Back to School 2025-2026
Join the Parent Teacher Association. Parent volunteers work with the school’s teachers and administration in various committees to enrich the learning experience and help the school function. In the past, EMSPTA has raised money to supply Smartboards, computers, special speakers, and even air conditioning for the classrooms! Every dollar you donate helps your student. Each time you volunteer, it adds value to every student’s experience at school. Receive a Parent directory with a minimum donation! JOIN THE PTA TODAY!
Get Involved. Our community relies on YOUR generosity! Whatever your skills or time commitment, whether in person or from home, we have many ways for you to contribute and make a positive impact. Our goal is to connect as many engaged people as possible to the school in whatever ways they are willing to participate. Please visit our webpage to learn more about various roles and how to sign up.
Come to the Open House. Grade 6 (Date TBD) & Grades 7-8 (Date TBD). This is one of the only opportunities to meet your child's teachers and experience a mini version of his/her day, attending classes and quickly switching classrooms. Parking is difficult, so get there early to allow time to find a spot and be on time. Parking is also available at the nearby Riverside School. The school will send more information closer to the date.
Welcome Coffee - All Grades (Date TBD)
The welcome coffee is an informal interaction to learn more about the curriculum, PTA events, the numerous enrichment programs for our kids, opportunities to ask questions, and more. You'll meet our Principal, Marc Guarino, your grade-specific administrators, and counselors. Additionally, we'll offer a sneak peek into the enriching programs and other activities facilitated by the PTA to benefit your children.
Picture Day (Dates TBD)
More information about how to place orders for your child's school photos will be available at the start of the school year.
Gator Wear
Students will be asked to wear Gator Gear throughout the year to show school spirit. Get yours today from EMS PTA Spirit Wear Store.
Calendar
Remember to check the calendar on EMSPTA.org for upcoming events and programs, including Grade-Level Coffees, Open House Nights, and PTA Meetings. You can also sync the calendar to your personal one.
- Visit the Eastern Middle School website for back-to-school information
- Bell Schedules (coming soon)
- School Nurse's Office Tina Wickstrom
- EMS School Supplies List 2025-26 (coming soon)
- Eastern Bus Routes 2025-26 (coming soon) Late Bus Schedule (coming soon)
- FAQs
Arrival and Dismissal info. Marc Guarino, EMS Principal, will email detailed information. The school start and end times will be the same for ALL students. Start time will be 8:15am and end time will be 3:00pm. Please do adhere to the traffic rules for the safety of our children.
Lunchtime. Many children choose to bring their own lunch. This is especially helpful for the social child who talks a lot, forgets to eat, or is a slow eater.
Clubs are special after-school activities. In the past, we have had the debate club, Young Financiers Club, etc. It will take a few weeks to get this up and running again. Visit the Clubs Page for more information.
Intramurals are drop-in organized sports after school. This is an excellent opportunity to participate in a supervised activity while "hanging out" with friends and classmates. Clubs and Intramurals end in time for your child to take the late bus home. Visit the Intramural Sports page for more information. Please note that there are no after-school activities on Wednesdays and late bus transportation is only available on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. More information will be provided by the school.
Competitive Team Sports. The EMS Fall Competitive Sports Season 2025 registration process has now begun. Please visit the Athletics Page for more information.
If your child is interested, please ensure you have turned in a Competitive Sports Participation Form! The practices/ games will extend later than the late bus, so pick-up would need to be arranged.
Bus Passes & Bus Routes. Free transportation to and from school is provided for students living beyond the established student walking distances. Check the EMS Bus Routes 2025-26 (coming soon) to find your bus number and stop. Call the school office if you have any questions. Please visit the GPS Transportation page for more information, including the Late Bus Schedule (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday only) (coming soon) and lost and found.
Upcoming Dates
2025-26 School Calendar (one page)
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