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Email: Gallegma@Collierschools.com
Website: Collierschools.com/ENM
Location: 4100 Estey Avenue, Naples, FL, USA
Phone: (239) 377-3600
Facebook: facebook.com/ENMGators
X: @ENMGators

Gators,

Welcome to October! We have several important dates and reminders coming up this month. Please take a moment to review the information below.

Quarter 1 Ends – October 9

The first quarter of the school year ends on October 9. Please encourage your student to finish the quarter strong and stay on top of assignments and assessments.

FTE Week – October 5–9

FTE Week is October 5–9. During this week, the school takes a snapshot of student enrollment and attendance. It is especially important that your child is present at school every day during FTE Week.

Thank you for helping us ensure accurate attendance and enrollment information for our school.

Report Cards – October 19

Quarter 1 report cards will be available in the parent/student portal on October 19.

Please note that middle school report cards are not printed. Families will need to access report cards through the portal.

If you have questions or concerns about your student's grades, please contact the appropriate teacher directly. We also encourage families to make it a good practice to check grades in the portal weekly so you can stay informed about your student's progress throughout the quarter.

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. We appreciate everything you do to help your student have a successful school year!

Have a wonderful October!

Mary Ann Gallegos

Principal

Mr. Berning, Assistant Principal of Curriculum and Instruction

Hello Gator Families,

I know it’s hard to believe, but we’re already wrapping up a successful Quarter 1. In an effort to stay informed, it’s important to remain current with your child’s grades by checking Focus on a weekly basis. If you have any questions about them, please reach out to your child’s teacher(s). Furthermore, as we move forward into the year, please remind your child(ren) about creating the habits of being a good student. This includes turning in assignments on time, participating in class, and studying for tests/assessments. Furthermore, remind your child(ren) about the importance of upcoming district and state assessments. This includes our upcoming quarterly benchmark assessments taking place next week October 5-9, the 8th grade PSAT on October 21, along with the FAST PM2 which occurs after Winter Break. Thank you for your commitment to your child’s success.

Please let me know if you want me to adjust in any way.

Mrs. Chavez, Attendance and Discipline

We are proud of the many students who continue to demonstrate our GATOR Traits throughout campus: Gratitude, Achievement, Teamwork, Ownership, and Respect. These positive behaviors help create a safe, supportive, and engaging learning environment where all students can thrive.

During National Attendance Awareness Month, our students had an exciting opportunity to earn a dress-down day each week! The grade level with the highest attendance average for the week earned the reward, and the response from students was incredible. We saw tremendous participation, enthusiasm, and school spirit as students worked together to achieve strong attendance.

We also had the pleasure of celebrating our September Students of the Month with a special luncheon. These students are nominated by their teachers and are recognized for their hard work, positive attitude, and contributions to our school community. At the end of each month, we will continue recognizing outstanding students through our Student of the Month initiative.

Lastly, our PBIS Day is coming up! Students can earn the opportunity to attend by demonstrating positive behavior and strong academic effort. We are excited to celebrate the hard work and growth of our students, and we hope to see as many students as possible participate in this special event.

We encourage families to make attendance a priority and ensure students arrive on time, ready to learn, and prepared to make the most of every school day. As always, we thank our families for your partnership and support. Together, we can help our students succeed by reinforcing the importance of regular attendance, encouraging positive behavior, and celebrating the accomplishments that make our GATOR community so special.

Before School

Before school Monday - Friday and the cost is $20.00 a week. See attached form if interested.

After School

After school has started and the session is going great. The cost is $50.00 a quarter. Sign up form is attached and is available in the front office for those interested.

School Start and End Times

• School begins at 9:00 AM and ends at 3:50 PM.
• Student drop-off begins at 8:40 AM. For safety reasons, students may not be dropped off earlier than this time.

Arrival & Dismissal Procedures

• Drop-off and pick-up for car riders, bikers, and walkers will take place in the front parking lot by the flagpole.
• For early dismissal, a parent or guardian must come into the building to sign the student out.
• Transportation changes or student pick-up requests cannot be made after 3:15 PM
• Supplies & Backpacks

• School supply list is available on our website and is also attached to this newsletter.

Instructional for FOCUS Parent Access attached

Instrucciones para el acceso parental de FOCUS adjunto esta el volante

Communication Tools

• ENM communicates with parents through emails, newsletters, social media, text messages and phone calls.
• To contact the school or a specific teacher, please refer to the contact information available on our website.

We look forward to a fantastic year ahead!

Please see below for important upcoming dates and events.

Upcoming Dates:

10/5-9- QBA Exams - Civics, Science Algebra

10/07- Picture Day

10/12 Teacher Planning Day

10/19 Report Cards in portal

10/21 PSAT for 8th grader

10/29 Early Release 12:50 pm

NEED TO KNOW

1. Follow us on social media Facebook, Instagram and X @ENMGators.

2. Click on the links below to complete the necessary forms in the parent portal.

Click here to visit the CCPS Portal.

DOWNLOAD the APP's below

Where's the Bus APP

Click here for information.

www.WheresTheBus.com

CCPS Mobile APP

The CCPS mobile app has been updated with even more useful features. review grades through FOCUS, track weather alerts, see lunch menus, and many more features. iPhone users can search for Collier School in the Apple App store. Androids can download the APP from the Google Play store.

Spirit Wear

Gator wear, sweatshirts and t-shirts will be on sale every day. See attached form for prices and inventory. CASH ONLY

School Board Policies 2266, 3362, and 5517 – Prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and/or gender identity), disability, or age in the provision of educational opportunities or employment opportunities and benefits. The District School Board does not discriminate on the basis of sex or disability in the education programs and activities that it operates, pursuant to the requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

For additional information or to report Title IX or any other discrimination/harassment concerns, contact Ms. Valerie Wenrich, Chief Human Resources Officer/ Title IX Coordinator, at (239) 377-0351, wenriv@collierschools.com or at 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, Florida 34109.

Las políticas de la Junta Directiva Escolar 2266, 3362, y 5517 – prohíben la discriminación o el acoso basado en la raza, color, religión, país de origen, sexo (incluyendo la orientación sexual y/o la identidad de género), discapacidad o edad en cuanto a la provisión de oportunidades educativas o de empleo y beneficios. Conforme los requisitos del Título IX de las Enmiendas Educativas de 1972, la Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar no discrimina por motivos de sexo o discapacidad en los programas y actividades educativas que opera.

Para más información o para reportar sobre asuntos del Título IX o cualquier otra inquietud sobre discriminación o acoso, comuníquese con la señora Valerie Wenrich, Primer Oficial de Recursos Humanos/Coordinadora del Título IX, al número (239) 377-0351, wenriv@collierschools.com o a la dirección 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, Florida 34109.

Règleman Konsèy Administrasyon Lekòl la 2266, 3362, ak 5517 – anpeche diskriminasyon oswa asèlman akoz ras, koulè, relijyon, orijin nasyonal, sèks (ki enkli oryantasyon seksyèl ak/oubyen idantite sèks yon moun), andikap, oubyen laj yon moun nan sa ki konsène opòtinite edikasyonèl oswa opòtinite travay ak benefis. Konsèy Administrasyon Lekòl la pa fè diskriminasyon sou baz sèks oswa pwoblèm andikap nan pwogram edikasyon ansanm avèk aktivite ke li opere, an rapò avèk ekzijans Tit IX nan Amandman Edikasyon 1972 la.

Pou plis enfòmasyon oubyen pou rapòte Tit IX oswa nenpòt sa ki konsène ou apwopo diskriminasyon/asèlman, kontakte Ms. Valerie Wenrich, Ofisye an Chèf Resous Imèn/ Koòdinatris Tit IX, nan (239) 377-0351, wenriv@collierschools.com oubyen nan 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, Florida 34109.