YDMS P.E. Uniforms are on sale!
$12 tops
$12 bottoms (have drawstring)
Go to www.youreedrive.com and click on Local Level.
*PE uniforms are required and apart of the PE grade.
Today is the ABSOLUTE LAST DAY to put down your deposit for the 8th Grade Louisiana Tour!
Right now, we are still far away from our requirement of 20 students.
Here’s the catch: If we don't hit 20 students TODAY, the trip will have to be canceled. ❌
We don't want our 8th graders to miss out on this incredible memory with their friends!
Need more information or want to sign up?
- Go to youreedrive.com
- Click on "8th Grade Louisiana Tour" for full trip information and to secure your deposit today!
Tag or send this to other 8th grade parents so we can make this trip happen! 🙌
Parent-Teacher Conferences are right around the corner! Please use the link below to schedule a meeting with your child's teacher(s) for Thursday, October 1st from 4:00pm-7:30pm.
👉 www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/page/parent-conferences
🗓 Important Schedule Notes:
• Thursday, Oct 1st: Full day of school for students
• Friday, Oct 2nd: No school for students
We look forward to connecting with you! 🍎✏️
Please join us in giving a huge shoutout to our YDMS Support Person of the Year, Hope Bryant! 🎉👏
Behind every smooth school day, every welcoming smile, and every student success story is someone like Mrs. Bryant. Her dedication, hard work, and kind heart keep our entire school community running seamlessly. She is the glue that holds us together, and we are endlessly grateful for everything she does.
Thank you, Mrs. Bryant, for your unwavering commitment and for making our school a brighter place every single day.
Please join us in giving a massive round of applause to the YDMS Teacher of the Year, Kiedeja Jackson! 🏆🍎
Ms. Jackson consistently goes above and beyond to inspire, challenge, and support her students every single day. Thank you, Ms. Jackson, for shaping the minds of tomorrow and pouring your heart into your classroom. We are so lucky to have you!
🎉 GET READY FOR THE SPARTANS DO GOOD CARNIVAL! 🎉
Join Youree Drive Middle School for an unforgettable afternoon of fun, games, and giving back! A portion of all proceeds will benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. 🎈🎪
📅 Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
⏰ Time: 2:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
🎟️ TICKET & PACKAGE OPTIONS
👕 OPTION 1: The Ultimate Spartan Package — $30 (Best Value!)
Custom Spartans Do Good carnival shirt
Wristband for UNLIMITED access to all games & inflatables
Permission to dress down on carnival day (wearing your new shirt!)
‼️ DEADLINE: Must purchase by October 12th at 12:00 p.m. (Noon)!
🎟️ OPTION 2: Unlimited Fun Wristband — $20 Early Bird
Wristband for UNLIMITED access to all games & inflatables
‼️ EARLY BIRD DEADLINE: Purchase by October 27th to secure the $20 rate! (Price increases to $25 after this date).
🍿 SINGLE TICKETS
Single tickets are sold in denominations of $5, $10, and $20. Tickets are for food and games!
💻 HOW TO PURCHASE:
Head over to www.youreedrive.com and click on Local Level to buy your packages and tickets online!
⚠️ IMPORTANT REQUIREMENTS:
Students must adhere to the behavior contract and settle all fines/fees to attend.
No refunds.
Let’s come together, have fun, and support a great cause! See you there, Spartans! 🖤💛 #SpartanPride #DoGoodCarnival #StJude #YoureeDriveMiddle
We are incredibly proud of these outstanding students for their dedication, hard work, and leadership:
👏 Sy'Ryian Barnes
👏 Gavin Harris
👏 Cooper Kneubuhl
👏 Colin McClenahan
👏 Alex Shine
👏 Kinsley Stokes
👏 Levi Sumrall
👏 Reilynn Vazquez
👏 Yousef Zeidan
#StudentOfTheYear #AcademicExcellence #StudentLeaders #ProudSchool #CaddoSchools
🚌 8th Grade Louisiana Tour Update!
If you weren't able to make it to the informational meeting, you can catch up on everything you missed right on the Youree Drive website!
👉 How to find the trip details: Go to youreedrive.com, click on Menu, and find it under Students.
Please reach out if you have any questions after reviewing the page. We are so excited for this trip! ⚜️
#YoureeDrive #8thGrade #LouisianaTour #SchoolTrip
🍧 Kona Ice is coming to Youree Drive Tuesday! 🎉
Order online, and your student will receive an Express Pass to skip the cash line! ⚡️
⏰ Online ordering closes Monday night at midnight!
Order here:
https://customer.kona-ice.com/#/K114X88010817
Bring out your favorite jersey to support your team. You don't want to miss this event on Friday, September 11, from 2:30–4:30 PM. Can't stay for the whole dance? Catch your bus or ride at 3:25 PM.
Limited tickets available—only 50 left!
Price: $15 (Purchased via www.youreedrive.com under Local Level)
Deadline: Tickets must be bought by Wednesday, Sept. 9th @ 5:00 PM before the price goes up.
Perk: Buying a ticket gets you a free dress down day on Friday! You can wear your favorite jersey or regular clothes, including jeans with no rips or tears above the knee, and athletic shorts (no shorter than 4 inches above the knee).
Dress Code Rules: All attire must follow Caddo Parish School Board policy. No crocs or hoodies allowed.
Are you interested in sending your 8th grader on the upcoming Louisiana Tour? Join us for a mandatory parent informational meeting to get all the details regarding trip itineraries, dates, costs, and expectations.
Meeting Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, September 10th
⏰ Time: 5:30 PM
📍 Location: YDMS Auditorium
🎓 Who: Parents and 8th Grade Students
Please note: A parent or guardian must attend if your student is interested in participating.
We look forward to seeing you there! Go Spartans! 💛🖤
#SpartanPride #LouisianaTour #8thGrade #ParentMeeting #SchoolTrip
