Sweetwater Middle School

SMS Open House

Summer is winding down and it's time for the Mustangs to return to school. We have missed our students and are ready to see all of your smiling faces!

Please note that third grade will now attend East Ridge Elementary.

📢 Important Notice: Returning Student Registration Required

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As we prepare for the upcoming school year, we kindly ask that you complete your student’s Returning Student Registration through the Ascender Parent Portal as soon as possible.

Completing these forms is essential for your student to easily pick up their class schedule during Open House and to meet their teachers without delay.

If you have not yet completed the registration, please log in to the Parent Portal or contact the school office for assistance. You may also email tamra.burt@sweetwaterisd.net with any questions.

Thank you for your prompt attention to this important matter!

Parents: great news! 🎉 The Ascender Parent Portal for Sweetwater ISD will be ready soon for returning student registration:

Portal Downtime: Maintenance starts Thursday, July 17 at 1 PM.

Registration Opens: Tuesday, July 22, returning-student registration will go live in the Parent Portal. You’ll find the link under the “Parents and Students” section of our website or you can use this link: https://portals14.ascendertx.com/ParentPortal/login?distid=177902

On the 22nd:

1. Log in to your Ascender Parent Portal.
2. Click the Returning Student Registration link under your student’s name.
3. Complete all forms—contact info, emergency contacts, health details, residency, releases, socioeconomic forms etc.—and upload any supporting documents
4. Submit and look for confirmation email.

Tip: Use a computer or tablet—not mobile—for a smoother experience

Completing the returning student registration ensures your student’s information is accurate, up-to-date, and confirms their enrollment for the upcoming school year. Every student (even if nothing has changed) must be registered online.

If you have trouble logging into your Parent Portal, contact your student’s school or email tamra.burt@sweetwaterisd.net.

Sweetwater ISD Names Reggy Spencer as Lone Finalist for Superintendent

Colt Camp Reminder - Friday August 8, 2025

📣 Attention Sweetwater ISD Families! Please take a moment to review the updated Dress Code for the 2025–2026 school year. 📄 You can access the full PDF here: https://5il.co/3lmt8 🌐 Or visit our website at www.sweetwaterisd.net under the Parents and Students menu. Let’s work together to ensure a smooth and successful start to the school year!

House Bill 1481

Parents! Please remember that all incoming 7th, 9th and 11th graders will need to complete a physical to be eligible to participate in sports or marching band for the 2025-2026 school year. Athletes that may have had an injury during the 2024-2025 school year must also have a physical regardless of grade. All athletes need to have their information updated in Rank One. Please sign in and complete the medical history form, etc. at https://sweetwaterisd.rankone.com

Log in to your SISD Ascender Parent Portal for STAAR results.

Sweetwater ISD Transportation Department is now signing students up for the 25-26 bus routes. You may access the sign up sheet by coping the below URL address to your search bar or through our website . https://forms.gle/jiX1SQWZh7hKRNmP7 If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Thank You, Sweetwater ISD Transportation Department

This year, we are both joyful and a little bittersweet as we celebrate the retirement of four incredible educators who have poured their hearts, time, and talents into shaping generations of students. Joy Coleman Larry Hopple Coach Russel Lucas Rosie Lucas Your dedication, compassion, and unwavering commitment to education have left an unforgettable mark on our school and community. You’ve inspired countless young minds and touched even more hearts.

2025 Summer Strength and Conditioning Schedule

Sweetwater ISD Early Release Schedule Thursday 5-22-25 SISD Daycare-SISD Staff Children Only 2:00PM, Community Care No Early Release Southeast Early Childhood 12:30PM Southeast Elementary 12:30PM East Ridge Elementary 12:30PM Sweetwater Intermediate 12:30PM Sweetwater Middle School 12:45PM Sweetwater High School 12:02 PM (Student may stay until 12:35 if eating lunch.) Friday-5-23-25 SISD Daycare-Staff Daycare Hours8:00AM-1:45PM, Community Care Regular Hours

Attention current 7th Grade Families

For several years now, the SMS 8th graders have dissected frogs at the end of the year to celebrate their work in science through middle school. Mr. Doggett is doing this today and the kiddos are having fun getting their "hands dirty" and doing some fun science. Great job Mr. Doggett! Thank you for all that you do for our kids!

Congratulations to these 6th grade authors from Ms. Riddle’s classes! They entered the fight or flight writing contest and have been selected to be published in the book Fight or Flight — US Tales of Imagination!

The SMS Choirs traveled to Lubbock on Friday to perform and compete in the Irons Choral Festival. All 3 choirs brought back 1st Division Superior Ratings and a trophy. Please see their picture and congratulate these students and Mrs. Doggett for an awesome job representing SMS.

Summer Food Rocks! Sweetwater Intermediate School June 2nd to June 26th Monday thru Thursday (Closed June 19) Breakfast: 8am to 8:30am Lunch: 11:30am to 12pm

Please join us in congratulating Mr. Larry Hopple on being named Sweetwater Middle School's 2025 Teacher of the Year! 🎉 Mr. Hopple’s dedication, creativity, and unwavering support for his students have made a lasting impact in our classrooms and community. We’re so proud to have such an inspiring educator on our team!