Weekly Warrior
Erwin Middle School Newsletter
March 25 - 29, 2024
Spring Break 🌺
- Friday, March 29 is an early release day, so students will dismiss at 1:00pm.
- Friday, March 29 is the end of the third nine weeks. Students should communicate with teachers to make up missing assignments and recoup grades. Make sure this upcoming report card is worthy to hang on the refrigerator!
- Spring break is April 1-5. We hope our EMS families enjoy some sunshine and relaxation, and we look forward to seeing you again on April 8.
Spring Spirit Week
Warrior Athletics
- Soccer will have 3 home games this week. They will play at home on Monday the 25th vs. Reynolds. This is a rescheduled game from week 1. They will host Enka on Tuesday the 26th and North Buncombe on Thursday the 28th. All games will start at 4:30.
- Baseball and Softball will travel to Enka on Monday the 25th. They will also travel to North Buncombe on Thursday the 28th. Both games have a 4:30 start time.
- Golf will have a match on Monday the 25th at Chestnut Mountain.
- Track will travel to Reynolds High School for a meet on Wednesday the 27th with a 4:30 start time.
Community Transition Night
Please share with families who have students entering EMS next year.
On Monday, April 22, Erwin Middle will be set up in the bus lot of Eblen Intermediate to welcome rising 7th graders! Stop by anytime between 5:00 and 6:30pm.
Enjoy hot dogs and games
Meet some Erwin Middle faculty and staff members
Learn more about elective class offerings, Warrior athletics, and more
Meet some of our community partners including United Way, UMOJA, Unite Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and Blue Ridge Health
This is the same night Eblen is hosting rising 5th graders, so bring the whole family out for an evening of fun!
SCREENAGERS: Growing Up in the Digital Age
Parents of Buncombe County Schools students are invited to SCREENAGERS: Growing Up in the Digital Age. The film will be shown Thursday, March 28 at 6pm in the North Buncombe Middle School theater. Admission is free. Find out more at this BCS webpage.
United Way Updates
Keep Community Nights on your radar- Healthy Blue will be hosting a raffle for a family pack of Tourist tickets at the March 25th Community Night and Cultural Night is April 29th (sign up to participate here).
Wednesday is the last day to sign up for the FREE Tuesday after school program with Riverlink (beginning after Spring Break). Forms were given out today.
Accelerated Diploma
Rising ninth-grade students, with the support and permission of their families, can choose a 22-credit accelerated pathway for high school graduation in three years. The pathway option concentrates the core graduation requirements in six semesters and eliminates most all elective course options. This option may be suitable for students who already know their post-secondary plans and who are willing to forego additional opportunities for career exploration, arts and other enrichment, and advanced academic options.
Students and families should carefully consider the benefits and limitations of this option, with input from the school counselor. An accelerated learning plan will be developed and reviewed with students and families and signed permission is required prior to the beginning of the 9th grade.
If you have interest or questions about this option, please email 8th-grade counselor Eva Lewit and principal Travis Collins.
Spring Dance
Aloha! All students are welcome to a FUN IN THE SUN spring dance on Friday, April 19 from 3:30-5:30pm. Tickets are $5 per person or $10 for a VIP ticket, which includes pizza and a drink. Concessions will be available. Only students with no OSS and no more than 2 days of ISS from 3/18 are eligible to attend.
High School Transition Updates
Reminders:
Thank you all for attending the High School Registration Nights this past week!
If you want to apply to Buncombe County Early College or Nesbitt Discovery Academy, the time is NOW! Both schools want to see your grades, and you will need to submit an application (with an essay or video, and teacher recommendations). These applications are available on the respective school’s website. They opened Feb 1st, and applications are due by midnight Friday, March 29th.
Take your time on the essay and proofread before submitting. Mrs. Lewit is running writing workshops during Warrior Time in the Media Center to help students with their essays. Stop by! Also, make sure to double check the email address of the staff member who you will be submitting your recommendation to your school of choice. Good luck!
Upcoming dates:
Nesbitt Discovery Academy
March 29- application due. See their website to apply!
Buncombe County Early College:
March 27 - Open House 6:00-7:30 pm
March 29- application due. See their website to apply!
Questions? Email Mrs. Lewit: eva.lewit@bcsemail.org
More dates to come: High School Transition Dates
Resources:
Google Classroom: High School Information CODE: 5crddvb
Google Site with information posted
Google Slides Presentation in SPANISH
Google Slides Presentation in Russian
High School Transition Dates in Russian
Google Slides Presentation in Romanian
High School Transition Dates in Romanian
Erwin High School 8th Grade Info
8th Grade Dollywood Trip
IMPORTANT: Dollywood contracts and permission slips are due by Friday, March 29. Bring cash or checks to our bookkeeper Mrs. Smart or pay electronically via GoFan.
Qualifications:
To participate, students must pass 4 out of 6 semester 2 classes, complete all EOGs, and have no more than 2 days ISS and no OSS during semester 2. The cost is $70, which includes lunch at the park, snacks on the bus, and a custom t-shirt.
Payment Info:
If your student is a Season Pass holder, the ticket price will be $10. All other students will need to pay $70. The full amount due by March 29. This can be paid in 1 payment of $70, 2 payments of $35, or 4 payments of $17.50. Payment is non-refundable. Write the email address associated with your payments on the permission slip you send back to the school in order to insure your payment is credited to the correct student. Click here to make a payment on GoFan.
End of Year Testing
Students will participate in testing at the end of the school year on the following dates:
- Wed 5/29 - Science (8th grade only)
- Fri 5/31 - Reading
- Tues 6/4 - Math
On testing days, students may not sign out until the testing session is complete. Approximate completion times are 11:00 for Science and Reading, and 12:00 for Math.
School Based Health Clinic
Upcoming Dates
March 29 - Early Release Day, End of N3
April 1 - 5 - Spring Break
April 19 - Spring Dance
April 22 - 6th to 7th Grade Transition Event at EIS
April 23 - Early Release Day
April 30 - MAP Reading Test
May 1 - Asheville Tourist Field Trip
May 8 - MAP Math Test
May 10 - 8th Grade Dance
May 15 - Early Release Day
May 27 - Memorial Day Holiday
May 29 - Science EOG (8th grade only)
May 31 - Reading EOG
June 4 - Math EOG
June 5 - 8th Grade Trip to Dollywood
June 10 - Early Release Day, 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony, last student day
Clyde A. Erwin Middle School
Home of the Warriors, our school is a house of learning for 580 seventh and eighth grade scholars from all over the world. Students are scheduled on seven core teams, each named after a different NC college. We are Ready, Responsible, and Respectful because that's the Warrior Way.
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ems.warriors/
Website: https://caems.buncombeschools.org/o/caems
Location: 20 Erwin Hills Road, Asheville, NC, USA
Phone: 828-232-4264
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/caerwinms/