EMMS EAGLE NEWS
Friday, August 27, 2021
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Upcoming Events / Important Dates
EMMS encourages our families and community to frequently check our school’s website calendar
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August 30th |
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL |
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September 6th |
HCPSS Schools and Offices are Closed |
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September 7th |
HCPSS Schools and Offices are Closed |
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September 13th |
EMMS 8th Grade Hearing and Vision Screenings |
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September 16th |
HCPSS Schools and Offices are Closed |
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October 14th |
EMMS Flu Shot Clinic for Staff and Students (more info to come) |
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October 15th |
HCPSS Schools are Closed for Students |
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November 3rd |
End of First Quarter |
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November 4th |
HCPSS Schools are Closed for Students |
Canvas Updates
Over the summer, HCPSS adopted a simpler, more streamlined Canvas interface for elementary and middle school students. HCPSS has redone the Student Orientation videos, and they are very helpful. Please consider watching these orientation videos with your child prior to the first day of school. Bus / Transportation
PLEASE NOTE! Bus routes and schedules are subject to change.
General questions regarding transportation should be emailed to transportation@hcpss.org. For more urgent matters, such as a late or missing bus, please call HCPSS Transportation at 410-313-6732.
Notes from the EMMS Media Center
Are you new to HCPSS? Pick up your child’s school-issued Chromebook in the media center during your scheduled orientation time on Thursday, August 26th! Mrs. Batelka, our EMMS media specialist, will also be available during orientations to assist with technology or Canvas questions. Additionally, you can contact her at any time via Canvas inbox or through email at christina_batelka@hcpss.org. Please note that a separate evening Canvas orientation is being developed. Stay tuned for the date and time!
Technology Support
The Mill has a dedicated team of staff members to offer technical support for our community. However, before contacting the Technology Support Team, please make sure that you have checked all the resources available to you @ hcpss.me. If you still have a technology-related question, please complete this form, and a member of our support team will be in touch with you within 48 hours.
Ellicott Mills Broadcasting Company is looking for you!
"Ever wanted to be on TV or work behind the scenes at a TV station? Here's your chance! Join the Ellicott Mills Broadcasting Company (EMBC) and be a part of the magic. We are looking for both news anchors and behind-the-scenes tech positions. We meet every morning right before school starts. No experience is necessary. We will train you! If this is something that interests you, contact Mrs. Adelman by Wednesday, August 25th at: betsy_adelman@hcpss.org
Looking forward to seeing YOU in the Studio!
Student Schedules
A reminder that all students will receive an updated copy of their class schedule in 1st period Monday morning. While student schedules are available via Canvas please note it may not reflect their schedule come Monday. We are continuing to enroll students and are working through the weekend to ensure every student has a schedule when they arrive and that class sizes are leveled. Thank you in advance for your patience as we work to accommodate all members of our growing Ellicott Mills family.
EMMS Homerooms
Wondering what homeroom your child is assigned to? Click here.
Family File
HCPSS utilizes Family File for parents/guardians to complete emergency information. All parents/guardians must verify and/or update information for each child each school year. Please complete the Family File by August 30, 2021.
Parents/guardians can complete the Family File by:
- Logging in to HCPSS Connect
- Selecting the "More Options" tab on the left, and then
- Selecting "Family File" in the center column
- Once logged in, parents/guardians will be asked to update or provide the following information:
- Student Information
- Parent/Guardian Contact
- Emergency Contacts
- Medical Information
- Arrival/Dismissal Procedures and Transportation Options
- Photo Approval
- Data Confidentiality
- Student Creative Work Approval
- PTA/PTSA Directory
Changes of address may not be made through Family File. If you have recently moved, please contact your child’s 2021-2022 school as soon as possible.
HCPSS MASKING Mandate
Universal indoor masking is required in all HCPSS schools and offices, regardless of vaccination status. This decision was made following the strong endorsement of universal masking by the Howard County Health Department, who referenced the guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Maryland Department of Health, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Masking is also required on school buses for everyone, regardless of age or vaccination status, in accordance with state and federal mandates. Masks are not required outdoors but are still recommended for unvaccinated individuals.
Feeder High School News
Howard High School:
- HOHS Class of 2024 Fall Festival and Children’s Book Fair. Click Here for Flier.
Saturday, September 18th, 12:00 - 4:00 pm
EMMS General News
Returning EMMS Media Books/Materials and Borrowed Textbooks: Please feel free to drop the textbook in the Media Center bin located under the overhang at the top of the bus loop any day, any time.
HCPSS Community News / Events
HCPSS Community News / Events: Families can quickly discover educational and recreational resources, events, and after-school programs offered by community non-profits on HCPSS’s new Community News and Programs website.
Vaccination Clinics:
- Drive-Thru COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
Saturday, August 28, 2021, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Glen Mar Church in partnership with Columbia Medical Practice
4701 New Cut Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043 (in the parking lot)
Flyers in English, Korean, and Spanish.
- Howard County Health Department is offering a free back-to-school vaccination clinic.
Monday and Tuesday, August 30 & August 31, 2021, from 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Howard Community College Athletic Center, 5500 Dragon Place, Columbia, MD 20144
Flyers in English & Spanish to provide to your school community.
Aftercare Options:
- The Okinawan Karate Dojo's After School Program with Transportation - Limited spaces remaining! Click Here for Flier.
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Address
4445 Montgomery Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
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