We trust our Panthers had a fantastic week! As we're a few weeks into the second quarter, we kindly encourage you to take a moment to check your child's progress on Powerschool. If you have any inquiries, please feel free to connect with your child's teacher. Your partnership is highly valued and appreciated. Thank you for your ongoing support!

Best,

Christina & Emily

Mon. Dec 11th - Board of Education Meeting, Town Hall 6:30pm

Mon. Dec 11th - Project Oceanology Trip for selected 7th graders

Fri. Dec 22nd - Early Release

Mon. Dec 25th - Jan 1st - Winter Recess

Tues. Jan 2nd - Classes resume!

Team newsletters have been updated! Enjoy our latest editions from our teams including Unified Arts!

EAST HAMPTON MS ATHLETICS SCHEDULE DEC 11 -DEC 15 (subject to change)

MONDAY, DEC 11

East Hampton girls basketball at Cromwell MS, 2:20 pm dismissal, 2:30 pm bus, 3:30 pm game.

Note: Varsity only, JV's off for girls only!

Cromwell boys basketball at East Hampton MS, 3:30 pm game.

Note: Varsity and JV games!

Cheer leading attending game

TUESDAY, DEC 12

East Hampton boys basketball at Portland MS, 2:20 pm dismissal, 2:30 pm bus, 3:30 pm game.

Portland girls at East Hampton MS, 3:30 pm

Cheer leading practice 2:35 until 4:30 pm

WEDNESDAY, DEC 13

Boys study hall with Mr. Landry 2:35 until 4:15 pm

Boys basketball 4:15 until 6 pm practice

Girls Basketball 2:35 until 4:30 pm

Cheer leading practice 2:35 until 4:30 pm

THURSDAY, DEC 14

Boys study hall with Mr. Landry 2:35 until 4:15 pm

Boys basketball 4:15 until 6 pm practice

Girls Basketball 2:35 until 4:30 pm

No Cheer leading practice

FRIDAY, DEC 15

East Hampton at Hale Ray Middle School, bus at 4:15 pm.

Girls Game at 5:30 pm

Boys Game at 7:00 pm

Note: No JV game. We ask that parents pick up at the game or carpool after (no return bus). We would like girls to stay and support the boys teams if possible. You do not need to fill out a dismissal form, but we ask that you come over and let us know before you leave so we can check players off, thanks.

No Cheer leading practice

Student Council is holding a Penny Wars Contest for all homeroom classrooms starting December 4th - December 15th . Attached are the flyers that contain all the information and rules. Please talk to your homeroom classroom on Monday and explain the contest! ( Allison will be handing out the collection jugs this afternoon to all homeroom classrooms!)

On December 15th, please count your coins and email your total to myself or Allison Emery. Winning homeroom class with receive a pizza party during lunch before the holiday break!

Best of luck everyone!

Advisors Mrs. Emery & Mr. Bishop

Last Wednesday, students engaged in discussions centered around Responsibility - exploring its meaning and discussing what it looks like in various situations, particularly within the classroom setting. This week during advisory sessions, our students explored the concept of responsibility by reflecting on personal artifacts that symbolize this essential trait.

This winter, the EarlyAct Club needs help collecting new or gently used coats for those in need! Please go through your closets and bring in any donations to the big coat box in the main lobby. Donations are going to Button Up Connecticut whose mission is to help residents in need stay warm during the winter season.

This past Monday, students during period 1 enthusiastically participated in the Snowman activity, contributing to our PBIS initiatives. Students from each homeroom successfully deciphered the mystery phrase - "Panther Pride"! These winners were treated to a delightful reward of hot chocolate with extra marshmallows during their lunch waves!

Mrs. Bourcier kicked off the school day by greeting students with an engaging math question! As students made their way to homeroom and lockers, they had the opportunity to stimulate their minds with a thought-provoking math problem.

Below are some students who have received Positive Office Referrals for their behaviors that have exemplified our PBIS pillars of Respect, Responsibility, Compassion and Pride. Students were able to choose a reward from our menu of options like eating outside with friends! Great job! Our students celebrated this week are:

7th grader David Dickinson & Jasmyn Skinner

Eighth grade students attended the Capstone Kick-Off Assembly on Monday to learn more about the Capstone experience! Students worked during FLEX this week to explore topics and start brainstorming ideas for their Capstone experience. Students will need to choose a topic to research, and then develop an action plan based on their topic. Be sure to ask your child about their ideas for Capstone! Linked is the Parentsquare sent earlier this week with more details for 8th grade families on the Capstone experience.

Students in 6th grade math are finding the unit rate to determine the Best Deal. We are teaching our students to apply their skills to become smarter consumers.

Looking for a way to give back? Want to help make the world a better place? Then please join the EarlyAct Club at any of our upcoming events and opportunities to spread compassion! ALL are welcome and no previous club experience is required. Check out our rolling monthly agenda to see where you can help us to make a difference!

Below are pictures of EarlyActers wrapping the gifts for the ABC Women’s Center to help families’ in need this holiday season.

East Hampton Public Library is running a teen winter reading challenge now through the end of February, for grades 6-12! Cards will be provided to each ELA teacher. If your child is interested, have them ask their ELA teacher!

THE EAST HAMPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL PTO

SPIRIT WEAR FUNDRAISER

IS BACK FOR THE HOLIDAYS

WITH A SITEWIDE SALE!

Check out our online shop for tons of logo options and garment styles

Store link: https://1stplace.sale/17567

THE DETAILS:

• FROM MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6th THROUGH FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8th, the entire site is 20% off with free shipping over $75 - no code needed
• Every item is shipped directly to you
• All orders are guaranteed delivery by December 23rd
• Exciting new product lines and designs have been added and will make great holiday gifts!

East Hampton Middle School PTO will earn a percentage of every sale to help support our school’s needs.

What better way to promote Panther Pride and school spirit while raising funds for EHMS?

If you have any questions, please contact the PTO at ptoehms@gmail.com

Thank you for your support and happy shopping!

The East Hampton Board of Education and the school community as a whole promote a secure and productive school climate, conducive to teaching and learning that is free from threat, harassment, any type of bullying behavior, and teen dating violence. Therefore it shall be the policy of the Board that bullying and/or teen dating violence committed against a student by another student is prohibited. The Board believes that a school environment in which students feel safe, supported, engaged and helpfully challenged is optimal for learning and healthy development. The Board seeks an environment in which students and adults feel socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically safe; an environment that is free of harassment, intimidation, teen dating violence and bullying. Our website provides links to various policies and reporting forms including our Safe School Climate Plan. Hard copies are also available in our main office. If at any point you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out to building administration for further assistance.

A phone call is appreciated, but only an email to our attendance inbox or written note can officially excuse absence 1 through 9. Below is our attendance email:

Note: Between the school name and the word Attendance is a underscore ( _ )

EHMS_Attendance@easthamptonct.org

If a student has four unexcused absences in one month or 10 unexcused absences in a year they are classified as truant. If a child misses 18 or more days in a school year – excused or unexcused absences – the student is classified as chronically absent.

Access to the East Hampton attendance policy is available HERE

More recently, I have been seeing many students in the Health Office with complaints of fatigue and not getting a good night’s sleep. Generally, most teens need 8-10 hours of sleep, but it is common for much less. Sleep is important to maintaining mood, relationships, and the ability to pay attention. Because of this, I thought it would be a good idea to share a few things that can be done during the day to aid in a good night’s sleep. Below are some tips to help.

1) Be active during the day – physical activity can help improve mood and decrease stress.

2) Avoid caffeine near bedtime – Caffeine is a stimulant and teens should be avoiding it anyways, but it is a good reminder for adults!

3) Say goodnight to electronics – allow your brain to rest. Turn off all electronics about an hour before bedtime.

4) Keep a sleep routine – going to bed the same time every night or sticking with a routine of reading, meditation, or listening to music before bed helps to aid in relaxation before sleep.

5) Expect a good night’s sleep – stress can affect sleep. Instead of worrying that you won’t get enough sleep, tell yourself that you will!

These are great tips for those of all ages, but it is a good reminder that teens are working hard mentally and physically. Sleep is so important and sometimes your students need some help to remember that. A good night’s sleep will help your student be more focused, productive, and willing to participate in school activities. Sleep well!

Regards,

Nurse Krystle

Krystle Hafele, BSN,RN

School Nurse

East Hampton Middle School

Office: 860-365-4060

Fax: 860-365-4064

Khafele@easthamptonct.org

If your child is having any Chromebook or technology issues please click on the link below to do some troubleshooting: EHMS TroubleShooting Tips

If the troubleshooting doesn't work click on the link below to submit an IT work ticket:

Chromebook Trouble Ticket

Please encourage your child to take pride and care in their device. Below is a video to review the proper care of Chromebooks with your child.

We understand that often families are seeking assistance in supporting their children through outside counseling or therapy. We are proud to have partnered with School Based Health in order to be able to provide those services within the school. Megan Donnelly is our School Based Health Center Counselor here at East Hampton Middle School who is here 5 days a week. More information is below include a link to their website. Feel free to call the main office if you would like to speak with Megan.

Board of Education Statement on School Safety: The East Hampton Board of Education is committed to a safe and secure learning environment that honors and celebrates the diversity of our students, our community, and our nation. The Board of Education in partnership with the school community will not tolerate any threat of violence in the schools or any hate speech that targets any race, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. Each student is held to the highest standards of responsible decision making within a culture that is expected to foster compassion, caring, and empathy.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement of the East Hampton Public Schools: The school community of East Hampton is committed to the mission of honoring and celebrating the diversity of our students, our community, and our nation. We strive to guide our students to conscious, deliberate, individual and collective actions that cultivate the respect of all races, religions, and social backgrounds. Our school community endeavors to produce graduates who are equipped with a greater understanding of the concepts of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Nondiscrimination Statement of the East Hampton Public Schools: The East Hampton Board of Education, in compliance with federal and state law, affirms its policy of equal educational opportunity for all students and equal employment opportunity for all persons. It is the policy of the District to promote nondiscrimination and an environment free of harassment regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, ancestry, disability (including but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability, or learning disability), genetic information, marital status, or age or because of the race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, marital status, or age of any persons with whom the individual associates. The District shall provide to all students without discrimination, course offerings, counseling, assistance, employment, athletics, and extracurricular activities. The District shall provide equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The District shall make reasonable accommodations for identified physical and mental impairments that constitute disabilities, consistent with federal and state statutes and regulations.

Email: camaral@easthamptonct.org
Website: https://www.easthamptonps.org/o/ehms
Location: 19 Childs Road, East Hampton, CT, USA
Phone: (860) 365 4060