Eckstein Weekly News
January 5, 2024
Upcoming Dates
January
- Jan. 8: PTSA Board Meeting -CANCELLED due to National Championship Game
- Jan. 15: Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday (No School)
- Jan 22: Band: Mowry Jazz Clinic (7pm Eckstein)
- Jan 25: Band: Field trip to Clark College (7am)
- Jan 30: PTSA Multi-Cultural Night (6-7:30pm)
- Jan. 31: Last day of 2nd quarter/1st semester
Student-Led Conference March 21, 2024
Dear Eckstein Families,
During homerooms this past month, your student has begun preparing for Student-Led Conferences at Eckstein that will take place March 21, 2024. Eckstein has applied for a waiver day/no school day to allow time to host these conferences. Eckstein is committed to 100% participation from students and families to make this happen. Please tell us if your family may need support.
Student- Led Conferences are an opportunity for students to share their goals and progress. Parents/guardians will listen actively, ask questions, and comment on student work. Your student will be collecting artifacts of their work over the next months, setting goals for learning, and reflecting on progress. This will all culminate with your coming to school for a presentation by your student. Please note- this is not a Parent/Teacher conference you may be used to attending in elementary school. Student-Led is just that. The student decides what progress looks like to them and what goals and progress they are excited to share with you.
Closer to the conference date of March 21st, your student’s homeroom teacher will reach out to you to set up a specific time. For now, please put this date on your calendar! Each conference is allotted 20-30 minutes and will take place in their classroom, with multiple conferences being held at the same time. The homeroom teacher is the host, but the student runs the conference. Families will be presented with what your student has been learning and hear about progress on responsible scholar goals.
This video will illustrate what you can expect!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L_WBSInDc2E
We look forward to seeing you here March 21st, 2024!
Eckstein Incoming Student Open House
You are cordially invited to the Eckstein Incoming Student Open House!
What: Eckstein Incoming Student Open House
When: Thursday, February 1st from 6:00-7:30pm
Where: Eckstein Middle School
Please join us at the Eckstein Incoming Student Open House scheduled for February 1, 2024, starting at 6 pm. Parking is conveniently available on 30th Avenue NE and at the rear of the school. Accessible parking and entry can be found at the back of the school, and elevator keys are obtainable upon request during the event.
At 6 pm, kick off the evening in the auditorium, where Principal Rose, a student panel, and our counselors will lead an engaging presentation. Following the presentation, from 6:45 to 7:30 pm, take advantage of the opportunity to explore the school building, visit different classrooms, and get a feel for the Eckstein experience. We look forward to welcoming you!
Please Contact Attendance Before Picking Up Your Student Early from School
Please give attendance at least 30 minutes notice before picking up your student early from school to avoid a delay. You can contact Attendance these ways:
- Email Attendance in the morning about the early dismissal: ecksteinms.attendance@seattleschools.org
- Call Attendance at least 30 minutes before the dismissal at: 206.252.5014
- Attendance voicemails are frequently checked.
- Send a note to school with your student to give to Attendance.
Thank you for helping us ensure your students leave school at the time you need them.
School Info Nights
Eckstein Middle School Open House for Incoming Students is Thursday, February, 1st from 6:00-7:30pm.
Lincoln High School's Open House for Prospective Students and Families is January 25th, from 6:30 – 8:00.
Roosevelt High School's Information Night for Incoming Students will be on Thursday, February 8th from 7:00-9:00pm.
Nathan Hale High School will have its School Info Night for Prospective Families on Tuesday, February 13th from 6:00-8:30pm.