East Fairmont Middle School is proud to announce that we will be partnering with the United Way to offer an after school program this year! It’s time to get back to school, but this year there’s an added bonus: Flipside! Flipside is a new after-school program that was specially developed for select Marion County schools! Every day, participating students will receive a hot meal, homework help, opportunities for physical activity, as well as access to other artistic and scientific activities. Our goal is to keep them engaged, safe, and (most importantly) having fun!
East Fairmont Middle School students enrolled in 5th through 8th grades can participate in the Flipside Afterschool program beginning in September. Please visit https://www.tvunitedway.org/flipside for more information and to register. Spots are limited and this will be offered on a first come/first serve basis!
State Champion in wrestling and football, WVU Mountaineer, and Veterinarian, Dr. Scott Moore, a graduate of North Marion High School, reminds MCS to "Get Back in the Game" to be whatever you want to be in the future: https://5il.co/wkzf #MCSgetbackinthegame
Parents, if you are looking for a small way to help out your child's classrooms please consider donating supplies.
East Fairmont Middle has installed locks on all lockers for the upcoming school year. Students will no longer have to purchase one. Parents, please work with your child to make sure they understand how a standard combination lock works as each student will have to learn how to operate one to access their lockers.
Thank you to the great group of staff, community members, and students who came out today to start helping us spruce up the front of our building. We are going to have one more work day if you missed the opportunity to come out today. If you are available, please consider joining us on August 10th from 6-8. See previous post for more information.
We will be welcoming a new Library/Media teacher this year. While Mrs. Ross is no stranger to the hornet family, she is excited to get settled into her new position. Mrs. Ross and other EFMS staff worked hard this summer to reposition the library to make it more suitable to our needs.
While we hope our students have been enjoying some fun in the summer during their summer break, East Fairmont Middle School has been working on making some improvements to greet our students upon their return. During the month of July, our gym floor was refinished. It looks great and we will appreciate the support of students and families in making sure it stays nice over the coming months.
"Set yourself up for success and be the best person you can be." Wise words from a 2009 East Fairmont graduate and 2-time Wrestling State Champion. Bailey is a US Naval Academy graduate, pilot, and current Naval Academy Instructor: https://5il.co/wfur. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Our upcoming 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students worked through the three week live period to improve their skills. Don't forget about the parent meeting tonight at 6 pm in the East Fairmont Middle cafeteria for those interested in playing this fall. Practices will start next week.
Cheerleading tryouts for any student going into 6th, 7th, or 8th grade at East Fairmont Middle will be August 9th from 6-8. Practices will start the following day.
"Come back stronger than ever" as an important part of WV's story. United States Senator Joe Manchin, a 1965 graduate of Farmington High School who attended WVU on a football scholarship, reminds MCS to "Get Back in the Game" at https://5il.co/wdk4. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Learn more about the MCS virtual offering for grades 6-12 for the 2021-22 school year here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0AqESXcu9U. For more information, see MCS Policy 2370 or contact Curriculum Coordinator Sherry Copley at srcopley@k12.wv.us.
Marion County students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12 Grade will return to in-person classes this Fall! MCS students in grades 6-12 who are looking for a distance option can enroll in West Virginia Virtual Schools (WVVS). This is different than the distance learning offered last year by our local teachers. WVVS is a rigorous online platform offered through the West Virginia Department of Education for students seeking first-time credit. See the video for more information:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G095fbRMzPI. If you want to register your child in Marion County's WV Virtual School program in grades 6-12, we will begin taking registrations on August 4. Click here to complete the WVVS Registration Form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=S7AZ4AwzekaLrgn7FzdNamLgL38a7cNMoT5_VUjm-tFUME9GUkROWTQ4Rk9NNFI5TDIzWjE5N0szRS4u. Once you complete the registration form, you will be contacted to complete an orientation with a representative of Marion County Schools. The orientation must be attended by both the student and a parent or guardian. For questions, email Sherry Copley Harney srcopley@k12.wv.us
"You are the next one to lead the way." A 1993 grad of Fairmont Senior, Dr. Chris Courtney was state wrestling champ and All-American who played fullback at Fairmont State. The orthopedic surgeon talks about impact of last year and today: https://5il.co/w9xx. #MCSgetbackinthegame
"You are the next one to lead the way." A 1993 grad of Fairmont Senior, Dr. Chris Courtney was state wrestling champ and All-American who played fullback at Fairmont State. The orthopedic surgeon talks about impact of last year and today: https://5il.co/w9xx. #MCSgetbackinthegame
Many parents have been asking what supplies their children need for the start of school. With being a middle school and switching classes that is hard to answer. Some teachers request supplies that are specific to their class. Teachers always send home those requested lists the first day of school. However, to get you started, we have listed basic supplies that could be helpful to every student at the start of school.
Fifth grade and other new student orientation will take place on Monday, August 23rd beginning at 10 am.
New Student Registration at East Fairmont Middle will be August 11th and 12th from 9 am to 1 pm.
Upcoming 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students who were interested in running cross country have been working out with Coach Kettler and Coach Hibbs during the 3 week live period. Other students interested in running can still join when practices start next week. Please see previous post for information.
Updated Cross Country practice schedule for any incoming 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student who is interested in running.
The following practice schedule will be for the week of August 2 - 10.
No tryouts for Cross Country, but 1.5 and 2 mile time trials will be scheduled throughout the week!
Monday: 9-10:15 @ Prickett's Fort (Lower Lot)
Tuesday: 9-10:15 @ East Fairmont High School (Meet by Softball Field)
Wednesday: 9-10:15 @ Morris Park (Pavillion 2)
Thursday: 9-10:15 @ East Fairmont High School (Meet by Softball Field)
Friday: 9-10:15 @ Prickett's Fort (Lower Lot)
Saturday: 9-10:00 East Fairmont High School (Meet by Softball Field)