East Middle School
Parent Newsletter: April 5th
A Note From the Principal
Dear East Middle School Students, Parents, and Guardians:
We have had an awesome start after spring break! It's hard to believe that the year is almost over.
We've got some good nuts and bolts details within the newsletter, so make sure to review it! Before you scroll down, please see these important reminders:
- Our PTA meeting is tonight at 7PM in the library.
- At this time, the dance is still scheduled for tomorrow night. If weather becomes an issue, we will communicate that to parents before the end of the school day.
- The Textile Drive Community Drop-off is happening on Saturday from 9-12 at EMS! Still have some extra stuff? Drop it off!
- MAP testing is coming up in a few weeks. We encourage students to make sure to get a good night's sleep, eat a hearty breakfast and do their best to show their knowledge and learning.
Sincerely,
Katie Campbell
Principal
East Middle School
Two Schools, One Community
Athletic and Activities
Month of April
April 5th: PTA meeting in the library at 7PM
April 5th: Track @ Belton 4pm
April 6th: Dances - 6th grade from 3:00-4:30; 7th/ 8th grade from 5:30-7:00
April 10th: Home Track @ 4pm
April 11th: Track @ Raytown Central 4pm
April 16th: Track @ Raytown 4pm
April 19th: Track @ Liberty 4pm
April 24th: Track @ Grandview 4pm
April 25th: Track @ Kearney 4pm (7th grade only)
April 30th: Track @ Kearneyy 4pm
Our Dance is Coming Up!
- April 6th will be our Hawaiian Spring Dance.
- Sixth grade students will have their dance from 3:00pm-4:30pm. Sixth grade students have been given permission slips, and these must be returned in order for them to stay for the dance.
- Our seventh and eighth grade students will come back from 5:30pm-7:00pm.
- There will be an inflatable obstacle course, so please dress appropriately.
SPRING HAS SPRUNG!
ELA: April 16th, 17th, 18th, and 19th
Math: April 23rd, 24th, and 25th
Science and End of Course (Algebra): May 1st, 2nd, and 3rd
NWEA Testing: May 7th through May 18th
We do ask that if at all possible, try to schedule doctor's appointments, and other times when students are out of class, for before or after school during these testing windows!
Our March Students of the Month - Empathy!
Front row from the left: Kaden Young, Chloe Banks and Kylin Sousley.
Second row: Mia Sternod, Cora Gross and Anthony Michael.
Third row: Ethan Culbertson, Tallie Scott and Karinna Goodson.
Fourth row: Logan Wilson, Shannon Finn (not picture) Austin Noah.
Fifth row: Caroline Kelly, Ashtyn Cook and Jadedon Willis. Top row: Abbie Newton, MaKiya Leslie-Hardison and David Starkey.
Dress Code Reminders!
- Clothes that fit in the Fall may not fit this Spring.
- Students should consider bringing a light jacket or sweater to wear in colder classrooms.
- Students with apparel that does not meet dress code will be asked to change or add a layer.
Our Textile Drive is Happening Now!
We also have Saturday drop off on April 7 from 9am-12pm. On this day students will be available on the northwest side of the building to help unload your vehicles. Teams of students are competing against each other for the most pounds brought in. If you know of a student/teacher or team you wish your items to be donated towards, let us know! Let the Spring cleaning begin!
The Ray-Pec Council of PTAs is seeking nominations for PTA Volunteer of the Year
Please submit nominations by Thursday, April 19, to Debbie Lerner at janetlerner@att.net or by mail to 1019 Country Lane, Raymore, MO 64083. Nomination forms may also be turned in to the front office at each school.Here’s a link to the Nomination form (forms are also available in the school offices) The announcement of Volunteer of the Year will be made at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, April 26, at the Administrative Services Center. A reception will follow the announcement.
Our End of the Semester Party!!! To PowerPlay!!!
Tweet All About It!
Follow us: @rpemshuskies
Student Attendance at After School Events
Students are expected to remain in the stands during the games unless utilizing restrooms or concessions. Middle school students will have a designated section in the south end zone on the field and will have access to the nearby visitor concessions and restrooms.
EMS Staff Spotlight
Who: Andrew Higley
What: 7A Social Studies, Cross Country & Wrestling Coach
Education: BS in Behavioral Sciences from Missouri Baptist University, Master of Arts in Teaching from UCM
Describe Yourself in 10 Words or Less: Striving to be a great husband, daddy, teacher, and coach
What Makes You a Great Member of the Husky Pack: I like working with and building relationships with middle school students. I'm driven to help all students see and work towards their potential. I'm a good communicator and problem-solver.
Something People Might Not Know About Me: My wife and I met while volunteering for a pit bull rescue group.
Resources for Parents Regarding Grades and Homework? Here Is Your One-Stop Shop!
CW/HW Link:
This is the link families can use to access the daily homework. The link to the document is on the main page of the school website. You can go there by clicking on "RPEMS Classwork/ Homework."
OR you can go directly there using this link: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1g43kD3OSWtLpF0Ijyu_Na98Da_OIURa29tNLxZ_WrJQ/edit?usp=sharing
Tyler SIS:
Using the link for families on the district website. The link is under the "Parent" tab on the district website. Once there, on the lefthand side you can click on "Parent Portal (SIS)."
OR you can go directly there using this link: https://sdm.sisk12.com/RP360/apphost/TylerSis#/parent
Username and password is: Usernames and passwords were emailed out at the beginning of the year from Help@RayPec. If you cannot remember your username and passwords, please contact Wanda Gordon @ wanda.gordon@raypec.org or 388-4000.
Teacher Ease:
Using the link for families on the district website. The link is under the "Parent" tab on the district website. Once there, on the lefthand side you can click on "Parent Portal (Teacher Ease)."
OR you can go directly there using this link: https://schoolinsight.com/common/login.aspx
Username and password is: Usernames and passwords were emailed out at the beginning of the year from Help@RayPec. If you cannot remember your username and passwords, please contact Wanda Gordon @ wanda.gordon@raypec.org or 388-4000.
Student Agendas:
Your student has a student agenda that he/she should be filling out daily as bellwork activities in classes. Ask your student to see the agenda periodically.
PTA Information
Follow us on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/RPEMSPTA/
Our next meeting will be on April 5th in the library!
17-18 School Year Grading Period Information
9-Week Progress Periods
East Middle School and South Middle School
End-of-Year Report (46 days) (End of 2nd Semester)
Start: Wednesday, March 14, 2018
Provide communication on an ongoing basis.
End: Thursday, May 24, 2018
Progress reports available via parent portal by Tuesday, May 29, 2018Check Us Out: East Middle School Website
You will continue to see changes on the website throughout the year.
RPEMS Administrative Staff
Katie Campbell
Stacy Johnson
Alexis Stark
Raymore-Peculiar East Middle School
Website: http://www.raypec.k12.mo.us/100/Raymore-Peculiar-East-Middle-School
Location: Raymore-Peculiar East Middle School, Missouri 58, Raymore, MO, United States
Phone: (816) 388-4000
Twitter: @rpemshuskies