Emerson Update 11/1/24

Dear Emerson Families,

As we move forward in this academic year, I want to take a moment to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of our students. Their efforts in the classroom are truly commendable, and their progress is a testament to their commitment to learning.

New Bag Policy

As a reminder, our new no-bag policy in the classroom is now in effect. We're proud of how well our students have adapted to this change. We'll continue to provide locker practice and organizational tips to help them manage their belongings effectively.

Attendance and Behavior

Regular and punctual attendance is a crucial factor in academic success. Please encourage your child to prioritize attending classes on time. If any challenges arise, please don't hesitate to reach out to us for support.

A positive and productive learning environment is essential for everyone. Please remind your child to be respectful to teachers and fellow students, and to maintain responsible behavior in the hallways.

Daylight Saving Time

Don't forget to turn your clocks back one hour this weekend as Daylight Saving Time ends. This simple adjustment will help your child stay on schedule and make the most of their time.

Upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences

We look forward to connecting with you during our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences on Thursday, November 7th.

• 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM: Virtual Only (By Appointment Only)
• 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM: In-Person (By Appointment Only)

Parent Survey

As part of our ongoing commitment to providing the best possible education for our students, we are currently conducting feedback surveys for parents, staff, and soon, students.

Your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to continuously improve our school community. We invite you to take a few moments to complete the parent survey.

2024-2025 Emerson Family Survey

Your responses will help us identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth.

Thank you for your time and support.

With Eagle Pride,

Bruce Rivera

November 2024

11/3/24 - Sunday - DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME (TURN BACK YOUR CLOCKS)

11/4/24 - Monday - PT Conference Link Closes and BUS S Cancellation

11/5/24 - Tuesday - No School -GO VOTE!

11/6/24 - Wednesday - 1/2 Day of School Hours 1,2 and 3 (8-11am)

11/7/24 - Thursday - 1/2 Day Hours 4,5 and 6 (8-11am)

11/7/24 - Thursday - Parent Teacher Conferences (1-4pm Virtual and 5-8pm In Person)

11/11/24 - Monday - Basketball Game @ Emerson

11/14/24 - Thursday - Basketball Game @ Frost

11/18/24 - Monday - Basketball Game @ Emerson

11/20/24 - Wednesday - Basketball Game @ Holmes

Benefits of New Bag Policy

Our new bag policy supports Emerson’s school vision by reinforcing S.O.A.R. expectations.

• SAFE - By storing all bags in our lockers, we can reduce hallway and classroom congestion, tripping hazards, concealment of prohibited items, and physical peer to peer conflicts.

• ORGANIZED - By storing all bags in our lockers, students will learn to travel to each of the six classes with scheduled stops to their locker to gather supplies.

• ACCOUNTABLE - By storing all bags in our lockers, students will learn to be responsible, use their time wisely, and learn to plan and prepare accordingly for each class period.

• RESPECTFUL - By storing all bags in our lockers, students will learn how to respect their belongings and learn boundaries in shared environments, promoting mutual respect among peers.

By November 11th, students who bring backpacks or drawstring bags to class will be asked to store them in their lockers.

We believe this policy will contribute to a safer and more focused learning environment for all students and staff.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work together to implement this change.

With Eagle Pride,

Bruce Rivera

ONLY BUS S - CANCELLED

Monday, November 4th through Friday, November 8th, the following bus route will be canceled:

• ONLY Bus S: Franklin, Emerson, Cooper, Grant

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

Please remember to familiarize yourself with our traffic flow map and parking lot procedures, as they may be helpful during this time.

We should expect higher traffic volumes next week due to the bus cancellations.

BUILDING HOURS The middle school day is from 8:00 AM - 2:50 PM.

The building will be open for students at 7:30 AM. Students who arrive at Emerson earlier than 7:30 AM will wait outside.

Beginning at 7:30 AM, students will enter the building and wait in the cafeteria until released at 7:50 AM to go to their lockers.

All students are to be out of the building and off school property by 3:00 PM unless staying for a supervised activity, event, or performance

This year, conferences will be held virtually (by PTCfast appointment) on Thursday, November 7th from 1pm - 4pm. and in-person (by PTCfast appointment) on Thursday, November 7th from 5pm - 8pm.

Families will need to register for ALL conferences (virtual or in-person) using the PTCfast website. This means families who prefer to attend our in-person conferences will still need to sign up for a specific time slot for each teacher they would like to meet. This is the same for our virtual conferences as well.

We do not allow drop in conferences.

Use the link below to sign up for the Emerson Middle School conferences:

• PTCfast Website for Emerson conferences for Nov.7

Virtual conferences will be using Microsoft TEAMS. Please be sure you have this app or available on your desktop.

The sign up will close at 11:59pm on Monday, November 4.

Parent Survey

As part of our ongoing commitment to providing the best possible education for our students, we are currently conducting feedback surveys for parents, staff, and soon, students.

Your feedback is invaluable to us as we strive to continuously improve our school community. We invite you to take a few moments to complete the parent survey.

2024-2025 Emerson Family Survey

Your responses will help us identify areas of strength and opportunities for growth.

Get ready! Tuesday November 12th will be our first skate night of the year.

Day: Tuesday Evening

Date: November 12, 2024

Time: 6:00pm. - 8:00pm.

Costs: $10.00

PTSA members can skip to the front of the line.

Get your Pre-Sale tickets HERE: https://emslivonia.givebacks.com/store

Pre-Sale closes Monday 11/11 and midnight.

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!

• 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

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, 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