Mark your calendars for Club Interest Meetings!
Spartans, Get Ready to Hit the Field!🏈
Our 7th and 8th-grade football open workouts are here!
Want to get a head start on the season? Come join us for our open workouts.
When: Wednesday 8/14
Where: YDMS football field
Don't forget to bring your cleats (if you have them), athletic clothes, and water.
Let's build a winning team together! #YDMS #SpartanStrong #Football #OpenWorkout
Hey Spartans! 📣 Don’t miss Ms. Finch on KSLA tonight at 6 and 8 pm! She’s sharing how we're using technology to enhance learning here at YDMS and Caddo Parish Schools. Be sure to tune in to see how we're innovating education! #ydms #spartans #technologyineducation #news
A huge thank you to St. Luke’s Church for the thoughtful goodie bags and encouraging notes! Your kindness has truly helped us kick off our year on a positive note. We’re so grateful for your support and partnership! #ydms #stlukes #community
Super Spartans in training! 🦸♂️🦸♀️ Our incoming 6th graders had an epic time at our superhero-themed Spartan camp! They conquered challenges, built teamwork, and unleashed their inner heroes. Check out these amazing photos of our young Spartans in action! #SpartanCamp #Superheroes #FutureLeaders #YDMS#SPARTANPROUD
Did you miss pick-up for your Spirit Wear or EPI School Supplies? No worries! You can stop by Tuesday or Wednesday from 8am - 4pm. Supplies/orders not picked up will be delivered to students in classrooms.
SPARTAN CAMP IS TODAY! Did you forget to register? You may register in person. $25. QR code will be available to purchase registration. No Cash Accepted.
We are so excited to meet our new Spartans!
💧 💧Water Bottles💧💧
All water fountains have water bottle refill stations. Students are encouraged to bring a water bottle each day. Reusable drink containers are allowed provided that they have a lid. No glass bottles allowed.
Pro Tip: Write your child’s name on bottoms of botttle.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY MONDAY!
PTSA needs help distributing online spirit wear. Click link below to sign up. 🙂
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DA9AF29A2FFCE9-50546013-ptsa
Hi, my name is Rhonda Harris. I am beyond excited to join the YDMS Spartans as an 8th grade Math teacher. I graduated from Northwood High in 2009 and received my bachelor’s degree. Education has always been a love of mine, especially numbers. I am very energetic, competitive and passionate. I enjoy riddles, brain teasers and jokes so if I’m in the room, be prepared to laugh! Let’s make this year count, Spartans!!!
😁It's pickup time! 😁
Spirit wear & school supplies purchased online may be picked up on Monday, August 5th from 3:30-6:00 in cafeteria. If you are not able to pickup Monday, you can contact Mrs. Githens (jrgithens@caddoschools.org) to schedule pick up Tuesday or Wednesday. Items not picked up will be delivered to classrooms once school starts.
Hello. My name is Diana Davis. I have worked in human services for the past fourteen years. I am passionate about service delivery, promoting quality of life, and ensuring diverse services and educational opportunities on site and virtually. However, most importantly I am excited to join the Spartan team as a new teacher.
Hi! I am Jared Jarrell and am a native of the Shreveport/Bossier area. I am excited to join YDMS as its new Band Director. I began my music career as a trombone player in 6th Grade. I graduated from Benton High school and decided to pursue a career in Music Education, K - 12 Instrumental Music. During my time in school, I participated in Spirit Of Northwestern Marching Band, Purple Haze Pep Band, NSU Jazz orchestra, NSU Trombone Choir, Magale Concert band, and The Wind Ensemble. During my Residency at Bossier High School, I participated in a few of the local community ensembles such as the Centenary Wind Ensemble, Bossier City Big Band, and local churches.
I also enjoy watching anime and tv; playing video games; and attending local events hosted around town. I have a soft spot for animals and currently own two Guinea pig named Grizzly and Squirrel.
I officially graduated from NSU in May 2024 and cannot wait to give back to the community!! Geaux Spartans!!!!!
Electronic Devices Policy for the 24-25 School Year
All electronic devices should be turned off and stowed away in backpacks prior to entry at the front doors into campus for the instructional day. Devices are not considered “stowed away” in students’ pockets, hands, purses, or visible locations. If the electronic device is visible outside of the backpack, it will be confiscated. Students may use electronic devices at the end of the instructional day after dismissal at 3:25 p.m.
Full policy can be found in our students handbook at www.youreedrive.com.
Hi, my name is Jackson Driggers, and I'll be teaching 8th grade ELA this year! I was a 2021 graduate from Northwestern State University where I was involved in choir and theatre. I'm an avid supporter of the arts and have been involved in local choirs and theatrical productions for over 10 years. I'm super excited to get off to a great start this school year!
‼️TONIGHT in AUDITORIUM‼️
📢 Attention 6th Grade Parents!
You are invited to join us on Monday, July 29th at 5:30 p.m. in the auditorium for an important meeting. This session is exclusively for parents to gain insights into student life at YDMS, receive helpful tips for transitioning from elementary to middle school, and take a tour of the school. Please park in side parking lot. We look forward to seeing you there!
Hello. I am Charles LeSure. I am a 1992 graduate of Holly Springs High School. I began my teaching career over 26 years ago at Frayser High School in Memphis, Tennessee. I have taught Algebra I, Biology I, Chemistry, and most recently Special Education. During my career, I have also served as both an Assistant Principal and Principal in the states of Mississippi and Louisiana. I am a licensed ordained minister and pastor of Williams Memorial CME Church located right here in Shreveport. I am married to Dejuana and we are the parents of five children.
Hi! I am Brian Trahan. I have been teaching in Caddo for 6 years. I am an avid lover of sports – especially football and baseball. I also enjoy video games. I am looking forward to coming to Youree Drive and working with the Social Studies team to grow our 7th and 8th grade students.
Amber Smith, a new 8th grade math teacher at Youree Drive Middle School, is a proud product of Caddo Parish schools and comes from a family of educators. She received her Bachelor's degree from Louisiana Tech University. Amber is thrilled to join the Youree Middle School Spartan community and looks forward to bringing her passion for education and dedication to student success to the classroom. Her enthusiasm and strong educational background promise to make a positive impact on her students and the school.
Hello. My Name is Leah Harris. I will begin my eighteenth year of teaching this school year. I am so excited to be teaching seventh grade Math at YDMS. Previously, I have taught first, third, and fifth grade.
My husband, David and I have two grown children, Andrew and Lara. Also, we are proud grandparents to our two and a half year-old granddaughter, Grey Marie. In our spare time, my husband and I enjoy going to concerts, watching college football, and spending time with our granddaughter.
