February 6, 2014

East Campus Family,

Michigan Merit Exam Schedule/Information

During the week of March 3rd, 2014 all high schools across the State of Michigan will be administering the Michigan Merit Exam (MME).  This test, formerly recognized as the MEAP, is required of all Juniors and any Seniors who have not previously taken it.  This is the 7^th year that the Juniors in our state take the MME and it is truly a high stakes test for a number of reasons.  The most appealing aspect of the MME to most of you is the fact that it includes the national ACT test, which means that all students can take the ACT test at the State’s expense; the scores will assist students in applying for college and career training programs. 

The administration of the MME will require us to alter our school schedule for the week of March 3th-7th.

The week will be scheduled as follows:

Monday, March 3^rd

All Students: Normal School Day                                                        

Tuesday, March 4^th

Testing Students:                                                          All Other Students:

ACT Plus Writing                                                             College/Career Visits                                                                                                       (NO SCHOOL)

8:00 am- 1:00 pm                               

                                                     

Wednesday, March 5^th

Testing Students:                                                          All Other Students:                              

       WorkKeys Testing                                                           Normal School Day

       8:00 am-11:30am                                                     

                                                     

Thursday, March 6^th

Testing Students:                                                   All Other Students:      

Michigan MEAP Portion                                           Normal School Day

8:00am-11:00am                                                     

                                                                       

Friday, March 7^th 

All Students:  Normal School Day

           

Any questions, please contact the office at (616) 361-7396.

November 1, 2013

Northview East Campus High School

Parent Teacher Conferences

Nov. 6^th.  4:30-7:30 p.m

Nov. 7^th.  12:30-3:30 p.m, and 4:00-7:00 p.m

Parents:  Please mark the above dates on your calendar.  East Campus staff and faculty feel very strongly that communication between school and home is vital to the success of your child.  We invite you to meet with teachers to discuss the academic progress of your child.  Student schedules will be available at the office.  We look forward to seeing you.  Please call with any questions, (616) 361-7396.

Sincerley,

Jamey A. Vermaat

Principal

Northview East Campus High School

616-361-7396

What a FANTASTIC start to the year!!!!

Parents and Students-

Let me start off by saying how PROUD I am to serve you in my role as principal.  It is truly an honor to work with all the outstanding young leaders we have in our building.  The year has started out very well and students have reported to school with high expectations and goals for themselves.  Please feel free to contact the school (616-361-7396) with any questions that you may have.

I would like to take a moment to explain our Math/Reading Intervention Lab.  This is a school wide initiative that makes up our scheduled second hour of the day.  All students are assigned into this class as part of their daily schedule.   The implementation of this class allows for remediation of core academic skills, as well as an  opportunity to prepare for the MME (Michigan Merit Exam) for those scheduled to take this test.  This test is mandatory for all juniors (and seniors who have not received a valid score) and will be held on the following dates:  March 4th., 5th., and 6th. of 2014.  More information will follow as we near this date.


Goal of Program:  The math/reading lab is designed to provide building-wide targeted content specific interventions and instructional support for all students at all ability levels.  The students will rotate on an “A/B” schedule, with Monday/Tuesday being the “A” days and Wednesday/Thursday being the “B” days.  This targeted instruction will take place within the first 30 min. of class.   The remaining 20 minutes of the class will be dedicated to Sustained Silent Reading for both the “A/B” days (students will SSR for 20 min. daily Monday-Thurday).  

Every Friday will be an “Ed Connect” day.  The purpose/goal of this will be two fold:

1.                            The teacher of record for that hour will be responsible for meeting with 7-8 students per week to review grades, academic progress, and establish a positive student-teacher relationship.  This will ensure that every student will have individualized connections with a teacher to provide individualized academic support, foster a positive student-teacher relationship, and make contact with parents/guardians when needed.

2.                            The students that are not actively engaged with the teacher will have the following options:  
 

a.       Opportunity to make-up any missing work for the week

b.      Opportunity to utilize the Credit Recovery program

c.       Silent Reading

           

*               Writing Prompts and any other assessments/activities tied to the SIP (School Improvement Plan) will be held during this time.

Northview East Campus High School

Dear East Campus Family-

On behalf of the staff of East Campus, I would like to welcome you to the 2013-2014 school year.  The staff and teachers have been working very hard in preparation for the start of the school year.  I strongly believe that the key to education is a strong partnership between home and school.  Please feel free to contact me with any questions that you may have. 

The first day of school will be on September 3^rd.  This will be a regular full day for all students.  Students will pick up their class schedules in the office on the first day of school.  Picture Day will be September 5^th.  Please refer to the form included for pricing.  Below you will find the daily schedule.

            1^st.       7:45-8:55

            2^nd.      9:00-9:50

            3^rd.       9:55-10:55

            Lunch 10:55-11:25

            4^th.       11:30-12:30

            5^th.       12:35-1:35

            6^th.       1:40-2:40

I am looking for individuals who would like to serve on the “East Campus Parent Advisory Board.”  The purpose of the “ECPAB” will be the following: facilitate a deeper connection with the parents and families of East Campus, review/develop the School Improvement Plan, and provide input and direction for school functions.  Based on interested parties, we will set a time that works for those interested.  We will meet roughly four to five times during the school year.  If you would like to be part of the “ECPAB,” please contact Ms. Dame at 616-361-7396.  Once I have a list of participants, I will schedule the first meeting.  Thanks!

It is with great pride and anticipation as I look forward to the first day.  The strength of East Campus is, without question, our student body.  The staff and I are extremely fortunate to have the opportunity to serve the families and students that walk through our doors.  We will do our very best to inspire, challenge, and learn- from and with your child.  Please let me know how I may serve you in any way.

Respectfully,

Jamey A. Vermaat

Principal

Northview East Campus High School

jvermaat@nvps.net

616-361-7396 

CONGRATULATIONS .........CLASS OF 2013!!!!

I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the 51 students who graduated from Northview East Campus High School on May 24th, 2013!  What an amazing accomplishment.  WE ARE SO PROUD!!

On behalf of the staff, we would like to express our sincere gratitude to the families of our graduates for entrusting us with your children. Your son/daughter has accomplished a significant milestone on their way to adulthood.  I am confident that the graduates leave us with the knowledge, empowerment, and skill sets necessary to tackle their next steps in life.  Please know that you will forever be part of the Northview family.

I consider it a great honor to have had the opportunity to work with this amazing group of individuals.  They have shown me that with dedication, perseverance, and an unwavering belief in themselves...that anything is possible.  It is extremely rare to have the opportunity to wake up every morning and work side-by-side with your heroes.   The graduating class of 2013 are my heroes.

With Great Pride,

Jamey A. Vermaat
Principal