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D E C E M

B E R 2 0 1 5

N E W S L E T T E R

Erie Middle School, Pre AP Focus School

Todd Bissell, Principal

Dr. Rachel Heide, Assistant Principal

Erie Middle School Tiger Community,

Congratulations to Dr. Rachel Heide. Last week we found out that Dr. Heide won

the Colorado Assistant Principal of the Year award. This is a prestigious honor for her.She is the first AP in St. Vrain to be honored with this award. Thank you Dr. Heide forall you do for the Erie Middle School Community.

Erie Middle School Students and Staff accomplished many great things in

November. During our Renaissance assembly we recognized over 300 of our students

as making the Honor Roll (3.4-3.74 GPA) and High Honor Roll (3.75-4.0). This shows

the Erie Middle School staff has high expectations and the students are performing atthese high levels. Also recognized were the volleyball players, cross country runners,

and our student council members; another great showing here. It demonstrates that

our students are involved with extra-curricular activities and athletics. Everyone shouldbe proud of the level of participation and pride at Erie Middle School.

The band, orchestra and choir had fabulous concerts in November. The students

performed beautifully. Thanks to Mr. Tyler, Mrs. Crisman and Mrs. Martinez and thestudents for the great nights of entertainment. Other exciting news from our musicprogram; over 25% of the District Choir will be made up of EMS students.

Our boys basketball teams finished the regular season. Both teams improvedthroughout the year and represented EMS with pride. During the District tourney at

EMS on 11/14 the “A” team and the “B” team won both of their games. Thanks to

everyone who assisted in the operation of a smooth tourney. Congrats on a get season.You did a fabulous job representing EMS. Thanks to Mr. Rebbeck, Mr. Kurz, and Mr.Reed for coaching the boys.

Girls basketball is starting up. All girls are welcome, come and have fun learning

the sport of basketball. I look forward to supporting them at their games. Good luckwith your upcoming season.

Parents please visit our school Website. We have links to teacher pages,activities, events, etc. New to our Website is a link is a is our Facebook page. We will

be sharing daily information about Erie Middle School. If you have not visited this siteyet, please do sop.

On December 8th we will have a SAC (School Accountability Committee)

meeting at 6:30 pm in our Library. We are looking for parent representation from 6th,7th, and 8th grade. We will be discussing Achievement Data, School Goals, and providea discipline update. If you are interested please plan on attending.

Todd Bissell

EMS Principal

Springboard Pre-AP



WINTER BREAK

MONDAY, DECEMBER 21ST

THROUGH

FRIDAY, JANUARY 1ST

SEE YOU IN 2016!

SOUL SISTERS

PRESENTS:

HOLIDAY MOVIE

THE SANTA CLAUSE

WEDNESDAY, 12/9

3:15-5:00 PM

GIRLS BASKETBALL

GAME

VS.

IMAGINE CHARTER

SCHOOL

WEDNESDAY DECEMBER

16TH

3:30 PM

AT IMAGINE CHARTER

UPCOMING

North Regional Brain Bowl Competition

Saturday, January 9th

Standley Lake High School



During the week of December 7th through December 11th, the

NJHS will be running a ead for Life (beadforlife.org) sale,

benefiting low income women in Uganda, as well as our local

Erie Uplink organization. Erie Uplink helps Erie families and

individuals in need.

ead for Life

offers colorful, hand-made

jewelry for sale. Stop by during any lunch throughout the week

of December 7th to the 11th to check out the deals on holiday

gifts

National Junior Honor Society will be selling

Candy Cane Grams starting Wednesday,

December 7th-December 11th. Send your

friends, teachers, and staff members a candy

cane to say you appreciate them for $0.75

cents a candy cane, or buy 5 for only twodollars! All proceeds will go to Operation Santa,

who helps the Erie community provide holiday

gifts to families in need.

http://beadforlife.org/

http://beadforlife.org/



Elective Team Solo Award

The Elective Team recognizes Bridget Germany as our 6th grade Solo Award

winner for a wide variety of reasons. Bridget is an absolute "go getter" in her

Spanish class, putting forth her best effort every single day. Bridget is focused,

she is on task, and she always asks great questions. These are the true signs of

an excellent student. Way to ROAR, Bridget!

The 7th grade Solo award goes to Ty Staples. Ty is the kind of student who leads

by example coming to class prepared, asking questions, and making great

connections in Spanish class. Ty is always willing to help others, including her

teachers showing respect at all times. Way to go, Ty!

The 8th grade Elective Team Solo Award goes to Skylar Tempel. Skylar is

creative, responsible and makes valuable contributions in her classes. She

maintains a positive attitude and has an awesome sense of humor. Skylar

works hard to demonstrate her learning, and engagement during class. Herwillingness to participate in group work, and share her ideas with others is

important to the work students are asked to complete in the classroom. Great

job, Skylar!!! Thanks for your dedication as a student at EMS.

All elective students and students of the month will have their picture posted on

our Student of the Month bulletin board in the Main Office. They will also enjoy

a one topping large pizza on Friday December 18th at their designated lunch

times. Students please stop by the Main Office to let us know what kind of pizza

you would like.



Each month, our administration would like to spotlight our

hardworking teachers and honor their accomplishments!

Traci Jensen exhibits, daily, high levels of passion and commitment to the

profession of educating students. Not only does Traci consistently work towards

improving her own pedagogy such as being involved in a book study with the

high school, but she also is commied to building the capacity of her peersthrough sharing her knowledge and expertise. Traci demonstrates a high level of

integrity and caring in her professional practice and her approach with

students. We are fortunate to have Traci as a member of our sta at EMS! You

are truly an asset to our school and community, Traci.

Abby Martinez is commied to excellence in her teaching. She oers students

before and after school times to work with students to enhance their musical

performance. This is evidenced in the Tiger Lily and Man Choirs. This has had a

profound eect on the lives of our students. Mrs. Martinez has consistently

prepared her students for District and All-State Choirs. Currently 25% of the

District Choir is made up of EMS students. Mrs. Martinez has accepted the role

as a Director of the All-State Choir in which we will have 14 student

representatives to All-State Choir. The students use iPad Technology for

rehearsals as well as recordings. When students, parents and sta members see

Mrs. Martinez she is positive and always professional. Mrs. Martinez, thanks for

all you do to make EMS outstanding.



Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

30

Lego League

Competition 3:00-4:00 PM

Girls Basketball 3:15-4:30 pm

Lego Bricks Club

3:00-4:00 PM

Sign Language Club

3:00-4:00 pm

1

Academic Assistance

3:00-4:00 PM

Chess Club

3 :10-4:00 pm

Tiger Who Code

3:00-5:00 PM

Girls Basketball

3:15-4:30 PM

Brain Bowl 3:05-3:45 pm

2

LATE START

10:30 AM


Student Council

3:00-3:45 PM

3

Game Club

3:15-4:30 PM

Academic Assistance

3:00-4:00 PM

Math Counts 3:15-4:15 PM

Girls Basketball

3:15-4:30 pm

Tiger Lily Choir 3:15-3:45 pm

4

Art Club

3:15-4:30 PM

Girls Basketball 3:15-4:30 PM

Erie MS Choir and Band

performing at Erie Country

Christmas

5:00-8:00 pm

7

Lego League

Competition

3:00-4:00 PM


Lego Bricks Club

3:00-4:00 PM

Sign Language Club

3:00-4:00 PM

8

Tigers Who Code

3:00-5:00 PM

Academic Assistance

3:00-4:00 PM

Chess Club

3:10-4:00 PM



BEADS FOR LIFE SALE

CANDYGRAMS

9

Good Movie

Better Book Club

3:15-4:30 PM

Student Council

3:00-3:45 PM

Girls Basketball

3:15-4:30 pm

Soul Sisters

Holiday Movie

3:15-5:00 PM

Cafetorium

ALL WEEK

ALL WEEK

10Academic Assistance

3:00-4:00 PM

Game Club

3:15-4:30 PM

Math Counts 3:15 PM

NJHS

3:00-3:45 PM

Boys Basketball 3:15-4:30 PM

Tiger Lily Choir

3:15-3:45 pm

11

Art Club

3:15-4:30 PM


14

Lego Bricks Club

3:00-4:00 PM

Lego League

Competition

3:00-4:00 PM

Sign Language Club

3:00-4:00 PM

PTO Meeting

6:30

EMS LIBRARY


15

Tigers Who Code

3:00-5:00 PM

Academic Assistance

3:00-4:00 PM

Chess Club

3:10-4:00 PM


Girls Basketball

3:15-4:30 PM

16

Girls Basketball Game

At Imagine Charter

3:30 pm

Student Council 3:00-3:45 PM


17

Tiger Lily Choir 3:15-3:45 PM

Academic Assistance

3:00-4:00 PM

Game Club

3:15-4:30 PM

Math Counts 3:15 PM


18

Art Club3:15-4:30 PM




The holidays can be fun, but they can also be a time of high stress.Stress is the body’s natural response to a demand. Everyone experiences stress because

there are big and small demands made on us at all times.

Stress affects the way people think, feel, and behave. An individual under stress can

become angry, sad, fearful, or behave in a way inappropriate to the situation.

Stress can become a problem when it gets in the way of success in school or work andmakes it harder to enjoy relationships and free time. Stress that causes strong feelings

or anger, anxiety, depression, or lack of control may be serious stress.

Signs of Distress:

Worries a lot or is worried about a large number of things

Is depressed or sad

Enjoys very few activities

Sheds tears inappropriately or over many things

Is irritable and grumpy

Complains of aches and pains

Is quiet and withdrawn from others

Is forgetful about important things

Strategies for Talking to Your Child About Stress:

Be a good listener

Accept your child’s feelings

Don’t dismiss or minimize your child’s experiences

Don’t be judgmental

Teach your child various ways of coping with stress

Reassure your child about their ability to cope with stress

If you are concerned that your child is distressed talk directly with their school counselor,

family doctor, or mental health professional.

Heather Solar Genaro Villareal

[email protected] [email protected]

From the ounseling Office

mailto:[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]



www.jostens.com



FROM OUR HEALTH CLERKS

THANK YOU FOR TURNING IN UPDATED IMMUNIZATION FORMS! We are in the

process of inputting updated information in Infinite Campus.

Hydration: It is important to be drinking plenty of water throughout the winter

season. Some headaches and stomach aches can be alleviated with staying hydrated.

We encourage your student to bring a bottle of water each day. There are water bottle

filling stations at several drinking fountains throughout the building.

Vision and Hearing screening: Looking ahead to the new year - On Monday,

January 25, 2015 we will be screening all 7th graders, new to district students and a

handful of other students. If your student wears contacts or glasses, please make sure

they wear them on Monday, January 25. Also, if you are interested in volunteering to

help with the screening, please email Nicole Meadows or Felicia Sanchez – see below

for email addresses. We will need volunteers from 7:45 – 12:30.

Cold and flu season: If your student is feeling under the weather and their

temperature is over 100.0 degrees, please keep them home. If a student has a

temperature over 100.0 degrees at school, we will call to have someone come pick

them up. Please keep them home until they are fever free for 24 hours without

medication.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Thank you,

Nicole Meadows and Felicia Sanchez

Health Clerks

303-828-3391 - Main line

[email protected]

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