ETMS Weekly Update - March 13, 2026

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ETMS Weekly Update

March 13, 2026

Upcoming Events

March 18 - ELA Forward Testing

March 19 - Math Forward Testing

March 22 - Band O Rama - 2pm @ETHS

Week of March 23rd - 8th Grade Science and SS Forward Testing

March 30 - April 6 - Spring Break

April 30 - Parent/Teacher Conferences

May 1 - NO SCHOOL - Inservice

June 3 - 8th Grade Promotion

Forward Testing Reminders

As we start Forward Testing next week, please make every effort to have your student present on those days. Attendance is extremely important so we can provide the best testing environment possible for all students.
Students are also encourage to bring corded headphones for testing sessions.
Encourage your students to get plenty of rest the night before and eat a good breakfast the morning of testing.
We are excited to see what our students can do!!

Announcement and Reminders

General Announcements

REMINDER: Please do not drop off or pickup students on Graydon Avenue. Not only is this unsafe for our students, it slows down the traffic flow. Our new parking lot allows the drop off of students in a timely manner and should be utilized. Thank you for your attention to this matter!
We have had several students arrive at school as early as 6:30am. Please remember that we cannot provide supervision for those students. Our doors open at 7:25am, which is when supervision is available.
Students that stay after for the fitness center should not leave the building after school and need to be picked up promptly at 4:30 pm.
If the weather is below 32 degrees, students must wear a coat to go outside during lunch. Boots are required if they want to leave the blacktop.

Events at ETMS Reminders

If students are attending home athletic events, they should be in the gym after school and during the event unless they are using the restroom. Students should not be roaming the halls during events.
If younger siblings are attending, please make sure they are supervised at all times.

8th Grade Field Trip Information and Permission Slip

Field Trip Info: Elkhorn Gateway Trip

Date: April 9th, 2026
Cost: $0
Chaperones: Miss Rice, Mrs. Murguia and Mr. Van Sistine
Students will be split by alphabetical order and will visit Gateway in two groups.
Last names A-K will leave school at 8:30 am
Last names L-Z will leave school at 10:00 am
Arrive Back to School At Approximately: 10:45 am OR 12:20 pm
12:20 pm students will eat lunch upon arrival and will still have a 30 minute lunch
Last Names L-Z Will Need a Cold Lunch (from home or school)

Parents/Guardians please complete the form below!

8th Grade Field Trip Permission

8th grade promotion - June 3, 2026 at 7pm

Referendum information

Those who live in the East Troy Community School District will be asked on April 7 to vote on a referendum that would allow the district to exceed the revenue limit by $4 million per year for three years for operational expenses. As families invested in the East Troy Community Schools, we want you to be informed of the possible implications of this referendum.

If the referendum were to be approved by voters on April 7, East Troy Middle School will be able to maintain staffing and programming, ensuring our students continue to receive the supports and services that has lead to:

Steady increases in academic performance, leading to a score of Meets Expectations on the 24-25 state report card and above state average achievement.
Increased growth in Reading and ELA, as measured by the MAP exams.
Improved school culture, with less behavioral referrals and more opportunities for student engagement.
More elective options for middle school students.

If the referendum is not approved by voters, the district anticipates reducing approximately 25 full-time equivalent positions in addition to other reductions. At East Troy Middle School, this will mean:

Reduced electives and offerings (Music, Spanish, Science and Social Studies Electives)
Reduced capacity to meet student needs in pupil services
Reduced intervention supports for all students
Increased scheduling conflicts for students due to reductions in staff
Outdated curriculum materials

Please visit the East Troy School District website to review facts and stay informed, and please vote on April 7th.

Referendum Yard Signs

If you would like a Operational Referendum yard sign, they are available at all District buildings in the main offices. Make sure you Vote on April 7th!

Athletics

ATTENTION all middle school students interested in Track!!

Please check out the link below. There are many different events with short and long races, jumps and throwing. Middle school track is a great way to get involved in sports and expand friendships. Signup now in your grade level google classroom. First day of practice 3/23.

Track Sign up Information

Forward Exam Information

Forward Exam Letter

Upcoming Book Club Opportunity for 7th & 8th Graders!

We are excited to announce an optional book club open to all 7th and 8th grade students! This is a wonderful opportunity for students to dive into rekindle their love of reading in a fun, low-pressure setting, while connecting with peers across grade levels.

Students will choose their suspense or dystopian book from a preselected list of titles, perfect for readers who enjoy edge-of-your-seat storytelling and thought-provoking worlds. Book club will take place during WIN time, so there is no need to worry about it conflicting with other commitments outside of school.

Book selection will kick off the first week of March, so be on the lookout for the book list and more details coming soon. We would love to see your reader get involved!

PTO Information

PTO Newsletter March 13, 2026

ETMS PTO Facebook Page

Classroom Happenings

8th Grade Science

8th graders used PVC, mousetraps, paint stir sticks, and a lot of recycled wood and hardware to build their catapults this year! The 8th graders made some excellent contraptions to demonstrate potential and kinetic energy.

The Science Pentathlon class tested their Barbie Bungees this week!

Miscellaneous Information

ETMS Library Celebrates Music and Art in our Schools Month!

The fine arts are alive and well in the ET Community Schools and in celebration, the MS Library is highlighting books with music and art themes.

Students might be interested in reading the nonfiction, award-winning book, The Mona Lisa Vanishes by Nicholas Day. It explains how the painting by Leonardo da Vinci was stolen from the Louvre in 1911 and how this masterpiece should never have existed at all.

Or, can you imagine growing up as a conservative kid with a full ride scholarship to college just to find out that your father is a punk rock legend? Born to Rock by Gordon Korman will keep students reading past the major twist and all the way to a great ending.

Whichever your student prefers, we have much to offer for fostering your students’ love of music and art!

ETMS Fitness Center

The Fitness Center at ETMS will be open Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays starting September 8th. Middle school students looking to work out after school should stay at the middle school.

A message from our health room

If your student needs to be picked up due to illness or injury, please make every effort to have them picked up within 30 minutes.

If your student is absent from school due to a medical appointment, please provide a note from the medical provider to have the absence medically excused.

Please report the following to your child's school:

Head lice
Chicken Pox
Mumps/Measles
Covid 19
RSV
Influenza
Any other communicable illness

Submitting Absences on Skyward

Wellness Wednesday

Scheduling Meetings with Staff

We kindly ask that parents and guardians schedule a meeting in advance when wishing to speak with a staff member. Our staff have full schedules throughout the day, and unannounced visits can be difficult to accommodate.

We absolutely understand that emergencies can arise, and in those cases, we will do our best to assist right away. However, for all other matters, please reach out by phone or email to set up a meeting time. This helps ensure that staff can give you their full attention and that your concerns are addressed effectively.

Thank you for your understanding and for helping us maintain a productive and respectful environment for both staff and students.

Student Check out - PLEASE READ

If you need to pick up your student for any reason during the school day please follow the steps below:

Call the office ahead of time so we can have your student ready when you arrive.
Pull up to door 2 using the bus drive if during the school day
Press buzzer inside of door 2 to be let into the building
Come directly to the office to wait for your student. (No adults are allowed to walk through the building during school hours without going through our Raptor system first)
Sign student out and exit the building

Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we ensure that our students are safe and leaving with the appropriate individuals.

About Us

ETMS Website

Daily Announcements

Breakfast and Lunch Menu

ETMS 25-26 Informational Book

Adam Trindl, Principal

(262) 642-6740 x4222

triada@easttroy.k12.wi.us

Jessie Smith, Dean of Students

(262) 642-6740 x4245

smijes@easttroy.k12.wi.us

Contact Information

(262) 642-6740 - Main Office

3143 Graydon Avenue

East Troy, WI 53129