Sylvan Hills Middle School

🌟 Happy Assistant Principals Week! 🌟 We’re sending a huge shout out to two of the best—Mr. Withers and Ms. Moore! 💙🐻 Thank you both for your constant support, leadership, and commitment to making SHMS a place where students and staff thrive. From handling the tough stuff behind the scenes to celebrating every success with us—you lead with heart, strength, and a whole lot of grace. Mr. Withers, your calm and steady presence keeps us grounded, and your dedication to doing what's best for kids never goes unnoticed. Ms. Moore, your positive energy, encouragement, and drive to help everyone succeed make a world of difference every day. We are so lucky to have you both on our team. SHMS wouldn’t be the same without you! Drop a ❤️ or a kind word below to help us celebrate these incredible leaders! #APWeek #ThankYouAPs #SHMSBearPride

We’re getting our 🧠 BRAINS in gear for ATLAS – and we’re looking 🤓 GEEK-tastic doing it! Today was Techie Tuesday, and we’re nerding out in the best way possible! 💻📚 Our students don’t just take the ATLAS—they DOMINATE it. 💪🎯 They can have some fun, show some spirit , and prove that learning is actually pretty cool. 😎✨ #TechieTuesday #AtlasSpiritWeek #NerdsRule #SHMSBearBrainiacs

As School Library Month continues, we'll continue to show our Teacher Librarians some love! They support our students in so many ways, from helping with research and tech to fostering lifelong learning. Today we celebrate TLs from our SYLVAN HILLS feeder. #pcssdproud #serveall

Hey everyone—so sorry for the confusion! The newsletter had the wrong info. The 7th Grade Honor Roll Kickball Game is actually THIS WEDNESDAY at 2:30 PM at the school! Big thanks for your patience—we can’t wait to celebrate these awesome kiddos and all their hard work! Come ready to cheer, laugh, and have some fun! #HonorRollHeroes #KickballFun #SHMSProud #GoBears 🐻🥇

Here are some important things happening at SHMS!! #SHMSbearsShine #Parentsmakeadifference #itsgoodtobeabear 🐻

🙂 Stay Cool, Stay Focused: You Got This! 🏀 ATLAS Testing Tip: Step 7: Breathe and Focus! Stay cool, stay focused, and keep going strong! #ATLASTesting #TestSuccess #StayFocused #BearPride

🗝️ Keyword Quest: Find the Clues!🗝️ ATLAS Testing Tip: Step 6: Spot the Keywords! Search for those keywords and level up your answers! #ATLASTesting #TestSuccess #KeywordQuest #BearPride

🔍 Double Check: Read It Twice, Win It Right!🔍 ATLAS Testing Tip: Step 5: Read the Question Twice! Make sure you’ve got it right before moving on! #ATLASTesting #TestSuccess #ReadItTwice #BearPride

🚩 Flag It and Move On: Keep the Game Going! 🚩 ATLAS Testing Tip: Step 4: Flag What Stumps You! Stay on track and level up your test game! #ATLASTesting #TestSuccess #FlagIt #BearPride

🌟 Use the Elimination Method: Power Up Your Choices! 🌟 ATLAS Testing Tip: Step 3: Knock Out the Wrong Answers! Knock out the wrong answers, and power through to victory! #ATLASTesting #TestSuccess #EliminationPower #BearPride

⏰ Stay in the Game: Pace Yourself! ⏰ ATLAS Testing Tip: Step 2: Find Your Perfect Speed! Master your timing, and keep going strong! #ATLASTesting #TestSuccess #PaceYourself #BearPride

🎮 Level Up Your Test Game! 🎮 ATLAS Testing Tip: Step 1: Read the Instructions Like a Boss! Remember: Success starts with understanding the game! #ATLASTesting #TestSuccess #LevelUpYourGame #BearPride

🌟 ATLAS Test Spirit Week is HERE, Bears! 🌟 Let’s gear up, show out, and get our minds ready to SHINE on the ATLAS test! 💪🐻 Starting April 7th, we’re counting down to testing with fun dress-up days designed to get us motivated, focused, and full of BEAR PRIDE! 🎯 Game Day Monday (4/7) Dress in your favorite team gear and get your game face on—testing success is a TEAM effort! Let's go, Bears! 🧠 Techie Tuesday (4/8) Show off your smarts with a nerdy or academic outfit—because being brainy is COOL! You're ready to tackle those test questions like a tech wizard! 🎉 Wacky, Tacky Wednesday (4/9) Mix it up with silly, mismatched clothes and socks. It's okay to have fun and be yourself—just like you will on test day! 🕶️ Thinking Cap Thursday (4/10) Dress for success in professional or empowering attire. Walk into the test like a BOSS—because confidence is key! ❤️ TestReady Spirit Day (4/11) Wear your SHMS gear or school colors loud and proud. We’re ready, we’re strong, and we’re in this together! Let’s show what Bears can do! 😴 Pajama Day (4/14) Rest up in your coziest pajamas, because a well-rested brain = a powerful brain! You’ve got this! ✨ Let’s stay focused, have fun, and give our BEST effort on the ATLAS test. Success starts with YOU—so let’s finish strong, Bears! 🐾 #ATLASStrong #SHMSPride #BearsDoTheirBest

As we continue our National Assistant Principals Week celebration, we highlight *all* the APs of the SYLVAN HILLS feeder. You impact your school communities daily through your empathetic leadership. Thanks for your hard work! (check both pics to see all) #pcssdproud #serveall

Are you ready to fill every shelf in PCSSD classrooms? Starting now, every donation for books on @Donorschoose will be doubled, while funds last. 📚 Let’s help our students explore the world through the page-turning magic of books. https://bit.ly/4iNpooJ

🎉 A big round of applause for our fantastic students who earned All A’s and A/B’s this 3rd quarter! 🏅 Your dedication, hard work, and focus are truly inspiring! Keep up the amazing effort—you're setting the bar high! Let’s finish the year strong! 💪📚 #SHMSpride #Quarter3Success #KeepItUp

On National Student-Athlete Day, we celebrate our goal-setter and go-getter athletes who work hard in the classroom and on the field (or ... court, track, mat, pool, pitch...). Keep up the hard work and continue set the standard for excellence! #pcssdproud #serveall

The PCSSD school-based health clinic is a convenient choice for families seeking medical & behavioral health care for kids during school hours. Every student & staff member can access to quality & compassionate care. Learn more: https://youtu.be/5DGxEld6uts #pcssdproud #serveall

Chart Your Career Course with PCSSD and join us at the 2025 PCSSD Career Expo! Details: 🗓️ May 3 | 9 a.m. -12 p.m. 📍Mills University Studies High School | 708 E. Dixon Road, Little Rock Learn more: https://trst.in/29V0ik #pcssdproud #serveall

Our School Counselor Assistant, Ms. Allen, is a Schoology rock star! Check out her Educator Shoutout! Way to go!