The Panther Prowl

The mission of Edythe J. Hayes Middle School is to engage all learners in a safe and nurturing environment that fosters academic excellence and develops responsible, respectful leaders and citizens

NTI DAY PREPERATION

The district has announced that tomorrow, January 13th, will be a Non-Traditional Instruction (NTI) day for both students and staff.

We encourage all students to complete their NTI assignments during the day tomorrow. However, if students are unable to participate due to power outages or lack of access to their devices, they will have additional time to complete their work. Class assignments will be posted on each teacher’s Canvas page. These assignments will focus on reviewing previously covered content, and no new material will be introduced.

Students will have three school days upon their return to complete the NTI assignments. While there will not be live instruction during the NTI day, teachers will be available to provide support during office hours from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Links for teacher Zoom or Google Meet sessions can be found on their respective Canvas pages.

Additionally, as the semester transitions, many students have changes to their elective classes. Please remind your student to check their 3rd quarter schedule on Infinite Campus to ensure they are aware of their updated elective courses.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

WINTER RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

Following the recent winter weather, Fayette County Public Schools has compiled a list of community resources that may assist individuals and families in need.

In addition, our Youth Services Center is available Monday through Friday, from 8:35 AM to 4:00 PM, to help connect families with support. If you would like to speak with a team member, please contact us via email at madeline.potter@fayette.kyschools.us.

PHONE NUMBER UPDATE

Our new school phone number is (859) 422-1145. Our former number (859) 381-4920 will ring to the district office and eventually will be discontinued. Change your contact for us, please. Thank you!

HIGH SCHOOL SCHEDULING FOR 8th GRADERS THIS WEEK

Frederick Douglass and Henry Clay High School Counselors will be at Edythe J. Hayes Middle School on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 from 2:00-3:55 PM to meet with EJH 8th graders about High School Scheduling. This meeting is for students only. A parent meeting will be scheduled by the High School to answer any questions you may have. Students must complete the High School Schedule for where their current address shows they are districted to attend.

Monday, January 13, 2024

• NTI day for students

Tuesday, January 14, 2024

• Cheer practice in the gym at 7:00 am
• Academic team practice in room 1001 at 7:30 am
• Diversity club will meet after school in room 914 until 5:00 pm
• Drama-play practice after school until 5:30 pm in room 503
• Get Fit after school until 5:30 pm
• Boys basketball practice after school in the gym after school

Wednesday, January 15, 2024

• Dance team practice in the gym at 7:00 am
• STLP will meet in the student center at 8:00 am
• Drama-play practice in room 503 at 8:00 am
• Tutoring in the library after school until 5:05 pm
• Art club will meet in room 513 after school until 4:45 pm (7th/8th grade only)
• Math team will meet in room 417 after school until 5:15 pm
• Boys basketball practice in the gym after school
• Archery practice from 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the gym

Thursday, January 16, 2024

• Dance team practice in the gym at 7:00 am
• Get Fit after school until 5:30 pm
• Drama-play practice after school until 5:30 pm in room 503
• Boys basketball practice after school in the gym
• Archery practice from 6:30 - 8:00 pm in the gym

Friday, January 17, 2024

• Dance team practice in the gym at 7:00 am

• Academic team practice in room 1001 at 7:30 am
• Boys basketball practice after school in the gym

Cafeterias menu

CSIP

Employability operating system (eOS)

Infinite Campus Parent Portal

PTSA Facebook Page

SBDM Policies

Voluntary Student Accident Insurance

Student Handbook

Jan 20- No school (MLK day)

Jan 21 - Curriculum Night

Edythe J. Hayes Middle School is excited to host our upcoming Curriculum Night on January 21st from 6:00-7:30 PM! Join us to pick up your child’s MAP student reports, view impressive student work displays, cheer on participants in the spelling bee, and explore engaging activities at our interactive STEM stations. We look forward to seeing you there for an evening of learning, celebration, and fun!

Help us reach our goal in our 12th Annual DanceBlue mini-thon. To donate to EJH's goal: https://ukdanceblue.com/campaigns/edythe-j-hayes-middle-school

DanceBlue is a University of Kentucky student-run organization that fundraises year-round and culminates in a 24-hour no sitting, no sleeping dance marathon. DanceBlue raises funds and awareness for the fight against pediatric cancer while supporting patients and families affected by it. The money raised through DanceBlue is donated to the Golden Matrix Fund, established to support the kids of the DanceBlue Hematology/Oncology Clinic at Kentucky Children's Hospital, both today and well into the future. The Golden Matrix Fund supports groundbreaking pediatric oncology research, enhances the patient experience, and supports Clinic Operations. DanceBlue will continue to spread joy to those fighting, to persevere in memory of the lives lost, and to celebrate every victory until the battle against pediatric cancer is won. A percentage of net proceeds for DanceBlue will be invested in perpetuity to support pediatric cancer research and support.

Schedule for the week:

Monday - Jan 13

• Practice 4:15 - 6:15

Tuesday - Jan 14

• Practice 4:15 - 6:15

Wednesday - Jan 15

• Practice 4:15 - 6:15

Thursday - Jan 16

• Practice 4:15 - 6:15

Friday - Jan 17

• Practice 4:15 - 6:15

Any students interested in being part of the backstage team for Mean Girls should come get an application from Ms. Collins. Positions include set design, technical design, and hair and makeup. These applications will be due Thursday and the list will be posted Friday morning!

Here is a link to the form for families who may want to access it at home.

Diversity Club will meet after school until 5 on 1/14.

We will meet on Monday, January 13th, from 4:15 PM to 5:15 PM in room 914.

Somos Panteras will meet Monday, January 13th, from 4:00 to 5:00 PM in Room 1006

FCA has been cancelled this week.

Anyone attending the convention should attend an after school meeting until 5:00 in room 212 on the first day we return to school. Details regarding convention logistics will be emailed home this week. The regularly scheduled January 17 meeting is cancelled due to the convention.

Governor's Cup Competition

COMPOSITION:
Due to ongoing weather delays, details regarding the Composition schedule are not finalized. Please remain on standby, as testing may proceed on Tuesday, January 14, at a time yet to be determined (tentatively plan for around 5:00 PM). Please note that the governing body, KAAC, requires the competition to be held in person.

QUICK RECALL & GENERAL KNOWLEDGE TESTING

As of now, the General Knowledge testing and Quick Recall competition are scheduled to take place on Saturday, January 18, as originally planned. However, due to weather delays, start times are not yet confirmed.

Our District Coaches' Meeting will be held on Monday, January 13, and further information will be sent to everyone following the meeting.

As a reminder:

General Knowledge Testing + Quick Recall

Date: Saturday, January 18

Time: TBD (plan for 08:00 - 4:00p)

Location: B. Michael Caudill Middle School

1428 Robert Martin By-Pass Richmond 40475

o: 8598930620

Save the Date:

The 3rd Annual Black Excellence Visual & Performing Arts Showcase will be held on Saturday, February 22nd at Bryan Station High School. All are welcome!

Mrs. VanHoose's STLP students have created a Podcast for Hayes students. There are two new Panther Pod(cast) episodes for EJH families to enjoy.

We will begin holding after school tutoring on Mondays & Wednesdays beginning on September 4th. Please review our tutoring expectations.

Please see our tutoring schedule and sign up for dates here.

Fayette County Public Schools wants to help students explore their talents and refine their career interests before they graduate. That’s why we offer more than 30 magnet and school programs designed to foster skills in art, music, automotive maintenance, carpentry, emergency medical services, welding, engineering, and more.

If your student would benefit from these programs, we encourage you to attend our Innovation Showcase on Saturday, March 1, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Tates Creek High School. Showcase participants can browse resource tables and talk with teachers and staff from each of our available programs.

Applications for our magnet and school programs open on March 1, 2025 and must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on March 17, 2025. To learn more about our application process, visit our website. For general questions, please email Vee Pryor or call 859-422-0071.

Important Dates

• March 1 - Applications open
• March 17 - Application deadline
• March 31 (high) & April 1 (elementary and middle) -- notifications to families

1️⃣ Welcome Our New Head Principal!

Please join me in giving a warm welcome to Michelle Wilson, our new head principal! Michelle brings a wealth of expertise in Career and Technical Education (CTE) and an incredible energy to this state-of-the-art facility. We’re thrilled to have her leading the way as we prepare to kick things off in August! 🤩

2️⃣ Programs at The HILL
We’re proud to announce a total of 19 programs being offered under one amazing roof. How incredible is that? Below is the full list of programs, and you’re welcome to direct families here for more information about our offerings.

3️⃣ Application Now Open for the '25-'26 School Year!

The application is live and ready to go! It’s quick and easy for students to complete—less than 5 minutes. Here’s the link. We strongly encourage students to apply early, ideally before April 1st.

4️⃣ Schedule Options
We will be on an A/B block schedule where students can choose to:

• Attend every other day (1 program).

• Attend daily (two programs).

📢 Calling all future Bears! 🐾

Join us for the Mary E. Britton Middle School Registration and Information Sessions:

📅 Wednesday, Jan. 15
📅 Thursday, Jan. 16
🕡 6:30 p.m.
📍 Garrett Morgan Elementary, 1150 Passage Mound Way

Learn more about our programs, meet our team, and get ready to embark on an exciting journey at Britton Middle School!

🌟 Special Note: Staff will be on hand to assist families who are not currently enrolled in Fayette County Public Schools with registration for the 2025-26 school year.

Don’t miss this important opportunity to prepare for the upcoming school year! 💙🐻

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