July 15, 2025

Dear Eastlake Middle School Families,

My name is Sergio Quintero, and I am honored to serve as the proud principal of Eastlake Middle School. I hope you were able to enjoy a restful summer filled with time spent with family and friends. We are excited to welcome our Tritons back to campus and are looking forward to an incredible year ahead.

At Eastlake Middle School, we are deeply committed to supporting our students academically, socially, and emotionally. We believe in the power of teamwork between school and home, and we look forward to partnering with you to help every student succeed.

First Day of School- Wednesday, July 23, 2025

Here are some important reminders to ensure a smooth first day:

• Arrive Early: Duncan Ranch Road gets very busy- plan to arrive early to avoid delays. The first bell rings at 8:10am.
• Check Student Schedules: Students should check their schedules in the Infinite Campus Portal the evening of Tuesday, July 22, 2025. Final copies will also be provided during Period 1 on the first day of school.
• Campus Access: To help ease student transitions and avoid congestion, we respectfully ask that parents do not enter the campus on the first day of school. ELM staff will be stationed throughout campus on the first day of school to assist students with finding their classes.

Student Drop Off-Information

Please note the following guidelines for safe and efficient drop-off:

• Parking Lot Access is for Staff Only.
• Drop-off is permitted along Duncan Ranch Road (where legal), Stone Gate Road, and near Montevalle Park.
• Do not park or stop in red zones.
• Anticipate traffic and give yourself extra time. Your patience and cooperation help keep everyone safe.

Class Change Requests

At this time, counselors are focused on balancing class sizes and meeting contractual requirements. No class changes will be made during the first 10 days unless there is a scheduling error or an issue directly related to the master schedule.

Minimum Day Schedule- July 23-25

The first three days of school will follow Schedule F (Minimum Day). Students will attend all six periods and be dismissed at 12:51pm.  This is a great opportunity for students to meet all of their teachers and begin building connections.

Tips for a Great First Day

• Get a good rest on Tuesday.
• Arrive by (7:30am) to give yourself plenty of time to check posted lists and locate your Period 1 class. If you are unsure where to go- don’t worry! Staff will be available across campus to assist.
• Enjoy walking around the campus and reconnecting with friends. 
• Most importantly, have an amazing day!

We look forward to seeing students back on Wednesday, July 23, 2025. Let’s make it a great year together!

Respectfully,

Sergio Quintero

Proud Principal

Eastlake Middle School

2025 ELM Orientation

Dear Triton Families,

We’re excited to welcome all new students to Eastlake Middle School! To help our incoming Tritons get off to a great start, we’re hosting a New Student Orientation on Thursday, July 17. This event is open to all 7th and 8th grade students who are brand new to Eastlake.

Please RSVP using the following form:
Click here to register

Orientation is divided into two sessions based on students’ last names:

• Session I (Last Names A-K):

8:30 AM – 12:00 PM

• Session II (Last Names L-Z):

1:30 PM – 5:00 PM

Both sessions will begin promptly in the Multipurpose Room.

Important Notes:

• This is a students-only event. Parents, we kindly ask that you do not follow your student onto campus.
• Students will be released for pickup at 12:00 PM (Session I) and 5:00 PM (Session II).

We look forward to meeting our new Tritons and kicking off a great school year together!