Emerson Update 02/07/25

Dear Emerson Families,

MSBOA Solo and Ensemble Results

A huge round of applause and heartfelt congratulations to our talented Emerson musicians: Ellie Cramer, Lillyanna Miller, Frederick Milliner, Cheyenne Williams, Liz Downey, Skylar Buckner, Aubree Reyburn, and Emmy Thompson! These dedicated students poured their hearts and souls into preparing for the MSBOA Solo and Ensemble Festival this past weekend, and their hard work truly shone through. We are absolutely thrilled to announce that every single one of them earned high ratings for their exceptional performances. This is a remarkable accomplishment and a testament to their dedication, talent, and the support they receive from their families and teachers. Emerson is incredibly proud of these young musicians and their commitment to excellence. They represent the very best of our school's music program, and we can't wait to see what they accomplish next!

Have a great weekend!

With Eagle Pride,

Bruce Rivera

February 2025

02/07/25 - Friday - EMS Activity Night 7-9pm.

8th Grade Scheduling Timeline

02/10/25 - Monday - 8th to 9th Grade Scheduling - Social Studies Class

02/11/25 - Tuesday - 8th to 9th Grade Scheduling - Social Studies Class

02/12/25 - Wednesday - 8th to 9th Grade Scheduling - Social Studies Class

02/10/25 - Monday - 8th Grade Basketball Game

02/11/25 - Tuesday - Wrestling Meet @ Brighton

02/12/25 - Wednesday - Basketball Games @ Adams (CANCELLED)

02/12/25 - Wednesday - Student Count Day

02/13/25 - Thursday - SNOW DAY - NO SCHOOL

02/14/25 - Friday - Valentine's Day

02/17/25 - Monday - NO SCHOOL - President's Day - Mid-Winter Break

02/18/25 - Tuesday - Wrestling Meet @ Emerson

02/19/25 - Wednesday - Basketball Game @ Emerson

02/20/25 - Thursday - Wrestling Meet @ Emerson

02/24/25 - Monday - Book Fair Begins

02/24/25 - Monday - Parent Fair @ FHS

02/25/25 - Tuesday - Spring Flower Sale Begins

Mrs. King received the Meemic Foundation Grant: Restock Your Stock. Her classroom received classroom supplies for both her and her students. A HUGE thank you to the Meemic Foundation and their advocates for continuing to support teachers and students, through their generous grant opportunities. #MeemicFoundation @Meemic

Dear 8th Grade Families,

This is an exciting time for our 8th graders as they prepare for their transition to high school! As you know, the Franklin High School counselors visited our campus on Monday and Tuesday to discuss this transition and what students can expect in 9th grade.

Next steps in this process will be the scheduling of classes for the upcoming school year. This scheduling will take place during the week of February 10th in your student's social studies class.

To help guide and assist you and your student in the course selection process, we've attached a couple of helpful documents to this email.

Please take some time to review these together.

1. Selecting HS Classes January 2025

2. Guidance for 9th Grade Student Scheduling

3. EMS 9th Grade Course Selection Sheet

Your student's classroom teachers and school counselors are also excellent resources and are available to answer any questions your student may have. Please don't hesitate to reach out to them.

We look forward to supporting our 8th graders through this exciting transition!

There are two ways you can report an absence for your student at Emerson.

Option 1:

• Go to the Emerson Middle School website.
• Click on "Report an Absence" under Quicklinks.
• Fill out the Google Form (also at the top of this newsletter).

Option 2:

• Call the attendance line at 734-744-2666.
• Please leave a detailed message about your student's absence.
• Include their name, reason for absence and any specifics we may need to know.

Emerson Student Handbook & Code of Conduct

• This has been updated for the 2024-20254 school year.
  
• It can be accessed HERE.




A few key things to note:




• Please partner with us by reminding students that cell phones and electronics should be "AWAY FOR THE DAY"!
• All students must keep bags and backpacks in their lockers.
• We do not allow Hats and/or Hoodies to be worn during the school day.

The Livonia Parent Advisory Committee (LPAC) seeks parent representation from each Livonia Special Education Program. Parent representative volunteers have a child/children with a disability(ies). The LPAC also provides advisory input on matters regarding improvement of Special Education services within our school district.

Our Facebook page shares information of interest to our families and students.

Here, you will find electronic flyers for programs and events geared toward kids!

We hope that you enjoy the many offerings from around our great community!

If you have a program that you'd like to advertise, please email your flyer to Stacy Jenkins at sjenkins3@livoniapublicschools.org for approval. We follow a set of guidelines for approval and are only able to accept flyers for non-profit organizations that benefit our local children.

Enjoy!

• Just a reminder to please take a moment and join the Emerson PTSA! Below is the link.
• Click Here to Join the Emerson PTSA
• Here is the link to our Emerson PTSA Facebook page

Thank you for your support

The PTSA

Emerson Middle School has several clubs where students can connect with their peers, learn a new skill, or simply hang out with friends. We've had a volleyball club, robotics club, GSA club, and homework club. We would love to offer something for everyone! Our club list is always growing, and we're always open to new ideas. If your student has a dream club in mind or if you'd like to be an awesome advisor, let us know! Joining a club is a great way to make new friends, learn new skills, and have a blast!

We will often post relevant and important information on social media for families, and many families find it helpful to contact us on Facebook and Twitter. The absolute best way to contact us and get a reply, however, is by emailing the appropriate staff member or by phone (734) 744-2665.

Our website is also one of the best places to find a variety of information!

These staff members can help with the following topics:

• Athletics - Mr. Colling (acolling2@livoniapublicschools.org)
• Counselors:
• Mrs. Berman (aberman@livoniapublicschools.org) supports students with last names A-K
• Ms. Colvin (fcolvin@livoniapublicschools.org) supports students with last names L-Z
• Health Care Plans - Mrs. Matuska (smatuska@livoniapublicschools.org)
• Registration - Mrs. Carroll (jcarroll4@livoniapublicschools.org)
• Special Education - Mrs. Downs (kdowns@livoniapublicschools.org) or Mr. Kowalski (dkowalsk@livoniapublicschools.org)
• Student Activities - Mr. Dewey (bdewey2@livoniapublicschools.org)

Website: https://www.livoniapublicschools.org/Domain/13
Location: 29100 West Chicago, Livonia, MI, USA
Phone: (734) 744-2665
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EMSLivonia/
Twitter: @EaglesNestEMS