The Eagles' Nest
Elko Middle School: August 2021
The Principal's Pen
Greetings, Elko Middle School Family:
Summer is a time to retreat, relax, and spend quality time with family and friends. I hope and trust that you are doing so. Despite the challenges we all face with the current pandemic, it is with great enthusiasm that I welcome you to the 2021-2022 academic year.
Each new year offers us the opportunity to make new plans, design new strategies, and implement new ideas. We can be proud of Elko’s achievements last year. To be sure, our achievements result from an awesome student body and parental/community support in addition to our passionate, caring, and committed staff. I appreciate your continued support! Each month, you will receive this newsletter, "The Eagles' Nest," from the school electronically, providing you with “soaring news you can use." As I continue to transition and learn Elko Middle, I welcome your voice and feedback as we continue to create a positive school culture. I am only an e-mail or telephone call away should you have any questions, comments, or concerns. Please respond to the google form included in this newsletter.
Finally, we are embarking upon an exciting new journey! I am proud of the courage and determination you have exhibited thus far. I look forward to seeing you at Meet the Principal Events, Back-to-School Night, and Open House. Please continue to visit our school’s website for updates, and if you have not done so, consider following us on Twitter: @ElkoMIddle and @PrincipalMizell.
Remember… It’s a GREAT time to be an EAGLE!
In partnership,
Herman S. Mizell, Ed.D.
Principal
Elko's Awesome Assistant Principals
Mr. David Leath
Ms. Taleesa Meeks
Ms. Courtney Swartz
Sensational School Counseling Team
Ms. Sally Hawash
School Counselor
Ms. Andranise Flowers
School Counselor
Dr. Jorli Swingen
Lead School Counselor
The Marvelous Main Office Staff
Ms. Vanessa Haislip
Ms. Kerry Barrett
Mr. LaShaun Greene
It's SCHOOL SHOPPING time!
Meet Dr. Mizell virtually for updates!
ANOTHER FREE VACCINATION CLINIC!
See you soon at Open House!
First Day of 2021-2022 School Year
Back-to-School Night
Our 21 - 22 Theme: Happy New Year!
ELKO is ready!
School Supply List
Click on the link to access the Elko's 21-22 school supply list. The list is for all students in grades 6 - 8.
7th Grade and Tdap/Meningococcal Vaccination
The Commonwealth of Virginia requires that all students entering seventh grade must have received a Tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccine booster and the Meningococcal vaccine unless the student has received a Tdap vaccine after the age of seven years.
If your child has not received a dose of the Tdap and Meningococcal vaccines, and you have not provided the school with a medical exemption form, signed by a notary, your child may not start school on September 8th. If you have questions, please contact your child’s physician or the local health department.
PowerSchool ParentPortal for access to Back-to-School Forms
There is a webpage on our district's website called The Connection that contains support information to help families sign up for the PowerSchool ParentPortal and how to access other online services. Contact the school should you need further assistance.
Mark your calendar!
August 12: Meet the Principal/Back-to-School Update (virtual)
August 31: Open HouseSeptember 8: First Day of School
September 21: Back-to-School Night
Follow us on Twitter!
Follow our school's and admin's journey of making the ORDINARY...EXTRAORDINARY! @ElkoMiddle, @PrincipalMizell. @TaleesaMeeks, @cswartz22884, @DrLeath_HCPS
Contact Elko Middle School
Website: https://elko.henricoschools.us/
Location: 5901 Elko Road, Sandston, VA 23150, USA
Phone: (804) 328-4110
Twitter: @ElkoMiddle