EMMS Eagle News - 8/29/2020

Sat, 08/29/2020 - 9:44am
Ellicott Mills Middle School  
EMMS EAGLE NEWS
Saturday, August 29, 2020
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EMMS News

EMMS Distribution of 2020/2021 Student Materials: EMMS is reaching out DIRECTLY to families as we have materials to distribute to their student(s) based on request and class registration. EMMS will ONLY be using Family File information to contact our families, please make sure this is up-to-date and has an email you check regularly. We thank you for your patience and understanding as we are working hard to make sure everyone receives what they need in a timely, organized and safe manner. Should you have questions or are concerned that we have not contacted your family, please email Ms. JJ, Principals’ Secretary, @ jennifer_l_johnson@hcpss.org.
 
EMMS Office Hours: We will have an administrator and a secretary in the office Monday through Friday from 7:30am to 3:30pm. While you are more than welcome to call us at 410-313-2839, please understand we cannot dedicate staff to answer our phones. We thank you in advance for your patience and grace. Most importantly, we highly encourage you to reach any staff member via email (click here for staff contact information).
 
EMMS Collection of School Materials: If you still have EMMS school materials, please return them to EMMS. Read more
 
[UPDATED] Virtual New Student Orientation: This event will be held on Thursday, September 3rd @ 1:00pm. This event if for EMMS students  only and will require them to log into their HCPSS Canvas account. Students new to Ellicott Mills Middle School, including 6th graders and any 7th or 8th graders new to the EMMS Community, are invited to attend. EMMS Staff will be reaching out to all families in the early part of next week with detailed information. Due to the break down of sessions with groups of no more than 20 students we will not be able to publish the Google Meet codes.
 
[NEW] Virtual Parent Orientation: This event will be held on Thursday, September 3rd @ 2:15pm. This event is for all EMMS Parents/Guardians.
Phone Number: (‪US)+1 662-642-0139; PIN: ‪525 271 201#
 
Virtual Gifted and Talented Program Information Session: This event will be held on Thursday, September 17th @ 5:30pm. Please save the date. Parents and guardians are invited to visit with Ms. Adelman, EMMS GT Teacher. More details, including Google Meet codes and full schedules will be posted on our website a week prior to the event.
 
Virtual Back-to-School Night (BTSN): This event will be held on Thursday, September 17th @ 6:30pm. Please save the date. Parents and guardians are invited to visit teachers in a virtual setting. More details, including Google Meet codes and full schedules will be posted on our website a week prior to the event.

HCPSS NEWS

Does your child need a Chromebook and/or internet access?:  Log In Now to Identify Need for Chromebook and/or Internet. Read More
 
Family File Update Reminder: Every year HCPSS parents must complete a Family File for each child. HCPSS utilizes Family File for parents/guardians to complete emergency information. Read More
 
HCPSS Immunization Reminder: All children must have the required State of Maryland immunizations (click to download) in order to attend school. Parents are responsible for providing proof of immunization to the school prior to the student attending or proof of an appointment for necessary immunizations within 20 calendar days of the first day of school (Tuesday, September 29th). The Maryland Department of Health has not lifted the requirement for immunizations, which are still required for entry into school. Read More
 
[NEW] Student Meals During 2020-2021 Fall Semester: The food services program during the 2020-2021 fall semester will consist of Grab-and-Go breakfasts and lunches served Monday through Friday from 8–9 a.m. and 10:45 a.m.–12:45 p.m., respectively, beginning Tuesday, September 8. Read More
 
HCPSS Free and Reduced Meals Program: Participation in the FARMs program also qualifies students for additional opportunities and services. Parents must submit a new application every school year. Learn more and apply. Read More

COMMUNITY NEWS

HCPSS Community News / Events: Please visit the Community News and Programs page on the HCPSS website for announcements of upcoming events and programs sponsored by non-profit organizations.
 

HCPSS SchoolMessenger Reporting Forms: If you are having issues receiving HCPSS district/school emails and/or text messaging please use this new form for reporting your issues regarding emails/text messages not being delivered.

HCPSS Canvas/Synergy Reporting Forms: If you are experiencing issues with Canvas/Synergy messages, please complete this form.

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Address
4445 Montgomery Road
Ellicott City, MD 21043

 

Phone
410-313-2839

 

Website
emms.hcpss.org

 

Twitter
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