Those Late Buses

On the first day of school, some afternoon bus routes took much longer than expected.  Channel 8 news came to the school to report on the problem.  The video has interviews with some ESUMS parents.  Hopefully, all of the bus troubles will be solved soon.

Walkathon October 4

GET READY FOR THE ANNUAL ESUMS WALKATHON!








image credit: http://indulgy.com/post/9BZC6FjVR1/ministry-of-silly-walks

Welcome Back!

School starts tomorrow 7:30 - 2:00
130 Leeder Hill Drive in Hamden






image credit: http://www.phys.ufl.edu/~meisel/

Board of Aldermen Education Meeting Tomorrow

The Education Committee of the New Haven Board of Aldermen will meet tomorrow evening, Tuesday, August 27, at 6 pm at 165 Church Street in New Haven.

The agenda for the meeting says "workshop with Superintendent Garth Harries."  It's not clear whether the funding for the new ESUMS building will be discussed or if it would help in any way to have parents there, but anyone interested can certainly attend and participate in this open public meeting.

Open House & Meet-the-Teacher Night

September 25, from 5:30 - 7 pm.

A Few More Math Resources

Review and practice math through Algebra and Geometry using http://www.ixl.com/.  Students who want remedial or accelerated help can try http://www.mathnasium.com/milford, a tutoring franchise in Milford.

High School Supply List

The items on this list are requested by high school teachers. 

mechanical pencils with lead refills
erasers
pens
notebooks
filler paper/quad paper
binder 2 1/2 to 3" (used for 9th grade biology & 10th grade chemistry, needs 4 dividers)
pocket folders
index cards
ruler
dividers
composition books
flash drive
scientific/graphing calculator (TI-84 plus)
highlighters
report covers
lab notebook
**BYOD: laptops, ipads -- especially for AP Chemistry

** While such devices are very useful and recommended, they are not strictly required and are subject to the school's "no responsibility for lost or stolen electronics" policy.  Please see the 2013-14 Handbook for details.

Middle School Supply List

The items on this list are requested by middle school teachers.

The 6th grade list is somewhat more detailed and can be found here: http://esumsgrade6.edublogs.org/2013/08/22/less-than-a-week/


backpack
mechanical pencils with lead refills
wooden pencils
colored pencils
pencil sharpener
erasers
pens
5-subject notebook
1" binder(s)
3" binder for engineering
separate engineering notebook
pocket folders
highlighters
markers
index cards
index dividers
composition books
flash drive
scientific/graphing calculator (TI-84 plus)
filler paper
glue sticks

Monday's Orientation

You might want to drop in at the Monday evening orientation at 5:30, even if you've already been to yesterday's sessions.  On Monday, parents will be able to pick up student schedules and passwords for Powerschool, the new online grading system.

Students can also receive their schedules on the first day of school, Wednesday, August 28, bright and early at 7:30 a.m.

Order Uniform Shirts Online

The ESUMS dress code does not specifically require shirts with the school logo, but if you like them, they can now be ordered online at: ESUMSuniforms.com.

For $10, they will stitch the logo onto any shirt you like.  Bring them to:
Custom Tee's Plus
365 Whalley Ave
New Haven, CT 06511
United States
203-752-1071
203-786-4984 fax

Application Deadline for Peabody After-School Program (high school)

Students who would like to participate in the Peabody Museum's EVOLUTIONS after-school program  must submit an application by September 15.  The program is free and interesting, enhances college applications, and counts toward high school community service hours.  New Haven and West Haven residents only.

http://peabody.yale.edu/education/evolutions/info-potential-applicants

New Haven Chinese Language School

The New Haven Chinese Language School will be offering lessons to all levels on Sunday afternoons, beginning September 8.  There is a charge for the semester, but it is pretty reasonable for the time and effort they give the students.

If many ESUMS students and parents are interested, the NHCLS has offered to establish an after-school session at our school for convenience.

nhcls.webs.com
Questions may be directed to Lely Evans at nhcls2012@gmail.com

This Saturday at the Peabody Museum

Come to the Peabody Museum for free on Saturday, August 24, for their "Summer's Last Roar" event.

http://peabody.yale.edu/events/summers-last-roar

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Orientation TOMORROW

See you at Orientation tomorrow morning!

8:30 High School
9:30 Middle School
11:30 All Grades

If you miss it, there will be a session Monday evening, Aug. 26 at 5:30.

Hot Vegetarian Lunches at Amistad Academy

Amistad Academy will offer hot vegetarian lunch this year, instead of asking vegetarian students to rely on cold salad most days.  Can ESUMS make this change?

http://www.nhregister.com/general-news/20120129/more-vegetarian-lunch-options-in-new-haven-school-satisfy-mother

New Haven Alders Grumbling over Price of ESUMS Building

http://www.newhavenindependent.org/index.php/archives/entry/aldermen_balk_at_esums_price_tag/

Uh - oh.  It would be silly to lose the 95% reimbursement from the state.  If you're a resident, you can call or write your alderman.  Email addresses and phone numbers here: http://www.cityofnewhaven.com/aldermen/index.asp

Inspirational Video -- Learn to code this year!

http://www.code.org/

Click to play video, then click on the "LEARN" tab for some great resources!

(Almost) Free Shakespeare Play in Edgerton Park

Julius Caesar all week at 8 pm.
http://www.elmshakespeare.org/

Nice Article about ESUMS CAPT Scores

Test scores alone don't measure the worth of a school, but it's nice to be recognized for a good performance.

http://www.newhavenindependent.org/index.php/archives/entry/esums_leads_the_pack/

Computers for Families

Concepts for Adaptive Learning (http://www.eachchildlearns.org/welcome/) refurbishes used computers from businesses and universities and gives them -- along with training, a printer, and a year's internet subscription -- to New Haven public school families who cannot otherwise afford to purchase technology.  This might also be a great opportunity for student volunteers.

Read more here: http://www.newhavenindependent.org/index.php/archives/entry/2500_computers_and_counting/

*** IMPORTANT -- ESUMS Fall Orientation Dates ***

Spread the word: orientation will be offered on Thursday, August 22, 8:30-9:30, 9:30-10:30, and 11:30-12:30 and Monday, August 26, 5:30-6:30.  You only have to attend one session.

The first day of school is Wednesday, August 28.