Emerson Update 04/11/25

Dear Emerson families,

We are thrilled to share our sincere gratitude for your incredible support during our first round of state testing. The implementation of the PSAT 8/9 went exceptionally well, and we were all extremely happy with how smoothly the day unfolded. Your commitment to ensuring your students arrived at Emerson on time and prepared to give their best effort was truly appreciated and significantly contributed to this success.

As we celebrate this achievement, we now turn our attention to the second round of annual state testing: the M-STEP.

M-STEP Testing

We are continuing our progress with annual state testing, and students in the following grades will be taking the MSTEP tests in their respective classes:

• 8th Grade: Science and Social Studies
• 7th Grade: Language Arts and Math

Testing will begin on Tuesday, April 15th, and continue through Thursday, April 17th.

Please be aware that we will be operating on a Modified Bell Schedule throughout the entire duration of this MSTEP testing window. A detailed MSTEP Bell Schedule can be found later in this newsletter

We appreciate your understanding and flexibility as we implement this schedule to ensure a focused testing environment for all students.

On a different note, we want to extend a huge thank you to our National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) students and all those who contributed to their valuable work around the school grounds this past Wednesday. Their efforts truly demonstrated the core values of the NJHS, particularly service, and we are incredibly proud of their dedication.

Finally, as we look forward to hopefully some warmer weather, please remember that there will be no school next Friday, April 18th, in observance of Good Friday.

Thank you once again for your ongoing partnership and support of Emerson Middle School. We are confident that our students will continue to demonstrate their hard work and learning during the MSTEP assessments.

With Eagle Pride,

Bruce Rivera

April 2025

04/11/25 - Friday - All Middle School Activity Night @ Holmes (7-9pm)

04/14/25 - Monday - PTSA Meeting 5:30

04/14/25 - Monday - 2025 Washington DC Trip Virtual Meeting 6:30 (email sent)

04/15/25 - Tuesday - M-STEP Testing Begins (Classrooms)

04/16/25 - Wednesday - Track Meet @ EMS

04/17/25 - Thursday - M-STEP Testing Ends

04/18/25 - Friday - NO SCHOOL - Good Friday Observance

04/23/25 - Wednesday - Track Meet @ HMS

04/30/25 - Wednesday - Track Meet @ EMS

MSTEP Testing

We are continuing to make progress with annual state testing. Starting on Tuesday (4/15) students will take the MSTEP tests in the following classes:

• 8th Grade - Science and Social Studies
• 7th Grade - Language Arts and Math

Testing will take place over the next couple of days, beginning April 15th, and ending April 17th.

We will have a Accommodated Bell Schedule throughout the entire duration of this MSTEP testing window.

Dear Parents,

We are writing to clarify the school's policy regarding cell phone and earbud use during the school day. To maintain a focused learning environment, we are strictly enforcing the following:

• No cell phone use is permitted during school hours: AWAY FOR THE DAY.
• No earbuds or headphones are allowed, including wearing them around the neck.
• (Exceptions are made for a few students with documented medical or anxiety needs.)

In the Classroom: (AWAY FOR THE DAY)

• Teachers will remind students of the policy at the beginning of each class.
• If a student uses a device, it will be stored securely until the end of the hour.
• If a student refuses to hand over their device, administration will be called to confiscate it.

During Lunch and in the Hallways: (AWAY FOR THE DAY)

• Administration will confiscate any cell phones or earbuds seen during lunch.
• Administration will also monitor and confiscate devices in the hallways during passing periods.
• Teachers are asked to remind students of the rules in the hallways, but not to confiscate the items themselves.

We appreciate your support in helping us create a distraction-free learning environment for all students.

Our Annual Flower fundraiser was a success.... but we now need your help.

Flower Delivery Day is May 19th at Cooper Upper Elementary. As of right now the truck will be here after the buses, so around 9:15. Any help you could give, would be greatly appreciated!!!! I will keep you updated on any time changes.

Thank you for your help

• Just a reminder to please take a moment and join the Emerson PTSA! Below is the link.
• Click Here to Join the Emerson PTSA
• Here is the link to our Emerson PTSA Facebook page

Thank you for your support

The PTSA

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s),

The Emerson PTSA is sponsoring a trip to Cedar Point in Sandusky, OH on Monday, June 9, 2025. This trip is for current eighth grade students attending Emerson Middle School. Coordinating and supervising the trip will be members of the Emerson PTSA, along with Emerson staff.

The cost of the trip is $125 per student; this price covers bus transportation, admission to the park, all day dining voucher, and a wristband for unlimited beverages in the park for the day.

What are some reasons our students love School Libraries?

“It has so many books that many kids like me can choose from.”

“I love school libraries because they try their hardest to make people interested in trying out new things like reading books.”

“I love school libraries because you have access to books you may have never read, if somebody doesn't have access to books, they can check out books if they have interest in a few.” - Ileana

“Library crewwww”

“They carry good, age appropriate books and the librarians are always super nice.” - Kayla

“IT HAS A LOT OF BOOKS TO READ” - Anton

Do you want to share a reason you love School Libraries? Please submit your reasons here!

Book Chat - Almost Full!

Our book chat for the final quarter is almost full. Our book was recommended by a student and voted on by the group: The Murder Game by Carrie Doyle. We still have room for 3 more students.

Once a month, we try to host a game day where students can interact with each other a bit more socially.

Hello Parents and Students!

The Churchill's Chapter of NHS is hosting a tutoring service for pupils all throughout Livonia. This program will be located at the Carl Sandburg Library on Tuesdays from 4:30 to 7:30, and at the Livonia Civic Center Library on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:30.

Any student from 1st grade to 12th grade can sign up for the program.

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR FREE TUTORING!!!

To sign up, please check out our slides; meet our tutors, all capable High Schoolers. This will provide information on our tutors that are able to help. Please take some time reading their description before registering for a viable tutor for you.

Meet the tutors:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1IA39fZqNPEIAYdGjeFC_bKTwUdyBNd4qFrRT8v5U20E/edit?usp=sharing

There are two ways you can report an absence for your student at Emerson.

Option 1:

• Go to the Emerson Middle School website.
• Click on "Report an Absence" under Quicklinks.
• Fill out the Google Form (also at the top of this newsletter).

Option 2:

• Call the attendance line at 734-744-2666.
• Please leave a detailed message about your student's absence.
• Include their name, reason for absence and any specifics we may need to know.

Emerson Student Handbook & Code of Conduct

• This has been updated for the 2024-20254 school year.
  
• It can be accessed HERE.




A few key things to note:




• Please partner with us by reminding students that cell phones and electronics should be "AWAY FOR THE DAY"!
• All students must keep bags and backpacks in their lockers.
• We do not allow Hats and/or Hoodies to be worn during the school day.

The Livonia Parent Advisory Committee (LPAC) seeks parent representation from each Livonia Special Education Program. Parent representative volunteers have a child/children with a disability(ies). The LPAC also provides advisory input on matters regarding improvement of Special Education services within our school district.

Our Facebook page shares information of interest to our families and students.

Here, you will find electronic flyers for programs and events geared toward kids!

We hope that you enjoy the many offerings from around our great community!

If you have a program that you'd like to advertise, please email your flyer to Stacy Jenkins at sjenkins3@livoniapublicschools.org for approval. We follow a set of guidelines for approval and are only able to accept flyers for non-profit organizations that benefit our local children.

Enjoy!

Emerson Middle School has several clubs where students can connect with their peers, learn a new skill, or simply hang out with friends. We've had a volleyball club, robotics club, GSA club, walking club, Pokemon club and homework club. We would love to offer something for everyone! Our club list is always growing, and we're always open to new ideas. If your student has a dream club in mind or if you'd like to be an awesome advisor, let us know! Joining a club is a great way to make new friends, learn new skills, and have a blast!

We will often post relevant and important information on social media for families, and many families find it helpful to contact us on Facebook and Twitter. The absolute best way to contact us and get a reply, however, is by emailing the appropriate staff member or by phone (734) 744-2665.

Our website is also one of the best places to find a variety of information!

These staff members can help with the following topics:

• Athletics - Mr. Colling (acolling2@livoniapublicschools.org)
• Counselors:
• Mrs. Berman (aberman@livoniapublicschools.org) supports students with last names A-K
• Ms. Colvin (fcolvin@livoniapublicschools.org) supports students with last names L-Z
• Health Care Plans - Mrs. Matuska (smatuska@livoniapublicschools.org)
• Registration - Mrs. Carroll (jcarroll4@livoniapublicschools.org)
• Special Education - Mrs. Downs (kdowns@livoniapublicschools.org) or Mr. Kowalski (dkowalsk@livoniapublicschools.org)
• Student Activities - Mr. Dewey (bdewey2@livoniapublicschools.org)

Website: https://www.livoniapublicschools.org/Domain/13
Location: 29100 West Chicago, Livonia, MI, USA
Phone: (734) 744-2665
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EMSLivonia/
Twitter: @EaglesNestEMS