EGMS Newsletter

Cell Phone Expectations

As was shared with all families in an email from Elkhorn Public Schools on July 24, updated cell phone expectations will be implemented at all EPS schools for the 2024-25 school year. Links to our student handbook and the EPS email that was sent to families can be found below.

2024-25 Middle School Student Handbook -- Cell Phone Policy found on Page 7

Elkhorn Public Schools Email sent to all EPS Families on July 24, 2024

Please take a moment ahead of the first day of school to review the updated expectations as outlined in the handbook, and discuss them with your student.

Seventh grade students are required to have a physical exam as part of the entrance into 7th grade. This physical also allows students to participate in athletics. All 7th graders must provide evidence of 1 dose of Tdap (must contain Pertussis booster) before attending classes this fall.

Parents may purchase a yearbook through THIS LINK located on our school’s webpage. The page is live and you may order at any time!

All Elkhorn Public Schools students in grades 5th-12th will be given a Chromebook for the 2024-2025 school year. Purchasing the device protection plan is optional and may be made through the SchoolPay portal. Annual cost is $20.

SchoolMessenger Alert System

EPS and individual buildings use a parent messaging system called SchoolMessenger to send emails, phone calls, and text messages to parents sharing district information, monthly updates about building happenings, and weather-related school closings. To ensure receipt of these updates, please verify that all contact information listed in your parent PowerSchool account, including phone numbers and email addresses, is up to date and correct.

Additionally, this system allows recipients to “unsubscribe” from its mailing list; however, by “unsubscribing” you are completely removing your email address and phone number from both District and building lists. If you choose to unsubscribe, you will not receive any communication from your child’s assigned school or the EPS District. If you accidentally unsubscribe or decide you would like to begin receiving emails again after unsubscribing, contact your building secretary to change your communication status.

EPS Text Messages

EPS utilizes text messages to efficiently share important information with parents, including weather-related school closings and bus route delays. To receive EPS text messages, please text “Yes” to 67587 to opt in.

Email: egms@epsne.org
Website: https://www.elkhornweb.org/egms/
Location: 17801 Grand Avenue, Omaha, NE, 68116
Phone: (402) 289-9399
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Twitter: @ElkhornPS_EGMS

The Elkhorn Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race (including skin color, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, veteran status, national or ethnic origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical condition, sexual orientation or gender identity, or other protected status in its programs.

The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

• Students: Anne Doerr, Executive Director of Student Services, 20650 Glenn Street (402) 289-2579, (adoerr@epsne.org).
• Employees and Others: Don Pechous, Executive Director of Personnel, 20650 Glenn Street (402) 289-2579, (dpechous@epsne.org).

Complaints or concerns involving discrimination or needs for accommodation or access should be addressed to the appropriate Coordinator. For further information about anti-discrimination laws and regulations, or to file a complaint of discrimination with the OCR at One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, 3rd Floor, Suite 320, Kansas City, Missouri 64106, (816) 268-0550 (voice), Fax (816) 268-0599, (800) 877-8339 (telecommunications device for the deaf), or ocr.kansascity@ed.gov.