It's back! 🎉 The Spirit Wear store has officially reopened for a limited time! This is your chance to get all the new , t-shirts, sweatshirts and jackets for the school year.
🚨 FINAL DAY TO ORDER IS SEPTEMBER 2! 🚨
All orders will be delivered towards the end of September, just in time for fall events.
Ready to shop?
➡️ Visit www.youreedrive.com and click on "Local Level" to see the full collection!
#SchoolSpirit #SpiritWear #BackToSchool #SpartanPride
🚨 FINAL DAY TO ORDER IS SEPTEMBER 2! 🚨
All orders will be delivered towards the end of September, just in time for fall events.
Ready to shop?
➡️ Visit www.youreedrive.com and click on "Local Level" to see the full collection!
#SchoolSpirit #SpiritWear #BackToSchool #SpartanPride
💛🖤 YDMS Arrival & Departure Info 💛🖤
⏰ 🔔 School Hours
First Bell 7:55 AM (tardy bell: 8:00 AM)
Dismissal 3:25 PM
Earliest Arrival is 7:40 AM. (No student should arrive at school before this time.)
Latest Departure is 3:45 PM. (All students should be picked up by this time. )
🚌 Bus riders will be dropped off in the front circle area of the school. This area is reserved for buses between 7:30 a.m. – 7:50 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. Cars are not permitted in this area during these times.
🚗 Morning drop off:
Car riders should be dropped off in the north parking lot. Entrance to the north parking lot can only be made by the Carroll St. entrance between 7:40 a.m. – 7:55 a.m.. Students should be dropped off in the "Drop Off Zone." Then, students should walk to the front of the school to enter the building.
Please note: the Carroll Street entrance is reserved for faculty and staff entry prior to 7:40. As our employees arrive to work, please be considerate of their entrance into this parking lot.
Please do not attempt to enter the parking lot via the Youree Drive entrance. First, you will potentially damage your vehicle by running over our cones. Two, the utilization of this entrance causes a backup of traffic on Youree Drive.
🚗 Afternoon pick up:
Car riders should be picked up between 3:25 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Students should exit and enter cars by the “Drop off Zone” signs only.
🏃 Walkers can enter and exit the campus through the front doors of the school.
🛑 No student should walk across the parking lot. Sidewalks should be utilized.
🛑No student should be dropped off or picked up directly on Youree Drive.
We are so excited to see all of our Spartans tomorrow morning!
⏰ 🔔 School Hours
First Bell 7:55 AM (tardy bell: 8:00 AM)
Dismissal 3:25 PM
Earliest Arrival is 7:40 AM. (No student should arrive at school before this time.)
Latest Departure is 3:45 PM. (All students should be picked up by this time. )
🚌 Bus riders will be dropped off in the front circle area of the school. This area is reserved for buses between 7:30 a.m. – 7:50 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. Cars are not permitted in this area during these times.
🚗 Morning drop off:
Car riders should be dropped off in the north parking lot. Entrance to the north parking lot can only be made by the Carroll St. entrance between 7:40 a.m. – 7:55 a.m.. Students should be dropped off in the "Drop Off Zone." Then, students should walk to the front of the school to enter the building.
Please note: the Carroll Street entrance is reserved for faculty and staff entry prior to 7:40. As our employees arrive to work, please be considerate of their entrance into this parking lot.
Please do not attempt to enter the parking lot via the Youree Drive entrance. First, you will potentially damage your vehicle by running over our cones. Two, the utilization of this entrance causes a backup of traffic on Youree Drive.
🚗 Afternoon pick up:
Car riders should be picked up between 3:25 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Students should exit and enter cars by the “Drop off Zone” signs only.
🏃 Walkers can enter and exit the campus through the front doors of the school.
🛑 No student should walk across the parking lot. Sidewalks should be utilized.
🛑No student should be dropped off or picked up directly on Youree Drive.
We are so excited to see all of our Spartans tomorrow morning!
Calling all trivia masters and future Quiz Bowl stars! ⭐
Join us for the Trivia Club Interest Meeting on Tuesday, August 26, from 3:30-4:00 PM.
Get ready to put your knowledge to the test with friendly competitions, prepare for the middle school Quiz Bowl, and even create your own trivia sets!
The club has a cap of 20 students, so come to the meeting to learn more. Future meetings will be held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month.
#TriviaClub #QuizBowl #VSpartans #TriviaNight
YDMS P.E. Uniforms are on sale!
$12 tops
$12 bottoms (have drawstring)
Go to www.youreedrive.com and click on Local Level. Deadline is this Sunday. Delivery will be after Labor Day..
*PE uniforms are required and apart of the PE grade.
$12 tops
$12 bottoms (have drawstring)
Go to www.youreedrive.com and click on Local Level. Deadline is this Sunday. Delivery will be after Labor Day..
*PE uniforms are required and apart of the PE grade.
Congratulations to our Spartans who made the 25-26 football team! 🏈👏 Hard work pays off! We are so proud of you and can't wait to cheer you on this season! LET'S GO SPARTANS! 💪 #SpartanPride #HighSchoolFootball #GoSpartans
Still in need of more distance runners, who can run 2 miles interested in running cross country, sign up for tryouts with Coach Grace !
Get ready for Back to School Night! 🏫🎉
Join us on Thursday, August 28th at 5:30 pm! 🗓️⏰
You will report to your child's first hour classroom to receive their schedule. 📝👨🏫👩🏫
The PTSA will be in the cafeteria selling some awesome new spirit wear! 👕
Please note, this is a parents only event due to space.
#BackToSchool #MeetTheTeacher #SchoolSpirit #SpartansTodayLeadersTomorrow
Join us on Thursday, August 28th at 5:30 pm! 🗓️⏰
You will report to your child's first hour classroom to receive their schedule. 📝👨🏫👩🏫
The PTSA will be in the cafeteria selling some awesome new spirit wear! 👕
Please note, this is a parents only event due to space.
#BackToSchool #MeetTheTeacher #SchoolSpirit #SpartansTodayLeadersTomorrow
📚✨ Spartan Social Studies in Action! ✨📚
Our classrooms were full of exploration and discovery today:
🌍 6th Grade: Analyzing the motivations behind early European exploration.
🗺️ 7th Grade: Studying physical maps to identify major American landforms and diving into Washington’s presidency.
🌄 8th Grade: Exploring westward expansion—examining push and pull factors, the groups who moved west and why, and the new technologies that transformed their lives.
We love watching our Spartans think critically, make connections, and bring history to life! 💡📖
#SpartanScholars #SocialStudies #HistoryInAction #welpveithere
🥎 Softball tryouts are here! 🥎
Get ready to hit the field! Tryouts are next Tuesday, August 26, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM.
Make sure you sign up with Coach K and bring your glove, athletic clothes, and water.
Due to the extreme heat, football tryouts are POSTPONED today and rescheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 20th from 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm. Remember to bring water, cleats and athletic clothes. This is open to 7th & 8th graders only.
📢 Are you ready to make a difference at our school? 📢
We're looking for passionate and dedicated students to join the Student Council! If you're interested in planning awesome events, helping your fellow students, and building your leadership skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Join us for our Student Council Interest Meeting!
📅 Date: Wednesday, August 20th
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: School Auditorium
This meeting is for students only. We'll be sending all the important information and forms home with students after the meeting.
We'll cover everything you need to know, including:
What Student Council members do
The application process for a member-at-large
Our exciting plans for the upcoming school year
This meeting is for everyone—new students and returning members alike! Please remember that all previous members (except elected officers) must reapply to be considered for a member-at-large position.
Come find out how you can help us make this a great school year! 🐾
#StudentCouncil #SchoolLeadership #GetInvolved #StudentLife #MakeADifference #LeadershipGoals
We're looking for passionate and dedicated students to join the Student Council! If you're interested in planning awesome events, helping your fellow students, and building your leadership skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
Join us for our Student Council Interest Meeting!
📅 Date: Wednesday, August 20th
⏰ Time: 3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
📍 Location: School Auditorium
This meeting is for students only. We'll be sending all the important information and forms home with students after the meeting.
We'll cover everything you need to know, including:
What Student Council members do
The application process for a member-at-large
Our exciting plans for the upcoming school year
This meeting is for everyone—new students and returning members alike! Please remember that all previous members (except elected officers) must reapply to be considered for a member-at-large position.
Come find out how you can help us make this a great school year! 🐾
#StudentCouncil #SchoolLeadership #GetInvolved #StudentLife #MakeADifference #LeadershipGoals
Tryouts for the upcoming football season are here! 🏈
📅 Date: Monday, August 18th
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍 Location: Youree Drive Middle School Football field
This is your chance to show off your skills and become a part of our team! Tryouts are open to all 7th and 8th-grade students.
Please make sure to bring:
- Water
- Cleats
- Athletic clothing
To sign up, stop by Coach Cason's classroom.
#FootballTryouts #YouthFootball #MiddleSchoolSports #Football #Tryouts #TeamRecruitment #StudentAthletes
Help! We're lost! 😥
We miss our owners! We were last seen carrying delicious lunches and refreshing drinks. We know we belong to a Spartan, but we can't find our way back without your help.
If you think one of us might be yours, please come claim us from the Lost & Found in the main office. We'd love to go home!
P.S. If we only had a name on us, we wouldn't be in this mess!
#HelpUsGetHome #SpartanLostAndFound #LabelYourBelongings
We miss our owners! We were last seen carrying delicious lunches and refreshing drinks. We know we belong to a Spartan, but we can't find our way back without your help.
If you think one of us might be yours, please come claim us from the Lost & Found in the main office. We'd love to go home!
P.S. If we only had a name on us, we wouldn't be in this mess!
#HelpUsGetHome #SpartanLostAndFound #LabelYourBelongings
From Caddo Parish Transportation
Please use the link below to find live bus updates for absent/sub bus coverage.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11mqU5j2EAghtwq0_aS20HD1Ec9dUEmqs0X90poPwQcI/edit?gid=1753807487#gid=1753807487
Please use the link below to find live bus updates for absent/sub bus coverage.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/11mqU5j2EAghtwq0_aS20HD1Ec9dUEmqs0X90poPwQcI/edit?gid=1753807487#gid=1753807487
P.E. Uniforms are now on sale!
$12 tops
$12 bottoms
Go to www.youreedrive.com and click on Local Level. Delivery will be after Labor Day..
*PE uniforms are required and apart of the PE grade.
$12 tops
$12 bottoms
Go to www.youreedrive.com and click on Local Level. Delivery will be after Labor Day..
*PE uniforms are required and apart of the PE grade.
Supplies/Spirit Wear
If you were unable to pickup school supplies or spirit wear on Mon. or Tues. we are working on passing orders out to students. All
orders should be delivered to students by Friday. If you would like to pick up, please email Mrs. Githens. jrgithens@caddoschools.org
Wondering what bus your Spartan will ride? 🤔🚌
The Caddo Parish School Board website has all the information you need!
Simply follow these steps:
1) Visit www.caddoschools.org
2) Click on "Find My Bus Stop"
3) Find your bus number, time of pickup, and time of drop off.
It's quick and easy! Get your student's transportation sorted for the first day of school.
You can also find more information about our school at www.youreedrive.com.
#YDMS #SpartanPride #CaddoSchools #BackToSchool #BusRoutes
What an incredible day welcoming the newest members of our Spartan family at the 6th Grade Spartan Camp! 🤩 The campus was buzzing with excitement as students navigated the halls, participated in team-building activities, and met their teachers.
We loved seeing the lightbulb moments as they discovered all the reasons why WE LOVE IT HERE! This group is officially ready to conquer 6th grade, and we are so excited for the year ahead with them.
#morepicturesonfacebook
#WelcomeToTheFamily #SpartanCamp #ClassOf2032 #WeLoveItHere #ReadyForMiddleSchool
We loved seeing the lightbulb moments as they discovered all the reasons why WE LOVE IT HERE! This group is officially ready to conquer 6th grade, and we are so excited for the year ahead with them.
#morepicturesonfacebook
#WelcomeToTheFamily #SpartanCamp #ClassOf2032 #WeLoveItHere #ReadyForMiddleSchool
Attention 6th Grade Parents!
Just a friendly reminder about our 6th Grade Parent Meeting happening TODAY! This is a great opportunity to learn about the transition to middle school, school policies, and student life at Youree Drive Middle School.
🗓️ Date: Monday, August 11th
⏰ Time: 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: YDMS Auditorium
👥 Who: Parents/Guardians
We'll be covering:
Helpful hints for a smooth transition from elementary to middle school.
Important school policies and procedures.
Facts about student life at YDMS.
We look forward to seeing you there! #YDMS #SpartanPride #BackToSchool
Just a friendly reminder about our 6th Grade Parent Meeting happening TODAY! This is a great opportunity to learn about the transition to middle school, school policies, and student life at Youree Drive Middle School.
🗓️ Date: Monday, August 11th
⏰ Time: 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: YDMS Auditorium
👥 Who: Parents/Guardians
We'll be covering:
Helpful hints for a smooth transition from elementary to middle school.
Important school policies and procedures.
Facts about student life at YDMS.
We look forward to seeing you there! #YDMS #SpartanPride #BackToSchool
Calling all Spartans! 📣
Spirit Store and EPI school supply pickup is happening now! Come get your gear and supplies for the new school year.
🗓️ Dates & Times:
Monday, Aug. 11th: 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 12th: 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Attention:
On Monday, PTSA will have a limited quantity of spirit items available to purchase.
School supplies were available for pre-order only, and there are no additional items for sale.
See you there, Spartans! 💛 #SpartanPride #BackToSchool
Spirit Store and EPI school supply pickup is happening now! Come get your gear and supplies for the new school year.
🗓️ Dates & Times:
Monday, Aug. 11th: 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 12th: 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Attention:
On Monday, PTSA will have a limited quantity of spirit items available to purchase.
School supplies were available for pre-order only, and there are no additional items for sale.
See you there, Spartans! 💛 #SpartanPride #BackToSchool
