Eckstein Weekly News

November

• Nov. 23: Orchestra Greens Pick Up (12-4 pm)
• Nov. 28 & 29: Thanksgiving & Native American Heritage Day (NO SCHOOL)
• Nov. 29 - Dec. 19: Last Yearbook Ordering Period

December

• Dec. 2: PE Waivers for 7th & 8th Graders Due
• Dec. 5: Orchestra Concert (7 pm)
• Dec. 6: Fall Sports Parade (Homeroom)
  
• Dec. 6: Private School Recommendation & Transcript Requests Due
• Dec. 7: Deadline to Sign up for American Math Competition @ Eckstein
• Dec. 9-13: Girls & Boys Basketball Tryouts
• Dec. 12: All Band Winter Concert (7:30 pm)
• Dec. 16-20: SPIRIT WEEK!
• Dec. 19: Winter Assembly (AM Assembly)
• Dec. 19: Last Day to Order a yearbook
  
• Dec. 19: Biker Donut Day (8:15 at Bike Cage)
• Dec. 20: One Hour Early Dismissal
• Dec. 23-Jan. 3: Winter Break (NO SCHOOL)

You have until Monday to return the green envelope. Join us in making a lasting impact on our students’ futures. Let’s land this bird! Every contribution helps us get closer. Don’t miss out—give today at ecksteinannualcampaign.org and help us soar to 100%!

Girls Varsity Soccer - 2024 Varsity Metro Champions!

Ultimate Frisbee Eighth Grade Champions!
Ultimate Frisbee Sixth Grade Blue Champions!

Congratulations to all our athletes for their amazing season and dedication!

This fall we had over 100 student athletes participate for ultimate frisbee with eight teams and soccer had over 60 kids on three teams. They all played hard and improved.

I also want to appreciate all the coaches:

If you know that you are taking your student out of school for a vacation, please have them complete a Pre-Planned Absence form located in the Attendance office prior to the absence in order to excuse it.

2025 marks the 75th anniversary of the opening of Eckstein Middle School. We are planning to celebrate this anniversary in the fall of 2025. We are creating a steering committee of staff, students, and community members and would love your help. If you would like to join this steering committee please email Ms. Rose at kprose@seattleschools.org.

Our lost and found is overflowing with coats, hoodies, jackets, water bottles, lunch bags, and more. If you'd like to come check for items, please come around 3:45 pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, or Fridays. You can also come during the school day, except during lunches from 11:50 - 1:20 pm. Come to the Main Office to sign in and someone can walk you to the cafeteria.

Quarter 1 grades will be available on the Source on Monday, 11/25.

All students who intend to tryout for basketball must have their athletic forms including a physical loaded into FinalForms before trying out.

Learn how to use FinalForms here: https://ecksteinms.seattleschools.org/student-life/finalforms/

Girls Coaches: Errol Knight, Dori Bennett, Max Rose

Boys Coach: Jean-Masse Buchanan

We are still in need of basketball coaches for both programs. Please reach out to the Athletic Coordinator, Derek Grandbois if you are interested: djgrandbois@seattleschools.org

Tryout times will be available soon. Expect tryouts the week of December 9th – 13th

Practices will start the following week.

• Practices for Girls will be as follows:
• GIRLS VARSITY: Monday 4:00 - 5:30, Wednesday 2:30 - 4:00, and Friday 4:00 - 4:30 for a 30-minute walk-through
• GIRLS JV/JVC: Monday 5:45 -7:15, Wednesday 4:15 -5:45
• Practices for the Boys will be as follows:
• BOYS VARSITY: Tuesday and Thursday 4:15 -5:45 and Friday 4:00 - 4:30 for a 30-minute walk-through
• BOYS JV/JVC: Tuesday and Thursday 6:00 -7:30
• Games will be played on Saturdays – The schedules are created downtown by the athletic office. Eckstein will communicate as quickly as possible but understand there will be last minute changes.

Games will be played on Saturday.

Tryouts:

• There will be three teams per program this year: Varsity, JV and JVC for boys and girls.
• There will be cuts to create teams. Unfortunately, there is not a guaranteed spot on the team if your athlete played last year.
• The girls’ and boys’ teams will have a mix of all grade levels. Exception, there will be no 8th graders placed on JVC.
• All paperwork and physicals must be completed and uploaded to FinalForms by December 6th at four o’clock to participate at tryouts on December 10th.
• If you need support for a physical contact Erica Davenport our Social Worker: esdavenport@seattleschools.org
• THERE WILL BE NO LATE TRYOUTS.
• Head coaches have final decision of who makes the Eckstein team.
• Players will be informed of which team or if they were cut through email.

Expectations:

• It is expected that student-athletes will maintain 2.0 GPA with no more than 1 failing grade, coaches may have higher expectations for eligibility and play. Additionally, student-athletes need to be on-time and fully participate in all classes. Failure to adhere to classroom standards can lead to game or team suspension.
• It is expected that student-athletes will make Eckstein Basketball a priority over all other outside extra-curricular activities. If you have a conflict please let your coach know as soon as possible.

Dear Families,

We are thankful for you!

As we prepare to take time off from school on November 28 & 29 for the Thanksgiving break, we are grateful for everyone who has helped to restore a routine for showing up to school while supporting students and families.

Remember, while SPS elementary schools are off of school for the entire week of Thanksgiving, Middle & High School students attend classes on Monday, Tuesday, & Wednesday.

Daily routines are essential for reducing stress and creating a sense of security for students and adults.

Please take steps to keep your child healthy and send them to school unless they are truly sick.

Every day of school is an important opportunity for students to learn as well as connect to peers and

their teachers.

We thank:

• Our students and their families who do their best to show up to class every day even when it isn’t easy.
• Our teachers who have gone above and beyond to help make school a welcoming learning environment where students can thrive.
• Our administrators who help us work together to ensure we are healthy and safe, feel a sense of community and experience the excitement of an engaging learning environment.
• Our many, many healers and helpers - the support staff and community volunteers who provide the extra hands and attention our children need.

May these days off be restful and healing.

• If your family or your child needs support, please reach out to our Social Worker, Erica Davenport at esdavenport@seattleschools.org for help.
• We look forward to seeing you again when school resumes on Monday, December 2, 2024.

Thank you for partnering with us!

Sincerely,

Ms. Ryan, Attendance Specialist
206.252.5014

Eckstein Prospective Student Night (for 5th Graders) - Jan 30

Learn more: https://ecksteinms.seattleschools.org/news/incoming-student-open-house/

Student-Led Conferences - March 27, 2025 - NO SCHOOL FOR ECKSTEIN STUDENTS ONLY
Learn more: https://ecksteinms.seattleschools.org/news/student-led-conferences-march-21-2024/

Private School Recommendation & Transcript Request Process

Learn about how to request documents for private school applications here: https://ecksteinms.seattleschools.org/academics/registrar/#gb8c259d35751

Lunch Monitors Needed: We can always use help during lunch. Contact Ms. Detering at jrdetering@seattleschools.org for more information.

We've had lots of families getting deliveries and household item pick-ups this week! Everyone has been saying how helpful the supplies are. Thank you for the donations! To donate, here's the link: Docusign We are low on stock now for December pick-ups so can always use more. Also, gloves and scarves and sketch books are currently being requested.

Here is the updated Amazon Wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/UWW742XAT3PI?ref_=wl_share

If your student would like to play basketball or another upcoming sport, and you need help scheduling a sports physical/ taking them there, you can email me at: esdavenport@seattleschools.org. You'll need to first sign them up at the Roosevelt NeighborCare Health here: Teen Center Application

There is an Alateen Informational Session this next Wednesday at Magnuson Santos Place Building 4-5pm. Alateen is a support group for middle and high school age students with friends or family struggling with addiction. Family members are welcome to attend this first informational meeting. Flyers can be found in main office.

If you would like to request support for your student for the holiday breaks, please fill this out by 11/18: https://forms.office.com/r/ywaBMLmaAz

We try our best to support students and families as much as we are able to.

We will list the open house for high schools as we learn about them.

Center School

The Center School in Seattle is a unique public high school that focuses on fostering creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration among its students. Located in the heart of the city, it offers a diverse curriculum that emphasizes arts, project-based learning, and student leadership. The school aims to create a supportive community where students can explore their passions, develop their talents, and prepare for future challenges in a rapidly changing world. With a commitment to inclusivity, The Center School provides an engaging environment for learners who prefer a smaller learning community.

OPEN HOUSE DATES:

Thursday, November 21, 2024, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Tuesday, February 11, 2025, 6:00 – 7:30 pm

Interested students and parents can RSVP using the QR code in the flyer or the link here: https://forms.office.com/r/YC1wdjaKUb

For more information on The Center School, we invite you to take a virtual school tour linked here: https://vimeo.com/703976333/ad1b681004

For inquiries about scheduling a Shadow Day, please contact Michele Hayes, Counselor at mrhayes1@seattleschools.org.

The Roosevelt Jazz Program is putting on their annual Jazz Nutcracker this December. Many Eckstein alums have gone one to participate in Roosevelt's Jazz program. It's really wonderful to see Eckstein musicians continue their musical journeys in high school. Roosevelt's Jazz Band 1 is coming to perform a short program on Friday, December 6 as a special preview to Jazz Nutcracker during the school day.

Looking for something festive to do this holiday season? Not up for making the kids dress up to go downtown? Or just looking for something positive and joyful during these dark fall days?

Don't miss out on seeing Roosevelt High School's Jazz Nutcracker -- a NE Seattle tradition for 25 years! See amazing student musicians perform Tchaikovsky's classic, The Nutcracker Suite, re-imagined by Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn. This version of this holiday classic has challenged and inspired generations of young musicians at Roosevelt High School for decades. This concert is perfect for all ages. Bring the whole family! You will be blown away by the talent of our neighborhood students and walk away hopeful for the future.
This year the nationally acclaimed Roosevelt Jazz Band 1 will share the stage with the program's three other award-winning ensembles, Jazz Bands 2 and 3 and Roosevelt Vocal Jazz.
All concerts will take place in Roosevelt High School's Theatre (1410 NE 66th Street, Seattle 98115) - doors open 30 minutes before showtime

Friday, December 6 - 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, December 7 - 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, December 8 - 2:30 p.m.

Please purchase tickets in advance here: www.rooseveltjazz.org

If the shows haven't sold out, you will be able to purchase tickets at the door.