July 30, 2013

Issue # 1

Weekly

Communication

EHMS -Bobcat Bulletin

Welcome Back Bobcats!

A Schools to Watch Taking Center Stage Model Middle School A California Distinguished Middle School

Contact Us: School Office: 925-513-6440 Fax: 925-513-0696 Go to the Web: www.brentwood.k12.ca.us Email Us: Principal: Kirsten Jobb kjobb@brentwood.k12.ca.us Vice-Principal: Maria Gonzalez mgonzalez@brentwood.k12.ca.us Vice-Principal: Rusty Ehrlich rehrlich@brentwood.k12.ca.us = Counselor: Saraina Silva ssilva@brentwood.k12.ca.us Parents Club President: Leann Weibert 513-6440 x4096 ehmsparentsclub@yahoo.com

We would like to welcome all students and families back to the 2013-2014 school year! This will be a tremendous year at EHMS! We have added some members to our team and we would like to welcome: Mrs. Brown (6 th ISP), Mrs. Gonzalez (6 ELA/SS,Math.Science), Mr. Erhlich (Vice Principal), Mrs. Person (7/8 ELA Support/Electives), Ms. Santos (ELD), Ms. Seabury (Special Education Instructional Aide), Mr. Young (School Psychologist), and Mrs. Wood (EL Support). We are glad you are here! We all look forward to a solid year!

Safety First!
We would appreciate families following the drop-off and pick-up procedures for EHMS. Remember, the front of school is for busses only. The back of school, where the gym is located, is for pick-up and drop-off of students. If you would like a map or clarification please come in to the main office. Thank you!

Important Reminders - Sunscreen, Water, & Dress Code!

As students return to school, we would like to remind students to wear sunscreen and drink plenty of water with the warm temperatures. Also, we would like to remind students and families that shorts and skirts should be at least 3 inches from the inseam and tank tops should be at least two fingers in width. If students are out of dress code, they will be asked to change into their PE clothes. Thank you!

Read Naturally Begins Tuesday, August 13th

Classes will begin on Tuesday August 13th at 7:25 am. Classes will be held each Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings from 7:25-8:05. and Wednesday afternoons from 1:05-2:00 in room 2. Please see Mrs. Prochaska

The Edna Hill Way Bobcat Pride Be Respectful of Others and their Property Be Prepared and Professional Make Good Choices: Do the Right Thing! 8 Keys of Excellence Integrity Failure Leads to Success Speak with Good Purpose This Is It Commitment Ownership Important Dates to Remember at Edna Hill Middle School Flexibility First day of school - -7/30 Welcome Back Bobcats! Balance Student Council Applications available 7/31 See Mr. Schneider!
Softball Tryouts begin 8/1 @ 3:15 softball field Boys Volleyball Tryouts begin 8/2 @ 3:30 in the gym. Cherrydale Fundraiser Begins 8/2 Back to School Night - 8/8 @ 6:00 pm School Pictures 8/8 during PE classes Student Council Applications due to Mr. Schneider - 8/9 Back to School BBQ - 8/16 @ 6 pm in EHMS Food Court

EHMS Sports Update: Girls Softball and Boys Volleyball begins!!!

There will be a Softball meeting, Wednesday, July 31st during both lunches (last 10 min.) in the gym Tryout schedule is as follows: Thursday, 8/1 3:15-5:15 pm Friday, 8/2 3:15-5:15 pm Boys Volleyball meeting will be held during lunch on Wednesday July 31st in the Gym. Tryout schedule is as follows: Thursday, 8/1 3:30-5:00 pm Friday, 8/2 3:30-5:00 pm Please contact Mr. Foote or Mr. Flores for more information.

Free and Reduced Lunch Applications Available! If your family is interested in applying for the free and/or reduced breakfast/lunch program, please come by the Main Office to pick up an application. Applications