
Titan Talk

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Good evening Titans,
I hope all Titan families are safe and dry. My extended family is from East Tennessee, where the area is underwater. My mom was in Asheville when Helene hit hard, and thankfully she is OK. I realize you may also have family and friends impacted by the storm, and for that, please know all who are affected are in my thoughts and prayers.
On a different note, starting Monday, September 30th, all visitors, and volunteers entering the building will have to show an ID before being allowed to enter. This policy increases our safety at Elkins Pointe. Safety is often inconvenient, and I know that this will slow the process. Thank you for your patience as we roll out this practice.
Some things to note when entering the building:
- Hold your ID close to the camera.
- Only one person may enter at a time.
- Be kind to Ms. Denise and Ms. Ainara as they work to keep our students and staff safe.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in implementing these safety measures. Your support is crucial in keeping Elkins Pointe safe.
Sincerely,
AJ Smith
Principal of Elkins Pointe Middle School
UPCOMING DATES....
UPCOMING...
Monday, September 30, 2024
- Reading Bowl Interest Meeting @ 8:25 AM in Mrs. Carter's classroom.
- Band Fundraiser begins
- Soccer Practice - EPMS Field, after school until 5:30 PM
- Boston Butt Fundraiser 🐖 - Pre-order and pay by September 30th using the link: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/bostonbuttfundraiser/items?cart
Tuesday, October 01, 2024
- Academic Bowl Practice @ 8:20 AM in F-112 (Young)
- Soccer Practice - EPMS Field @ 4:30 PM
- Volleyball Try-Outs – Gym @ 4:30 PM
Wednesday, October 02, 2024
- Yearbook @ 8:20 AM in room E115 (Vicente)
- Jr. Beta Meeting @ 8:30 am in Room F-112
- Volleyball Try-Outs – Gym @ 4:30 PM
- EPMS Soccer Away vs River Trail from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Thursday, October 03, 2024
- Rosh Hashanah (1st Day)
- Yearbook @ 8:20 AM in room E115 (Vicente)
- FCA @ 8:00 am in the Media Center
- Soccer Practice - EPMS Field @ 4:30 PM
- Volleyball Practice – Gym @ 4:30 PM
Friday, October 04, 2024
- Rosh Hashanah (2nd Day)
- Reading Bowl Team Meeting Club in F-101 (Carter) from 8:25 AM - 8:55 AM
- Interact Club for 7th & 8th Grades during Advisement in D-117
- REFLECTIONS Entries due to the Media Center by October 4th by 4:00 PM
- Volleyball Practice – Gym @ 4:30 PM
- EPMS Soccer Home vs Crabapple from 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
ORDER YOUR BOSTON BUTT BY 9/30 🐖
PTSA BOSTON BUTT FUNDRAISER - ORDER ASAP!!
Boston Butt Fundraiser! The Elkins Pointe Middle School PTSA is hosting a fundraiser with "Oink, Cackle and Moo" and has arranged for you to purchase a smoke Boston Butts for $45/each(18-20 servings).
- Pre-order and pay by September 30th using the link: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/bostonbuttfundraiser/items?cart
- Pick up is on Friday, October 4th, 2024 at Elkins Pointe Middle school between 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM. Bring a bag or cooler for easier transport at pick up.
IMPORTANT DATES
SEPTEMBER 30
BOSTON BUTT FUNDRAISER - ORDER BY 9/30 🐖
Pre-order link:
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/bostonbuttfundraiser/items?cart
30 DE SEPTIEMBRE
TALLER PARA PADRES A LAS 6:30 PM
¡TODOS LOS PADRES Y FAMILIAS INVITADOS!
Ubicación del taller: Supermercado Carniceria 3 Hermanos
635 Holcomb Bridge Rd,
Roswell, GA 30076
OCTOBER 1 & 3
VOLLEYBALL TRY-OUTS
7th and 8th grade Boys/Girls
* Must upload all forms to Rank One
OCTOBER 3
FCA MEETING
All are welcome to join the first FCA Meeting
@ 8:00 AM in the Media Center
Bring $5.00 for a Chicken Biscuit
OCTOBER 4
REFLECTIONS ENTRIES DUE
*Turn in all entries by 4:00 PM to the Media Center
OCTOBER 22
PICTURE DAY AT ELKINS POINTE
* Retakes on 11/21
NOVEMBER 3
LIBBY DAY PHOTO SESSIONS
from 3-5pm at the Roswell Town Square.
To book your session:
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/photo-mini-sessions-copy/forms?cart
NOVEMBER 4
PICK UP YOUR PRE-ORDERED BOSTON BUTT 🐖
at Elkins Pointe Middle school
between 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM.
Pre-order before 9/30 link:
TITAN CELEBRATIONS
DELIGHT AT THE FRENCH MARKET - QUELLE JOIE!
What a soirée! It was great fun to see our fabulous French teachers, Monsieur Mendy and Mademoiselle Dismer, mingling with Titan families at the annual French Market in Buckhead Village on Saturday, September 28th! The open-air market was a delightful experience, featuring charming cobblestone streets, vibrant greenery, and French-inspired decor. It was delicious to sample scrumptious crêpes and macarons!
THINGS TO KNOW!
2024 FALL PHOTO FAMILY MINI SESSIONS
2024 Fall - Photo Mini Sessions: Join us for our second annual Fall Family Photo Fundraiser. Create lasting memories and make an impact at our wonderful school!
Photo sessions are presented by Libby Day Photography. Libby has photographed families for over 15 years. Her beautiful images will create memories to last a lifetime. Each year Libby hosts several photography fundraisers so she can give back to the community. It’s amazing the quality shots she can capture in just a few minutes! Book your session today and help us make a difference in the lives of our students and their families.
To book a Libby Day Photo session:
https://my.cheddarup.com/c/photo-mini-sessions-copy/forms?cart
- The event will take place Sunday, November 3rd from 3-5pm at the Roswell Town Square.
- Please sign up for your 5-minute time slot using the link provided.
- Your $40 donation includes 1 digital image. Additional images can be purchased through an online gallery. 100% of donations go to Elkins Pointe to help pay for science equipment, student celebrations, teacher luncheons, and more! Photo session location: Roswell Town Square, 610 Atlanta St, Roswell GA
READING BOWL - CALLING FOR TEAM MEMBERS ON SEPT. 30TH
If your student is interested in joining Reading Bowl, our last interest meeting will be held on Monday, September 30 at 8:25 in Room F101. All parent information forms should be turned in by 10/1 so we can register our team for the competition. The competition will be held on January 25th at Sandy Springs Middle School from 8:30 am to around 1 pm. If you have any questions, please email Leighann Carter at carterl2@fultonschools.org.”
VOLLEYBALL TRYOUTS - 10/1 & 10/2
VOLLEYBALL TRYOUTS: Tryouts have been rescheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 1st and Wednesday, Oct. 2nd. All forms must be filled out and uploaded to Rank One before players can attend an open gym or tryout.Please ensure any student who wants to try out fills out the interest form and uploads the required FCS athletic documents to Rank One. All information must be received to be able to try out. Rank One is an FCS Athletics portal that keeps track of all information for student-athletes.
Volleyball Interest and Participation Forms:
Volleyball GIRLS Interest Form – https://forms.office.com/r/PAcDEdxrNK
Volleyball BOYS Interest Form – https://forms.office.com/r/8sZApnqr9L
Rank One Login – https://www.rankone.com/Parent/Parent
Rank One Instructions: Please see the Parent tutorial below.
Please contact or see Mr. Pickering at pickeringb@fultonschools.org with any questions.
REFLECTIONS ARTS CONTEST - ENTRIES ARE DUE 10/4
Calling all creative students! If you're child has a passion for the arts, the National PTA Reflections Art competition is perfect for them. The theme is “Accepting Imperfection.” Whether your child enjoys Dance, likes to make Films, write Literature, paint in Visual Arts, or snap the perfect shot in Photography, this is a competition that will you boost confidence, and a way to participate in thearts world.
You can get an entry form at school in the media center and visit georgiapta.org for all the rules and how to submit—just look under the events tab for Reflections. Get your masterpieces in by Friday, October 4th, and who knows?
ORDER SPIRITWEAR!
Exciting news the PTSA is offering Elkins Pointe Spiritwear! To order your very own designed EPMS shirt or hoodie, click on the link: https://elkinspoint.itemorder.com/shop/home/
ORDER YOUR YEARBOOK!
To buy the YEARBOOK Link to purchase: https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/customer/1277758/Elkins-Pointe-Middle-School/
FAMILY ENGAGEMENT
PARENT WORKSHOP FOR THE FAMILIES OF ENGLISH LEARNER STUDENTS - 9/30
We invite all parents and families of English Learners (ESOL - English for Speakers of Other Languages) to join us for an informative session. Topics will include ways parents can support their children's academic success through platforms such as Canvas, Infinite Campus, effective communication, and understanding their child’s grades. Please note that Spanish translation will be provided by the Elkins Pointe Bilingual Community Liaison (BCL).
- Date & Time: September 30th at 6:30 PM
- Workshop location: "3 Hermanos Supermarket" in the cafeteria at the back of the store. The store will provide chips and salsa for those who attend.
- Address: 635 Holcomb Bridge Rd, Roswell, GA 30076
- Located at: Roswell Village Shopping Center Establishment
- Business Phone #: (770) 992-2123
If you have any questions, or would like help from your parent liaisons, please contact.
- Ms. Lisa O'Hanlon Cowles, Title I, ohanlon@fultonschools.org or 470-254-8379
- Sra. Maria Shuford, BCL, shufordm@fultonschools.org o 470-254-8380