Sweetwater ISD students and staff will have Monday, May 4 off as we use one of our built-in bad weather days. We hope everyone enjoys the long weekend!
🎉What a weekend for our incredible students at the TMSCA competition! 🎉
Ten of our talented learners traveled to San Antonio to compete against 3A schools from across the state—and they showed up ready to shine!
👏 Huge congratulations to our Top 20 finishers:
🔹 Ian Sexton – 11th place, 7th Grade Science
🔹 Maxson Pich – 20th place, 8th Grade Number Sense & 17th place, 8th Grade Math
🔹 Jacobi Williams – 20th place, 8th Grade Math
🔹 Emmalyn Sanchez – 18th place, 6th Grade Science
Every single student represented us with outstanding effort, great sportsmanship, and excellent behavior. Beyond the competition, they had fun, learned so much, and made the most of this amazing opportunity.
We are incredibly proud of these students for putting in the extra time, stepping up to the challenge, and giving it their all.
Ten of our talented learners traveled to San Antonio to compete against 3A schools from across the state—and they showed up ready to shine!
👏 Huge congratulations to our Top 20 finishers:
🔹 Ian Sexton – 11th place, 7th Grade Science
🔹 Maxson Pich – 20th place, 8th Grade Number Sense & 17th place, 8th Grade Math
🔹 Jacobi Williams – 20th place, 8th Grade Math
🔹 Emmalyn Sanchez – 18th place, 6th Grade Science
Every single student represented us with outstanding effort, great sportsmanship, and excellent behavior. Beyond the competition, they had fun, learned so much, and made the most of this amazing opportunity.
We are incredibly proud of these students for putting in the extra time, stepping up to the challenge, and giving it their all.
Friendly reminder about SMS STAAR Testing this week. This information was previously shared through Rooms on March 23rd. Thank you for your support
Huge shoutout to Coach McBride for coordinating our SMS “Military Day”! Each branch of the military was set up and available for our 7th and 8th grade students to visit during their lunch periods.
This was a great opportunity for students to learn more about military service and explore future career options. We appreciate the time and effort that went into making this event a success!
This was a great opportunity for students to learn more about military service and explore future career options. We appreciate the time and effort that went into making this event a success!
Last week, we enjoyed celebrating with our STAAR Spirit Week—thank you to everyone who participated and helped make it a success!
This week, SMS will begin STAAR testing with Reading: Tuesday 14th with 7th and 8th Graders, Wednesday 15th the 6th graders will test.
We appreciate your continued support as our students work hard and do their best during testing.
This week, SMS will begin STAAR testing with Reading: Tuesday 14th with 7th and 8th Graders, Wednesday 15th the 6th graders will test.
We appreciate your continued support as our students work hard and do their best during testing.
Middle School Track Meet Update
The track meet originally scheduled for Saturday in Merkel has been moved to Friday.
⏰ Field Events: 3:30 PM
🏃 Running Events: 6:30 PM
Make plans to attend and cheer on our athletes! 🎉
Happy National Assistant Principals Week! 🎉
This week, we proudly recognize and celebrate the incredible Assistant Principals who serve our Sweetwater schools. Your leadership, dedication, and heart make a difference every single day.
✨ Sweetwater High School – Brandie Gee & William Holloway
✨ Sweetwater Middle School – Rusty Rainbolt & Kyle Polk
✨ Sweetwater Intermediate School – Steven Reese
From guiding students to success, supporting teachers, and helping keep our schools running smoothly—you are truly the backbone of our campuses. Your impact does not go unnoticed, and we are deeply grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for your commitment, your compassion, and your unwavering support of excellence in education.
This week, we proudly recognize and celebrate the incredible Assistant Principals who serve our Sweetwater schools. Your leadership, dedication, and heart make a difference every single day.
✨ Sweetwater High School – Brandie Gee & William Holloway
✨ Sweetwater Middle School – Rusty Rainbolt & Kyle Polk
✨ Sweetwater Intermediate School – Steven Reese
From guiding students to success, supporting teachers, and helping keep our schools running smoothly—you are truly the backbone of our campuses. Your impact does not go unnoticed, and we are deeply grateful for all that you do.
Thank you for your commitment, your compassion, and your unwavering support of excellence in education.
🎉 More Exciting News! 🎉
We are thrilled to share that students from Ms. Osteen’s class have also been named winners in this year’s Unsolved Case Files 6th–12th Grade Writing Contest! 🕵️♀️
Through imaginative plots, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving elements, these students brought their mysteries to life in truly impressive ways. Their entries stood out among competitors and earned them a place in the official contest anthology, set to be published later this year.
Congratulations to these amazing writers on this well-deserved recognition!
We are thrilled to share that students from Ms. Osteen’s class have also been named winners in this year’s Unsolved Case Files 6th–12th Grade Writing Contest! 🕵️♀️
Through imaginative plots, attention to detail, and strong problem-solving elements, these students brought their mysteries to life in truly impressive ways. Their entries stood out among competitors and earned them a place in the official contest anthology, set to be published later this year.
Congratulations to these amazing writers on this well-deserved recognition!
Attention 8th Grade Parents and Students
🎉 Exciting News! 🎉
We are proud to announce that students from Mrs. Toothman’s class have been named winners of this year’s Unsolved Case Files 6th–12th Grade Writing Contest! 🕵️♂️
These talented students showcased exceptional creativity, critical thinking, and storytelling skills through their mystery-based writing. Their work impressed the judges and earned them a spot in the official contest anthology, which will be published later this year.
Congratulations to these outstanding young writers—we can’t wait to see your stories in print!
We are proud to announce that students from Mrs. Toothman’s class have been named winners of this year’s Unsolved Case Files 6th–12th Grade Writing Contest! 🕵️♂️
These talented students showcased exceptional creativity, critical thinking, and storytelling skills through their mystery-based writing. Their work impressed the judges and earned them a spot in the official contest anthology, which will be published later this year.
Congratulations to these outstanding young writers—we can’t wait to see your stories in print!
Congratulations to the SMS Symphonic Band! 🎶
We are thrilled to share that the SMS Symphonic Band earned straight superior ratings in BOTH their stage performance and sight-reading evaluation! 👏🔥
This outstanding accomplishment hasn’t been achieved since 2017, making this moment even more special. Their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence truly paid off this year—and it showed in every performance!
These students have represented our school with pride and excellence. 💫
👉 Be sure to congratulate these amazing musicians when you see them—they’ve earned every bit of this success!
We are thrilled to share that the SMS Symphonic Band earned straight superior ratings in BOTH their stage performance and sight-reading evaluation! 👏🔥
This outstanding accomplishment hasn’t been achieved since 2017, making this moment even more special. Their dedication, perseverance, and commitment to excellence truly paid off this year—and it showed in every performance!
These students have represented our school with pride and excellence. 💫
👉 Be sure to congratulate these amazing musicians when you see them—they’ve earned every bit of this success!
SMS has the best!
❤️🤍 We ❤️ Our Paraprofessionals! 🤍❤️
Sweetwater ISD runs stronger, smoother, and more successfully because of the incredible paraprofessionals who support our students and staff every single day.
From lending a helping hand in the classroom to building meaningful connections with students, your impact does not go unnoticed. You are difference-makers, problem-solvers, and champions for our kids.
Today, on Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, we celebrate YOU and all that you do for Mustang Nation!
Sweetwater ISD runs stronger, smoother, and more successfully because of the incredible paraprofessionals who support our students and staff every single day.
From lending a helping hand in the classroom to building meaningful connections with students, your impact does not go unnoticed. You are difference-makers, problem-solvers, and champions for our kids.
Today, on Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, we celebrate YOU and all that you do for Mustang Nation!
SMS Color Guard
Parent Showcase 2026
Sweetwater Middle School Upper Gym
Friday, May 8
5:30pm-7:30pm
Entry is Free!
Parent Showcase 2026
Sweetwater Middle School Upper Gym
Friday, May 8
5:30pm-7:30pm
Entry is Free!
🚀✨ Ready to explore your future career? ✨🚀
Sweetwater ISD students are invited to the Career Accelerator + Community Connections Camp for Teens hosted by Texas State Technical College!
📍 Location: Sweetwater, TX
📅 Dates: July 14–16, 2026
🎓 Grades: Incoming 7th–9th
💲 Cost: FREE
Students will:
✔️ Visit local companies & explore high-demand careers
✔️ Get hands-on exposure to new technologies like AI
✔️ Build communication and professional skills
✔️ Develop resilience and confidence
✔️ Enjoy meals from local restaurants
🍽️ Lunch & snacks are provided daily!
⏰ Drop-off: 9:00 AM | Pick-up: 3:00 PM
📍 Locations: TSTC Campus or Downtown site
👉 Register now: startuphigh.com/sw
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover career pathways and gain real-world experience!
Sweetwater ISD students are invited to the Career Accelerator + Community Connections Camp for Teens hosted by Texas State Technical College!
📍 Location: Sweetwater, TX
📅 Dates: July 14–16, 2026
🎓 Grades: Incoming 7th–9th
💲 Cost: FREE
Students will:
✔️ Visit local companies & explore high-demand careers
✔️ Get hands-on exposure to new technologies like AI
✔️ Build communication and professional skills
✔️ Develop resilience and confidence
✔️ Enjoy meals from local restaurants
🍽️ Lunch & snacks are provided daily!
⏰ Drop-off: 9:00 AM | Pick-up: 3:00 PM
📍 Locations: TSTC Campus or Downtown site
👉 Register now: startuphigh.com/sw
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover career pathways and gain real-world experience!
🩺✨ Calling all future healthcare leaders! ✨🩺
Sweetwater ISD students—don’t miss this exciting Mini-Medical School + Community Connections Camp for Teens hosted by Texas State Technical College!
📍 Location: Sweetwater, TX
📅 Dates: June 23–25, 2026
👩⚕️ Grades: Incoming 7th–9th
💲 Cost: FREE
Students will:
✔️ Visit healthcare facilities & meet professionals
✔️ Explore high-demand medical careers
✔️ Build communication skills used in patient care
✔️ Develop resilience and confidence
✔️ Enjoy local food experiences
🍽️ Lunch & snacks are provided daily!
⏰ Drop-off: 9:00 AM | Pick-up: 3:00 PM
👉 Register now: startuphigh.com/sw
Spots are limited—sign up today and explore your future in healthcare!
Sweetwater ISD students—don’t miss this exciting Mini-Medical School + Community Connections Camp for Teens hosted by Texas State Technical College!
📍 Location: Sweetwater, TX
📅 Dates: June 23–25, 2026
👩⚕️ Grades: Incoming 7th–9th
💲 Cost: FREE
Students will:
✔️ Visit healthcare facilities & meet professionals
✔️ Explore high-demand medical careers
✔️ Build communication skills used in patient care
✔️ Develop resilience and confidence
✔️ Enjoy local food experiences
🍽️ Lunch & snacks are provided daily!
⏰ Drop-off: 9:00 AM | Pick-up: 3:00 PM
👉 Register now: startuphigh.com/sw
Spots are limited—sign up today and explore your future in healthcare!
Sweetwater Middle School is excited to introduce a new, easier way for parents to report student absences and submit documentation.
While we will continue to accept paper notes, we encourage families to use our new online system for quicker and more convenient communication.
What parents need to know:
Please report an absence any time your student misses school
This can be done even if you do not have a doctor’s note
Parent notes are accepted; however, if absences become excessive, additional documentation may be requested
How to access it:
Visit the Sweetwater Middle School webpage
Click on the “Report Absence” tab
Watch the short How-To Video at the top for simple, step-by-step instructions
The video will guide you through:
Submitting an absence
Providing details
Sending documentation if needed
You can also scan the QR code on the flyer to go directly to the page.
If you need any assistance, our front office is happy to help at (325) 236-6303.
Thank you for partnering with us to keep attendance accurate and up to date!
Sweetwater ISD will not be taking spring pictures at this time. We appreciate your understanding and will share any updates if plans change.
Sweetwater ISD will not be taking spring pictures at this time. We appreciate your understanding and will share any updates if plans change.
Spring Break flew by, Mustangs!
We hope you had time to relax, recharge, and make some great memories. Now it’s time to pack it up and get ready—we’ll see you back in class tomorrow!
Let’s finish the semester strong!
