Wondering what bus your Spartan will ride? 🤔🚌
The Caddo Parish School Board website has all the information you need!
Simply follow these steps:
1) Visit www.caddoschools.org
2) Click on "Find My Bus Stop"
3) Find your bus number, time of pickup, and time of drop off.
It's quick and easy! Get your student's transportation sorted for the first day of school.
You can also find more information about our school at www.youreedrive.com.
#YDMS #SpartanPride #CaddoSchools #BackToSchool #BusRoutes
💛🖤 YDMS Arrival & Departure Info 💛🖤
⏰ 🔔 School Hours
First Bell 7:55 AM (tardy bell: 8:00 AM)
Dismissal 3:25 PM
Earliest Arrival is 7:40 AM. (No student should arrive at school before this time.)
Latest Departure is 3:45 PM. (All students should be picked up by this time. )
🚌 Bus riders will be dropped off in the front circle area of the school. This area is reserved for buses between 7:30 a.m. – 7:50 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. Cars are not permitted in this area during these times.
🚗 Morning drop off:
Car riders should be dropped off in the north parking lot. Entrance to the north parking lot can only be made by the Carroll St. entrance between 7:40 a.m. – 7:55 a.m.. Students should be dropped off in the "Drop Off Zone." Then, students should walk to the front of the school to enter the building.
Please note: the Carroll Street entrance is reserved for faculty and staff entry prior to 7:40. As our employees arrive to work, please be considerate of their entrance into this parking lot.
Please do not attempt to enter the parking lot via the Youree Drive entrance. First, you will potentially damage your vehicle by running over our cones. Two, the utilization of this entrance causes a backup of traffic on Youree Drive.
🚗 Afternoon pick up:
Car riders should be picked up between 3:25 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Students should exit and enter cars by the “Drop off Zone” signs only.
🏃 Walkers can enter and exit the campus through the front doors of the school.
🛑 No student should walk across the parking lot. Sidewalks should be utilized.
🛑No student should be dropped off or picked up directly on Youree Drive.
We are so excited to see all of our Spartans tomorrow morning!
⏰ 🔔 School Hours
First Bell 7:55 AM (tardy bell: 8:00 AM)
Dismissal 3:25 PM
Earliest Arrival is 7:40 AM. (No student should arrive at school before this time.)
Latest Departure is 3:45 PM. (All students should be picked up by this time. )
🚌 Bus riders will be dropped off in the front circle area of the school. This area is reserved for buses between 7:30 a.m. – 7:50 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. – 3:40 p.m. Cars are not permitted in this area during these times.
🚗 Morning drop off:
Car riders should be dropped off in the north parking lot. Entrance to the north parking lot can only be made by the Carroll St. entrance between 7:40 a.m. – 7:55 a.m.. Students should be dropped off in the "Drop Off Zone." Then, students should walk to the front of the school to enter the building.
Please note: the Carroll Street entrance is reserved for faculty and staff entry prior to 7:40. As our employees arrive to work, please be considerate of their entrance into this parking lot.
Please do not attempt to enter the parking lot via the Youree Drive entrance. First, you will potentially damage your vehicle by running over our cones. Two, the utilization of this entrance causes a backup of traffic on Youree Drive.
🚗 Afternoon pick up:
Car riders should be picked up between 3:25 p.m. – 3:45 p.m. Students should exit and enter cars by the “Drop off Zone” signs only.
🏃 Walkers can enter and exit the campus through the front doors of the school.
🛑 No student should walk across the parking lot. Sidewalks should be utilized.
🛑No student should be dropped off or picked up directly on Youree Drive.
We are so excited to see all of our Spartans tomorrow morning!
What an incredible day welcoming the newest members of our Spartan family at the 6th Grade Spartan Camp! 🤩 The campus was buzzing with excitement as students navigated the halls, participated in team-building activities, and met their teachers.
We loved seeing the lightbulb moments as they discovered all the reasons why WE LOVE IT HERE! This group is officially ready to conquer 6th grade, and we are so excited for the year ahead with them.
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#WelcomeToTheFamily #SpartanCamp #ClassOf2032 #WeLoveItHere #ReadyForMiddleSchool
We loved seeing the lightbulb moments as they discovered all the reasons why WE LOVE IT HERE! This group is officially ready to conquer 6th grade, and we are so excited for the year ahead with them.
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#WelcomeToTheFamily #SpartanCamp #ClassOf2032 #WeLoveItHere #ReadyForMiddleSchool
Attention 6th Grade Parents!
Just a friendly reminder about our 6th Grade Parent Meeting happening TODAY! This is a great opportunity to learn about the transition to middle school, school policies, and student life at Youree Drive Middle School.
🗓️ Date: Monday, August 11th
⏰ Time: 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: YDMS Auditorium
👥 Who: Parents/Guardians
We'll be covering:
Helpful hints for a smooth transition from elementary to middle school.
Important school policies and procedures.
Facts about student life at YDMS.
We look forward to seeing you there! #YDMS #SpartanPride #BackToSchool
Just a friendly reminder about our 6th Grade Parent Meeting happening TODAY! This is a great opportunity to learn about the transition to middle school, school policies, and student life at Youree Drive Middle School.
🗓️ Date: Monday, August 11th
⏰ Time: 5:30 p.m.
📍 Location: YDMS Auditorium
👥 Who: Parents/Guardians
We'll be covering:
Helpful hints for a smooth transition from elementary to middle school.
Important school policies and procedures.
Facts about student life at YDMS.
We look forward to seeing you there! #YDMS #SpartanPride #BackToSchool
Calling all Spartans! 📣
Spirit Store and EPI school supply pickup is happening now! Come get your gear and supplies for the new school year.
🗓️ Dates & Times:
Monday, Aug. 11th: 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 12th: 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Attention:
On Monday, PTSA will have a limited quantity of spirit items available to purchase.
School supplies were available for pre-order only, and there are no additional items for sale.
See you there, Spartans! 💛 #SpartanPride #BackToSchool
Spirit Store and EPI school supply pickup is happening now! Come get your gear and supplies for the new school year.
🗓️ Dates & Times:
Monday, Aug. 11th: 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, Aug. 12th: 9:00 a.m. - Noon
Attention:
On Monday, PTSA will have a limited quantity of spirit items available to purchase.
School supplies were available for pre-order only, and there are no additional items for sale.
See you there, Spartans! 💛 #SpartanPride #BackToSchool
📣 It's HERE! 📣 Spartan Camp is TODAY, and we can't wait to welcome our new Spartans!
Doors open at 3:30 PM, and the camp runs from 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Get ready to meet our amazing teachers, tour the campus, and get hyped for an incredible school year!
Missed pre-registration? Don't worry! You can still register!
Parents, please remember to park in the side lot and check your student in. This event is just for our incoming 6th graders!
Let's go, Class of 2032! You're going to LOVE it here! ❤️
#SpartanCamp2025 #FutureSpartans #YoureeDrive #MiddleSchoolReady
Doors open at 3:30 PM, and the camp runs from 4:00 - 6:00 PM. Get ready to meet our amazing teachers, tour the campus, and get hyped for an incredible school year!
Missed pre-registration? Don't worry! You can still register!
Parents, please remember to park in the side lot and check your student in. This event is just for our incoming 6th graders!
Let's go, Class of 2032! You're going to LOVE it here! ❤️
#SpartanCamp2025 #FutureSpartans #YoureeDrive #MiddleSchoolReady
Great news, Spartans! The school supply packs you pre-ordered have arrived!
You can pick them up before school starts on either of these days:
- Monday from 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
- Tuesday from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
If you don't pick up your pack, it will be delivered to your child's homeroom on Wednesday. Just make sure they bring an empty backpack to school that day to put their supplies in.
A friendly reminder: These were pre-orders only, and there are no extra packs available for purchase. We can't wait to see you all on Wednesday!
You can pick them up before school starts on either of these days:
- Monday from 3:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
- Tuesday from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
If you don't pick up your pack, it will be delivered to your child's homeroom on Wednesday. Just make sure they bring an empty backpack to school that day to put their supplies in.
A friendly reminder: These were pre-orders only, and there are no extra packs available for purchase. We can't wait to see you all on Wednesday!
Just a friendly reminder for our Spartan students and families about our school's earbud policy!
To ensure students are ready for classroom activities with their Chromebooks, please remember:
✅ ALLOWED: Basic, corded earbuds. These are on the school supply list!
🚫 NOT ALLOWED: All other headphones are not permitted at school. This includes AirPods, Beats (even with a cord), and any other over-the-ear style headphones.
Let's work together to make sure every student is prepared for a successful day! Thank you for your support!
Go Spartans! 🛡️
#SpartansArePrepared #SchoolPolicy #ClassroomReady
To ensure students are ready for classroom activities with their Chromebooks, please remember:
✅ ALLOWED: Basic, corded earbuds. These are on the school supply list!
🚫 NOT ALLOWED: All other headphones are not permitted at school. This includes AirPods, Beats (even with a cord), and any other over-the-ear style headphones.
Let's work together to make sure every student is prepared for a successful day! Thank you for your support!
Go Spartans! 🛡️
#SpartansArePrepared #SchoolPolicy #ClassroomReady
Hey students and parents! 👋 Wondering who your homeroom teacher is this year? 🍎
Good news! 🥳 The homeroom teacher lists are POSTED at the front of the school! 🏫 Make sure to check them out before Tuesday, August 12th. This list will show you your student's first-hour teacher.
Here's the plan for the first day of school:
6th Graders: Please report to the gym! 🤸♀️ Your teacher will meet you there and take you to your new classroom.
7th & 8th Graders: You can go directly to your homeroom. You'll get your complete schedule there. 🧑🏫
Don't worry about getting lost! We'll have awesome student helpers 🙋♂️🙋♀️ all day to guide you to your classes.
Good news! 🥳 The homeroom teacher lists are POSTED at the front of the school! 🏫 Make sure to check them out before Tuesday, August 12th. This list will show you your student's first-hour teacher.
Here's the plan for the first day of school:
6th Graders: Please report to the gym! 🤸♀️ Your teacher will meet you there and take you to your new classroom.
7th & 8th Graders: You can go directly to your homeroom. You'll get your complete schedule there. 🧑🏫
Don't worry about getting lost! We'll have awesome student helpers 🙋♂️🙋♀️ all day to guide you to your classes.
Beginning this school year, Caddo Parish Schools will implement a new district-wide attendance policy to support student success.
Parent Notes Limit: Parents may submit up to three (3) parent notes per semester to excuse absences due to illness.
Maximum Excused Days: A total of three (3) days per semester may be excused with parent notes. 1st semester 8/17-12/17. 2nd semester 1/6-5/21
Submission Deadline: Parent notes must be submitted within three (3) days of the student's return to school.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to promote strong attendance and academic achievement.
Parent Notes Limit: Parents may submit up to three (3) parent notes per semester to excuse absences due to illness.
Maximum Excused Days: A total of three (3) days per semester may be excused with parent notes. 1st semester 8/17-12/17. 2nd semester 1/6-5/21
Submission Deadline: Parent notes must be submitted within three (3) days of the student's return to school.
We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to promote strong attendance and academic achievement.
The 25-26 YDMS Yearbook is ON SALE NOW! ☀️🦋
Lock in a year of amazing memories at the special early bird price of just $45! This deal won't be around forever, so don't wait to secure your copy of the "Scroll" yearbook. Deadline is August 15th.
Ready to order?
Website: www.buytheyearbook.com
School ID: 723816
#YDMS #Yearbook #OnSaleNow #EarlyBird #MiddleSchoolMemories #SchoolSpirit #Classof2026 #BuyTheYearbook
Lock in a year of amazing memories at the special early bird price of just $45! This deal won't be around forever, so don't wait to secure your copy of the "Scroll" yearbook. Deadline is August 15th.
Ready to order?
Website: www.buytheyearbook.com
School ID: 723816
#YDMS #Yearbook #OnSaleNow #EarlyBird #MiddleSchoolMemories #SchoolSpirit #Classof2026 #BuyTheYearbook
🎉 SPIRIT STORE PICKUP REMINDER! 🎉
Hey Spartans! Don’t forget to swing by and pick up your spirit store items:
📅 Monday, August 11th
🕒 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📅 Tuesday, August 12th
🕘 9:00 AM – Noon
PLUS ➡️ On Monday, PTSA will have a limited quantity of additional spirit items available for purchase — grab them while they last! 🛍️💛🖤
Let’s get ready to show off that Spartan spirit! 💪 #SpartanPride #SpiritStorePickup #YoureeDrive
Hey Spartans! Don’t forget to swing by and pick up your spirit store items:
📅 Monday, August 11th
🕒 3:30 PM – 6:00 PM
📅 Tuesday, August 12th
🕘 9:00 AM – Noon
PLUS ➡️ On Monday, PTSA will have a limited quantity of additional spirit items available for purchase — grab them while they last! 🛍️💛🖤
Let’s get ready to show off that Spartan spirit! 💪 #SpartanPride #SpiritStorePickup #YoureeDrive
Attention 6th Grade Parents!
You are invited to a parent meeting to discuss the upcoming school year.
Date: Monday, August 11th
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: YDMS Auditorium
We look forward to seeing you there!
You are invited to a parent meeting to discuss the upcoming school year.
Date: Monday, August 11th
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: YDMS Auditorium
We look forward to seeing you there!
🎒💛 A huge THANK YOU to St. Luke United Methodist Church for your generous donation of clear backpacks! Your support helps ensure our students are prepared and ready for success. We are so grateful for amazing community partners like you who make a difference for our Spartans! 💛🖤
#SpartanPride #CommunityPartners #ThankYou #weloveithere #stlukeunitedmethodist
📣 ONE WEEK AWAY! 📣
Spartan Camp is coming up on Monday, August 11th from 4–6 PM and we can’t wait to meet our incoming 6th graders! Registration required at www.youreedrive.com.🎉
✅ Meet our teachers
✅ Tour the campus
✅ Get hyped for an amazing school year!
❤️ You’re going to LOVE it here!
🕓 Doors open at 3:30 PM
👕 T-shirt deadline has passed (July 17), but don’t worry—we’ve got you covered if you registered late!
📍 Parents: Please park in the side lot and check your student in before heading out. This event is just for our new Spartans!
Let’s go, Class of 2032! 💥 #SpartanCamp2025 #FutureSpartans #YoureeDrive #MiddleSchoolReady
Spartan Camp is coming up on Monday, August 11th from 4–6 PM and we can’t wait to meet our incoming 6th graders! Registration required at www.youreedrive.com.🎉
✅ Meet our teachers
✅ Tour the campus
✅ Get hyped for an amazing school year!
❤️ You’re going to LOVE it here!
🕓 Doors open at 3:30 PM
👕 T-shirt deadline has passed (July 17), but don’t worry—we’ve got you covered if you registered late!
📍 Parents: Please park in the side lot and check your student in before heading out. This event is just for our new Spartans!
Let’s go, Class of 2032! 💥 #SpartanCamp2025 #FutureSpartans #YoureeDrive #MiddleSchoolReady
Parents and Students of Youree Drive Middle School, it's time to get ready for 2025-2026! 📚 To help you plan your shopping efficiently, here is our comprehensive Uniform Policy.
Please refer to the graphic below for a clear visual guide to all approved tops , bottoms (specifically khaki and navy colors for pants, shorts, and skirts), and outerwear options. Our policy is designed to create a focused and respectful atmosphere for all students.
Please pay special attention to these important points:
- School IDs are mandatory and must be worn at all times.
- When selecting outerwear, remember it must be a solid color and absolutely NO hoods are allowed.
- For footwear, please note that Crocs and are NOT permitted.
- And a quick check for skirts, skorts, and shorts – they should be no shorter than 4 inches from the top of the knee.
- Please remember that any non-YDMS logos on tops or outerwear cannot be larger than two inches.
Thank you for helping us ensure all Spartans are dressed appropriately and ready to learn. We're looking forward to a fantastic year! #YDMSFamily #YoureeDrive #UniformGuide #ReadyToLearn
Welcome to Sparta, Mr. Hearne!
Hi everyone! I'm a proud graduate and former athlete from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, and I grew up right here in the Shreveport/Bossier area. I'll be teaching 7th grade ELA this year, and I'm looking forward to a great year!
Hi everyone! I'm a proud graduate and former athlete from the University of Louisiana at Monroe, and I grew up right here in the Shreveport/Bossier area. I'll be teaching 7th grade ELA this year, and I'm looking forward to a great year!
Get Ready for the 2025-2026 School Year, Youree Drive Middle School! 📚✏️
We're so excited to welcome our Spartans back for another amazing school year!
To help you prepare, we've put together the official 2025-2026 school supply list.
You can find the full list in the image below, and it's also available on our school's website for easy access. https://www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/article/1149738
Here are a few important things to remember as you gather your supplies:
- Teachers may request additional supplies specific to their content area throughout the year.
- Elective teachers will share their supply lists during the first week of school.
- Backpacks must be clear or mesh. Rolling backpacks are not permitted.
- Please ensure your earbuds/headphones are wired (no Beats, Airpods, or similar wireless devices are allowed).
We can't wait to see you all soon!
We're so excited to welcome our Spartans back for another amazing school year!
To help you prepare, we've put together the official 2025-2026 school supply list.
You can find the full list in the image below, and it's also available on our school's website for easy access. https://www.youreedrive.com/o/ydmapm/article/1149738
Here are a few important things to remember as you gather your supplies:
- Teachers may request additional supplies specific to their content area throughout the year.
- Elective teachers will share their supply lists during the first week of school.
- Backpacks must be clear or mesh. Rolling backpacks are not permitted.
- Please ensure your earbuds/headphones are wired (no Beats, Airpods, or similar wireless devices are allowed).
We can't wait to see you all soon!
Welcome to Sparta, Ms. McCarthy!
Hello, I'm Keisha McCarthy. I graduated from Wiley College and have been in Caddo Parish for 13 years, with the last four specifically at YDMS. I'm excited to continue in my role as a Mild/Moderate teacher. Looking forward to a great year—Go Spartans!
Welcome to Sparta, Ms. Franklin!
With 15 years in education, I'm a passionate teacher who has spent the last five years in Caddo Parish. I graduated from Southern Arkansas University with a degree in English Education and a minor in Spanish. I've previously taught at Turner Elementary/Middle School and Huntington High School, with a focus on English Language Learner (ELL) students, and I'm dedicated to helping students succeed.
With 15 years in education, I'm a passionate teacher who has spent the last five years in Caddo Parish. I graduated from Southern Arkansas University with a degree in English Education and a minor in Spanish. I've previously taught at Turner Elementary/Middle School and Huntington High School, with a focus on English Language Learner (ELL) students, and I'm dedicated to helping students succeed.
