East Forsyth Middle School
A Winston-Salem/Forsyth County School
🎉 Felicidades to our Teacher of the Year: Mr. Orellana! 🎉
We are thrilled to honor Mr. Orellana, an exceptional science educator in our dual language immersion program who exemplifies excellence in teaching every single day.
A colleague describes him perfectly: "an educator who believes that bilingualism is a bridge—connecting cultures, empowering students, and opening doors to a world of possibilities. In his classroom, students find their voices, gain confidence, and learn to see the world through more than one lens."
But perhaps the most powerful testament comes from his students themselves:
💙 "Durante los años que Sr. Orellana me ha enseñado han sido sobresalientes y ha sido muy fácil aprender de él."
💙 "Ha sido un placer tener el mismo maestro todos los años y él conoce nuestro estilo de aprendizaje para enseñarnos lo mejor que se puede."
💙 "Sr. Orellana es muy buen maestro y nos ayuda con lo que necesitamos para salir bien para High School."
💙 "Sr. Orellana ha sido una persona de confianza, lo estimo mucho y ha sido una persona que me ha impactado mi vida. Me dio la chispa y la confianza para seguir el camino para mi futura carrera como doctora de genética. Muchas gracias, Sr. Orellana."
Mr. Orellana doesn't just teach science—he ignites curiosity, builds confidence, and inspires students to dream big about their futures. He creates a classroom where every student is known, valued, and empowered to succeed.
Thank you, Mr. Orellana, for your dedication, your heart, and the incredible impact you make on our students' lives every day. This recognition is so well deserved!
#TeacherOfTheYear #DualLanguage #BilingualEducation #InspiringEducators #ThankATeacher
We are thrilled to honor Mr. Orellana, an exceptional science educator in our dual language immersion program who exemplifies excellence in teaching every single day.
A colleague describes him perfectly: "an educator who believes that bilingualism is a bridge—connecting cultures, empowering students, and opening doors to a world of possibilities. In his classroom, students find their voices, gain confidence, and learn to see the world through more than one lens."
But perhaps the most powerful testament comes from his students themselves:
💙 "Durante los años que Sr. Orellana me ha enseñado han sido sobresalientes y ha sido muy fácil aprender de él."
💙 "Ha sido un placer tener el mismo maestro todos los años y él conoce nuestro estilo de aprendizaje para enseñarnos lo mejor que se puede."
💙 "Sr. Orellana es muy buen maestro y nos ayuda con lo que necesitamos para salir bien para High School."
💙 "Sr. Orellana ha sido una persona de confianza, lo estimo mucho y ha sido una persona que me ha impactado mi vida. Me dio la chispa y la confianza para seguir el camino para mi futura carrera como doctora de genética. Muchas gracias, Sr. Orellana."
Mr. Orellana doesn't just teach science—he ignites curiosity, builds confidence, and inspires students to dream big about their futures. He creates a classroom where every student is known, valued, and empowered to succeed.
Thank you, Mr. Orellana, for your dedication, your heart, and the incredible impact you make on our students' lives every day. This recognition is so well deserved!
#TeacherOfTheYear #DualLanguage #BilingualEducation #InspiringEducators #ThankATeacher
🌟 Did you know? EFMS has connections to FREE family resources and supports!
From laundry services to community food resources to mental health support to parenting tips—our School Social Worker, Mrs. Christine Smith, has gathered amazing resources to help our community thrive.
Check them out today by visiting our website! 👇
https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/o/efms/page/family-resources-and-general-information
🏀 Ready to show your Raven pride?
Game day just got better! Grab exclusive Ravens spirit wear and rep your team in style—all while directly supporting our basketball program.
Every purchase helps fuel our athletes' success on and off the court.
👉 Shop now: https://artwork.bsnteamsports.com/v3/flyer/1493/149351/14935151/bf434f/14935151-flyer.pdf
Let's fill those stands with Ravens colors! 💙🖤
Students, are you interested in lacrosse? Take your skills to the next level with this free skill clinic on Saturday, January 17, at 2 p.m. The workshop will be held at the Kernersville Rec Center.
This is not a school sponsored event; it is hosted by a community partner.
This is not a school sponsored event; it is hosted by a community partner.
🎉 Sports O' Rama - NEW DATE! 🎉
The wait is over! Our postponed Sports O' Rama has been rescheduled for Friday, February 27. All eligibility requirements still apply, and your previously submitted forms and payments are still valid. See you there!
QUEST ALERT: Middle School Adventure Awaits!
Future Ravens, ready to LEVEL UP and unlock the MIDDLE SCHOOL ACHIEVEMENT? 🎮
Join our Epic Open House Event:
📅 Wednesday, January 14
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📍 East Forsyth Middle School
Our teacher squad is fully loaded, controllers in hand, and hyped to guide you through this legendary campaign. This is your chance to LEVEL UP from elementary to middle school—earn XP, meet your fellow Ravens, and get the insider strategy guide to dominate your next chapter!
Join us at the open house to press START and begin your journey as a RAVEN. 🚀
Future Ravens, ready to LEVEL UP and unlock the MIDDLE SCHOOL ACHIEVEMENT? 🎮
Join our Epic Open House Event:
📅 Wednesday, January 14
⏰ 6-7 p.m.
📍 East Forsyth Middle School
Our teacher squad is fully loaded, controllers in hand, and hyped to guide you through this legendary campaign. This is your chance to LEVEL UP from elementary to middle school—earn XP, meet your fellow Ravens, and get the insider strategy guide to dominate your next chapter!
Join us at the open house to press START and begin your journey as a RAVEN. 🚀
Eighth graders are invited to visit East Forsyth High School for a special open house event on Wednesday, January 14, from 6-7 p.m. This is a great chance to learn more about opportunities in high school as well as meet the staff of EFHS.
Don't forget that magnet applications are due by January 30, 2026.
🎉 WINTER SPIRIT WEEK IS HERE, Ravens! 🎉
The semester finale is almost here, and we're going out with a CELEBRATION! Get ready to show your Raven pride with some EPIC spirit dress-up days as we count down to winter break! ❄️
Let's make this final week UNFORGETTABLE! Time to have some fun, celebrate how far we've come, and fly into winter break in style! 💙🖤💙
Go Ravens! 🐦⬛✨
The semester finale is almost here, and we're going out with a CELEBRATION! Get ready to show your Raven pride with some EPIC spirit dress-up days as we count down to winter break! ❄️
Let's make this final week UNFORGETTABLE! Time to have some fun, celebrate how far we've come, and fly into winter break in style! 💙🖤💙
Go Ravens! 🐦⬛✨
Have you heard? Our Sports O'Rama is just around the corner. This January we will be hosting our first ever Sports O' Rama! This will be mini basketball, volleyball, and dodge ball games - all with students vs. teachers. Family members and students can purchase admission tickets to this event. Admission is $5/person.
If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Peete, our athletic director, at tspeete@wsfcs.k12.nc.us.
If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Peete, our athletic director, at tspeete@wsfcs.k12.nc.us.
There will be a school dance on Thursday, December 18, during the school day. Eligible students need to return the permission form (https://aptg.co/fhNcbM) and pay $5 admission for the event. Please see the linked permission form for eligibility requirements.
Concessions and Kona Ice will be available at the dance as well.
Concessions and Kona Ice will be available at the dance as well.
🏀 BOYS BASKETBALL OPEN GYM 🏀
Thursday, December 11, from 2:10-3:30 PM
Thinking about trying out for our team? This is your chance to do a workout and see what other possible players will be bringing to the team.
Rides must be at school at 3:30 p.m.
If you have questions or need more information, please contact Ms. Peete (tspeete@wsfcs.k12.nc.us), our school athletic director.
Thursday, December 11, from 2:10-3:30 PM
Thinking about trying out for our team? This is your chance to do a workout and see what other possible players will be bringing to the team.
Rides must be at school at 3:30 p.m.
If you have questions or need more information, please contact Ms. Peete (tspeete@wsfcs.k12.nc.us), our school athletic director.
Have you heard? You can enjoy a great meal and support our eighth grade's Washington, DC, Trip on Monday, December 15. Simply go out to Chipotle from 4-8 p.m. They will give us 25% of all sales during this time.
If you are stuck at work or home, you can even order online with the codeP7DC7G6.
If you are stuck at work or home, you can even order online with the codeP7DC7G6.
📚 Book Fair is HERE! 📚
SPECIAL FAMILY SHOPPING HOURS:
TODAY: 2:30 p.m. until volleyball starts
Tuesday, Dec. 10: 2:30 p.m. until volleyball starts
STUDENT SHOPPING:
Friday, Dec. 5 – Friday, Dec. 12, during the school day
FAMILY SHOPPING DURING SCHOOL HOURS:
Stop by anytime! We recommend 9 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. to avoid the morning student rush and dismissal procedures.
PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Cash, credit card, and tap to pay all accepted. Student e-Wallets can also be set up on the Scholastic webisite (bit.ly/EFMS_BookFair).
IMPORTANT: Student tap-to-pay purchases must be completed before 7:25 a.m. due to cell phone regulations.
We can't wait to see you at the Scholastic Book Fair, and thank you for your support.
It's Giving Tuesday!
Want to make a real difference? Our incredible teachers and staff at East Forsyth Middle School have created a wish list of classroom essentials, student incentives, and other items to improve our school. Your gift—big or small—directly impacts our students' learning experience.
Ready to give? Here's our Amazon WishList: https://a.co/de9HyqO
Thank you for supporting our school community!
🎁 Skip the Black Friday Lines - Shop at East Forsyth Middle 🎁
Looking for meaningful gifts? We've got you covered!
📚 Our Scholastic Book Fair opens on Friday, December 4
Find the perfect book, poster, or stationery for everyone on your list
👉 https://bit.ly/EFMS_BookFair
👕 Spirit Wear is available anytime in the main office
T-shirts: $15 | Hoodies: $30
Thank you for supporting our school while checking off your holiday shopping list.
#EastMiddle #ShopLocal #HolidayGifts #BookFair #SpiritWear
🏀 FREE GAME ALERT! 🏀
Our sixth graders had a blast at the Greensboro Swarm game last week! Do you want to experience the excitement too?
This Friday (11/28), kids 14 and under get in free with an adult ticket. 🎉
This is the perfect opportunity for a fun family night out with hoops, cheers, and memories!
🎟️ Grab your tickets here: https://swarm.spinzo.com/greensboro-swarm-vs-capital-city-gogo-2025-11-28-FGKVE?group=november-kids-free-week-t5f4
Don't miss out!
Our sixth graders had a blast at the Greensboro Swarm game last week! Do you want to experience the excitement too?
This Friday (11/28), kids 14 and under get in free with an adult ticket. 🎉
This is the perfect opportunity for a fun family night out with hoops, cheers, and memories!
🎟️ Grab your tickets here: https://swarm.spinzo.com/greensboro-swarm-vs-capital-city-gogo-2025-11-28-FGKVE?group=november-kids-free-week-t5f4
Don't miss out!
Picture retakes and fall picture makeups will occur on Tuesday, November 25. Please see the flyer at https://aptg.co/xsz8zn for complete information.
Our family evening highlighting our dual language immersion and multilingual learner programs has been postponed. There will be no in person program on Tuesday, November 18.
At this time, a new date has not been selected. We look forward to hosting this event in the future, and we thank you for your patience while we select a new date.
At this time, a new date has not been selected. We look forward to hosting this event in the future, and we thank you for your patience while we select a new date.
Our SAVE Promise Club's annual food drive is currently in progress at East Forsyth Middle School. We want to thank all students who have already contributed, and remind everyone that we are accepting donations until Thursday, November 20. All items must be received by the end of homeroom on Thursday, November 20.
As an incentive, any student who donates any canned or shelf stable food item will get a pass to participate in the annual Turkey Trot Fun Run during the school day.
As an incentive, any student who donates any canned or shelf stable food item will get a pass to participate in the annual Turkey Trot Fun Run during the school day.
