Wolf Pack Weekly
Echo Trail Middle School Weekly Newsletter
Echo Trail Middle School Weekly Newsletter
August 11, 2025
Hello Wolf Pack Families!
First and foremost, I would like to extend a big THANK YOU to each of you that made our first two days successful. I truly appreciate your partnership in starting the school year on a positive and exciting note! It was absolutely awesome having all three grade levels in the building.
Starting Monday, August 11th, students will follow their schedule and go to all 6 of their teachers for the first 9 week grading period. Students will receive a green paper copy of their schedules during their 1st period.
New this year and by law, each day we will hold a moment of silence for 1 minute. During this time, students must stay silent. This is a time they can meditate, reflect, journal, etc. Our teachers will have guidance for any student unsure of what to do during this time, but it is not required. The only requirement is that everyone is silent.
Should your student need to see their grade level counselor or our Mental Health Practitioner, there are Counseling Request Forms in each grade level Den Area.
Friendly reminder: with it being our first full week back, remind your students to get into grEaT habits and routines with sleep schedules, keeping their backpack/folders organized, completing assignments, and sharing what is in their agendas with you. Students will be responsible for completing their agendas each class, every day.
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
We are required to have an Eligibility Benefits Form (EBF) filled out for every family at Echo Trail Middle School to maintain our FREE breakfast and lunch status. The link to complete online is below. IT IS IMPERATIVE that we receive a completed form from every family. Only one form per household needs to be completed if you include all family member's names. All students should be listed in the student section.
If you prefer to not list your income, check the box that says, "Not eligible". If you are eligible to have your school fees waived, you will be notified by JCPS.
Thank you for your attention to this matter, we appreciate your assistance.
Complete online at jcps.me/ebf
If you still need to pay your school fees, please do so now online at My School Bucks! Click the link below to review the School Fee Sheet. Price does include a 3.95% credit card processing fee.
You may also send fees by cash and checks with your student starting Monday 8/11.
If we can offer any assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to us 485-8398.
WELCOME TO THE ECHO TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL SPIRIT WEAR STORE!
The store will close Sunday, August 24 at 11:59pm. Items will be delivered to the school approximately 2-3 weeks after store closes.
NOTE: Joggers and shorts tend to run large, so please consider buying a size smaller than normal.
Please email joe@bestinshowbranded.com if you have any questions about ordering.
All BLUE items must be removed and passed around prior to walking through the weapons detection system. Staff will be at the pass around table to assist students.
Tables will be available for students and staff to use
Be patient while waiting
Walk through the system one person at a time, continue walking unless you are directed by a staff member to go to secondary screening.
There will be tables for students to place BLUE items back in their bags.
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.
Echo Trail Middle School Clubs – Sign Ups the Week of August 25th
We are excited to announce that Echo Trail Middle School Clubs will be introduced the week of August 25th during Team Time!
Clubs are a great way for students to get involved, explore their interests, and make new friends. Participating in clubs helps students feel connected to our school community, build relationships with peers and staff, and develop a strong sense of belonging. Whether your child is interested in academics, the arts, service, or hobbies, there’s something for everyone!
Sign-ups will be shared in the Wolf Pack Weekly via a Google Form. Only parents can sign up their student. We encourage all students to find a club (or two!) that excites them and join in the fun.
Club Coordinator - joseph.stivers@jefferson.kyschools.us
Tennis Announcement
Tennis is moving forward!!!
If you are interested in trying out for Echo Trail's first ever Tennis Team, please join us on Tuesday, August 12th at 5:30 PM in the Echo Trail Cafeteria. Coach Melissa Roe will be giving information about our upcoming tennis season. For more information, fill out the Google Form attached below. Your information will be shared with the coaches.
Fall Sports Sign Up - Be Sure to Select Tennis
Hi Echo Trail Parents!
Thank you to everyone who helped PTSA Stock the Pantry for the teachers and staff! Also another big thank you for joined our Give Back Nights at Jaggers on the first day of school! We really appreciate your support!
We would love for you to sign up for a PTSA Membership. All family members can join and if a student joins, they will get a free dress pass August 29th.
--> You can join the Echo Trail PTSA here!
We will need volunteers throughout the school year. Please fill out this form so we can have you on our volunteer email list.
Does your student have spirit wear or school uniforms that no longer fit? Or maybe apparel from a previous grade-level team that your student is no longer on? PTSA is partnering with the FRC to replenish clothing for students and families in need. You can bring donations to the front office or email PTSA to make other arrangements.
Any questions about PTSA, feel free to email echotrailptsa@gmail.com
Whenever you shop at Kroger and use your Kroger Card, you use can help Echo Trail!
Link Echo Trail Middle School PTSA to your Kroger Card and every time you scan your card, Kroger will give back 1% of all your purchases ETMS!
Click here to get started and search for “Echo Trail” in the organization search!
Errors? Omissions? If something is missing or needs to be corrected, please email Michael Etter, michael.etter@jefferson.kyschools.us.