches this school year. This is in addition to our classroom visits as well. Here are the latest library updates!
Panther Band Updates from Mr. Hanrahan and Rodriguez:
The next edition of our Panther Notes is available now! There are MANY updates, so please read this carefully! Panther Band Notes 1_12_2025-1_16_2025.pdf
Advisory Updates:
Need to do a little spring cleaning?
We are currently accepting donations of lightly used, playable board games to be used during our No-Tech Connect Monday advisory time! Any board games still in good, playable condition can be dropped off in the front office for Mrs. Croteau to be added to our campus Board Game Library. Thank you!
🗺️ Don't Miss Out! Travel Enrollment Still Open for Boston (2026) & NYC/D.C. (2027) Trips!
Don't forget about these amazing travel opportunities for students (and you)—it's not too late to enroll for either trip! Keep in mind that the prices include EVERYTHING (flights, buses, tours, meals, shows, tips, etc.); the only money you'll need on either trip is for souvenirs.
⚾ Historic Boston Trip - June 2026
There's still time to reserve your spot for our Historic Boston trip, which includes exciting stops in Cambridge, Concord & Lexington, Plymouth, and Salem.
Enrollment Link: www.efexploreamerica.com/2960494RJ
🗽 New York City and Washington, D.C. Trip - June 2027
You can also still enroll for our trip to Washington, D.C. and New York City!
Remember, the earlier you enroll, the lower your bi-weekly or monthly payments will be. Since this trip isn't until June 2027, you can still enroll later, but enrolling sooner is always recommended for easier payments.
Enrollment Link: www.efexploreamerica.com/2988596ZB
Questions?
If you have questions about how EF works, you can visit EF’s Help Center page. For specific questions about the trips or the enrollment process, please use the contacts below:
Call EF: 888-333-9756
Chat with EF Support: www.efexploreamerica.com/contact-us
Reach out to me (Valorie).
I am so excited to travel with our students on these adventures!
Best regards,
Valorie Salcido
Buy Your Panther Yearbook Today !!!
Get your yearbook today before prices increase next semester!
https://photos.jostens.com/GBBLQT Share your students events photos here and be a part of the Yearbook!!!! Click the QR Code Below!!
Purchase Your 2025-26 Pflugerville MS Panther Yearbook:
Yearbook Recognition Advertisements for Sale Here:
For any questions or help with the yearbook process, please contact Ms. Johnson @ erika.johnson@pfisd.net.
Ms. Monge Returning This Week:
6th grade parents, Ms. Monge will be returning this week and resumes support of 6th grade students as Assistant Principal. Welcome back Ms. Monge!
Panther Choir:
Choir Family, thank you for a wonderful holiday season!
Choir students attended Conspirare Christmas: House of Love at the University of Texas – Thank you, Conspirare for providing this experience for our students!
Winter Choir Concert with Pflugerville High School: Big thank you to Mr. Bennett and the PHS team for hosting our Winter Concert. Great work, everyone!
Valentine's Dance - Friday, February 13th (5:45-8:15 pm)
We will be hosting our Valentine's dance for all students and it's about a month away. Stay tuned for more details. This dance will follow all of the same guidelines and procedures as previous dances.
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With the new semester beginning, there are bound to be many questions. Please email or call us directly with any needs this week.
Sincerely,
Philip Clayton
Principal
Pflugerville Middle School
(512) 594-2011 -Direct
(512) 594-2000 - Main Campus Line
Greetings and Happy Holidays,
As we close out the first semester, I wanted to highlight and celebrate some of our spectacular student performances last week. Our students really shined at our Band and Choir concerts, the Unipfied Dance Show and the Kickstart Belt Ceremony last week. To see the culmination of a semester's worth of hard work and skill practice is so rewarding for students, parents and our panther staff. Tremendous job panther students!!
We are very fortunate at Pflugerville MS to have such strong teachers and instructors that continue to provide high support and high expectations when working with our students. Thank you to our panther faculty and staff for pushing our students to learn and achieve great things this semester.
Parents, we are strongly encouraging students to check grades consistently and finish strong by turning in any late or missing assignments, attending tutorials and making up tests/test corrections this week. If students are hearing this message at home and at campus it will definitely increase levels of success. Thanks!
Panther PTO Family Movie Night ("Home Alone") - Tuesday at 6:30 pm (Bring your own seating!):
Panther pfamilies, our movie will start at 6:30 outside by the panther track. The votes were tallied last week and "Home Alone" was the winner! PTO will provide free hot chocolate, coffee, waters, popcorn and cookies, so bring the pfamily, chairs, blankets, etc so you can bundle up and enjoy an outdoor movie this Tuesday.
Teacher Winter Potluck – Let’s Show Our Teachers Some Love!
We’re excited to host a Winter Potluck to celebrate and thank our amazing teachers for all they do! Your donations and volunteer time will help make this event extra special.
Drop-off Deadline for Donations:
Please bring all non-perishable and store-bought items to the school by December 16th.
This gives us time to organize everything and see what we’re still missing.
Freshly Cooked Meats:
Please drop off any cooked meats on the day of the potluck December 18th to keep them warm, fresh, and ready to serve.
Donation Sign-Up Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DAAA82CA3F5C16-61179714-teacher#/
Volunteer Sign-Up Link:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DAAA82CA3F5C16-61204865-volunteers
Thank you all for helping us make this special for our teachers!
PTO Updates:
- 8th grade parents - help with End of Year Trip planning, fundraising, or to contribute donations please reach out to Tiffany Vargas tiffanykvargas@yahoo.com or Jennifer Fry nej0972@yahoo.com Every bit of help makes a difference and brings our 8th grade students closer to an amazing trip.
- Join our PTO BAND APP to Stay Connected!!!!
https://band.us/band/95596968/post/160
Book Fair Closes this Week on December 16th!!
Huge shout out to Mrs. Hornstein and her work in planning this awesome book fair this year. It takes a great deal of preparation, communication and coordination to make this happen. The student interest and excitement has been at a much higher level than year's past and this is all a testament to Mrs. Hornstein!
Winter Break Dates (Dec 20th - January 5th):
Students will return on Tuesday, January 6th to start the second semester. Teachers and staff will return on Monday, January 5th, for campus professional development. Parents, the front office and building will be open if you need anything before students return the following day.
This Friday (12/19) - Early Release @ 12:45 pm:
This is our last week before the Winter Holiday break. We will start our staggered release/student dismissal at 12:45 pm. Here is the schedule:
3rd Annual Multicultural Fair - March 28th
We are so excited to welcome the panther community to our No Place for Hate Multicultural Fair in late March. Our student leadership groups will be helping Mrs. Salcido and the NPFH coalition plan and participate in this event. This is an awesome event every year and if you own a local business and would like to participate, reserve a spot now!!! Reach out to Valorie Salcido @ valorie.salcido@pfisd.net
Practice UIL Meet Results:
The 2nd place finish at the practice UIL meet last week was a strong reflection of not only the amazing skills of our students, but the time and effort put forth by of our students and UIL coaches. This was the highest finish in my 6 year tenure at PMS and students will get another month of practice before the final meet in February.
Here are the student performance results!
Nurse and Health Information:
If your child gets the immunizations needed for 7th grade, please send a copy to the school nurse - jean.nations@pfisd.net.
Medical Consent Forms - per Summer legislation, all parents must complete the medical consent form previously sent out by district in order to provide any health care to students. If you have questions about this new law, please reach out to Nurse Nations as well. Thanks!!!
Kickstart Belt Ceremony:
Mr. Fillmore presented over 100 students with their new belt last week. Students had to demonstrate determination, discipline and the many other pillars required of the program to earn this achievement. Keep up the great work panthers!
Panther Counseling Update and Schedule Changes:
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Please note that counselors will not be making schedule changes at this time unless a student is:
- Switching between G.A.M.E. and C.A.R.E. (we already have the list of eligible students)
- Receiving an ARD-related schedule adjustment communicated by the case manager
- Part of a reasonable request made by the principal
Our counseling team has worked hard to ensure that all students are placed in appropriate and supportive learning environments, and even a single class change can impact a student’s entire schedule as well as the balance of other classes.
We appreciate your understanding and support as we work to maintain stability for all students.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out!
Winter Holiday Dress Up this Week:
Our Pfunshine/Hospitality committee has been doing great work this year and just sent out some themed days for this week. Get in the holiday spirit and dress up if you can this week!!
Panther PTO and Attendance Award Winners:
Our Panther PTO provided drinks and snacks to all students after lunch last week. Our 7th graders also earned a sweet treat as they had the highest attendance for the 2nd 6th weeks!! Thank you PTO!
Pathways to Careers Updates:
Our students recently participated in a hands-on Pathways field trip at the Austin Community College Highlands Campus, where they explored real-world careers connected to the 16 Programs of Study offered on our campus. Students engaged with industry professionals, toured state-of-the-art facilities, and made meaningful connections between classroom learning and future career opportunities. It was an inspiring day that broadened their understanding of post-secondary options and helped them envision the many pathways available to them. Here are some awesome pics from their experience!!
Winter Choir Concert:
Here are some great pics of our Choir students at the Winter Concert Friday night. They will also be singing on campus this week and bringing lots of holiday spirit to our campus. Thanks Ms. Martin and students!!
🗺️ Don't Miss Out! Travel Enrollment Still Open for Boston (2026) & NYC/D.C. (2027) Trips!
Don't forget about these amazing travel opportunities for students (and you)—it's not too late to enroll for either trip! Keep in mind that the prices include EVERYTHING (flights, buses, tours, meals, shows, tips, etc.); the only money you'll need on either trip is for souvenirs.
⚾ Historic Boston Trip - June 2026
There's still time to reserve your spot for our Historic Boston trip, which includes exciting stops in Cambridge, Concord & Lexington, Plymouth, and Salem.
Enrollment Link: www.efexploreamerica.com/2960494RJ
🗽 New York City and Washington, D.C. Trip - June 2027
You can also still enroll for our trip to Washington, D.C. and New York City!
Remember, the earlier you enroll, the lower your bi-weekly or monthly payments will be. Since this trip isn't until June 2027, you can still enroll later, but enrolling sooner is always recommended for easier payments.
Enrollment Link: www.efexploreamerica.com/2988596ZB
Questions?
If you have questions about how EF works, you can visit EF’s Help Center page. For specific questions about the trips or the enrollment process, please use the contacts below:
Call EF: 888-333-9756
Chat with EF Support: www.efexploreamerica.com/contact-us
Reach out to me (Valorie).
I am so excited to travel with our students on these adventures!
Best regards,
Valorie Salcido
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Have a great week ahead and please contact us at campus with any questions or needs related to your student or campus processes!
Regards,
Mr. Clayton