#EagleNation Updates
Week of 11/26/23/ Semana del 26/11/23
Week of 4/14/2024 - Semana del 14/4/2024
D A T E S T O R E M E M B E R
April
- April 17: Quarter 3 (In Synergy)
- April 18: Quarter 3 (Reportcards in Homeroom)
- April 22: MAKE UP SNOW DAY- (Asynchronous Learning Day for Students)
EagleNation SAVE THE DATES
- May 17: EagleStrut / June 10 - Promotion
EASTERN'S School Year Calendar/ MCPS School Calendar/ MCPS School Calendar 24-25
CULTURAL HERITAGE NIGHT PICTURES
TESTING REMINDERS
- Topic: MCAP Assessments ELA
- What: Maryland Comprehensive Assessment Program--English/Language Arts
- When: April 16 & 18, during school from 8:15 to 10:am.
- Important: Be On Time, get plenty of rest the nights before, and Charge Chromebooks the evening prior to assessment.
- NEED: 7th & 8th graders need WIRED headphones (not 6th graders), no bluetooth headphones allowed. (Some provided by school) *Available at the Dollar Store, Five and Below, Walmart, etc.
- Contact: Mr. Feamster by email, if questions and check your emails, texts, and voicemails for any important MCAP assessment updates.
Thanks so much!
APRIL BOOK NOOK
View the April Book Nook to checkout what’s going on in the Library Media Center this month!
Linkages to Learning is hosting an Eagles Coffee/Cafe de Aguilas
A moment to pause! Come share coffee, tea and light refreshments with other parents/guardians!
/Un momento de pausa! Venga a compartir un café, un te y un pequeño refrigerio con otros padres!
Learn More About the Upcoming Event on April 25th where they will discuss resources available through Montgomery County Recreation Department./ Obtenga más información sobre el próximo evento el 25 de abril, donde discutirán los recursos disponibles a través del Departamento de Recreación del Condado de Montgomery.
A MESSAGE FROM THE EAGLENATION PTSA
A Note from the Eastern Middle School PTSA
Eastern's Cultural Night a Huge Success!
Eastern's Cultural Night was a fantastic celebration of our diverse community! A huge thank you to everyone who made it possible – from food donations and performers to set-up and clean-up crews. Special thanks to our partners, the SGA, Minority Scholars, Principal Shorts, and the Eastern staff.
Photos & Videos: Share your Cultural Night memories! Upload them here: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-6kpw9mI8ZqZm90KeiKcw4ljRdBzls2s?usp=sharing
SSL Volunteers: Get credit for your time! Fill out the form (available from Mr. Towson) and include prep time + event hours (5:30-8:30pm). Questions? Contact Mr. Towson at Nicholas_P_Towson@mcpsmd.org.
Calling All Eagle Supporters!
Join us for the Eagle Strut Fun Run (May 17th) – our biggest fundraiser! It supports student clubs, trips, and learning resources. Be a part of enriching Eastern's environment!
How You Can Help:
- Volunteer! Contact : eastern.ptsa.president@gmail.com
- Donate online: https://fspta-00016130.memberhub.com/store/items/888707(supports academics, tech, field trips, & more!)
- Sponsor the Eagle Strut! (Flexible plans, recognition through Nov. 2024) – Know a business owner? Let us know! (Email: shripal@gmail.com if there is interest.)
Stay tuned for a new platform to rally community support and more updates from our Eagle Strut Committee chairs.
Thanks,
Eastern Middle School PTSA
MCPS THINGS TO KNOW
Here are things to know for Thursday April 11. Get information about upcoming district events, open registrations, how you can still share your input on the superintendent search, good news and more. Read message
F A M I L Y * R E S O U R C E S
* H E R E * T O * H E L P !
Emails and phone numbers for support in the school:
- Main Office: (240) 740-6280
- Admin Secretary: Ms. Perez: priscilla_b_smith@mcpsmd.org
- Attendance Secretary: Ms. Blanco: isaura_m_blanco-flores@mcpsmd.org
- Front Office Secretary: Ms. Alexander monica_s_alexander@mcpsmd.org
- Financial Assistant: Ms. Zhang: rui_zhang@mcpsmd.org
Counselors:
GRADE 6
- (Last Names A-R): Rachel Greene - rachel_m_greene@mcpsmd.org
- (Last Names S-Z): Cherine Roberts- cherine_roberts@mcpsmd.org
GRADE 7
- (Last Names A-S) Cayla Cwerner- cayla_cwerner@mcpsmd.org
- (Last Names T-Z): Cherine Roberts- cherine_roberts@mcpsmd.org
GRADE 8
- (Last Names A-S): Genevieve Loving- genevieve_s_loving@mcpsmd.org
- (Last Names T-Z): Ms. Roberts-cherine_roberts@mcpsmd.org
Administrators:
- Principal - Ms. Shorts: lisa_n_shorts@mcpsmd.org
- 6th Grade Assistant Principal- Matthew Kerwin: matthew_f_kerwin@mcpsmd.org
- 7th Assistant Principal- Charles Feamster: charles_s_feamster@mcpsmd.org
- 8th Grade Assistant Principal- Deidre Levin: deirdre_m_mcshealevin@mcpsmd.org
Family Supports:
- Parent Community Coordinator - Mirna Medrano-romero: mirna_a_medrano-romero@mcpsmd.org
- PTA President- Shripal Shah: eastern.ptsa.president@gmail.com
Excellence at Eastern MS #Eaglenation/ WE'RE BETTER TOGETHER!
Website: https://www2.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/schools/easternms
Location: Eastern Middle School, University Boulevard East, Silver Spring, MD, USA
Phone: (240) 740-6280
X : @EasternMS_Prin