
7/8 Track and Field CML Meet Update!!
Due to weather concerns, the CML varsity Track & Field meet scheduled for Thursday, May 2nd in Manhattan has been moved to Friday, May 3rd.
Coach Walker will send a follow-up email to the parents/guardians of those who were attending the meet.
Please communicate any concerns or questions to Coach Walker.

🌟 Shawnee Heights athletes! Get ready for next year at Cotton O’Neil’s Sports Physicals Day. 📅: May 4, 2024 ⏰: 8 AM-12 PM. Physicals for the 24/25 school year must be completed after May 1.


Thanks to all who volunteered and presented for Future U! 8th graders explored Reality U, heard from career speakers, and gained insights on transitions and financial planning through engaging mock scenarios. Your involvement made this experience invaluable for our students!

Eat and earn at Chipotle!!
Mark your calendars for April 1st from 4-8 pm to participate in the SHMS PTO fundraiser at Chipotle! Order online for pickup using promo code 3VZ8FP4 and 25% of the event sales will be returned to SHMS. Thank you for your support!



Thrilled to announce a remarkable achievement at the State JAG-K Career Development Conference! Our middle school stars, Avary, Ashlyn, and Makynzie, showcased their brilliance by securing 2nd place 🥈 in the Business Plan category. 🌟 #FutureLeaders #JAGKSuccess #EmpoweringYouth


🍕 SHMS Parents, it's Pizza Night for a Cause! 🍕
Calling all pizza lovers! 📢 Tonight's dinner plans just got tastier and more meaningful! Order from any Papa Murphy's location in Topeka online, and you'll be supporting our SHMS PTO with every pie you buy! 🎉
Here's how you can participate:
1. Visit the Papa Murphy's website or app to place your order online.
2. Enter the code "SCHOOL" at checkout.
Best part? 20% of your total online purchase will directly benefit Shawnee Heights Middle School students, thanks to Papa Murphy's generous support! 🙌📚


Like pizza? Join us in supporting the SHMS PTO by ordering Papa Murphys on Thursday the 29th. 20% of your total ONLINE purchase will be donated to the PTO. Enter code: SCHOOL at checkout.

It is almost time for Parent- Teacher conferences! The SHMS PTO needs your help in providing lunch and dinner for our hard-working teachers on February 22nd. Please, review the sign-up form and contribute a listed item to help with their meal. Thank you for your contributions. Your support is appreciated.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090945AAA82FA5F94-47870691-parentteacher

👑 Don't miss the epic drama! 🎭 Shawnee Heights Middle School presents "Game of Tiaras" on Feb 9th & 10th at SHHS Auditorium. 🤯 $3.00 tickets available at SHMS office or the door. Brace yourself for a hilarious fusion of Game of Thrones and Shakespearean tragedy! 🎟️ #SHMSDrama


🌨️ Shawnee Heights USD 450 classes are cancelled tomorrow, January 16, 2024, due to the extremely cold temperatures and deteriorating travel conditions. Stay safe, stay warm, and have a fantastic day! ❄️


Dear Students & Parents,
Due to weather conditions, all after-school activities are canceled for Friday, 1/12/24.
All students will need to ride the bus home or arrange parent pick up.

The 7th and 8th-grade boys basketball games versus Seaman have been canceled for 1/10/24. We will work on a rescheduled date. Thank you.

🌨️ Extended Snow Day Alert! 🌨️ Shawnee Heights USD 450 classes are cancelled today, January 10, 2024, due to winter weather conditions. Side and country roads have experienced drifting and freezing. Embrace the snow day vibes—stay safe, stay warm, and have a fantastic day! ❄️


7th and 8th-grade boys basketball games versus Washburn Rural are canceled for 1/9/24. We will work on rescheduling this date. Thank you.

🌨️ Snow Day Alert! 🌨️ Shawnee Heights USD 450 classes are cancelled tomorrow, January 9, 2024, due to winter weather conditions. Embrace the snow day vibes—stay safe, stay warm, and have a fantastic day! ❄️📚✨


Dear SHMS Parents & Students,
Due to the weather, all after-school activities for Monday, 1/8, have been canceled. Your student will need to go home after school.
Stay safe,
Erin Unruh

The middle school is looking for two 7th grade social studies teachers for the 24-25 school year. Please apply online. https://shawneeheights.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=1009

A reminder that practice for 7/8 Bowling and Girls Wrestling begins tomorrow (1/4).
Your athlete must have a current physical on file in the office. Call 785-730-5229 with questions about physicals, sports and bowling fees.

🌟 SHMS Engineering Design students unveiled their impressive floorplans this semester using Smartdraw. This was their first time using this program! 🖥️ From a beach house 🏖️ to a honey house 🍯 and a cutting-edge CTE classroom 📚, their creativity was limitless. 🚀#Engineering

Attention Bowlers!! The school is finalizing details for the third season of SHMS Bowling.
There will be a parent meeting on Monday, December 18th at 5:30 PM in the middle school commons. If your student will participate, this meeting is mandatory.
If your child plans to bowl, but you can’t make it please contact Coach Swift before January 5th.
https://shms.usd450.net/o/shawnee-heights-middle-school/page/bowling
