
Titan Talk

Week of November 28, 2022
UPCOMING DATES:
- 11/28 - FBLA Club meeting after school in Mr. Keith Gilliam's classroom (A-152)
- 11/28 - Hampton Film Academy, after school until 5:30 pm in the Media Center
- 11/29 - Jr. Beta Meeting in Ms. Young's classroom (E-125) at 8:30 am
- 11/30 - Wellness Wednesdays - All teachers/staff wear jeans & Titan blue t-shirts to Connect to Wellness. 💙
- 11/30 - Hampton Film Academy, after school until 5:30 pm in the Media Center
- 11/30 - Lost & Found donated at the end of the day.
- 12/1 - Picture Retakes in the media center
- 12/1 - Student Council Meeting in Ms. Graves’s classroom
- 12/1 - Get Ready for High School: Rising 9th-Grade Parents in-person at 6:30 PM
- 12/2 - Gymnastics/Tumbling @ Ridgeview Middle School
- 12/2 - College Swag Day - Wear jeans & college t-shirt on Fridays!
- 12/2 - Interact Club will meet during WINN class in Mrs. McClelland’s classroom (D-115)
- 12/3 - Band -Optional Event All-State and District Honor Band Auditions (off-site)
- 12/5 - Hampton Film Academy from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- 12/6 - Remote Learning Day (Run-Off Election)
- 12/7 - Wellness Wednesdays - Wear jeans & Titan blue t-shirts! 💙
- 12/7 - Katha Stuart Community Mtg at Vickery Mill ES @9:30 AM
- 12/7 - Roswell High School's Rising 9th Grade Parent & Student Showcase @ 6:00 PM in the RHS Auditorium.
- 12/7 - Hampton Film Academy from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- 12/7 - PTSA Meeting
- 12/9 - Innovation Academy Visit to 8th Grade Students
- 12/9 - College Swag Day - Wear jeans & college t-shirt on Fridays!
- 12/9 - Spelling Bee in the Media Center – Parents of the finalists are welcome to watch!
- 12/9 - Interact Club will meet during WINN class in Mrs. McClelland’s classroom (D-115)
- 12/12 - Hampton Film Academy from 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
- 12/13 - Jr. Beta Meeting in Ms. Young's classroom (E-125) at 8:30 am
- 12/14 - Wellness Wednesdays - Wear jeans & Titan blue t-shirts! 💙
- 12/14 - Hampton Film Academy
- 12/15 - Student Council Meeting in Ms. Graves’s classroom @ 8:30 am
- 12/16 - Last Day of the First Semester
- 12/16 - College Swag Day - Wear jeans & college t-shirt on Fridays!
- 12/19/2022 to 1/2/2022 – WINTER BREAK (All of Fulton County Schools Closed)
IMPORTANT DATES:
DECEMBER 1
PICTURE DAY RE-TAKE & MAKE UP
in the Media Center
DECEMBER 1
GET READY FOR HIGH SCHOOL
@ 6:30 PM at EPMS
Rising 9th-Grade Parent Meeting for Middle School Parents
*Get a synopsis of the verification process to transition from middle school.
DECEMBER 6
REMOTE LEARNING DAY
(Run-Off Election)
DECEMBER 7
ROSWELL HIGH SCHOOL RISING 9TH-GRADE NIGHT
ALL PARENTS, STUDENTS, AND FAMILIES ARE INVITED!
@ 6:00 pm at Roswell High School Auditorium
What? ROSWELL HIGH SCHOOL SHOWCASE
Where? The meeting will begin in the Roswell High School Auditorium
Who? All Rising 9th Grade Parents, Families, and Students
All parents and students should go to Roswell High School on December 7th from 6–8 pm for the RHS Showcase to meet representatives from Administration, Counseling, and Staff who will provide valuable information for your student’s successful transition to High School.
PLEASE NOTE: This meeting will replace the Rising 9th-Grade Meeting from previous years that traditionally has taken place in January.
DECEMBER 9
SPELLING BEE FINALS AT ELKINS POINTE
@ 9:00 AM in the Media Center
Parents of the finalists are welcome to watch!
ATTENTION 8TH GRADE PARENTS OF FUTURE HORNETS!
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Titan Families,
I hope everyone was able to enjoy their Thanksgiving break. The FCS (Fulton County Schools) CARE Team was at school this morning to support our staff and students. The PTSA and parents again are showing their care and concern for the faculty by providing breakfast on Friday, December 2nd. Although we are faced with challenging times, there is still so much to be thankful for, and please know that I am grateful for you. We will get through this TOGETHER!
Thanks for all that you do!
Damian Bounds
Principal of Elkins Pointe Middle School
"Every Day, Every Student, College & Career Bound: Go Titans!"
PTSA SHOW OF SUPPORT
MESSAGE FROM THE PTSA
Our hearts are hurting with the entire staff at Elkins Pointe MS as they grieve the loss of their colleague and friend, Ms. Stephanie Baker-Kpeglo.
The Elkins Pointe PTSA would like to show their care, concern, and love for the staff of EPMS by providing them with breakfast on Friday, December 2nd. Many people in the community have asked what they can do to help during this sad time at Elkins. If you would like to donate to the breakfast, please follow the link below:
epms.memberhub.com/store/items/776439
Any funds not used for the breakfast will be used to purchase a memorial item placed on campus to remind Ms. Baker-Kpeglo's contributions to the community.
TITAN CELEBRATIONS
BOOK FAIR THANK YOU!
The Fall Book Fair was a brilliant success. Our Media Center Specialist, Mrs. Patricia Hutchison, and Assistant, Ms. Susan Rickson, are very grateful to the parents who came to set up, work the register, and the breakdown.
The Book Fair was only possible thanks to the following volunteers:
Bridgette Bilz, Luciana Brittain, Karen Brunner, Nora Bryant, Jennifer Danielsen, Amy Deich, Shule Emregul, Kelly Evers, Ellen Hake, Kelly Hanretta, Amy Kingry, Julie Kruzic, Alicia Leach, Katrina Loncaric, Bertha Long, Jocelyn Mackinnon, Stephanie Matthes, Lara Morrison, Lauren Nicholls, Urvi Patel, Karin Pearson, Kathy Pembroke, Maria Roman Torres, Kelley Schroth, Elsa Simcik, Cathy Sparks, Bethel Ziesenitz
FCCLA FALL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE
Congratulations to the FCCLA for their attendance of the Fall Leadership Conference. Thank you to Mr. Chelsea Thomas Pierce for arranging for the Titans to attend.
NOVEMBER IS HOMELESS MONTH🎗️
The Titan teachers and staff wore green on Friday, November 18th to bring attention to Homelessness.
DISTRICT HONOR CHORUS
Congrats to Mrs. Donna Fallis and the Elkins Pointe Chorus for representing the Titans at District Honor Chorus.
WELLNESS CHAMPIONS FOR NOVEMBER
Ms. Monica Colquitt, Mrs. Neisha Russell, and Mrs. Erryn Burcham were nominated and awarded for being the Wellness Champions for November. These three 7th grade teachers walk the Employee Parking Lot to get their steps in, soak up some Vitamin D, and to enjoy fellowship with each other. To support their healthy habit as the weather cools, these fit and fabulous 7th-grade teachers were gifted North Point Community hoodies!
THINGS TO KNOW
RETAKE & MAKE UP PICTURES ON THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2022
To order your child's school portrait:
- Go to jostenspix.com
- use Event Code: FE7 8322
ELKINS POINTE RISING 9TH GRADE MEETING - 12/1 @ 6:30 PM
All parents are invited to learn about the transition process, which starts in middle school to get rising 9th-grade students ready for their very first year in high school. This process is called the high school verification process. It involves several rounds of picking electives (i.e., World Language, Art, Band Chorus, CTAE Pathways) and ensuring that your child is placed in core courses at the correct and desired rigor.
'TIS THE SEASON FOR TITANS GIVINGS
JR. BETA SHOE DRIVE NOW UNITIL DECEMBER 16!
Junior Beta is sponsoring a "Soles for Souls" Shoe Drive. They will collect new and gently worn shoes of all sizes. Shoes can be dropped off in the boxes in the Media Center and the rotunda in front of the main office. The drive will continue until December 16th. Let’s help Elkins Point Junior Beta Club be a huge source of donations to help people in need around the world.
OPERATION WINTER WRAP - NOW UNTIL DECEMBER 9TH
Locker Wrap Project Information
Donation of winter hats, scarfs, gloves, socks, mittens, small blankets or $2.
We will wrap one locker for each donation.
Bring donations to E-113 or D-115 by Friday Dec 9th
All donations will be given to a homeless shelter.
RISING 9TH GRADE PARENT INFORMATION - HIGH SCHOOL TRANSITION
High School Transition Information
Attention 8th Grade Parents! The transition to high school is just around the bend. To help parents understand the process and to attend the important transition meetings at the high school, Elkins Pointe has a "Rising 9th Grade Information" feature on our website. To keep up the timeline and dates set by your child's future high school, be sure to check the "Rising 9th Grade Information" for updates.
APPLY TO FCS HIGH SCHOOL MAGNET PROGRAMS UNTIL JANUARY 15, 2023
FCS High School Magnet Programs
Innovation Academy, Alpharetta, GA
- · Engineering, Healthcare & Information Technology
- · https://www.fultonschools.org/innovationacademy
Roswell High School, Roswell, GA
- · 3DE by Junior Achievement
- · https://www.fultonschools.org/domain/8850
North Springs High School, Sandy Springs, GA
- · Math & Science Academy: https://www.fultonschools.org/domain/6323
- · Visual & Performing Arts Academy: https://www.fultonschools.org/domain/6323
Northview High School, Johns Creek, GA
- · 3DE by Junior Achievement
- · https://3deatnorthview.weebly.com/
Riverwood High School, Sandy Springs, GA
- · International Studies
- · https://www.fultonschools.org/domain/7444
Banneker High School, College Park, GA
- · 3DE by Junior Achievement
- · https://www.fultonschools.org/domain/8487
Global Impact Academy, Fairburn, GA
- · Engineering, Healthcare & Information Technology
- · https://www.fultonschools.org/globalimpactacademy
Tri-Cities High School, East Point, GA
- · Visual & Performing Arts
- · https://www.fultonschools.org/domain/5381
Westlake High School, Atlanta, GA
- · Math & Science Magnet Program
- https://westlakemagnet.wixsite.com/westlakemagnet
MORE THINGS FOR TITANS
COTILLION FOR 7th & 8th GRADERS
The Bridges/North Atlanta Cotillion will start Sunday, January 8, at Double Tree Hilton in Roswell. We offer a dancing and manners program to 7th and 8th graders. We focus on traditional dances (waltz, fox trot) and popular dances (shag, swing, freestyle, line, slow). Our 7th grade manners include making first impressions, handshakes, eye contact, common courtesies for girls and boys, and telephone/technology etiquette.
Our 8th grade program introduces Latin dances and etiquette that covers job interviews, dating, and the ever-popular Table Manners! Your student will use these skills throughout their life! New students are always welcome in 8th grade. Registration is open! We look forward to meeting your child. For more information, please contact:
Program Director: Valerie Macdonald
770-781-5580 info@thecotilliongroup.com
SGC MEETINGS 2022-2023
School Governance Council at Elkins Pointe
The Elkins Pointe School Governance Council (SCG) meets monthly at 7:45 am on Microsoft TEAMS. SGC is composed of parents, teachers, and the principal. Members are elected and appointed. SGC meetings are open to the public. Please click HERE to view the school website or click on the box below to join a meeting. If you have any questions about SGC, please feel free to reach out to any SGC members by using the SGC Council Member Directory.
Katha Stuart Community Meetings 2022-2023
- 12/7/2022 at 9:30 a.m. at Vickery Mill ES
- 1/18/2022 at 9:30 a.m. at Holcomb Bridge MS
- 2/15/2023 at 9:30 a.m. at Sweet Apple ES
- 3/22/2023 at 9:30 a.m. at Mimosa ES
- 4/19/2023 at 9:30 a.m. at Crabapple MS
- 5/17/2023 at 9:30 a.m. at Elkins Pointe MS