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FEBRU
ARY2016
NEWSLETTER
Erie Middle School, Pre AP Focus School
Todd Bissell, Principal
Dr. Rachel Heide, Assistant Principal
Erie Middle School Tiger Community,
Everyone is getting back in the swing of school as we are a few weeks into the
second semester. The staff is working hard to challenge all students at theirappropriate levels through our Depth and Complexity studies. The students areworking hard and making a commitment to their education.
On February 19th, Astronaut Leroy Chiao and the Space Foundation will have an
assembly for all our students. Our 6thgrade students will also participate in hands on
activities with members of the Space Foundation. It will be an exciting morning.
Erie Middle School held its annual Spelling Bee. The winners from each class dida fantastic job at the school competition on January 25th. Kate Woodland is our top
speller. Congratulations to all of our participants. Thanks to Mrs. Kemp for sponsoringthe Spelling Bee.
Congratulations to our participants who will represent EMS in the District Band
and Choir performances. Also, a big congratulations to the students who areparticipating in All-State Choir. We are all very proud of you. Toward the end of themonth we have several concerts for Band, Choir and Orchestra. Please keep your eye
on the calendar for these concerts.
We will have our Renaissance Assembly on Wednesday February 3rd. Many
students will be recognized for the accomplishments in the classroom as well as after
school activities. We had over 300 students on the High Honor Roll with a grade pointaverage over 3.75 and over 225 students on the Honor Roll who had a grade pointaverage between 3.5 and 3.74. This demonstrates our students are achieving well. We
are changing up the way we recognize our outstanding students. It takes a longtime toread all of the names. Students will be recognized in their advisory classes by name
and at the assembly by class. For example; we will have the students who achievedHigh Honor Roll status stand as a group at the assembly. Congratulations to all
students and staff on their commitment to excellence at Erie Middle School
Just a reminder that Parent Teacher Conferences will be held February 9thand
11thfrom 3:30-8:00. Teachers will be contacting the parents of students in which thereis a concern to set up a meeting. If you are not contacted and would like to meet withyour students teachers please call their advisory teacher to set up a conference.
The girls had a great basketball season. Thanks coaches and congratulations.Both A and B teams represented EMS very well at the District Tournament.
Wrestling is getting started. Good luck to the wrestlers.
Parents please visit our school Website and
Facebook page. We have links to teacher pages,
activities, events, etc. Please let us know if youhave any questions or concerns.
Todd Bissell
EMS Principal
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Michelle Loy is an excellent example of a teacher who is working towards empowering all of her students toachieve high growth. The environment within her class is safe, caring, and challenging. Michelle inte-grates technology and the use of iPads in class on a daily basis to enhance her classes. She also has beenusing the Depth and Complexity icons to enrich her classes. Through her rigorous curriculum and use of datamining, the students are being challenged at their level to become outstanding mathemati-cians. Mrs. Loy also works with her 8th grade and math team to insure a viable and consistent curriculumand culture. Michelle, thanks for all you do for our students and staff at EMS.
This year, Alex Kurz has expanded his capacity as a teacher leader both taking on the leadership of histeam as well as being an integral member of the Building Leadership Team. His input to the functioning ofour school has been critical as we make decisions that make the greatest, positive impact possible for ourstudents. In the classroom, Alex creates an environment where students are able to use critical thinkingand creativity to solve problems and to make real world connections to their learning. He honors the workstudents with true excitement for what they are discovering in their own learning. He is an advocate forScience programming as well as for the functioning of our school as a whole. Alex is a trusted teammatein many different capacities to his colleagues and administration as well as a trusted teacher to thestudents of EMS. Thank you for all you do for your colleagues and for our students.
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Sadie Whitaker is an incredibly hard working and dedicated student. Her positive attitude and smile is conta-
gious, and she always puts forth her best effort. She is not only high achieving as a student, but as a person as
well. Keep up the good work Sadie!
Demonstrating organization in so many ways, MaKenna Bertsch was an easy pick for student of the month. She
is always on time for class with her supplies and assignments. Additionally, all work she completes shows careful
attention to detail and is well organized. Furthermore, she is a pleasant person who has a smile for everyone
around her. Way to go, MaKenna!
Grady Dunn is an outstanding learner. He achieves by pushing himself to do his very best, and challenges himself
whenever he can.
Landen Gregory is a seventh grade Student of the Month. Landen was new to EMS this year, and has had no
trouble focusing and getting to the top of his game. Landen is always respectful to his teachers and peers, and
puts forth his best effort in everything. Landen is thoughtful and a super creative writer. Keep up the good
work, Landen!
We proudly nominateLily Kurz for seventh grade student of the month. Lily is a diligent, polite, kind and con-
science student. She makes sure to thank her teachers everyday and is quick to jump in when a classmate needs
help. She has impeccable citizenship and is a friend to all. She is also very well rounded and is involved in 4H,
hunting and volleyball outside of school. Thank you Lily for always giving your all.
Jonah Rake is a student that shows outstanding effort in the area of organization. He leads by example. You will
not find Jonah making excuses but rather owning his responsibilities as a student. He uses our technology to stay
organized and on top of his work. Jonah excels at communication and initiates that communication with his teach-
ers when needed. On top of all of this Jonah is an amazingly positive person that you cant help but enjoy to be
around!
Taylor Shaver is the 8th Grade female student of the month for Organization. All year long, Taylor has worked
to remain on top of her school work and extra-curricular activities. Her strong aptitude for prioritization andorganization has helped her be successful. Furthermore, Taylor knows how to appropriately reach out to peers,
teachers, and administration to help her make the most of her time here at EMS. Taylor always approaches all
situations with a positive perspective and seeks to make sense of the world around her; she is a model to all stu-
dents looking for ways to be better organized in academics and beyond. Congratulations to Taylor Shaver from
the 8th grade team.
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Elective Team Solo Award
The 6th
grade Solo award goes to Taylor Hamilton.
Taylor is a student who truly represents organizaon. Taylor has a clear vision of the work
she would like to successfully do, and takes the necessary steps needed to achieve her goals.
Taylor is helpful to others and is a leader in the classroom. Congratulaons, Taylor. Your organ-
izaonal skills truly represent what it means to be a Tiger. Way to put the O in ROAR!
The 7th
grade Solo award goes to Kassady Brandon. Kassisdy is very organized and is a joy to
have in health class. Kassady is engaged in class and she works well in groups. Keeping her
teammates on task, Kassadys group work is always organized as well. Kassady always has a
posive atude and a smile to share
The 8th
grade Elecve Team Solo Award goes to
Kylie Cullip. Kylie has earned the8th grade
Elecve Solo Award for organizaon. Kylie leads by example. She brings all her materials toclass each day and is ready to get started assoon as class begins. She completes and turns in
her work on me and doesn't hesitate to email her teachers if she has a queson. Kylie knows
where to go to nd resources and is always willing to help her classmates. Congratulaons,
Kylie!
All elective students and students of the month will have their picture posted on
our Student of the Month bulletin board in the Main Office. They will also enjoy
a one topping large pizza on Thursday February 25th at their designated lunch
times. Students please stop by the Main Office to let us know what kind of pizza
you would like.
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Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday1
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
Lego Bricks Club3:00-4:00 PM
PTO Meeting6:30 PM
EMS Library
2Academic Assistance
3:00-4:00 PM
Chess Club3 :10-4:00 PM
Tiger Who Code
3:00-
5:00 PM
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
National History Day
Competition
7:00 PMCafetorium
3 Late Start\10:30 AM
Student Council3:00-3:45 PM
Good Movie,
Better Book
Club
3:15-4:30 PM
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
Colorado Middle
All State Choir
4 Game Club3:15-4:30 PM
Academic Assistance3:00-4:00 PM
Math Counts3:15-4:15 PM
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
Tiger Lily Choir3:15-3:45 PM
Colorado MiddleAll State Choir
5
Art Club
3:15-4:30 PM
Sign Language
Club3:15-4:15 PM
Colorado MiddleAll State Choir
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
8Lego LeagueCompetition
3:00-4:00 PM
Lego Bricks Club3:00-4:00 PM
Wrestling Match
At
Thunder Valley MS
3:30 PM
9
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
PARENT/TEACHERCONFERENCES
3:15-7:30 PM
10
Student Council3:00-3:45 PM
Soul Sisters3:15-4:15 PM
Wrestling Match
Here vs. Coal Ridge, Lyons,
Timberline MS
3:30 PM
11
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
PARENT/TEACHER
CONFERENCES
3:15-7:30 PM
12
NO
SCHOOL
15
PRESIDENTS
DAY
NO
SCHOOL
16Tigers Who Code
3:00-5:00 PM
Academic Assistance3:00-4:00 PM
Chess Club
3:10-4:00 PM
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
School Accountability
Committee6:30 PM Library
SPIRIT
WEEK!
17
Good Movie,
Better Book Club3:15-4:15 PM
Student Council
3:00-
3:45 PM
Wrestling MatchAt
Altona MS3:30 PM
18 Tiger Lily Choir3:15-3:45 PM
Academic Assistance3:00-4:00 PM
Anime Club
3:00-
4:00 PM
Game Club3:15-4:30 PM
Math Counts3:15 PM
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
School Dance3:15-5:00 PM
6th,7th, 8th Orchestra
Concert7:00 pm EHS
19
Art Club3:15-4:30 PM
Wrestling Practice
3:15-
4:45 PM
Sign LanguageClub
3:15-4:15 PM
22
Lego Bricks Club
3:00-4:00 PM
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
23
Tigers Who Code3:00-5:00 PM
Academic Assistance
3:00-4:00 PM
Chess Club3:10-4:00 PM
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
24
Soul Sisters3:15-4:15 PM
Student Council
3:00-3:45 PM
Wrestling Match
Here vs. Sunset MS3:30 PM
6th Grade Band Concert
7:00 PMEMS
25 Tiger Lily Choir
3:15-3:45 PM
Academic Assistance3:00-4:00 PM
Game Club3:15-4:30 PM
Math Counts3:15 PM
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
6th Grade Choir Concert7:00 pm Erie HS
26
Art Club
3:15-4:30 PM
Wrestling Practice3:15-4:45 PM
Sign LanguageClub
3:15-4:15 PM
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Is your iPad case broken? Did your dog eat your cord? Students can now order iPad
accessories online from EMS. If you would like a new case, charger, cord or screen protector
you can go to ems.svvsd.org and click on Student Forms Webpage and then iPad
Accessories. The fee will appear on Infinite Campus within 48 hours of submitting the iPad
accessory form. Once the fee has been paid, you may pick up your accessory from Ms.Hebrink in the Counseling Office.
Did your SVVSD email stop working? Are you having trouble with wifi at school? If you have
any problems with your iPad, you can sign up for iPad assistance using the online form. Go
to ems.svvsd.organd click on student forms webpage and then request for iPad help. Students
will be called to the Library for appointments with Ms. Monroe or Ms. Palmer as soon as
possible.
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Your childs report card is a record of his or her academic achievement. Upon receipt of your
childs report card set some time aside to sit down and discuss grades privately. Ask questionsabout grades, classes, and activities. Focus on the positives first; point out the achievements.
As you discuss where your child needs to improve, offer support and encouragement. It is alsoa good idea to check on Infinite Campus at least once a week with your student to keep currenton assignments and grades.
Infinite Campus can be a tool to set academic goals (goals that are challenging, but reachable).It can be helpful to have your child list the things he or she is going to do to accomplish the
goals and evaluate the activities in which they are involved. It is important that children find a
healthy balance between schoolwork and activities.
Helping with Homework: Strategies for Parents
Make sure you are signed up for Infinite Campus and check it once a week with your stu-
dent.
Review assignments; develop a plan of action
Provide a quiet study space
Help your son or daughter get organized
Set a regular homework time
Take short breaks, when needed
Help with homework; answer questions; give explanations. Dont do the homework.
Check or review the homework with your child
Contact the teacher with questions or problems
Your students teachers are most easily reached by email. Either use the link in InfiniteCampus or Email addresses for teachers are as follows [email protected]
Our Renaissance assembly was held on February 3 rdto recognize student achievement.
Registration for the 2016-2017 school year will be held in February more information to follow.
ACCESS testing was conducted in January.
From the ounseling Office
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Erie Middle School will be hosting its first National History Day competition on
Tuesday, February 2nd at 7:00pm in the Cafetorium. The contestants have been
working for months to create award winning projects based on this years theme:
Exploration, Encounters, and Exchange
Please join the contestants who will be showcasing their projects before hopefully
moving to the Regional, State, and National level competitions.
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FROM OUR HEALTH CLERKS
The health office is needing donations of:
Adult size small or medium: shorts or pants for girls and boys. (Occasionally we have a need for spare
clothes. We have plenty of smaller sizes.)
Bottles of water
Saltine crackers
A big thank you goes out for the generous donations of Kleenex and antibacterial wipes!
Vision and Hearing screening: On Monday, January 25, 2016 we screened about 340 students.
Many thanks to parent volunteer! If your student did not pass vision, we will be sending home a vision
referral. If they did not pass hearing, we will retest them during our rescreening date, March 7, 2016.
Our district health clerks and audiologist will return at this time.
Regarding immunizations: Thank you for turning in updated immunization forms.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Thank you,
Nicole Meadows and Felicia Sanchez
Health Clerks
303-828-3391 - Main line
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