Photo Opt-Out Form

Throughout the 2025–2026 school year, there may be occasions when staff from ETMS, JCPS, approved media outlets, or other authorized organizations take photographs, audio recordings, or video footage of students. These images or recordings may be used in district or school publications, on social media, or in other official communications.

If you do not wish for your student’s image, voice, or likeness to be used for these purposes, please complete and return the attached form to the front office.

Photo Opt Out Form

Thank you for your attention and support.

Standards Based Grading

All teachers at Echo Trail use Standards Based Grading.  This means that grades will be communicated as a 4, 3, 2, 1, or 0 and focus on what students know and can do in relation to specific state standards.  Click this link to learn more and reach out to your child's teacher or counselor if you have questions.

Car Rider Morning Drop-Off Reminders

• If you are the first car with a student to unload, pull all the way around to the white line before unloading.  Once the line has stopped, students can exit out the passenger side anywhere from the white line to the main entrance and enter through the gym.

• All students MUST come through the car rider line and exit in the unloading zone.  They cannot be let out in the parking lot, on Echo Trail, or in the bus parking lot.

WorldFest Louisville 2025

Travel the world in downtown Louisville on the Belvedere

August 29 - September 1, 2025

The 23rd annual WorldFest, Louisvilleʼs premier international festival, attracts more than 150,000 attendees over the four-day Labor Day weekend. WorldFest celebrates and showcases the international cultures and communities that make up the city of Louisville and neighboring areas. WorldFest is free to attend and open to all ages, featuring entertainment stages, Parade of Cultures, Global Village, and more!

Check out more information here: WorldFest Louisville

What to Expect:

• Three entertainment stages showcasing international, national, regional and local performers all weekend long.

• Nearly 150 International vendors featuring international arts, merchandise, food, and beverages.

• A Global Village highlighting cultures and customs from all over the world.

• A World of Information that informs citizens about services for our international residents.

• A Children’s International Activity Zone to learn about cultures and customs, arts, crafts, and more.

• A Parade of Cultures with nearly 1,000 participants celebrating all the diverse cultures in Louisville.

• A Naturalization Ceremony pronouncing more than 300 new Americans to Louisville as new citizens: This event will take place Friday, August 29, 2025 1:00 p.m., at Muhammad Ali Center, 6th floor.

WorldFest Louisville

Eat at Mark's & Support the Echo Trail Football Team
Save the Date: Sept 4

Delicious food for a good cause!

Head over to Mark's Feed Store, Middletown, on September 4 and 15% of your purchase will go toward the Echo Trail Football Team!

Make sure to show the coupon to your server.

Echo Trail Middle School Clubs – Sign Ups the Week of September 8th

We are excited to announce that Echo Trail Middle School Clubs will be introduced the week of September 8th 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 

First Meetings

GSTA's first meeting will be Friday, August 29th in Mr. Lenz's room.  We will meet from 7:00-7:30.

August Band Newsletter

Click here to read our August Newsletter.

👀 Check out what's Happening in Explore this week...

Engagement Empowerment & Connection

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 

Link your Kroger Card to Help Echo Trail

Whenever you shop at Kroger and use your Kroger Card, you use can help Echo Trail!

Kroger Community Rewards

• 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!

Please Fill out the EBF

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

School Fees

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.  

25-26 School Fees

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.  

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.

WEAPON DETENTION REMINDERS 

• 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.

Weekly Newsletter

Errors? Omissions? If something is missing or needs to be corrected, please email Michael Etter, michael.etter@jefferson.kyschools.us. 

Echo Trail Middle School Clubs – Sign Ups the Week of September 8th

We are excited to announce that Echo Trail Middle School Clubs will be introduced the week of September 8th 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