We practice Lockdown Drills so we are prepared for an instance in which a threat is inside the building.

During the drill, students and staff follow safety procedures which are cascaded to the Office Team, Administration, and the District Office.

If you have any questions, please contact hargraveb@estacada.k12.or.us.

The choirs are performing a two of her pieces (“Come Pretty Love”, 7th grade choir; “It Takes a Village” all choirs) on our upcoming concert on Thursday, March 17. In written responses to the composer after her visit, students commented on their appreciation for being able to work with the composer of a piece they are working on, and how much it meant to them. We can’t wait to share these pieces with the community!

Families of students in 6th grade: Please review this newsletter about next week's Outdoor School Experience. We will be attending during the school day no matter the weather. And, students will return in time for 6th period.

Track will start this coming month at EMS. Our first practice will be March 28th (Monday) after school at the high school track. If you are interested in participating in track and field you will need to do the following three things:

1. register your student-athlete on https://hello.familyid.com/.

2. Have a current physical on file with the middle school office.

3. Pay the participation fee of $125 per athlete.

If you have any questions please contact Mr. Kelley at kelleyg@estacada.k12.or.us

On March 2nd, the Oregon Department of Education released new Ready School Safe Learner (RSSL) guidance following the Governor’s announcement of the end of the state’s mask mandate at the end of the day on March 11th. The Estacada School District has followed RSSL guidance consistently since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Estacada School District has long advocated for local control, and these new guidelines restore decision-making powers to the district and county levels. Our district will also continue to follow RSSL guidance, which means that effective March 12th, face masks will be optional for all students and staff in the Estacada School District, including while on the bus, regardless of vaccination status.

The Estacada School District will continue to strongly recommend face masks as a precautionary measure for students and staff, especially for those at high risk of contracting COVID-19, as well as during times when COVID-19 cases are at a high level in the community. Ultimately, the decision will rest with families and individuals.

The district will not tolerate any unkind or discriminatory behavior based on the decisions that people make regarding their individual health. Our leaders will work to reinforce an environment of respect and inclusion for all members of our district, regardless of their personal health decisions.

Beginning March 12th, students and staff will also no longer need to quarantine when exposed to COVID-19, but individuals exposed to COVID-19 will still receive informational notification from the district. Those that have tested positive for COVID-19 will be required to isolate at home for five days and until they are 24 hours fever free (whichever comes later).

The district will continue to have safety measures in place to protect the health of the children and adults in our schools. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and rapid tests will be available to those that choose to utilize these tools. Quality ventilation and airflow will also continue to be maintained. The district will also continue to deep clean and sanitize high touch areas at a higher frequency.

The number you need to call to notify us about your student's positive case is: 971-220-6594. Thank you for partnering with use to keep our students in the classroom with as little interruption as possible.

Email: emsinfo@estacada.k12.or.us
Website: www.ejhs.estacada.k12.or.us
Location: 500 Northeast Main Street, Estacada, OR, USA
Phone: (503) 630-8516
Facebook: facebook.com/estacadamiddleschool
Twitter: @estacadamiddle