William D. Slider Middle School
📢 Mandatory 8th Grade Parent & Student Meeting
All 8th grade students and at least one parent/guardian are required to attend an important informational meeting.
📅 Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: William D. Slider Middle School
Why Attend?
This meeting will cover important information regarding 8th grade expectations, upcoming events, and transition plans. Attendance is mandatory for both students and parents.
Please make every effort to attend.
For questions or additional information, please contact the school office.
📢 Mandatory 8th Grade Parent & Student Meeting
All 8th grade students and at least one parent/guardian are required to attend an important informational meeting.
📅 Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location: William D. Slider Middle School
Why Attend?
This meeting will cover important information regarding 8th grade expectations, upcoming events, and transition plans. Attendance is mandatory for both students and parents.
Please make every effort to attend.
For questions or additional information, please contact the school office.
Congratulations! Your Stallion Scholar will be honored at the End-of Year Celebration at William D. Slider Middle School in the gym.
6th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 9:30 am
7th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 2:00 pm
8th Grade: Wednesday, June 3, at 2:00 pm
We kindly ask the students wear their Sunday best while still following the school’s dress code.
To ensure everyone can fully enjoy and view the event, we are asking that balloons and noisemakers not be brought to the celebration and that you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
To ensure the safety of all attending, all guests must have an ID to enter the building and to take your child home after the ceremony. The only entrance and exit will be the gymnasium doors; all other doors will remain monitored and secured. Bathrooms available are the boys’ and girls’ locker rooms which will be attended by our custodians.
Parking will be located near the gymnasium on the north and east side and deliveries to students and personnel will not be accepted.
We look forward to celebrating this achievement with you!
6th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 9:30 am
7th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 2:00 pm
8th Grade: Wednesday, June 3, at 2:00 pm
We kindly ask the students wear their Sunday best while still following the school’s dress code.
To ensure everyone can fully enjoy and view the event, we are asking that balloons and noisemakers not be brought to the celebration and that you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
To ensure the safety of all attending, all guests must have an ID to enter the building and to take your child home after the ceremony. The only entrance and exit will be the gymnasium doors; all other doors will remain monitored and secured. Bathrooms available are the boys’ and girls’ locker rooms which will be attended by our custodians.
Parking will be located near the gymnasium on the north and east side and deliveries to students and personnel will not be accepted.
We look forward to celebrating this achievement with you!
Howdy Stallions,
As we prepare to begin the last week of school, we have a few reminders for our Stallions.
- Backpacks are not allowed on campus during the last week of school;
- Our uniform drive is currently in place and students who donate their school shirts & t-shirts will receive a free dress pass for this week;
- On Monday all students who purchased a yearbook will be invited to our yearbook social from 230-330 pm;
- Grade level ceremonies are as follow:
6th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 9:30 am
7th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 2:00 pm
8th Grade: Wednesday, June 3, at 2:00 pm
We ask that all families make plans to attend the event at least 30
minutes prior to the scheduled time.
- The last day of school is Thursday, June 4th, release time for students will be 12:05 pm. We ask that all parents/guardians make plans to get our scholars home safely. Buses will depart Slider at 12:13 pm.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 915-937-5400.
As we prepare to begin the last week of school, we have a few reminders for our Stallions.
- Backpacks are not allowed on campus during the last week of school;
- Our uniform drive is currently in place and students who donate their school shirts & t-shirts will receive a free dress pass for this week;
- On Monday all students who purchased a yearbook will be invited to our yearbook social from 230-330 pm;
- Grade level ceremonies are as follow:
6th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 9:30 am
7th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 2:00 pm
8th Grade: Wednesday, June 3, at 2:00 pm
We ask that all families make plans to attend the event at least 30
minutes prior to the scheduled time.
- The last day of school is Thursday, June 4th, release time for students will be 12:05 pm. We ask that all parents/guardians make plans to get our scholars home safely. Buses will depart Slider at 12:13 pm.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 915-937-5400.
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Congratulations! Your Stallion Scholar will be honored at the End-of Year Celebration at William D. Slider Middle School in the gym.
6th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 9:30 am
7th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 2:00 pm
8th Grade: Wednesday, June 3, at 2:00 pm
We kindly ask the students wear their Sunday best while still following the school’s dress code.
To ensure everyone can fully enjoy and view the event, we are asking that balloons and noisemakers not be brought to the celebration and that you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
To ensure the safety of all attending, all guests must have an ID to enter the building and to take your child home after the ceremony. The only entrance and exit will be the gymnasium doors; all other doors will remain monitored and secured. Bathrooms available are the boys’ and girls’ locker rooms which will be attended by our custodians.
Parking will be located near the gymnasium on the north and east side and deliveries to students and personnel will not be accepted.
We look forward to celebrating this achievement with you!
6th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 9:30 am
7th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 2:00 pm
8th Grade: Wednesday, June 3, at 2:00 pm
We kindly ask the students wear their Sunday best while still following the school’s dress code.
To ensure everyone can fully enjoy and view the event, we are asking that balloons and noisemakers not be brought to the celebration and that you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
To ensure the safety of all attending, all guests must have an ID to enter the building and to take your child home after the ceremony. The only entrance and exit will be the gymnasium doors; all other doors will remain monitored and secured. Bathrooms available are the boys’ and girls’ locker rooms which will be attended by our custodians.
Parking will be located near the gymnasium on the north and east side and deliveries to students and personnel will not be accepted.
We look forward to celebrating this achievement with you!
Congratulations! Your Stallion Scholar will be honored at the End-of Year Celebration at William D. Slider Middle School in the gym.
6th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 9:30 am
7th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 2:00 pm
8th Grade: Wednesday, June 3, at 2:00 pm
We kindly ask the students wear their Sunday best while still following the school’s dress code.
To ensure everyone can fully enjoy and view the event, we are asking that balloons and noisemakers not be brought to the celebration and that you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
We look forward to celebrating this achievement with you!
6th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 9:30 am
7th Grade: Tuesday, June 2, at 2:00 pm
8th Grade: Wednesday, June 3, at 2:00 pm
We kindly ask the students wear their Sunday best while still following the school’s dress code.
To ensure everyone can fully enjoy and view the event, we are asking that balloons and noisemakers not be brought to the celebration and that you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
We look forward to celebrating this achievement with you!
8th grade Stallion families,
Slider will be hosting its annual 8th grade reception and dance on Friday, May 29, 2026 from 5pm to 8pm. If your child RSVP's for the reception they may arrive at 5 pm for food and drinks. The dance will begin at 6pm for all other 8th grade students. This event is free for all 8th grade Stallions. Dress code is semi formal and no jeans are allowed. For more information contact us at 915-937-5400.
Slider will be hosting its annual 8th grade reception and dance on Friday, May 29, 2026 from 5pm to 8pm. If your child RSVP's for the reception they may arrive at 5 pm for food and drinks. The dance will begin at 6pm for all other 8th grade students. This event is free for all 8th grade Stallions. Dress code is semi formal and no jeans are allowed. For more information contact us at 915-937-5400.
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Dear Parents and Guardians,
We are committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment for all students at our campus. As part of that commitment, we want to remind families about our expectations regarding appropriate student behavior.
Public displays of affection (PDA), including but not limited to hugging, kissing, or prolonged physical contact, are not permitted on school grounds. While we understand that friendships and relationships are a natural part of adolescence, such behaviors are not appropriate in a school setting and can be disruptive to the learning environment.
We ask for your support in reinforcing this expectation with your child. Students who do not adhere to this guideline may receive disciplinary consequences in accordance with the student code of conduct.
Thank you for partnering with us to promote a respectful and positive school climate for all students.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the school office.
We are committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment for all students at our campus. As part of that commitment, we want to remind families about our expectations regarding appropriate student behavior.
Public displays of affection (PDA), including but not limited to hugging, kissing, or prolonged physical contact, are not permitted on school grounds. While we understand that friendships and relationships are a natural part of adolescence, such behaviors are not appropriate in a school setting and can be disruptive to the learning environment.
We ask for your support in reinforcing this expectation with your child. Students who do not adhere to this guideline may receive disciplinary consequences in accordance with the student code of conduct.
Thank you for partnering with us to promote a respectful and positive school climate for all students.
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the school office.
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TSIA2 Test Prep & Dual Credit Eligibility
Subject: Information About TSIA2 & Your Child’s Upcoming Test
Preparation
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Our campus serves 8th grade students who are eligible to take and will be participating in the Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 (TSIA2), a statewide exam that helps determine whether students are ready for college-level reading and writing. This assessment plays an important role for students interested in enrolling in dual credit courses, as meeting the TSIA2 benchmark is one of the key requirements for participation.
To support student success, we will be offering a TSIA2 Test Boot Camp designed to strengthen essential academic skills and help students meet the required college-readiness standards. Participation in these sessions will better prepare students for the exam and increase opportunities to take dual credit classes.
Dual Credit allows students to:
• Earn college credit and high school credit at the same time
• Save time and money on future college coursework
• Experience college-level expectations early
• Strengthen their academic and career pathways
Your student will participate in the TSIA2 on May 12, 2026. We appreciate your partnership in helping our students prepare for college and career pathways.
For questions, please contact:
• Assistant Principal Ms. Daniela Gonzalez at 915-937-5400.
Subject: Information About TSIA2 & Your Child’s Upcoming Test
Preparation
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Our campus serves 8th grade students who are eligible to take and will be participating in the Texas Success Initiative Assessment 2.0 (TSIA2), a statewide exam that helps determine whether students are ready for college-level reading and writing. This assessment plays an important role for students interested in enrolling in dual credit courses, as meeting the TSIA2 benchmark is one of the key requirements for participation.
To support student success, we will be offering a TSIA2 Test Boot Camp designed to strengthen essential academic skills and help students meet the required college-readiness standards. Participation in these sessions will better prepare students for the exam and increase opportunities to take dual credit classes.
Dual Credit allows students to:
• Earn college credit and high school credit at the same time
• Save time and money on future college coursework
• Experience college-level expectations early
• Strengthen their academic and career pathways
Your student will participate in the TSIA2 on May 12, 2026. We appreciate your partnership in helping our students prepare for college and career pathways.
For questions, please contact:
• Assistant Principal Ms. Daniela Gonzalez at 915-937-5400.
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Howdy Stallions,
I’m excited to let you know that the Free Dress Pass student ID cards are for sale for only $20.00! The May 2026 free dress pass is valid from May 1st to May 31st.
You can purchase your free dress cards during lunch, starting today through May 6, with the help of our wonderful parent volunteers.
Please remember to adhere to the dress code: no torn jeans, slippers, pajamas, leggings, yoga pants, short shorts, or clogs are allowed. Each student must have their free dress pass with them at all times. Failure to present the card may result in a dress code infraction, and please note that there will not be replacement cards issued for lost or stolen passes.
The April registration free dress pass last day is today, Thursday, April 30, 2026. Free dress passes for May will be sold tomorrow morning by our parent volunteers at the front lobby between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM.
Get ready to enjoy a month of free dress!
I’m excited to let you know that the Free Dress Pass student ID cards are for sale for only $20.00! The May 2026 free dress pass is valid from May 1st to May 31st.
You can purchase your free dress cards during lunch, starting today through May 6, with the help of our wonderful parent volunteers.
Please remember to adhere to the dress code: no torn jeans, slippers, pajamas, leggings, yoga pants, short shorts, or clogs are allowed. Each student must have their free dress pass with them at all times. Failure to present the card may result in a dress code infraction, and please note that there will not be replacement cards issued for lost or stolen passes.
The April registration free dress pass last day is today, Thursday, April 30, 2026. Free dress passes for May will be sold tomorrow morning by our parent volunteers at the front lobby between 7:30 AM and 8:00 AM.
Get ready to enjoy a month of free dress!
Slider MS will be hosting a sports meeting for 6th graders moving up into the 7th grade for the upcoming school year. We will discuss all the required paperwork and expectations for our future student athletes. We understand that some parents may have questions regarding the process for students to compete athletically in school sports, and I will be there to answer any questions.
Date April 30, 2026, starting at 5:45 p.m.
At: William D. Slider Cafeteria
Who: Any current 6th grader who will be a 7th grader for the upcoming 2026-2027 School year that is interested in playing sports.
We will be discussing the upcoming sports schedules along with student/parent expectations (parent/guardian must attend). We will inform our Stallion community about how tryouts will be conducted and give information regarding practices. This meeting will allow parents/guardians the opportunity to get to know the coaches and receive answers to any questions they may have.
Parents will be provided with information regarding the completion of a physical form (front and back) and be introduced to the Rankone online documentation system. Students will not be allowed on the field/court without these two requirements being met. Physicals will allow students to participate in all extracurricular sports for the entire 2026-2027 school year. Again, students will not be allowed to practice without physical being on file and rank one paperwork being completed.
You may print out a physical form or pick one up at William D. Slider. Physical forms will be provided on the day of the meeting as will the instructions for rank one. We look forward to seeing you.
Dear 6th Grade Parents and Guardians,
Permission slips for the upcoming 6th grade field trip will be sent home tomorrow through your child’s Social Studies teacher.
The cost of the field trip is $6 per student. Please review the permission slip carefully, as additional details regarding the trip are included on the form.
Permission slips must be signed and returned by Friday, May 8th.
Please note that signing and returning the permission slip does not guarantee that your child will attend the field trip. Students must continue to uphold the End of Year Contract that was sent home on March 25th in order to remain eligible.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.
Sincerely,
6th Grade Team
Permission slips for the upcoming 6th grade field trip will be sent home tomorrow through your child’s Social Studies teacher.
The cost of the field trip is $6 per student. Please review the permission slip carefully, as additional details regarding the trip are included on the form.
Permission slips must be signed and returned by Friday, May 8th.
Please note that signing and returning the permission slip does not guarantee that your child will attend the field trip. Students must continue to uphold the End of Year Contract that was sent home on March 25th in order to remain eligible.
Thank you for your continued support and cooperation.
Sincerely,
6th Grade Team
6th & 7th grade Stallion parents/guardians,
Campus administration is reminding our 6th & 7th grade parents about having your child attend school daily and for all classes. In reviewing our daily attendance data, 6th & 7th grade students have an increased absence rate on Friday's, Monday's and during 3rd period as they are being pulled from accountability time to attend appointments off campus.
This is a reminder that all 6th & 7th grade students are on an MP4 student contract (see attachment) and failure to meet attendance requirements will result in your child losing the privilege's to attend or participate in: a yearbook signing social, school dances, grade level field trips, art show, fine art field trips and end of year grade level ceremonies.
To assist your child with obtaining their daily attendance rate above 96%, we ask that your child attend school daily and for all classes. May is extremely important as students can accumulate loss of credit through the last day of school. If you have any questions, contact us at 915-937-5400.
Campus administration is reminding our 6th & 7th grade parents about having your child attend school daily and for all classes. In reviewing our daily attendance data, 6th & 7th grade students have an increased absence rate on Friday's, Monday's and during 3rd period as they are being pulled from accountability time to attend appointments off campus.
This is a reminder that all 6th & 7th grade students are on an MP4 student contract (see attachment) and failure to meet attendance requirements will result in your child losing the privilege's to attend or participate in: a yearbook signing social, school dances, grade level field trips, art show, fine art field trips and end of year grade level ceremonies.
To assist your child with obtaining their daily attendance rate above 96%, we ask that your child attend school daily and for all classes. May is extremely important as students can accumulate loss of credit through the last day of school. If you have any questions, contact us at 915-937-5400.
8th grade Stallion parents/guardians,
Campus administration is reminding our 8th grade parents about having your child attend school daily and for all classes. In reviewing our daily attendance data, 8th grade students have an increased absence rate on Friday's, Monday's and during 3rd period as they are being pulled from accountability time to attend appointments off campus.
This is a reminder that all 8th grade students are on an MP4 student contract (see attachment) and failure to meet attendance requirements will result in your child losing the privilege's to attend or participate in: a yearbook signing social, 8th grade farewell reception & dance, grade level field trips, top 10 ceremony, art show, and end of year grade level ceremonies.
To assist your child with obtaining their daily attendance rate above 96%, we ask that your child attend school daily and for all classes. May is extremely important as students can accumulate loss of credit through the last day of school. If you have any questions, contact us at 915-937-5400.
Campus administration is reminding our 8th grade parents about having your child attend school daily and for all classes. In reviewing our daily attendance data, 8th grade students have an increased absence rate on Friday's, Monday's and during 3rd period as they are being pulled from accountability time to attend appointments off campus.
This is a reminder that all 8th grade students are on an MP4 student contract (see attachment) and failure to meet attendance requirements will result in your child losing the privilege's to attend or participate in: a yearbook signing social, 8th grade farewell reception & dance, grade level field trips, top 10 ceremony, art show, and end of year grade level ceremonies.
To assist your child with obtaining their daily attendance rate above 96%, we ask that your child attend school daily and for all classes. May is extremely important as students can accumulate loss of credit through the last day of school. If you have any questions, contact us at 915-937-5400.
Howdy Stallions,
I’m excited to let you know that the Free Dress Pass student ID cards are for sale for only $20.00! The May 2026 free dress pass is valid from May 1st to May 31st.
You can purchase your free dress cards during lunch, starting today through May 6, with the help of our wonderful parent volunteers.
Please remember to adhere to the dress code: no torn jeans, slippers, pajamas, leggings, yoga pants, short shorts, or clogs are allowed. Each student must have their free dress pass with them at all times. Failure to present the card may result in a dress code infraction, and please note that there will not be replacement cards issued for lost or stolen passes.
Get ready to enjoy a month of free dress!
I’m excited to let you know that the Free Dress Pass student ID cards are for sale for only $20.00! The May 2026 free dress pass is valid from May 1st to May 31st.
You can purchase your free dress cards during lunch, starting today through May 6, with the help of our wonderful parent volunteers.
Please remember to adhere to the dress code: no torn jeans, slippers, pajamas, leggings, yoga pants, short shorts, or clogs are allowed. Each student must have their free dress pass with them at all times. Failure to present the card may result in a dress code infraction, and please note that there will not be replacement cards issued for lost or stolen passes.
Get ready to enjoy a month of free dress!
Howdy Stallions,
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