The General's Update
Your guide to DDE events & announcements: 4/28/2019
Save the Date!
Attached please find information on Back in Black sponsorships: http://bit.ly/2Guc0Gk
Eisenhower Tri-M musicians performing at Chelsea Senior Living.
So many choices for the historical fiction unit! We cannot wait to dig in!
Non-fiction book clubs in full swing! Deep conversations happening utilizing our reading strategies.
Full house for Open Mic Night! We were blown away by the talent of our students. Thank you to Mr. Ryan for orchestrating this great event!
We had an awesome time at the Student vs. Faculty Charity Challenge!
Thank you to these 3 rock star Generals, Mrs. Ellena, Mr. Krupp & Mr. Baker, for organizing our Students vs. Faculty Charity Challenge!
PTO Clothing Drive!
It's time for spring cleaning...of your closets! Please donate your unwanted clothing to the PTO. Details here: http://bit.ly/2WRGN5p
Guidance News
- High Technology High School and Brookdale Community College are teaming up to hold cypHER, a coding outreach event for middle school girls on May 4th from 9:00am-4:00pm. Students will learn to code while having fun, developing teamwork skills, and practicing problem solving. Experienced mentors will teach the classes and help participants with their projects. Registration is open at hthscypher.com until April 16th. Further questions can be emailed to hths.cypher@gmail.com. Please see the flyer for more information: http://bit.ly/2CEAHh0
- The Freehold Regional High School District’s Law Enforcement and Public Safety Magnet Program is hosting an interactive program on May 22nd from 4:00pm-5:30pm. The program is open to current in-district 5th-7th grade students who are interested in applying for LEPS in the fall of 2019. The goal of the afternoon is to highlight the experiential opportunities within the LEPS Program. The demonstrations will be led by students, alumni, teachers, and community members. Please see the flyer for more information: http://bit.ly/2UUoWKD
Join us!
Join the Eisenhower Track and Field team on May 5th as we raise funds for Paulette's C of Blue! Please see the poster here: http://bit.ly/2VVyx3J and the registration form here: http://bit.ly/2J9aFZd. At this time, forms must be turned in to CentraState, or you may register online at http://crowdrise.com/paulettes10th. Proceeds from this event benefit local patients and families affected by colorectal cancer through programs and services at CentraState Healthcare System. We had a great time last year and won for top participating school! Let's do it again, Generals!
First Annual Career Day
Please consider sharing your talents at Eisenhower's First Annual Career Day! See the letter from Mrs. Gambino and Mr. Giarratano here: http://bit.ly/2HnrvSo
PTO Corner
- The PTO is holding a clothing drive! Please see the flyer here: http://bit.ly/2WRGN5p
- The next PTO meeting is Wednesday, May 15th @ 6:30pm. Please consider running for the PTO Board. Elections will be held on May 15th. If you have any questions, please email ddeptofreehold@gmail.com. Thank you!
- Whenever you shop on Amazon, please use this link to go through AmazonSmile. A portion of each eligible sale will go to the Eisenhower Middle School PTO! Happy Shopping, Generals! https://smile.amazon.com/ch/22-2634420
Academic Support
Mr. Sammy offers Academic Support, which includes assistance with homework, organization, and review after school on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays. Please see the flyer here: http://bit.ly/2qtBMln. Please see the April 2019 calendar here: http://bit.ly/2HIgqv9
Important Information for 8th Grade Families
Graduation:
- Graduation will be held on Tuesday, June 18, 2019 at 3:30pm. Once the location has been determined, more information will be provided.
Graduation Gowns:
- If you have not done so already, please contact Jostens to pay for your child's 8th grade graduation gown. Instructions may be found here: http://bit.ly/2M9k7tn
- Please note: If your child qualifies for free/reduced lunch, please refer to the email you received.
May 17th is the Last Day to Order a Yearbook!
Friday, May 17th is the last day to order a yearbook. Follow the link to purchase your yearbook today! http://bit.ly/2K4MFmQ
Mark Your Calendar
- Through Friday, April 26, 2019: School closed for Spring Break
- Monday, April 29, 2019: School reopens
- Tuesday, April 30, 2019: Board of Education Meeting @ 8:00pm @ 384 West Main Street
- Tuesday, April 30, 2019-Thursday, May 9, 2019: NJSLA Testing
- Wednesday, May 15, 2019: PTO Meeting @ 6:30pm
- Friday, June 7, 2019: 8th Grade Dance @ 6:30pm
- Monday, June 17, 2019: Early Dismissal Day @ 11:40am
- Tuesday, June 18, 2019: Early Dismissal Day @ 11:40am
- Tuesday, June 18, 2019: 8th Grade Graduation @ 3:30pm
- Wednesday, June 19, 2019: Last Day of School and Early Dismissal Day @ 11:40am
Important Links
- 2018-2019 District Calendar: http://bit.ly/2mFQeEN
- DDE Website Calendar: http://bit.ly/2xaItdB
- Please see below for information that may be of interest to Freehold Township residents:
Dwight D. Eisenhower Middle School
The mission statement of the Eisenhower Middle School is to encourage children to reach their unique potential and to empower them to become lifelong learners.
Website: http://dde.freeholdtwp.k12.nj.us/
Location: 279 Burlington Road, Freehold, NJ 07728
Phone: 732-431-3910
Twitter: @ftsdde