Links: 25-26 Calendar (Calendario 25-26)

• Oct 1          CSC 4-5:30pm/PTO 5:30-6:30pm 

• Oct 3          Picture Day 

• Oct 4           Fall Festival 10-2 pm 

• Oct 9          Parent Teacher Conferences 4-8pm (Open House style)

• Oct 13         No School for Students or Staff - Conference Comp Day

• Oct 14-15    Interim Assessment ELA and Math

• Oct 16        Parent Teacher Conferences 4-8pm (Open House style)

• Oct 23         Community Arts Night 5-7pm

• Oct 24         No School for Students - Skinner Only PD Day #1

• Oct 29         Skinner Cares Day

• Oct 31         No School for Students - DPS Staff Development Day

Picture Order Forms were sent home with students this week.  Students will take pictures in their Science class. Picture Retake Day is November 14th. Order at orders.vangoghco.com/prepay School Code: 30038401

Conferences will be held in person on October 9th 4:00-8:00pm and October 12 from 4:00-8:00pm.  Spanish interpretation will be available. Staff will be available in various locations within the building. 

Families can meet with as many teachers as you would like, but prioritizing 2-3 teachers is a recommended strategy as conferences will be a first-come first-serve basis. We would prefer for students to attend with families. In-person meetings only, except for virtual options for Skinner Administration conferences.  Stay tuned for links to schedule conferences with the Skinner Administration. 

We are hoping families can stagger arrival time, in order to manage the influx of families during the four hour time period.  If possible, please follow these time slots.  If the time slot does not work for your families, feel free to attend at a time that is most convenient for you. It is not required for families to attend both nights, but you are welcome to. 

October 9th Families (with students) arrive during their designated timeframe (alpha last name)

• Time Frames: 

  • Group 1 (Last Name A–F): 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  • Group 2 (Last Name G–L): 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

  • Group 3 (Last Name M–R): 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  • Group 4 (Last Name S–Z): 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

October 16th Families (with students) arrive during their designated timeframe (alpha last name)

• Time Frames:

  • Group 1 (Last Name S-Z): 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  • Group 2 (Last Name M-R): 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

  • Group 3 (Last Name G-L): 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  • Group 4 (Last Name A-F): 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Volunteers, Donations, and Entries Needed!!!

The Skinner PTO is busy stirring up a plan for the upcoming Fall Festival on October 4th from 10am - 2pm! We will sponsor a Cake Decorating Contest in conjunction with a Cake Walk for the event.

There are a few ways you can help!

1. Donate baked items for the cake walk (can be anything...store bought or homemade)

2. Volunteer to help set up, run and clean up these events the day of the festival.

CLICK HERE to sign up for cake walk donations and/or volunteer slots!

3. Enter your best decorated cake and/or cupcakes into the cake decorating contest! (Channel your inner Jacques Torres (Nailed IT!) - the competition is always tight!

CLICK HERE to enter the Cake Decorating Contest.

Cake Walk Donation Details: - You can drop cake walk baked goods donations on 10/3 during school hours in the front office or drop them on 10/4 between 9-10am in the Skinner gym.
Cake Decorating Contest Details: Cake and Cupcakes entries only. Your entry must be Fall or Halloween themed and must be hand decorated (not store-bought).

Questions? Contact Sarah Foley: foley.sem@gmail.com

THANKS FOR YOUR HELP & SEE YOU THERE!

Youth on Record is an organization dedicated to empowering young people through music and creative media. We’re excited to announce our new schedule of FREE fall programs for musicians ages 11-24 including:

• Creative Enrichment Classes for middle and high school students.

• Studio Bookings where 14-24 year old musicians can book out space in our Youth Media Studio for recording, mixing, band rehearsals, songwriting sessions, and jam sessions

• Drop-in Fridays - Youth and Families are welcome to drop in on Fridays for tours, studio access, and a regular schedule of events and activations!

To get started, click here https://form.typeform.com/to/rrBVPw3a to register. Once registered, artists and their families will have access to our scheduling system. Contact David Landon at david@youthonrecord.org with any questions.

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✨ 13 AP + 25 college-level classes
✨ 6 Career/Tech pathways
✨ Art, music, theater, sports, clubs & more
✨ A community that’s got your back
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👉 Come tour North & see for yourself! tinyurl.com/NorthTours25-26 to sign up 

North High Info Nights 📅 Wed, Nov 5, 2025 & Wed, Jan 14, 2026 🕠 5:30–7:30 pm
Discover why North High is the right school for your family! Meet Principal German Echevarría, staff, coaches, and current students. Tour the school, ask questions, and connect with our community.
👉 All prospective families welcome — no RSVP needed. We can’t wait to meet you! 💜💛

Arrupe Jesuit High School is just a 3 minute drive from Skinner MS and a great high school option for your student! Come learn more about our unique Corporate Work Study Program—where every student works one school day each week—along with other exciting opportunities at the upcoming 8th Grade Parent Meeting.

Below are important dates for you and your student to visit our campus, learn more about Arrupe, and discover if we’re the right school for your family.  

• 8th Grade Visit Oct. 17 - Use this link for availability: 8GV Registration

• Open House - Use this link to reserve your visit: Open House Registration

Skinner's support staff team is in need of your help! We have many students who are in need of a snack on a daily basis. Please check our Amazon wishlist and consider making a donation so we are able to sustainably offer healthy snacks to our students in need.  We also have some items listed to re-stock our Skinner loaner closet for students who need a change of clothes in the day. Thank you for your generosity and commitment to our community's youth!

We anticipate having a limited selection of Student Clubs that will be offered during Learning Family Period 7 Advisement. Parents, if you would like to volunteer to sponsor an after-school club, please email Assistant Principal Rachel_Johnson2@dpsk12.net.

Skinner PTO
The Skinner PTO is a community of parents, guardians, and staff working together to support our school and create memorable experiences for our students. You don’t have to commit to attending every monthly meeting — you can jump in on projects that excite you or bring you joy!

From the Fall Festival and school dances to fundraisers and special events, there will be plenty of opportunities to help out throughout the year. Whether you love planning, decorating, organizing, or just lending a hand when needed, there’s a place for you. Contact PTO President Frank Coyne at fcoyne7@gmail.com to get involved!

CSC: Collaborative School Committee - first Wednesday of every month 4:00-5:30pm

Meets with parents, admin, staff to discuss issues, impacts, and solutions for the school

Will need 3-5 Parent representatives - please submit interest by filling out this survey by September 12th. If you were on CSC last year, you’re welcome to serve again this year. 

Want to see a prior issue of Skinner Family News? Links are posted on the Skinner website, click here to access.