November 13, 2023
Happening this week:
Nov. 11th:
Wrestling @ Cherokee Bluff @ 9 am
Nov. 14th- 15th:
Scoliosis Screening
Wrestling @ Franklin County 5:30
Nov. 16th:
Robotics Meeting 3:15 - 4:30
Nov. 17th:
Club Day
Swim Meet @ Habersham
Nov. 18th:
Wrestling @ Clark Central
Nov. 19th:
Cross Country end of season party
A Message from the Principal
As we begin another week here at EJMS, I would like us to take a moment to reflect on the significance of this month and give thanks to the brave men and women who have served and continue to serve our country. With Veterans Day this past weekend, let us honor and thank our veterans for their selfless dedication, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to preserving our freedoms. Their contributions are an inspiration to us all, and we are profoundly thankful for their service.
Inside EJMS, our students have been making progress both academically and socially. As we enter the upcoming week leading towards a week of break, I want to encourage our students to stay focused and maintain their dedication to their studies. This crucial time before the break offers opportunities for students to demonstrate mastery of learning and continue to grow. Socially students have shown they are capable of handling situations as they arise, and are working to hold each other accountable to appropriate standards of behavior.
I also want to take a moment to express our appreciation for the support we receive from our amazing community. Your commitment to the success of our students is evident in every aspect of our school life. A special thank you to our dedicated PTO for their tireless efforts in enhancing the educational experience for our students and staff. Your involvement and generosity play a vital role in creating a positive and thriving learning environment.
I hope you all have a wonderful week, and thank you again for your ongoing support.
Sincerely,
Johnathan Harris
Happy National School Psychologist Week! We appreciate our dedicated school psychologist, Dr. Kristin Mobbs!
The Nicholson Public Library's November calendar!
Buy Your Yearbook
Important Reminder
Bus Routes
Bus routes are now available by visiting this link.
EJCHS's Blue Pride Podcast
The BluePride Podcast is back! Be sure to check out the latest podcast featuring EJCHS student-athletes. Click Here to listen!
Here Comes the Bus
Chorus Newsletter
School Clinic Information
The Jackson County School System will no longer be offering over-the-counter medications to students.
Medications including Ibuprofen, Tylenol, Pepto Bismol, Tums, and Benadryl will no longer be offered.
If your student(s) will require these medications during school hours, the medication must be brought to the school and registered into the clinic by a parent/guardian.
No medications should be kept in a student’s possession while at school without a physician’s approval and note
If your child is out sick, please remember to turn in doctor/parent notes to the front office.
Click here to see the JCSS Attendance Policy for more information.
If you choose not to have your students screened, a 4400 form must be completed either by a physician or by a guardian using the opt-out portion of the form, and it must be returned to the school prior to October 31st.
Click here to access the 4400 Form.
Canvas Information
Parents have access to Canvas Parent Observer accounts. These accounts will allow you to see an overview of what your child is learning and have access to a "Parent Resource" hub. This hub will have information specific to your child's teacher. You will find information about the teacher, contact information, a daily schedule, grade level standards, etc.
If you have an Infinite Campus parent portal account, you already have an account created! Please see the attached picture for your username and password.
Helpful Resources
Infinite Campus Parent Portal link
Infinite Campus Instructional Guide
Canvas Observer Link
Canvas Informational Guide
Breakfast Menu
Lunch Menu
Meal Payment link:
Click here to pay for school meals.
Meal Costs:
Breakfast costs $1.55
Lunch costs $2.60
EJMS Soccer Tryouts
Players MUST have a physical uploaded to RankOne.
Forms and instructions link: https://ejhsathletics.jacksonschoolsga.org/physicals
(See Coach Griswold for a hard copy)
Please fill out the Google Form linked below if you are interested in trying out for soccer. https://bit.ly/2324ejmssoccer
Girls Basketball Fundraiser
We are the East Jackson Middle Lady Eagles Basketball team. We are excited to get this season started and are PUMPED about the future of this program! Thank you so much for visiting our fundraiser! This year's fundraiser is more important than ever and with your help, we can reach our goals of updating our team uniforms and equipment and providing lasting memories from our season with fun events to promote team bonding!
Costs are growing and it takes community support to accomplish what we want to do this year as a team, but with your help, we can have our best year ever! Every donation makes a difference so thank you for donating and sharing this page with others as well as on social media!
We are so grateful for your support and generosity!
-East Jackson Middle Lady Eagles
New sideline chairs!
EJMS boys basketball started off the season with a win!
Follow the East Jackson Middle FFA Facebook page!
If you have any questions about FFA, email Mr. Youngblood at jyoungblood@jcss.us.
Ms. Heard
Sidney Crouch
Join us on November 29th for our chapter meeting directly afterschool! Please check your email for the sign up!
Interested in becoming a supporter of our amazing students? See the opportunity above to meet our outstanding alumni and celebrate the Holidays all while supporting the FFA chapters in Jackson County.
Stay Connected
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Instagram: @ejms_official