Recruiting Video for the Robotics Team

ESUMS Robotics Video

Go MathCounts!

The magnificent ESUMS middle school MathCounts team won 7 medals today at the New Haven competition.  Individual 1st, 2nd, 7th, and 8th place, every prize in the "lightning round" and top prize for a school.

ESUMS Junior Wins "Woman for the Next 40 Years" Honor

Odia Kane (photo New Haven Independent)

Parents: Awesome Magnet School Conference for Free, 5/17

In the upcoming Magnet Schools of America Conference, there is a day devoted to parents in Magnet Schools.  As a school we are able to pay for 2 parents who are interested in attending.  Please let me know if you are interested. 

Thanks,  Jennifer Jenkins

If you want to attend this conference, please see information at http://www.magnet.edu/conferences-and-events/2014-msahartford.  Two parents from each school may attend the parent day on Saturday, May 17.  We will register them as a group and provide bus transportation from New Haven to the conference in Hartford. The district was allotted 60 parent slots so these will be given on a first-come-first serve basis.  

Don't Forget BoxTops!

Please continue to send in your boxtops to the school.  Some boxtops expire June 1, 2014.  Let's help ESUMS 10cents at a time.  Thanks.

Sincerely, Cristina  (Boxtops Coordinator)

ps -- don't forget to check https://www.boxtops4education.com/marketplace?redirect=48eee1e7-a0a1-43bb-90fe-feabdbfbff8e before you make an online purchase.  If the vendor is listed there, the school can get a donation if you buy through their site.  

National PTA Program on Kids' Emotional Struggles

Find Out How to Tell When a Kid is Struggling Emotionally

It's not always obvious when your child—or one you care about—is struggling emotionally.  Recognizing the symptoms and seeking early and effective mental health services are critical  for educational achievement, as well as long-term health and happiness. Join the National PTA and American Psychological Association (APA) on Sunday, May 4  at 7 p.m. EDT for an important conversation: How to Tell When a Kid is Struggling  Emotionally.

Pancake Breakfast

PLEASE JOIN US FOR A PANCAKE BREAKFAST IN SUPPORT OF THE JUNIOR CLASS.

Tomorrow at Applebees in Orange, CT (see attached flyer!) join ESUMS staff and students for a pancake breakfast to raise funds for our first graduating class, the class of 2015. Tickets are $7 and can be purchased at the restaurant.

We look forward to seeing you.

Eric Maroney

English Teacher

6th Grade IKEA Projects

Check out some great 6th grade projects at the 6th Grade Blog.  The assignment was a practical one: to design and furnish a child's room with attention to budget and physical layout.  

Maker Fair(e) in Westport This Weekend

Free Mother-Daughter Coding Event in NYC

Sunday, May 4, in Manhattan or Brooklyn (two sites), Cupcakes and Coding.
(appropriate for computer programming/coding beginners)

http://mommypoppins.com/kids/free-learn-to-code-pre-mothers-day-event-for-nyc-moms-and-girls

Very Easy (Random Drawing) Scholarship Opportunity

Connecticut State Treasurer Denise L. Nappier has launched Phase Two of CHET Advance Scholarship, which will award a college scholarship of up to $2,500 to 100 high school juniors and 100 sixth-grade students.  The application period is from 8 a.m. on March 18 to 5 p.m. on April 30, 2014.

Please take a moment to review the following attachments:

FAQs
Flyer

Additional details, including the official rules, are available at www.chetadvance.com<http://www.chetadvance.com>.

Appleby's Fundraiser Hosted by the Junior Class

On Saturday morning, 4/26, the Junior Class will hold a fundraiser pancake breakfast at Appleby's.  Tickets may be purchased from Mr. Maroney or Ms. Rice.  The class will receive a donation from your ticket even if you do not actually attend the breakfast.  Donations will support next year's Senior activities, like the Prom and Graduation.

Movie "Night"

The high school will hold a movie "night" right after school tomorrow afternoon (Wed. 04/23).  The film will be "Catching Fire" and the cost will be $1 for the film, $1 for a snack.

Parent University April 26

http://punh.org/

Parent University is a day of free workshops for parents of children in the New Haven Public Schools.

·         Families can register at www.punh.org<http://punh.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8f549e665e761a46a76f8e718&id=e5c130bb91&e=eebea0575b>, by calling (203) 497-7055 (English) / (203) 497-7056 (Spanish), or at their child's school.
·         Click here for a downloadable flyer in English and Spanish.<http://www.nhps.net/sites/default/files/Final_April_2014_Flyer_PUNH_2.pdf>
·         Click here for a Registration Form in English<http://www.nhps.net/sites/default/files/Reg_Form_English__Workshops.pdf> or click here for Spanish<http://www.nhps.net/sites/default/files/Reg_Form_Spanish__Workshops.pdf>.
·         We will offer over 30 workshops and group discussions focusing on our four main areas: Early Childhood, Grades K-12, College Prep and Family & Community.
·         The event runs from 8:30am-2:30pm. We will provide breakfast, lunch, transportation and childcare for children ages 3-12.
·         If you would like to volunteer or know a high school student who needs community service hours please CLICK HERE <http://punh.us4.list-manage.com/track/click?u=8f549e665e761a46a76f8e718&id=7a9a693811&e=eebea0575b> to register.

Reminder for New Families

If your child has been accepted to ESUMS in the magnet lottery, welcome and congratulations!  But, you are not done!  You must register by April 25 or you will lose your place; please refer to your offer letter for details.

Spring Break: Are You Bored Yet?

Consider attending one of New Haven Public Schools' open schools programs.  Great non-violence workshops, but also fun activities and free dinner.

Dress-Down Days = Website Fundraiser

This drive is extremely important, and I hope that in a few months you will be reading this blog on the new ESUMS website!

"Don't we already have a website?"

The current website, esumsnewhaven.com, is a student production and an exceptionally good one.  But, it does not have the real design and functionality of a professional website.

As the school grows in numbers and complexity, event scheduling and communication become more challenging.  This website will allow all scheduling -- academics, PTO, after-school activities, special events, field trips, testing, etc. -- to be kept in one easily accessible place.

As the high school students apply to colleges, a coherent  online presence can help explain ESUMS's excellence to admissions offices.  As the school seeks outside sponsors, a school website can facilitate fundraising and partnerships.  A good school website is also helpful in recruiting new students, and it can put practical, routine activities online: filling out field trip permission slips, paying trip fees, and communicating with teachers.

Please donate generously to this drive and feel proud every time you click on the link!

ps -- For now, you can donate at the main office or send in a donation with your child.  It the website becomes a reality, you will be able to donate online.  Thank you so much for your support.

It's New and It's Blue . . .

Blue News April 8

Correction: Transportation Meeting is Thursday, April 10.

Tonight!

Please come out to the Town Hall/PTO meeting tonight at 5:30, and while you are there, check out the high school science/technology "mini-expo."  See you there!

CPLT meeting summary from April 3

(1) A parent reminded those present of the great summer and weekend programs available in the area: Yale Sprout & Splash, Hopkins Summer Bridge (7th & 8th graders), Miss Porter's School, and Upward Bound.

(2) A representative of the New Haven health department spoke on the school nurse situtation.  The department employs 31 nurses to attend 53 schools with over 20,000 students.  They have asked the Board of Alders to support 4 more positions.  There will be another city budget meeting on May 1.

(3)  A representative from Grandparents on the Move invited grandparents to join their group.  Call Charles Blango at 203-946-7443 for information.

(4)  A parent from Teach Our Children was seeking student speakers for the education conference at the Omni, but that event has now passed.

Bus Transportation Issues

Teddi Barra, the Transportation Director for New Haven Public Schools, will attend a meeting with parents from the Teach Our Children advocacy group and the Citywide Parent Leadership Team on April 10, 6pm, at Hill Central School on Dewitt St. in New Haven.  ESUMS parents with transportation problems are encouraged to attend and participate.

Paid Student Internship -- Food Policy

The New Haven Food Policy Council Youth Internship provides an opportunity for high school-aged youth who are passionate about food issues such as hunger, health, business development, school food, growing food and cooking, to deepen your knowledge, and work with the Council to advocate for change.

ALL APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY MONDAY APRIL 14th, 2014

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1czwzhukzMB_I4Ih5Ojm9eB2zRCQgR1aMNN0SVRbWQok/viewform

Upcoming Yale Science Events

Listed here.  Highlight: Science Saturday, April 5, "Germ Busters!"

CPLT Meeting Thursday

Have you ever wanted to get more involved in the New Haven school system?  The City-wide Parent Leadership Team is like a PTO for the entire city.  There will be a meeting Thursday, April 3, 5 pm, at Wilbur-Cross High School.  ESUMS should be sending several representatives to these meetings.  Please join us!

High School "Mini-Expo" April 8

Come to the school next Tuesday evening to view the 9th and 10th grade Expo science projects.  Student set-up is at 5.  Details here.