Welcome Back, Eatonville Middle School Families!

Dear Eatonville Middle School Families,

Welcome to the 2026–2027 school year! On behalf of our entire staff, I am excited to welcome both returning and new families to Eatonville Middle School. We hope your summer was filled with opportunities to relax, make lasting memories, and spend quality time with family and friends. As the start of the school year approaches, we are looking forward to partnering with you to make this an outstanding year for every Warrior.

Our staff has been working hard to prepare for another successful school year, and we are excited about the opportunities ahead. This year, Eatonville Middle School will be implementing new math and science curriculum resources designed to provide engaging, high-quality instruction that supports student learning and achievement. We will also begin piloting a new English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum as we work toward selecting instructional materials for district adoption during the 2027–2028 school year. These new resources will help us continue providing students with rigorous, meaningful learning experiences that prepare them for success in high school and beyond.

One of our primary areas of focus this year is student attendance. We know that consistent attendance is one of the strongest predictors of academic success. Every day matters, and each day a student is in class is another opportunity to learn, build relationships, and grow. We appreciate the partnership of our families in helping students arrive at school every day, on time, and ready to learn.

We will also continue strengthening the routines, structures, and expectations that create a safe, respectful, and productive learning environment for all students. Consistent expectations throughout our building help students feel supported, build positive habits, and maximize instructional time. By working together with families, we can ensure Eatonville Middle School remains a place where every student has the opportunity to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

We invite all families to join us on Thursday, August 27, as we kick off the new school year with several opportunities to connect:

• 6th Grade Warrior Camp: 1:00–3:00 p.m.
• 7th & 8th Grade Orientation: 3:00–5:00 p.m.
• Open House: 5:00–6:00 p.m.

During these events, students and families will have the opportunity to:

• Meet teachers and staff.
• Tour the school and locate classrooms.
• Have student school photos taken.
• Purchase ASB cards.
• Complete athletic registration for fall sports.
• Ask questions and prepare for a successful start to the school year.

Our first day of school is Wednesday, September 2. School doors will open at 7:30 a.m., the first bell will ring at 7:55 a.m., and classes will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m. We encourage students to arrive a little early on the first day to get settled, reconnect with friends, and start the year off on the right foot.

Thank you for entrusting us with your child's education. We value the partnership we share with our families and know that when schools and families work together, students achieve great things. We are excited to welcome our Warriors back and look forward to an incredible year of learning, growth, and success.

See you soon, and Go Warriors!

Sincerely,

Andrew Justice
Principal
Eatonville Middle School