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EVERGREEN EAGLE EXPRESS
Week of March 27, 2016 - Issue 32
EVERGREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL ǀ 6900 208TH Ave. NE, Redmond, WA 98053 ǀ 425-936-2320
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ADMINISTRATIVE MESSAGE
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Hello Evergreen Families -
We have officially started spring and are starting to enjoy beautiful spring weather. As we move into 4th quarter, we begin the planning process for our SBA (Smarter Balanced Assessment) state testing. Students in grades 3-8 are assessed in English Language Arts (ELA) and math. Students in grades 5 and 8 are also assessed in science using the Measurement of Student Progress (MSP). Results from the assessments provide meaningful feedback and data that teachers and other educators can use to help students succeed. In addition, the results provide data to help evaluate school-level and district-wide instructional strategies, initiatives and other programs.
Students in LWSD will begin testing at the end of March. Each school has a different testing schedule: students at Evergreen will be tested on the following dates:
May 10, 11, 12, 13- ELA (All grades)
May 24, 25, 26th- Math (All grades)
June 2- 8th grade Science MSP
Learn more about the state assessments on the district website.
We highly encourage students to be present during the scheduled assessment times. If you have a planned absence during the testing window, please let Katy Rudolph and Alicia Melton know as soon as possible. If you have questions about this year's state assessments, please contact Katy Rudolph.
I have thoroughly enjoyed getting to know your students this year. It is hard to believe we have only one week until spring break. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to email me at krudolph@lwsd.org.
Katy Rudolph
Associate Principal
Evergreen Middle School
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Traffic Update
We have met with Facilities and are working on solutions to improve the traffic flow in our parking lot. Work will be completed over Spring Break to add a second traffic lane in the existing parking lot. The current "No Parking" striping will be extended on the left side of the parking lot and the curve will be softened to improve the traffic flow. This will allow two lanes of traffic: cars can pull down the right side and go straight or go down the left side at the Y, thus allowing more cars to pull forward faster and drop off/pick up their student in an efficient manner. The "No Parking" designation will be in effect during the peak drop off and pick up times only; parents can still park there during the day and for evening events.
We are grateful to the Facilities department for brainstorming solutions with us and for completing the work this school year. We look forward to improved traffic flow in the EMS parking lot after Spring Break.
Please let us know if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Principal
Evergreen Middle School
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IMPORTANT DATES
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Tues., 3/29 - Ixtapa PTSA Fundraiser; 11am-9:30pm @ Redmond Ridge Marketplace
Fri., 4/1 - The Incredibles Movie; 2:30-4:45pm @ EMS
Mon., 4/4-Fri., 4/8 - NO SCHOOL: Spring Break
Thurs., 4/14 - EMS PTSA General Membership Meeting; 9:30am @ EMS
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SCHOOL NEWS
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FREE AFTER SCHOOL MOVIE!
THE INCREDIBLES!! (rated PG) *revised*
Hello Evergreen Community,
We at EMS take our role in your children's lives very seriously. We work hard to make sure that communication between staff and students, and the messages that your children receive from EMS as a whole, are positive, wholesome, and encouraging. Upon closer viewing of the movie, The Goonies, I feel that some of the subject matter and language in the film is not appropriate for our students and does not align with our goals as a school. Although it is listed in many places as a "family movie", I do not feel it should be shown at EMS. For this reason, The Goonies will not be shown at our After School Movie event on Friday, April 1st. Instead, the film shown will be The Incredibles.
The After School Movie will still take place on Friday, April 1st from 2:30-4:45pm. This is a free event and students will still need permission slips in order to attend. Permission slips will be handed out in Homeroom classes on Monday, March 28th. Permission slips need to be turned in to the basket on Ms. Nilsen's desk by Thursday, March 31st. Students will receive wristbands during lunch on Friday to stay for the movie that day. Concessions will be available for purchase.
We are still in great need of chaperones and help with concessions! If you are available to help, we need you! Sign up here:
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Thank you,
Trish Miller
EMS Activities Coordinator/ASB Advisor/Leadership Teacher
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EVERGREEN ATHLETICS
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SPORTS CLUB 3 (INTRAMURALS) *updated*
March 28 - April 15
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**3rd season intramurals has been canceled.** Unfortunately we did not get enough participants in order to hold the sport.
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4TH SEASON SPORTS
April 18 - June 3
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BASKETBALL
6th Grade Boys
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VOLLEYBALL
6th Grade Girls
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4th season sports run April 18th - June 3rd. To be eligible for the first practice, which is Monday April 18th, students must be cleared by Thursday April 14th. Paperwork and registration will not be accepted after Wednesday, April 20th.
*Important note: Even if a student has played a sport earlier this school year, they still need to check in with Ms. Nilsen and let her know they intend on participating in 4th season sports. Doing this allows Ms. Nilsen to compile an accurate roster for coaches.
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PTSA
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IXTAPA FUNDRAISER - SAVE THE DATE!
Join us Tuesday, March 29th for our last PTSA fundraising event of the year!
Head to Ixtapa (Redmond Ridge location) anytime between 11am and 9:30pm and enjoy lunch or dinner while supporting our school!
**YOU MUST PRINT AND BRING THE ATTACHED FLYER WITH YOU **
Present it to your server when you arrive and Evergreen will receive 15% of your purchase! Hope to see everyone there!!
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EXTRACURRICULAR
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YOUNG WOMEN EMPOWERED:
CAREER DAY 2016 *new*
Sat., April 16; 10:30am-5pm @ Mobius Hall UW Bothell/Cascadia College
This free event is for girls and women in middle school, high school, college and beyond. Career Day features high-profile keynote speakers, interactive workshops and career development activities that will help you set and meet goals for your future!
See the flyer or click on the link below to learn more and register.
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TEEN POETRY WRITING WORKSHOP
Grades 6-12; Tues., April 5, 2:30-4pm @ Redmond Library
Presented by Daemond Arrindell. Explore writing poetry with this talented poet, performer and teaching artist. No experience necessary.
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REDMOND HIGH SCHOOL CHEERLEADER TRYOUTS
It's that time of year.....RHS Cheer tryouts are scheduled for the week of April 11th-15th after school!
If your son or daughter is interested - there is a mandatory parent meeting Tuesday, March 29th at 6:00pm in the RHS Library- you will be given an overview of the cheer program and have the opportunity to get to ask any questions that you may have! At least one parent must attend. Tryout packets are available in the RHS Athletic Office. If you have any questions before the meeting, please reach out Coach Cyndi via email at jacampbell@lwsd.org.
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NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
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The Lake Washington School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, gender, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran, military status, sexual orientation, including gender expression or identity, the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability, or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Director of Human Resources
16250 NE 74th Street
Redmond, Washington, 98052
(425) 936-1266
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Evergreen Middle School PTSA
Eagle Express is published by parent volunteers of Evergreen Middle School.
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