Welcome back Yellow Jackets!
Use the QR code to complete a short survey for our counseling program! When completed, your child's name will be put into a drawing for a prize given out on the first full day of school!
Welcome to E.K. Baker!
An exciting new CTE enrichment opportunity and club is head to EKB for the 26-27 school year for middle school students!
We can't wait to expand our yellow jacket basketball program! It is great to be a yellow jacket!
Thank you Clearwater Baptist Church!
Last year, we found great success and thoroughly enjoyed watching our 3rd-5th grade students perform in a production of Peter Pan. This year we are excited to continue to explore the dramatic arts by diving into the big, blue world with Disney/Pixar's Finding Nemo Jr.! Just keep swimming and continue to follow along for more upcoming news! Great things are happening at EKB!
E.K. Baker Supply Lists
We’re excited to make back-to-school supply shopping easier for everyone with TeacherLists!
• To get started click the URL Below:
https://app.teacherlists.com/schools/58810-e-k-baker-elementary-school
• Select your child’s school and grade.
• Choose how you’d like to shop:
• ONE-CLICK ONLINE SHOPPING: Select from major retailers like Walmart, Target, (and more!), and your cart is prefilled with the exact items on your list.
• SHOP IN STORE: Print the lists or use the mobile-friendly checkable list on your phone if you prefer in-store shopping.
We’re excited to make back-to-school supply shopping easier for everyone with TeacherLists!
• To get started click the URL Below:
https://app.teacherlists.com/schools/58810-e-k-baker-elementary-school
• Select your child’s school and grade.
• Choose how you’d like to shop:
• ONE-CLICK ONLINE SHOPPING: Select from major retailers like Walmart, Target, (and more!), and your cart is prefilled with the exact items on your list.
• SHOP IN STORE: Print the lists or use the mobile-friendly checkable list on your phone if you prefer in-store shopping.
8th grade Friendship Group celebrated their "Final Fiesta" yesterday with a special lunch from El Jinete and group games! These students are the first group to attend all three years of middle school, and it has been a joy to spend time with them. Our 8th graders are a very special group of students, and we wish them all the very best as they begin their high school careers! #AllinforMcMinnCountySchools
More fun photos from our FCA trip at Camp Living Stones! Our group games involved a lot of partner work, which emphasized the importance of working together and being a trustworthy friend!
FCA had another amazing trip at Camp Living Stones this year! We want to thank the incredible camp staff for welcoming us, cooking a delicious lunch, and spending quality time with our students through group games and meaningful conversation. We also want to especially thank Clearwater Baptist Church and Zion Hill Baptist Church for sponsoring our students! #AllInForMcMinnCountySchools
Third grade friendship group formed their own mini groups and took turns using our social-emotional flashcards! It is a beautiful day to be at EKB!
8th Grade Parents! Don't forget that Tribe Night is tomorrow night at McMinn County High School.
Third grade students worked on their test-taking skills in classroom guidance lessons this week! Student became official members of the "Anti-Test Anxiety Society" as they learned to apply helpful test-taking strategies designed to help them do their best and calm their nerves!
A few weeks ago George McClure had the opportunity to share his testimony with FCA members on saying no in life to certain things & saying Yes to Jesus! Thank you for coming to share wisdom with our youth George!
Last week, our 5th grade math teacher and FCA sponsor shared a powerful word on trials and responding with faith and honesty to Jesus. Thank you Mrs. Wiseman for your transparency and words of wisdom!
Friendship Groups have been enjoying the sunshine at lunchtime! Yesterday, both second grade classes ate outside and broke into small groups to discuss what they're learning in class, something good about their week, and how to be a good friend. It's a great time of year for Friendship Group! ☀️
McMinn West football cheer tryouts for middle schoolers are next week!
We would like to recognize our Youth Leadership Award Recipients! These students had to complete an entire application with references and write an essay on a leader in their lives. We are so proud of these student leaders!
Kenzie Leekley (7th)
Kailyn Walker (8th)
Sheila Rodriguez (8th)
Titus Rue (6th)
These students qualified for the Elk’s Hoop Free Throw Shoot last Saturday by shooting the best free throw percentage in their age group during P.E. Age Group 8-9 Winners: Oaklyn Collins & Raelynn Wattenbarger; Age Group 10-11 Winners: Brayden Stiles & Ellie Miller; Age Group 12-13 Winners: Axel Weir & Kenzie Leekley. Ellie Miller ended up winning 2nd place in the girls 10-11 age group!
Our youth leaders enjoyed a fun-filled day at TWU last week! We are so proud of these future leaders and look forward to seeing how they will continue to impact their schools and communities.
