ESA Middle Family Newsletter

To make sure you have all the latest news, you can continue to check this newsletter for updates. You should also do all of the following:

How to find out if we have a weather-related delay/closing:

• Check our district site /social media
• Robo call
• Make sure you contact information is updated in the system in emergency.

🧤 Winter Weather Reminders

Cold weather is here! Please be sure students come to school with:

• A warm coat

• Hats and gloves

• Proper footwear

📌 If your family needs help with winter clothing, contact the school office confidentially.

Building goals, routines, and community

Dear Families,

Happy New Year! We are excited to welcome students and families back as we begin January together. A new year brings fresh opportunities to reset routines, set goals, and strengthen our school community. As always, we are grateful for our partnership with you.

🤝 New Year, Stronger Together

January is a time to reconnect and refocus. When families and schools work together, students thrive. This month, our school is emphasizing:

• Strong daily routines

• Positive attendance habits

• Clear expectations

• Open communication between home and school

Together, we can create a supportive and successful learning environment for every student.

🎯 January School Focus

This month, students will be working on:

• Academic goal-setting

• Re-establishing classroom routines

• Showing kindness, respect, and responsibility

• Staying engaged and motivated

We encourage families to talk with students about one personal or academic goal they want to work toward this year.

Daily attendance is key to student success.

• Please make every effort to have students arrive on time and ready to learn

• If your child must be absent, notify the school as soon as possible

If your family is experiencing challenges that affect attendance, please reach out—we are here to support you.

Valuable instructional time is lost when students arrive late. Teachers begin lessons at 9:00 am daily. Student is considered later after 9:05. If your child is late, an adult must sign them in. Thank you for your help in getting all students to the building on time!

School hours for students are 8:45 to 3:45. Students are marked late after 9:00 and parents are required to sign the student in at the front office after the 9:00.

Early dismissal stops at 2:45 to properly prepare for dismissal. Please adhere to these times as they are explained in the handbook. NO STUDENT WILL BE ALLOWED TO BE PICKED UP AFTER 2:45!

ALL STUDENTS MUST BE WALKED IN AFTER 9:00 AM!

Please contact the front desk by 12:00, if there are any changes in your child's dismissal plan

484-465-1236

We Welcome Your Questions and Requests

Our administration team is here to support you! If you have any requests for meetings or need assistance with specific concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out:

Building or Academic Concerns: ajackson@chesteruplandsd.org

Behavior Concerns: dhightower@chesteruplandsd.org

Attendance Concerns: mthompson@chesteruplandsd.org

We value open communication and look forward to working together to ensure a positive experience for all students and families.

Thank you for your partnership!

Just a reminder, that ALL students should be in full uniforms which included collared shirt and khaki pants. Students are NOT allowed to wear:

Sweatpants

T-shirts

Bonnets/scarves

Tights

Slippers/flipflops

Hoodies

Ski-masks

Crocs

Student will receive consequences, and a phone call will be made for a parent to bring them a change of class. Please be mindful that this is a requirement and is enforced.

Students are allowed to wear a sweatshirt or sweaters for inside building uses.

From the Desk of Ms. Thompson, School Counselor

I know that transitioning into middle school can sometimes feel overwhelming.
It’s okay to take a moment for yourself. When things feel a little too loud or heavy, find a quiet space and listen to my calming music playlist. Allow the gentle sounds to soothe your spirit, ease your mind, and remind you that peace is always within reach.

Remember — taking care of yourself is just as important as taking care of your schoolwork. A few moments of calm can make a world of difference. 💛