EEM Newsletter (04/21 - 04/25)

Please see the following upcoming events at East End Middle:

• 04/29 - ATLAS Science End of Year Test

• 04/29 - EEM Art Show, 5:30-7:00pm

• 05/01 - ATLAS Math End of Year Test

• 05/02 - Perseverance Character Award Assembly, 9:30am

• 05/02 - Rising 6th Graders Visit EEM, 1:30-2:30pm

• 05/03 - SMS & EEM Advanced Band Music Festival

• 05/05 - 05/09 - Teacher Appreciation Week!

• 05/05 - 05/09 - Mental Health Awareness Week

• 05/07 - School Nurse Appreciation Day! We love Nurse Cynthia!!

• 05/08 - Spring Awards Band Concert at McKenzie Hall

• 05/08 - Rising 6th Grade Parent Night @ EEM, 6:00-7:00pm

• 05/09 - Aloha! Luau Dance @ EEM (see more information below)

• 05/12 - School Board Meeting, 7:00pm

• 05/13 - Sports Physicals at EEM

• 05/13 - EEM Choir Concert at East Union, 6-7pm

• 05/20 - 8th Grade Family Night Celebration @ EEM, 5:30-7:00pm

• 05/23 - 4th Quarter Reward Day (AM); Game Wars (PM)

• 05/26 - Memorial Day, NO School

• 05/29 - Last Day of School

Our End of Year ATLAS testing will continue THIS WEEK with Science & Math! Parents, we need your help! PLEASE make sure your child is at school on the days of testing. The dates are listed above. When students test with their peers, they tend to do better rather than having to make up tests at a later date.

ATHLETES WILL NOT TRAVEL ON TESTING DAYS. THEY SHOULD GO DIRECTLY TO EEM IN THE AM ON TUESDAY/THURSDAY AND REPORT TO THEIR JACKETTIME TEACHER. ATLAS TESTING WILL BEGIN AT 8:30am.

These end of year tests are SUPER important! We use this information to provide interventions and supports for your child. These scores, in combination with other factors, help determine appropriate classes for your child. The scores also are reflected on our school's report card from the Arkansas Department of Education.

We want your child to do his/her best, so please make sure they are at school and encourage them to do their best! Thank you for your partnership!

***Scores for the ATLAS Interim tests are available for parents to view in the Parent Portal. You can login to see how your child performed. A reminder of the performance levels is linked below. If you do not know how to login to the Parent Portal or do not have your access code, please email Dr. Heather Williams at heatherwilliams@sheridanschools.org.

If your child will be in 6th grade next year, please see the following information!

Tickets may be ordered at the following link: https://my.cheddarup.com/c/eem-luau

EEM Families,

Regular attendance is key to your child’s success in school. When students attend consistently, they not only keep up with daily lessons and work but also develop essential habits like responsibility and time management. Missing school—even just a few days—can make it harder for students to stay on track academically and socially.

We’re here to support your family in ensuring your child is present and engaged every day. Together, we can set them up for a bright future! Thank you for prioritizing attendance and partnering with us in your child’s education.

Please make sure to turn any written documentation for excused absences to Tina Goodwin, attendance clerk. You may email a copy of the written documentation within 5 days of the absence to tinagoodwin@sheridanschools.org or turn the written documentation into the front office within 5 days of the absence.

***Please see the attached forms that outline the Sheridan School District attendance policy. If you have any questions, please contact the East End Middle front office at (501) 261-6565.

Staying in contact with your child's teachers is one of the best ways to ensure your child's success. If you have any questions about your child's grades, behavior, etc., please email your child's teachers immediately. Communication is essential to an effective partnership between school and home.

All grades can be accessed on Home Access Center (HAC): http://hac23.esp.k12.ar.us. If you have any questions or need a Parent Access Code, please contact Dr. Williams at heatherwilliams@sheridanschools.org. Thank you!

Please see the attached link for the 2024-2025 Student Handbook. Please pay close attention to the cell phone policy, dress code policy, and attendance policy. If you have any questions, please contact the front office at (501) 261-6565.

Please feel free to contact East End Middle administration for any reason. We are here to partner with you to ensure success for your child. You may call the office at 501-261-6565 or email those listed below.

Dr. Heather Williams, Principal

heatherwilliams@sheridanschools.org

Mr. Alan Westfall, Asst. Principal

alanwestfall@sheridanschools.org

Ms. Jessica Ashcraft, School Counselor

jessicaashcraft@sheridanschools.org