Dear ESMS Families,
What a fun week at ESMS! Spirit Week brought so much energy and East Shore pride to our hallways. Thank you to all of our students and staff who participated and dressed up each day. It was wonderful to see our school community come together and celebrate.
This week's Shore Connections theme centered on Empathy, and the idea that understanding begins when we pause long enough to consider someone else's experience. Connected to our SHORE value of being Open-minded, students reflected on choosing curiosity over judgment, listening to other points of view, and remembering that we can't always know what someone else is carrying.
One meaningful way to put empathy into action is by supporting our neighbors in need. East Shore is proud to take part in the City Wide Food Drive, and we invite families to donate non-perishable food items. Every contribution, big or small, helps make a difference in our community.
Today marks the end of our first marking period. Thank you for your support and partnership in helping your child get off to a strong start this year. As we begin the second marking period, students will start some new unified arts classes on Monday, a great opportunity to explore new interests and build new skills.
Please take a moment to review a few important updates below.
Warmly,
Mrs. Swanson
