Middle School February Newsletter (23–24)
Important Dates
2/7 - PCO Meeting at Middle at 6 p.m.
2/9 - SkiECS Trip
2/9 - PCO Game Night at 5 p.m.
2/15 - Order Deadline: ECS PCO Pepperoni Roll Sale
2/16 - 6–8 Career Day
2/16 - Student Half Day, Staff Professional Development Day
2/16 - SkiECS Trip
2/21 - ECS Board of Trustees Meeting at Middle at 6 p.m.
2/22 - ECS Lottery
3/1 - 6–12 Dental Screenings
3/1 - ECS Spirit Day
3/1 - First Day of Women’s History Month
Dear ECMS Families
One of the great things about ECMS is that students come from all different backgrounds and neighborhoods throughout the city. This allows our students to learn from one another. With the opportunity comes challenges about learning how we can all exist in the same place while honoring each of our unique backgrounds and histories. This is something that I spend a lot of time talking to students about. While we might not always agree with everyone or even understand them, we must respect one another and seek to understand before passing judgment.
Conversations take place to elevate all of our students’ cultures, backgrounds, and beliefs. It is extremely important to me that all of our students feel seen and heard. These conversations happen throughout the year and are interwoven into the curriculum. We continue to find opportunities to lift and elevate the experiences of our students so that our students feel seen and valued.
Sincerely,
Nick Tutolo
ECMS Principal
What's new at Middle School?
Learn about the Dynamic Landscape of A Digital World: Youth, Social Media, Sexualized Content, & Mental Health with expert, Ryan Klingensmith
Responding to the strong interest in internet safety from the 22–23 end-of-school-year Title 1 survey, ECS is thrilled to host an engaging session with expert Ryan Klingensmith. Save the date for this adult-only, community event on Wednesday, March 20, where you'll learn valuable insights into the latest social media trends, discover effective strategies for ensuring online safety for your children, and explore the critical intersection of mental health in the digital age. RSVP now and share the invitation with friends and family eager to navigate the complexities of the online world. Let's collectively empower our community for a safer digital future! Learn more and RSVP….
This Month’s Cultural Celebrations
Black History Month
This month, we will celebrate the richness of Black History. While we talk about Black History in various ways throughout the year, this month offers us a time to emphasize this history. Each grade level will collaborate to create a display for their hallways which will act as a culmination of what the students have learned.
In Case You Missed It
Lateness to Class Policy Update
We continue to analyze the data in order to best support the needs of our students. While the attendance initiative has been largely successful, we have made adjustments to the policy to account for students who are habitually late to class. Check out the information your student received here.
View the Middle Food Allergy Flier_2022.2023
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Sibling Preference for the 24–25 School Year
Have a sibling who would like to attend ECS for the 2024–25 school year? Please complete an application in your SchoolMint account by pressing the add new student application after Oct. 2. The application deadline for sibling preference is January 31. Current students do not need to apply. Re-enrollment will occur in March.“A sibling is defined as one of two or more individuals having at least one common legal parent/guardian. Sibling preference does not guarantee enrollment.”
Enrollment for the 24–25 School Year Opens Oct. 2!
Let your friends and neighbors know about our open enrollment! The application deadline to be considered for the lottery is Jan. 31, 2024. Learn more…Family Portal on the ECS Website
Based on feedback from last year’s communication survey, ECS has identified areas of improvement on the website. ECS is pleased to launch its Family Portal, a designated space for current families to view and learn information. Browse the Family Portal.Volunteering & Clearances
ECS values volunteers in our district. To learn how to volunteer and what clearances are needed visit the Family Portal Volunteer page.Receive Board Meeting Reminders Did you know that ECS has monthly Board of Trustees meetings? Opt-In to receive Board Meeting Reminders that will include the date, time, and location of the meeting as well as links to the agenda draft, sign up to speak form, and YouTube Live feed.
Last Month’s Hawk Highlights
Students had a “sweet” return from winter break, the 2nd quarter ended, and students started new electives, diversified studies, and environmental citizenship classes.
