Hornet Nation News
April 1, 2022
Our Hornet Nation News will be sent out on a monthly basis. So plan on receiving our newsletter on the first Friday of every month. We appreciate you taking the time to read our monthly newsletter. If you ever have any questions, please feel free to call our front office, 208-854-4730.
3rd Quarter Report Cards
Third quarter report cards are available on Infinite Campus. If you would like a printed copy, please contact the school office.
ISAT Testing - April 11-14
All 7th and 8th grade students will be ISAT Testing April 11, 2022 - April 14, 2022. We will have an altered schedule these days for all 7th, 8th, and 9th grade students. It is very important for all 7th and 8th grade students to be in attendance and on time to school on these days in order to participate in the ISAT. Please make every effort to schedule a doctor, orthodontist, counseling, or other appointments outside this testing window.
- Monday, April 11th: 90-minute ELA CAT
- Tuesday, April 12th: 120-minute ELA PT
- Wednesday, April 13th: 90-minute Math CAT
- Thursday, April 14th: 90-minute Math PT + 8th Science
- Friday, April 15th and Apr. 18th-22nd: Small Groups and Makeups
TVMSC will test on all of these days when they get here.
Important ISAT Reminders for 7th and 8th Grade Students and Parents
Students need to bring their fully charged BSD Chromebooks every day.
Students need their student ID numbers.
Most students will test Monday, April 11th-Thursday April 14th, with makeup testing the rest of April.
Students should bring headphones, pencils, and scratch paper if possible.
Phones and calculators are not allowed.
All students will take two math tests and two English language arts tests; 8th graders will also take a science test.
April Character Trait
Our April Character Trait is Responsibility. We will focus on this character trait in various ways throughout April. It will be used for Student of the Month recommendations, Hornet Cards, and weekly Student Announcements. Responsibility means being accountable, reliable, and trustworthy. Actions include accepting the consequences of your actions, demonstrating digital citizenship through respect and personal accountability, and viewing mistakes as opportunities to learn.
Boys Basketball Update
All four East Basketball Teams had a great season and we are all very proud of how our boys’ teams represented East.
- 9th Grade Team under Coach Mings took second place in the City.
- 7/8 Team took third place overall under the leadership of Coach Sasser.
- 7/8 B Team went undefeated under Coach Yocum.
- 7/8 C Team played well and had a great season under Coach Amundson.
PTO Capital Campaign
How can East Junior High better communicate with our Hornet Community?
WITH A SIGN!!
Help US Help YOU!
Contribute to our EJH Capital Campaign and help the PTO raise $15,0000 to install a lighted monument sign in front of the school.
If every Hornet household contributes at least $25.00 per student, we will exceed our goal and install the sign this summer!
Don't Delay, DONATE TODAY...here's how:
Please contribute TODAY with a tax-deductible donation. Send a check to East c/o East PTO or Venmo @EastJrHigh-PTO
Freshman Farewell
Aloha! Don't forget to mark your calendars for the Freshman Farewell event!
This event is for 9th grade students only and will be held on May 23rd from 4-6 pm at East Junior High.
Next PTO Meeting: Tuesday, May 3th, 8:00 am, East Junior High
We have a couple of open PTO positions for next year- all different commitment levels. If you are interested in getting involved but cannot attend, please email Lindsay Barnes lblainbarnes@hotmail.com
School Safety Volunteers Needed
Have you ever wanted to help the teachers, staff, and students at East? Would you be interested in coming to help supervise the hallways and cafeteria at East during the morning passing period, lunch periods, or after school to help with safety in the parking lot? Please see the Sign-Up Genius link below and sign up for a time slot that works for you if you are interested.
NJHS Announcements
Next Mandatory Meeting
Monday, April 4, 2022
Lunch time in the Small Gym
REMINDER: 2nd semester service hours are due May 6th!
Digital Dangers: Helping Idaho Adults Protect Children Online - April 6th
Click Here for more information!
National League of Young Men, Inc
Looking for an organization where your son can serve the community and learn leadership skills? And where you can support the community alongside your son?
A few of us here in the East Boise area are exploring the idea of creating a chapter of the National League of Young Men, Inc. (NLYM) and are looking to gauge interest amongst moms of current 9th graders in our community.
https://www.nationalleagueofyoungmen.org/
JOIN US for an informal informational get together to learn more!
April 8th - 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Lucky 13 - Upstairs
Questions? Please contact Amy at abesoushko@gmail.com or Katie at ktmikk@aol.com
March Students of the Month
Paxton Weniger
Sofiia Chernyshova
Nick Janecko
Morgan Churchill
JD Focarile
Carson Huegerich
Parking Lot Safety!
We have had numerous complaints, accidents, and near misses after school during pick up! Here are 3 ways YOU can help!
1. DO NOT BLOCK THE ENTRY- PLEASE DO NOT BLOCK THE ENTRY- If the front lot is full continue into the side lot (to the left) keeping the entry clear. We feel this is the largest issue with traffic flow. DO NOT STOP when pulling in if you cannot keep the entry clear!
2. PLEASE PULL INTO THE SIDE LOT FOR PICK UP- this will help with the flow of traffic and clear the blockage on Warm Springs Ave where accidents happen. Do not allow your student to access your vehicle while you are on the road waiting. Pull into the East lot or wait at the Ranch Market.
3. CLOSE THE GAP - if you are picking up in front of the school and NOT blocking the entry please pull up as far as possible to the car in front of you so we can accommodate more vehicles.
Thank you for helping to do your part! We are looking for parking lot volunteers and have contacted BPD to further assistance.
Boise School Board Approves Updated Health and Safety Plan
The Boise School Board has approved an updated Health & Safety Plan that, among other things, makes masks optional. The entire Health & Safety Plan is currently effective after spring break.
In addition to making masks optional, the approved updated Health & Safety Plan includes returning the District's visitor and volunteer protocols and school activities that were in place before the COVID-19 pandemic and implementing the District’s Illness Procedure guidelines. The illness guidelines detail when students should stay home based on certain symptoms, and explain when someone may return to school based on health care provider's instructions. Our District will continue to monitor local conditions.
Upcoming Events
April 2022 (athletic dates are subject to change)
5 - 7th A/B Volleyball @ South; 7th C/D Volleyball vs. South
5 - Orchestra Concert 6:30 p.m.
7 - 7th A/B Volleyball vs. West; 7th C/D Volleyball @ West
8 - 7th A/B Volleyball @ Les Bois; 7th C/D Volleyball vs. Les Bois
11 - 15 - 7th and 8th Grade ISAT testing week
12 - 9th Tennis vs. North
13 - College Awareness Day, wear your favorite college gear
14 - Track Meet vs. Riverglen, South, Hillside
14 - 9th Tennis vs. Les Bois
15 - 9th Tennis vs South
19 - 9th Tennis vs. West
21 - Track Meet vs. Riverglen, Fairmont, West
21 - 9th Tennis vs. North
22 - 9th Tennis @ Les Bois
26 - 9th Tennis vs. Hillside
27 - College Awareness Day, wear your favorite college gear
27 - Track Meet vs. North, West, Fairmont
28 - 9th Tennis vs. South
Contact Us
Email: melissa.renz@boiseschools.org
Website: east.boiseschools.org
Location: 5600 East Warm Springs Avenue, Boise, ID, USA
Phone: 208-854-4730