Message from the Principal . . . . . .

Dear Parents,

I believe it was this time last year that I wrote to you about the importance of passing the school levy. I urged everyone to vote “yes.” Now, as I watch the news and read the newspaper about those schools that still have not passed their operating levies, I am ever so thankful that our levy passed. Keeping focused on meeting high academic standards while emphasizing proper social behaviors is a full time job for all of us. It takes 100% focus from everyone. Thanks to you, our supportive community, we are not distracted from this work by talk of staffing or bussing cuts.

Even with the passage of the levy, we must still continue to use our funds wisely and look for new ways to improve student achievement without asking for more from you. For instance, through a grant, four science and math teachers and I are taking part in a year-long initiative, offered by Miami University, to examine student data for instructional improvement. Also, four math teachers are participating in the Ohio Mathematics Academy Program, several teachers are participating in workshops on differentiating instruction and reading (SIRI), and four teachers are participating in the “Youth for Justice” program. These programs do not require any additional funds!

These programs are just a few of the professional development initiatives taking place at your school which does not take resources away from your students. It allows us to grow professionally and bring new knowledge and insights back to our classrooms. Everyone benefits.

We will continue to find ways to improve student achievement while proving to you that we are a resourceful and understanding community partner. Thank you for your support and confidence!

Attention: 7th Grade Students & Parents

Washington, D.C. Info Meeting Tuesday, March 1, 7:00 P.M. in the gym.  Please plan to attend this meeting for information regarding next year’s Washington, D.C. class trip

Students of the Month

The following Students of the Month were chosen by their teachers for displaying determination and self-motivation. Congratulations, students, on this fine honor! **Last month there was a mistake in the listing of November Student of the Month names. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Due to scheduling conflicts the 7th & 8th Grade dance (previously scheduled for February 25) will be rescheduled.  Listen to announcements for further information.
 

Last Chance to Order Yearbook!

Due to numerous requests, there will be one “last chance” to get a Glen Este Middle School 2004-05 yearbook. Cost is $25.00. Order forms are available in the school office.

8th Grade Students: Small School Fair Coming February 22!

Mark your calendars for Tuesday, February 22. Your Small School Fair will be held at Holiday Inn Eastgate from 5:30-7:30 P.M. You will be able to view all 10 schools and talk to teachers and counselors from each school. Representatives from each small school will visit 8th grade students at the middle school in the near future. Small school registration will begin at the Small School Fair and run through March 4. For further information call Janet Llamas, 8th grade guidance counselor, at 947-7711.
 

Sports News

** Wrestlers placed 4th at the FAVC Buckeye Division wrestling tournament on January 29 at Loveland Middle School. Congratulations to the following athletes: Congratulations to Joe Toca and Cody Collins for placing first, Adam Freeland, Jacob Sparke and Taylor Krimmer for placing second! Thanks to coaches Branson and Wilson and all the wrestlers for another outstanding season!

** Girls basketball will begin tournament play Saturday, February 5 at King’s High School. Boys basketball will begin tournament play Saturday, February 5 at Winton Woods.

** Winter Sports Awards are scheduled for Wednesday, February 16 at 7:00 P.M. in the gym.

** Intramural soccer will begin Monday, February 14 from 2:30-4:30 p.m. and run through Friday, March 4. Sign up early! Cost is only $15.00. Call Mr. Mulvaney at 947-7794 between 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for more information.

** Track season begins Monday, March 7. Practice will begin after school on that day. Track athletes MUST have a physical on file in order to practice. Physical forms are available in the office. Physical exams and emergency medical information are matters of state law. The coaches and athletic director are not free to make exceptions. Second trimester grade point averages must be 1.51 or higher to participate. Sign-up times will be announced. Listen to WGEM for more information.

** Cheerleading tryouts will take place on Friday, March 18. Practice days before tryouts will be March 14, 15 and 17. Athletes MUST have a physical on file to begin practice. Physicals are available through Bethesda Eastgate for $25.00. Call 752-3698 for an appointment. Physical forms are available in the school office. Physical exams and emergency medical information are matters of state law. The coaches and athletic director are not free to make exceptions.

** Be sure to check out more athletic news on the GEMS website. Log on to www.westcler.org/gm/ and click on the “Athletics” link.
 

Science/Invention Club News

The Science/Invention Club is participating in the “Architecture By Children” bridge-building competition, sponsored by the University of Cincinnati. Students will be designing structural models, building their bridges and finally testing them on April 23 at the Cincinnati Public Library in downtown Cincinnati. Nearly 40 schools and over 1700 students will be participating! Science/Invention Club will continue to meet on the first and third Monday of every month until 3:15 p.m.
 

National Junior Honor Society

The National Junior Honor Society selection process will begin sometime in March. Please see the NJHS requirements on page 114 of the GEMS Student Handbook and Organizer. Call Linda Jones, 947-7720, for further information.
 

NOTICE:
School Fees Are Now Past Due
Report Cards Will Be Held
For Non-Payment of Fees
 

BOOK FAIR COMING
MARCH 17 - 24!
(More info will follow)
 

PTO NEWS

Next PTO Meeting:

Wednesday, February 16, 7:00 P.M. Glen Este Middle School Library

March PTO Meeting

The next PTO meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, February 16 at 7:00 p.m. in the school library. As always, parents, staff, and community members are welcome to attend. For further information contact Jenny Kleinwachter at 752-9060 or you can email jkleinwachter@cinci.rr.com.

Thanks!

Glen Este Middle School staff and PTO would like to thank all parents who donated such delicious desserts for the parent-teacher conference nights.

Bigg’s Payback Program

Congratulations to Mrs. Devine’s first period class for winning December’s donut party for the second month in a row! Keep bringing in those bigg’s receipts!

Cookbooks to Benefit After-Prom

The Glen Este High School PSTO is now selling cookbooks for $12.00. Proceeds will benefit GEHS After-Prom. The cookbooks are dedicated to Matt Maupin and includes a letter written by Carolyn Maupin. They contain 230 recipes by 52 people.

PTO Offers College Scholarships

Every spring Glen Este Middle School PTO offers three college scholarships to former Glen Este Middle School students. The scholarships and criteria are as follows:

$1000 Lawrence T. Green Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is awarded based on application and essay.

$500 D. Chance Carr Scholarship
$500 Lincoln Schlueter Scholarship

The Schlueter/Carr scholarships will be judged on the basis of recommendation letters written and submitted by teachers, counselors or other staff members. This scholarship is not based solely on GPA. The basis for selection could be outstanding citizenship, financial need or extra effort, using the teacher recommendation letters as criteria. Students may ask a teacher to submit a letter on their behalf, but students will not apply for these scholarships personally.

** Applications for all scholarships will be available from high school guidance counselors on February 11 and are due back to counselors by March 15.
** Applicants must have attended GEMS for at least one full academic year.
 

Important Dates

February

16 PTO Meeting, 7:00 P.M.
16 Winter Sports Awards, 7:00 P.M.
18 NO SCHOOL, Mid-Winter Break
21 NO SCHOOL, President’s Day
22 Small School Fair
28 End 2nd Trimester

March

1 Washington, D.C. Meeting, 7:00 P.M.
7 Report Cards Mailed
7-17 Proficiency and Achievement Testing
14-18 Cheerleading Tryouts
16 PTO Meeting, 7:00 P.M.
22 6th Grade Dance, 2:30-4:00 P.M.
23 Early Release Day, 11:00 A.M.
25 Spring Break Begins

April

4 Back to School

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