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Panther Families Weekly Tidbits Aug. 15, 2025

Panther Families Weekly Tidbits Aug. 15, 2025
 

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Panther Families Weekly Tidbits

 

 

A Note From Mr. D

Greetings Panther Families!

 

It has been an outstanding first few days here at Pike Middle! Students are finding their way to classes, figuring out their schedules, and learning the best shortcuts to beat the hallway traffic. The wide-eyed “deer in the headlights” look on many of our 6th graders’ faces is starting to fade, replaced by a new expression that says, “I think I know where I’m going… probably...maybe??”

 

My goal is to send out these “Tidbits” each week. Some weeks will be jam-packed with info, others will be short and sweet—but either way, you’ll stay in the loop. If there’s ever something you’re curious about and it’s not on our website, Facebook, or in these Tidbits, just reach out. If I don’t know the answer, I work with a whole army of people who can track it down faster than a middle schooler running to lunch!

 

A huge shout-out to you for getting your kids here this week! Parent drop-off and pick-up are running smoother each day. Just remember—please pull all the way up when you roll in. It keeps the line moving, helps everyone get through faster, and spares us all from starring in “Traffic Jam: The Musical.”

 

And to our parents of bus riders—you’re MVPs too! You’re making sure those kiddos get to their buses on time, which is no small feat in the morning rush. We know there are still a few logistical wrinkles with crowded buses and start-of-year traffic, but our transportation department is fantastic, and is working to make sure every student has a safe, comfortable, and positive ride.

 

Ok, that’s all for now. Have a fantastic weekend! Your trust in us means so much, and we can’t wait to partner with you in supporting your students’ learning and success throughout the year.

 

Until next time....y'all keep on keepin' on, and always KEEP BELIEVING!

 

Mr. D

 

 

Panthers BELIEVE!

BELIEVE in yourself.

 

BELIEVE in the journey.

 

BELIEVE in the Panther Way!!

 

Coffee Talk with Pike Admin and PTA

Come join us on Tuesday, 8/19 at 9:00 am in the cafeteria and meet our Pike administrative and counseling team. We will be sharing our vision for the school year, key items we are focusing on, and will be there to answer any general questions you may have.

 

Breakfast coffee/drinks and some light pastries will be provided by our amazing PTA (there is still time to join!).

 

Can’t make it? No worries! I’ll be sure to send out the slides so you won’t miss a thing.

 

 

The Panther Planner

Next Week

 

8/19 - Coffee Chat with Mr. D @ 9am

 

8/18 - 8/20: ELA MAP Testing

 

8/21 - Picture Day!!

 

8/21 - 8/22: Science MAP Testing

 

On the Horizon

 

8/25 - 8/27: Math MAP Testing

 

8/26 - Pike Football

  • 6:00PM Scrimmage v. Wilson/Chisolm @ NHS Sub-Varsity Field

 

8/27 - College Spirit Day (Gig'em Aggies!!)

 

8/28 - Pike Volleyball

  • 8th Grade v. Hillwood @ Pike
  • 7th Grade v. Hillwood @ HMS

 

9/1 - Labor Day - NO SCHOOL!

 

9/2 - Faster than a Charger, stronger than ever! (Superhero Day)

 

9/2 - Pike Football

  • 8th Grade v. Hillwood @ NHS Sub-Varsity Field
  • 7th Grade v. Hillwood @ Hillwood

 

9/3 - Pike Tennis

  • Pike v. Adams @ Eaton HS

 

9/4 - Pike Volleyball

  • 8th Grade v. Tidwell @ Tidwell
  • 7th Grade v. Tidwell @ Pike

 

9/5 - PTA Grandparents (Or Loved One) Breakfast @ 8am in the library

 

9/8 - Pike Tennis

  • Pike v. Chisolm Trail @ Northwest HS

 

9/9 - "Panther Pride is Timeless — Titans Can’t Keep Up!" (Decade Day)

 

9/9 - Pike Football

  • 8th Grade v. Tidwell @ NISD Stadium
  • 7th Grade v. Tidwell @ NHS Sub-Varsity Field

9/10 - Pike Cross Country

  • @ Pike Middle school

 

9/11 - Pike Volleyball

  • 8th Grade - Bye Week
  • 7th Grade - Bye Week

 

9/15 - Pike Tennis

  • Pike v. Tidwell @ Byron Nelson HS

 

9/17 - Pike Cross Country

  • @ Hillwood Middle School

 

 

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