Eagle Middle School

November 1st: EMS Literary Games Begin

November 3rd: Daylight Savings Ends

November 5th: NO SCHOOL - Teacher Collaboration

November 5th: Election Day

November 6th: Coffee with the Counselors (NEW TIME) - 9:30am

November 6th: NJHS Induction Ceremony - 6pm

November 7th: Renaissance HS visits with Interested 8th Graders

November 7th: IFAA Open House and Tour - 5:30pm

November 7th: 8th Grade Girls' Basketball Team Photos - 3:30pm

November 7th: Renaissance HS Night - 4pm-8pm

November 7th: Medical Arts Charter High School Information Night - 6pm

November 8th: PTO Spirit Wear Treat Day (Students wear Spirit Wear for a Treat)

November 9th: Rake Up Eagle

November 11th: Veteran's Day Assembly (ALTERNATE BELL SCHEDULE)

November 11th -15th: Student Council Canned Food Drive

November 11th-15th: National School Psychology Week

November 11th: Medical Arts Charter High School Information Night - 6pm

November 11th: Toys for Tots Through December 3rd

November 12th: Medical Arts Charter HS visits 8th Grade During Lunch

November 12th: PTO Restaurant of the Month - Chipotle

November 12th: CTE Open House @ MHS / RHS - 5pm-7pm

November 13th: Wrestling Team Photos - 3:30pm

November 15th: 6th Grade Anti-Vape Lesson

November 15th: EMS Steelheads Family Night 7pm

November 18th: Meridian Technical Charter visits 8th Grade During Lunch

November 18th: Meridian Technical Tech-X-Perience - 6:30pm

November 19th: EHS Soccer During Advisory for Interested 7th/8th Grade Students

November 25th-29th: NO SCHOOL - Thanksgiving Break

November 30th: Renaissance High School Application Due Date

November 30th: IFAA High School Application Due Date

As we move forward with the year I want to take this moment to encourage our students (and you as a parent to encourage your student) to get involved in one of the MANY social outlets offered here at Eagle Middle School! Try a sport! Our teams are not just for athletes who have played for years. There are so many opportunities for students to be involved in athletics at the middle level and it is a great time to try a sport, even if you're only in it for the fitness, fun or friendships! The physical fitness, social development and being involved with a group of peers offers amazing opportunities! Beyond athletics we offer more club opportunities than any middle school in the district. Watch the Newsletter for club start dates or encourage your middle school student to watch for these dates on the morning announcements. With athletics, clubs, student led organizations, dances and more, there are so many ways to engage at school! Encourage your student to be involved and engaged!

Matt Genetti

Parent and Principal

ALTERNATE BELL SCHEDULE

EMS will be holding a Veterans Assembly on Monday, November 11th. We would love to be able to celebrate our Veterans in the community as we educate our students about the purpose of this important day. If you are a Veteran of the military, or are still actively serving, we invite you to join our assembly and be recognized. If you have a friend or family member who is a Veteran, please invite them to also attend. We request that you arrive prior to 8:10 am to avoid the parking lot traffic and get seated before students enter. We anticipate the assembly finishing by 9:30am. We look forward to celebrating with you!

This is also the day that our Athletic Leadership Team will be kicking off our Toys for Tots collection drive. There will be advisory level competitions to see which class can bring in the most toys to donate to the kids in our community. This event will run through December 3rd. We would appreciate any toys, new in the packaging, and unwrapped. There is typically a shortage of toys for kids in the 10-12 age range, so please consider that if you choose to help out.

Beginning on Monday October 28th, all students started transitioning outside for lunch starting 15 minutes into the lunch period. This change aims to provide our students with fresh air and a chance to enjoy the outdoors during their lunch break.

As we head into November weather, please remind your child to bring a jacket or coat. For those who prefer an indoor setting, students will still have the option to visit the library to quietly read or play board games.

We will continue to follow West Ada’s guidelines for holding students inside when it is snowing, raining, icy, or too cold (20 degrees or below). We appreciate your support in ensuring that our students are prepared for this new routine. If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out.

• November 7th (Thursday) Renaissance HS visits with interested 8th grade students at EMS during Advisory
• November 7th (Thursday) Discover Renaissance HS Night 4:00-8:00 PM at Renaissance HS
• November 7th Information Night at Medical Arts Charter HS 6:00-8:30 PM
• November 11th Information Night at Medical Arts Charter HS 6:00-8:30 PM
• November 12th (Tuesday) Medical Arts Charter HS visits EMS during 8th grade lunch
• November 12th (Tuesday) Career Technical Education Night 5:00-7:00 PM (Renaissance or Meridian High Campus)
• November 18th (Monday) Meridian Technical Charter HS talks to interested 8th grade students at EMS during Advisory
• November 18th (Monday) Tech-X-Perience at Meridian Technical Charter HS 6:30-8:30 PM (register www.mtchs.org)
• November 30th (Saturday) Renaissance HS Application Deadline
• December 2nd (Monday) Medical Arts Charter HS Application Deadline
• December 5th (Thursday) Open House at Meridian Technical Charter HS 2:30-4:30 PM
• December 9th (Monday) Open House at Meridian Technical Charter HS 5:00-7:00 PM
• December 12th (Thursday) Meridian Technical Charter HS Application Deadline

As we continue to prioritize the safety and well-being of all our students, we would like to address a growing concern regarding the use of e-bikes (pedal assisted and non-pedal assisted) by students. While e-bikes are an increasingly popular mode of transportation, it is essential to ensure that they are being used responsibly, both for the safety of the rider and others in the community.

Important Information:

• ALL Bikes: For student safety, students should walk their bikes while on campus (including the parking lots and crosswalks).

• Pedal Assisted E-bikes: Please see the guidance for ALL Bikes.

• Bike Parking: ALL bikes (including Pedal Assisted e-bikes) should be parked in designated bike racks and securely locked to prevent theft.

• Non-Pedal Assisted Bikes: Note from Det. Kelch: Non-pedal assisted bikes cannot be driven on a public roadway unless the driver is licensed. That means that most middle school students cannot drive these bikes legally to and from school in the state of Idaho. E-Dirt Bikes are for off road use only. Sidewalks are also prohibited for use by E-Dirt Bikes.

We ask for your support in reminding your children of these safety measures and encouraging responsible e-bike use. Together, we can create a safer environment for everyone.

Thank you for your attention to this important matter, and as always, thank you for helping to keep our school community safe.

Respectfully,

Eagle Middle Administration & School Resource Officer

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We would like to thank our amazing EMS families and our PTO for taking such good care of us during conferences! We all enjoyed a delicious taco bar from Jalapeno's Restaurant and the drinks and desserts to sustain the teacher throughout conferences. Thank you all for your generosity and time to make us feel so appreciated.

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🏀8TH GRADE BOYS' BASKETBALL

• Tryouts on December 16th & 17th
• Team Practices Begin on December 16th
• All forms and fees due December 11th
• No Practices over Holiday Break
• Games times are 4pm

📷8TH GRADE GIRLS' BASKETBALL TEAM PHOTOS ON NOVEMBER 7TH AT 3:30PM

📷WRESTLING TEAM PHOTOS ON NOVEMBER 13TH AT 3:30PM

PLEASE WATCH THE ATHLETIC WEBSITE FOR MORE SPORTS DATES

Do you have a son or daughter that will be attending Eagle High School to play boys or girls soccer next year or in a few years? Coach Austin Rogerson and Coach Tristen Spooner, the boys and girls' varsity coaches, will be at Eagle Middle on November 19 at 8:20am in the cafeteria during advisory! You can meet the coaches and learn about the future exciting opportunities that will be available at Eagle High School!

If you have questions, please reach out to the coaches at rogerson.austin@westada.org or spooner.tristen@westada.org.

The NJHS Induction Ceremony for new members will be held on November 6th at 6pm in the main gym.

NJHS will meet the 3rd Monday of each month with options of before school from 7:40 am to 8:00 am or after school from 3:10 pm to 3:30 pm

Advisor: Tyler Brake and Diann Roberts

Email: brake.tyler@westada.org and roberts.diann@westada.org

English and Math i-Ready Diagnostics are coming up in December.

English will give their winter diagnostic IN THEIR CLASSES during the week of December 3-5th.

Math will give their winter diagnostics utilizing an advisory testing schedule on Tuesday, December 10th.

We will run an alternate bell schedule on December 10th for the Math Diagnostic.

Hello from the Library!

Please remind your student to return their library book(s). There are lots of overdue books out there. Students are welcome to come to the library on their own time before/after school and break. Students may also come to the library if it is open during their lunch. Students are on a regular library schedule and come to the library every other week with their ELA class.

Cold, damp weather has arrived! Please remind your student to protect their library book(s) from getting wet. It is an automatic replacement fine if the book is damaged by liquid.

The next Idaho Battle of the Books (IBOB) meeting is Fri. 11/8. This is an optional reading program. It’s like sports, but with BOOKS!

Literary Games begin Friday, November 1st! Please have your student listen to the announcements for more info. Or come to the library.

Technology: As the temperature begins to drop, please do not leave laptops in the car. Extremely cold weather can cause damage to an LCD screen.

If your student is having tech. issues with their laptop at home, please contact IT support at 208-350-5300 (8-4pm).

Thank you,

Sheila Luque

Librarian

Please encourage your children to remember to bring their basic school supplies to their classes every day. Many students are coming to class WITHOUT basic supplies listed on our School Supply List including pencils, colored pencils, markers, scissors, and glue sticks.

If you are in need of basic school supplies, please contact our school counselors who will be happy to help. Thank you for your support in instilling preparedness and responsibility in your child(ren).

24 Hour Attendance Line: 208-350-4256

Website: www.westada.org/ems
Location: 1000 West Floating Feather Road, Eagle, ID, USA
Phone: 208-350-4255