Stanton Middle School

8th Grade Parents-- This is a reminder that all 8th graders will be taking the PreACT tomorrow (Oct. 24) beginning in 2nd period. This test will conclude by lunch time. Please help ensure your student goes to bed on-time, eats a good breakfast, and is at school tomorrow. If a student leaves the testing room after testing begins, their test will be invalidated. The results and career information will be provided to you later in the year.

October 21-25, 2024, is National School Bus Safety Week! As we recognize this important week, here’s a key safety reminder: In Texas, when a school bus extends its stop sign, drivers must come to a complete stop and remain stopped until the bus has moved, the flashing lights are no longer active, or the bus driver signals that it’s safe to proceed. The U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) urges all drivers to slow down and stay vigilant in school zones and around school buses in their communities. Drive safely!

Wednesday, October 16, 2024, is a 1:00 dismissal . Buses will run then and students need to be picked up at 1:00.

As we wrap up Fentanyl Awareness Week, today's tip is for the parents: Whether you want to inform your child of the risks or are concerned about a loved one who uses drugs, it's time to talk about fentanyl. Have a calm, direct conversation, and listen without judgment. Work together to make a plan to stay safe. Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids, including fentanyl. Keeping it on hand could mean the difference between life and death — for you or someone else. Naloxone is available at many pharmacies in Texas without a prescription.

Thursday's Fentanyl Awareness tip explains what youth and young adults need to know... Many fake pills are made to look just like prescription Xanax (bars), Percocet (perk), opioids (painkillers) like Vicodin and Oxycodone (oxy), and stimulants like Adderall (addy). These fake pills are increasingly common, and fentanyl may be mixed into them. Even in small doses, fentanyl can be deadly. Be prepared to save a life. Learn the signs of a fentanyl poisoning and speak with your doctor or pharmacist about obtaining naloxone to carry and keep at home.

Today's tip for Fentanyl Awareness are the signs to watch for: -Small, constricted "pinpoint pupils" -Face is extremely pale and/or feels cold or clammy to the touch -Body goes limp -Fingernails or lips have a purple or blue color -Vomiting or making gurgling noises -Cannot be awakened or unable to speak -Breathing or heartbeat slows or stops

Yearbooks are on sale. Forms may be picked up in the office, but all forms and money need to be returned to D. Cantu at Stanton High School. Cost is $30. Reserve your copy today!!

This week is Fentanyl Awareness Week!! What is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid that is 50-100 times stronger than morphine. Just 2 milligrams of fentanyl, equal to 10 to 15 grains of table salt, is considered a lethal dose. Illegally manufactured fentanyl is found in heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine and in counterfeit pills. As a result, many people may not know they're ingesting fentanyl, leading to an accidental poisoning. For more resources and education on fentanyl visit: https://www.hhs.texas.gov/services/mental-health-substance-use/mental-health-substance-use-resources/fentanyl-one-pill-kills

6th & 7th Grade Parents- letters are coming home today for the Being Safe program that will be presented to 6th graders on Oct. 28 & 7th graders on Oct. 29 in Social Studies rotations. HB1041 mandates Texas Public Schools offer a course on child safety. Please review the letter, preview videos at the link below, and return the note with your preference. We are required to have a signed note on file for all students . If you need a copy of the letter please email mshafer@stanton.esc18.net. Video Preview: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1pXe0fMZdf0fr8kgPGmPUsGR5n6wwqlk4/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=103176398994297515751&rtpof=true&sd=true

Monday. During the athletic period, September 30th will be picture day for Junior High FOOTBALL & VOLLEYBALL. Attached is a picture form to order pictures for your student-athlete if they lost or did not receive a form today. Go Buffs!

Please join our Parent Engagement event Thursday, September 26, 2024 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. CDT Flyers: English - https://www.txel.org/media/euvd404w/parent-english-24-25.pdf Spanish - https://www.txel.org/media/rfwflfxp/parent-spanish-24-25.pdf Vietnamese - https://www.txel.org/media/nv4fftfh/parent-vietnamese-24-25.pdf Arabic - https://www.txel.org/media/h4rdnphx/parent-arabic-24-25.pdf

Please join us a Parent Engagement Event Thursday, September 26, 2024 12:30 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. CDT Flyers: https://www.txel.org/media/euvd404w/parent-english-24-25.pdf https://www.txel.org/media/rfwflfxp/parent-spanish-24-25.pdf https://www.txel.org/media/nv4fftfh/parent-vietnamese-24-25.pdf https://www.txel.org/media/h4rdnphx/parent-arabic-24-25.pdf

Our first Middle School Pep Rally will be on Thursday, September 5th at 12:55. This weeks theme is "Buffs are out of this world."

Parent and Family Engagement Event - August 28th 5:30-7:30

- Bus Parents - A Friendly Reminder - Starting Monday August 26th students will be required to have a bus tag to ride in the morning & the afternoon. Thank you for your cooperation!

Student water bottles must be clear and only contain water. No other drink in the classrooms will be permitted. Water is sold at the front office for 50¢ . Students may bring their drink of choice (soda, Gatorade, juice, tea) in their lunchbox only.

***High School Girls Basketball Parent Meeting Reminder*** Just a reminder that there will be a parent meeting for those who wish to try out for the High School Girls Basketball Program Tonight, at 6:00PM in the High School Game Gym.

Stanton Cross Country will be hosting their annual 5K this year on September 7th. It will start at 9 am Saturday morning. Below is a course map, we will start and end at the middle school. If you fill out the google form attached. If you register before August 26th at 10am you will get a free shirt. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1gXi-IibeE1deEcqkqnrYDzBkOoST22g_JosHQR-W6Vs/viewform?edit_requested=true

Rise and shine, seniors! ☀️ 🐓We can't wait too see you! 🦬❣️#classof2025 #buffpride #grit

All junior high and high school BUFF FOOTBALL PARENTS: Please join us Monday, August 12th @ 6 PM for a parent meeting in the SHS gym. 🦬🏈 #buffpride #grit