November 16, 2025
We have had a wonderful short week at E. J. Hayes, and we are looking forward to all of the exciting events planned for next week. We hope everyone enjoyed a restful weekend and is ready for a strong start. Our students are working hard each day toward earning golden paws, and many classes are close to being the first to celebrate positive behavior as a team.
Spread Kindness thru CANS
Our school will host a Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive from November 17th through November 21st. All donated canned goods will be delivered to our local food bank to support families in our community during the holiday season. The class that collects the most donations will receive a special treat. Thank you for your kindness and generosity as we work together to make a positive impact.
Hayes Harvest Festival
We are excited to share that the Hayes Harvest Festival will take place on November 21st. Families and community members are encouraged to sign up to host a booth, as additional volunteers will help make this event even more enjoyable for our students.
Students must pay $5.00 and return a signed permission slip in order to stay after school for the festival. Please plan to pick up your child promptly at 4:30 PM. Thank you for your support in helping us create a safe and fun experience for our students.
Attendance Matters at E. J. Hayes
Attendance is essential for student success, and we are continuing to monitor student attendance closely because consistent school attendance ensures that every child receives access to daily learning. We also appreciate students arriving on time each day so that instruction can begin promptly at 7:55 AM. Thank you for your partnership and support as we work together to improve student attendance at E. J. Hayes.
Important Upcoming Dates
November 18th: 3rd Grade CoGAT Testing
November 21st: Hayes Harvest Festival 3:00 PM-4:30 PM
November 26th-28th: No School
December 4th: Progress Reports Go Home
December 17th: "Hayes Has Talent" Show 5:30 PM-7:00 PM
December 18th: Early Release Day
We have had a wonderful short week at E. J. Hayes, and we are looking forward to all of the exciting events planned for next week. We hope everyone enjoyed a restful weekend and is ready for a strong start. Our students are working hard each day toward earning golden paws, and many classes are close to being the first to celebrate positive behavior as a team.
Spread Kindness thru CANS
Our school will host a Thanksgiving Canned Food Drive from November 17th through November 21st. All donated canned goods will be delivered to our local food bank to support families in our community during the holiday season. The class that collects the most donations will receive a special treat. Thank you for your kindness and generosity as we work together to make a positive impact.
Hayes Harvest Festival
We are excited to share that the Hayes Harvest Festival will take place on November 21st. Families and community members are encouraged to sign up to host a booth, as additional volunteers will help make this event even more enjoyable for our students.
Students must pay $5.00 and return a signed permission slip in order to stay after school for the festival. Please plan to pick up your child promptly at 4:30 PM. Thank you for your support in helping us create a safe and fun experience for our students.
Attendance Matters at E. J. Hayes
Attendance is essential for student success, and we are continuing to monitor student attendance closely because consistent school attendance ensures that every child receives access to daily learning. We also appreciate students arriving on time each day so that instruction can begin promptly at 7:55 AM. Thank you for your partnership and support as we work together to improve student attendance at E. J. Hayes.
Important Upcoming Dates
November 18th: 3rd Grade CoGAT Testing
November 21st: Hayes Harvest Festival 3:00 PM-4:30 PM
November 26th-28th: No School
December 4th: Progress Reports Go Home
December 17th: "Hayes Has Talent" Show 5:30 PM-7:00 PM
December 18th: Early Release Day
We are looking forward to a great week!
Students in Ms. Cherry's class prepared for Halloween by holding The Great Spider Race! The Spider Race was a hands-on activity where students created spiders from cardboard, zip ties, and googly eyes, then raced them across the floor. It promoted problem-solving as students explored how to make their spiders move. Some of them used straws, while some of them found more success in blowing directly onto the spider. It also fostered social-emotional growth through turn-taking and cheering for peers, while connecting to STEM concepts like motion and friction—all in a fun and engaging way!
Today our EJ Hayes Tigers who had positive behavior points got to trade them in for a treat from our Tiger Treasure Store!
We are looking forward to a great week ahead. Stay informed by listening to this week's phone message on Sunday Night. Every Monday, your child receives this information in their folder. In addition, continue to monitor our school Facebook Page and Class Dojo for information. We appreciate your partnership in supporting our school and community.
Upcoming Unity Day: October 22nd
Due to ongoing road work on Andrews Street, we are adjusting our traffic flow to ensure the safety of our students, families, and community. Beginning immediately, all vehicles picking up students should access Andrews Street from Washington Street near the train tresses and exit Andrews Street onto Main Street.
Thank you for your cooperation and for helping us maintain a safe and efficient dismissal process. Your partnership and support make a tremendous difference in keeping our students safe each day.
🌟 WOW Wednesday at E.J. Hayes! 🌟
Wednesday morning, E.J. Hayes Elementary kicked off our very first WOW Wednesday (Worship on Wednesday) before school, hosted by our amazing school counselor, Beth Griffin! 💛
Students gathered together to start the day with positivity, connection, and a meaningful lesson on kindness, reminding us all that a little kindness can go a long way in making our school and community a better place.
We’re so proud of our students for showing up early, showing kindness to one another, and setting the tone for a wonderful Wednesday at Hayes! 🐯💛 #TigerPride #WOWWednesday #KindnessCounts #EJHayesElementary
Exciting News for Families 9.28.25
We are looking forward to another exciting week of teaching and learning. With a four-day school week ahead, we are focused on making every moment count. Thank you for your continued support as we work together to help every student grow and thrive.
Attendance matters. Each day in school builds knowledge, skills, and confidence. If your child is absent, please send a written note within three days.
Behavior matters too. Please take time to talk with your child about respect, responsibility, and making good choices at school. Students who repeatedly disrupt learning may face disciplinary consequences. Our goal is to keep every classroom safe and productive.
Reminders for families:
Send in your can tabs. We will collect them through April 30th, 2026.
Please sign and return the technology agreement and send in the $25 technology fee.
Review and return your child’s folder daily.
Review and sign your child’s progress report each week.
Important upcoming dates:
September 23rd: End of the first quarter progress report period and 5th Grade Career Awareness Day.
September 24th: See You at the Pole at 7:15 AM.
September 24th and 25th: Dental Van visits EJH.
September 26th: Mandatory Teacher Workday. No school for students.
October 1st: WOW in the EJH cafeteria at 7:15 AM.
This has been your weekly message from E. J. Hayes. Have a great evening.
Attendance matters. Each day in school builds knowledge, skills, and confidence. If your child is absent, please send a written note within three days.
Behavior matters too. Please take time to talk with your child about respect, responsibility, and making good choices at school. Students who repeatedly disrupt learning may face disciplinary consequences. Our goal is to keep every classroom safe and productive.
Reminders for families:
Send in your can tabs. We will collect them through April 30th, 2026.
Please sign and return the technology agreement and send in the $25 technology fee.
Review and return your child’s folder daily.
Review and sign your child’s progress report each week.
Important upcoming dates:
September 23rd: End of the first quarter progress report period and 5th Grade Career Awareness Day.
September 24th: See You at the Pole at 7:15 AM.
September 24th and 25th: Dental Van visits EJH.
September 26th: Mandatory Teacher Workday. No school for students.
October 1st: WOW in the EJH cafeteria at 7:15 AM.
This has been your weekly message from E. J. Hayes. Have a great evening.
Last night, Williamston Primary School and MIEP students were able to count and identify seeds, discuss carrots, and get an understanding of the plantbed on their campus from our T"ag"-Team of CTE Agriculture Teachers, Ms. Patterson and Ms. Eason. Several students arrived at the afterschool event to learn about plant processes in horticulture.
📢 Apologies for the message that went out this morning at 7:12 AM. A technical issue caused it to send as soon as I opened my computer. Thank you for your understanding and support.
Come see us at the CTE Tailgate before the big game tonight! We will be located right at the gate entrance.
5:30-kickoff! Games, Prizes, and Great Info about Opportunities in Career & Technical Education. Go Gators!
ESS is currently hiring substitutes. If anyone has questions, they may contact Latoya Hayes directly at lhayes@ess.com.
The Boys & Girls Club are currently accepting applications for the upcoming 2025–2026 school year. Attached you will find a flyer to share with the families at your school.
Registration Deadline: August 8th
Available Spots: Limited to 60 participants
Registration Deadline: August 8th
Available Spots: Limited to 60 participants
As we approach the "Back to School" season, there are several exciting events happening that we want you to be aware of. Please take a moment to review the upcoming activities and opportunities. We look forward to starting the school year strong together!
Happy Summer Time! The MCS Ag Department/FFA has picnic tables for sale! Enjoy the summer with a table under a shade tree or for family picnics. Contact Carli Patterson, FFA Advisor, at 252-792-8812. $100 and it will help support your local FFA Chapter!
Although the weather impacted our plans for an outdoor Field Day, Coach Hayes kept the fun and excitement alive! Our students who met PBIS attendance and behavior expectations enjoyed a high-energy, competitive dodgeball game in the gym. Thank you, Coach Hayes, for making it a memorable experience and celebrating our students in such a fun way!
We are so proud of the progress and accomplishments our 4th grade scholars have made this school year. Your dedication, perseverance, and hard work have truly made a difference. Keep pushing forward, continue to shine, and never stop aiming for success.🎉
