aily Bulletin for Responsible Scholars, Th. 10.2.08
WELCOME TO ECKSTEIN
We are creating a Community of Lifelong Learners!
10.6 Band Parent Meeting - 7:30 pm - Room 118 Mr. E
10.13 First Parent PTSA meeting 7:00-8:00 pm at the Auditorium
Speaker: Dr. Leslie Walker, Chief of Adolescent Medicine at Children’s Hospital. Please try to attend.
10.14 Orchestra Parent Meeting -7:00 pm Room 117
10.23 Picture Re-Take
10.24 Spirit Assembly (more information later)
10.25 Sr. Vocal Jazz - Edmonds - Mr. E
NEWS FOR STUDENTS:
JV Soccer 2008 Schedule: Go to: JVGirlssoccer - Mr. Matthew Brewer
http://www.seattleschools.org/area/athletics/fall/middle/jvgirlssoccer.pdf <end>
Johns Hopkins Talent Search
Johns Hopkins University offers the opportunity for 6th, 7th and 8th graders to take the SAT and the ACT. If your student has scored at the 95th percentile or above on his/her most recent or next-most-recent nationally-normed test such as the ITBS, or at the highest level of the WASL (score of 4), he/she is eligible to take the tests. Students need to show only one acceptable total score or reasoning subtest score.
Talent search applications must be postmarked by October 1st for 7th and 8th graders to take the December ACT or SAT, and by November 20th for 7th and 8th graders to take the January and February tests. 6th grade applications must be postmarked by November 20th for the SCAT test.
Talent Search Applications are available in the main office and the Counseling Center. Financial aid is available to those families who qualify for free or reduced lunch. See your Counselor for a financial aid application.
Students: Eckstein students, you’re doing a great job selling magazines to raise money for the school’s ASB programs! Remember, there’s still time to earn some great prizes by turning in orders by the final order turn-in day NEXT WEDNESDAY (Oct 8). Any online or catalog orders turned in by homeroom next Wednesday will earn you bonus prizes like “Crack the Code” guesses, prize scramble, Limo Lunch, Starbucks gift card and more, PLUS you’ll earn cumulative prizes (the ones on the posters around the school) for the TOTAL number of orders or renewals you have for the entire sale.
Soccer, Soccer: Coming soon, you will be able to view on the District website the WHOLE 2008-09 Middle School Girls Soccer schedule. Mr. Kenyon
OST busses are now available: Questions about the after school program? Contact .Ms. Matt, OST Coordinator - eamatt@seattleschools.org
Eckstein Bands Event Schedule 2008-09 - Go to: http://ecksteineagles.org/sites/band/
Junior Jazz Rehearsals 2008-2009: Mr. Escobedo - cuescobedo@seattleschools.org
NEWS FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS:
Parents and Guardians: Your students are doing a great job selling magazines to raise money for Eckstein’s ASB programs, which include student activity days, sports teams, drama programs, student planners, yearbook, the game room and many other activities that benefit all Eckstein students. The final day to turn in orders is NEXT WEDNESDAY (Oct 8). Students who turn in catalog orders during homeroom next Wednesday or place online orders by Wednesday through www.QSP.com (Eckstein code: 425000450) will be eligible for the second round of bonus prizes. If you have any questions about the magazine sale, feel free to contact one of the sale co-chairs: LauraLeigh Young penneyyoung@comcast.net or Meera Narayanan meera@narayananfamily.com.
Free Lecture: Bias and Aggression in Adolescent Girls
Where: University Prep, 8000 25th Ave NE, Seattle, WA 98115
When: Monday, October 13th at 6:30 pm Social; 7:00 pm program
For more information call University Prep
LOST AND FOUND: Is your child missing something? Check our Lost and Found.
IS YOUR SAFEWAY CLUB CARD LINKED TO ECKSTEIN MIDDLE SCHOOL?
Did you know that Safeway donates money to Eckstein PTSA every time you shop at Safeway? Register your Safeway Club Card today at www.escrip.com. Eckstein ID is #8562086. Over $10,000 raised last year!
Save $$$$$ The “Chinook” Book, is available starting today. It has over 300 valuable discounts on organic food and dining, local arts and culture, green home and gardening, travel and recreation. As a user of this Book, you can save hundreds of dollars while exploring our community and support local, sustainable businesses. The cost is $20.00 The P.E. Department
PARENTS FYI: ECKSTEIN PTSA BOARD MEMBERS: If you have any questions, you could always contact your PTSA Board Members
Cheryl Klein - Co-president - caklein1@comcast.net
Siva Narayanan - Co-president
Karen Deyerle - Secretary & Legislative -kldinseattle@yahoo.com
Van Kantner - Treasurer & Membership
Bob Curley - ECKO Editor - curley@blarg.net
Jill Turville - Fundraising
Susan Colligan - Volunteer Coordinator
Alan Humphrey - BLT & Website
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Main Office 206-252-5010
Fax number 206-252-5011
ATTENDANCE OFFICE: 206-252-5014 - Call if your child is going to be absent or tardy
Transportation Office: 252-0900 - Call regarding transportation assignments
Safety Information: Students are not allowed to be dropped off or picked up in the parking area by the portables in the back of the school. Please tell your parents or guardians that they are not to enter the back area in the morning or afternoon. This is important for your safety, other students’ safety, and staff safety. If you would like to know an alternative location to be dropped off please ask your homeroom teacher. Thank you, Mr. Brewer and the Safety Team.
Tutoring opportunities at Eckstein Middle School! We’re looking for parents, grandparents, community members and high school students (who would like to earn community service hours) to work one-on-one or in an afternoon homework center with students who need a little extra assistance in math, language arts and study skills. Please contact the Out of School Time coordinator, Eileen Matt, eamatt@seattleschools.org for more information.
Spring 2008 WASL scores are now in the Source!!!!! How to view The WASL scores:
Parents/Guardians:: Tolog on to The Source click the Assessments icon. Click View WASL Scores (NOTE: If the student has not had DRA assessments, this step will be unnecessary) Use the drop-down to select a content area
Students:To logon to The Source click the Assessments link on the blue menu bar. Click View WASL Scores (NOTE: If the student has not had DRA assessments, this step will be unnecessary). Use the drop-down to select a content area Please email sourcesupport@seattleschools.org if you have questions. Tracy Wallschlaeger Source Team (206) 252-0298
Advanced Learning Nomination Packets are now available online, check out http://www.seattleschools.org/area/advlearning/forms.htm link to get the most up-to-date information/packet from the District. Applications for the 2009 2010 school year are due 10/08/08. For more information please call 206-252-0310.
Check out our new website: www.ecksteineagles.org
FYI: Only the door nearest to the corner of 30th and 75th next to the Main Office will be open after 8:00 am.
COMMUNITY NEWS (these items ARE NOT endorsed by the school or PTSA)
Community Activities: Do not forget to stop by and pick up the Fall/Winter Events 2008/2009 pamphlet through the Seattle Parks and Recreation or go to www.seattle.gov/parks.
Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday 7:00 to 3:30 pm
Get Up-to-Date Information on the Web at www.eckstein.seattleschools.org
For the 2008-09 School District Calendar visit www.seattleschools.org
Bulletin website www.ecksteineagles.org
Questions, Comments, Information: Please send me an e-mail irgarnica@seattleschools.org