Eastland Middle School

Cross Country Program 2022 Any incoming 7th graders or new students interested in running on the cross country teams this fall are encouraged to contact Coach Lewis this week if at all possible. 325/829-8520/llewis@eastland.esc14.net I’ll have more for you later on. Hope you guys have had a great summer! L

Middle School parents, relief is on the way! The first day of school is Wednesday, August 17th! The school will purchase the majority of school supplies for all students. The only supplies middle school parents will need to provide is a three ring zipper binder and a backpack. Meet the Teacher will be Monday, August 15th, from 5:30-7:00. Check is out on Facebook for regular updates (Search for Eastland Middle School TX).

Dear EISD parents and guardians, We hope you had a wonderful summer and are ready for a new school year. It seems like the summer gets shorter and shorter, but we are excited to see everyone back. School Supplies The majority of school supplies for elementary and middle school will be provided yet again this year. There will some miscellaneous items that parents will be asked to provide. Information regarding supplies not purchased by the district will come from the individual campuses very soon. Community Eligibility Provision Eastland ISD now qualifies for a new meal benefits program, called Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), that allows all students to eat free for breakfast and lunch. Although meals are now free for all students, money can be added to the student account for the purchase of a la carte items. Information regarding the new online payment system will be sent out soon. Payments may also be made in the form of cash or check at the school during school hours. Even though you will no longer see the Free and Reduced Lunch form as you have seen in the past, parents and guardians will be asked to complete a local Socioeconomic Information form. This document allows for EISD to continue to be eligible for the CEP, as well as providing pertinent information to state and federal education departments that are directly linked to our funding and accountability. Back to School Events Campuses will be sending out information regarding back-to-school events and/or Meet the Teacher. Please be watching for this information. We hope you will take advantage of these opportunities to come be a part of our school community. Season Tickets If you are a current Maverick Football season ticket holder, you will receive an email from Hometown Ticketing as well as a letter from the district with information on renewing your season ticket purchase. The 2022-2023 school year will kick off Wednesday, August 17. We look forward to a wonderful start and a great year! Sincerely, Jeremy Williams Superintendent of Schools Eastland ISD

Please take a moment to check out our new district newsletter! You will find a link to a survey regarding our federal programs, and we would love your input. District Newsletter and Survey https://www.smore.com/e0n4c

Online registration for 2022-2023 is now open for Eastland Middle School. Please be sure you are using the same e-mail account that you used to set up your parent portal account. Please register your returning student by May 27th. https://www.eastlandisd.net/o/eastland-middle-school/article/740967

Middle school band concert tonight! It has been moved inside to the Elementary cafeteria. This is a come and go casual event with free hot dogs! 6:00 p.m.- High School Jazz Band , 6:30 p.m.- 6th Grade Band , 7:00 p.m.- Symphonic Band, 7:30 p.m.- Honor Band, 8:00 p.m.- High School Concert Band. Important: Students should arrive with instruments and music no later than 15 minutes before their performance time. The Band Hall will be open from 5:30 pm to 9:00 pm.

Students getting a physical today need to enter through the single door on the north side of Marshall gym. (right side of the gym if you are facing the front of the gym) This is the back door that leads directly into the locker room area.

ATHLETIC PHYSICALS after school today in Marshall Gym. The cost is $10. Physicals are required for all incoming 7th, 9th, and 11th graders that plan to participate in athletics. Also, any student that answered yes to question 1,2,3,4,5,or 6 on the medical history form must receive a new physical.

Eastland ISD will not have school on Friday (4-15-22) for a staff and student holiday. Monday (4-18-22) will be a staff development day and students will not have classes.

Eastland ISD Family and Eastland County Residents: A disaster assistance center has been established at the Siebert Elementary Dome (100 Little Maverick Trail, Eastland) for impacted residents to receive assistance in reporting damages through iSTAT, register for cleanup assistance and meet with non-profit organizations such as the American Red Cross, United Rescue Alliance, and the Cornerstone Community Action Agency. Organizations, services, and assistance on site subject to change. United Rescue Alliance, in partnership with the Big Country VOAD, TDEM, and the Community Foundation of Abilene, is currently in Eastland offering support to survivors and agencies. United Rescue Alliance is a disaster relief agency headquartered in Abilene with a focus on preparedness, response, and long-term transformative recovery efforts. United Rescue Alliance has crews in the Eastland area assessing community needs and offering financial assistance to households seeking basic needs. To be considered for financial assistance, please contact United Rescue Alliance 817-721-7558 for information regarding the application process or visit the Siebert Elementary Dome - Disaster Assistance Center. Casework will begin with the American Red Cross, Thursday at the Siebert Elementary Dome. The center will open Thursday at 8 a.m until 6 p.m. Individuals and Families can also call the Red Cross hotline at 1-800-Red-Cross to open a case. Together, Eastland County will recover. Those seeking to make monetary donations towards long term recovery can contribute to the Eastland disaster relief wildfire fund established by the Eastland Community Foundation (serving the county of Eastland): https://cfabilene.org/community-impact/fire-relief-funds Please feel free to share and help spread the word Thank you, Jeremy Williams - Interim Superintendent EISD

Tuesday (3-22-22) will be a regular scheduled school day for Eastland ISD.

In an effort to assist the Texas Division of Emergency Management, Eastland ISD has set up the webpage linked below for victims of the wildfires to access helpful information. As more information becomes available we will update the webpage. https://bit.ly/eastlandwildfirecomplex

TDEM Encourages Texans Affected By Wildfire To Report Property Damage. Please visit the following website for more information. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/TXDIVEM/bulletins/30fad5e

Siebert Elementary Parents/Guardians, Eastland ISD is hosting the Eastland Disaster Assistance Center at the Siebert Dome. We ask that as you pick up students in the afternoon to please be patient with the process and the additional vehicles/personnel in the southeast area of our parking lot. EISD is proud to be helping our families in their time of need and we will continue to do so as long is it takes. Sincerely, Jeremy Williams – Interim Superintendent EISD

Eastland ISD Family, Please fill out the attached survey so we can begin the process of determining how many and to what degree our students and their families have been impacted by the Eastland Complex Wildfires. We are working in conjunction with TDEM to better help the district provide assistance for our families. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe9bMW84GsI_MJz9yFbr98gN2FBolGxSFq9tzYl9JocXKqngw/viewform?usp=sf_link Thank you, Jeremy Williams – Interim Superintendent EISD

Disaster victims who wish to visit in person with representatives who can assist them in obtaining relief information as well aid can come to the Siebert Elementary Dome and meet with the following organizations. This is available seven days a week from 8am to 6pm. TDEM – Texas Division of Emergency Management. https://damage.tdem.texas.gov/ Texas Baptist Men – Disaster Relief for more information https://www.tbmtx.org/disaster-relief American Red Cross – Recovery resources for disaster victims. 1-800-733-2767 Eastland Lions Club – Providing clothing and toiletries to disaster victims. Siebert Elementary School 1100 W Sadosa St, Eastland, TX 76448

FYI on behalf of the River of Life Church: EASTLAND COUNTY DROPOFF POINT Anyone wanting to help families affected by the fires. River of Life is open and accepting donations. We are taking ESSENTIAL, NECESSITY, AND TOILETRY ITEMS (deodorant, soaps, toothpaste, toothbrush, combs, brushes, shampoo, etc) along with new clothing/gently used. Please bring your items to the Fellowship Hall in the back parking lot of the church.

Families affected by the wildfires that are in need of clothing here are places to find assistance. Daugherty Church of Christ 309 South Daugherty First United Methodist Church 215 S Mulberry St First Baptist Church 405 S Seaman St River of Life Church 1247 E Main St The quarter store in Ranger 718 Pine St, Ranger, TX

If you would like to help our local families and volunteers, or you are in need of help, we will be sending out messages that can help direct your actions. First Baptist Church in Eastland will be taking and distributing the following items. Personal Hygiene items, toiletries, non-perishable food, packages of underwear/socks, and Jackets. Please be looking for more information to come out throughout the day. Thank you, Eastland ISD

Eastland ISD 3/18/22 Anyone wanting to donate water and/or Gatorade to assist our local firefighters please take to the Eastland Fire Department. They will be the point of contact and distribution center for the other county Fire Departments. Please keep our families affected in your thoughts and prayers. Thank you Eastland ISD Administration