August 27
Dear Edison Middle School Parents/Guardians,
I would like to extend a warm welcome to all of our Edison Middle School families! During my first year as an administrator, I was fortunate enough to meet many wonderful students and their families. Please allow me to thank each of you for making the 2009-2010 school year such an incredible year.
To all of our new families, I look forward to the amazing opportunity of working with you and your children. To all of our returning families, I thank you for your continued support of the programs taking place at Edison Middle School. Your continued support allows for our teachers and staff to meet the needs of our students year after year. I am a firm believer that being visible and accessible is important in the role of a school administrator. Should you have any questions or concerns, or would just like to introduce yourself, please feel free to contact me at (217) 351-3889 or email me at uppingju@champaignschools.org. I look forward to another successful school year and hope that your family has a positive experience while attending Edison Middle School.
Sincerely,
Justin Uppinghouse
Assistant Principal
Edison Middle School
EDISON SPORTING EVENTS SCHEDULE!!!!
Attached to this e mail are the schedules for Cross Country, Baseball, Girls Basketball, Boys Basketball, and Volleyball are attached. The wrestling schedule will be available next week. Please note these schedules can change.
DANCE COMMITTEE CHAIRPERSON:
The PTSA is looking for a volunteer to coordinate school dances this year. Here is a brief description of the job. If you would be willing to fill this position please email Kristian Sargeant at sargentkr@yahoo.com.
Dance Committe Chairperson Job Description
Though the dance looks like a lot of work, it takes little time. It is a fun evening and easy to get parent help. Duties include sending emails, trip to Sam's club, and setting up the evening of the dance.
Two weeks before the dance
Send a volunteer request to the PTA for school announcements. Ask volunteers to contact you directly. I always get plenty of volunteers and never turn anyone away. Volunteers arrive at 5:30pm to meet in the cafeteria and help with set up.
One Week before the dance
Email a reminder to the DJ
Week of Dance
Put up some posters on Monday in the hall way announcing the dance.
Go to Sam's and pick up candy and pop
Borrow coolers if you do not have them.
Order 12 pizzas from Dominos on Green St to deliver at 6:30pm
Email Treasure with the pizza amount and your reimbursement amount so he can bring the checks and cash bank to the dance.
Day of the dance
Load car and set up. you do not need to get there until 5:15pm. Children are not allowed into the cafeteria until 6:30pm so you have time to set up.
Load up extra items and save for the next dance.
POMS SQUAD TRYOUTS:
If you love to dance, then come to the EMS Poms Squad Tryouts!
The clinics, during which we will learn a short dance routine, will be held Tuesday, August 31 from 3–4pm in the auditorium
Wednesday, September 1 from 3–4pm in the auditorium.
The tryouts will be from 3-4 on Thursday, September 2 in the auditorium. You must attend all three days in order to be considered for the squad. Any female 6-8th grade is eligible to attend.
If you want more info, come get a info sheet in room 314 from Ms. Kallembach.
You will need to give a copy of your physical and proof of insurance to Coach Kallembach (room 314) if you make the squad.
EDISON AFTER SCHOOL CHOIR PROGRAM:
Choir is not a regularly scheduled class at Edison, and this group lets your child have the opportunity to sing a variety of age appropriate repertoire, improve vocal and music reading skills, and participate in a great social group! Regular rehearsals are Wednesdays after school from 3-4:30 in the music room (110). Our first meeting will be Wednesday, September 1. The choir will present a combined concert with the other two middle schools early in December and students participating in choir also have the opportunity to try out for the IMEA District Chorus Festival and participate in vocal solo and ensemble if they choose.Please contact Mrs. Bahr bahrmi@champaignschools.org) or have your student get a permission slip outside the music room (110) to sign up!
August 25
Welcome back!
"What would you like to be when you grow up? Would you like to be a nurse, a professional athlete, a scientist or an astronaut?" My reply was always, "No, I would like to be a teacher like my Mom and Dad!" Becoming a teacher and then an administrator is one of my greatest achievements! My journey in education began when I was an infant. A classroom and a gymnasium became my second home. An Assistant basketball coaching position at the University of Illinois brought my family to Champaign. While in Champaign, I attended Champaign Central High School. My memories as a student in Champaign Unit #4 are very special. Champaign Unit #4 provided me with exceptional teachers, a warm and caring classroom environment, and great friends.
I have taught and continue to work with some of the finest educators in the country. They are a group of individuals that are very knowledgeable in their fields, cooperative, competitive, innovative, and teach their students not only reading, writing and math, but real life lessons that will help them grow into positive members of society. I love the students here at Edison Middle School! I love teaching! I love being the Associate Principal at such a fine school! It is rewarding, exciting, challenging and I am enthusiastic about having the opportunity to work with your child. I wish them much success and growth this year at Edison Middle School! I hope their memories and history will be positive and just as rewarding as my experience has been!
Julie Wallace
Associate Principal, Edison Middle School
GIRLS BASKETBALL TRYOUTS:
Girls Basketball (GBB) tryouts:
Monday, Aug. 30
8th graders from 3:00 until 4:30 PM in the north gym
6th graders from 4:30 - 6:00 PM in the north gym (up to 5 of the 6th graders will be selected to attend 7th grade tryouts on Tues. and Wed.)
Tuesday, Aug. 31
8th graders from 3:00 - 4:30 PM in the north gym
7th graders from 4:30 - 6:00 PM in the north gym
Wednesday, Sept. 1
8th graders will have first practice from 3:00 until 4:30 PM in the north gym
7th graders have tryouts from 4:30 - 6:00 PM in the north gym
Thursday, Sept. 2
8th graders have practice from 3:00 until 4:30 PM in the north gym
7th graders have practice from 4:40 - 5:30 PM in the north gym
Mandatory parent meeting (parent and player are expected to attend)
5:30 PM in the school cafeteria
MUST have current physical, completed Champaign Unit 4 form and written proof of insurance on file with Ms. Borchardt in order to tryout. All this info is due Friday, Aug. 27.
SPIRIT WEAR:
A final early fall order for Edison "Spirit Wear" will be placed the first of September and delivered to the students at school as soon as it becomes available. (this is the gray and red Edison apparel that could be ordered at registration.) Attached is an order form that can be turned in to the office. All orders must be paid for in advance, checks made payable to Edison PTSA, and must be turned in by Friday, August 27th. If you miss this deadline, an additional order will be placed in the early part of November, so that apparel will be ready in time for the holidays. If you have any questions please email joclauson@comcast,net
August 23
Welcome Back!
Dear Parents, Guardians, and Friends:
As we begin the new school year, I would like to extend a warm welcome to all new and returning members of our Edison family. I've truly enjoyed the past two years and I'm looking forward to another outstanding school year serving this community! Your continued support has resulted in increased technology throughout the building, increased academic and after school programs, unforgettable field experiences for our students, and the development of a positive and supportive climate in our school. Your support in our school reform efforts has also resulted in Edison's making Annual Yearly Progress (AYP) for the 2009-2010 school year! Your participation is integral to our continued success and we thank you for being active participants in student learning.
I would also like to congratulate the members of our outstanding staff. Many are celebrating obtaining National Board Certification, graduate degrees, having their educational grants funded by the CU Foundation, and the birth of beautiful babies. My husband and I will be welcoming our own bundle of joy during the month of October. Our students are happy to be back, making new friends, and opening new doors into their futures. As always, we invite you to visit our campus, and to share your ideas for enhancing the middle school experience of all Edison Comets!
Yours Truly,
Carmela David
Principal
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