Pistor Paw Prints
March 2024
School Policy Reminders - The ABCs and D
Just a few reminders about some important school policies...
Attendance - Students need to be on time to each class. Students who are late and do not have a pass will be required to get a late pass at the Tardy Station (main hall). Students who are chronically late and/or absent will be assigned consequences according to the TUSD Code of Conduct for a Level 1 violation, including lunch detention and up to In-School Intervention days.
Backpacks - At the beginning of the school year, we announced that Pistor MS was moving to a clear/mesh backpack policy this year. As of January 29th, 2024, we are in full implementation mode, meaning that if a student brings a solid backpack or large bag, they will be directed to check their bag and then pick it up at the end of the day.
Cell Phones/Electronics - At Pistor MS, we follow the TUSD Governing Board Policy regarding student use of electronics during the school day. Per TUSD Regulation JICJ-R Cell phones and electronic signaling devices may NOT be used:
- during instructional classroom time, including assemblies or other activities, which take place during the regularly scheduled classroom periods.
- during passing periods.
- during elementary and middle school students' lunch periods.
- to take pictures at any time that violate personal privacy.
- on field trips or excursions, which are conducted during the normal school day and during regular classroom instructional hours.
Cell phones and other electronic devices (ear buds, game controllers, etc.) must be turned off and out of sight. Visible devices, regardless of whether they are being used or not, will be confiscated and held for Parent Pick Up at the end of the day. Continued violations will result in consequences according to the TUSD Code of Conduct for a Level 2 violation.
Dress Code - Pistor MS is a uniform school. The dress code was revised slightly last year to make it a little more flexible for students and families. We expanded our basic uniform to allow for solid, non-collared shirts (rounded neck in red, white, black, or gray) and blue jeans (no rips, holes, tears, or fraying and no sagging). Everything else remains exactly the same. Students who violate the dress code policy will be asked to correct their attire if possible and will be assigned consequences according to the TUSD Code of Conduct for a Level 1 violation should the violations continue. See the complete Pistor Dress Code policy on our website.
Campus Hours
Just a reminder that the campus opens at 8:00 AM and closes at 3:50 PM, except on Wednesday, which closes at 2:50 PM.
Please do not drop off students before 8:00 AM. We do not have any supervision before 8:00 AM.
Please be sure to pick up your child by 4:00 PM, 3:00 PM on Wednesdays. We do not have any supervision after these times.
The only students who should be on campus before 8:00 AM or after 4:00 PM (3:00 PM on Wednesdays) are students who are participating in a CCLC club or tutoring or students who are participating in athletics.
We want to make sure that all students are safe.
Panther Buck Store
The Panther Buck Store operates with a zero budget, meaning everything we have to give to students is donated. We are looking for donations to help us keep the store fully stocked. If you have or would be willing to donate ANY of the following items, your assistance would be greatly appreciated.
- candy (anything and everything, they are particularly fond of chocolate and Mexican candy)
- chips (they love the spicy ones)
- stickers
- croc charms
- fidget toys
- anything 10 - 14 year olds like
If you would like to donate, please ask for Ms. Diane, office manager. She will be happy to take your donation.
Remind for the 2023-2024 School Year!
If you would like to receive text messages with time sensitive information and important updates, please subscribe to the following Remind groups. Parents and Guardians only. We will only use Remind in cases were information is time sensitive (i.e. cancellation of sports or events, emergency situations, etc.).
6th Grade - text @pistorms6 to 81010
7th grade - text @pistorms7 to 81010
8th grade - text @pistorms8 to 81010
You do not have to download the app to use Remind. This is a private thread meaning that you will be able to receive text messages but only from the principal and/or assistant principals.
Pistor Athletics
Middle School Interscholastic Sports Offerings and Dates
Fourth Season March 18 – May 4
- Boys and Girls Track & Field
Athlete Requirements
An athlete needs to have all paperwork and participation fees submitted before they can begin practices, tryouts, games.
- Active Sports Physical (must be dated March 1, 2023, or later) - You MUST have an active completed sports physical prior to try outs!
- Athlete Packet
- Emergency Information Card
- Parent/Guardian Permission
- Athletic Informed Consent
- Activity Specific Parent Permission
- Provisions of Transportation (FT1002)
- TUSD Interscholastic Athletic Transportation Guidelines (ISC1000)
If your child makes the team, in order to maintain eligibility, students MUST be passing ALL of their classes. If an athlete is suspended for any reason, they will not be able to play of the remainder of the season.
Participation Fees
There is a $30 for middle school interscholastic fee per activity.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mr. Casillas, the Assistant Principal in charge of Athletics and Activities.
ROAR - Respectful, Organized, Accountable, and Responsible
- Fully charged laptop with charging cord
- Notebook and/or binder
- Pen and pencil
- Refillable water bottle (no glass)
About Us - Pistor Middle School
Email: kathryn.gunnels@tusd1.org
Website: https://pistorms.tusd1.org/
Location: 5455 South Cardinal Avenue, Tucson, AZ, USA
Phone: 520-908-5400
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063651666094