ECMS October Lions' Den
Roaring with pride!
From the Desk of Ms. Burns
Thank you to everyone who came out to our tie dye night! We had a great turn out and a ton of fun! Students who did not attend were given a tie dyed shirt. These shirts can be worn to school.
Our dedicated team here has been hard at work to provide the best educational experience for your child. In this month's newsletter, you'll find important updates, school highlights, and upcoming events to keep you informed and engaged with your child's education. We also want to report that we have successfully finished our Fall Diagnostics in iReady and have held our Response to Intervention(RTI) meetings. This helps us identify any student who struggles in Reading or Math and potentially qualifies them to receive Title I services. Be on the lookout for Title I permission slips.
Students will complete benchmark testing this month. They complete benchmark tests in reading, math, and science twice a year. The purpose of this testing is to prepare students for the Ohio State Testing in April and identify areas where students need more support.
💀Save the Date 🧟♀️
10/17 Parents’ Club Meeting 6:00 @ ECM
10/18 Picture Day at ECMS
10/18 Dine to Donate Texas Roadhouse
10/20 End of 1st Quarter
10/26 Free Dress Down Day
10/26 Trunk or Treat
10/27 No School (Building Work Day)
10/30 No School in-service
11/1 Fundraiser Pick Up at the Elementary School
🎃 Home to School Connection 🎃
Developing a Strong Reader at Home!
Helping your child develop strong reading skills at home is a valuable and rewarding endeavor. Here are some effective ways parents can support their child's reading development:
Create a Reading-Friendly Environment:
Surround your child with books: Have a variety of age-appropriate books readily available at home.
Set up a cozy reading nook: Create a comfortable and inviting space for reading with good lighting.
Be a Reading Role Model:
Let your child see you reading regularly. Children often mimic the behavior of their parents.
Talk about what you're reading and share your enthusiasm for books.
Read Aloud Together:
Read aloud to your child daily, even if they can read independently. Choose books that match their interests and reading level.
Take turns reading paragraphs or pages, or discuss the story as you read.
Encourage Independent Reading:
Allow your child to choose books that interest them. Encourage a wide range of genres and topics.
Create a reading routine, such as a bedtime reading ritual.
Visit the Library:
Take regular trips to the library to explore new books and participate in library programs or reading challenges.
Let your child pick out books they want to read.