Weekly Bulletin 9/6 – 9/12 – Pioneer Middle School

PIONEER MIDDLE SCHOOL WEEKLY BULLETIN

General Information

From the Principal

Just a reminder parents, absences must be cleared within 3 days of the absence, this includes submission of doctors notes. For your convenience these may be emailed to: [email protected]
Picture Make Ups: Friday, September 11th by Island Photography (School Code: 709) — Mrs. Anderson

Upcoming Events

Panther Wellness Hub

During the month of August, students will participate in the counseling lesson Meet the Counselor & Counseling Services. Students will learn how to access support at school, identify trusted adults, and understand the many ways school counseling supports academic, social-emotional, and student success needs.
The goal is to help every Panther feel supported, connected, safe, and ready for a successful school year!
Need to See the Counselor? New Counseling Support Request Form: Please use the new counseling support request form for the 2026-2027 school year. This form replaces the form used last year and may be completed by students, staff, or families to request counseling support for a student.

Attendance Policies

Please report absences daily by calling the attendance hotline at 584-0112 ext 1. You can also email a doctor’s note to [email protected].
If a notification is not received from the parent within three days of an absence, the absence will be considered unexcused (AR 5113).
Absences exceeding 3 consecutive days requires a doctor’s note or the absences will be unexcused.
After 6 days in total, a doctor’s note will be required every time a child is absent or it will be unexcused.
Student Sign-Out Policy: Parents, it is required to have a valid form of ID every time you come to sign your student out of school early. If you do not have your ID with you, you will not be allowed to sign your student out. No Exceptions.

Weekly Menu

Monday 9/07: No School (Labor Day)
Tuesday 9/08:
- Breakfast: Cereal
- Lunch: Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Wednesday 9/09:
- Breakfast: Cinnamon Bun
- Lunch: Beef & Cheese Taco
Thursday 9/10:
- Breakfast: Apple Frudel
- Lunch: BBQ Rib Sandwich
Friday 9/11:
- Breakfast: Honey Bun
- Lunch: Pizza
Daily Options:
- Breakfast: Assorted Fruits, Juice & Milk
- Lunch: Assorted Vegetables and Fruits, Juice & Milk
Meal Details: Breakfast and Lunch are FREE daily. Breakfast time: 7:30–8:15 AM. One milk is included with the meal. Additional Milk is $0.50. Menu is subject to change without notice.

Activities This Week

Monday 9/07:
- NO SCHOOL – LABOR DAY
Tuesday 9/08:
- Flag Football Game @ Kings River-Hardwick – 3:30 PM (Parents pick up your student at KRH)
- JV & Varsity Volleyball Game at Citrus MS – JV @ 3:30 PM, V @ 4:30 PM
- Cross Country Practice – 3:20 – 4:20 PM
- Band & Guard Rehearsal – 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Wednesday 9/09:
- Cross Country Practice – 2:30 – 3:30 PM
- JV & Varsity Volleyball Practice – 2:30 – 4:00 PM
- Flag Football Game @ Riverdale – 3:30 PM
Thursday 9/10:
- Cross Country Meet @ Ridgeview Middle School – 4:00 PM
- Flag Football Practice – 3:30 – 5:00 PM
- JV & Varsity Volleyball Practice – 3:30 – 5:00 PM
- Band & Guard Rehearsal – 3:30 – 5:30 PM
Friday 9/11:
- Cross Country Practice – 3:20 – 4:20 PM

Mental Health Information

If your child is experiencing mental health difficulties, please contact your health care provider or please call our school counselor Mrs. Freitas at 559-584-0112 ext. 2103 or [email protected].
Note: If you are experiencing Homelessness and need access to local resources, please contact the school at 584-0112.

Weekly Bulletin 9/6 – 9/12