"At 211 degrees, water is hot. At 212 degrees, it boils. And with boiling water, comes steam. And with steam, you can power a train.

One degree. Applying one extra degree of temperature to water means the difference between something that is simply very hot and something that generates enough force to power a machine - a beautifully uncomplicated metaphor that ideally should feed our every endeavor - consistently pushing us to make the extra effort in every task, action and effort we undertake. Two-twelve serves as a forceful drill sergeant with its motivating and focused message while adhering to a scientific law - a natural law. It reminds us that seemingly small things can make tremendous differences."

-Excerpt from 212 The Extra Degree by S.L. Parker

At Shallowater Middle School, Teachers, Staff and Students take everything the extra degree by showing respect, responsibility and character. We rise to the top with attitude and individuality and succeed with determination and dedication.