‘Mustang Stampede’ August 2006 Published Six Times A Year Eustis Middle School 18725 E. Bates Avenue Eustis, FL 32726 Issue #6 EUSTIS M.S. Eustis Middle School 18725 Bates Ave. Eustis, Fl. 32736 Phone: 352-357-3366 Fax: 352-357-5963 Web address: http://www.lake.k12.fl.us/school-ems/ School Motto: Lighting the way to a Brighter Tomorrow VISION STATEMENT At Eustis Middle School, we envision a flexible and creative system working collaboratively with the community to insure a successful transition to high school by providing a safe, resource-filled learning environment designed to guide our students into responsible and respectful citizenry prepared for a lifetime of learning. MISSION STATEMENT At Eustis Middle School, we are committed to improving student performance by creating a safe, learning environment enriched with positive experiences designed to guide the adolescent through the transitional years from elementary to high school while encouraging excellence, mutual respect, and self-reliance. Lighting The Way To A Brighter Tomorrow PARENTAL INPUT Florida Statute 2331.29 requires that parents be given an opportunity to provide input into the instructional performance assessment of teachers. During the course of this school year, your comments and suggestions are welcome. Please feel free to call the school or send any concerns or recommendations relevant to your child’s education. FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK August 2006 Volume 1 Issue 6 For the parents, students, and community of Eustis Middle School. EMS WEBSITE The new look to EMS is on the web. Look for new pages to be regularly added in an effort to better serve the community of Eustis. From the Desk of the principal I would like to take this opportunity to welcome each and everyone one of you back for what will be a very productive school year. I am pleased that we accomplished those goals that we identified at the beginning of last school year. First of which was to offer the students of the Eustis community the best middle school educational experience possible. Secondly, that we again achieve the ‘A” status which is most deserving for this school and community. I congratulate our students, teachers, staff, and all stakeholders who worked extremely hard to meet these goals. Nonetheless, our work is not finished. We have expanded our campus with the addition of a new two story wing and we will be adding new science components to our robust science curriculum in the continuing effort to offer the best to the students of Eustis. I am excited about what the next school year has to offer, and I am ready for the challenges. I look forward to working with all of you once again and as always, I am confident that we will meet every goal set for this new school year and will exceed all expectations. Finally, as always, I am available to assist you with any matter concerning the education of your children. If I can do anything to help your child or you please feel fr ee to call or stop by to see me. Thank you for your continued support and I am looking forward to working with you this coming school year. Al Larry, Principal
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‘Mustang Stampede’August 2006
Published Six Times A YearEustis Middle School
18725 E. Bates AvenueEustis, FL 32726
Issue #6
EUSTIS M.S.Eustis Middle School
18725 Bates Ave.Eustis, Fl. 32736
Phone: 352-357-3366Fax: 352-357-5963
Web address:http://www.lake.k12.fl.us/school-ems/
School Motto:Lighting the way to a Brighter Tomorrow
VISIONSTATEMENT
At Eustis Middle School, we envision aflexible and creative system working
collaboratively with the community to insurea successful transition to high school byproviding a safe, resource-filled learning
environment designed to guide our studentsinto responsible and respectful citizenry
prepared for a lifetime of learning.
MISSIONSTATEMENT
At Eustis Middle School, we are committedto improving student performance bycreating a safe, learning environment
enriched with positive experiences designedto guide the adolescent through the
transitional years from elementary to highschool while encouraging excellence, mutual
respect, and self-reliance.
Lighting The Way To A Brighter Tomorrow
PARENTAL INPUTFlorida Statute 2331.29 requires that parents be given an opportunity to provide input into the
instructional performance assessment of teachers. During the course of this school year, your commentsand suggestions are welcome. Please feel free to call the school or send any concerns orrecommendations relevant to your child’s education.
FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK
August 2006 Volume 1 Issue 6
For the parents, students, and community of Eustis Middle School.
EMS WEBSITEThe new look to EMS is on the web. Look for new pages to be regularly added in an
effort to better serve the community of Eustis.
From the Desk of the principalI would like to take this opportunity to welcome each and everyone one of you back for what
will be a very productive school year. I am pleased that we accomplished those goals that weidentified at the beginning of last school year. First of which was to offer the students of the Eustiscommunity the best middle school educational experience possible. Secondly, that we again achievethe ‘A” status which is most deserving for this school and community. I congratulate our students,teachers, staff, and all stakeholders who worked extremely hard to meet these goals.
Nonetheless, our work is not finished. We have expanded our campus with the addition of anew two story wing and we will be adding new science components to our robust science curriculumin the continuing effort to offer the best to the students of Eustis. I am excited about what the nextschool year has to offer, and I am ready for the challenges. I look forward to working with all ofyou once again and as always, I am confident that we will meet every goal set for this new schoolyear and will exceed all expectations.
Finally, as always, I am available to assist you with any matter concerning the education ofyour children. If I can do anything to help your child or you please feel free to call or stop by tosee me.
Thank you for your continued support and I am looking forward to working with you thiscoming school year.
Al Larry,Principal
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MUSTANG ROUND UPTuesday, August 8, 20068TH GRADE – 2:30 – 3:30 P.M.7TH GRADE – 1:00 – 2:00 P.M.6th GRADE – 10:30 – 11:30 A.M.Campus closes at 3:30 P.M. during pre-planning.
As you arrive on campus, please check the lists posted on the sideof the 600 Building or inside the cafeteria for homeroom/first periodassignments. Students will receive their class schedules from theirhomeroom/first period teachers.
Sixth grade parents please meet in the cafeteria with Mr. Larry,Principal, before going to homeroom/first period.
A MATTER OF SAFETYEustis Middle School is very concerned about the safety of every child.
Supervision is available on our campus beginning at 8:30 a.m. each morning. Ifyou must drop your child off before 8:30, we ask that you enroll your child inthe Early Morning Care Program held in our cafeteria, beginning at 7:30a.m. August 10, 2006.
The fee is $10 a week for the first child in the family plus an additional$5 for every additional child from each family.
The school resource officer will be available to assist you in findingthe cafeteria and with enrollment.
PARENT DROP-OFF & PICK-UPMORNING:· Arrive between 8:30 and 8:50 a.m. Classes begin promptly at 8:50 a.m.· Enter the lot and stay to the right, moving to the area in front of the 2nd (600) building. Pull as far forward
as possible in the yellow loading zone before allowing your child to exit the car.· Have lunch money, signatures, and other supplies ready before you enter the lot.· Deliver these instructions to other drivers who may transport your children.
AFTERNOON:· As you enter the campus, turn to the left around the outside of the parking spaces. Drive down the middle
row. Turn left underneath the Eustis Middle School sign to proceed to the pick-up area. Cones will directyour path.
· Pull as far forward in to the yellow loading zone before stopping to load children.· Tell your children to be in the loading area as soon as possible, and to watch for your car.· Students will not be allowed to cross traffic to enter a parked car, even with an adult. This slows
traffic and puts pedestrians and drivers at risk of injury.If your child is not waiting in the loading zone, pull forward to the front of the line. A staff member
Wednesday8:45 a.m. – First Bell8:55 a.m. – 1st Period3:00 p.m. – School Dismissed
BREAKFAST/LUNCHFOR CHAMPIONS
Breakfast is served on campus each morning from8:30 to 8:50.Breakfast Price - 75 cents and up (subject to change)Lunch-Standard Lunch Price - $1.75 (subject to change)
FREE OR REDUCEDLUNCH AND
BREAKFAST PROGRAMEustis Middle School offers a free or
reduced-price lunch and breakfast program foreligible students. Please contact the school formore information.
MEDICATION REMINDERPlease do not send medication to school with your child.
Parents or guardians must bring all medications to school andcomplete the necessary consent forms in the Guidance Office. Non-prescription medication may be administered for a 72-hour periodby completing a Non-prescription form MIS 61003. After 72 hours,a standing order must be submitted from your child’s physician.All medication must be in an original, unopened container and aconsent form must be completed. For more information, check theStudent and Family Policy Guide on the Lake County SchoolsWebsite: http://www.lake.k12.fl.us.
EARLY CHECK-OUTSParents checking out students early from school should sign their child out at the attendance office.
Remember only doctor appointments, illnesses, death of a family member, recognized religious holidays,and prearranged absences will be excused. All other reasons for checking out your child early will becounted as an unexcused absence.
There will be NO checkouts after 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday and after2:30 p.m. on Wednesdays. Please make the necessary arrangements to avoid checking your child outduring these times.
DRESS CODE 2006-2007
PANTS/SHORTS/SKIRTS ITEMS NOT ALLOWEDMay not hang below hang below hips Clothing representing cult or gang cultureMust be no shorter than fingertip Headgear: Hats, caps, scarves, visorslength when arms are placed straight Bandanas or bandana-type headbandsdown at the student’s side SunglassesA second violation of this policy will result Chains on clothingin the loss of privilege to wear shorts. Unbuckled belts, unbuckled overallsPants may not drag on the ground. Oversized clothingPants must be hemmed. Sleeveless tops/dresses, shirtsMust be no larger than one size above true fit. Sleeveless athletic jerseysTOPS Low-cut tops (either back or front)For females, must be long enough to tuck in. Offensive/inappropriate slogans or picturesMust have short or long sleeves on clothingSHOES Weapons symbols on clothing or jewelryMust have enclosed heel and toe or heel strap. Body piercing except on earsUNDERGARMENTS Clothing that is torn or contains holesMust be worn and must be covered at all times Pajamas
Bedroom slippersCombs in hairBoxers (underwear) worn as shorts
Remember: The Principal has the final authority to determine whether or not a student’s apparelconforms to the dress code. If it is determined that it does not, parents will be asked to bring clothingto school which does conform to the dress code. 2006-2007
ADMINISTRATIVETEAM
Mr. Larry- PrincipalMr. Dosh- Asst. Principal I- 7th gradeMr. Tipton- Asst. Principal II- 6th gradeMrs. Ramirez- Asst. Principal II- 8th grade
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BAND INFORMATIONThe Eustis Middle School Mustang Band has a
Website available to everyone! Check the Websitelisted below periodically for interesting and valuableinformation that will keep parents and students up-to-date on current band activities. A distribution listto all parents with e-mail will be developed so thatparents and students can receive band informationvia e-mail as well as by hard copy sent home withstudents. Check out the band website at: http://www.eustismiddleband.com.
F. A. M. E.FANTASTIC
ACHIEVEMENT INMIDDLE EDUCATIONIn order for students to receive a FAME Award at
the end of the school year, they must: maintain at leasta 3.5 grade point average for each of the first three nine-week grading periods and have no grade lower than a“B” except in Algebra Honors/Geometry Honors.Because of the difficulty of the eighth grade AlgebraHonors/Geometry Honors classes, a “C” in that classonly will still qualify a student for a FAME Award.
A reception at the end of the school yearsponsored by PTO honors FAME recipients.
HONOR ROLLIn order to qualify for Honor Roll status, studentsmust earn at least 18 points (3.0) each nine weekswith no grades below a “B.”
A = 4 pointsB = 3 points
For eighth grade students taking Algebra Honors,the following point system for the Algebra grade onlyis used.
A = 5 pointsB = 4 pointsC = 3 points
At the end of each nine-weeks grading period, honorroll students will be recognized at an Honor RollBreakfast sponsored by the PTO.
MUSTANG SPORTS ANDATHLETICS
The Eustis Middle School Physical EducationDepartment offers opportunities for students to learna variety of sports and leisure time skills. Alsoavailable is the opportunity to participate inbasketball, volleyball, and track competition atvarious levels.Specific information concerning eligibility andinsurance requirements will be distributed during theschool year.
SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL APPLICATION
If you would like to be eligible to join Eustis Middle School’s SAC, please return the completed formbelow. Certain legislative requirements govern SAC membership. We meet on the 3rd Wednesday of everymonth at 3:30 pm in the media center.The first meeting will be on August 16, 2006 at 3:30 pm in the EMS Media Center
In an effort to better serve the students of EMSthe guidance counselors will move up to the nextgrade level along with the children. This yearsguidance counselors will be:
SACS CASI ACCREDITATIONEustis Middle School has submitted a membership application to the Southern Association of Colleges
and Schools Council on Accreditation and School Improvement (SACS CASI, ). Even though we haveabout two years of work ahead of us to earn accreditation we are excited for this opportunity and thebenefits our school will reap. Following is a synopsis of the implications of accreditation.
Accreditation is earned by meeting specific research based standards, implementing a school improvementplan focused on student performance, and being regularly evaluated by an outside group of professional educators.School Benefits· Provided a proven process for raising student achievement· Access to multiple resources designed to support and facilitate school improvement· The ability to analyze and use data is improved through participation in the accreditation process and the
use of resourcesStudent Benefits· Recent studies reveal that student achievement has occurred in the majority of schools actively engaged
in school improvement through accreditation· Accreditation eases the transfer of students from one accredited school to another by assuring the quality
of a sending school· Some sport programs, grants, scholarships, military programs, colleges, and other post-secondary
institutions require students to come from accredited schoolsBenefits to Parents, Business Community, and the General Public· Accreditation provides assurance that the school is committed to raising student achievement, providing
a safe and enriching learning environment, and maintaining an efficient and effective operation· Provides assurance that researched based standards are adhered to and continuous improvement occurs
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IMPORTANT PARENT INFORMATION
PTO NEWS2006-2007
First Meeting: August 14, 2006 at 7:00 pm in theMedia Center.
The PTO meets on the 2nd Monday of everymonth at 7:00 pm. We value your input and extendan invitation to all to be a part of this organization.For more information call: 357-3366
HOW WELL ARE YOUHELPING YOUR CHILD
STUDY?In middle school,
homework gets tougherand requires strongerstudy skills. Here’sa quiz to see if youare helping your childstudy effectively.Give yourself five points for something you do often,and zero points for something you never do as wellas any number of points in between five and zero forthings you occasionally do.
___1. I have my child work in a regular study spot.___2. I turn off the TV during study time.___3. I make sure my child has the study supplies
he/she needs.___4. I have my child study at the same time each day.___5. I do not allow interruptions of any kind
during my child’s study time.
How Did You Score?Twenty points and above means you’re helping yourchild develop good study habits. Fifteen to 19 isaverage. Below 15? Try some of the suggestions inthe quiz to help your child study.
FCAT EXPLORER:FREE FCAT PRACTICE
ON THE INTERNETThe FCAT Explorer is a free, online practice
program from the Florida Department of Education.It features three practice programs created especiallyfor middle school students: Reading Island,Interactive Library, and Math Navigator. All threeprograms offer practice for the skills tested on theFCAT and feature lots of stuff to help you get themost out of your study time. Reading Island offers37 reading passages with over 250 practice questions.Reading Boardwalk contains 60 reading passagesand over 500 practice questions to help you do yourbest on the FCAT. Math Navigator contains 140 mathquestions and features an online calculator and ahandy formula reference sheet. Best of all, theFCAT Explorer is online, which means you can usethe FCAT Explorer on any computer connected tothe Internet: at school, at the library, even at home.Your performance on the test can benefit from the
extra time you spend studying math and reading onthe FCAT Explorer. To get your free FCAT Explorersign-in name and password, see your guidancecounselor or media specialist, or visit the Web siteat www.fcatexplorer.com. Log on today!
FLORIDA VIRTUALSCHOOL – ANY TIME,
ANY PLACE, ANYPATH, ANY PACE
Florida VirtualSchool (FLVS) is anestablished leader indeveloping andproviding virtualK-12 educationsolutions to studentsthroughout the country. A nationally recognized e-Learning model, FLVS was founded in 1997 and wasthe country’s first state-wide Internet-based public highschool. Today, FLVS serves MIDDLE and high schoolstudents with more than 85 courses. FVLS providesonline courses for grades 6 to 12 as well as for adultsseeking GED alternatives in both Florida and out-of-state through their Global Services Division. FLVSoffers opportunities for middle school students foracceleration and for remediation. For more in-depthinformation, go to and click on course information. Ifyou are interested in taking any of these courses, contactyou EMS guidance counselor.
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GET INVOLVEDEMS offers a variety of clubs and
extracurricular activities including Band(Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, andJazz), Student Council, History Club,National Honor Society, Newspaper andYearbook Staff.
SCHOOLLOCKS FORLOCKERS
Locks for the 2006-2007 school year will beavailable through you 1stperiod teacher for $3.00.
August 10 First Day of ClassesSeptember 4 Labor Day/HolidayOctober 13 End of First Grading PeriodOctober 16 Pupil HolidayOctober 17 Second Grading Period BeginsNovember 10 Veterans’ Day HolidayNovember 22-24 Thanksgiving HolidayNovember 27 Class ResumeDecember 21 End of Second Grading PeriodDecember 22-29 Winter HolidayJanuary 1-5 Winter HolidayJanuary 8 Third Grading Period BeginsJanuary 15 Martin Luther King, Jr./HolidayFebruary 19 President’s Day/HolidayMarch 13 End of Third Grading PeriodMarch 14 Pupil HolidayMarch 15 Fourth Grading Period BeginsApril 6-13 Spring BreakApril 16 Classes ResumeMay 24 End of Fourth Grading Period
REGISTRATIONDocumentation Required of All Students
Registering for the First Time at Eustis Middle1. Proof of Residency (Copy of power bill or
lease/mortgage agreement – must showname and residence address (TELEPHONEBILL IS NOT ACCEPTED).
2. Proof of immunization3. Report card – Must show proof of current
grade level.4. Guardianship – If you have a student living
with you other than your own child, you musthave legal documents or a notarizedstatement from the parents.
5. If your child is a Special Education student,you must call 357-3366 to make anappointment to review the IEP with aguidance counselor.
Students transferring from privateschool, out of state, or home school also need:1. Current physical2. Birth certificate – MUST have copy
