📰 This Week at SHMS 🐻
Our latest newsletter is ready! Take a look to see what’s coming up, important reminders, and all the happenings this week.
Let’s make it a great week, Bears! 💙🤍
1 day ago, Mike Hudgeons, Principal
🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Ms. Frakes! 🎂🎉
Join us in celebrating our amazing, Ms. Frakes! She brings creativity, hands-on learning, and real-world skills to her classroom every day. Her students love how she makes learning fun and meaningful — and we love how she brightens our halls with her positivity! 💙🐻
We hope your day is filled with laughter, love, and all your favorite things. You deserve it!
💙, Your SHMS Family
5 days ago, Janna Gibson
🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Ms. Diaz!
Help us celebrate one of the brightest smiles at SHMS! Ms. Diaz brings so much warmth, positivity, and heart to our Bear family every single day. 💙🐻
We hope your day is as amazing as you are, filled with laughter, good vibes, and maybe a little extra cake! 🍰✨
💙, Your SHMS Family
5 days ago, Janna Gibson
🎨💙 Happy Birthday to the amazingly talented Ms. Melero!
Your creativity brings color and joy to our halls every single day. Thank you for inspiring our students to see the world through an artist’s eyes and for filling SHMS with beauty, imagination, and heart. We hope your day is as bright and wonderful as the art you create!
Love,
Your SHMS Family 🐻
6 days ago, Janna Gibson
📰 This Week at SHMS 🐻
Our latest newsletter is ready! Take a look to see what’s coming up, important reminders, and all the happenings this week.
Let’s make it a great week, Bears! 💙🤍
9 days ago, Janna Gibson
A big shoutout to Mr. Withers, our awesome Assistant Principal, for taking time to speak with our G.O.A.L.S. Club about Integrity! 💬✨
It’s not every day you get to learn from someone who truly lives what they teach. Mr. Withers sets the standard for leading with honesty, empathy, and purpose—and our students got to see firsthand what integrity looks like in action.
We’re so lucky to have role models like him right here at SHMS. 💙🐻
#BearsAreBest #SHMSGoesForGoals #IntegrityInAction
9 days ago, Janna Gibson
🎉✨ Today we celebrate National Custodian Day and we can’t let it pass without shouting out the HEART of SHMS—our amazing custodians! ✨🎉
Ms. Paula and Ms. Julie are absolute rockstars. 💪 They keep our school clean, safe, and welcoming every single day, and they do it all with kindness and smiles that brighten our halls. Whether it’s an early morning, a late night, or everything in between, they’re always there making sure SHMS shines. 🌟
And it’s not just them—every custodian and behind-the-scenes helper who pitches in to make our school run smoothly deserves a giant THANK YOU. 🙌 You are the reason our students and staff have a space we can all be proud of.
Drop a ❤️ or a 🙌 in the comments to help us celebrate Ms. Paula, Ms. Julie, and our whole custodial crew. SHMS wouldn’t be the same without you! 💙🐻 #BearsAreBest #SHMSGreat
11 days ago, Janna Gibson
🔥 AVID Wednesday = Future Ready Bears🔥 Did you know… over 90% of AVID students graduate high school and go on to college? 🙌 That’s the power of preparation. Here at SHMS, we’re training up scholars, leaders, and world-changers every single week. Proud of our Bears for putting in the work NOW for the future they want later! 🐻💙 #AVID #AVIDWednesday #BearNation
12 days ago, Janna Gibson
📣 We’re Hiring! 📣
Sylvan Hills Middle School is looking for a friendly, organized, and dedicated school secretary to join our Bear family! 🐻✨
If you love helping people, keeping things running smoothly, and being part of a fun, welcoming school community—this could be the perfect spot for you!
👉 Apply today through PCSSD Careers at pcssd.org or reach out directly to Principal Mike Hudgeons at
MHudgeons@pcssd.org with any questions.
Come make a difference at SHMS, where Bears are Best! 💙
13 days ago, Janna Gibson
🎉🎂 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MS. WRIGHT! 🎂🎉
Today we are celebrating the one and only Ms. Wright—a true light at SHMS! Your positivity, kindness, and heart make our school brighter every single day. You inspire students and staff alike, and we are so lucky to have you in our Bear family. We hope your birthday is as amazing, fun, and special as YOU are! 🎈💛
💙 Your SHMS Family
13 days ago, Janna Gibson
🎉 SHMS September Students of the Month! 🎉
Let’s give a HUGE shout-out to our September Students of the Month! These incredible Bears have gone above and beyond in showing what it means to be grateful, responsible, respectful, resilient, and reflective.
👏 Grateful – They notice the little things and show appreciation to everyone around them.
👏 Responsible – They take ownership of their work and actions, setting an example for their peers.
👏 Respectful – They treat classmates, teachers, and their school with kindness and care.
👏 Resilient – They face challenges head-on and never give up, showing true Bear strength.
👏 Reflective – They think about their choices, learn from experiences, and keep growing every day.
We are so proud of these students for representing the best of SHMS! Keep shining, Bears—you inspire us all! 💛🐻 #SHMSBearsShine #StudentsOfTheMonth #BearsAreBest
13 days ago, Janna Gibson
🌟 SHOUT OUT TO OUR SEPTEMBER STAFF OF THE MONTH: MS. SIEGFRIED! 🌟
If SHMS shines, it’s because of Ms. Siegfried! She’s always behind the scenes making our school look amazing, running smoothly, and welcoming everyone with her warm smile. Truly, Mrs. Sunshine doesn’t even begin to cover it—she lights up every hallway and every heart she touches.
We can’t say enough about her hard work, dedication, and the way she makes SHMS feel like home. THANK YOU, Ms. Siegfried—you are a legend! 💛✨
#SHMSBearsShine #StaffOfTheMonth #BearsAreBest
13 days ago, Janna Gibson
🎉🎨 SHOUT OUT TIME! 🎨🎉
Let’s give a huge round of applause to Ms. Carson, our SHMS September Teacher of the Month! She has gone above and beyond to make our school look AMAZING with her creative art projects. From the moment you walk in, her influence is everywhere—our halls are filled with beautiful student artwork that shows just how much she inspires her kids.
Ms. Carson has worked tirelessly to create displays that make SHMS feel warm, inviting, and full of life. Her students are producing incredible art, and it’s all thanks to her passion, creativity, and dedication.
We see you, Ms. Carson, and we appreciate YOU! 🖌️💛
#SHMSBearsShine #TeacherOfTheMonth #ArtGoals #BearsAreBest
13 days ago, Janna Gibson
🎓 AVID teaches techniques that allow students to pursue the colleges and careers they dream of. 📚
💭 What does AVID allow you to do?
👕 Don’t forget to wear your AVID shirt tomorrow to show where you’re going or where you’ve been because of Advancement Via Individual Determination. #AVID #CollegeAndCareerReady #PCSSDproud
14 days ago, PCSSD
🎓 AVID teaches techniques that allow students to pursue the colleges and careers they dream of. 📚
💭 What does AVID allow you to do?
👕 Don’t forget to wear your AVID shirt tomorrow to show where you’re going or where you’ve been because of Advancement Via Individual Determination. #AVID #CollegeAndCareerReady #PCSSDproud
14 days ago, PCSSD
If you still need to purchase Chromebook insurance, the deadline is Friday, October 3. Here is the link with information on ways to enroll, online, by mail, or over the phone:
https://www.pcssd.org/page/chromebook-insurance #PCSSDproud #ServeAll
14 days ago, PCSSD
🚧✨ Big shout-out to our General Maintenance team — James Wright and Don Fells!
The week of September 22nd, they built a brand-new ramp for our back dock, and it’s already making a huge difference. Now our custodians can take out the trash without dragging it across the ground, our kitchen staff can move supplies more easily, and deliveries can come in smoother than ever.
On behalf of our SHMS Custodians, we just want to say a huge thank you for the hard work, skill, and care you put into keeping our school running strong. 👏💙🐻
#SHMSBearsShine #BearsAreBest #TeamWork
14 days ago, Janna Gibson
📰 This Week at SHMS 🐻
Our latest newsletter is ready! Take a look to see what’s coming up, important reminders, and all the happenings this week.
Let’s make it a great week, Bears! 💙🤍
16 days ago, Mike Hudgeons, Principal
🇺🇸 Happy Friday from SHMS!
There’s something special about starting the day with our students raising the flag. It’s a simple act, but it reminds us of responsibility, pride, and community. Watching them take part in this tradition is the perfect way to head into the weekend with grateful hearts. 💙🐻
#SHMSBearsShine #HappyFriday
18 days ago, Janna Gibson
✨ Wrapping up AVID Wednesday at SHMS! ✨
📅 Did you know? Students who practice time management in middle school are more successful in high school, college, and beyond. Organization today = opportunities tomorrow! 🌟
Our Bears are learning skills that will help them stay on top of their goals and reach for big dreams. Proud of the work they’re putting in each week! 🐻💙
#AVID #CollegeAndCareerReady #SHMSBears
19 days ago, Janna Gibson
