Elkins Pointe Middle SchoolOctober 5, 2015
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Hello Titans!
 
I hope you had a restful weekend. Our AVID students really enjoyed spending the entire day at Georgia Tech for college day for a campus tour and then wrapping their visit up at the Tech vs. Carolina football game.  This week our 7th grade students will participate in the Junior Achievement field trip at the Georgia World Congress Center.
 
Please be reminded that:
 
  • Students are out on Thursday (Oct 8) at 12:55 for their 2nd early release day of the year.
  • No school this Friday (10/9) for students.  Teachers work a full day
  • No school on Monday (Oct 12) for Columbus Day.
Our first Saturday School will be held from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm on October 17, 2015 in the EPMS school cafeteria.  The EPMS Saturday school program can be attended by any student who needs to review curriculum content, sharpen GA Milestones skills, and/or complete unfinished assignments. 
Certified teachers will be on hand to work with students.  If you are interested in having your child participate in the Saturday School program, please contact our Graduation Coach, Dr. Griffin, at GriffinL@fultonschools.org.  
***An administrator will be present during Saturday School**** 
Please send a hearty snack with your student.  We are happy to support our Titans any way that we can.
 
Enjoy your long weekend!

Let's Celebrate

Titan Soccer.... Woohoo... closed out the season with a 4-2 win against Crabapple!  Great season with 2 wins; 2 ties; & 1 loss.

 
Terrific Tailgate... Hooray 6th grade!
Thank you to everyone who contributed to the success of the 6th Grade Tailgate Party last Thursday!  Our Sixth Grade Titans enjoyed a fun afternoon of games, dancing, photos, food and all around fun!  Super huge thanks to...  6th grade Teachers & Staff, 8th Grade WEB Leaders, Mr. G, Dr. Bearden, Platinum School of Performing Arts (for the wonderful tunes), and all the parent volunteers.  The pictures from the photo booth may be accessed via OneDrive on http://1drv.ms/1LljkSQ 

 
Club Days Rock!  Special thanks to all of our teachers for making club days such an enjoyable experience for our Titans.  Pictured below are students from Jr. Hornets, Japanese, Interact, World Travelers, and Step clubs.  Stay tuned for more pics!

 
GO Titans... Pictured below (from left) are Ms. Blaine, Ms. Stiffler, Ms. Mackey, Ms. Martin,  Ms. Dease, Ms. Capriola, and Ms. Newman at the Ron Clark Academy.  They visited the academy to learn more about making learning fun and increasing rigor... and were also brave enough to get "slide" certified!  Woohoo!


 
Celebration at the Opera!  Mr. Baugh and three Titans... Thomas Penhallegon, Owen Carney, and Sally Blumberg, are performing in the opera "La Bohème".

Final show times are this weekend at the Cobb Energy Centre:
To purchase tickets on-line:  http://www.atlantaopera.org/1516season.aspx
 
 
Go 6th Grade!!  The sixth grade won the cleanest hall competition this week.  As a result, all 6th graders will have the opportunity use electronic technology during their lunch time.  The cleanest hall competition is a weekly event.  Stay tuned for the winning hall next week.  
Things to Know 

Reflections... Let Your Imagination Fly
Write a poem or short story, snap unique photos, create a video, compose a song, paint a picture, or make up new dance moves.  Finalists move on to compete against other schools in the North Fulton area.  Rules for the contest and student entry forms can be picked up at the front office or at http://www.georgiapta.org/for-pta-leaders/committee-chairs/reflections-leadership/.   Entries are due by October 7th.
 
Red Ribbon Week... YAY!
Red Ribbon Week will be here in a couple weeks.  Click here for a glimpse at the fun activities.  We will need help with making posters and decorating the school so... be on the lookout for volunteer opportunities. 
There will be a theme for each day for the students to follow:
 
Monday: Titans are united against drugs: Titans wear red to school.  
Tuesday: Team up against drugs: Titans wear sports themed attire.
Wednesday: Let's sock it to drugs:  Titans wear crazy socks to school.
Thursday: Drugs stink...Wear Pink: Titans wear something pink to school.
Friday: Be a drug free superhero: Titans wear a superhero shirt to school
 
Vote EPMS Scarecrow on Canton Street
Vote for Tweety and Sylvester on the Historic Roswell Georgia Facebook page by "liking" Tweety & Sylvester in the Boo Y'all Scarecrow Contest!   The On Pointe Builders Club crafted Tweety & Sylvester Scarecrows. They are displayed in front of the "Cat Clinic of Roswell" on Canton Street.  Whoever has the most likes Facebook by October 15th is the winner... so vote!  You can also share your experience by posting your picture on the Elkins Pointe Parent Group Facebook page or tweeting it to @elkinspointe.    
 
Title One Tips
The 2015-2016 District Parental Involvement Statement is available for your review in English and in Spanish on our District Title I page.  It can be accessed through the district Title I link on our school Title I page under the "About" tab. Click here for more info.
 
STAR House
Homework help... is available for your child through the STAR House program.  If interested, pick up an application at the front office.  Transportation home is provided.  Click here for drop off routes. 
 
After School Achievement Program (ASAP)
Does your child need additional help with reading and math?  If so, this after school program is for you!  If interested, please stop by the front office to pick up an application.  Start date is October 7th.
 
Youth Day Parade
The Elkins Pointe family (students, teachers, & families) are invited to march with the Elkins Pointe Youth Day Float this Saturday at 9:00 on Mimosa Ave.  This year's theme is "Roswell Unplugged". Click here for more info. and sign up with the following link:  http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0548a4a822a64-yout
 
BBQ in the Burbs
Rose Burton, Executive Director of Homestretch, invites you to come out and support their BBQ in the Burbs next Sunday, October 11th, at Little River Farms in Alpharetta from 4:00 - 7:30 pm.  Come out to the beat of two great bands, fun for the kids, a small silent auction, and the best BBQ you'll ever eat - all at a beautiful venue and all for a great cause.
Visit their website www.homestretch.org or the event webpage at www.bbqintheburbs.com.  


Informational Items

School Phone Numbers
Our new phone numbers are 470 254-2892 and 470 254-2898 (Fax).  Hembree Elementary has also changed to 470 254-2902 and 470 254-2906 (Fax).  Eventually all schools will have the (470) 254 area code and prefix.

Upcoming Dates
  • 10/5-7; 7th Grade Jr. Achievement Trip -  Georgia World Congress Center -  all school day
  • 10/7 - Reflections due
  • 10/8 - Early Release Day - students released at 12:55
  • 10/9 - Teacher Workday -no students at school, just staff
  • 10/10 - Youth Day Parade - 9a.m. starts @ Mimosa Blvd
  • 10/12 - Student/Teacher Holiday - no students or staff at school
  • 10/14 - Volleyball home game vs. Crabapple @ 5p - gym
  • 10/15- Community Meeting at Elkins Pointe @ 9:30
  • 10/15 - Fine Arts Show Case - Gym @ 6:30
  • 10/16 - Volleyball home game vs. Autrey Mill @ 5p - gym
  • 10/17 - Saturday School (9a-12p) @ EPMS cafeteria

Sincerely,

Kindra L. Smith
  
Kindra L. Smith, Ed.S
Principal
Elkins Pointe Middle
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