🎉 YDMS PTSA Fun Day is THIS Friday! 🎉

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!

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⚽💛 SPARTAN SOCCER TRYOUTS ARE HERE! 💛⚽

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

1 day ago, Youree Drive Middle School
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Fall Sports Team Photos
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Wear your jersey/uniform
Cross Country, Softball, Volleyball, Football, Cheer, Pep Squad
2 days ago, Youree Drive Middle School
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We had a spooky good day at YDMS! 👻 Check out just a few of the amazing Halloween costumes our Spartans rocked today! 🕸🧙‍♀️🧛‍♂️ #SpartanProud #SpookySeason
3 days ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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Our YDMS Spartans Do Good Carnival was an amazing success today! 🌟 The weather was perfect, the energy was high, and great fun was had by all. 🎡✨ Thank you to our students, families, volunteers, and YDMS staff for helping make this event so special. Because of you, we’re able to support St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and continue teaching our Spartans the power of giving back. 💛 A special shout-out to Ms. Saulsbury and Mrs. Githens for organizing this incredible event and leading with heart. 💪🏽💛 #SpartanProud #SpartansDoGood #YDMSGivesBack
4 days ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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🎃 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!

4 days ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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Get ready, Spartans! 🎉 The YDMS Do Good Carnival is THIS THURSDAY! 🎡

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!
5 days ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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📢 Last Call: Play First! 📢

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'.
6 days ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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🎉 Honors Assemblies
👏 Friday, October 31st
6th grade – AB Honor Roll (3.0 or higher/No C’s) – 9:00 a.m. 📚👏
7th grade – AB Honor Roll (3.0 or higher/NO C’s) – 9:30 a.m. 📖🌟
8th grade – AB Honor Roll (3.0 or higher/No C’s) – 10:00 a.m. 🏅👍

6th/7th/8th – Straight A’s (Principal’s List) – 10:30 a.m. 🤩👨‍🎓 Lunch with Principal at 1:30 p.m. (cafeteria, students only). 🍗 🥤
#Honors #AcademicExcellence #YDMS #Awards #SpartanProud #SpartansTodayLeadersTomorrow
6 days ago, Youree Drive Middle School
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Mark your calendars! 🎃 Our Halloween Dress Down Day is Friday, Oct. 31st!

Details:

Pay $5 to wear regular clothes or a costume.

Pay online ONLY at www.youreedrive.com (Click Local Level).

NO CASH ACCEPTED!

Rules Check:

✅ Makeup is OK!

🚫 NO Masks

🚫 NO Blow-up costumes

🚫 NO Fake weapons

🚫 NO Hoodies, crocs, slides, leggings, or tights

👖 Shorts/skirts must be 4" above the knee.

👖 No rips in jeans above the knee.

Let's have a fun and safe day!
7 days ago, Youree Drive Middle School
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TOMORROW IS THE LAST DAY!
⏰ Don't miss the Early Bird Discount for the Spartans Do Good Carnival!

Get your Unlimited Fun Wristband for just $20 and unlock endless inflatables and games. This special price ends October 24th! After that, they jump to $25.

Join us on October 30th (2:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.) for a blast benefitting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital!

🔗 Buy your $20 wristband now: www.youreedrive.com (Look for "Local Level"!)

#SpartansDoGood #SchoolCarnival #SupportStJude
11 days ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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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
17 days ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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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.
17 days ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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✨ 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
18 days ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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📢 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
19 days ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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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! 🏀
20 days ago, Youree Drive Middle School
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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!
21 days ago, Youree Drive Middle School
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🏃‍♀️💨 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
about 1 month ago, Youree Drive Middle School
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🏀 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
about 1 month ago, Youree Drive Middle School
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🚨 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]
about 1 month ago, Brooke Saulsbury
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