6990 South 300 East, Midvale, UT 84047
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Parent Update Week of April 15-19, 2024

HAPPENINGS at EME – Last week was event filled at East Midvale.

  • On Monday, Stand4Kind brought a message of kindness and antibullying at a schoolwide assembly.  Mr. Lance Allred, a former NBA player and current motivational speaker and dad, spoke about perseverance, accountability, resilience and standing up for oneself and others.  The band Pool House rocked our house with their music and their message.  The band leader told students about being the new kid at school, sitting alone at lunch and having two kids come say hi and sit with him.  Those same kids are now his current bandmates.  One act of kindness can change a world!
  • Utah Shakespeare Festival celebrates 30 years of its Shakespeare-in-the-Schools program by bringing a traveling production of Hamlet to Utah elementary schools including ours.  Third and fourth grade students experienced the incredible staging, engaging actors and the story of Hamlet in our very own EME gym.  
  • Congratulations to Ms. Mazzella, our amazing third grade teacher.  A student in her class nominated  her and she was awarded the Teacher of the Year at SunTec Concrete.  SunTec Concrete showered her with all her wish list items to enhance her classroom.  We are so proud of you Ms. Mazzella.

ALL PRO DADS WEDNESDAY APRIL 17 – Join Mr. Wilhite on Wednesday April 17 at 7:45 am in the gym to talk about SELF CONTROL with your students.  There will be a fun activity and video and breakfast will be provided. 

CAREER DAY FRIDAY APRIL 19.   Thank you to our community for time with our students.  Career Day happens annually and students learn about possible careers and jobs in our community.  Volunteer presenters share what they do, they show tools of the trade and answer questions.  This is a fast paced, fun event for our students.

KINDERGARTEN ORIENTATION:  On Tuesday April 23, we invite parents and students entering kindergarten in the Fall 2024 to attend an orientation from 5:00-6:00 pm.  Come first to the East Midvale gym for a welcome and then our kindergarten teachers will invite new students to visit the classroom for an activity while parents can get needed information in our group presentation.

PTA “FUN”DRAISER – The PTA annual “fun-draiser” will be the week of April 22-26 culminating in the Fun Run Event on Friday April 26.  Students can bring in coins each day to contribute.  Funds raised are used for events and activities supporting teachers and classrooms.

  • Monday 4.22 – Pennies
  • Tuesday 4.23 – Nickels
  • Wednesday 4.24 – Dimes
  • Thursday 4.25 – Quarters
  • Friday 4.26 – Final day to contribute $$.

NURSE AMY’S TIP OF THE WEEK:  Did you know conjunctivitis (pink eye) can be caused by bacteria, viruses or allergies? If your child has pink, red itchy, watery or painful eyes, with or without discharge, it is recommended that you see your healthcare provider for further guidance. Most children with pinkeye get better after 5-6 days without antibiotics. Your student will not be excluded from school unless they are unable to participate in school activities. Always encourage to wash their hands carefully as this is the best way to prevent conjunctivitis!

DRESS CODE REMINDER:  As the weather warms, please remind students to wear clothing that follows our district dress code.  Students wearing clothing that distracts others from the learning environment will be asked to change.  Follow this link for CSD Dress Code

GET YOUR “MY COUNTY REC PASS” FOR FREE!  Students aged 5-18 years old can get a FREE pass to participate in fun, healthy, and safe activities at the county recreation centers after school, on school breaks, on the weekends and during the summer!  There are pools, climbing walls, ice rinks, gyms, walking tracks and fitness equipment.  Register in person with your student at any participating recreation center.  Passes will be activated on June 1.      Click Here for More Information30 years of our Shakespeare-in-the-Schools program.