SMS Announcements
Girls Basketball against Clare
7th grade won 46-8
8th grade lost 22-33
Come see the High School Theatre Class’s fall production of The House of Thrills and Chills! This spooky comedy takes you inside the aftermath of a haunted house where you’ll have to decide for yourself... are monsters, ghosts, and goblins [gulp] real? The performance is tomorrow at 7:00pm in the auditorium. open seating with a $5 suggested donation. You could donate $10 or $1, it doesn't matter, we just want you there!
Cooperation means working together, even when we have different perspectives. Being a R.E.A.L. Bluejay means showing respect by listening to others’ ideas and staying engaged, even when you don’t agree. Together, we can accomplish more when we value everyone’s voice and find common ground
BlueJays we have our veteran’s Day Assembly today. Remember to be R.E.A.L.— Respectful, Engaged, Accountable, and Leaders during the program.
Respectful — Show honor to our veterans and presenters by sitting quietly, listening, and keeping your attention forward.
Engaged — Focus on the message and reflect
Accountable — Follow directions, stay seated, and represent yourself and our school well.
Leaders — Be a role model. Set the example for how Shepherd BlueJays show gratitude and respect.
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
Girls Basketball against Clare
7th grade won 46-8
8th grade lost 22-33
Come see the High School Theatre Class’s fall production of The House of Thrills and Chills! This spooky comedy takes you inside the aftermath of a haunted house where you’ll have to decide for yourself... are monsters, ghosts, and goblins [gulp] real? The performance is tomorrow at 7:00pm in the auditorium. open seating with a $5 suggested donation. You could donate $10 or $1, it doesn't matter, we just want you there!
Cooperation means working together, even when we have different perspectives. Being a R.E.A.L. Bluejay means showing respect by listening to others’ ideas and staying engaged, even when you don’t agree. Together, we can accomplish more when we value everyone’s voice and find common ground
BlueJays we have our veteran’s Day Assembly today. Remember to be R.E.A.L.— Respectful, Engaged, Accountable, and Leaders during the program.
Respectful — Show honor to our veterans and presenters by sitting quietly, listening, and keeping your attention forward.
Engaged — Focus on the message and reflect
Accountable — Follow directions, stay seated, and represent yourself and our school well.
Leaders — Be a role model. Set the example for how Shepherd BlueJays show gratitude and respect.
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
Come join us for the Veterans day assembly on Tuesday, November 11th, at 9:00am in the Shepherd High School gymnasium.
SMS Announcements:
Next Week, Tuesday November 11th is Veteran's Day. Shepherd Middle School and High School will be putting on our annual Veteran's Day Assembly. All veterans are welcome to attend, so if you have a family member or friend you'd like to come to, please see Mr. TerBurgh in room 315 for an invitation. We hope to see your veterans there and I'll guarantee they will appreciate the invitation from you!
There is a parent/informational meeting for competitive cheer for middle school girls on Monday at 5:30 in the cafeteria. Anyone who is interested should come and get more information.
Congratulations to the Middle School Musical Cast and Crew on your performance of Kokonut Island yesterday! You all did the hardest part, performing in front of your peers, and you absolutely rocked it. With all that energy and confidence, tonight and tomorrow’s shows will be a walk in the park.
After School Reminder:Unless you have a practice, game, or another event happening right after school—or you’re under direct staff supervision—you must leave the building by 3:15 p.m. If your event starts later, you can return at the appropriate time.
Take a moment to think back on your week. What’s something you did to contribute to your team? Maybe you helped a classmate, stayed positive during group work, or encouraged a friend. Every small act of teamwork helps make our school stronger and shows what it means to be a R.E.A.L. BlueJay — Respectful, Engaged, Accountable, and a Leader.
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
Next Week, Tuesday November 11th is Veteran's Day. Shepherd Middle School and High School will be putting on our annual Veteran's Day Assembly. All veterans are welcome to attend, so if you have a family member or friend you'd like to come to, please see Mr. TerBurgh in room 315 for an invitation. We hope to see your veterans there and I'll guarantee they will appreciate the invitation from you!
There is a parent/informational meeting for competitive cheer for middle school girls on Monday at 5:30 in the cafeteria. Anyone who is interested should come and get more information.
Congratulations to the Middle School Musical Cast and Crew on your performance of Kokonut Island yesterday! You all did the hardest part, performing in front of your peers, and you absolutely rocked it. With all that energy and confidence, tonight and tomorrow’s shows will be a walk in the park.
After School Reminder:Unless you have a practice, game, or another event happening right after school—or you’re under direct staff supervision—you must leave the building by 3:15 p.m. If your event starts later, you can return at the appropriate time.
Take a moment to think back on your week. What’s something you did to contribute to your team? Maybe you helped a classmate, stayed positive during group work, or encouraged a friend. Every small act of teamwork helps make our school stronger and shows what it means to be a R.E.A.L. BlueJay — Respectful, Engaged, Accountable, and a Leader.
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
SMS Announcements
Girls basketball last night against St. Louis.
7th grade won with a score of 32-2
And 8th grade 30-22
Our Theatre classes have been busy designing their very own shoebox sets, and their creativity really shines! They will be on display outside the 8th-grade bathrooms from 11:25 to 1:00. Be sure to stop by and check out their amazing work!
After School Reminder:Unless you have a practice, game, or another event happening right after school or you’re under direct staff supervision, you must leave the building by 3:15 p.m. If your event starts later, you can return at the appropriate time.
Teamwork starts with listening and understanding. Take time today to really listen to your friends’ ideas. When we respect each other’s thoughts and work together, we show what it means to be R.E.A.L. BlueJays ; respectful, engaged, accountable, and leaders in our school community!
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
Girls basketball last night against St. Louis.
7th grade won with a score of 32-2
And 8th grade 30-22
Our Theatre classes have been busy designing their very own shoebox sets, and their creativity really shines! They will be on display outside the 8th-grade bathrooms from 11:25 to 1:00. Be sure to stop by and check out their amazing work!
After School Reminder:Unless you have a practice, game, or another event happening right after school or you’re under direct staff supervision, you must leave the building by 3:15 p.m. If your event starts later, you can return at the appropriate time.
Teamwork starts with listening and understanding. Take time today to really listen to your friends’ ideas. When we respect each other’s thoughts and work together, we show what it means to be R.E.A.L. BlueJays ; respectful, engaged, accountable, and leaders in our school community!
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
SMS Announcements
At the Middle School Regional Cross Country meet yesterday, both the boys and girls took 5th place in the large school division. All Regional honors went to Caleb Cahoon and Tavid Leonard on the boys team. Emily Johnson and Reagan Bellinger on the girls team.
On Shepherds all time top 25 best runners: Caleb Cahoon is now #2 with a time of 10:55 and Tavid Leonard is #20 with a time of 11:59. Congratulations on a great season.
Semper Fit is selling flag pins for $1. This will take place before soar and at lunch. Semper fit is selling through the 11th of November.
Your choices determine your future. Make choices today you’ll be proud of tomorrow! Real BlueJays take responsibility for their actions and set a positive example for others. Every smart, kind, and responsible choice you make helps shape the kind of future you want. Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.
But One more thing. Since Saturday night is the Battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy in East Lansing, everyone is encouraged to wear Maize and Blue tomorrow!
If you really need to, you can also wear Green. We’ll allow it.
But here’s the curveball… it’s also CMU Homecoming Weekend, so if you need to show your Maroon and Gold, that’s fair game too.
Hail and Go Blue!
At the Middle School Regional Cross Country meet yesterday, both the boys and girls took 5th place in the large school division. All Regional honors went to Caleb Cahoon and Tavid Leonard on the boys team. Emily Johnson and Reagan Bellinger on the girls team.
On Shepherds all time top 25 best runners: Caleb Cahoon is now #2 with a time of 10:55 and Tavid Leonard is #20 with a time of 11:59. Congratulations on a great season.
Semper Fit is selling flag pins for $1. This will take place before soar and at lunch. Semper fit is selling through the 11th of November.
Your choices determine your future. Make choices today you’ll be proud of tomorrow! Real BlueJays take responsibility for their actions and set a positive example for others. Every smart, kind, and responsible choice you make helps shape the kind of future you want. Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.
But One more thing. Since Saturday night is the Battle for the Paul Bunyan Trophy in East Lansing, everyone is encouraged to wear Maize and Blue tomorrow!
If you really need to, you can also wear Green. We’ll allow it.
But here’s the curveball… it’s also CMU Homecoming Weekend, so if you need to show your Maroon and Gold, that’s fair game too.
Hail and Go Blue!
SMS Announcements
Cross Country from yesterday. Both the boys and girls teams earned 2nd place in the Jack Pine Conference.
Caleb Cahoon was the Conference champion. Tavid Leonard, Will Robb, Emily Johnson, and Reagan Bellinger earned 2nd Team all conference honors.
All 7th and 8th grade girls interested in basketball and any middle school students interested in wrestling—please sign up in Final Forms and make sure you have a current physical on file.
Girls Basketball practice starts Monday, Oct. 20 from 3:15–5:15 in the Middle School Gym.
Official Practice for Wrestling starts next Monday, October 20th, after school in the elementary gym. Come be a part of a great tradition.
Picture retake day will be Tuesday, Oct 21, 2025
Self-direction involves persistence — if something gets tough, keep trying instead of giving up. Every challenge is a chance to grow stronger and more confident in yourself. When you push through and stay focused, you’re showing Engagement and Leadership, two important parts of being R.E.A.L. Keep going — you’ve got this!
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.”
Girls Youth Basketball sign up is open. Sign up forms are in the office.
Make up / retake day is Tuesday, October 21, 2025 .
Youth boys basketball registration is now open for grades 3-6!
Any middle school athletes interested in doing wrestling this season, there will be a meeting at lunch on Thursday in the Media Center. Please get your lunch and go immediately to the media center as the meeting will only be during your lunch time. Looking forward to another great wrestling season
A reminder that Middle School Conferences will be held tomorrow, Thursday, October 9, from 8–11 AM and 12–3 PM. Conferences will take place in teachers’ classrooms and are a great opportunity to check in on your child’s progress and learning. There is no school for students on Thursday or Friday. The Middle School office will remain open until 3 PM on Thursday and until Noon on Friday.
During conferences, please take a moment to visit our Lost and Found table. We have collected a large number of sweatshirts, water bottles, and lunchboxes waiting to be claimed.
School pictures have also arrived. You may pick them up in the office during conferences. Any remaining pictures will be sent home with students next week.
During conferences, please take a moment to visit our Lost and Found table. We have collected a large number of sweatshirts, water bottles, and lunchboxes waiting to be claimed.
School pictures have also arrived. You may pick them up in the office during conferences. Any remaining pictures will be sent home with students next week.
SMS Announcements
XC Results
At the Pumpkin Patch Invitational
Shepherd boys won the meet of schools
Girls came in 3rd.
Award winners for the boys were Caleb Cahoon, Tavid Leonard, Carter Watson, Will Robb, Wyatt WonseyWilson, and Chase Onstott.
Award winners for the girls were Emily Johnson, Reagan Bellinger, Grace Bennett, Sadie Cottle, Brooklyn Nethers, and Ellie Davis.
Volleyball Results Against Standish
8th grade volleyball results against Standish last night.
A team lost the match with scores of 15-25, 25-20 and 8-15.
B team lost the match with scores of 25-27, 25-23 and 7-15.
7th Grade
B team lost the match 25-20, 19-25, 12-15
A team won the match 25-20, 17-25, 16-14
All 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing middle school basketball this year OR any middle school student interested in participating in middle school wrestling this year please make sure you sign up in final forms and have a current physical on file.
Wrestling Practices start Monday October 20th in the Elementary Gym from 3:15-5:30pm.
Girls Basketball Practices start Monday October 20th from 3:15-5:15pm in the Middle School Gym.
XC Results
At the Pumpkin Patch Invitational
Shepherd boys won the meet of schools
Girls came in 3rd.
Award winners for the boys were Caleb Cahoon, Tavid Leonard, Carter Watson, Will Robb, Wyatt WonseyWilson, and Chase Onstott.
Award winners for the girls were Emily Johnson, Reagan Bellinger, Grace Bennett, Sadie Cottle, Brooklyn Nethers, and Ellie Davis.
Volleyball Results Against Standish
8th grade volleyball results against Standish last night.
A team lost the match with scores of 15-25, 25-20 and 8-15.
B team lost the match with scores of 25-27, 25-23 and 7-15.
7th Grade
B team lost the match 25-20, 19-25, 12-15
A team won the match 25-20, 17-25, 16-14
All 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing middle school basketball this year OR any middle school student interested in participating in middle school wrestling this year please make sure you sign up in final forms and have a current physical on file.
Wrestling Practices start Monday October 20th in the Elementary Gym from 3:15-5:30pm.
Girls Basketball Practices start Monday October 20th from 3:15-5:15pm in the Middle School Gym.
Do you have a veteran you would like to honor? Let us know!
SMS Announcements:
All 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing middle school basketball this year OR any middle school student interested in participating in middle school wrestling this year please make sure you sign up in final forms and have a current physical on file.
Wrestling Practices start Monday October 20th in the Elementary Gym from 3:15-5:30pm.
Girls Basketball Practices start Monday October 20th from 3:15-5:15pm in the Middle School Gym.
This week we’re focusing on self-direction; setting goals, managing ourselves, and following through without needing someone else to tell us what to do. When you show self-direction, you’re being Accountable , taking responsibility for your own actions and choices and Engaged, because you’re staying focused and following through. Whether you’re in the hallway, the cafeteria, or class, remember: being R.E.A.L. means owning your success.
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.
All 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing middle school basketball this year OR any middle school student interested in participating in middle school wrestling this year please make sure you sign up in final forms and have a current physical on file.
Wrestling Practices start Monday October 20th in the Elementary Gym from 3:15-5:30pm.
Girls Basketball Practices start Monday October 20th from 3:15-5:15pm in the Middle School Gym.
This week we’re focusing on self-direction; setting goals, managing ourselves, and following through without needing someone else to tell us what to do. When you show self-direction, you’re being Accountable , taking responsibility for your own actions and choices and Engaged, because you’re staying focused and following through. Whether you’re in the hallway, the cafeteria, or class, remember: being R.E.A.L. means owning your success.
Be R.E.A.L. every day. And always know, we’re glad you’re here.
