January Updates

Welcome to the New Year. Many exciting changes and events will happen during this semester. Our technology resources are being upgraded weekly. All the 11 year old desktops throughout the building have been removed. We added over 230 new laptops and chrome books for student usage. The new devices were used as we completed our mid-year Science and Social Studies tests online. The older devices were unable to support the online testing software. We invite parents/guardians to stop by to see how different our Media Center and Computer Labs look with the new equipment.

East Middle was selected as the only middle school in the district for a new pilot program. Over the next three years our staff will be trained to integrate technology more effectively and extensively into their instruction. Our websites will change to interactive Haiku (Google product) sites for staff, students and parents. This is scheduled to begin next year. Our goal over the next 2 years is to use different funding sources so that all students will have access to a mobile device in all classes.

Please come out to support our basketball teams this year. Our first game is scheduled for Thursday, January 20 (weather dependent). Please note that the schedule contained in the link has changed to all boys teams will play at the same location and follow the original 8th grade schedule. Girls will play at the opposite site. Please check our school webpage to locate the schedules.
http://wsfcs.k12.nc.us/Page/89647

Rising 9th Grade registration will be online ONLY. We are planning times in middle to late February for our present 8th grade parents to come in and assist their son/daughter will the process. Stay alert for more information.

Yearbook sales are ongoing. Give your child the gift of memories for the 2015/16 school year. Use the attached link to order.
http://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/Page/103366


Calendar of Events

January 29                            Talent Show      7PM

February 5                            Spirit Day (Football wear)
                                             Movie (Inside Out) 2:15

February 11                          Rising 6th Grade Open House 6:30 (Tell your friends and neighbors)

February 15                         Teacher Workday/Snow Makeup Day

February 16                         Basketball Tailgate 2:10

February 19                        School Dance 2:10

February 24                         Early Release Day

February 29 - March 4        Spring Book Fair

October Updates

As we begin October and look back we could ask, "Where did September go so quickly?" It seems like only a couple of weeks ago that students were beginning the school year and we had our Labor Day break. Thanks to all the parents/guardians for such a smooth opening of the school year. East Middle's success in educating our students is connected to your overall support. 

New Sign In

Beginning Monday, October 6 we will begin using Ident-A-Kid software for our sign ins. This includes students, parents and volunteers. Many of our parents are familiar with the process from surrounding elementary and high schools. If you need assistance please as our office staff.

PTA Updates

Thanks to everyone for supporting our PTA. If you have not joined we encourage you to do so. You can find information on our website. Thanks to everyone for supporting our PTA fundraiser. We are close to collecting the final funds. If your child still has money out please encourage them to get it in quickly. This will enable them to participate in the Fundraiser Celebration on November 5. Students with outstanding balances will not be able to attend our dances on October 23 and February 19. Please check our webpage for volunteer information. 

Assist your child(ren) in becoming lifelong readers. Our book fair is October 12-16. I encourage every parent/guardian if possible to buy their student at least one book. If you are able we ask that you consider joining me in sponsoring a child who otherwise might not be able to get a book from the book fair. 

Ravens of the Month

Each month our teachers select students that are exemplifying characteristics of Righteous Ravens. The students selected for September are:

Study Skills – Jessica Martone
CTE – Tytiana Wall
Foreign Language – Andrea Isais
PE – Isaac Cisneros

Apollo (6th) – Molly Hignite

Apollo (7th) – Kayla Becoat

Discovery – Lindsey Campbell

Endeavor – Mimi Cramer

Trailblazers--Edgar Mariano-Garcia

Lions – Sydney Watson

Panthers – Alyssa McMillan

MAPS – Cameron Barnes

Join us as we celebrate these students and so many more for their tremendous contributions to East Middle. 

October Opportunities

We will be hosting our second parent information session on October 15. You may pre-register for dinner beginning at 6 pm. The  session begins at 6:30. Our topics to be covered are:

How do I effectively use Parent Portal for monitoring my student's grades and attendance?

How do I navigate teacher's webpages to monitor assignments and other information that never makes it home?

What can I do to keep my child safe using Social Media?

Do not miss this important information. The book fair will be open for purchases during the sessions. 

We will also have our 3rd Annual Cultural Arts Night on October 29 beginning at 6:30. Our musical groups will be performing short concerts. Each year our staff and students represent over 15 different countries. The evening will be filled with displays, exhibitions, and foods from around the world. Please join us for a fun-filled evening. 

Safety Drills

Each year we conduct different safety drills. Most parents are familiar with the monthly fire drill and annual tornado drill. Please know that we also conduct regular lock down and intruder drills. All of these drills are required by local and state agencies. Do not be concerned if your child(ren) mention these occurrences. As we practice for the possibility for different our goal is to never need to implement them. 

Dates to remember

6th - Soccer vs Hanes (Redmon Park) 3PM
10th - Bully Prevention Walk 9AM BBT Ball Park

7th - Cross Country meet (Walkertown) 3PM

12th - 16th - Book Fair

13th - Soccer vs Kernersville (Redmon Park) 3PM

14th - Early Release Noon

15th - Soccer at Northwest 3PM

          Parent technology session (RSVP dinner 6; Session 6:30)

19th - 22nd - Dance Tickets on sale during lunch

20th - 21st - EOQ tests

23rd - End of quarter

26th - Workday (No School)
27th - Make up Pictures

29th - Cultural Arts Night 6:30

October is a busy month. Thanks for everything you are do to assist in making this a successful year for our students. 

September 25

Thanks to everyone supporting our PTA fundraiser. Students selling will need to bring in their money by October 1. The last day of the sale is September 30. Students with outstanding balances will NOT be allowed to participate in the Fundraiser Celebration and PTA sponsored events (dances, etc). The Book Fair will begin on October 12. We ask that parents support their children through purchasing a book and encouraging their children to read. 

Students desiring to sign up for Crosby Scholars will have the opportunity during lunch on September 29. Registration is free. Crosby Scholars are expected to complete 2 hours of community service and attend one training session this school year. If you have questions contact Cheryl Tilley (703-6769). 

We will have our next Early Release day on September 30. Students will be dismissed at NOON. 

Our fall  campus beautification day is Saturday, October 3. We ask that parents and students assist us in maintaining the beauty of our campus. Our goal is to transform our campus from summer to fall/winter foliage. 

Sports Events
Cross Country  - September 28 (3PM at Southeast)
Soccer  - September 29 (3PM at Redmon Park)
Soccer - October 1 (3PM at Mineral Springs)

Thanks for all your support. 

September 18, 2015

What a great week at East Middle. We had our first PTSA/Title 1 parent meeting on Tuesday night. I will attach our handouts from the meeting. Check our website for dates of future meetings. Please return your input on these items to me prior to September 30. 
Wednesday was the first Early Release day for the year. Dates for future Early Release days are located on district and school calendar. The focus of our staff training sessions will be "How adult behavior affect student achievement."
The PTSA fundraiser began this week. Check our website for more information. Students must have signed parental permission before they may receive candy to sell. Thanks for supporting our PTSA in this endeavor. 
Two big events will occur on Wednesday, September 23. (Picture Day and Progress Reports) I will attach a form in case the original form was misplaced. All students will take pictures. However, if you desire to purchase the pictures you must send in payment on Wednesday. You may also order the pictures online. If you are paying by cash please send in the exact amount of the desired packet. You should be able to access your child's academic progress using Parent Portal. If you do not have access to their information in Parent Portal please come by the school to see Mrs. Garcia (Data Manager). Please check our webpage calendar for the paper Progress Report schedule. 

Important info and dates:

10 point grading scale
Picture Day (September 23)
Progress Reports (September 23)
Pink Out Day (Supporting Breast Cancer Prevention) (September 25)

East Middle webpage http://wsfcs.k12.nc.us/Page/11791
East Middle calendar http://wsfcs.k12.nc.us/Page/11792
Picture Form  https://my.lifetouch.com/mylifetouch/getStarted/home
Use ID code: HY325386Y0

September 13

I trust the school year has begun with your students. We will have our first PTA, Title 1 Parent meeting on Tuesday beginning at 7 PM. We will have a pizza dinner for those families that preregistered beginning at 6:30. 

Items to be discussed during the training are School Compact, Title 1 fund usage, survey for upcoming sessions, and sign up for Parent Portal. If you have not completed your request RSVP please contact our office Monday before 4PM (703-6765). 

The first early release day is Wednesday, September 16. Students will be dismissed at NOON. Lunch will be served before dismissal.

The PTA candy fundraiser will begin on September 17. Parent may pick up candy at the PTA meeting on Tuesday. 

September 17   Soccer @ Ivey Redmon 3pm
September 22   Soccer vs Wiley @ Bolton 3pm
September 23   School Pictures
                         Cross Country @ Jefferson 3pm
September 24   Soccer @ Ivey Redmon 3pm
September 28   Cross Country @ Southeast 3pm
September 29   Soccer @ Ivey Redmon 3pm
September 30   Candy Sale Ends
                         Early Release

Remember Breakfast and Lunch are free for ALL students. 

If you have any questions please feel free to call our office (703-6765). 

Dossie Poteat

August 28

     Good afternoon parents and guardians. I will attempt this year to send a weekly update of the events and happenings at East Middle. The year has started smoothly. We are continually registering new students, adjusting schedules of enrolled students and resolving transportation requests. I would like to thank everyone for their patience as we make the needed changes.
     One of the major changes at East Middle this year is the cost of breakfast and lunch. ALL students may eat a regular breakfast and lunch FREE. Students are able to purchase extra items a la carte. Parents are not required to complete any paperwork for students to receive their breakfast and lunch free. Our goal is that every student would eat a healthy breakfast and lunch.
     If your son or daughter desires to participate in athletics this year they will need to receive a physical. This link will direct you to the Athletic participation form. http://wsfcs.k12.nc.us/Page/102
All of our schedules and tryout information is available on the school's web page under Athletics. http://wsfcs.k12.nc.us/Page/12139
    Please send in Box Tops. We will use the funds to purchase items for our Raven Store.

Important dates

September 1     Boys' Soccer Tryouts begin
                         Cross Country Tryouts begin

September 7     Labor Day School Closed

September 8     Robotics Club Interest Meeting 2:10

September 9     Eating For Education Day at selected Kernersville restaurants

September 15   PTA/Title 1/Technology Training for Parents 7PM

September 16   Early Release Day (Noon)

September 18  Alice In Wonderland Auditions (2-3:30)

September 23   Fall Pictures

September 25   Spirit Day (Pink Out to support Cancer Awareness)

September 30   Early Release Day (Noon)

October 1         Deadline for Crosby Scholars