Your Voice Matters, Spartans Parents! 🗣️
A huge thank you to everyone who made our inaugural YDMS Parent Teacher Conference Day a success!
Now, we need your input! We are committed to making future events the best they can be. What worked well? What could we improve? Your feedback is essential for helping us strengthen the partnership between home and school.
Help us make YDMS even better! Click the link below:
➡️ Share Your Feedback: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJsf8L3ytpJASw_rBkgu8GzQ8XlGYuvUQdUnb9Kkwj2lKRAA/viewform?usp=header
#YDMSSpartans #ParentTeacherConference #Feedback #weloveithere
A huge thank you to everyone who made our inaugural YDMS Parent Teacher Conference Day a success!
Now, we need your input! We are committed to making future events the best they can be. What worked well? What could we improve? Your feedback is essential for helping us strengthen the partnership between home and school.
Help us make YDMS even better! Click the link below:
➡️ Share Your Feedback: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfJsf8L3ytpJASw_rBkgu8GzQ8XlGYuvUQdUnb9Kkwj2lKRAA/viewform?usp=header
#YDMSSpartans #ParentTeacherConference #Feedback #weloveithere
Get ready to smile and say "Cheese!" It's School Picture Day next week! 🤩
To make sure we get everyone looking their best, we've split the days:
Monday, October 20th: Pictures for Boys.
Tuesday, October 21st: Pictures for Girls.
Just a reminder: students must wear their normal school uniform for their pictures.
To make sure we get everyone looking their best, we've split the days:
Monday, October 20th: Pictures for Boys.
Tuesday, October 21st: Pictures for Girls.
Just a reminder: students must wear their normal school uniform for their pictures.
✨ Get ready for the most exciting event of the year! ✨
The Spartans Do Good Carnival is coming to Yourree Drive Middle School on October 30, 2025 (2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)! Expect inflatables, games, delicious food, awesome prizes, and more – all for a great cause!
🎉 Don't Miss the Early Bird Discount! 🎉 Secure your Unlimited Fun Wristband for just $20! That's endless games and inflatables! Mark your calendars: this special price is only available if you purchase by October 24th. After that, wristbands will be $25.
Can't commit to a wristband? No worries! Individual tickets ($5, $10, $20) will be sold for food, drinks, and activities on the day.
Every ticket helps benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Join us for an afternoon of fun that makes a difference!
🔗 Find out more and purchase your wristband here: www.youreedrive.com (Look for "Local Level"!)
#DoGoodFeelGood #SchoolCarnival #FamilyFun #SupportStJude
The Spartans Do Good Carnival is coming to Yourree Drive Middle School on October 30, 2025 (2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.)! Expect inflatables, games, delicious food, awesome prizes, and more – all for a great cause!
🎉 Don't Miss the Early Bird Discount! 🎉 Secure your Unlimited Fun Wristband for just $20! That's endless games and inflatables! Mark your calendars: this special price is only available if you purchase by October 24th. After that, wristbands will be $25.
Can't commit to a wristband? No worries! Individual tickets ($5, $10, $20) will be sold for food, drinks, and activities on the day.
Every ticket helps benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Join us for an afternoon of fun that makes a difference!
🔗 Find out more and purchase your wristband here: www.youreedrive.com (Look for "Local Level"!)
#DoGoodFeelGood #SchoolCarnival #FamilyFun #SupportStJude
📢 Important Reminder for Youree Drive Parents! 📢
Just a friendly reminder about Parent-Teacher Conferences happening tomorrow, Thursday, October 16th!
If you haven't signed up yet, the deadline to register is 9:00 AM TOMORROW morning! Don't miss this opportunity to meet with your child's teacher(s).
➡️ Schedule your conference here: www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/page/parent-conferences
Also, please note that tomorrow, Thursday, October 16th, will be a half-day for students. Dismissal will be at 12:00 PM. Students will receive a grab-and-go lunch before heading home.
And remember, there is NO SCHOOL on Friday!
We look forward to seeing you at conferences! #YoureeDrive #ParentTeacherConferences #SchoolReminder
Just a friendly reminder about Parent-Teacher Conferences happening tomorrow, Thursday, October 16th!
If you haven't signed up yet, the deadline to register is 9:00 AM TOMORROW morning! Don't miss this opportunity to meet with your child's teacher(s).
➡️ Schedule your conference here: www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/page/parent-conferences
Also, please note that tomorrow, Thursday, October 16th, will be a half-day for students. Dismissal will be at 12:00 PM. Students will receive a grab-and-go lunch before heading home.
And remember, there is NO SCHOOL on Friday!
We look forward to seeing you at conferences! #YoureeDrive #ParentTeacherConferences #SchoolReminder
Let's hear it for the boys! 📣 A huge congratulations to the talented players who have officially made the Youree Drive Boys' Basketball Teams! We are incredibly proud of your effort and can't wait to see you on the court this season.
Parents & Guardians: To get the season started right, we are holding a mandatory parent meeting on Wednesday, October 15th at 5:00 p.m. in the gym. We will be discussing expectations and important information.
Go Spartans! 🏀
Parents & Guardians: To get the season started right, we are holding a mandatory parent meeting on Wednesday, October 15th at 5:00 p.m. in the gym. We will be discussing expectations and important information.
Go Spartans! 🏀
Hello, Parents! 👋 It's time to connect!
Parent-Teacher Conferences are this Thursday, October 16th. This is a great opportunity to discuss your child's progress with their teachers.
Please use the link below to schedule your appointment(s):
🔗 www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/page/parent-conferences
🗓️ Mark Your Calendars:
🔹 Thursday, Oct. 16th: Early Dismissal at 12:00 p.m. (A grab-and-go lunch will be provided!)
🔹 Friday, Oct. 17th: No School
We look forward to seeing you!
Parent-Teacher Conferences are this Thursday, October 16th. This is a great opportunity to discuss your child's progress with their teachers.
Please use the link below to schedule your appointment(s):
🔗 www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/page/parent-conferences
🗓️ Mark Your Calendars:
🔹 Thursday, Oct. 16th: Early Dismissal at 12:00 p.m. (A grab-and-go lunch will be provided!)
🔹 Friday, Oct. 17th: No School
We look forward to seeing you!
🏃♀️💨 Spartan Pride in XC! 🖤💛
A huge congratulations to our Youree Drive Spartan Cross Country Team on their outstanding performance at the meet!
✨ Girls Team – 2nd Place
✨ Boys Team – 2nd Place
🙌 And every single girl runner finished in the Top 10!
Way to go, Spartans — your hard work, endurance, and team spirit shine bright! 🏅💪
#SpartanStrong #SpartanProud #CrossCountry #GoForTheGold
🏀 BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS – ROUND 2 🏀
7th & 8th grade boys, it’s your time!
📅 Saturday, October 4
🕘 9:00–10:30 a.m.
👉 Must have no failing grades
👉 Be sure your ride is on time for pick-up
Let’s go Spartans! 💙💛 #SpartanProud
🚨 LAST CALL! LAST CALL! 🚨
The deadline to order your "Spartans Do Good" Carnival T-Shirt is tonight! Don't miss this opportunity!
👕 This shirt is your "all-access pass" to the carnival, giving your student:
Full access to all games and inflatables!
Free dress bottoms on carnival day!
It becomes an approved school uniform shirt after the event!
The order window CLOSES TONIGHT. Get yours now before it's too late!
ORDER & CARNIVAL DETAILS HERE:
[www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/page/do-good-carnival-2024-copy]
The deadline to order your "Spartans Do Good" Carnival T-Shirt is tonight! Don't miss this opportunity!
👕 This shirt is your "all-access pass" to the carnival, giving your student:
Full access to all games and inflatables!
Free dress bottoms on carnival day!
It becomes an approved school uniform shirt after the event!
The order window CLOSES TONIGHT. Get yours now before it's too late!
ORDER & CARNIVAL DETAILS HERE:
[www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/page/do-good-carnival-2024-copy]
Louisiana Tour Packets are available now, but act quickly!
We have a strict limit of 50 available spots for 8th graders. Get your packet from Ms. Saulsbury's room or the Front Office and get signed up before they are all gone! 🎒
We have a strict limit of 50 available spots for 8th graders. Get your packet from Ms. Saulsbury's room or the Front Office and get signed up before they are all gone! 🎒
🎉📚 Spartan Strong! 📚🎉
YDMS has earned the Attendance Award for the month of September with an incredible 95% attendance rate! 🙌💙💛
👏 Way to go, Spartans — showing up, standing out, and making every day count! 🏫✨
#SpartanProud #AttendanceMatters #GoSpartans
Get ready for the Spartans Do Good Carnival! 🥳
DON'T FORGET! Tomorrow is the deadline to grab your official carnival shirt!
Here's a sneak peek at what the new Youree Drive Middle School "Spartans Do Good" shirts look like.
👕 Wearing this new shirt on the day of the carnival gives you:
- Full access to all games and inflatables!
- Free dress bottoms for the day!
Remember, this isn't just a carnival shirt—it will become an approved school uniform shirt after the event! Don't miss out on this special edition.
Here are all the carnival details:
www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/page/do-good-carnival-2024-copy
DON'T FORGET! Tomorrow is the deadline to grab your official carnival shirt!
Here's a sneak peek at what the new Youree Drive Middle School "Spartans Do Good" shirts look like.
👕 Wearing this new shirt on the day of the carnival gives you:
- Full access to all games and inflatables!
- Free dress bottoms for the day!
Remember, this isn't just a carnival shirt—it will become an approved school uniform shirt after the event! Don't miss out on this special edition.
Here are all the carnival details:
www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/page/do-good-carnival-2024-copy
Let's give a HUGE round of applause for our Student of the Year Finalists! 🌟🎉
We are incredibly proud to celebrate these outstanding students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, character, and academic achievement.
Congratulations to:
Kaitlyn Edwards
Alex Huber
Kayson Latson
Teagan Pate
Calypso Palmer
Winter Robertson
Your hard work and dedication are truly inspiring!
#StudentOfTheYear #Finalists #ProudSchool #StudentExcellence #HardWorkPaysOff
We are incredibly proud to celebrate these outstanding students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, character, and academic achievement.
Congratulations to:
Kaitlyn Edwards
Alex Huber
Kayson Latson
Teagan Pate
Calypso Palmer
Winter Robertson
Your hard work and dedication are truly inspiring!
#StudentOfTheYear #Finalists #ProudSchool #StudentExcellence #HardWorkPaysOff
🎉💃🕺 Talk about a winning event! Our Back to School Dance “Get Your Game Face On!” was a total slam dunk. 🏀 Spartans danced, laughed, and scored memories with friends that will last all year long. 🏈⚾ #SpartanNation #VictoryDance #GameFaceOn
Science in Action 🚀🎳
Our 6th grade Spartan scientists explored velocity in a hands-on way using a bowling ball in the hallway! Students sat on either side of the hall while the ball started at rest, showing static friction with balanced forces.
When a student pushed it, the forces became unbalanced and the ball moved switching to dynamic friction. As the ball rolled past, students gave it a perpendicular push, which changed both its direction and speed.
And just like that… Tadah! 🎉 Velocity in action!
Don't miss out! The deadline to order your "Spartans Do Good Carnival" t-shirt is this week. This year features a new color, so be sure to get yours before the deadline—no late orders will be accepted. Remember, the t-shirt purchase includes unlimited access to games and inflatables at the carnival!
Note: Only this year's new color t-shirt can be worn for free dress and to get unlimited access to games and inflatables. Last year's shirts will not be accepted.
Help us give a HUGE congratulations to Ms. Holder for being named our YDMS Support Staff of the Year! 🎉
Ms. Holder's dedication and kindness make a difference in our hallways every single day. If she has ever helped you, made you smile, or supported your student, we'd love to hear about it!
👇 Share a favorite memory or a word of thanks for Ms. Holder in the comments below! Let's show her how much she is appreciated.
#StaffOfTheYear #MakingADifference #SpartanPride #CaddoSchools
Ms. Holder's dedication and kindness make a difference in our hallways every single day. If she has ever helped you, made you smile, or supported your student, we'd love to hear about it!
👇 Share a favorite memory or a word of thanks for Ms. Holder in the comments below! Let's show her how much she is appreciated.
#StaffOfTheYear #MakingADifference #SpartanPride #CaddoSchools
🎉 HUGE congratulations to Ms. Lauren Brooke Saulsbury for being named YDMS Teacher of the Year for 2025-2026! 🍎✏️
We are incredibly proud and grateful for her dedication, passion, and commitment to our students. She truly embodies the spirit of a Spartan!
Join us in celebrating Ms. Saulsbury and all her hard work! Way to go!
#TeacherOfTheYear #SpartanPride #EducationExcellence #MsSaulbury #ProudSchool #CaddoSchools
We are incredibly proud and grateful for her dedication, passion, and commitment to our students. She truly embodies the spirit of a Spartan!
Join us in celebrating Ms. Saulsbury and all her hard work! Way to go!
#TeacherOfTheYear #SpartanPride #EducationExcellence #MsSaulbury #ProudSchool #CaddoSchools
Did you miss the deadline to get your dance tickets? Don't worry! You can still buy late tickets for $15 until 9 a.m. on Thursday, September 25. Get yours so you don't miss out on the Back to School Dance this Friday, September 26, from 2:30-4:30 p.m.!
Calling all future basketball stars! 🏀
Boys Basketball Tryouts are happening this Saturday, September 27th at Youree Drive Middle School!
Mark your calendars with these times:
6th Grade: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
7th Grade: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
8th Grade: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Important Reminders:
You cannot have any failing grades to participate.
Once your tryout time is over, please do not hang around.
Make sure your ride is there on time to pick you up!
Good luck to everyone trying out! We're excited to see you there!
#YoureeDriveMiddleSchool #BasketballTryouts #SchoolSports #FutureAthletes
Boys Basketball Tryouts are happening this Saturday, September 27th at Youree Drive Middle School!
Mark your calendars with these times:
6th Grade: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
7th Grade: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
8th Grade: 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Important Reminders:
You cannot have any failing grades to participate.
Once your tryout time is over, please do not hang around.
Make sure your ride is there on time to pick you up!
Good luck to everyone trying out! We're excited to see you there!
#YoureeDriveMiddleSchool #BasketballTryouts #SchoolSports #FutureAthletes
