Titan Talk
Good evening families,
I have a couple of things to share this week. First, the engaged learning taking place at Elkins Pointe is incredible! I am so proud of our students and teachers. We had Ms. Sara Gillespie, our newly elected Fulton County Schools Board Representative for District 1, visit on Friday. I walked around the school with our new board member and Ms. Angela Parham, Zone 5 Superintendent, showing off all our amazing students, teachers/staff, and beautiful school. Sharing our excitement about the new 6th Grade Academy, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), and Humanities Halls was truly fulfilling. The classrooms and corridors were brimming with positive energy. I felt a sense of Titan pride that filled me to my core.
Later that evening, my kids piled on the couch to watch Milton High School play on ESPN. One of the reasons we watched the game is because their father is a Milton football coach. As we routed for the Eagles, my kids would scream, "There's Dad!" whenever they saw him on the screen. Milton won the game, and my children beamed with pride. At that moment, I saw and was reminded that our kids are proud of their parents.
As we navigate this world trying to raise our children, try to remember we aren't perfect, AND that is okay. We will have moments when we are embarrassed by our children's behavior. Because parents, you and I understand what it's like to have a middle schooler, we occasionally embarrass them as well. Our children fill our hearts with pride and joy, bringing smiles to our faces. Likewise, they admire us, finding happiness in knowing that we are their parents. So, while in the middle of the trials of parenting, although your child may not express it (itβs just part of the growing process), they are equally proud of you.
After a long week, when the whole family is worn out and perhaps a bit grouchy, rest assured that we are in it together. So, take the time to pile on the couch on a Friday night and enjoy these moments in real-time. This is a little reminder to cherish your children's pride in you. Your children may never tell you, but they tell us all the time!
I am proud to serve this community.
Thank you for letting me be your principal.
AJ Smith
Principal of Elkins Pointe Middle School
YOU OUGHT TO BE IN THE YEARBOOK PICTURES!!
The Elkins Pointe YEARBOOK is looking for Summer Trips, summer vacation, first-day pictures, and Open House pictures of your TITANS!
- Use this LINK for parents to share photos: https://photos.jostens.com/97YQTY.
- Or use the QR Code to share photos from your phone!!
THE 8TH GRADE GEORGIA TRIP! REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL SEPTEMBER 1ST. π
SPACE IS LIMITED. FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE BASIS. September 1st is the LAST day to sign up and pay for the Georgia Trip. After this date, A+Tours can only add students based on availability.
To register your 8th grade student:
Registration link: https://aplus-tours.com/
Enter trip code: EPMS2024
You must "create an account" to register (See instructions).
If you have any questions about APlus Tours? Please Email Chris Crews at chris@aplus-tours.com
