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August 1, 2025
Dear Bullpup Families,
What a GREAT summer break that was! And yes, I do mean WAS because it’s practically over for some of us; we’re back at work, getting ready for September. I’m really looking forward to my 4th year here at SMS. I’ve come to know this school as a collection of caring, earnest people – students and staff alike. I can feel another outstanding year of growth and excellence coming on!
I know our students are still in full-on summer mode – as they should be! -- but I want to let you know about a few important things as the school year inevitably approaches.
Office Hours
Our front office will re-open to the public on August 11th. We’ll be open from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. every weekday until school starts. Stop by and see us to pay fees and ask registration questions before it gets busy!
Pre-Registration
If you have not already done so, it is very important that you pre-register your student ASAP. The link can be found directly below this message. Students who are not pre-registered will not receive a schedule at the Open House. You’ll have to sit down and do it right then and there. We’ll have a limited number of computers available for you to use. Your best bet by far is to do it right now!
Open House
The Open House to pick up schedules, pay fees, meet teachers, and move into lockers will be on August 27th from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Set a reminder now! See above about the importance of pre-registering before this date.
8th Grade CTE Opt-Out
The State of Idaho requires us to offer a 6-week Career and Technical Education course. We have placed that course within our year-long PE course. Parents may opt-out their student from the CTE course and keep them in PE for the full year, but we must have that opt-out in-hand by August 29th. Planning and scheduling depend on knowing who those students are ahead of time. We will not be accepting opt-outs after the Open House.
7th Grade Gluten Free Cooking Section
We are happy to offer a gluten-free section of our 7th grade Wellness class this year. It will be in the 1st period for the 1st Semester. If you would like your student to be in that special section, please reach out to our Counselors and let us know.
That’s it for now! Get out there and enjoy the last bits of summer!
Sincerely,
Mr. Penrose
SMS Fees Schedule 2025-2026
SMS Fees Schedule 2025-2026
All fees are optional, except for Athletes, who must purchase the ASB card. For other students, the ASB card gets them entrance to all SMS sporting events throughout the year. The ASB Family Pass grants fall members of a family entrance to all sporting events all year. Typical entry fee is $5.00 per adult, $3.00 per child, per event.
Fees:
ASB Card - $30.00
ASB Family Pass - $50.00
Yearbook Purchase - $30 (after October 1st: $35.00)
Chromebook Protection - $20.00 (not available after they are checked out)
SMS ALERTS & UPDATES
For SMS updates and alerts be sure to LIKE our SMS Facebook page.
SMS athletics information can be found on the "Athletics" tab above.
Jazz Band is an extracurricular activity open to all 7th and 8th graders who play in school band classes. Membership is determined by audition. >Rehearsals happen throughout the year on Tues and Thurs mornings before school for all members, as well as one Friday a month for sectionals. Members need to be in their seats in rm18 by 6:45 am, and rehearsals will end at 7:40 am. >Students check in with Mr. Dignan if you would like to join. Thank you.
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SMOKE & Activities: When the air quality index is 150 or above, practice must be moved indoors. For the fall, VB has the SMS gym floor 3-5, Football gym floor 5-7, XC gym bleachers and Cold Hall 3-5.
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