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Echo Trail Middle School Weekly Newsletter
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March 2, 2026
Hello Wolf Pack Families!
We are now officially in the part of the school year that is the start of the “home stretch” to the finish line. 8th grade students are beginning to sign up for their Defense of Learning presentations; 7th graders will begin preparing for their Explore Showcases; and 6th graders will begin preparing for their defense of which Explore Pathway they would like for 7th and 8th grade.
In addition, our Spring MAP Math and Reading assessment is right around the corner as well as KSA State Testing.
Our staff is excited to see our students demonstrate everything they have learned and what we know they are capable of in the next three months. In order for this to be possible, we will continue to focus on the small things that have gotten us the success we have experienced this school year, and what I know we can accomplish the rest of this school year.
Thank you for your ongoing support and partnership.
We are ExciTed for another grEaT week together!
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
Technology Issues please click here for grade level work
#ExpectgreaTness
Dr. Ammerman, Principal
Twitter: @KaraJo_Ammerman
Important Information
& Upcoming Events
Important Information
& Upcoming Events
Spring Picture Day: Save the Date!
Spring Picture Day: Save the Date!
Put it on your calendar, Spring Picture Day is March 26th!
Only students that pre-ordered will be photographed. Link to pre-order and more details coming soon!
Wolves Got Talent!
Wolves Got Talent!
All are invited to attend Echo Trail's FIRST annual talent show on Thursday, March 19 at 6:00pm in the gym! See below for more information!
Counselor Corner
Counselor Corner
Attention Rising Freshman Heading to Eastern
Attention Rising Freshman Heading to Eastern
Eastern Freshman Academy Counselor, Jaime Fitch, will be visiting Echo Trail on March 9 and 10 to discuss scheduling possibilities with rising 9th-grade Eagles. Students are encouraged to sit down with a grown-up to request courses for the next school year using the following Google Form linked here.
Ms. Fitch will also send out an additional email to all incoming freshmen families with scheduling information and details. Go Eagles!
8th Grade Defense of Learning
8th Grade Defense of Learning
Attention 8th Grade Families:
Our 8th graders are hard at work preparing for their Defense of Learning. Click this link to see details about the DoL process and how you can support your student. Students can begin signing up for defenses now!
Our first defense date is scheduled for 2/12.
How to Help Your Student
How to Help Your Student
Click here for some simple ways to help your child in ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies. Be sure to check back each month for new ideas! Reach out to your child's teacher with questions.
HERO Student and Teacher Leaders
HERO Student and Teacher Leaders
Check out our HERO point leaders for last week!
HERO!
HERO!
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. 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.
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
7th Grade - Mr. Rul-lan
8th Grade - Ms. Wales
Mental Health Practitioner (MHP) - Mrs. Sanders
PTSA
PTSA
Spring Festival
Spring Festival
Spring Festival is right around the corner! Many people have have asked so we are going to collect gift cards for our silent auction. Any amount, to any local business. Please send to the office marked "PTSA Spring Festival."
Thank you for your support!
PTSA Board Elections
PTSA Board Elections
Nominations for the ETMS 26-27 PTSA board will run from now until March 22nd. If you are interested in a position for next school year, please fill out the form. https://forms.gle/4aEw3f2KYxhPqH6q8
Elections will take place before the spring festival at 4:30pm in the cafeteria on March 27th.
Any questions, email EchoTrailPTSA@gmail.com
Book Store Co-Chair
Book Store Co-Chair
Thank you to Brittany Bolyard for stepping in to co-chair the Bookstore for the remaining of the school year. We are super lucky to have you!
School Store, Tuesdays & Thursdays
School Store, Tuesdays & Thursdays
School Store is open every Tuesday and Thursday! The students really seem to love the idea of grabbing spirit wear whenever is needed but we need volunteers to help run it.
Please take a look at the dates on the sign up genius and sign up if you can! You may get to see your own student as they come to and from lunch!
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0548ADA82EA5FDC34-58162520-etms
Uniform Donations
Uniform Donations
Our students are growing up -- literally!
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.
Student Spotlight
Student Spotlight
Clubs
Clubs
Welcome to Echo Trail Clubs!
Needing information on club meet times, sponsor contact info, or new to clubs in general?
Visit our Club page here for all the information you need!
Echoes of the Arts
Echoes of the Arts
Band Newsletter
Band Newsletter
March Newsletter Coming Soon! Check back Tuesday
KMEA Solo & Ensemble Festival Medalist
KMEA Solo & Ensemble Festival Medalist
Congratulations to our 59 Echo Trail medalists who participated in the 2026 KMEA District 12 Solo & Ensemble Festival this weekend at Atherton High School! Click here to see list of participants.
Congratulations to our 59 Echo Trail medalists who participated in the 2026 KMEA District 12 Solo & Ensemble Festival this weekend at Atherton High School! Click here to see list of participants.
Echo Trail broke a new record this year, earning 49 Distinguished Ratings and 10 Proficient Ratings — marking our third consecutive year with 100% of our students receiving either a Proficient or Distinguished rating!
Echo Trail broke a new record this year, earning 49 Distinguished Ratings and 10 Proficient Ratings — marking our third consecutive year with 100% of our students receiving either a Proficient or Distinguished rating!
We are incredibly proud of the hard work, preparation, and dedication these students demonstrated. Congratulations again to our Wolfpack musicians on such an outstanding weekend! 🎶🐺
We are incredibly proud of the hard work, preparation, and dedication these students demonstrated. Congratulations again to our Wolfpack musicians on such an outstanding weekend! 🎶🐺
Modern Music Newsletter
Modern Music Newsletter
Click here to read our February Newsletter.
EXPLORE
EXPLORE
👀 Check out what's Happening in Explore this week...
👀 Check out what's Happening in Explore this week...
#chasEThecuriosity
WHAT ARE THE STUDENTS SAYING ABOUT EXPLORE...
WHAT ARE THE STUDENTS SAYING ABOUT EXPLORE...
Click Here to view our Winter 2025 Explore Survey Data Results
Eastern and JTown HS visited 7th Grade Classrooms and Echo Trail Students were able to learn about the Academies of Louisville at both High Schools. Students had hands on experiences that reached far beyond the classroom and right into Real World Scenarios.
8th Grade JTown Reside Students-Permission Slips are Due March 6th - Students received a visit from JTowns ROTC during Charger Day and are able to attend an OPTIONAL field trip to JTowns Obstacle Course in late April. Students interested should see Mr. Carter about details.
6th GRADE- Pathway Selections will be happening in the 4th Term. More Details will be coming out about the Selection of their Year Long Pathway Selection. Each 6th Grade student will complete a Pathway Defense
Universty of Kentucky Engineering Day
FREE
February 28, 2026
Link to Find out More Information - Click Here
WHAT ARE THE STUDENTS SAYING ABOUT EXPLORE...
WHAT ARE THE STUDENTS SAYING ABOUT EXPLORE...
Click Here to view our Winter 2025 Explore Survey Data Results
Athletics
Athletics
Spring Sports Starting Soon...
Spring Sports Starting Soon...
The spring sports practice window will open next week officially on 2/15, marking the start of the spring seasons. Because of the large amounts of snow still needing to melt and then fields needing to dry up some once it does, some outdoor start dates may need to be shifted back some to accommodate conditions. Below are the sports and coaches listed for each sport. If you have not yet signed up for these sports, you must contact the coaches for further information. Coaches will be sending out specific information to families very soon. See the coaches names and email below:
Spring Sports
Soccer:
Boys Soccer Coaches:
Kyle Fertig (Head Coach) - kfertig6@gmail.com
Jason Shearn
Girls Soccer Coaches:
Tal Grau (Head Coach) - tgrau2809@yahoo.com
Chad Randall
Flag Football:
Coaches:
Dex Bowden - dexter.bowden@jefferson.kyschools.us
Track & Field (Outdoor):
Coaches:
Wil Jacoby (Head Coach) - william.jacoby@jefferson.kyschools.us
Mike O’Neil
Boys Volleyball:
Coaches:
Aaron Roberson - adrobe33@gmail.com
Rebecca Dorwart
6th Grade Boys Baseball:
Coaches:
Mike Carroll (Head Coach) - m.carroll@twc.com
Lacrosse:
Girls Lacrosse:
Coaches:
Cassidy Clark (Head Coach) - cassidyyclarkk22@gmail.com
Boys Lacrosse:
Braden Hafling - bhafling@hhunderwriters.com
The boys will be combining numbers with Crosby Middle School this year to make an efficient lacrosse roster. If you are still interested, please contact Mr. Carden at Echo Trail and he will forward your information to the staff at Crosby.
Still Looking For 6th/7th Grade Boys Volleyball Players...
Still Looking For 6th/7th Grade Boys Volleyball Players...
If you are a 6th or 7th grade boys and you are still interested in giving volleyball a shot this spring, contact Mr. Carden, Coach Roberson, or Coach Johnston. Mr. Carden and Coach Johnston can be found at Echo Trail to answer questions and get you set up.
If you are a 6th or 7th grade boys and you are still interested in giving volleyball a shot this spring, contact Mr. Carden, Coach Roberson, or Coach Johnston. Mr. Carden and Coach Johnston can be found at Echo Trail to answer questions and get you set up.
This Week in Wolfpack Athletics...
Friday 3/6
Girls Lacrosse @ N. Oldham 7:00 PM
Saturday 3/7
JCPS Championship Bullseye
JCPS Championship 3D
*Other Spring Sports Announcements Coming Soon
Repeat Information
Repeat Information
1st Annual JCPS Talent Show
1st Annual JCPS Talent Show
Jefferson County Public Schools invites you to be a part of the 1st Annual JCPS Talent Show!
Saturday, April 25, 2026
Central High School Auditorium
Open for Kindergarten through Grade Twelve
All talents are welcome—singing, dancing, poetry, music, monologues, step, theatre, speech, comedy, and more!
To participate, click here to register! | Purchase tickets for the event here!
Save the Date: 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
Save the Date: 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony
Please join us for an evening celebrating the accomplishments of our inaugural Echo Trail eighth grade class as they prepare for the transition to high school.
Who: 8th Grade Echo Trail Students and Families
What: Promotion Ceremony
When: May 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM
Where: Eastern High School Large Gymnasium
Why: To recognize and honor the achievements of our first Echo Trail class
#ExpectGreatness
Damaged Devices
Damaged Devices
Dear ETMS Parents and Guardians,
We want to share an important update regarding student technology devices.
At this time, ETMS does not have sufficient inventory to provide loaner or replacement Chromebooks. If a student’s device becomes damaged and requires repair, the district requires it be sent into the IT department for servicing. While the device is away, teachers will provide paper-based materials or alternative assignments to ensure students are still able to participate fully in their learning.
Currently, the district is experiencing a high volume of devices needing repair. Because of this backlog, we are unable to provide an estimated timeline for when repaired devices will be returned to students once they leave the building.
We also want to remind families that, per JCPS policy, students may not bring personal devices (such as laptops or tablets) into the building to use as a replacement.
We appreciate your understanding and partnership as we work through these challenges.
Jefferson County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity
Jefferson County Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity
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