Eastland Middle School

Unfortunately due to the continued bad weather and interruptions to vital services all EISD school campuses will remained closed through Friday, Feb. 19th. Our dedicated team of administrators and maintenance crew are working hard to assess and maintain our buildings so we can get back to teaching our students next week. The Siebert FEMA dome is open for anyone needing shelter during these trying times. We are grateful and blessed to be a part of this wonderful community that has banded together during this trying time. I pray for continued safety and health for you all in the days to come. Please continue to check on your neighbors and take care of one another. We look forward to seeing all our families and students back at school next Monday. Even when it’s crazy cold...”It’s a GREAT day to be a Maverick!” Dr. Jason Cochran

EISD will not have school on Tuesday (2-16-21) and Wednesday (2-17-21). We will keep you updated as we go through the week. Stay safe and warm.

No School on Monday. The Methodist Church Valentines Banquet scheduled for tomorrow has been postponed until Saturday, February 20th.

The Middle School basketball games scheduled for Thursday, February 11th have been postponed until Tuesday, February 16th. The games will still be played at Peaster Junior High with the 7B game beginning at 4:30.

2/5/2021 Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a STUDENT who was lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 was present on the campus of Eastland Middle School on Friday, February 5, 2021. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individual or details that may identify him or her. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individual. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individual have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: • Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Fatigue • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Congestion or runny nose • Shaking or exaggerated shivering • Significant muscle pain or ache • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is having a heart strong program on Feb. 4 and Feb. 16. It is one session but the 4th is an evening program and the 16th is a lunch program. They will have a cardiology specialist answering questions, the latest on heart health from Texas A & M, and testimonies from real Texans who are survivors and working on keeping their heart healthy. If you or anyone you know could benefit from this program please share the information. Amy-O’Brien-Glenn County Extension Agent – Eastland County Family & Community Health

1/29/2021 Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a STUDENT who was lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 was present on the campus of Siebert Elementary School on Friday, January 29. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individual or details that may identify him or her. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individual. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individual have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: • Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Fatigue • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Congestion or runny nose • Shaking or exaggerated shivering • Significant muscle pain or ache • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

1/27/2021 Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a two STUDENTS who were lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 were present on the campus of Eastland Middle School on Wednesday, January 27. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individuals or details that may identify them. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individuals. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individuals have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: • Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Fatigue • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Congestion or runny nose • Shaking or exaggerated shivering • Significant muscle pain or ache • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

Eastland ISD will not have school on Monday 1-11-21 due to inclement weather conditions.

12/17/2020 Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a STUDENT who was lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 was present on the campus of Siebert Elementary School on Tuesday, December 15. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individual or details that may identify him or her. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individual. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individual have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: • Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Fatigue • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Congestion or runny nose • Shaking or exaggerated shivering • Significant muscle pain or ache • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

12/15/2020 Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a STUDENT who was lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 was present on the campus of Eastland Middle School on Tuesday, December, 15. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individual or details that may identify him or her. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individual. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individual have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit Loss of taste or smell Cough Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath Fatigue Headache Chills Sore throat Congestion or runny nose Shaking or exaggerated shivering Significant muscle pain or ache Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

12/15/2020 Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a STUDENT who was lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 was present on the campus of Eastland High School on Tuesday, December,15. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individual or details that may identify him or her. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individual. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individual have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: • Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Fatigue • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Congestion or runny nose • Shaking or exaggerated shivering • Significant muscle pain or ache • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

12/15/2020 Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a STUDENT who was lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 was present on the campus of Eastland Middle School on Monday, December, 14. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individual or details that may identify him or her. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individual. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individual have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: • Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Fatigue • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Congestion or runny nose • Shaking or exaggerated shivering • Significant muscle pain or ache • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

2021 Eastland County Livestock Show Schedule ECLRA Show Grounds 475 FM 3101 Eastland, Texas 76448 Tuesday, January 12, 2021 8:00 am-5:00 pm - Art, Canning, Photography & Sewing early entries taken (Eastland County Extension Office) Wednesday, January 13, 2021 9:00 am - Gates open for animals to be admitted 9:00 am-7:00 pm – Art, Canning, Photography, Sewing & Baking entries taken (Hutto-Humiston Building) New 4:00 pm - Scales open. —HOGS ONLY New 5:00 pm - Chicken and Turkey check in 6:00 pm – Chicken and Turkey must be in place. New 7:00 pm – Poultry show – Broilers followed by Turkeys (Moylan Exposition Arena) 7:00 pm - Hogs must be weighed and in place. Thursday, January 14, 2021 New 8:00am--Swine show– Breeding followed by Prospect Pigs, then Market (Moylan Exposition Arena) New 9:00 am—Cattle check in 9:00 am – Ag Mechanics (Hutto-Humiston Building) New 11:00 am—Cattle must be weighted and heifer papers turned in. New 2:00 pm – Cattle show –Beef Heifers, then Steers (Outside Showring) New Immediately following steer show Commercial Heifer Show (Commercial Cattle Pens) ***If bad weather then cattle will show immediately after hog show. New 4:00 pm –Scales open for lambs, goats and rabbits. New 7:00 pm—Lambs, goats and rabbits must be weighted and in place. Breeding rabbits need to check in (do not need to bring breeding rabbits). Friday, January 15, 2021 8:00 am – Rabbit show (Market followed by Breeding) New 10:00 am – Angora Goats - Breeding followed by Market (Moylan Exposition Arena) New 11:00 am – Market Lambs followed by Market Meat Goats (Moylan Exposition Arena) Intermission New 1:00 pm – Breeding Sheep followed by Breeding Meat Goats (Moylan Exposition Arena 5:00 pm – Deadline to remove Art, Canning, Photography, Sewing & Baking exhibits. Saturday, January 16, 2021 12:00 pm—Buyers Meal 1:00 pm – Auction & Presentation of Awards (Moylan Exposition Arena) ***No animals at the sale

12/10/2020 Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a STAFF MEMBER who was lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 was present on the campus of Eastland Middle School on Tuesday, December, 8. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individual or details that may identify him or her. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individual. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individual have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: • Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Fatigue • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Congestion or runny nose • Shaking or exaggerated shivering • Significant muscle pain or ache • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

12/4/2020 Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a STAFF MEMBER who was lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 was present on the campus of Siebert Elementary School on Friday, December, 4. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individual or details that may identify him or her. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individual. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individual have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: • Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Fatigue • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Congestion or runny nose • Shaking or exaggerated shivering • Significant muscle pain or ache • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a STAFF MEMBER who was lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 was present on the campus of Siebert Elementary School on Wednesday, December, 2. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individual or details that may identify him or her. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individual. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individual have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: • Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Fatigue • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Congestion or runny nose • Shaking or exaggerated shivering • Significant muscle pain or ache • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

12/2/2020 Dear Parent/Guardian, In keeping with Eastland ISD’s practices to respond to COVID-19, we are notifying all student families that a STUDENT who was lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 was present on the campus of Eastland Middle School on Wednesday December, 2. Due to privacy requirements, we will not be releasing the name of the individual or details that may identify him or her. The District is working with local health officials and we have begun a case investigation. Campus administrators have contacted any individuals determined to be in close contact with the infected individual. We will keep you apprised of further updates that may be necessary. While we do not have reason to believe that those who were not in close contact with the infected individual have reason to be concerned, we ask that you, as always, to watch for symptoms of COVID-19. Any of the following symptoms indicate a possible COVID-19 infection: • Feeling feverish or a measured temperature greater than or equal to 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit • Loss of taste or smell • Cough • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath • Fatigue • Headache • Chills • Sore throat • Congestion or runny nose • Shaking or exaggerated shivering • Significant muscle pain or ache • Diarrhea, nausea or vomiting If you or any member of the EISD community does begin experiencing any of these symptoms in a way that is not typical, we encourage you to contact your physician. We encourage anyone in the EISD community who is lab-confirmed to have COVID-19 to please notify our school by contacting the campus administrator. Dr. Jason Cochran - Superintendent Eastland ISD

The Mavericks vs Gunter playoff game will be livestreamed on the following platforms: https://www.nfhsnetwork.com/events/uil/gamec32e63963 https://www.texanlive.com/2020/11/eastland-vs-gunter-12-3-2020-700pm-football-globe-life-park-regional-finals-playoffs/

Eastland (home) vs Gunter (visitor) UIL Regional Quarterfinals – Thursday 12/3/2020 Site: Globe Life Park - 1000 Ballpark Way, Arlington TX 76001 Kickoff: 7:00 Parking lot Opens: 5:30 Gates Open: 6:00 TICKETING /PARKING INFORMATION Ticket Type Available: Tickets will be sold in pods of 2, 4, and 6 Ticket Prices: $12.00 – Check www.texasrangers.com/football Pre-Purchased Parking: $15.00 Day of Parking: $15.00 Parking will be in lots: M,N,E, and L. **Please note that Parking Lot D will not be available** Tickets on Sale at: www.texasrangers.com/football or at Globe Life Park (no cash sales) **Please read all requirements of Globe Life Park** All guests entering Globe Life Park will be required to wear a face covering. The requirement does not apply to people who are eating or drinking, to anyone for whom the wearing of a face covering poses a significant mental or physical health risk, and/or to children under the age of 10. Masks are also required in the building and social distancing is encouraged. FAN INGRESS & SCREENING *Congregation inside the ballpark or parking lots before and after the game is highly discouraged *A ticket will be required to enter the stadium gates for guests *Walkthrough metal detector screenings will take place at all entry gates *NO BAG policy will be enforced with the exception of a medical bag or diaper bag *Masks and or face covering will be needed for entry. No Re-Entry policy will be enforced *Fans will not be allowed on the field HOME PLATE GATE (HOME TEAM) – GENERAL ADMISSION ENTRANCE *Home Plate Gate will serve as the designated entrance for all of the Eastland HS fans attending the game CONCESSION STANDS *Concessions to open (1) hour prior to kickoff *Cashless transactions for all stands open on the main concourse *Packaged snacks and pre-packaged ballpark items * Items to include – hot dogs, nachos, snack items (chips, popcorn etc.) *Quantity of concession stands open on the main concourse will be on an attendance basis PROHIBITED ITEMS *No outside food or drink permitted in the building except for a clear, sealed bottle of water for the individual. *Bags will not be permitted into the building. However - any bags carried for medical reasons, as well as manufactured diaper bags that accompany infants and young children, are permitted. *Bags carried into the venue by Band, Drill, and Cheer are permitted *Clothing with offensive or profane language *Disorderly conduct *Laser pointers *Noisemakers *However – these are subject to inspection pending size and may be allowed in by security’s discretion *Drones/Use of drones *Wagons *Oversized Banners *Exception of removable signs and banners brought in by the Cheerleading team or Spirit Clubs *Balloons, Confetti, Streamers *Weapons of any kind, including knives, even if properly permitted or registered *Any item deemed inappropriate for this event by Globe Life Park staff ADA GUESTS *ADA seats are available for purchase at Texas Rangers/Football *Any ADA assistance needed will be provided by Guest Service Representatives on the main concourse * For reasonable accommodations, please speak with any staff member or contact Guest Services by emailing fanrelations@texasrangers.com or calling 817-533-1717. LIVE-STREAM The game will also be livestreamed at: https://www.texanlive.com/2020/11/eastland-vs-gunter-12-3-2020-700pm-football-globe-life-park-regional-finals-playoffs/ Purchase price is $7.95