On Friday, we had an amazing time at Sawyer’s Fun Park celebrating our hardworking Tigers who earned Honor Roll or Principal’s List for at least 2 out of 3 quarters! 🏆📚 Their dedication, effort, and commitment to excellence truly deserve to be recognized — and what better way than a day full of fun, games, and great memories?
From trampolines to laser tag and everything in between, our students had a blast, and we couldn't be prouder of them. Huge shoutout to Sawyer’s Fun Park for hosting such a fantastic day, and to our staff and families for supporting our students every step of the way!
Keep reaching for greatness, Tigers!🐯 💛💚
On the first day of Teacher Appreciation Week, let me "taco bout" our great teachers at EJH! We’re serving up a big helping of gratitude for the amazing work our teachers do every single day. From their endless patience to their boundless creativity, they help our students grow, learn, and thrive ! 🌟📚
You guac our world, teachers! 🥑🎉
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Hello E. J. Hayes Families,
We hope you all had a wonderful weekend! As we power through the final stretch of the school year, we’re busy finishing up new content and reviewing the standards taught at the beginning of the year. It’s essential that every student is present daily and fully engaged by meeting our behavior and attendance expectations—being “all in” really makes a difference!
We also encourage you to stay connected by checking Class Dojo, ThrillShare, Facebook, and the notes that come home in your child’s Green Folder. If you have any concerns about your student’s grades, please contact their teacher immediately to schedule a parent-teacher or phone conference so we can work through any issues together.
Below are some important dates to keep in mind as we approach the end of the school year. Also, it’s Teacher Appreciation Week—a wonderful time to celebrate the significant contributions our teachers make to your child, our school, and our community.
Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Let’s have a fantastic week ahead!
What’s Happening This Week:
📅 5/5: Monthly School Board Meeting
🍎 5/5–5/9: Teacher Appreciation Week
📖 5/5–5/9: National Children’s Book Week
🙏 5/7: WOW in the Cafeteria at 7:15 AM
👫 5/7: WPS 2nd Grade Visit (9:00 AM)
🎓 5/9: MCHS Senior Walk
What’s Happening Next Week:
📘 5/12: EJH SIT Meeting
📣 5/15: Federal Programs Meeting for Parents/Guardians
Upcoming important dates:
📖 5/21: Last Day for LifeWise for the Year
✏️ 5/22: ELA EOG (3rd) & Science EOG (5th), Extend I Testing Begins
⏰ 5/22: Early Release Day at 1:30 PM
📆 5/23: Optional Teacher Workday
🇺🇸 5/26: Memorial Day – No School
📚 5/28: ELA EOG (4th & 5th), Read to Achieve (3rd)
➗ 5/29: Math EOG (3rd–5th)
🎉 6/5: End of the Year Celebration for Students (Attendance & Positive Behavior Expectations Must Have Been Met)
🏅 6/5: Academic Awards
📚 6/9–6/18: MCS Summer Program (Remediation & Retesting)
Today we honored our Principal, Ms. Bennett, for Principal Appreciation Day! ❤️ We are all so thankful for her leadership. She is passionate, dedicated, and determined!
Important Message about Band at RMS: Rising 6th Graders
"Springing Back in Gold Medal Style!"
We kicked off Spring Back Day by treating our amazing Olympic Team to a special Room Service Breakfast! Staff started the day fueled with all things nutritional and sweet — a perfect combination to energize the champions they are! Thank you for all you do to inspire excellence every day. Let’s keep the momentum going as we “Go for the GOLD” this spring!
Behind Every Great School is an Even Greater Admin!
We want to give a HUGE thank you to Mrs. Ayscue for being the heart of our front office! Your organization, kindness, and dedication keep everything running smoothly at E. J. Hayes. Whether you're juggling calls, supporting staff, or greeting families with a smile, you do it all with grace and excellence. We appreciate all that you do every day — you are truly GOLD.
Thank you for being the rock we can always count on!
100 Lessons = GOLD!
Congratulations to our amazing scholars for passing 100 i-Ready lessons! Your dedication, perseverance, and commitment to learning show that you are truly Going for the GOLD every single day. We are so proud of your hard work and determination! You have each earned a GOLD medal to celebrate this outstanding accomplishment. Keep believing in yourself and striving for greatness.
Celebrating Our 85 and Above Club Scholars!
We kicked off our first Monday back from spring break by celebrating academic excellence with our 85 and Above Club Scholars! Their hard work, perseverance, and commitment to success set the tone for an amazing finish to the year. We are so proud of their achievements and look forward to seeing even more greatness ahead. Let’s keep the momentum strong — the best is yet to come!
Hello E. J. Hayes Scholars, Families, and Staff!
We are excited for another wonderful week of learning and growth at E. J. Hayes! Here are a few important reminders:
✅ Field Day Reminder:
Students must meet all expectations outlined in the Field Day Contract to participate. Please continue encouraging strong behavior, attendance, and effort every day!
✅ Honor Roll & Principal’s List Trip:
Students who achieved Honor Roll or Principal’s List will receive a permission slip this week to attend the special trip on Friday. Permission slips must be signed and returned by Wednesday for eligible students to attend!
✅ EOG Countdown:
End-of-Grade (EOG) testing is just four weeks away! We need all students at school daily, ready to learn and focused. Every day counts!
Thank you for your continued support—let’s make it a fantastic week and keep Going for the GOLD!
#EJHayesStrong #EveryDayMatters #GoingfortheGOLD
Just a quick reminder that this week is Spring Break. We will return to school on Monday, April 28th. We encourage everyone to stay safe, relax, and enjoy this special time with family. We look forward to seeing everyone back soon, refreshed and ready to finish the year strong.
📣 Friendly Reminder: Scholar Dress Code 👕👖
At E. J. Hayes, we want our scholars to be dressed for success each day! Please help us by making sure your child follows the school dress code:
✅ Wear school-appropriate clothing
🚫 No pajamas, bonnets, or bedroom shoes
🚫 No sagging pants or shorts more than 3 inches above the knee
🚫 No spaghetti straps or shirts that show the midriff
🚫 No headscarves or tied-up shirts showing skin
🚫 No headphones during instruction or transitions
Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and focused learning environment. Let’s keep Going for the GOLD every day!
We’re headed into an exciting week as we prepare for Spring Break 🎉🕶️🌺! But before we dive into relaxation, let’s stay focused and finish strong.
Here’s what’s coming up:
📊 4/14–4/18: iReady EOY Diagnostic
🌱 4/15: 4th Grade Field Trip – Martin Soil & Water Conservation (Leave at 11:30 AM)
📘 4/15: ELA Mastery Connect Benchmark #3
➗ 4/16: Math Mastery Connect Benchmark #3
🔬 4/17: Science Mastery Connect Benchmark #3
✌️ 4/18: No School for Scholars
Then it’s time to unwind...
📆 4/21–4/25: SPRING BREAK! 🎉 Take this time to relax, recharge, and refresh—you’ve earned it!
📌 4/28: 📝 Welcome Back Scholars!
Keep showing GOLD behavior, working hard, and encouraging one another—the finish line is in sight!
National Assistant Principal Week may be over, but our appreciation for Mrs. Belangia-White is year-round! Her leadership, kindness, and commitment to our students and staff never go unnoticed. Thank you for being such a vital part of the Hayes family!
Don’t forget—CAN TABS ARE DUE TODAY!
We are so excited to see all the tabs coming in and can’t wait to find out which class will take the win! Every tab counts, and we love seeing your support for such a great cause.
Thank you for helping us Go for the GOLD together—let’s finish strong!
Just a reminder about this weekend's Rocky Hock Opry Shows at the Martin County Auditorium.
Half of all proceeds will be donated to our growing MCS Theater Program! Tickets are still available at the listed locations, including our Central Office. If you do not pick up your tickets in advance, you can purchase them at the door!
A big thank you to the Rocky Hock Opry for making this effort to benefit our students!!
Congratulations to our “85 and Above Club” members! 🎉 Your hard work and dedication are paying off! Keep aiming high, shining bright, and going for the GOLD! ⭐️ You make us proud—keep it up! 🏆
STEAM Night is HAPPENING RIGHT NOW at E. J. Hayes Elementary until 7:00 PM! ⚙️✏️🎨
Pop in anytime to enjoy hands-on STEAM activities!
Every student who attends earns a 100 quiz grade in ELA, Math & Science—these will be included on this week’s Progress Reports! ✅
Snacks for the whole family from Durty Dogz!🌭
Let’s make tonight GOLDEN—we’ll see you soon!
#HayesSTEAMNight #GoingForTheGOLD #HandsOnFun #PopInAndExplore
STEAM Night is TONIGHT! ⚙️✏️🎨
5:00–7:00 PM | Drop-in style to fit your schedule! ⏰
Every student who attends gets a 100 quiz grade in ELA, Math, & Science! ✅
Grades will be on this week’s Progress Reports!
Snacks for the whole family (up to 290 served!) 🍪
Let’s make this hands-on event GOLDEN!
See you tonight at E. J. Hayes!
#HayesSTEAMNight #GoingForTheGOLD #FamilyFun #STEAMPower
