💜 KINDNESS REMINDER, SPARTANS! 💜
Don't forget! Tomorrow, Thursday, November 13th, we are celebrating World Kindness Day!
Show your support and join the YDMS Student Council by wearing a purple shirt with your uniform bottoms. There is no cost to participate!
We are hoping to get the entire student body represented in a school-wide photo, so let's show our Spartan spirit and spread kindness!
See you tomorrow in your purple!
#YDMS #WorldKindnessDay #SpartanPride #WearPurple #Kindness
🌟 Homeroom Heroes: Ms. Saulsbury's class is currently dominating the leaderboard with an impressive 68 donations! Can your homeroom catch up?
👕 Grade Level Goal: A big congrats to 8th Grade for being in the lead for the ultimate prize: Free Dress Day!
Keep donating, everyone! Every can counts! ❤️
📣 Attention 8th Graders – Pre-Order Today! 🎉 Don’t miss out on the ultimate middle school memento!
Celebrate your final year with the official 8th Grade Commemorative T-Shirt or Sweatshirt. This is a special pre-order opportunity you won’t want to miss!
✨ Important Details:
We will only be ordering the exact quantity pre-ordered. No extras will be available after the deadline.
Every student’s name will be proudly printed on the back!
Families are encouraged to show their support by ordering a shirt or sweatshirt too—make it a keepsake for everyone!
📝 Name Verification Reminder: All 8th grade students have been instructed to check the spelling of their names in Canvas. Please confirm with your student that this step has been completed.
Names have already been submitted to the printer. Any corrections must be sent to me no later than Wednesday, November 19th. After this date, no changes will be accepted.
💻 How to Purchase: Visit youreedrive.com and click on Local Level to place your pre-order.
✅ All purchases must be completed by Wednesday, November 19th.
Spartans, let’s come together to support our community! From Nov. 5–14, bring in new, unopened food items—no glass containers, please!
Each day has a fun theme: 📅 PB&J, Soup, Fruits & Veggies, Breakfast, Pasta, Mac & Cheese, Canned Meats, Spices & Oils—check the flyer for your day’s focus!
🎉 Daily prizes for the class with the highest donations 👕 FREE DRESS DAY for the grade level that brings in the most items overall!
Let’s show what Spartan generosity looks like. Every can counts, every donation makes a difference. 💪 #SpartansDoGood #YDMSFoodDrive #CommunityStrong
Tonight, our YOUREE DRIVE SPARTANS face off against the North Caddo Wolfpack in the FOOTBALL SEMIFINALS! Let’s pack the stands at Lee Hedges Stadium and show up LOUD, PROUD, and UNITED 💛
📅 November 11, 2025
🕕 Kickoff at 6:00 P.M.
📍 Lee Hedges Stadium
🎟️ Grab your tickets now: www.youreedrive.com → Click Local Level
Bring your spirit and your Spartan pride. Let’s cheer our team to victory! 💪 #SpartanStrong #SemifinalShowdown #WeAreYouree
🥎 YOUREE DRIVE SOFTBALL IS HEADED TO THE SEMIFINALS!
It’s time to show up and show out for our Youree Drive Spartans! Our softball team is fighting for a spot in the championship, and they need your support in the semifinals!
We want to pack the stands and be the loudest crowd there!
Game Details:
What: Semifinal Softball Game
When: Monday, November 10, 2025, at 5:30 P.M.
Where: Northwood High School
TICKETS ARE REQUIRED! Get yours now before the game using either link below:
➡️ https://donniebickham.caddoschools.org/
➡️ https://www.locallevelevents.com/events/details/42512
Let's Go Spartans! Bring your spirit and wear your colors!🖤💛🖤💛
#YoureeDrive #SpartanSoftball #Semifinals #GoSpartans #YDMS
POSTPONED!
Youree Drive Middle School Girls Soccer Tryouts
The new tryout date is:
Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:15 PM
Location: Field next to the Gym
Required Gear: Shin guards and either cleats or tennis shoes. Also, bring water—no one likes a parched athlete!
• Approved styles: Zipper Jackets, Sweatshirts, Quarter Zips, and Jean Jackets.
• 🚫 A crucial reminder: No hoods on your outerwear. We are a no hoodie school.
• Logos must be small (up to 3 inches)
Looking for an amazing educational experience? Our LA School Tour is still open for applications! Don't miss this incredible opportunity.
Stop by Ms. Saulsbury's room for a packet or questions!
We've Got Great News! The 'Pay Schools NOW' system is officially fixed, and you can now easily make partial payments again. Thank you for your patience! 🎉
We're committed to making things as smooth as possible for you. Go Spartans! 💛🖤
#LASchoolTour #AdmissionsOpen #ApplyNow #Spartans #Education #SchoolLife #GoodNews
In our pursuit of Excellence. Every One. Every Day., this is your opportunity to explore the unique, challenging, and specialized programs Caddo Parish has to offer.
Application Window: October 1, 2025, to January 9, 2026.
Don't miss the deadline to invest in your child's future!
Learn more and apply here: https://magnetapplication.com/
#CaddoExcellence #ExcellenceEveryOneEveryDay #MagnetSchools #ApplicationsOpen #SchoolYear20262027
If you’re a PTSA member, get ready for a great time! Here’s what you can look forward to:
🌟 Free Dress Day for all PTSA members
🍕 Pizza Party during 8th period
🎲 Games
🎧 Beats Giveaway – 1 set for every 100 members!
📌Not a member yet? There’s still time to join! Visit www.youreedrive.com and click on Local Level.
📌Not sure if you have joined PTSA? Check list on Canvas.
😀 Don’t miss out on the fun – we can’t wait to see you there!
Get ready to show your skills, Spartans! 🥅
📅 Boys Tryouts: Thursday, November 6, 2025
📅 Girls Tryouts: Friday, November 7, 2025
📍 Youree Drive Middle School — Field next to the gym
⏰ 4:00–5:15 PM
👟 Wear shin guards and either cleats or tennis shoes
💧 Bring water
🖱️ Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up!
Questions? Contact:
📧 nburton@caddoschools.org
📧 asalinas@caddoschools.org
Direct Links
Boys https://forms.gle/omgmXZiAYhCkVqht8
Girls https://forms.gle/4L4Zrs7631iXcKs66
Monday, November 3rd
Wear your jersey/uniform
Cross Country, Softball, Volleyball, Football, Cheer, Pep Squad
🎃 Halloween Dress Down Day is THIS Friday, Oct. 31st! 👻
Pay your $5 now for the opportunity to wear a Halloween costume or street clothes!
COST: $5
PAYMENT: Online ONLY at www.youreedrive.com (Click "Local Level").
NO CASH accepted!
⚠️ QUICK RULES CHECK:
✅ Makeup is OK!
🚫 NO Masks
🚫 NO Blow-up costumes
🚫 NO Fake weapons
🚫 NO Hoodies, crocs, slides, leggings, or tights
🚫 NO Pajamas or Onesies
👖 Shorts/skirts must be 4" above the knee.
👖 No rips in jeans above the knee.
Purchase now so you don't miss out! Deadline is Oct. 30th!
To make sure every student can enjoy the fun worry-free, Thursday will be a NO BACKPACK DAY. Students can still bring a lunch bag or a small purse to keep their essential items in. See you there!
TONIGHT is your absolute last chance to PREORDER your punch cards and wristbands! 🚨
Secure your passes tonight, and you'll get to skip the long lines when you arrive! Don't wait—this offer ends at midnight.
To purchase, go to YDMS.com and click on 'local level'.
