Eckstein Weekly News
February 2, 2024
Upcoming Dates
February
- Feb 5: 8th grade baby pictures due!
- Feb 7: Girls Basketball Team Pictures (bring uniform)
- Feb 8: Boys Basketball Team Pictures (bring uniform)
- Feb 12-16: Spirit Week
- Feb 13-14: Footloose Musical Auditions after school (callbacks on 2/15)
- Feb 16: PM Pep Assembly (See Bell Schedule Below)
- Feb 19: Presidents Day (No School)
- Feb 19-23: Mid-Winter Break (No School)
March
- Mar 1: Women's History Month Assembly featuring Dottie Metcalf-Lindenburger, NASA Astronaut (9am Auditorium-AM Assembly Bell Schedule)
- Mar 8: 6th & 7th grade Dance-Neon Theme. Tickets will be on sale through SchoolPay in February (7:00-8:30pm Eckstein Cafeteria & Gym)
- Mar 21: Student-Led Conferences (No School at Eckstein, come at scheduled conference time)
- Mar 22: Winter Sports Pep Parade during Homeroom-wear Eagle colors!
AM/PM Assembly Schedules
AM Assembly Schedule:
Period 1: 8:55 AM – 10:40 AM (Assembly: 9:00 AM- 9:45 AM)
Period 2: 10:45 AM - 11:35 AM
Period 4: 11:40 AM – 1:00 PM
1st LUNCH: 11:35 AM - 12:05 PM (Class 12:10 PM – 1:00 PM)
2nd LUNCH: 12:30 PM – 1:00 PM (Class 11:40 AM – 12:30 PM)
Period 3: 1:05 PM - 1:55 PM
Period 5: 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
Period 6: 2:55 PM - 3:45 PM
PM Assembly Schedule:
Period 1: 8:55 AM - 9:45 AM
Period 2: 9:50 AM - 10:40 AM
Period 3: 10:45 AM - 11:35 AM
Period 4: 12:10 PM - 1:05 PM
1st LUNCH: 11:35 AM - 12:05 PM (Class: 12:10 PM – 1:05 PM)
2nd LUNCH: 12:35 PM - 1:05 PM (Class: 11:40 AM – 12:35 PM)
Period 5: 1:10 PM - 2:00 PM
Period 6: 2:05 PM - 2:55 PM
Assembly: 3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
PE Waivers Due ASAP
PE Waiver forms were due on January 26th!! If your student is not enrolled in PE this school year, please turn in a PE Waiver Request Form as soon as possible or schedule changes into a PE course will be required. More information about the waiver can be found on the Registrar’s Office page of our school website. Submit electronically or to the main office.
8th grade families! Baby pictures due Monday, 2/5!
Hello 8th grade families!
It's baby picture time! Every year the yearbook includes a guess-the-baby section. We are looking for baby pictures of your 8th graders around ages 0-3. Please submit between now and Monday the 5th of February! We cannot accept late submissions.
Please send images to Ms. Stern at hsstern@seattleschools.org. When sending, please include the first and last name of the student! PNG or JPG format are best.
Thank you,
Yearbook Staff 2023-2024
Basketball Team Photos - Bring your Uniform to Practice 2/7 & 2/8
Basketball players please be sure to bring your uniform to practice on these dates for team photos:
Wednesday, February 7th - Girls Varsity & JV
Thursday, February 8th - Boys Varsity & JV
Spring Musical Auditions 2/13 & 2/14 (callbacks 2/15)
Auditions are coming up for Eckstein's spring musical "Footloose"! Auditions will be after school February 13th and 14th, with callbacks for a few specific roles on the 15th. Full information and Audition forms are available in the office, and you can email ecksteinmusical@gmail.com with any questions.
ELA: 6-8 ELA Instructional Materials District Adoption Update
From our District Office Partners:
As part of the SPS adoption process, a field test of the identified 6-8 ELA instructional materials finalists will take place Feb. 1 – March 6. The purpose is to test out the three resources selected for advancement and to gather feedback about teachers’ and students’ experiences.
The three finalists are Inquiry By Design, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Into Literature, and McGraw Hill Study Sync.
Learn more about the adoption and the finalists.
The focus of this field test will be an argument unit.
Find the participating buildings and corresponding curriculums.
During the field test, the ELA department will be gathering data aligned to the adoption criteria, observing classrooms by invitation only, and learning about each program. On March 6, field test teachers will take part in a panel discussion identifying the pros and cons of the tested curriculums so that the adoption committee can make a more informed final selection.
All stakeholders will have an opportunity to provide feedback on the three finalists. The feedback window will be open Feb. 1 through March 1.
Link for families and teachers so you can make your opinions known.
Contact: Kathleen Vasquez kavasquez@seattleschools.org
Illness Prevention
It’s respiratory illness season and Eckstein is seeing its share of students out ill. Illnesses like influenza (flu), COVID-19, RSV and many others are spread when a person coughs, sneezes, talks, or laughs. The best way to prevent the spread of infectious respiratory illness is to:
- Stay home when ill
- Wash hands often with soap and water
- Cover coughs and sneezes. SPS continues to encourage masking at school, especially after travel or break
- Avoid close contact with sick individuals
- Practice healthy habits
- Get vaccinated for preventable diseases
For information on COVID-19 symptoms, testing, and isolating, please follow this flowchart.
Check out the Is My Child too Sick to go to School guide for more information.
Eckstein PTSA Parent Education Event
Join the PTSA!
The Eckstein PTSA is only 24 memberships away from reaching their goal for this school year! Please considering joining/renewing TODAY to support our students and staff, create connections, and advocate for our community needs! Memberships last for one school year, so if you have been a member in the past, you will need to renew your membership for this school year. Membership is $20 per adult and $15 per student or staff. (Scholarships available.)
Ways to join or renew: complete the paper membership form (request in the main office), scan the QR code or complete the form on-line at tinyurl.com/ecksteinptsa. Questions? Please contact: membership@ecksteineaglesptsa.org
Culinary Menu Decisions
Culinary Services takes menu decisions seriously and aligns them with state and federal guidelines. Our goals include providing healthy and nutritional options, offering attractive choices to reduce waste, and addressing various medical, cultural, and regional needs, tastes, and sensitivities.
We understand that dietary preferences and restrictions vary among students. We encourage families to identify students with special diets by filling out the meal accommodation form.
This information helps our kitchen managers prepare food for those with allergies, ensuring a safe and accommodating dining experience.
Your collaboration is vital in creating an inclusive and diverse food environment that meets the needs of our student population.
We recognize the importance of cultural and dietary considerations in menu planning. If you have specific concerns or suggestions related to the menu, we would be more than happy to discuss them further. Please contact William Park: wtpark@seattleschools.org.
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 by contacting your grade level Administrator.
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 at Eckstein March 21st, 2024!
Eckstein Wish List from Social Worker Nyx Lewis - Donations Needed
Hey Eckstein families,
Looking for a way to support the school community during these cold days? Wanting to give back in ways big and small? Use the link below to purchase items from the Eckstein Wish List!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1AORCGX3J1MBW?leftNavSection=Reorder&ref_=abls_lnv_rl
Biggest needs right now include:
Sweatshirts
Sweatpants
Socks
Backpacks
Water bottles
Thanks for making our community stronger and better equipped!
Eckstein Band Rummage Sale
Save your stuff and save the date!
Saturday, April 20, 2024, 9 am-3 pm
Eckstein Middle School Cafeteria
3003 NE 75th Street, Seattle
Web: sites.google.com/view/ecksteinbandfamilies
We need your donations to make this event a success! Please set aside your gently used clothing, household items, books, music, furniture, sporting goods, and more. See the Donation List for details.
Donations will be accepted on Friday, April 19, 1:30-6:30 pm, in the Eckstein Cafeteria.
Come for bargains, baked goods, and music from our own Eckstein jazz combos. Proceeds go to our public school music program directed by the legendary Moc Escobedo. Funds support student scholarships and instrument repair and replacement. Our goal is to make music accessible to all.
Thank you for supporting Eckstein music!
Gratefully,
The Eckstein Band Families
ecksteinbandfamilies@gmail.com
Roosevelt High School 8th Grade Open House
Please join us on February 8 from 7-9pm for our High School Information night. This event is focused on sharing with future or prospective Roosevelt Rough Riders what wonderful and amazing opportunities there are for students here at our school. Link Crew Leaders, Club Officers, Sports Team Captains, Cheer and more will be featured. We will showcase our Academic Programs, Performing Arts, Clubs and Athletics. Plan to begin in the Auditorium at 7:00pm. Early arrivers will be treated to AMAZING music performances. DON’T MISS OUT!!!
Introduction to High School Course Registration for 2024-25
The SPS Curriculum, Assessment, and Instruction (CAI) team has developed an introduction to the 2024-25 high school course registration. The purpose for this document is to help rising 9th-12th graders and their families understand the basics about the course registration process and to promote consistency in our communications about high school across the district.
The English version of this introduction has been posted on our webpage. On this same page, we will soon have translated versions of this document in the district’s top five languages: Spanish, Amharic, Somali, Chinese (Simplified), and Vietnamese.
Please make sure your staff members leading the course registration process for your school include these documents in their communications to students and families. We have also shared this expectation with your registrars.
For more information, please email Caleb Perkins: cbperkins@seattleschools.org
Student Drop off & Pick up Reminder
Parent drop off and pick up of students is on NE 75th Street, right in front of the school. Please pull forward as far as you can to accommodate more vehicles. Drivers are asked not to exit their vehicles during drop off or pick up to maximize safety for students and smooth operations. Also please be sure not to block the bike lane.
Please do not drop off students or park in the staff lot located on the north end of 30th Ave NE. This is a small lot exclusively for staff. We also ask that you not drop off students on the west side of 30th as it blocks traffic. If you would like to drop off your student on 30th you may drop them in the back lot closer to the athletic field.
Our accessible drop-off location is behind the school, just to the left of the loading dock, through the double doors. To access, please turn right into the alley on the far east end of school, off of NE 75th street. Once you enter the gate, turn right. The loading dock will be straight in front of you. Upon entering the school through the double doors, turn right to find the front hall.
Students taking yellow school bus transportation will be dropped off curbside next to the staff parking lot on 30th. They will also catch the bus in the same place in the afternoon.
A covered bike cage is available for students biking to school. For more information about safe routes to school contact Jessica Levine jclevine@seattleschools.org and michelesolis100@comcast.net.
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
- 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
Middle College's Open House is Thursday, February 8 at Seattle University from 6:00-7:00pm
Roosevelt High School's Information Night for Incoming Students will be on Thursday, February 8th from 7:00-9:00pm.
The Center School's Open House for Prospective Students and Families on Thursday, February 15th from 5:30-7:30pm. Interested students and parents should RSVP using the link here: https://forms.office.com/r/AzHG5qUrp5
Nathan Hale High School will have its School Info Night for Prospective Families on Tuesday, February 13th from 6:00-8:00pm.