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EEM Newsletter (03/31 - 04/04)

March 31 - April 4, 2025

EEM Newsletter (03/31 - 04/04) March 31 - April 4, 2025

Upcoming Events

Please see the following upcoming events at East End Middle:

  • 04/01 - Spring Picture Day

  • 04/02 - Paraprofessional Appreciation Day

  • 04/04 - National School Librarian Day

    • 3rd Quarter Award Assembly

      • 7th-8th Grade: 10:00am

      • 6th Grade: 1:30pm

  • 04/07 - 04/11 - National Asst. Principal Appreciation Week

  • 04/14 - School Board Meeting @ EEM

ATLAS Summative Testing

Our End of Year ATLAS testing will begin in THREE weeks! Parents, we need your help! PLEASE make sure your child is at school on the days of testing. The dates are listed above. When students test with their peers, they tend to do better rather than having to make up tests at a later date.


These end of year tests are SUPER important! We use this information to provide interventions and supports for your child. These scores, in combination with other factors, help determine appropriate classes for your child. The scores also are reflected on our school's report card from the Arkansas Department of Education.


We want your child to do his/her best, so please make sure they are at school and encourage them to do their best! Thank you for your partnership!


***Scores for the ATLAS Interim tests are available for parents to view in the Parent Portal. You can login to see how your child performed. A reminder of the performance levels is linked below. If you do not know how to login to the Parent Portal or do not have your access code, please email Dr. Heather Williams at heatherwilliams@sheridanschools.org.

Rising Freshman Information

Attendance Matters

EEM Families,


Regular attendance is key to your child’s success in school. When students attend consistently, they not only keep up with daily lessons and work but also develop essential habits like responsibility and time management. Missing school—even just a few days—can make it harder for students to stay on track academically and socially.


We’re here to support your family in ensuring your child is present and engaged every day. Together, we can set them up for a bright future! Thank you for prioritizing attendance and partnering with us in your child’s education.


Please make sure to turn any written documentation for excused absences to Tina Goodwin, attendance clerk. You may email a copy of the written documentation within 5 days of the absence to tinagoodwin@sheridanschools.org or turn the written documentation into the front office within 5 days of the absence.


***Please see the attached forms that outline the Sheridan School District attendance policy. If you have any questions, please contact the East End Middle front office at (501) 261-6565.

Teacher Contact Information

Staying in contact with your child's teachers is one of the best ways to ensure your child's success. If you have any questions about your child's grades, behavior, etc., please email your child's teachers immediately. Communication is essential to an effective partnership between school and home.

Order a Yearbook

Parents, we could use your help! If your student participates in school sports or activities and you have taken pictures at events, please send your photos to jenniferstrickland@sheridanschools.org. We would love to include them in our upcoming yearbook. Also, be sure to order your EEM yearbook at yearbookforever.com by April 11, 2024. The price of a yearbook is $40.

Staff Shoutout

How Do I Check My Child's Grades?

All grades can be accessed on Home Access Center (HAC): http://hac23.esp.k12.ar.us. If you have any questions or need a Parent Access Code, please contact Dr. Williams at heatherwilliams@sheridanschools.org. Thank you!

IMPORTANT LINKS:

2024-2025 Student Handbook

Please see the attached link for the 2024-2025 Student Handbook. Please pay close attention to the cell phone policy, dress code policy, and attendance policy. If you have any questions, please contact the front office at (501) 261-6565.

Nurse's Corner

Welcome back, I hope everyone was able to recharge during the break. There are only a few Scoliosis and BMI screenings left to do and we should be done with it this week. Students will only be exempt from screenings if the parent/guardian sends in a written note excusing the student.


The Reminders:

  1. Screenings for Scoliosis and BMI will continue through the beginning of April. Letters with information have gone out. If you do not want your child to be screened please send a written note as soon as possible.

  2. If your child needs a check-up, immunizations, or is feeling ill our Jacket Health and Wellness Clinic is convenient and quick. For more information click the link Jacket Health or call (870) 484-4411 to set up an appointment..

  3. Please be mindful when buying candy or snacks for the school that the Sheridan School District is a peanut/tree nut free district. Please do not send or allow your child to bring food items into the school that contain peanuts, peanut products, or tree nuts. This information will be found on the label under ingredients. Due to continual changes in manufacturer packaging and processing, please read the ingredient label to ensure that it does not contain any of the following: peanuts/ nuts, peanut/nut butter, peanut/nut oil, peanut/nut flour, peanut/nut meal, or any of the statements “may contain traces of peanut/nuts.” (M&M’s, Butterfinger).

  4. If your child has a health condition, please inform the school nurse. We want to keep all our students safe and make sure they are receiving proper care while at school.

  5. Please keep your child at home if they have a fever, vomiting, or have diarrhea. Students must be 24 hrs without fever or symptoms in order to return to school. Please also let attendance or the school nurse know.

  6. Parents, be on the lookout for head lice and remind students not to share combs/brushes or clothing items.


Thank you and please contact me with any questions or concerns.


Cynthia Terrell, RN (501) 261-6565

Please feel free to contact East End Middle administration for any reason. We are here to partner with you to ensure success for your child. You may call the office at 501-261-6565 or email those listed below.



Dr. Heather Williams, Principal

heatherwilliams@sheridanschools.org


Mr. Alan Westfall, Asst. Principal

alanwestfall@sheridanschools.org


Ms. Jessica Ashcraft, School Counselor

jessicaashcraft@sheridanschools.org

Heather Williams
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