From the Principal’s Desk...
Hello ETR Family,
As we transition into spring, our ETR progress continues to blossom. Students are actively engaged in their studies, showcasing growth in various subjects. With the promise of warmer days ahead, the school community anticipates a season of academic achievements, extracurricular endeavors, & positive developments.
We are looking forward to seeing what the spring hold for us here at ETR.
ETR Middle School Administration
ETR Schedule
March 18 ~ ODD DAY
March 19 ~ EVEN DAY
March 20 ~ ODD DAY
March 21 ~ EVEN ** DAY ROCK YOUR SOCKS DAY!!
March 22 ~ ODD DAY ** Blue & Gold Day
** Blue & Gold Day please feel free to show your Springfield pride with your Blue & Gold Gear**
Hoops for Heart
March Madness is here at ETR!
Please turn in your forms for Hoops for Heart to any of the Wellness teachers Tuesday March 12th or Wednesday March 13th. The basketball tournament will take place Thursday March 14th after school. You must fundraise to participate or watch the event.
ETR ATHLETICS
STAY TUNE FOR SPRING SPORTS UPDATE
** PIAA form must be completed to participate
Forms are available in the ETR Main Office
Springfield Music Spirit Wear
HOME & SCHOOL
Please visit our Facebook page-ET Richardson Middle School Home and School Association, where we plan to communicate about events happening and important information throughout the year.*PLEASE ANSWER ALL MEMBERSHIP QUESTIONS*
8th Grd. Course Selection meeting date coming soon.
*** More Information to Follow.
SAVE THE DATES:
3/14/24~ Hoops For Heart.
3/21/24~ Open Mic Night @ 5:30
4/12/24~ Dance to Make a Difference 7:30-9:30
4/16~ 8th Grd. Parent Meeting 6-7:30pm.
5/7/24~ ETR Art Show 4:30-6:30pm.
5/29/24~ ETR/SLC Book Swap 5-7pm.
6/4/24~ 8th Grd Hershey Park Trip
6/8/24~ 8th Grd. Social @ SHS 6:30-9pm.
6/10/24~ 8th Grd. Recognition @ SHS 6:30-8:30pm.
Gina Ragan (President): gina_ragan@yahoo.com
Maureen Carr (Vice President): mocarr965@yahoo.com
Alison Neville (Treasurer): aneville15@comcast.net
Kristyn Powers (Secretary): kmpowers3@yahoo.com
CHECK OUT OUR
FACEBOOK PAGE
If you would like to join ETR Home & School's Facebook page, please follow this link and answer the security questions https://www.facebook.com/groups/180428542149623
Philadelphia Union Half Time Hype Tunnel
E.T. Richardson families,
We are working with Philadelphia Union once again to organize a fun night out for the club this year! Families have the ability to purchase tickets for the match on Saturday, March 30th at 2pm vs. Minnesota! 40 people from the school will get to participate in Half Time Hype Tunnel to cheer the Union players back onto the field! This is also the Union Kid’s Day where all kids can take a shot on the goal post-game!!!
Due to the number of season tickets holders this year the Union are selling games out quickly. The Union do expect to be sold out by this weekend! There are 200 tickets left for the match at first come first serve.
Purchase your tickets today at the following link: https://fevo-enterprise.com/Etrichardson
Questions of issues with the Fevo ticket link, please contact Alex Carrington at the Union at 302-415-1510 oracarrington@philadlephiaunion.com.
Hope to see you
ETR COUNSELOR TEAM
The Guidance Department changed a bit from last year with new assignments. Here is breakdown of our new responsibilities in our department:
8th Grade: Mr. Spiropoulos Demetrius.Spiropoulos@ssdcougars.org
7th Grade: Mrs. Beatty Maramei.Beatty@ssdcougars.org
6th Grade: Mr. Weaver Jamie.Weaver@ssdcougars.org
Supporting all grade levels: Ms. Smith Jocelyn.Smith@ssdcougars.org
New Breakfast Program in the Cafeteria
We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new breakfast program! Starting Monday October 2, 2023 a delicious breakfast will be served in the cafeteria each morning before school. This initiative aims to ensure our students start their day right. We invite you to encourage our students to join us in the cafeteria to enjoy a nutritious breakfast together.
Information about Security Clearances for Volunteers
BACKGROUND CHECKS, CLEARANCES AND DISCLOSURES
All volunteers who are responsible for the welfare of children must have obtained all security clearances prior to service. These volunteers are persons who will chaperone a field trip or volunteer at certain building events as determined by administration. Necessary clearances include: Child Abuse Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check and FBI Clearance (waivers for the FBI check are available for persons who have been residents of Pennsylvania for ten years or longer). All clearances are available electronically via the following links:
Criminal Background Clearance or print and mail an application
FBI Fingerprints or 10 year + residents of PA may waive the clearance by submitting an affidavit
FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION (FBI) FINGERPRINT CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK INSTRUCTIONS: Applicants must register for fingerprints online at: https://www.identogo.com/ (select Digital Fingerprints)
Service Code for EMPLOYEES only: 1kg6xn - $25.25
Service Code for VOLUNTEERS only: 1kg6zj - $23.25
*cost is subject to change by the state
Upon completion, please be sure to print out confirmation / receipt; clearances should be submitted by the volunteer to the main office of your students’ school building(s). The FBI Waiver Affidavit must be presented in person by the volunteer and witnessed by the main office.
Fees for volunteers applying for clearances have been waived by the state, with the exception of the FBI background check, which costs. Submitted clearances must be renewed every 60 months. Certifications are portable as long as they are current; if you currently have clearances less than 5 years old, they are valid and may be submitted to your students’ building(s).
Should you have any questions, please contact your building principal.
(Additional information is available on the Human Resources page.)
ETR Clubs & Activities
Mr. White
Ms. Belinski
If you need a quiet, comfortable space to get your homework done or you'd like any kind of homework help -- homework club will be starting on October 10th in the LMC! It will run every Tuesday and Wednesday from 2:45-3:45. See Mrs. Lucchetta (room 105) or Mr. Bonnell (room 117) if you have any questions. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/7tMkFCDDAc3D83kr6
Mr. Spiropoulos
Springfield Script CLUB
Contact Mrs. Amalfitano in room 26, or by email, for more information.
Ms. Place
RUNNING CLUB
Ms. Smith & Ms. Beatty
Ms. Christiansen
Mrs. Schwartz
Sign up sheets are in the Main Office
will compete on April 29th. More details to come with registration in January.
Meeting Dates:
2/28
3/13
GAME BOARD CLUB
Mrs. Schwartz
Sign up sheets are in the Main Office
Meeting Dates:
2/22
3/7
3/28
The first meeting is Monday October 9 after school and ends at 3:45. The club will take place every Monday. If a student wants to participate, their parent can email me giving them permission to stay at lauren.ballew@ssdcougars.org.
Mrs. Wiseley’s
Ms. Mancini
Ms. Parsons
Yearbook Photography Club: Ms. Stewart
7/8 Yearbook Club:Ms. Stewart
NJHS
Applications for NJHS deadline to apply is October 6th.
Next NJHS meeting for 8th grade existing members is October 5th in the library.
If you have any questions please contact Ms. Schwartz.
Meeting Dates:
2/29
3/14
Christyanne.Schwartz@ssdcougars.org