East Hills Connection #1
August 19, 2024
EHMS Connections Newsletter #9
October 21, 2024
Dear East Hills Family,
Last week was AMAZING! We had a successful pep rally, Charger Challenge Walk, Parades, football game at the BASD stadium, and dance!
WHAT A WEEK!
Check out some pics below!
The quarter ends on October 29th. Please review grades and assignments with your child to make sure he/she is all caught up on work!
Thank you for helping us connect!
Mr. Horvath, Mr. Tannous, and Mrs. Braun
CALENDAR NOTES:
10/16 PEP RALLY
10/16 MS Football game at BASD Stadium
10/17: Half Day 11:30 Dismissal (Teacher In-Service)
10/17: Charger Challenge Walk-a-thon
10/18: School Dance @ 3:05 pm
10/29: MP 1 Ends
10/30 MP 2 Starts
11/5: School Closed (Teacher In-Service)
11/6: 3-HR Delayed Opening (MS/HS)
11/15: School Dance @ 3:05 pm
11/25 and 11/26: Parent/Teacher Conferences (11:30 Dismissal)
11/27-12-2: School Closed (Thanksgiving Break)
DONATE UNTIL THE END OF THIS WEEK!
HURRICANE RELIEF BY EAST HILLS STUDENTS AND FAMILIES!!
Donate what you can....
From October 14th-October 23rd, we will be collecting items to be donated to individuals affected by Hurricane Helene/Hurricane Milton. Please see the attached flyer for a list of items that can be donated. Items brought in for donation can be brought to either Miss Matyus' room (302) or Mr. Leinbach's room (148).
BRAUN BRAGS
This section is to celebrate a student that we'd like to acknowledge for something fantastic. Please feel free to send in such accolades with a picture of your child.
Chase
We are passing along a terrific BRAG from a fellow teacher!!!
Since 6th grade, Chase’s confidence in the kitchen of Family Consumer Science has been growing! He is a great leader in whatever group he is in and is always willing to help others. Chase has also been in bowling club since he was in 6th grade. His bowling scores have improved now that he is in 8th grade. No matter if it is an academic group or a sports group, Chase always keeps a positive attitude!
Email me!
Email me the details of an amazing accomplishment of an East Hills Charger with a picture of the student you would like to nominate!
ADMIN ADMIRATION
Sean Wentz-Amazing Custodian!
We are so lucky to have Mr. Wentz on our staff. He is always willing to help whenever asked. He works hard to keep our school clean, organized and safe. The students and staff are ALWAYS greeted with friendly hellos! He is a BIG Penn State fan and often goes to cheer on the Nittany Lions! His positive attitude is contagious and we are so grateful for him!!
PARADES!!! Come out and watch our amazing Marching band!!
Coplay Parade - 7:00 pm - Oct 15
East Hills/Nitchmann Football Game - 7:30 pm at BASD Stadium - Oct 16
Nazareth Parade - 1:00 pm - Oct 19
Freedom/Liberty Game - 1:00 pm - Oct 26
Bethlehem Parade - 2:00 pm - Oct 27
FAMILY CONNECTIONS
October Family Activities in Our Community
Take advantage of this beautiful fall weather in Bethlehem, and get the kids out for these Community events:
Click on this link to find even more activities in the Lehigh Valley.
Free Events in the Lehigh Valley for our students and families!
Looking for something to do this weekend? Explore a variety of FREE events and activities happening within the #BASDcommunity in the event section of the BASD website.
To check out upcoming events, FOLLOW THIS LINK.
We could all use a helping hand once in a while.
Click below to let us know how we can support you at this time.
WANT SOME SPIRIT WEAR? Click below to get to our SCHOOL STORE!
Our National Junior Honor Society is AMAZING!!
NJHS- Community Service!
East Hills Middle School’s National Junior Honor Society chapter is honored to win the Service Award of Excellence! This award celebrates our significant contributions to the community and our spirit of service. #NHSserviceExcellence #easthillsmiddleschool #BASDproud
Freedom High School Theatre Company Presents
The 25th Annual Putnam County SPELLING BEE
Life is PANDEMONIUM at Freedom High School! We are so excited to invite you to the 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee on November 22-24! Tickets will be on sale on 10/5! Two musicals in a year for our community!
A riotous ride, complete with audience participation, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a delightful den of comedic genius. The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee is a fast-paced crowd pleaser and an instant theatre patron favorite.
bit.ly/FHSTCtickets
Join the Parent Association! We need you!
Join EHMS Parent Association!
East Hills Parents and Guardians,
Be in the know this school year by signing up for the EHMS Parent Association emails! Click the link to provide your name and email address.
This is an opt-in only list, so you MUST register your email to get the info from the Parent Association.
Sign Up Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc_6FOsHtCB7M4phyyOkHwJBFEHZ2pxOwEmICxlp5XdWEXhEA/viewform
GSA Club
The East Hills Gay Straight Alliance will meet this Thursday. The GSA gathers every other week in room 301 from 3:05 to 4:20. We meet to provide a fun and supportive space for LGBTQ+ students and their allies. Please see Mr. Carpenter with any questions.
GR 8 GIRLS BASKETBALL
Attention 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball. Coach Radio is having Fall open gym sessions on the following dates from 6pm-8pm at Freedom high school. Please see Ms. Babinsky with any questions.
Snow Riders Club Flyer
Do you like Skiing or Snowboarding? Or, have interest in learning how to ski or snowboard? If so, consider joining the Snow Rider Club. Members will travel to Blue Mountain Resort after school on the Friday's in January and the first Friday in February. Please stop by Miss Matyus' room, which is room 302, or Mr. Leinbach's room, room 148, to get an information sheet.
From the office of the Superintendent
Dr Silva shares a message about the importance of good attendance.
The Right to Read Viewing
BASD Families:
The Bethlehem Area School District is excited to host a special screening and panel discussion of The Right to Read, a compelling documentary that delves into the vital issue of literacy in America. This event offers a unique opportunity to explore the challenges and triumphs of improving literacy nationwide and its impact on our students and communities. Full event details are attached.
We hope you’ll join us for this free event on October 29 at 6:30 PM at Northeast Middle School. It promises to be an insightful and important discussion, and we look forward to seeing you there!
Check out our Athletic Teams
YEARBOOK INFORMATION
Attendance Hints! We want our students here EVERYDAY!
Please note-when students are absent, a note can come in with your child the following day.
Donations Needed for the Charger Care Closet
The Charger Care Closet is seeking donations of the following items: girls deodorant, boys deodorant, chapstick, toothpaste, face wash, and conditioner. Please make sure the items that are being donated are new and not used. Items can be dropped off in the main office. The Charger Care Closet greatly appreciates any donations that it receives!
Mrs. Constanzo shares some great ways to be healthy this school year!
Synergy is LIVE! Connect with PARENTVUE!
Dear Parents/Guardians,
You received your Synergy ParentVUE Activation Key letter by USPS mail.
If you need your Synergy ParentVUE Activation Key please email awest@basdschools.org. This needs to be set up before 10/31.
PARENTVUE
Synergy ParentVUE gives parents/guardians access to your child’s schedules, grades, attendance, discipline, etc. You can see records for all of your children with this single log-in by clicking each child’s name. You can access ParentVUE through your computer’s browser or mobile devices.
Steps for activating your Synergy ParentVUE account are below. Please use a browser to complete these steps.
1. Using your computer's Internet browser, go to https://PA-BET-PSV.edupoint.com.
2. Click on "I am a Parent."
3. Click on the Activate Account button to create your account.
4. Accept the privacy statement
5. Enter your first and last name exactly as shown at the bottom of this letter, along with the activation key.
6. You'll be prompted to choose a username and password, provide an email address, and complete your account set-up. Please securely record your password where you can find it for future use. You will be returned to the login screen.
AFTER you’ve activated your account, you can then download the appropriate free mobile app:
iPhones: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/parentvue/id412054615
Androids: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.FreeLance.ParentVUE
Schoology Parent Accounts
In addition to Synergy ParentVUE accounts, parents whose children are in middle school or high school should also have a Schoology Parent account. Synergy is the District's student information system. Schoology is the district's learning management system. Synergy and Schoology are both used to support your child's learning.
For parents who already had a Schoology account, there is no change and no further action is needed. If there is a East Hills student missing on your current Schoology account, please email awest@basdschools and request that student to be added.
For parents who do not already have a Schoology account and your child is in Grades 6-12, you should've received an email invite yesterday, Tuesday, September 10, 2024, to create a Schoology account.
For parents who do not have a Schoology username and password and didn't receive an email invitation, the district does not have an email address on file for you and/or your ParentVUE account has not been activated. Please activate your ParentVUE account. If you need to provide an email to the system email that information to rlford@basdschools.org. Once that is complete, a Schoology account invitation will be sent to you at a later date.
CELL PHONES!!
New for 2024-25
Summer is coming to a close and often we neglect to realize many of the changes the students will need to become accustomed to when school starts. Waking up early, preparing to catch the bus or travel to school, schoolwork, homework, and the list goes on.
One major area to consider is that your children will not have the same access to their cell phones when they become students again.
Parents, please prepare your child(ren) for the adjustment. Most parents have limitations they set for their children throughout the summer days to limit screen time. However, all of the students and you as parents need to know that we are adjusting our standards for the upcoming school year. We looked back on the level of distraction vs. usefulness cell phones have provided over the past few years and we realize the need to set a tone for the school day to be largely void of the distractions of cell phones. Here is what you should prepare your child(ren) for when they return to school:
Students may not CARRY phones in hands, pockets, etc. Cell phones must not be out at all. They must remain in bags during the school day. This means:
Students can never use cell phones in class, hallway or office without teacher/staff permission.
Students can never carry cell phones in hand in the hallway.
Students can never take cellphones to/in the lavatory.
Students can never take cell phones to the cafeteria (not in purses/lunch bags if those items are brought to the cafe).
***Smart watches have similar restricted use in all the same ways as cell phones. Smart watches can and will be collected if used inappropriately.