Trail Talk

Monday, September 21

• 4:00 PM – HOME XC vs. Paul Kinder, Raytown MS & Grain Valley
• 4:00 PM – VB vs. Lakeview (A/B)

Tuesday, September 22

• 4:00 PM – C FB vs. SLMS

Wednesday, September 23

• 4:00 PM – HOME XC vs. Bingham, Paul Kinder, Northgate & Lakeview
• 4:00 PM – VB @ Moreland Ridge (A/B)
• 4:00 PM – HOME C VB TRI vs. Osage Trail & SLMS

Thursday, September 24

• 4:00 PM – A/B FB @ BCMS

Friday, September 25

• Fundraiser – Bison Bonanza
• 5:00 PM – Bison Smart Kickball Tournament @ LSHS Baseball Complex

Saturday, September 26

• 10:00 AM–2:00 PM – Musical Rehearsal

Our next Bison Fan Day will be on Wednesday, October 7th for the ETMS Girls Volleyball game.

This is a fun activity where students get to cheer on the ETMS Girls Volleyball Team. Any 6th-8th grade student may sign up.

Parents,

Please fill out the permission form below if your student plans to attend. Students will NOT be able to stay after school if parents have not filled out the form prior to 11:00am on October 7th. However, if we reach capacity number of participants, the form will not accept any more students to sign up.

***Please note, if you are actively participating in another Fall sport or Activity (ex: XC, Football, Musical) that practices after school on 9/30, please do NOT sign up for Bison Fan Day. The expectation is that you fulfill your commitment to your athletic or activity practice. You may NOT join the Bison Fan day after your practice. If you want to attend the Girls Volleyball game after your practice, same expectations are followed to be with an adult for the event.

*Students will need to be picked at 5:45 PM.

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!

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.

Interested in Art Club merchandise? Check out the available items by scanning the QR code or using the order link below. Don’t miss out!

Here are this week's lost and found items.

Students, please stop by the front office to see if your lost item might be there.

Ways to get involved! We want every BISON to love being a part of our school!

See the 2026-27 Hub Link below for information about all clubs, athletics, and activities.

• Event: FCA - Fellowship of Christian Athletes
• Date: Thursday, 9/24
• Location: East Trails Library
• Time: 7:30–8:05 AM
• Led by: Student Huddle Leaders
• ETMS Adult Sponsors: Coach Peters & Coach Kaputska
• FCA Lead Support: Coach Juarez
• All students are welcome!
  • Come as you are
  • You belong here
• FCA is a place to:
  • Grow in faith
  • Build strong friendships
  • Make an impact on and off the field
• Meeting reminder: Fellowship of Christian Athletes will meet every Thursday morning from 7:30–8:05 AM in the library.

Each month, a new book will be featured as the ETMS Book of the Month. Students who want to participate may stop by the library to sign up and grab a copy. Everyone who reads the book will be invited to Discussion with Donuts (gluten-free options available) hosted by Mrs. Brown and school staff. Already read the book? Students just need to swing by the library to get their name on the list.

• Featured Book for September: Westfallen
• Discussion Date: October 14th during TRAIL Time

The ETMS Fundraiser was so much fun! Students have enjoyed the incentives of duct taping the principal, water wars, and choosing a staff member to wear an inflatable!

Way to go Bison!

Cross Country is off to a great start! Our first XC meet at Longview was a HOT one. Our runners didn’t let the heat slow them down! Each team finished in the Top 4, and several runners brought home medals. Way to run hard and represent ETMS!

The ETMS Cheer Team brought the energy to the Fall Sports Assembly with an awesome performance! They helped kick off the season with plenty of school spirit, enthusiasm, and Bison pride! GO BISON!

The Kansas City Zoo visited Animal Club Wednesday, September 16th. They presented about ecosystem loss and impact when things are disrupted. We got to see a live tortoise, 3 banded armadillo and a millipede.

Students in Mrs. Hill’s class enjoyed a special visit from Murphy! The classroom was filled with smiles, cuddles, and plenty of wagging tails.

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.

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.

Race for the Future will be held on Saturday, October 10th, 2026 at the Lee's Summit West Activity Complex.

Place: EAST TRAILS MIDDLE SCHOOL - Baseball and Softball Fields

When: Friday, SEPTEMBER 25TH

Time: Team assignment check in starts at 5:30. Games start at 6:00, over at 8:00.

INFO:

• Players sign up individually and will be randomly placed on a team- if you want to be with your friends you just check in together.

• 10 players per team.

• If you want to be on the same team as your friends, you MUST check in together.

• Price is $1 per student until 9/18/26.

• After 9/21/26, the price goes up to $2. Price will be $3 at the door to play or spectate.

• Concession stands will be available so bring cash!!

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.

If you need assistance regarding technology, the Technology Help Desk number is 816-986-1495.

• September lunch menu
• September 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/

Code: etmsybk

*Will accept photos until end of March 2027

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/
Twitter: @ETMSbison