News from East Hills 5-12-17

SCHOOL NEWS

Principal's Message 5-12-17

Dear East Hills School Community:

This past Thursday, our fifth-grade musical, Seussical the Musical, took center stage. Our cafeteria was transformed into all things Dr. Seuss! Our performers were very impressive. Thank you to Mr. Schumacher for all his hard work and support of our students! Thank you to Mrs. Rayburn and the EHMS Art Club for the creation of an impressive and beautiful backdrop. Additionally, thank you to our parents and families organizing and supporting our fifth-grade actors through the rehearsals and shows. The fifth-grade musical was truly a team effort!

Please take a moment to review our news articles as well as upcoming events in this week's Broadcast! Spring is an incredibly busy time, and we would not want you to miss anything. In particular, we would like to highlight our upcoming sixth-/seventh-/eighth-grade band and orchestra concert on Wednesday, May 17 at 7:00 p.m. and our annual Ice Cream Social on Friday, May 19 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.. Also please plan ahead. We have a half day of school on Friday, May 26 (11:35 a.m. dismissal) and no school on Monday, May 29. Additionally, Friday, May 26 is the district Move-Up Day. Eighth graders will report to Bloomfield Hills High School instead of East Hills Middle School for the day. Please watch for details and instructions about Move-Up Day in next week's News from East Hills.

Have a great weekend, and Happy Mother's Day!

"Have a heart that never hardens, and a temper that never tires, and a touch that never hurts."
-Charles Dickens

Jason

Jason Rubel
Principal
East Hills Middle School
Bloomfield Hills Schools
(248) 341-6205
Twitter: @EastHills5_8
East Hills Middle School Website
"Enabling learners to become architects of their futures. . ."

Next Week's A/B Schedule:
Mon., May 15 - A Day
Tues., May 16 - B Day
Wed., May 17 - A Day
Thurs., May 18 - B Day
Fri., May 19 - A Day

KEY DATES
The following are upcoming key dates for the school year. Our full calendar for the year can be accessed on our website.
-Fri., May 12 Progress Report #4 (6th/7th/8th Grades)
-Wed., May 17 6th/7th/8th Grade Band & Orchestra Concert (7:00 p.m.)
-Fri., May 19 Ice Cream Social (6:00-9:00 p.m.)
-Tues., May 23 Vocal Music Concert - All Grades (5th/6th/7th/8th) (7:00 p.m.)
-Thurs., May 25 8th Grade Breakfast (8:15 a.m.)
-Fri., May 26 1/2 Day - Move Up Day (11:35 a.m.Dismissal)
-Mon., May 29 No School - Memorial Day-Mon., May 29 No School - Memorial Day
-Wed., June 7 PTO Meeting (9:30 a.m.)
-Wed., June 7 5th Grade Band & Orchestra Concert (7:00 p.m.)
-Thurs., June 8 8th Grade Musical Performance (7:00 p.m.)
-Fri., June 9 Field Day
-Thurs., June 15 8th Grade Farewell Party (7:00-10:00 p.m.)
-Fri., June 16 8th Grade Recognition Assembly (9:00-10:30 a.m.)
-Fri., June 16 Last Day of School - 1/2 Day (11:35 a.m. Dismissal)

Pay to Participate Refund Request Deadline - June 2

If you paid a Pay to Participate fee earlier in the school year, and your student did not participate in any East Hills club or sports, you may be entitled to a refund. Please review and complete the Co-Curricular Pay to Participate Fee Refund Letter. The letter MUST BE e-mailed or sent through US mail to the address on the form. Forms returned to school offices will not be processed. The deadline for submission of the form is Friday, June 2.

East Hills Ice Cream Social - Friday, May 19 (6:00-9:00 PM) - Volunteers Needed

We are looking forward to our annual East Hills Ice Cream Social – Friday, May 19 (6:00-9:00 PM). The Ice Cream Social is an East Hills family event. Not only is the event open to our current students and families, but we are also inviting next year's incoming fourth- & fifth-grade families and students (current third & fourth-grade families and students) to come over and share in the fun.

Pre-paid admission wrist bands are $7.00 each and will be sold on Thursday, May 18 and Friday, May 19 during lunch at East Hills. Admission is $9.00 the night of the event. Admission with wrist band includes unlimited access to the inflatables, carnival games, DJ, performers, face painting, auction, and much more. The event also includes the annual "8th Graders vs. Teachers" Basketball & Volleyball Matches! All students must be accompanied by an adult age 18+ at the event. Students and siblings need admission wrist bands. Adults and children under 5 are free!

We are in great need of volunteers to staff tables and games, serve food and drinks, and keep kids safe and secure. We cannot do this without many volunteers! Sign Up to help here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c48adab2ba0f58-2016. This is a family event, so you will be there anyway! Please help!!

If you have any questions, please contact Wendy Schwartz at wendylrschwartz@gmail.com

Check out the flyer HERE!

Thank you,

Wendy Schwartz

2016-17 PTO President

6th/7th/8th Grade Band and Orchestra Concert - "May Masquerade" - May 17 (7:00 PM)

When: Wednesday, May 17, 2017
Where: EHMS GYMNASIUM
Time: Students arrive at 6:10 p.m.. Check-in location TBD.
Attire: Students have two options for this year-end concert.

Option 1: Standard Concert Dress

Boys: Black pants, black socks, black dress shoes or dark shoes, and the Red EHMS Music Polo Shirt.
Girls: Black pants/slacks (no leggings unless worn under a skirt) with black socks or black skirt (knee length or longer) with black tights, black dress shoes or dark shoes, and the Red EHMS Music Polo Shirt.

Option 2: Costumes
Dress like your favorite musician or musical hero. Any costumes must follow school dress code guidelines.

Any questions, concerns or conflicts please notify Mr. Erde at nerde@bloomfield.org or Mrs. Lucas at rlucas@bloomfield.org as soon as possible.

Grade Advancement Math Placement Information - Requests Due by May 18

Building Grade Advancement Math Placement testing will occur between May 19 and May 31, with decisions and parent notification occurring in June. If you want your child to be considered for Grade-Up Math placement, please contact your child's classroom teacher by Thursday, May 18. For more information about our math acceleration process, test administration, and final placement notification, please click here.

Third Quarter Honor Roll

Attached are the third quarter honor rolls for East Hills. Please let us know if there are any spelling errors as we will be printing certificates soon. Congratulations to all students for your hard work, wonderful achievement, and great citizenship!

There are three categories:
High Honor Roll -- All A's in all classes and 1's or 2's in behavior
Honor Roll -- All A's or B's in all classes and 1's or 2's in behavior
Outstanding Citizenship -- All 1's in all classes in behavior

Third Quarter Honor Roll Updated 5-12-17

K-8 Robotics Registration Due June 2

Are you interested in joining a Robotics Team? Please follow the steps: 1. Visit https://www.bloomfield.org/recreation 2. Click on the green button the sign up, login / register an account if needed. 3. Click "browse" and "continue" to register for Robotics. All students grades K-8 must register by June 2. If you have questions, please contact the Recreation Department at 248.433.0885 or Recreation@bloomfield.org.

Lady Bionic Black Hawks - FREE S.T.E.A.M. Camp

Students will embark on a journey to investigate the imaginative world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) within a fun and supportive learning environment. We will be doing hands on learning activities including using a computer software program to design their very own figure and print it on our 3D printers and broadcasting the students on our cable TV show to reward the winning popsicle bridge design. They will also be exploring a light switch power circuit and learn Math through fun group games. Lastly, students will be exposed to FIRST Robotics through a demonstration from a FIRST Team within their age group. Students should being their own peanut free lunch, snack and refillable water bottle. Camp is for BH students only. Girls only; free to join! Grades 3-5, August 8-9; Grades 6-8, August 10. Register online at www.bloomfield.org/recreation

Youth Soccer Night Recap

Thank you to the Bloomfield Hills Community for coming out to support our Girls Soccer Program on 'Community Night'. The support in the stands was tremendous and fueled our program to a 4-0 victory over Clarkston! It was a gorgeous night and a HUGE turnout! All of the elementary and middle school youth soccer players loved the activities and giveaways. The next home games are on Monday, May 15th against Seaholm. Come out and watch some great soccer! -Bloomfield Hills High School Girls Soccer Program

Free BHS Lacrosse Clinics May 13 and 20

Attention students who wish to give lacrosse a try! Bloomfield Hills Schools is offering free Boys Lacrosse clinics to 3rd-8th grade students of all skill levels on Saturday 13 and 20 at 1:00 pm-2:30 pm at Bloomfield Hills Middle School's football field (weather permitting). No reservations necessary. Questions? Contact Avis Najor, Middle School Athletic Director, at 248.341.5760 or avnajor@bloomfield.org.

Anish Dutta Wins 5th Place at Chess Tournament

Anish Dutta, East Hills Chess Club member, participated in the Roeper Scholastic tournament at the end of April. Anish took fifth place in the beginner category for 4th-8th grades. Congrats, Anish!

The IB Learner Profile Trait for May: COMMUNICATOR

May's IB Learner Profile trait is "Communicator." Students who are communicators are able to think and communicate in more than one language. They can express their ideas by speaking, drawing and writing. They can also communicate using mathematical language and symbols. Ultimately we strive for our students to work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others. Frank Tyger once said, "Hearing is one of the body's five senses, but listening is an art." The East Hills Middle School Staff encourages you to reflect with your child on how they can be an effective communicator this month.

How can parents help to develop students who are Communicators at home?

Encourage your child to stay in touch with relatives and friends who live in other states or countries by writing letters, using the phone or sending email.
When working on mathematics homework, encourage your child to explain his/her answer to you orally or by drawing a picture.
Work with your child to improve his/her listening skills. Being a good listener is an important part of communicating effectively with others.

We appreciate your efforts at home to help support the Learner Profile Traits each month!

IB Focus On Learning: 7th Grade Foods Class

This week, 7th graders in Mrs. Van Tillburg's foods classes wrapped up their lunch unit by creating their own lunch recipes. Students inquired on how to use healthy ingredients to develop their recipes and researched a variety of lunch foods. Throughout the process, students encountered challenges and worked together to problem-solve and come up with alternate ways of completing their recipes. The result was a variety of great foods including tacos, pasta salad, and soups. It was wonderful to see all students actively engaged in the meal preparation and dialogue on creating healthy meals!

As always, please feel free to contact me with questions, ideas, or news at any time.

Julia Beattie
IB-Teacher-Leader
East Hills Middle School
jbeattie@bloomfield.org

Teya Purimetla - Essay Contest Winner

Teya Purimetla won second place in the Tenth National Essay Contest for the Korean Spirit and Cultural Promotion Project. Congratulations, Teya!

2017 Spring State Forensics Tournament Results

Dramatic Interpretation:
Ali Wernette (honorable mention) 8th Grade
Kalyn Mullens (honorable mention) 8th Grade

Original interpretation:
Makaela Nash (semi-finalist) 7th Grade
Samantha Nahhas (semi-finalist) 7th Grade

Poetry:
Zeinh Aboushaar (semi-finalist) 8th Grade

Prose:
Valeria Cordero (honorable mention) 6th Grade

Impromptu:
Ryad Iqval (honorable mention) 7th Grade
Vynateya Purimetla (semi-finalist) 8th Grade
Sam Curcuru (semi-finalist) 7th Grade

Storytelling:
Asa Cengeri (honorable mention) 6th Grade

Duo:
Ben Bower and Savannah Harnphanich (honorable mention) 7th Grade

Broadcasting/Declamation:
Deema El-Baba (semi-finalist) 8th Grade

Middle School Newspaper Workshop

Michigan Interscholastic Press Association (MIPA) is hosting this first time opportunity for middle school students in grades 6-8 from Sunday, July 30 - Thursday, August 3, 2017 at Michigan State University. Students will learn the basics of how to be a news reporter, including writing, design, photography and video. CLICK HERE for more details or to register.

High School News for Current 8th Graders

The BHHS Bionic Black Hawks Robotics team will be hosting an information night for rising students grades 9-12 Wednesday, May 24 from 7-8:30 p.m. at the Shop in the Lahser Building. CLICK HERE for more details.

Tryouts for the 2017-2018 Poms team will take place starting Tuesday, May 30th. 8th graders interested in tryout out for the team should plan to attend an informational meeting on Thursday, May 25th at 3:30 p.m. in BHHS room A103. CLICK HERE for more details.

The Girls Golf team is hosting a player/parent meeting for rising students grades 9-12 on June 1 in the lower cafe of the high school. CLICK HERE for more details.

The Band and Orchestra Program has announced important Marching Band dates for fall 2017, Symphony Band Auditions, and an Orlando Trip for Band, Orchestra, and Choir in February 2018. CLICK HERE for more details.

The Girls Golf Program is hosting a clinic for grades 6, 7, and 8 on 5/10 and 5/17 from 4-5 p.m. at Carls Golf Land. The cost is $10 per session. CLICK HERE for more details.

Limited Number of Yearbooks Still Available

There is a limited number of yearbooks that can be purchased. Order forms can be found in the office. Please return the form and payment to Mrs. Tripp in Room 204.

M-Step Testing Information

M-Step testing will begin right after Spring Break in April. Please take note of the testing windows for your child below. Block teachers will post their specific testing times on their Moodle or Google Classroom pages as soon as they are available. Teachers have access to practice sessions provided by the State, and have been encouraged to allow students to see samples of the assessments.

We kindly request that out of school appointments not be scheduled during the school day, if possible, while M-Step is going on. Students who are absent during a testing session are pulled from class for make ups.

Thank you in advance for all your efforts to make M-Step testing a positive experience. Best practice informs us that several factors influence test outcomes:

Arriving at school well rested and after having a healthy breakfast.
Approaching the test with a positive attitude.
Taking your time, doing your best, and asking for clarification, when needed.

M-Step Testing Windows
April 10 – May 5: 5th & 8th grades ELA, Math and Social Studies
May 1 – May 26: 6th & 7th grades ELA and Math (7th Grade also takes Science)

For more information, please read this Parent letter from State Superintendent Brian Whiston.

Attention Parents of Class of 2021

Parents of Class of 2021:

If you were unable to attend parent orientation on Wednesday evening, you may find the presentation HERE or on Bloomfield Hills High School website under School Life in the left-hand column.

The PTO Needs Your Help - Please Consider Making a Donation!

Dear EHMS Families,

The PTO has received a wonderful number of memberships this year, so thank you for your continued involvement! Sadly,
we still have a deficit in our budget for this year. Please click on the appropriate grade level link below for more information about how you can help.

Again, thank you for all your support!

Truly,

Wendy Schwartz
2016-17 PTO President

8th Grade Information

7th Grade Information

6th Grade Information

5th Grade Information

National Junior Honor Society - 8th Grade Students

Dear Families of 8th Grade Students,

This week, Mr. Kalanquin spoke with the eighth-grade class about National Junior Honor Society. This is a national program of recognition for students who achieve well during their eighth-grade year. Students in the eighth grade are eligible to be considered for National Junior Honor Society if they accomplish four separate criteria.The four criteria are: 1. Maintaining a 3.5 grade point average or better throughout their eighth-grade year; 2. Achieving all 1s and 2s in citizenship throughout their eighth-grade year; 3. Writing a one-page essay in which they describe in detail how they showed leadership during their eighth-grade year; 4. Accomplishing 20 hours of community service outside of their school day.

Any eighth grader who accomplishes these four criteria will be admitted to the National Junior Honor Society. The students are acknowledged at the eighth-grade recognition program on the last day of school and receive a National Junior Honor Society certificate.

The forms with the criteria listed and a community service log were made available to all eighth-grade students in their core academic classes. Additional forms are linked below or can be picked up from Mr. Kalanquin. The essay and 20 hours of community service are due by the Tuesday following Memorial Day weekend.

NJHS Criteria
NJHS Community Service Log

Athletics Pay-to-Participate Information

Families must pay the Pay-to-Participate fee before participating in any sport, which includes try-outs. This fee can only be paid online (click here) or through the Athletics and Recreation Department located at the Doyle Center.

If your child will participate in a sport or club at East Hills Middle School this coming school year, you can get a jump start by submitting your Pay to Participate fee to the Bloomfield Hills Athletic Department now. This district-wide fee is required for our students in grades 6, 7 and 8, who participate in any EHMS sport or club. The Pay-to-Participate fee should not be submitted to the EHMS office. Instead, please submit it directly to the athletic department. Options and instructions for payment are explained in the attached documents. Fifth-grade students who participate in a multi-grade sport or club will be advised by the coach or club sponsor when fees are required, so please do not pay fees for your fifth-grade student in advance.

Additionally, students must have a current athletic physical form on file in the EHMS office before participating in any EHMS team sport, in any manner, including tryouts or practices. A physical is considered current if it took place on or after April 15 of the previous school year. The district form, available at the link below, must be completed and signed by your physician. Incomplete or unsigned forms will not be accepted.

Athletic Physical Form

Pay-to-Participate Form

Cavalier Fund Information

To further our mission for equity and inclusion, the East Hills Global Education Team (GET) is pleased to share information about the Cavalier Fund. The purpose of this fund is to provide access for all students to enjoy school activities (e.g., field trips). As a school community, our desire is for all students to have these learning experiences. Our intention is to provide families with a chance to give funds to assist our students in a direct and meaningful way. Look for upcoming forms regarding field trips, school events, and other specific enrichment activities for opportunities to donate. You may specify how your funds will be directed through future communication (field trip forms and other specific events and opportunities). Click on this link to see more details and review an example of how you will be able to participate and to give toward this new fund.

District Food Service Updates

Welcome back families and students! Here's a quick update on what's going on in food service this year:

We have a new web version of the free/reduced app! Parents can go to https://webconnect.bloomfield.org/fsonline/Main/Lo... to fill it out. It's quicker than paper! You must reapply every year. All apps need to be completed by October 1 or they will return to paid status.
For any student with a food allergy please fill out the food allergy form found on the www.bloomfield.org site under the lunch tab. It must be filled out by a physician and turned in to the food service office. For questions regarding allergies please call the food service office at 248-341-5671.
All menus will be on the Bloomfield website under lunch as well as coming soon to the http://bloomfield.schooldish.com/ site.
There is no longer a charge to put money online using Parent Connect for school meals! This is a great way to check your student's balances as well as check to see what they are eating.
To buy meals and a la carte items you must have money on your student's account. If you are in the negative this amount needs to be paid off at the start of school.
Field trip meals are available to order online on our website as well. Please allow 72 hours for orders.
At BHHS we will soon offer after school meals & snacks to order on the go! Check our website for upcoming details.
Look for new menu items, features and more at all schools! Check your student's menu and the website for more details!

East Hills is a Nut-Restricted School

Please remember that nuts of all kinds are restricted at East Hills because of students with severe and life-threatening allergies. The restriction is in effect in the entire building and at all times, including the school day, after school, evenings and weekends.

East Hills Middle School became a nut-restricted school in January of 2013. As a result, please carefully read and review all food packaging prior to sending food items to school. For further information on food allergies, consult www.foodallergy.org We appreciate in advance your full cooperation.

Nut Restricted Letter Summer 2016

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