Dear Elementary School Parents, On Monday, March 29th, 2021, the Martin County Schools Board of Education voted for all Middle and High school students to transition to NC Plan A on Monday, April 12, 2021. Elementary School students are already on NC Plan A five days a week. Parents of K-5 students that are interested in their child returning to face-to-face... READ MORE >
Ready for a fun summer? Do you like Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math? All Martin County Schools students are invited to attend an awesome summer experience. See below for details. You can also call your child's school for more information or to ask questions. We hope to see you there! READ MORE >
Congratulations to all of our Principal's List and Honor Roll students for the 4th Six Weeks! Virtual students may come pick up their certificate, bracelet, and pencil from the front office. Great job everyone and keep up the good work!3rd grade Principal’s List: Kody Leggett, Darwin Powell, Olivia Smith, William Sturgill, Ja’Saun Wiggins, Adyia Rodgers, Ashlyn... READ MORE >
Parent Night One:Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 6:00pmParent Night Two: Thursday, February 18, 2021 at 6:00pm. READ MORE >
Greetings MCS Parents and Community, Martin County Schools cordially invites you to tune in to meet "virtually" Dr. David Fonseca, the new superintendent of Martin County Schools. Dr. Fonseca will be interviewed in a panel style conversation by parents that have volunteered to represent our schools for these events. The dates are as follows: Meet the... READ MORE >
Students will continue with virtual learning through February 5, 2021. The plan right now is to return to in person learning (for those that chose to return in person) Monday, February 8, 2021. We understand this is a hardship for many of our parents and that virtual learning is difficult. Unfortunately that is our only option at this time. Please have students... READ MORE >
Announcements for Jan 11-15 *All students are virtual for the next 2 weeks. If your student has not joined their google classroom, they need to check their email for an invite. Due to some changes in numbers, a few students are having to move to a different class so will need to accept the invite from their new teacher. All students that are moving classes have... READ MORE >
Any parents with children that will be virtual for this semester are invited to attend ONE of the following meetings. We will go over requirements, procedures, attendance, and maneuvering google classroom. There will also be time for you to ask questions. 10:00am meeting- meet.google.com/zuz-vwuv-vpm or join by phone 1 386-866-5284 PIN: 165 832 552#1:00pm... READ MORE >
Merry Christmas from E. J. Hayes and Santa! READ MORE >
Please note the change from Wednesday and Friday! We can't wait to have fun this week! Virtual students please join in on the fun! Send pictures to your teacher to post on our facebook page! READ MORE >
Please complete the following survey to update us on your family's decision for returning to school in January: https://bit.ly/K5FamilyDecision2Sem READ MORE >
Congratulations to all of our Principal's List and Honor Roll students for the 2nd 6 weeks! Keep up the good work! To all of our virtual students, we have a Top Tiger bracelet for you so come by the school one day and pick that up! We are so proud of you all! READ MORE >
Fourth graders in Mrs. Stephanie Hardison's class at E. J. Hayes studied rocks and minerals today. Thanks Mr. Hudson for coming in! READ MORE >
Weekly Announcements Nov 2-6, 2020: *Thank you all so much for your efforts in having your attestation slips in the mornings. Bus riders it is especially important for you to have yours since a parent may not accompany you to the bus stop. *Please remember to have your mask also. It is good practice to put an extra one in your bookbag in case you do forget.... READ MORE >
Check out these short videos on hand washing, wearing face coverings, and staying home when you are sick. There are English and Spanish Versions.https://www.nasn.org/nasn/nasn... READ MORE >
Parents just to let you know...all K-4 students should receive books in the mail very soon! This is their book to keep and read. There are questions included for you to use to discuss with them. READ MORE >
Congratulations to these students! Thanks for participating in Art the first 2 weeks of school! READ MORE >
Martin County Schools will continue to provide meals to anyone under age 18 through December 31, 2020. Breakfast will be served from 8:00am-9:00am. Lunch will be served from 11:00am-12:30pm. YOU DO NOT NEED TO PROVIDE A LUNCH NUMBER! READ MORE >
ATTENTION ALL E. J. HAYES PARENTS!!!! Please complete this survey as soon as possible. We value your feedback! Remote Learning Survey for Parents READ MORE >
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We will also deliver to Andrews Park and White City! READ MORE >
Summer Feeding begins Monday (July 6th) at all 5 of our Elementary Schools: South Creek, Rodgers, Williamston Primary, EJ Hayes, and Jamesville Elementary. Breakfast hours are from 8 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. and Lunch is available from 11:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. Meals are available for pick up only. Parents may pick up lunch for the current day as well as breakfast... READ MORE >
Check out these free resources from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society! They focus on STEM and Social-Emotional Learning! Activities for Students READ MORE >
Please join Ms. Michel Monday, June 1st for a meeting about band.https://meet.google.com/oht-qrkn-vdv READ MORE >
Aprendizaje activo para niños pequeños con PBS KIDS: Usando medios de aprendizaje digitales significativos para apoyar el aprendizaje en casa ¿Quién?: ¡Llamando a todos los educadores, padres, abuelos, tutores y cuidadores! ¿Cuándo?: Martes, mayo 19, 2020 ¿A qué hora?: 4:00 pm ET ¿Sobre qué?: La sesión incluirá: Introducción a los recursos digitales de PBS... READ MORE >
North Carolina has been approved by the USDA to participate in the Pandemic-Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) program. For children who participate in a school meal program, each family will receive an electronic transfer of funds depending on several factors.Since Martin County Schools participate in the Community Eligibility Program, all MCS students'... READ MORE >
Parents and Students if you enjoyed Travis and Geraldine when they were here in March, you will love these videos! Follow the instructions to log on and check them out. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at E. J. Hayes and we will help you get logged in! Thanks and Enjoy! READ MORE >
Congratulations to Mrs. Sharon Bryant, E. J. Hayes Teacher of Excellence! Mrs. Bryant has worked for Martin County Schools for 16 years and has been teaching at E. J. Hayes for 8 years. She currently teaches 3rd grade. She has the biggest heart for her kids and our school. Please join me in congratulating her!! We love you Mrs. Bryant! READ MORE >
Happy Nurse's Day to Mary Gwen Griffin! Thanks for all you do for the students and staff at E. J. Hayes Elementary School! We love you!! READ MORE >
The Martin County Board of Education will meet in a special called meeting Monday, May 11, 2020 at 6:30 pm. Due to social distancing requirements, the meeting will be broadcast via Google Meet.Join with Google Meetmeet.google.com/etg-hmvu-gzn Join by phone+1 409-698-0127 PIN: 798 839 451# READ MORE >
E J Hayes Fifth Grade Students, are you interested in band??? Fill out this form if you would like to be in band next year when you go to Middle School! https://forms.gle/jhjFZKYzpxv4For more information about band with Ms. Michel at Riverside Middle School, visit her webpage at... READ MORE >
If you live in the Williamston district and have not registered your youngster for Williamston Primary School Kindergarten, please so so as soon as possible.See the flier under the documents section of this website. Make sure to return the registration packet to WPS no later than May 18, 2020.Thanks READ MORE >
The Martin County Board of Education meets Monday, May 4, 2020. The meeting will begin at 6:30 pm at the NC Telecenter. To maintain compliance with Governor Cooper's social distancing regulations, the meeting will be held remotely. Anyone that wishes to view or listen to the meeting may do so through Google Meet. Meeting IDmeet.google.com/qwi-bknj-cod Phone... READ MORE >
Governor Roy Cooper recently announced that North Carolina has been approved for the new Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) program, to help families purchase food for children impacted by school closings due to COVID-19. NCDHHS is working to operationalize the program and families will begin to receive this benefit in coming weeks. “So many families... READ MORE >
Hey Everybody! Let's have some fun! Next week we will have a Virtual Spirit Week. We can't physically be together but we can be together in spirit! Get ready to share your photos with your teacher on remind or in an email, text, or your google classroom. You can also share by following us on Instagram "ejhtigers". Tag us in your pictures! #ejhtigers or... READ MORE >
Click on this link https://perspectives.se.com/performance-contracting/2020-earth-day-at-home-toolkit for some activities you can do at home to celebrate Earth Day!! READ MORE >
Don't forget about Family Code Events offered this week!http://www.familycodenight.org/ READ MORE >
There will be a special called Board of Education meeting Monday, April 20th, at 6:30 pm.The meeting will be to discuss the process by which the BOE will conduct a superintendent search. A closed session on Personnel will follow.The meeting will be conducted via Google Meets due to the COVID-19 virus. The phone number and meeting link will be posted prior to the... READ MORE >
Due to the COVID-19 virus, the April 6th Board of Education meeting will be held remotely using Google Meet. You may tune in via the internet or by phone. Please use the following information to connect.Join Hangouts Meetmeet.google.com/wnq-fvko-fer Join by phone +1 650-779-0282 PIN: 913 052 174# If you wish to make a public comment, please feel free... READ MORE >
Students may access the Martin County Schools internet in various parking lots around the county. No password is needed for most sites.)Riverside High School (main lot)MCSD Public South Creek Middle/High School (adjacent to softball field)MCSD PublicNC Telecenter Parking Lot MCSD PublicNERSBA Parking Lot (formerly Jamesville High School)Network Name: NERSBA or... READ MORE >
Are you interested in MCS Pre-K for 2020-2021? Interest Form - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScAMGpKLdjNGy3SHsZtRga31M10hXe9LnwTzDtLWxDacy8EMQ/viewform Preschool Application (you will need to print and fill out) - https://core-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/documents/asset/uploaded_file/642687/Preschool_Application_revised_Feb_2020_Final.pdf READ MORE >
On the behalf of the Martin County Board of Education, I want to extend encouragement to our students, their parents, and their communities. I especially want to encourage those that work hard to provide basic education to all of the children that attend Martin County Schools-- principals, assistant principals, student support personnel, teachers, teacher... READ MORE >
Martin County Schools is observing Spring Break this week, March 23-27, 2020. Students are not required to complete any work this week. If time out of school is extended, the week of March 30th students will use to complete the packets they were given this week. The week of April 6th, students will transition to online learning. Teachers have already set up their... READ MORE >
No breakfast will be served next week but a breakfast for the next day will be given out with lunch. Hot lunches are available at schools from 11:00am-1:00pm everyday. Hot lunches will be taken to mobile sites next Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Grab and go bags will be taken Tuesday and Thursday. Please see other post for times and locations of mobile lunch. READ MORE >
Check out this free resource! Digital Ranger Rick Magazine! https://rangerrick.org/freedigital/ READ MORE >
Coronavirus Information/Precautions Martin County Schools takes a proactive approach to the Coronavirus Click here for a letter from the Superintendent Visit the CDC website for updates on 2019-nCoV Visit the North Carolina Division of Public Health If you have questions or concerns, call the COVID-19 Helpline toll free at 1-866-462-3821. To submit... READ MORE >
Click on these links for resources for learning at home! Learning with TearsKeyboarding Online READ MORE >
https://sites.google.com/martin.k12.nc.us/martincospeechtherapy/home READ MORE >
During the time students are out of school as a result of the coronavirus, Martin County Schools will continue to provide meal service to students. Students and parents may pick meals up at each school location between 11 am and 1 pm daily. We will also have meals available for pick up at locations throughout Martin County according to the following schedule. It... READ MORE >
The Martin County Board of Education approved a change in the Spring Break days due to the two weeks of missed school due to the Coronavirus outbreak. Spring break was originally scheduled for the week of April 13-17. Now, spring break is considered to be during the week of March 23-27.April 10 (Good Friday) is a teacher workday.--no school for students.Monday,... READ MORE >
Announcements: * Beginning Monday, March 16th, all field trips have been cancelled through the remainder of the year. * All parent night activities are cancelled until further notice. We will not have PTA or our STEAM/Art Night. *We are asking that visitors refrain from coming to school unless it is an emergency or you are dropping off or picking up your student.... READ MORE >
If your child will be 4 on or before August 31, 2020, come check out our Pre-K program! READ MORE >
North Carolina's Severe Weather Preparedness Week is March 1-7, 2020. A statewide tornado drill will take place Wednesday, March 4, 2020 at 9:30am. Check out this website for more information.https://www.weather.gov/rah/2020ncswpw READ MORE >
Weekly Announcements: *Shout-out to our PTA who planned, decorated, and paid for our Valentine’s Dance! It was a tremendous success! Thank you also to all who donated and came to our dance Friday night. Everyone had a great time and we will definitely plan to do this again! *Our first collection day for Pennies for Patients was last Thursday and we raised $558!... READ MORE >
Weekly Announcements January 27-31 Monday, January 27-Report cards go home Tuesday, January 29- Wright Flight Informational meeting for 5th grade parents at 5:00pm Thursday, January 30-Academic Social: 3rd grade at 1;15pm, 4th grade at 1:45pm, and 5th grade at 2:15pm Friday, January 31-Students please return Student of the Month signs **Valentine Dance is... READ MORE >
The third grading periods ends Friday, January 17. 3rd grade students Friday, January 17 is the last day for you to meet your AR reward goal so make sure you are reading and taking your tests to meet your goal. Parents this is the season that we see the most sickness and I wanted to remind you about providing notes when students are absent so they will be excused.... READ MORE >
Parents we value your input and would appreciate it if you could fill out this survey. The link is also shared on our facebook page! Thanks so much for your time!https://bit.ly/2Ed8HkX READ MORE >
Weekly Announcements: Monday, 12/16-Wear Christmas socks Tuesday, 12/17- Ugly Christmas Sweaters; Christmas concert 6:30pm in the gym Wednesday, 12/18-Dress up for Christmas turkey lunch (NO JEANS) Thursday, 12/19-Christmas accessories (Christmas hats, antlers, necklaces, etc) Friday, 12/20- Christmas shirts and jeans for all students; EARLY DISMISSAL!... READ MORE >
Weekly Announcements:IReady testing continues this weekStudents are continuing to collect tickets to shop at the Holiday Store! Make sure you are following directions and earn your ticket!Thursday, 12/12: Progress Reports go homeFriday, 12/13: Wear Christmas shirts or red/green shirts READ MORE >
Please join us Tuesday, November 19, 2019 at 6:30pm for a PTA meeting. Fourth grade students will be singing and we will be sharing some information about Title I and activities for now through Christmas. An Advisory Board Meeting is also scheduled for 6:00pm before the PTA meeting. Hope to see you there! READ MORE >
Just a reminder that students may not be dropped off and enter the building until 7:20 in the mornings. We do not have staff on duty until 7:20am so for the safety of all students, we ask that you do not drop them off before 7:20am. READ MORE >
School is in session tomorrow! Monday, October 28, 2019 is a Make-up Day. READ MORE >
For our final day of Red Ribbon Week, students may wear their favorite sports team jersey or t-shirt with their uniform bottoms. If you do not have a team shirt, you can wear pink for our last Pink Out Day for the month of October. (Fifth grade students won the CARE challenge and can wear jeans to school tomorrow!) READ MORE >
Parents: If your student made principal's list or honor roll for the first six weeks, you are invited to attend the Academic Social Friday, October 18, 2019. These students should have brought home an invitation Wednesday. Students will receive a certificate and will get party squares and juice. It will be a short recognition ceremony for them and I know they would... READ MORE >
Friday, October 4, 2019 is an early release day and students will dismiss at 12:50. Have a great weekend! READ MORE >
Parents and Students remember to wear pink tomorrow! Pink shirts and pink socks may be worn with uniform bottoms. You can even wear a hoodie tomorrow if its pink! Let's show our support for those fighting breast cancer and honor the memory of those who lost the fight. READ MORE >
In order to make up school days missed due to Hurricane Dorian, the following changes to the school calendar have been made.October 28th was originally an "unscheduled day" but is now a regular school day. Students will attend school as usual.December 20th was originally an "unscheduled day" but is now an early release day. Students will dismiss at 1:00 pm."It is... READ MORE >
October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. E J Hayes will honor this month by Pinking Out on Fridays! Students may wear pink shirts and pink socks with their uniform bottoms. Any pink shirt is fine as long as it is school appropriate. We hope to see you all decked out in your pink on Fridays! READ MORE >
Friday, September 27, 2019 is Green Day at E J Hayes! Wear green to show your support for including others and to honor the Sandy Hook School community. READ MORE >
Information went home with students today to better clarify the issue of coats and sweatshirts. Please make sure your students shared this information with you. Be sure to give us a call if you have any questions. READ MORE >
E J Hayes will be participating in Start with Hello Week September 23-27, 2019. This event is through the Sandy Hook Promise organization whose mission is to promote kindness and prevent violence. Please ask your students about this as we go through next week. Thank you for your support! READ MORE >
Don't forget tomorrow, Thursday, September 19, is School Picture Day! Students may wear regular clothes as long as they are school appropriate. READ MORE >
Martin County DSS to Host “Town Hall” Meetings about Changes to Medicaid on September 19th & 23rd WILLIAMSTON, NC — The State of North Carolina is undergoing a transformation on the administration of Medicaid benefits. Some Medicaid beneficiaries will move from a “fee for service” to a “managed care” approach beginning February 2020 across the State. ... READ MORE >
Join us for our first PTA meeting Tuesday, September 17, 2019 at 6:30pm! READ MORE >
Per Grady Mullis, District Director of Boy Scouts of America of Martin County:We will be having a recruitment meeting for girls and boys interested in joining our new Cub Scout Pack in Williamston on Thursday, September 12th at 6:00 p.m. in the Williamston Primary Cafeteria. This meeting is for all students at E J Hayes as well. Cub Scouting is for grades K-5! The... READ MORE >
Parents if you would like to park in the morning or afternoon for drop-off and/or pick-up, please use the entrance from Washington Street into the big parking lot. (You will turn in beside the E. J. Hayes Alumni Building.) The side entrance by the front door is used only for cars dropping students off that are exiting the parking lot. READ MORE >
Please take note if you will need to sign students out early! READ MORE >
Make plans to stop by and meet your child's teacher(s) at Open House. We are excited about a new school year! READ MORE >
Just a reminder about uniform colors. Elementary students in grades K-5 may wear any solid color "polo" style shirt. Pants, skirts, jumpers, or shorts should be khaki, navy blue, or black. Middle and high school students are to wear solid "polo" style shirts that are black, gray, or their school color (navy blue for Riverside; Purple for South Creek). Pants,... READ MORE >
Due to some overlap of buses with Riverside HS and Riverside MS, E.J. Hayes students will be dismissed 30 minutes early tomorrow. Those schools are dismissing early due to the baseball game. Car riders and walkers will be dismissed at 2:20. READ MORE >
School will be closed starting Friday April 19th until Monday April 29th. Boys and Girls Club will be open Tuesday April 23rd through Friday April 26th READ MORE >
4th grade students will visit the Bob Martin Agricultural Center on Thursday April 18th to participate in Environmental Field Day READ MORE >
Don't forget the Friends of Martin Memorial Library book sale this weekend. Thursday through Sunday at Martin Memorial Library, 200 N. Smithwick Street, Williamston. The proceeds will help pay for summer reading programs for children. Come out and support the library!! READ MORE >
MCS will sponsor an Autism and Transition Fair for students with disabilities and their parents tomorrow, April 4, 2019. The event will be held at the Riverside High School cafeteria from 5-7 pm. READ MORE >
Parents, please join us for our 2019 D.A.R.E. graduation for 5th grade students to be held at 1:30 on Friday February 1st at 1:30 in the gym at school READ MORE >
Join us at 5:30 on January 22nd for an informational meeting about the Wright Flight Program that EJH 5th graders will be participating in. Students will learn about the history and science of powered flight and have an opportunity to earn a 30-minute flight in an airplane this spring. Attendance at this meeting is not required for your child to participate. READ MORE >
Join us December 18th, 6-7 pm at Riverside Middle School School: Martin County Schools implemented the Positive Parenting Program or Triple P last school year. Triple P will be back in our school this year and we are excited to be working with our parents again to create environments that help tackle the most common family issues and develop positive... READ MORE >
Join us December 11th, 6-7 pm at South Creek Elementary School: Martin County Schools implemented the Positive Parenting Program or Triple P last school year. Triple P will be back in our school this year and we are excited to be working with our parents again to create environments that help tackle the most common family issues and develop positive relationships... READ MORE >
Please support the 2018 Martin County Toys for Tots campaign. Toys will be collected through Martin County Schools and many community,clubs, organizations, churches, and businesses. Toy collection will continue through December 10th. Places where toys can be dropped off for our T4T campaign are:Martin County Board of Education, Riverside High School, Riverside... READ MORE >
Join us December 4th, 6-7 pm at Riverside Middle School:Martin County Schools implemented the Positive Parenting Program or Triple P last school year. Triple P will be back in our school this year and we are excited to be working with our parents again to create environments that help tackle the most common family issues and develop positive relationships in the... READ MORE >
Due to Hurricane Florence, Fall pictures have been rescheduled for Thursday September 27th READ MORE >
We will have our CandyMan Fundraiser Kickoff Tuesday, September 18. READ MORE >
We will take fall pictures Friday, Sept 14, 2018. Students may wear regular school appropriate clothes that day! READ MORE >