East Middle School

Raptor Report

08/23/25

What a wonderful week!

We’ve had a great start to the school year! Thank you for your patience and understanding as we get things rolling. We’re so excited to have all of our students back in the building and are looking forward to a wonderful year ahead.

This newsletter is packed with important updates and helpful information to keep you connected and informed. Be sure to read through so you don’t miss anything!

MAP Testing: August 25–29

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MAP testing will take place August 25–29 during core classes. To help students do their best, please make sure they:

  • Get plenty of rest

  • Eat a healthy breakfast

  • Bring a fully charged computer each day

We also ask that, if possible, you avoid scheduling appointments or pulling students out during this time.

Canvas Instructions

Canvas is our online learning platform, and setting up a parent account allows you to stay connected with your student’s classes, assignments, and progress.

Follow the steps below to connect your parent account:

Instructions for Canvas

Dress Code

Dress code policy

Parking Lot Procedures

  • To keep traffic moving, please use designated parking spots if you need to stop.

  • The driving lane should remain clear at all times.

  • Do not block parked cars; you will be asked to move if you do.

  • Always be respectful to others in the parking lot.

Parking Lot procedures image, image of parking lot with green and red arrows to show what should be moving and what is stopped.

School Clubs

Dungeons & Dragons

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Let the Games Begin!

The East Raptors Dungeons and Dragons Club is back for another exciting year! Game nights will be Thursdays, and gametime will be 3:07-5:00 with pickup/cleanup starting at 4:50. 

The Adventures begin Thursday, September 4, 2025 (first Thursday after our Labor Day Holiday).

Dungeons and Dragons Club is open to all East Middle School students.

Note: Students will need a basic understanding of how to play; otherwise, they will need a student-sponsor who can teach them as they are playing. D&D dice sets are provided. Figurines, cards, fancy dice, and battle boards (not necessary for play) are welcome and encouraged.,

See Mr. Jones in room 231 in the 8th Grade Pod for more information.

Knowledge Bowl

Knowledge Bowl is gearing up for their first round of academic competitions against our rival middle schools! Practices will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays after school from 3:15-4:15.

This is a fun and challenging activity, and there’s still time to join! If you’re interested, see Mrs. Slagle in Room 226 for more information.

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Middle School Activities

Football & Volleyball

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Students interested in participating in Football or Volleyball must complete the following before they can participate:

  • A current physical on file

  • Activities concussion form completed (found under Online Forms in Skyward Family Access)

  • $25 registration fee paid

Deadline to sign up: August 22nd

Sports Questions
If you have any questions about sports, please email the coach for your child’s grade level. Coach email addresses are listed in the practice schedule (see image below).

We encourage all students to get involved—don’t miss out!

Practice

Practice schedule for quarter 1 sports, volleyball and football