Principal Letter

Hello East Families!

In the coming days, our students will participate in the Wisconsin Forward Exam. This assessment is a key tool that helps us understand how well our students are mastering state standards in English Language Arts (ELA), Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.

Why is this important?

The Forward Exam provides valuable data that helps our teachers tailor their instruction to meet the needs of every student. It also ensures our school continues to provide a high-quality education that prepares your child for the next grade level and beyond.

How can you help your student prepare?

Rest: Ensure your child gets a good night’s sleep before testing days.
Nutrition: A healthy breakfast helps students stay focused and energized.
Punctuality: Please ensure your child arrives at school on time, as testing begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Encouragement: Remind your child to simply do their best. If they don't finish a session, they should Pause and Exit rather than submitting, so they can finish at a later time.

Testing Schedule

6th Grade

8:30 – 8:45 AM: Settling in and location checks.
Day 1: ELA Session 2: Writing (8:45–9:45 AM)
Day 2: Math Session 1: No Calculator (8:45–9:45 AM)
Day 3: ELA Session 1: Reading (8:45–9:45 AM)
Day 4: Math Sessions 2 & 3: Embedded Calculator (8:45–10:15 AM)
Day 5: ELA Session 3: Writing (8:45–9:45 AM)

7th Grade

8:30 – 8:45 AM: Settling in and location checks.
Day 1: ELA Session 2: Writing (8:45–9:45 AM)
Day 2: Math Session 1: No Calculator (8:45–9:35 AM)
Day 3: ELA Session 1: Reading (8:45–9:45 AM)
Day 4: Math Sessions 2 & 3: Embedded Calculator (8:45–10:30 AM)
Day 5: ELA Session 3: Writing (8:45–9:35 AM)

8th Grade

8:30 – 8:45 AM: Settling in and location checks.
Day 1: ELA Session 2: Writing & Science Session 1 (8:45–10:40 AM)
Day 2: Math Sessions 1 & 2 (8:45–10:30 AM)
Day 3: ELA Session 1: Reading & Science Session 2 (8:45–10:40 AM)
Day 4: Math Session 3 & Science Session 3 (8:45–10:40 AM)
Day 5: ELA Session 3 & Social Studies Sessions 1 & 2 (8:45–11:10 AM)

Thank you for your continued support in helping our students succeed!

Sincerely,

Teri Kovars, Principal

UPCOMING EVENTS

Click HERE to see a full list of upcoming events!

APRIL

Apr. 10 - 4th Quarter Begins

April 13 - 17 Forward Testing

April 29 - Culver's Fundraiser (10am - 10pm)

MAY

May 13 - 7th & 8th grade Spring Band Concert

May 14 - 6th Grade Band & Choir Concert

May 21 - 7th & 8th Grade Choir Concert - 7pm @ OCPAEC

May 21 - 5th to 6th Grade Transition Night - 6 - 7:30pm

May 25 - No School / Memorial Day

May 28 - EMS Gold N Blues Jazz Ensemble @ OCPAEC - 7pm

Celebrating Ms. Milroy and Mr. Skweres April 6-10!

There’s no other school like your school! And there’s never going to be another yearbook like this one. Get your copy and keep the stories of this year alive forever. Purchase today!

Click HERE to order your yearbook!

Blood Cancer United Fundraiser

Mrs. Medd, one of our Band teachers, is fundraising for Blood Cancer United! As a Blood Cancer survivor herself, Mrs. Medd holds this cause very close to her heart. She was diagnosed with Stage 2 Hodgkin's Lymphoma her first year of teaching. Thankfully with the help of Blood Cancer United and her medical team, Mrs. Medd has been in remission for 7 years as of March 29th!

She's asking for your help! HERE is a letter explaining the fundraiser, and HERE is a direct link for our school's team page. The fundraiser is from March 18th - May 30th. If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Medd at k.medd@ocfsd.org - thank you!

ARTIST OF THE MONTH

Artist: Brigit Prince

Grade: 7

Students had to create an original invention. A billboard with both a drawn version & digital version.

Brigit is an incredible and very creative artist. I’m blown away by her talent. She is wonderful to have in class ~ Ms. Chiappetta

ATHLETICS & CLUBS

Track Season Begins

With Spring comes the start of our track season! Track begins on Wednesday, April 8. Make sure your child has a signed gold slip for that first meeting on the 8th. Practices will be from 4:00-5:30 pm Monday through Thursday during the season. The track season will run through the end of May. Track is open to EMS 7th and 8th graders.

Ambassador Club

On March 26, the Ambassador Club raised funds to purchase supplies & then made 22 blankets to be donated to a local charity!

PARENT REMINDERS

Background Checks

The District Volunteer Background Check Application is online. We will no longer be accepting paper applications. Every volunteer must complete an online volunteer application form even if you were previously approved and are on the Volunteer Database. You will still need to submit an online volunteer application every five years after the initial online application. This new process will have results within 1-2 days!

The link can be found under the Parents tab on the district website.