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Echo Trail Middle School Weekly Newsletter
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Welcome!
Welcome!
May 12, 2025
Hello Wolf Pack Families!
This past weekend was Mother’s Day and we want to wish a happy one to all our Wolf Pack parents and guardians who serve in that role for our students!
This week, our students will be voting on our Team Names for next year during lunch. Thank you to our Student Council members for providing us with our options: Team Loyalty, Team Dedication, Team Curiosity, Team Integrity, and Team Resilience. Team names will be announced on Friday.
This week will start our end of the year activities for students:
Our Spring Arts Night will be this Thursday, May 15th. Come check out all our students have been working on in a variety of ways including: Art Showcase, Wonka Kids Drama Production, Band Concert, Modern Music Concert, and Choir Concert.
We have 10 days to finish the school year strong -- our 2nd year as a school! We have been emphasizing the importance of continuing to do the little things and following our GREAT Pillars of Success with our students. One area we want to stay consistent in is following our Uniform Policy. We appreciate your support and look forward to making each day count as a Wolf Pack!
Save the Date(s) and Other Important Information:
Echo Trail Family Calendar : This is a living document that will be updated as needed. We wanted to give you a snapshot of what to expect each month.
Uniform Written Policy and Uniform Slide Deck (visuals) :
Please be mindful of skirt length
Full-zip jackets are to be removed for the day
Uniform Approved hoodies can only be worn on Friday
#ExpectgreaTness
Dr. Ammerman, Principal
Twitter: @KaraJo_Ammerman
Counselor's Corner
Counselor's Corner
Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental Health Awareness Month
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Mental health matters—this month and every month. The reality is that many people around us are struggling, and they deserve care, understanding, and support. Mental health challenges don’t define a person; they are simply part of the human experience. By having open, compassionate conversations, we can break the stigma and create a culture of support.
Let’s stand together to ensure no one has to struggle alone. If you or someone you know needs help, Care Solace is here for you. This complimentary and confidential mental health care coordination service, provided by Jefferson County Public Schools, can help connect you with a provider quickly and easily:
📞 Call 888-515-0595 for multilingual support, available 24/7/365.
🌐 Visit www.caresolace.com/jcps to search for a provider or click “Book Appointment” for personalized assistance via video chat, email, or phone.
You are not alone. Help is always available—don’t hesitate to reach out.
SPANISH
Mayo es el Mes de la Concienciación sobre la Salud Mental. La salud mental importa, este mes y todos los meses. La realidad es que muchas personas a nuestro alrededor están luchando, y merecen atención, comprensión y apoyo. Los problemas de salud mental no definen a una persona; simplemente forman parte de la experiencia humana. Si mantenemos conversaciones abiertas y compasivas, podemos acabar con el estigma y crear una cultura de apoyo.
Unámonos para que nadie tenga que luchar solo. Si tú o alguien que conoces necesita ayuda, Care Solace está aquí para ti. Este servicio gratuito y confidencial de coordinación de cuidados de salud mental, proporcionado por Jefferson County Public Schools, puede ayudarte a ponerte en contacto con un proveedor de forma rápida y sencilla:
📞 Llama al 888-515-0595 para recibir asistencia multilingüe, disponible 24 horas al día, 7 días a la semana, 365 días al año.
🌐 Visita www.caresolace.com/jcps para buscar un proveedor o haz clic en "Reservar cita" para obtener asistencia personalizada por videochat, correo electrónico o teléfono.
No estás solo. Siempre hay ayuda disponible; no dudes en pedirla.
2025 - 2026 Math Placement Assessments
2025 - 2026 Math Placement Assessments
The Math Department will conduct a math placement test for students on May 14th. Please refer to the letters below for more information regarding the math placement assessment for 6th and 7th grades.
HERO INCENTIVES
HERO INCENTIVES
What is HERO?
HERO is our platform to recognize and reward students for positive actions and behaviors. Students are able to earn points throughout the week for demonstrating the G.R.E.A.T. Pillars of Success.
G - Growth Mindset
R - Ready and Responsible
E - Enthusiastic Attitude
A - Actively Participate
T - Treat yourself and others with kindness
Lanyards: Each student received an Echo Trail Lanyard with their school ID. Expectation is students MUST have their school ID and lanyard with them each day in order to earn points. IDs are used to award points and scan for lunch numbers. In the event, students will need to replace their lanyard, ID and/or plastic ID holder, they can redeem points to do so.
Celebrations: HERO recognitions will take place weekly, monthly and quarterly to celebrate our top HERO earners and staff members who reward points.
HERO Student and Teacher Leaders
HERO Student and Teacher Leaders
Check out our HERO point leaders for last week!
Counseling Request Form
Counseling Request Form
If your student has an academic question or social-emotional need, you can reach our counselors or Mental Health Practitioner by filling out the Counselor Google Form.
6th Grade - Ms. Thomas/Ms. Wales
7th Grade - Mr. Rul-lan/Ms. Wales
Mental Health Practitioner (MHP) - Mrs. Sanders
EXPLORE
EXPLORE
👀 Check out what's Happening in Explore this week...
👀 Check out what's Happening in Explore this week...
6th Grade
6th Grade
All 6th Grade Students will start the process of selecting their Explore Pathway. The Explore Pathway is a two year commitment and will consist of a year-long course in each of their 7th and 8th grade years. It is important that students select their pathway based on interest and not on friends or teachers. Schedule changes will not be possible once the selections happen. We have been talking with students about this but wanted to also make sure we communicated with families as we begin this process. Thank you for your partnership in supporting your students in making the best decision for them!
Each Student will Defend their Pathway Choice over the next 3 weeks. During this time students will be working hard to explain, defend and reflect on which pathway is right for them. The Pathway Defense will require a Parent/Guardian Signature as part of the requirement. The Pathway Defense is part of the End of Year Contract as well. Students are NOT guaranteed their 1st Choice.
7th Grade
7th Grade
Business & Communication -TShirt Design, Cricut Introduction
Consumer Science - Designing Menus
Engineering & Design - Automaton Creations, TinkerCAD Design 3D Pieces, Makerbot 3D Printing
🎉 7th Grade Showcase Students 🎉
🎉 7th Grade Showcase Students 🎉
These 7th grade Students were selected to Showcase their Pathways for 6th Graders to gather more information about what 7th grade will be like for each pathway
Business & Communications
Nia Haile, Gavin Howard, Griffin McClesky, Ava Nagelkirk, Karsen Taylor, Elizabeth Newton
Consumer Science
Ashrita Vaddicharla, Shyanne Reed, Kayla Gloeckler, Will Turner
Engineering & Design
Beckett Petkovic, Ashka Patel, Siddharth Tarigopula, Matthew Stearns, Bailey Taylor
Important Information & Upcoming Events
Important Information & Upcoming Events
Book Fair
Book Fair
Our very last Book Fair of the year will be starting May 15th during the Spring Arts Fest. More information will be coming home with students soon so stay tuned!
Main Event Fundraiser Cancelled
Main Event Fundraiser Cancelled
Due to several rescheduled events, our Main Event night has been cancelled.
Spring Arts Fest, May 15th
Spring Arts Fest, May 15th
Be sure to join us for a wonderful evening of the Arts!
Our extremely talented kids will be on full display starting at 4:30pm. Be sure to check out the schedule, enjoy live movie, theater, visual art and delicious food!
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO READ PARKING LOGISTICS AND ARRIVAL INFORMATION!
See you there!
FCA Donut Party
FCA Donut Party
Our Echo Trail FCA has two huddle sessions remaining. We would like to celebrate the end of a great year by providing students with donuts at the final meeting on Wednesday, May 21.
HSU Gala - Ole: Alma y Fuego
HSU Gala - Ole: Alma y Fuego
GET YOUR TICKETS NOW | Join us for an unforgettable evening honoring our incredible Hispanic students! This special gala on May 29 will feature music, dancing, delicious food, and a night filled with celebration and pride. Don't miss this night of joy, culture, and community! Get your tickets before they sell out!
Summer Sports Camps
Summer Sports Camps
Be sure to check out all the Summer Sports Camp information down below in our Athletics section. Local high schools and organizations are providing skill camps for Basketball, Football, Dance, Volleyball, Baseball, Running, Baseball and more!
Celebrations
Celebrations
Weekly Student Spotlight
Weekly Student Spotlight
Congratulations on demonstrating what it means to be G.R.E.A.T. at Echo Trail!
Week of May 5 - May 9
Weekly Student Spotlight
Weekly Student Spotlight
Congratulations on demonstrating what it means to be G.R.E.A.T. at Echo Trail!
Week of May 12 - May 16
Bowling Awards
Bowling Awards
Congratulations to our highest bowlers for this season!
Echo Trail on Facebook
Echo Trail on Facebook
Follow Echo Trail Middle on Facebook for updates and celebrations!
Echo Trail on X
Echo Trail on X
Follow Echo Trail Middle on X for updates and celebrations!
Echo Trail PTSA
Echo Trail PTSA
Volunteers Needed for the Bookstore
Volunteers Needed for the Bookstore
The PTSA is in need of a few good volunteers to help out with the Bookstore next year. Please email echotrailptsa@gmail.com if interested!
Meet your 2025-26 PTSA Board, as voted in at our general board meeting on Friday, April 11.
You will notice we are still looking for a Chair or Co-Chairs for our Bookstore, Nature Walk, and Spring Festival. If you've ever thought about getting involved in your child's school, the PTSA is a fun and supportive way to make a difference and get to know admin and other parents! We hope you'll consider joining us!
Email Melissa at mroe76@yahoo.com for more info.
Class Act Heroes of Education
Class Act Heroes of Education
Please vote for Echo Trail Middle School on the Class Act link! Last year we earned $3500 and this year we are already up to $2000!!
Visit heroesofeducation.org/schools/echo-trail-middle-school and make an impact on our school!
Echo Trail Clubs
Echo Trail Clubs
New to Clubs?
New to Clubs?
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to the Club sponsor for your students club. You can visit our Club Page here to view current sponsors.
Sponsors will be communicating through Google Classrooms and/or announcements on any club related updates. We also will display our Club calendar weekly to students on our scrolling TV's.
-Mr. Stivers, Clubs Coordinator, joseph.stivers@jefferson.kyschools.us
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Meetings occur every Wednesday from 7:00-7:20am outside the Library on the social stairs. Although this is a before school club, parents are to drop off their student as normal by the gym entrance beginning at 7am. This means if your student is carpool, please drive through the single lane as normal and do not divide into two lanes or drop off early. Please be mindful of our morning staff as they are making sure all students are dropped off safely.
If you have questions, you can email Mr. Stivers at joseph.stivers@jefferson.kyschools.us
Modern Music Updates
Modern Music Updates
Modern Music's website keeps you updated with the latest information and celebrations!
Willy Wonka Kids Updates
Willy Wonka Kids Updates
Check in with the Drama Club website for updates on the rehearsal schedule and more.
Wolf Pack Athletics
Wolf Pack Athletics
Athletic Forms
Athletic Forms
Your student athlete will not be able to participate in any activity (including practices) until they have completed the Echo Trail Athletics Physical Packet (ignore the school year -- it's still the same packet as last year). This includes the WHOLE packet. Use the cover sheet as a checklist to complete all required forms in order for your student athlete to be eligible to start their desired activity.
Thanks for your attention to this! We Expect greaT things from this Wolf Pack!
Kyle Carden, Athletic Director | kyle.carden@jefferson.kyschools.us
Twitter: @ETMS_WolfPack
Cheerleading Tryouts
Cheerleading Tryouts
June 2-3, 9-11am
Click here or the image below to register.
Contact Jordyn Steadman, jordynhawes@gmail.com, for questions and details.
Athletic Schedule: 5/12 - 5/17
Athletic Schedule: 5/12 - 5/17
Mon 5/12
4:30pm JCPS Track Meet @ Norton Complex
Tues 5/13
5:35pm Girls FFB Tournamnet Game @ Seneca
*If we Win, play again right after at 6:25pm
5:00pm Boys VB vs Newburg @ Kammerer
6:00pm JV BSB vs DuBois Tournamnet Game @ Fern Creek
5:50pm D3 6th grade BSB tournament @ Crosby Field 4
Wed 5/14
5:30pm Girls VB Tournament @ Barret
*Win Game 1, Finals to be played at 7:30pm
Thur 5/15
4:45pm Boys FFB Tournament vs Stuart @ Seneca (Field 2)
Mon 5/19
JCPS City Championship Track Meet @ Norton Complex
Weekly Review
Congratulations to our Spring season athletes. We have had some firsts and other impressive notables including:
First softball wins and playoff appearance
Girls soccer competed in their first season and look to continue their season with a playoff push
Boys soccer competed in both JV and Varsity levels
Archery qualified and competed in the 3D Eastern National tournament
Still to Come:
Boys and 6th grade girls Volleyball head into their post season as top seeds and looking to make it to the end. 6th grade girls look to repeat their championship run from last spring to go back-to-back.
Track and Field have had top three finishes throughout the season and look to finish their season strong this week and at next week's championships.
Boys and Girls flag football both look to the playoffs and to go on a post season run this week.
6th grade and JV baseball teams head into playoffs this week, with our JV team finishing the regular season undefeated and claiming the #1 seed in their tournament.
Summer Opportunities
Check out Summer Camp Opportunities at Eastern HS
Check out Summer Camp Opportunities at Eastern HS
Eastern High School will be hosting different athletic summer camps throughout the summer. Please see the flier provided and take a look at the link provided for more information.
EASTERN HS SUMMER CAMP INFORMATION
Announcements
Spring Sports Information
Spring Sports Information
Coaches & Contacts
Coaches & Contacts
Baseball
Contact: austin.dukes@jefferson.kyschools.us
Head Coaches: Austin Dukes and Jonathan Moore
Softball
Contact: laceyncrawford44@gmail.com
Head Coach: Lacey Crawford
6th Grade Girls Volleyball
Contact: rachael.johnson@jefferson.kyschools.us
Head Coach: Rachael Johnston
Boys Volleyball
Contact: adrobe33@gmail.com
Coach - Aaron Roberson
Boys Soccer (JV/V)
Contacts: kylefertig@bellsouth.net or coachclhbanker@gmail.com
Head Coach: Kyle Fertig
JV Head Coach: Jason Shearn
Girls Soccer
Contacts: tgrau2809@yahoo.com
Head Coach: Tal Grau
Girls Lacrosse
Contact: cassidyyclarkk22@gmail.com
Head Coach: Cassidy Clark
Track & Field
Contact: william.jacoby@jefferson.kyschools.us
Head Coach: Wil Jacoby
Flag Football Boys & Girls
Contact: dexter.bowden@jefferson.kyschools.us
Head Coach: Dex Bowden
Boys Lacrosse
Coach Tank: vernon.williams@jefferson.kyschools.us
Contact: don.parr@jefferson.kyschools.us
Repeat Information
Repeat Information
Update School Calendar
Update School Calendar
Jefferson County Public Schools students will have one day added to the 2024-25 academic calendar after the district's board voted to extend the school year, due to the series of cancellations caused by severe weather in January. The new last day of school will now be Friday, May 23, just ahead of Memorial Day weekend.
Absent Notes
Absent Notes
Please send absence notes to echotrailmiddle_reginfo@jefferson.kyschools.us.
Breakfast & Lunch Menu
Breakfast & Lunch Menu
Below is the snapshot of this week's menu. You can always see the menu for any school and any day of the school year on the JCPS Nutrislice website. Below is the Echo Trail menu.
--> Echo Trail Menus | Nutrislice
Immunization Forms
Immunization Forms
If you have updated immunization forms, please send those to the nurse's office. You may email them to the school at echotrailmiddle_reginfo@jefferson.kyschools.us, text or fax them to 502-485-8398.
Volunteer This School Year!
Volunteer This School Year!
We'd love to have you participate in field trips and other volunteer opportunities. Head to the JCPS Volunteer page (Get Involved) and click Volunteer Talent Center to fill out a background check form. Background checks are kept on file with the district and are good for 5 years.
Weekly Newsletter
Weekly Newsletter
Our newsletter is sent out every Monday morning. Previous newsletters can be found on the top left side menu bar.
Errors? Omissions? If something is missing or needs to be corrected, please email Michael Etter, michael.etter@jefferson.kyschools.us.
JCPS Equal Opportunity Policies
JCPS Equal Opportunity Policies
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