Wolf Pack Weekly
Echo Trail Middle School Weekly Newsletter
Welcome!
September 18, 2023
Hello Wolf Pack Families!
We had another wonderful week at Echo Trail! Our clubs officially kicked off and I am proud to report that 75% of our students are participating in one of our 17 clubs. This is exciting news as we continue to provide a variety of ways for our students to establish a strong sense of belonging in our Wolf Pack!
We continue to show excellence with our athletic teams. I am so proud of how our Field Hockey, Volleyball, Cross Country, and Golf teams are performing. We have had MANY highlights but one to announce is Hunter K. had a hole in one making it our second for the team this season!
Thank you to everyone who showed up at the Gaslight Parade to represent our school for the first year! This Friday, we will have our PTSA Nature Walk! I am excited for a fun filled day with our Wolf Pack.
Reminders:
Please reference this map for AM arrival and PM dismissal
Echo Trail MS School Number 502-485-8398
Expectations Slide Deck
Technology Slide Deck
Gum/Candy/Food - we ask that students do not chew gum (it finds its way to new furniture or the floor, etc.) and that any candy/food remains put away unless in the cafeteria.
Please review the uniform guidance and slide deck linked below:
Spirit Store Items and Uniform Approved Items
Common Items we are correcting:
Full zip jackets will need to be removed (once we have assigned lockers students will store them there)
Hoodies that are non-Echo Trail (Echo Trail hoodies with hoods down can be worn on Fridays) Nike women’s dry tempo short, AC women’s tempo luxe 5 in short, and general athletic shorts are not approved school items to be worn.
The only athletic shorts approved on Friday’s are: BSN Sports Agility 2 pocket Short and Nike Flex Woven Short.
Week at a Glance:
Monday
Field Hockey v. Kammerer 5:30
Volleyball v. Grace James at J-Town 4:30, 5:30, 6:30
Tuesday
Golf at Woodhaven Country Club 4:45
XC FCA Taylor Orthodontics Championships at Southeast Christian Church 6:30
PTSA Meeting 6:00
Wednesday
Explore Ambassador Field Trip
SBDM Meeting at 3:00
Volleyball v. Olmsted at Iroquois HS 5:30, 6:30
Field Hockey v. Noe 5:30
Thursday
Volleyball Tournament TBD
Friday
PTSA Nature Walk Fundraiser
Field Hockey v. Noe at Westport 6:45
Save the Date(s):
10/2/23 Parent Teacher Conferences
10/3-10/6 Fall Break
10/14/23 JCPS Showcase of Schools
#ExpectgreaTness
Dr. Ammerman, Principal
Twitter: @KaraJo_Ammerman
Important Information & Upcoming Events
Bullying Prevention Parent Night, Sept 28
Join us to discuss transition from Elementary to Middle School, Bullying vs Peer Conflict, and Social Media.
September 28th, 5pm | Echo Trail Media Center
Let us know if you'll be there: Please RSVP with this form!
Men of Quality
Do you want to learn how to set goals, become a role model, and give back to our community?
Men of Quality mentoring program is coming to Echo Trail, sponsored by OMEGA PSI Fraternity.
If you are interested in joining the Men of Quality, please fill out the Google Form. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Abell or email thela.abell@jefferson.kyschools.us
Echo Trail Ambassadors Announced
Congratulations to our Explore Ambassadors!
Our Ambassadors will participate in a variety of activities, field trips and events that will promote Echo Trail in the Community. Congrats to these students:
Miles B., Chase M., Dev P., Kalea T., Bailey T., Ashka P., Karsen T., Tatum C., Kate F., Lilly C., Brock M., Alice H., Patrick R., Naksh B., Kayla G., Bailey R.
National Hispanic Heritage Month
SEPTEMBER 15 to OCTOBER 15
Today marks the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15 to Oct. 15). Join us in recognizing and celebrating the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latino, Latina, and Latinx-identifying Americans!
Standard Based Grading
At Echo Trail, we are committed to ensuring that students develop the necessary skills that will help them work towards demonstrating mastery on various standards in each subject area. We will utilize Standards Based Grading to provide on-going feedback on your child’s performance. Students will be given multiple opportunities to show application of their learning on daily tasks and assignments as well as on assessments.
In accordance with the JCPS Student Handbook, teachers will use the conversion chart below when communicating with students and families. We look forward to working together with you to help your child have a successful year.
PTSA Nature Walk Fundraiser
Hello Echo Trail Families!
We just wanted to give you a reminder that our 2023 Inaugural Nature Walk will be Friday, September 22 for our students. This is our first big fundraiser for the PTSA and we would love to thank you in advance for your support.
You are welcome to send in cash or checks payable to Echo Trail PTSA with your student in the envelope that they received OR you can use this link to donate online for a small convenience fee.
Please don't forget to put your student's name in the appropriate field when donating online so that they get the appropriate credit towards the prizes.
School Fees
We are currently collecting school fees. You can pay now on My School Bucks by scanning the appropriate QR code for your course here: My School Bucks Fees QR Codes. Add each fee to your cart and check out for one easy payment!
We will also accept cash or check during the school day. We ask for correct cash - no change is available. Checks made to Echo Trail Middle School.
The fees are below. You can click on the name of the course below to be directed to their My School Bucks page.
One-Time Instructional Fee for All Students (all core content classes) $20
One-Time Fee for Explore Classes: $30
Business Communication, Consumer Science, Engineering and Design
9-week Courses:
Modern Music $15
Art $15
Semester (18-week) Courses:
Choir $30
Year Long Courses:
Band $65
Need assistance setting up MSB? This My School Bucks Welcome Letter will walk you through the process.
From the Nurse:
This is a reminder to all parents to turn in paperwork to the school regarding your child's health conditions, 6th grade wellness check from your doctor, and immunizations.
We will be having a Vaccine and Health Clinic here at school October 24, 2023. If your child needs a physical or vaccines, we can do it the day of the clinic. You will be receiving and email regarding the clinic. Please sign and return any paper work needed to participate in the clinic.
Thank you, G. Patton RN
Support the Echo Trail Music Department
Please support our Echo Trail Music Department by making an online donation through InstaRaise!
Each music class is raising support for classroom supplies such as sheet music, instrument accessories, and bringing in guest artists to work with our growing musicians. See the appropriate links below to donate to either the Band, Choir, or Modern Music classrooms.
Band: https://instaraise.com/echotrailmsband/support
Choir: https://instaraise.com/echotrailmschoir/support
Modern Music: https://instaraise.com/echotrailmsmodernmusic/support
#celebration
Congrats, Dr. A!
Echo Trail Clubs
Student Y
For more information about Student Y, look over the flier below (click here for full image), head over to the official webpage or contact Ms. Bonomo, casey.bonomo@jefferson.kyschools.us.
If interested, students (or parents) can email Ms. Bonomo and she will add them to the Google Classroom.
Right now, we are going to meet every Thursday from 2:30-3:30 in room 225, starting September 29th.
If that changes, we will communicate via the Google Classroom.
Wolf Pack Athletics
Echo Trail Athletics Page
We are excited to put all our Echo Trail athletic offerings in an easy to find place: bit.ly/etathletics
Not only will you find the necessary forms (Sports Physicals and JCPS Sports Parent Forms), you'll find our Fall, Winter, Spring and Spirit (year-round) sports offerings with Head Coach contact information. Also, we are always looking for active involvement from our parents and community, so if you have a passion for an athletic event, please reach out to me so we can get your connected.
Make sure to follow us on X (Twitter) to see all the action that's happening every week!
Kyle Carden, Athletic Director | kyle.carden@jefferson.kyschools.us
Twitter: @ETMS_WolfPack
Golf
JV tournament day Saturday resulted in another hole-in-one for the Wolves, this time by Hunter Kistner. Great job Hunter!!
To go with this great day, both JV teams played really well. Echo Trail teams showed out with rounds of +1 and -1. Great job Wolfpack!! #ExpectgreaTness #Wolfpack #AceSquad
Repeat Information
Yearbook Photo Submissions
Hello Echo Trail community!
As our school year gets underway, I'd like to offer the opportunity for our community to submit photos from various ETMS events taking place. These photos will be considered for use in our first ever yearbook!
Please use the form linked here and contact kari.ward@jefferson.kyschools.us if you have any questions or feedback. The form will remain open throughout the school year (until the yearbook has to be finalized), so feel free to bookmark it for future reference.
I can't wait to see all the amazing activities that are shared!
Counseling Request Form
If your student has an academic question or social-emotional need, you can reach our counselors (Mr. Rul-lan and/or Ms. Thomas) or our Mental Health Practioner (MHP) Mrs. Sanders by filling out the Counselor Google Form.
Check it out!
Check out what your child will be learning throughout the year in their content classes (ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies). All of the curriculum has been provided by the district. We are excited to see the progress that ALL of our students will make throughout the year!
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Errors? Omissions? If something is missing or needs to be corrected, please email Michael Etter, michael.etter@jefferson.kyschools.us.