Everitt Middle School News

Hi Everitt families,

Third quarter grades are now available in Campus portal. After reviewing the latest GPA report with Ms. Ronnie, I am proud to share that approximately 70% of our students achieved a 2.0 GPA or higher. Despite the typical mid-winter malaise, our students largely tuned out the distractions. I want to extend my gratitude to our teachers, staff and families for maintaining the high expectations that make these results possible.

While academics are an essential element of Everitt pride, school belonging is also vital. Spirit week participation this quarter reached a record high for the year. From the St. Patrick's-theme green on Tuesday to the sports apparel and Everitt gear later in the week, the energy was notable.

Thursday was capped off with another spirit assembly featuring a hilarious air mattress sliding race and our traditional staff-vs-student basketball game. I had the opportunity to congratulate the student body on their hard work in the classroom, in athletics, and in music, while encouraging them to finish the year strong. The positive vibes were a perfect way to head into the break.

We get right after it again after spring break for the sprint to the finish line. Following a non-contact Monday, International night on Tuesday, March 31st (all community invited) and the 6th grade dance on Friday, April 3rd.

2026-27 Staff Updates

After eight years of dedicated service, legendary 6th grade social studies teacher Rebecca Montez, will be relocating with her family to Southern Colorado. It is difficult to overstate Ms. Montez’s impact on our community. She will be profoundly missed.

6th grade math teacher Jennifer Martin has shared that a family matter requires her to make a cross-country move this summer. We appreciate her successful transition from an elementary digital teacher librarian to a classroom position.

Learning specialist Andy Yoder-Horst looks forward to transitioning into administration as he accepted a dean position at Dunstan MS. We are thankful for his leadership of our sped department the last few years.

Invaluable social worker Kelly Mottern will return to Everitt but for just one day per week due to family commitments.

~Principal Alex

Dear Families,

There has been no additional information released about the bus driver since last week. Here is the original letter for your information.

March 12th community letter

I am excited to announce that on Friday April 3rd, I will be hosting a STEM Career Day in all of my STEM classes! This will be an opportunity for current STEM students to explore a variety of STEM careers and help them develop an identity in STEM. Students loved this event last semester! If you work in the STEM industry and are interested in speaking with students about your job, career, and experience in the STEM field, please reach out. We would love to have you come and share your stories!

Amelia.Giannasi@jeffco.k12.co.us

Best,

Ms. Giannasi
STEM Teacher

Mr. Choi's class and Sammys Buddies took a field trip to Wayne Carl Middle school on Monday. They played basketball against Creighton, Pomana Jr. and Wayne Carle. They won two games and tied a third! Way to represent Everitt!

We are looking for parent volunteers and financial support to make this a magical evening. Please sign up!

Students should bring both their Chromebook and charger to school on Friday, April 3 so they can set up their device in their assigned CMAS testing location. Devices will remain securely stored in testing rooms for the duration of the Math/ELA CMAS testing window (April 6-8).

It's helpful to make sure your student eats a good breakfast and gets plenty of sleep the night before.

Hi families!

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming Wellness Day on Thursday April 30th. Wellness Day is about exposing our students to new passions and lifelong hobbies. We are looking for parent volunteers to host sessions where you can share your skills and interests with a small group of students. What would you host? We are looking for a wide variety of activities such as sports, movement, creative activities, life skills, and unique hobbies (fly tying, hiking, photography, basic home repair, tennis, cheer, cleaning, being organized, etc.).

Please fill out the attached form if you would be interested in hosting a session. We will review the information and then follow-up. https://forms.gle/beL95wTt3LZa86xx7

The Family and Community Partnerships team recommends MyFriendBen as a tool to help families access available state and federal benefits. MyFriendBen is a mobile-friendly platform that provides individualized benefit reports and connects families to resources such as food, health care, housing and utilities.

By reducing barriers and increasing awareness of available support, this tool helps create more equitable outcomes for students from under-resourced families and contributes to stronger, more connected school communities across Jeffco.

Our HUB- or resource room, is a place for students and families to get pantry items, toiletries, clothes and school supplies. We are headed toward the end of the year and we have many food bags in the HUB. If you need them please come get them! There's no paperwork, no credentials, just show up. It is helpful if I know you're coming, but it's not required.

In addition, our HUB is always in need of pants, of all sizes! That is the one item most consistently requested by students, and students who need them are not required to give them back. This is where you come in! If you have kids that have outgrown their clothes, you're making space or have buyer's remorse, I will gladly take them off your hands. We aren't really in need of tshirts, but hoodies are also great to have. Belts, socks, and gently used shoes are also acceptable.

I appreciate your help with this!

This week, I was able to pop in to two different classes to learning about what they were doing in class. Ms. Stahl's science class was working on a unit about sound waves. Ms. Cohen's visual art class is working on drawing still life.

Hi Everitt Families!

Here are some important upcoming dates and PTA happenings:

Tuesday, March 31: International Night 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

You'll want to attend Everitt's largest community event, which is all about the diversity that makes us Everitt. And we need YOUR help to make this event a success! Can you pick up food at a restaurant on 3/31 or take a shift serving food in the cafeteria? Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F44A8AD23ABF4C43-62788550-everitt

Email everittpta@gmail.com.

Wednesday, April 8: Healthy Minds Event

PTA is hosting a special event for families, focusing on mental health and how to find resources in our community to support all of our needs. Representatives from Jefferson Center for Mental Health will be there, and PTA will provide dinner for attendees. Watch for the signup in the next newsletter.

New PTA Fund Requests for Everitt teachers and staff

Do you know a teacher or staff member who is working on a special project or needs some supplies? PTA has a new process for staff to submit a request for funds to the PTA. We will be sending a google form to all staff, but please remind them to look out for it. Or send us an email to EverittPTA@gmail.com if there is someone you think we should reach out to about this! PTA Members will vote on all fund requests, and we are excited to invest funds that we have over our budget needs back into our classrooms.

Join the PTA Board

All aboard the Board! We are looking for a Vice President and Secretary for next school year! With a minimal time commitment, you can have a very positive impact on our community. Please email everittpta@gmail.com if you'd like more information.

Support Everitt While You Shop at King Soopers

Please see the flyer below for info on how to support Everitt PTA by shopping at King Soopers.

Find Us Online and Keep the Conversation and Community Going:
Check out our PTA page for reminders, important dates and meeting minutes: https://everitt.jeffcopublicschools.org/connect/parent-teacher-association, and join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/everittpta

We always welcome more ideas on ways to bring the Everitt community together and look forward to learning from each other. Please feel free to send any questions or suggestions to the PTA at EverittPTA@gmail.com.

Sea Camp $1 hat day (not required) 3/20

Spring Break 3/23- 3/27

Day Without Hate shirts $$ due 3/27

No School for Students 3/30

International Night 3/31 5:30-7:30pm

6th Grade Dance 4/3 4:45-6pm

Jazz Band Field Trip 4/3 1130- 5pm

PTA meeting- Mental Health workshop 4/8 5:30-730pm (dinner provided)

7th Grade Dance 4/17 4:45-6