Trail Talk
Student Bulletin - October 18, 2026
Jon Ely
Jon is currently on the ETMS Boys Football team for a second year in a row and serves as a Captain this year. Jon participates in the Bison Buddies program and FCA. He is active for a second year in a row in the ETMS Band and student council where he serves as an officer. During 7th grade, Jon participated in First Priority, Basketball, and Track. Jon plans to continue with basketball and track this year as well. Jon was on the Principals Honor Roll his 7th grade year and received an award for Top Social Studies Student. Outside of school, Jon participates in Youth Group and plays competitively for soccer, basketball, football, and track.
Lucy Young
Lucy is currently on the ETMS Girls Volleyball A team and participated on the Girls Volleyball B team during her 7th grade year. She participates in the Bison Buddies program, FCA, and student council. This is her second year participating in Bison Smart and AVID. During her 7th grade year she attended the AVID Summer Institute and participated in girls flag football. She was on the Principals Honor Roll her 7th grade year. She has received the Kindness Counts award during both 7th and 8th grade. Outside of school, Lucy is a member of the Mavs Club Volleyball, she works with the elderly at her Grandma’s assisted living, helps wrap presents and donates gifts for Lucy’s Kids for Peace Foundation, and is a Community Service Collective Co student leader. Lucy cares about helping her community and making sure everyone feels like they matter.
We are looking for empty cereal boxes! If you have any at home, please send them flattened to Mrs. Fresia’s room (A213) or drop them off in the front office. Thank you for your help and support!
8th graders -
Are you studying a 2nd language or do you already speak a 2nd language? If so, we encourage you to sign up for the Seal of Biliteracy Pathways Program. This program is an optional independent study of a 2nd language. Applications and information are being shared in language classes and 8th grade advisory. Jaymi Barnhart is the sponsor at ETMS. Her email is jaymi.barnhart@lsr7.net if you have any questions. Students will apply via google form in advisory or language class. Happy learning!
Students, please stop by the front office to see if your lost item might be there.
Cooper Grimmer 3rd Place!
Sawyer and Landon Williams
Ms. Holdmeyer's father
7th Grade Band Concert - 10/19
- 7th Grade Band Concert
- Monday, October 19th at 6:00pm
- ETMS Competition Gym
- Students arrive at 5:45 PM
- Dress: Black Bison polo and black pants
ETMS WinterSports Interest Meeting - 10/20
Students interested in participating in Winter Sports should attend the appropriate meeting on Tuesday, October 20th.
BOYS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS
Grades: 7th & 8th Grade Boys
Location: Main Gym
GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS
Grades: 7th & 8th Grade Girls
Location: Auxiliary Gym
WRESTLING
Grades: 6th, 7th & 8th Grade Boys & Girls
Location: Commons
IMPORTANT REMINDER: Please complete the interest sign-up form that will be emailed to you on Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 8:00 AM.
If you are unable to attend, the information will be available in the STAD or Main Office
on October 21st.
Scholastic Book Fair!
The ETMS library is hosting a Scholastic Book Fair October 19-22 in conjunction with Fall Conferences. Students will have a chance to browse the book fair during a scheduled time with their English Language Arts classes October 19-20 and may make purchases during that time. All ETMS families are invited to visit the Book Fair October 21-22 while Fall Conferences are in session. Please note that the fair will close at 6:30 pm on October 22. Visit this link to learn more about the Book Fair online shopping and to set up an eWallet for in-person shopping: bit.ly/ETMS-BookFair
Booo Grams!
Cost: $1 each — cash only
Purchase: During Parent-Teacher Conferences
Delivery: Delivered to students during 7th Hour
Delivery Date: Halloween Eve
Benefit: Supports the Life Skills Classroom
Conference Luncheon for Teachers!
Let's feed our teachers and staff during Parent Teacher Conferences!
Help us stock a chili and soup buffet to keep teachers warm and cozy during a long day of conferences. We're asking for crockpots of your favorite soup and chili recipes to be delivered to the school. Along with sides and desserts of course.
Note that there will be up to 140 staff members on site that day so we ask that you please provide 20-30 servings for each slot you sign up for.
Date: 10/22/2026 (Thu.)
Time: 10:00AM - 1:00PM CDT
Location: ETMS
We'll update this with timing as we get closer!
Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you!
ETMS Tennis Club
- Open to: All 6th, 7th, and 8th graders
- Experience: No previous tennis experience needed
- Equipment: No racket needed
- First Practice: November 9th at 7:00 AM
- More Details: Available on SportsYou
- Code: E6RL3RCP
- Questions? Contact Mrs. Grumke
- C104 – 7th Grade Pod
LS Educational Foundation Student Grants
LSR7 middle and high school students can request up to $1,000 for a student-driven project that enhances learning at their school. We hope this is a great learning experience/exercise for students that will benefit them AND their schools/activity groups.
Deadline: December 1st at 10:00 a.m.
Grant recipients will be announced in mid-January, with funds available for use immediately.
Wired Earbuds Available!
Need Earbuds? We’ve Got You Covered!
Wired earbuds are available for just $1.00 in the front office throughout the school year! Stop by and grab a pair when you need them.
Cash only, please!
Testing Center
Friendly reminder, students who are needing to come in on Fridays to utilize the Testing Center for a makeup test or a test retake may arrive at school starting at 8:05 AM.
Math Homework Help - For ALL Grades!
Do you need Math Homework Help? You are welcome to stay after school any Thursday starting September 10th.
- No sign up needed.
- Stay after school on the Thursdays you need help.
- Time: 3:15pm-4:15pm
- Meet in 7th Grade Pod.
*Students must have rides arranged for pickup by 4:15pm.
Attendance Line
If your student will be absent from school, please call in the absence by 9:30 AM to the Attendance Secretary at 816-986-2577.
The attendance voicemail line is available 24/7.
- October lunch menu
- October breakfast grab & go menu
- Breakfast is $2.30; Plate lunch is $3.80
- Free and reduced lunch application
Help East Trails Middle School raise funds by submitting your Box Tops online at: https://boxtops4education.com/s/
Email: stacy.patton@lsr7.net
Website: www.etms.lsr7.org
Location: 1001 Southeast Bailey Road, Lee's Summit, MO, USA
Phone: 816.986.2575
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ETMSbison