| MISSION Elko Middle School is a comprehensive middle school in Henrico County Public Schools. We aim to inspire educational excellence among all students in their journey from middle to high school. To achieve our goal, Elko will increase the percentage of students demonstrating proficiency in grade-level content by 10% in ELA, Math, & Science. Elko Middle School will maintain a Chronic Absenteeism rate below 15%. VISION Elko Middle School will soar from good to great by inspiring educational excellence among all students. Educational excellence will be measured by maintaining full accreditation in our academic program and increasing the number of extracurricular activities and business partnerships in the community. To this end, we will provide: 1. A safe and orderly campus for all students 2. Daily instruction meeting individual student needs. 3. Programs and activities that enhance academic achievement, as well as each student’s social |
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THE THEME FOR 2024-2025 | UNLEASH YOUR INNER EAGLE: EXPLORE, LEARN, SOAR |
HAPPY HOLIDAYS 2024 |
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CELL PHONE POLICY CHANGE | Governor Youngkin has issued Executive Order 33 (“EO33”) https://www.doe.virginia.gov/home/showpublisheddocument/57403/638621683945370000 which establishes a Cell Phone-Free Education policy. According to this order, middle school students are prohibited from having cell phones or personal electronic communication devices during the school day, from the start of the first bell to the end of the last bell. If students bring these devices to school, they must be turned off and stored away throughout the school day. This policy will take effect on January 1, 2025. We are sending this communication to keep you informed about the new order, which will be enforced when students return to school on January 6, 2025. While students will be unable to use their cell phones or any other personal electronic devices during the school day, they may use devices that are issued by the school. Students with medical conditions that require the use of a cell phone must have a doctor's note on file in the clinic. If a student needs to contact a parent or guardian, they can do so by visiting the main office. Additionally, students who do not abide by the policy will have consequences outlined by the Code of Student Conduct. First Offense- Device confiscated until the end of the school day, verbal warning and parent/guardian contacted. Second Offense- Device confiscated, parent/guardian contacted, and parent/guardian must retrieve the device. Third Offense-Device confiscated, parent/guardian must retrieve the device, and school-level consequences shall apply. Fourth Offense- Device confiscated, parent/guardian must retrieve the device, school-level consequences shall apply, and students shall be banned from possessing a cell phone and/or electronic device at school for the remainder of the school year. We recognize that this is a significant change. We have done an excellent job with the current policy, and we are confident that the students will continue to perform well with the new policy. Please discuss this change with your student at home. We will ensure that the students receive all the necessary information about the executive order. Together, we can make this transition as smooth as possible. |
TECHNOLOGY
| Navigating the digital world can be challenging for families, but Common Sense Media is here to help! Check out this helpful video, "Digital Citizenship | Supporting Your Kid's Digital Life," to learn practical tips for guiding your child toward healthy habits online. Whether it’s setting boundaries, encouraging open conversations, or understanding the apps they use, this video offers strategies to empower both you and your child. 🎥 Watch the video here: Supporting Your Kid's Digital Life Together, we can help students build safe and responsible digital skills! |
HCPS & ELKO FAMILY ONLINE SERVICES AND RESOURCES | Click here to access HCPS online services and resources website: this website can assist in the following areas: PowerSchool Parent Portal, Schoology, Making School Payments, and Paying for Meals. Click here to access ELKO MS family resources. |
COMMUNITY OPPORTUNITIES (ELKO AND SANDSTON COMMUNITIES) | No new opportunities are available at this time. |
VOLUNTEER PROCESS | If you would like to become a volunteer, please complete the online volunteer/mentor application via the link below. Volunteer: Your involvement as a volunteer can make a valuable contribution to education in Henrico County. Your involvement as a volunteer can make a valuable contribution to education in Henrico County. |
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ELKO ATHLETICS
| Elko Athletics Week 12/16/24-12/20/24 at a glance! |
ELKO LEADERSHIP TEAM | Tyrus T. Lyles Ed.D-Principal-ttlyles@henrico.k12.va.us Taleesa Meeks- Associate Principal- tjmeeks@henrico.k12.va.us Corey Calder- Associate Principal- ctcalder@henrico.k12.va.us Akeela Tyson- Assistant Principal- altyson@henrico.k12.va.us Brandon Hardy- Assistant Principal- bahardy@henrico.k12.va.us Jorli Swingen- Director of School Counseling-jkswingen@henrico.k12.va.us Kendra Amis-Athletic Director-kdamis@henrico.k12.va.us Jennifer Jenkins-Administrative Aide- jrjenkin@henrico.k12.va.us Ethel Reed- Administrative Aide- elreed@henrico.k12.va.us Torre Siler-Administrative Aide- tsiler@hennco.k12.va.us Abby Thomas- Administrative Aide- arthomas@henrico.k12.va.us Frenchie Travis- Administrative Aide- fmtravis@henrico.k12.va.us |
The Nest News- Holiday Edition 2024
December 21, 2024
