Emerson Middle School News
October 25, 2024
Emerson Middle School
Email: em-office@d64.org
Website: https://www.d64.org/ems
Location: 8101 North Cumberland Avenue, Niles, IL, USA
Dear Emerson Families,
This past week, our school hosted Red Ribbon Week, which encourages students to maintain a drug free lifestyle. The Red Ribbon Committee worked very hard to ensure that the students had a wonderful week and we are grateful for their efforts.
I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend!
All the Best,
Tessa
SGA Halloween Spirit Week
Meet The Teacher - Feedback Survey
Please follow THIS LINK to complete a short survey regarding the Meet The Teacher format that was used for scheduling Parent/Teacher conferences this year. This feedback is invaluable in helping the district office meet the needs of our families. Thank you!
Health Office - Illness Reminder
We have seen an uptick in several illnesses the last couple of weeks including pneumonia. If your student has a persistent cough or a fever lasting more than a couple of days, you may want to reach out to your provider for guidance. Please notify the health office at 847-318-8115 or em-nurse@d64.org if your student is diagnosed with anything. Please remember that students absent for 5 days need a provider note to return to school.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the health office.
WEMS
ASSP
Monday 10/28 - Math Room 209, LA Room 202
Tuesday 10/29 - Math Room 301, LA Room 109
Thursday 10/31 - Math Room 301, LA room 102, Science/Social Studies Room
In ASSP, you can get help in math, language arts and miscellaneous (science and social studies) with a teacher from 3:05-4:00 PM. Come to ASSP if you need to:
prepare for a test
get questions answered from your homework
review a concept that you missed or confuses you
finish that writing assignment
Vocal Music Notes
BOPA - Dine to Donate
DINE TO DONATE AT PORTILLOS!
SUPPORT BOPA - D64 BAND & ORCHESTRA PARENT ASSOCIATION
20% OF EVENT SALES WILL BE DONATED TO BOPA
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30 from 5:00-8:00pm
8832 W. Dempster, Niles IL 60714
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For Questions, please contact:
Christine Erickson bopa64@gmail.com
October Notes from the Gym…
As we welcome the arrival of fall and the cooler weather, we would like to remind all students that they are permitted to wear sweatshirts and sweatpants over their PE uniforms during class. Please ensure that these items are not worn to school and are kept in the students' PE lockers.
In September, our students engaged in various activities, including Fitness Testing, Flag Football, Lacrosse, and Mile Run Fridays. Our inaugural Mile Run Friday provided an excellent opportunity for students to establish a baseline mile time. This initial measurement is crucial as it helps students gauge their current fitness levels and track their progress over time. Establishing a baseline also enables them to set realistic and achievable running goals, whether focused on improving speed, endurance, or overall fitness.
As September concludes and October begins, students will complete their Lacrosse unit and continue with Mile Run Fridays, while also having the chance to participate in student choice activities. Importantly, students will continue to have the option to select their preferred level of play—competitive or recreational. We believe that offering this choice maximizes participation, enhances engagement, and promotes safety for all participants. Looking ahead, once October comes to a close, PE classes will transition indoors to focus on Basketball and the Fitness Center, followed by a Tumbling unit.
Intramural activities continue throughout the school year, taking place after school from 3:00 to 4:00 PM. The after-school activity bus will be available for students to take home at 4:00 PM. For more information regarding specific dates and activities, please click this link.
Additionally, Boys’ Basketball tryouts for 7th and 8th grade students will be held in the coming weeks. An email has been sent containing detailed information regarding important dates and necessary forms that need to be completed. Please be sure to review it at your earliest convenience.
Another reminder…students are encouraged to wear their uniforms and gym shoes daily. We recommend washing uniforms over the weekend to ensure they are clean and ready for the week ahead. Please note that students who do not have their uniform or gym shoes will forfeit daily points for preparation and may also impact their participation.
For those needing to purchase a new uniform, options are available in the gym. Students can bring cash or make a purchase online through MySchoolBucks. The cost for a new t-shirt or shorts is $7 each.
Emerson PTO
The school year is almost here, and we're excited to announce that the 2024-2025 PTO Membership Portal is now live! By joining the PTO, you provide vital financial support for our students and teachers. Your membership directly funds the events and activities that enrich our school community throughout the year. It's also a fantastic way to stay connected and informed about what's happening at school, and to build meaningful connections with other parents.
We offer three membership levels, so you can contribute at a level that's comfortable for you. This year, our Blue and Eagle levels come with an extra perk: entry into our special raffle. One family from each grade will win! The prizes include an in-school pizza party with friends for 6th and 7th graders, and for 8th graders, four reserved seats at graduation—a highly coveted prize!
Your membership helps support:
6th, 7th, and 8th-grade student socials, including gifts and t-shirts
School-wide events and assemblies, such as movie nights, skating & swim parties, 6th grade Olympics, and more!
Teacher/Staff Appreciation Meals and Classroom Funds
School beautification and playground equipment
The Student Directory
Red Ribbon Week
Soaring Eagle, SOARS raffle prizes, and the Judith Snow Scholarship
And much more!
P.S. While you're on the portal, don't forget to sign up for any volunteer activities you're interested in!
Support the Emerson PTO by clicking any of the links below to participate!
Maine South Future Freshman Info
Registration Begins November 4th
Dear Future Maine South Parents/Guardians,
It is with great excitement and pleasure to officially welcome the Class of 2029 to Maine South
High School! We hope you and your child are as excited to be a part of the Maine South
community, as we are honored to have you join the Hawk Family. By now, we hope your child
has settled into their 8th grade year and finds success in their final year of middle school. While it
seems like this school year has just begun, our team at Maine South has been active in planning
for your child’s transition to high school. We understand that this new beginning can be exciting
and stressful at the same time. Our hope is to provide on-going communication and events to
learn more about the amazing opportunities we provide at Maine South and to work together to
support a successful transition into 9th grade and beyond.
Below you will find active links with important information that will help guide you and your child
in navigating the incoming 9th grade transition as it relates to upcoming events for parents and
students, pre-registration, course planning and selection process, activities & athletics fair and
much, much more!
- Class of 2029 page on Maine South’s Website - Please note this webpage will be updated regularly and is a good resource for information throughout the year
- Incoming 9th Grade Event Timeline, Important Contact information and links to RSVP
- Incoming 9th Grade Kick-Off Night: December 5th, 2024 at Maine South - Save the Date
We are so excited to welcome our future Hawks to Maine South High School. We can’t wait to meet
you!
Sincerely,
Maine South High School Administration
Maine East Future Freshman Info
Class of 2029 Welcome Night Wednesday, December 4th, 6:00pm-8:00pm: This evening is an open house style event for all incoming 9th grade students and potential 9th grade students and families to learn about Maine East High School, meet our staff and explore the different course options and electives offered at Maine East High School. All families are encouraged to attend.
Building Tours for Parents/Guardians: Scheduled tours are intended for parents/guardians for whom this is their first student to attend Maine East High School. Dates and times are listed below. Families will also have an opportunity to tour Maine East High School during our Class of 2029 Welcome Night on December 4th. Interested parents should complete the Class of 2029 Building Tour Request Form. Any questions can be sent to Laura Tortorello at ltortorello@maine207.org
Tuesday November 12th: 7:40am-8:10am
Tuesday November 19th: 7:40am-8:10am
Tuesday November 26th: 7:40am-8:10am
Tuesday December 10th: 7:40am-8:10am
Maine East staff will visit Emerson Middle School to speak to students about getting ready for high school and sharing information about Maine East High School on November 15, 2024.
Course Selection Meetings with School Counselor: These will take place in January 2025, and information to sign up will be provided in December 2024 to families of students who have enrolled for school.
Maine East Lyceum Program
The Gifted Lyceum Program:
The Gifted Lyceum curriculum is an intensive high school program designed for the academically
gifted individual. It provides our most academically talented students with appropriate instructional
methodology and services that are based on sound research, reinforcing the connections between
and the gaps within the standard curriculum. Students in the program generally test in the top 5% of
their class and many attend prestigious universities where they make a positive impact in our world.
It is a four-year program that challenges students to reach their academic and psychosocial
potential. This program is designed to develop the five minds: disciplined mind, synthesizing mind,
creating mind, respectful mind, and the ethical mind. As underclassmen, students are enrolled in
year-long courses during both freshman and sophomore years that enrich their academic
development beyond the accelerated/AP curriculum. These take the place of one of their electives.
As upperclassmen, they take “Leadership for Life.” These are yearlong courses in both their Junior
and Senior years that emphasize Service Learning and creativity development. Knowing that
students are looking to take a wide range of courses, these classes meet during lunch once a week
to leave their schedule open.
The program enhances the diverse set of rigorous courses available to students and students are
required to enroll in a number of Accelerated, Advanced Placement and/or Dual Credit courses
each year. Although open to all students in District 207, students need to attend Maine East in order
to participate in the program. However, students living in the Maine South or Maine West
attendance area can attend Maine East to participate in the program if they provide their own
transportation.
Maine East High School serves parts of Des Plaines and Park Ridge, along with portions of
Glenview, Morton Grove, and Niles. Maine East educates students who speak approximately 50
different languages; a large percentage of students come from homes where English is not the
primary language. Student enrollment in 2023 was 1816. The student-teacher ratio was 18 to 1.
Average class size was 23. Curriculum offerings at Maine East are extensive, with over 200 courses
offered in ten departments including the fine arts, world languages, and career and technical
education. A rich curriculum and outstanding programs provide students with multiple learning
opportunities.
Gifted Placement Testing:
Interested students scoring in the top 20% in both Math and Reading on the MAP will be invited to
take the Cognitive Abilities Test in December. Decisions regarding placement in the Gifted Lyceum
are finalized in January. If you would like your student to be considered for the Lyceum program,
please contact Greg Reuhs at greuhs@maine207.org as soon as you have Fall 2024 MAP scores.
Website: http://east.maine207.org/gifted-lyceum/
Contact: Greg Reuhs greuhs@maine207.org