August 11, 2024

Dear Panther Parents and Guardians,

We are thrilled to welcome students back to school on August 14th! This year, we are especially excited to kick off our new STEM Academy on campus, which will offer incredible opportunities for our students to explore science, technology, engineering, and math in innovative ways.

Our theme for the year is "Journey to Excellence," and we can't wait to embark on this journey together, striving for excellence in everything we do.

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to a fantastic year ahead!

Warm regards,

Jacqulyn E. Bridge

Principal

To help you and your family prepare for the upcoming school year, please visit our Back to School Information page. Here, you will find important details about schedules, supplies, and other essential information.

As we begin the new school year, I want to share some important details regarding our arrival and dismissal procedures to ensure the safety and smooth operation of our school.

Arrival Procedures:

• Students will not be permitted to enter the building until 7:30 a.m. Parents will not be allowed to walk students to their class.
• Upon entering the building, students will have the option to either eat breakfast in the cafeteria (breakfast and lunch are free) or report to the gym to receive their schedule on the first day. All students will need to get a new schedule.
• After the first day, students will eat breakfast or report directly to their first-period class during the first two weeks of school.
• After the first two weeks, students will have the option to either eat breakfast or go outside. On days with bad weather, all students will report directly to their first-period class.
• Please remind your student, that they should not congregate outside classrooms or in the hallways.

Dismissal Procedures:

• The school day ends at 3:30 p.m. At that time:
• Students who walk home or are picked up by a parent/guardian will exit through the front doors.
• Bus riders will exit through Door 15 (located near the gym concession area). An announcement will be made with further instructions on days with inclement weather.
• All students who are not participating in Boys/Girls Club, teacher-sponsored clubs, or tutoring must exit the building by 3:40 p.m.

Parent Pick-Up and Drop-Off:

• Parent drop-off and pick-up are located at the front of the school building.
• Please ensure you are following the designated traffic flow to keep everyone safe.

For bus information, please refer to the Home Access Center under the Registration tab.

Thank you for your cooperation and support in ensuring a safe and efficient arrival and dismissal process for all students. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the school office.

To promote the best possible learning and social environment in Killeen ISD, students will not use their cell phones, smart watches, AirPods/earbuds, etc. during the school day. Secondary students will be assigned a personal secure pouch at the beginning of the school year. Students are expected to bring their secure pouch to school daily and return it in good condition at the end of the year. More information will be provided in upcoming newsletters, our student and parent handbooks, KISD website, and during readiness day.

Did you know that Boys & Girls Club is free? Students receive snacks and tutoring when they attend. It's also open until 6:00 PM. Click the link below to sign your student up.

• All students should be in dress code. Tights, crop tops, jeans with holes higher than 6 inches, shorts/skirts higher than 6 inches and sagging is not allowed.

Eastern Hills Middle School is a community of integrity and learning. Where teachers and administrators mentor and inspire students and each other, to embrace a growth mindset. Where students are challenged to act with humility and resilience as they develop skills that will prepare them to be lifelong learners and productive members of society. Where every individual feels safe and contributes to our culture of pride, competitiveness and belonging.

Email: jacqulyn.bridge@killeenisd.org

Website: https://schools.killeenisd.org/Page/75

Location: 300 Indian Trail, Harker Heights, TX, USA

Phone: (254) 336-1100

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EHMSPanthers

Twitter: @middle_hills