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Dear Panther Parents,
It is so hard to believe we only have 13 more school days until summer break. Even though we are at the end of the school year, we still have new concepts to teach and engaging lessons to deliver. We look forward to seeing your kiddo on campus each day.
IMPACT Celebration Day
is one of my favorites of the year. Next Friday, each grade level has a chance to go outside to play with their friends and have a blast. Our fabulous PTO partners with us to provide an inflatable obstacle course, an inflatable fuzzball, DJ Horrice, Open Gym, Karaoke, and much more. We also grill all students hot dogs on that day. If your child would prefer to not eat a hot dog that day, the cafeteria will make them a sack lunch OR they are welcome to bring their own lunch. Your child is also allowed to bring money for a few special options: $3 snow cones, $1 popcorn, $1 cotton candy, and my favorite, $1 for 3 balls to dunk their favorite teacher in the dunk booth. And yes, I participate in that...super cold water but tons of fun!! Please have your child wear sunscreen that day. Hats are allowed and we encourage comfortable play clothes...please stay in dress code (other than hat option).
The schedule per grade level is as such:
6th grade participates in the celebration from 10:00-11:30
7th grade participates in the celebration from 11:45-1:15
8th grade participates in the celebration from 1:30-3:00
*While inside, each grade level has content core rotations for enrichment activities.
8th graders:
Our 8th grade Celebration is at PSA on June 5th. This is a wonderful day for our outgoing students. We offer a little bit of everything, thanks to our wonderful PTO. There is a game truck, sports tournaments, DJ Horrice, concession stand options (bring a little money that day), graffiti wall, hamster ball races, movie room, and much more. We will be at PSA from 10:00-1:00 and will return to Evans for regular lunch.
We invite you to come to our end of the year fine arts concerts next week. It is amazing to see the growth in the ability of our students from the beginning of the year to now. Please join us in supporting these amazing kiddos.
Tuesday-Orchestra @ EMS Gym 6p
Wednesday-Band @ MBHS 6:30p
Thursday-Choir @ Cottonwood Creek Church 6p
If you have an incoming Panther, please join us for our first annual PANTHER PALOOZA. Incoming 6th graders are invited to campus on June 8th from 9-10:30 for a morning of fun. There will also be an opportunity to join our PTO and to buy spirit wear. We are excited to meet our new Panther friends.
Friendly reminder that our building opens at 8:15 each morning. If you drop your child off earlier than that, please remind them that playing wall ball and other ball sports is unsafe and prohibited in front of the building due to traffic moving through the parking lot at that time. Also, please follow drop-off and pick-up procedures per our campus expectations and follow the lead of our teachers on duty as they are working hard to get our students into and out of the building in a safe manner.
It has been an amazing year so far, and I look forward to the final 13 days being some of the best!
Happy Friday,
Darla
Click here to visit our school website.
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| IMPACT CELEBRATION INFORMATION |
Next Friday, Evans will host our Annual IMPACT Celebration where the kids celebrate their hard work for the past year. We'll provide a FREE hot dog lunch, and the kids will be able to purchase treats like Snow Cones, Popcorn & Cotton Candy. They can also enjoy a dunk tank, karaoke, an obstacle course and more. Please send them with a few dollars for whatever they'd like to purchase, sunscreen and comfortable shoes. What a great way to celebrate a successful school year!
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| WE NEED VOLUNTEERS TO HELP WITH IMPACT CELEBRATION |
Volunteers are needed for Evans Second Annual Impact Celebration on Friday May 25th. There are three time slots to choose from (one for each grade). We need help with set up, serving food, snacks, activities and clean up.
Please make sure that you are cleared by MISD as a volunteer.
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| SCHOOL SUPPLIES ON SALE NOW! |
2018-2019 School Supply Order
It's that time of year again to pre-order your school supplies! Save the time and hassle of going to the store to order your child's supplies. Now through June 8, 2018 you can click on this link Evans and in a few clicks you will be all set for next year!
* School ID: EVA010
* Please note all school supplies packs are the same for 6th, 7th and 8th
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Need a Yearbook?
Yearbooks will be passed out during lunches on Thursday, May 24. The printing company always sends a few "over-runs" and we have 25 extra books to sell. If your child did not get a yearbook and would still like one, send $45 cash or check made out to Evans Middle School. They can go to Mrs. Goodwin in E104 to buy. Yearbook will be sold on a first come, first serve basis.
If you're unsure if you've purchased one already and would like to double-check, email Bonnie Goodwin directly at [email protected]
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Dear Parents,
We will be following strictly to the guidelines of MISD policy regarding entry to our campus. Please ring the bell and be prepared for the following:
State your name
State your student's name (if applicable)
State the reason for coming to campus
Have your driver's license, passport or MISD ID ready to show the receptionist.
Please do not let anyone else in the building with you! They must follow the same procedure.
Thank you for helping us keep your students safe!
Evans Office Staff
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UPCOMING EVENTS
May 18th MEF Roughrider Night
May 22nd Orchestra Spring Concert 6p
May 23rd UIL Field Trip to Six Flags
May 23rd Band Spring Concert 6:30p
May 24th Yearbook Distribution
May 24th Choir Spring Concert 6p
May 25th IMPACT Celebration Day
May 29th Pantherette Orientation 4p
May 30th ESL Field Trip to Dallas Aquarium
May 31st Spring Cheer Show 5p
May 31st Advanced Theatre Student Directed Shows 7p
June 4th Drill Team Banquet 6p
June 5th 8th Grade Celebration
June 6th Locker Clean-Out
June 7th Last Day of School
June 8th Panther Palooza for incoming 6th Graders
July 17 & 18 Cheer Clinic
Aug. 14th Meet the Teacher Night
Aug. 20th First Day of School
Sept. 11th Fall Picture Day
Click
HERE for a complete Calendar of Events with information about times and venues.
ACADEMICS
NJHS:
Sponsor: Amber Stephens
STUCO:
Sponsor: Angie Stadler
PALS:
Yearbook:
UIL Academics:
AVID:
Sponsors: Robyn May
Megan McDougald
CLUBS
6th Grade Theatre Club:
Meets every Wednesday morning (schooldays) from 8:00-8:25 in C114
Sponsor: Jeni Eberhard
FCA:
FCA Meets Tuesday mornings @ 8:15a in Mrs. Williams' room, D119 (school days beginning September 12th)
Sponsors: Camille Williams
Valarie Long
Chandler Jackson
Chess Club:
Meets every Tuesday (schooldays) from 3:45 until 5p in D104
Sponsor: Josiah McDowell
Progress Report & Report Card Dates
*Progress Reports and Report Cards can be viewed and printed from the
Home Access Center (HAC) and will not be mailed or sent home with students. This is in an effort to be more earth-friendly. If you are unable to access HAC, please let the AP secretary know and we will send home a paper copy with your student.
June 7th End of Quarter 4; Grades Due
June 14th Final Report Card viewable on HAC
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| MHS PRIDE CAMP FOR INCOMING FRESHMAN |
Save the Date! McKinney High School 2018ยท2019 Pride Camp Saturday, August 18 * 9:00 am to 11:30 am
Welcome to MHS! All incoming Freshmen and all other students new to MHS are invited to attend PRIDE CAMP. Parents can drop off students at the front entrance at 9:00 and return for a brief parent meeting at 11:00. Students will have their Fall Portraits taken this day. All students must be in appropriate dress code according to MISD guidelines.
You will be able to hear firsthand about the traditions, history and customs that make MHS the Original. You will also be able to pick up a copy of your schedule. More information to follow in the coming months.
Stay informed on the latest news and events at MHS. Sign up for the Principal's Newsletter:
http://www.schools.mckinneyisd.net/mhs/mhs-news/ lions-share-newsletter/ Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com /McKinneyHS or on Twitter @MHSLions
Click
here for a list of group sponsors.
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Texas Lions Camp is a no charge camp for students with disabilities.
The list of disabilities they take is extensive (see page 2 of the pamphlet)---the kids you might not think have an obvious disability qualify!!!!
We don't give out names to Lions club but rather offer the info to you parents so you can reach out to Lions Club.
McKinney Lions Club offers free transportation to Kerrville the week of June 17th, however the students may attend the week of their choosing at No Charge and provide their own transportation.
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As we approach the end of the school year it is important that we have up-to-date information for every student. Please look at the following items and make sure that you are prepared for next year!
EMAIL ADDRESS - Does the school have your email address so that you receive important reminders and know when to complete the online registration update this summer?
HOME ACCESS CENTER (HAC) - Do you know your HAC login and password? It is important that you know this so that you can check your child's progress and see their report card. If you need this information, please contact an AP secretary or the registrar.
MOVING F ROM MCKINNEY? -If your child will be moving to a school other than an MISD school, please contact Lynne Wells, [email protected], prior to the end of the year so that we can give you the withdrawal papers you will need to enroll at the new school.
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| IS YOUR STUDENT GOING TO GET A LEARN'S PERMIT TO DRIVE THIS SUMMER? |
We know that the thought of your student getting a learner's permit is probably scary, but they will need a Verification of Enrollment (VOE) when they apply at the Texas Department of Public Safety. If your child turns 15 over the summer and will be applying for a learner's permit, please make sure to request a VOE from the registrar before the last day of school. VOE's are NOT required to enroll in driver's education programs, they are only needed when you actually apply for the permit. Please contact Lynne Wells, [email protected]
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PTO Board Members Needed
Panther parents, we are looking for a few more wonderful people who are interested in making a difference in the lives of our Evans educators and our students. We have the following positions open on the PTO Board:
Teacher Appreciation ... what's more fun than recognizing the contributions of our staff with a few special events each year? A detailed book is available with past events/costs/volunteer needs, etc.
Concessions (2 co-chairs) ... our PTO makes thousands of dollars by shopping for and staffing the concession stand at home football games. It's a limited time position since it ends when the last Evans football game is played.
8th Grade Activities ... help us celebrate our 8th graders at this special end-of-the-year event. This is another limited time activity.
Please email [email protected] ASAP if you'd be interested in helping. We'd like to have a full board to vote on at our May 11th general meeting. We need you, and it's so rewarding to be such a big part of our school.
Keep sending in those Box Tops!
The PTO turns them into cash for our school. Just place your Box Tops in a baggie (please check those expiration dates!), put your student's name and grade on the outside, and drop them off in the box in the school office. The student who donates the most Box Tops between now and Friday, May 18, will receive two free passes to any Cinemark Theatre. If you have already submitted
Box Tops since our last contest, we are keeping track!
Your membership provides valuable funds to our school as well as giving you a vote in PTO events and programs.
*Awarded $6000 in teacher grants
*Sponsored the IMPACT carnival, Pay it Forward Fun Run and 8th Grade Celebration
*Funded two scholarships to graduating Evans' seniors
*Presented multiple parent enrichment workshops
*Helped to support academic programs like the spelling bee, UIL and AVID
*Hosted teacher appreciation events throughout the year
Most importantly, our PTO fosters a sense of school community while supporting students. We play a crucial role in helping to create an environment that is nurturing, educational, and exciting for all of our Panthers.
Please consider joining the PTO! You can
download the membership form
or purchase your
membership online.
Please remember that you must be approved through MISD before you can volunteer. Please click HERE to go online and complete your application.
Last year applications will run out at the end of September.
Thanks so much!!!
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Last Day to Check Out Books: May 24
ALL BOOKS DUE: MAY 31
469-302-7117
Media Resource Specialist
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GOT SHOTS?
6th graders need shots updated by 6/1/18. Please make sure you have turned in your 6th graders updated immunizations, needed to be able to attend 7th grade
There is a Shot Van at Lawson Early Childhood Center on Thursday May 17th, 2018 from 5-7pm
GOT MEDS?
Please pick up your students medications from the clinic before the end of the school year.
For more information on immunizations requirements, please refer to the information on McKinney ISD website by clicking here.
Nancy Yarbrough BSN, RN
Evans Middle School Nurse
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8
th graders and parents,
If you are interested in taking a high school class this summer for advancement, early registration has begun and goes through May 18
th.
District registration will be June 25
th and 26
th at McKinney High.
Summer School dates are as follows:
Semester 1: July 10 - 17, 7:30 - 2:30 lunch provided
Semester 2: July 19 - 26, 7:30 - 2:30 lunch provided
Online: June 27 - July 26, final exam must be done by July 26
th at MHS
$230 per semester course, reduced rate available for free/reduced lunch students
Location: MHS
Your student should come by the counseling office to pick up the information and registration form. Once the student has registered, you can pay online or with a check (made out to McKinney ISD) with Cathy DeLisle (
[email protected]).
Courses available for acceleration are Art 1A and 1B, Outdoor education, Team Sports, Professional communications.
Courses available online for acceleration are Health, Professional Communications, Foundations of Personal Fitness, Psychology, Sociology.
Cathy DeLisle
Evans Counselor, alpha A-K
469-302-7161
NAVIANCE- What is it? A college and career portal for use in grades 6-12
OR access the link from the Evans Website
You or your child can log in with the username and password of S followed by the ID number.
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| MISD MEF ROUGHRIDER NIGHT |
LET'S PLAY BALL!!
McKinney Education Foundation Rough Rider Night is tonight!
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| SCOPE SUMMER SCHOLARS CAMP |
Dear Parents,
We are excited to announce SCOPE, McKinney ISD's summer scholars camp, hosted by the Gifted and Talented Department and the McKinney Gifted and Talented Alliance.
Students who enjoy challenging their minds and continuing to extend their learning during the summer in a fun, fast-paced environment, may be interested in the sessions being offered.
MISD children entering grades 2-9 in the fall are eligible to participate.
Registration closes on June 1st. This year, there are more exciting and fun sessions being offered. The Camp is open to all students!
Click the link below to for further information about this summertime learning experience.
For additional information please see the linked website.
Karen J. Green, M.Ed.
Twitter: @KarenGreen5
McKinney ISD Coordinator Gifted and Talented
1351 N. Hardin Road
McKinney, TX 75071
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| HAC NOW AVAILABLE ON YOUR MOBILE DEVICE |
Home Access Center or HAC is now available on your mobile device using the eSchoolPLUS Family app. McKinney ISD parents and students can use the app to view attendance, classwork, class and activity calendar events, student grade information, and alerts and notifications.
After you download the app from Google Play or the Apple App Store, simply choose your school district name and state and log in with the student's Home Access Center credentials.
If you do not have a Home Access Center account and password, please contact your child's enrolled campus for more information.
Click here to download:
Click here for more information:
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Click here for the athletics website
Click here to order athletic wear.
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We are so lucky to have so many wonderful volunteers who make it possible for us to make our school the very best it can be! Please remember that if you are a returning volunteer, or maybe a first time MISD volunteer, that you must go online to fill out a Volunteer Application and be approved before you can serve in any capacity where you will have contact with students. Sometimes this takes a couple of weeks, so please do it as soon as possible! We need you!!!
Click HERE to go directly to the link.
Thank you so very much! We look forward to having you on our campus!
Note:
Volunteer applications may take up to two weeks to be processed.
If after two weeks you have not been contacted regarding your volunteer status, please contact MISD Human Resources at 469-302-4117. DO NOT contact staff members at schools regarding your volunteer application. Your application is a confidential matter.
Once you are approved, you will be able to volunteer in the district throughout the school year.
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| FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES |
Evan's FCA meets every Tuesday morning (schooldays) at 8:15 in D-119. Everyone is welcome (parents also)!! Please come and bring a friend.
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Calling all 6th graders interested in theatre! We will meet every Wednesday from 8:00a.m.-8:25 a.m. when school is in session to play theatre games, learn more about theatre, and end the year with a 6th grade show! We meet in Mrs. Ebs room C114. Please enter the building through the back doors that lead into the fine arts hall. Doors will be locked after 8:10.
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For information about McKinney Vento and community resources, please click
HERE.
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| IMPORTANT PARENT INFORMATION |
Dear Parents,
Although some of he following information is not new, we would like to remind you of a few policies we have in place here at Evans Middle School. We can't thank you enough for your cooperation!
*For the safety and security of all MISD students and staff, everyone is required to show government issued ID (driver's license, identification card, passport etc.) upon entering the campus or accessing student information.
*In the event your student forgets an item at home, you are welcome to leave it on the cabinet in the front office. Please make sure it is clearly and visibly marked with your student's name. We cannot be responsible for anything left on the cabinet and all food items will be thrown out at 3:45pm. In an effort to keep our classrooms as free from disruption as possible, we will not make phone calls or deliveries to students for items left for pick up.
*We are happy to have your student come to the front office to be checked out once you are in the building, but we do not call students in advance. This will keep our students in the classroom as much as possible. If your student is in a fine arts class, lunch or a PE/Athletics class, please allow for additional time when picking them up. Please be sure that the person picking up your student is on your contact list. We will need to see your driver's license every time you enter campus. Thank you in advance for your help with this.
*We will not be able to call a classroom for dismissal after 3:15pm in order to minimize disruption at the end of the school day. If you must pick your student up at the end of the day, please arrive in plenty of time to meet this deadline. We appreciate your understanding.
*While you are welcome to bring lunch up to school for your child, bringing food to anyone other than your student is prohibited. This is a federally mandated directive.
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Welcome to McKinney ISD's Community Folder. The Community Folder is the electronic communications where school related, non-school related and non-profit organizations may post their information that may be of interest or benefit of students and parents. The information here has been submitted to and approved by the McKinney ISD Communications Department. Check back often for the latest opportunities and information from our community. Listings in this area do not constitute an endorsement of any agency, group, organization or business by McKinney ISD.
For Events Sponsored By Outside Organizations: McKinney ISD does not sponsor, endorse, or assume any responsibility for this event/program. To request accommodations for individuals with disabilities, please contact the sponsoring organization. For general questions or concerns related to the use of facilities by non-district organizations, please contact the campus principal.
click
here for more information.
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| VOLUNTARY STUDENT ACCIDENT INSURANCE |
| Attention Parents:
Under State Law
,
school districts are not liable for accidents which occur in schools.
It
is important to
understand the school/district IS NOT responsible for medical payments or bills for your child.
If
your child is injured during ANY SCHOOL, ATHLETIC OR UIL SPONSORED ACTIVITY
,
all
medical charges are YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
The school district has purchased a supplemented accident polic
y
which covers the students for
UIL activities. This is a limited benefit polic
y
and any charges not covered by this policy are your
responsibility.
For the benefit of parents who do not have insurance or have limited health insurance, the school
district is making available a VOLUNTARY STUDENT/ATHLETIC ACCIDENT INSURANCE
PLAN
.
Please click
HERE to print this brochure in both English and Spanish with enrollment information.
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| CAFETERIA INFORMATION AND MENUS |
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Click HERE for a printable LUNCH MENU Click HERE for a printable BREAKFAST MENU |
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