🖤🏴☠️ Raider Nation showed up BIG at Star Middle School today! 🏴☠️🖤
7th grader Karter Ross—a life-long fan and proud Ashton Jeanty superfan—received the surprise of a lifetime thanks to the incredible generosity of the Las Vegas Raiders. After Karter experienced a challenging year due to his mom’s health and the loss of his favorite Raiders hat, the Raiders stepped in without hesitation to brighten his day in the most unforgettable way.
Karter was presented with an amazing swag box that included a new Jeanty jersey, Raiders hat, a signed mini-helmet, and even a personal video message from Ashton Jeanty himself! 🏈✨
A huge thank you to the Eagle High School Varsity Football players for helping deliver this special moment, and to Mrs. Mackenzie Casagrande for making the connection that turned into something truly magical.
Pictured with Karter are his parents, Kris and Kateri Ross, and his grandmother Lynn Ross-Griffin—who also proudly serves our students in nutrition at Star Middle School. 💙
Moments like this remind us how powerful kindness, community, and West Ada school spirit can be.
Check out the West Ada Video on it!
@Raiders @Deuce @Star.MiddleSchool
@Eagle_Mustang_Football @OfficialEHSMustangs
#WeAreWestAda #RaiderNation #STMS #EHSFootball #deuce
5 days ago, The Star Cowboys
Congratulations Mrs. Leininger for being awarded a Classroom Innovation and Creativity Grant!
about 1 month ago, The Star Cowboys
Our STMS Staff members of the week are Mrs. Williams and Mrs. Pedraza! Thanks for all your hard work at Star and for making it a great place for kids!
3 months ago, The Star Cowboys
4 months ago, The Star Cowboys
Back to School Night is next Wednesday the 27th! 1st period will begin at 6:00 and then you'll follow your students schedule.
4 months ago, The Star Cowboys
4 months ago, The Star Cowboys
Hey Cowboys! See below for some back to school info! See you soon!
4 months ago, The Star Cowboys
Congratulations Ms. Grubbs!
9 months ago, The Star Cowboys
🎉 Congratulations to our 2025 Teacher and Classified Staff of the Year! 🎉
We are proud to announce that Mrs. Graves has been named our 2025 Teacher of the Year and Mrs. Lloyd has been named as our 2025 Classified Staff of the Year. Their dedication, hard work, and commitment to our school community have truly made a positive impact. Thank you for all you do for our school!
10 months ago, The Star Cowboys
A HUGE shoutout to Michelle Vashro and Jake Kangas being the 2023-24 Teacher of the Year and Classified Employee of the Year. These two are dedicated to the school with everything they do which includes the awesome murals (Vashro) and amazing announcements (Kangas) Congratulations and this is well deserved.
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
🌟✨ Meet Mrs. Basel, our Saddle Up Staff Member of the Week! 🌟✨
Let’s give a round of applause to Mrs. Basel, our amazing 7th-grade math teacher and technology lead! 📚➕💻 She goes above and beyond to help our students excel in math and ensures our staff is tech-savvy and up to date with the latest trends. 🌟
Thank you, Mrs. Basel, for your dedication and hard work in shaping the minds of our students and keeping us all ahead in the world of technology!
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
We had another great night with our starting 5 for our unified game. It was such a great turnout from friends, family, students and staff to support these student athlete. A HUGE Shout out to Ms. Jenny and Denyse for getting this all organized. GO STAR COWBOYS!
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
🌟 Saddle up, everyone, because it’s time to celebrate Mr. Nordquist! 🌟 As our dedicated 8th grade English teacher and ELA lab guru, Mr. Nordquist goes above and beyond to support his students. He’s not just a teacher; he’s a mentor who takes the time to understand each student’s strengths and weaknesses, and then works tirelessly to help them improve. Mr. Nordquist empowers his students by sharing their data and collaboratively setting goals to ensure their success. Let’s give a round of applause for Mr. Nordquist and his commitment to helping our students thrive! 📚👏
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
What an amazing evening! Star Middle had some amazing student athletes play in a Unified Game at Eagle Middle tonight. It was so great to see the amazing crowd and players in this game. Thanks to all the organization from Ms. Jenny and her staff and the help from our basketball players helping out and practicing with their fellow students. Star will be hosting a Unified game with Victory Middle on Feb 21st around 5:15 PM. Come support these amazing kiddos!
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
🌟 Happy Counselors Week to our amazing team of middle school counselors! 🌟 At Star Middle School, our counselors are the guiding stars who help our cowboys navigate their way through the middle school journey. Thank you for your dedication, support, and for always being a listening ear. You truly make a difference in our students’ lives! 🤠📚
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
🌟 Staff Member Spotlight: Mr. Cutlip 🌟
Join us in celebrating this week’s Saddle Up Staff Member, Mr. Cutlip! 🎉 With his passion for teaching World Civ and World Geo, Mr. Cutlip goes above and beyond to make a positive impact at our school. Here’s why he’s our Saddle Up staff member of the week:
📚 Engaging Lessons: Mr. Cutlip’s classes are always filled with energy and excitement, making learning about the world’s history and geography a great experience for our students.
Holding Kids Accountable: With a firm but fair approach, Mr. Cutlip ensures that our students take ownership of their learning, fostering a sense of responsibility and accountability.
Lunch Duty Superstar: Not only does he excel in the classroom, but Mr. Cutlip also dedicates his time to lunch duty, where he supervises and ensures our students are having fun and staying safe.
Thank you, Mr. Cutlip, for your dedication to our students’ education and well-being!
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
🌟 Meet Mrs. Dyer, our Saddle Up Staff member of the week! 🌟
Mrs. Dyer is a shining example of dedication and kindness. As a paraprofessional, she goes above and beyond to put our kids first and selflessly serves others every day. Her commitment to helping students succeed is inspiring. ✨
Let’s all take a moment to show Mrs. Dyer some love and appreciation for the amazing work she does!
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
Our Cheerleaders finished 5th in Sideline and Pom in their first ever competition. Big thanks to Coach Daily and Nelson!
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
Check out our first Semester honor roll!
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
Our snow Team is up on the mountain Shredding it! Thanks to our advisor, Diaz and Young!
almost 2 years ago, The Star Cowboys
