Friday Professional Development✨📚
After our scholars headed home early on Friday, our teachers stayed behind to keep the learning going! 💜
Our team spent the afternoon digging into MIMIC data, identifying areas of growth, setting meaningful goals, and reassessing our Steps to Success as departments.
It was a great opportunity to reflect on where we are, where we want our scholars to be, and, most importantly, what we can do next to help them get there. 📊🎯
The work behind the scenes matters, and our teachers continue to show their commitment to growing, collaborating, and doing what’s best for our scholars. ⭐
When teachers grow, scholars grow! 💜
After our scholars headed home early on Friday, our teachers stayed behind to keep the learning going! 💜
Our team spent the afternoon digging into MIMIC data, identifying areas of growth, setting meaningful goals, and reassessing our Steps to Success as departments.
It was a great opportunity to reflect on where we are, where we want our scholars to be, and, most importantly, what we can do next to help them get there. 📊🎯
The work behind the scenes matters, and our teachers continue to show their commitment to growing, collaborating, and doing what’s best for our scholars. ⭐
When teachers grow, scholars grow! 💜
8th Grade Learning in Action! ✨📚
Our 8th graders are showing up, getting involved, and putting in the work! 💜 From thoughtful discussions to hands-on learning, our teachers are creating classrooms where students are engaged, challenged, and ready to learn.
We love seeing our teachers doing what they do best—teaching, connecting, and inspiring our scholars every day! ⭐
Keep shining, 8th grade! We’re proud of you! 💜📖✨
Our 8th graders are showing up, getting involved, and putting in the work! 💜 From thoughtful discussions to hands-on learning, our teachers are creating classrooms where students are engaged, challenged, and ready to learn.
We love seeing our teachers doing what they do best—teaching, connecting, and inspiring our scholars every day! ⭐
Keep shining, 8th grade! We’re proud of you! 💜📖✨
Estrella Middle School will be CLOSED Monday, September 7th, 2026, in observance of Labor Day. ✨🇺🇸
Enjoy the long weekend, Stars! ⭐️💜We’ll see you back at school on Tuesday, September 8th!
Shoutout to Mrs. Soltero’s Gifted ELA Class! ⭐️
While reading “Embarrassed? Blame Your Brain,” students were challenged to go beyond simply finding evidence- they had to determine which evidence was the strongest and most convincing for their assigned claim.
Working in groups, students dug into the text, identified 3 strong pieces of evidence, and used the R.I.S.E. strategy to analyze, defend, and rank their evidence. They then put their reasoning into posters and participated in a Gallery Walk, evaluating their peers’ evidence using a rubric.
A rigorous task that pushed our gifted learners to think critically, justify their choices, and defend their thinking with text evidence. 📚💡
While reading “Embarrassed? Blame Your Brain,” students were challenged to go beyond simply finding evidence- they had to determine which evidence was the strongest and most convincing for their assigned claim.
Working in groups, students dug into the text, identified 3 strong pieces of evidence, and used the R.I.S.E. strategy to analyze, defend, and rank their evidence. They then put their reasoning into posters and participated in a Gallery Walk, evaluating their peers’ evidence using a rubric.
A rigorous task that pushed our gifted learners to think critically, justify their choices, and defend their thinking with text evidence. 📚💡
⭐ SPIRIT DAY IS TODAY! ⭐
Stars, show your school spirit! 🎉 Wear purple or your EMS shirt!
🌟 BONUS: Students who wear an EMS shirt will earn PBIS points in every class! 🙌
Don’t have an EMS shirt yet? Shirts are available in the office for $10 cash only.
Let’s fill the halls with purple and show our EMS STAR PRIDE! ⭐💜
Did you know about this EMS tradition?⭐️🥤
Our administrators love celebrating our excelling scholars with a special trip to the corner QT for a drink and a snack—parent-approved, of course! 🥤🍿💜
It’s just one of the ways we recognize our Stars for their hard work, positive choices, and commitment to excellence! 🌟
Keep shining, Stars! ✨
What a FIESTA at Estrella! 🪅 🌟🎉
Our first PBIS Reward Party was a huge success! Students who used their PBIS points for a ticket enjoyed snacks, music, dancing, games, Lotería, and some very competitive musical chairs! 💃🕺🎶
Thank you to our amazing staff and parent volunteers who helped make this event so much fun for our Stars! 💜💛
🎃 Up next: Pumpkin Palooza before Fall Break! Stay tuned! ⭐
⭐ SPIRIT DAY IS TOMORROW! ⭐
Stars, show your school spirit! 🎉 Wear purple or your EMS shirt!
🌟 BONUS: Students who wear an EMS shirt will earn PBIS points in every class! 🙌
Don’t have an EMS shirt yet? Shirts are available in the office for $10 cash only.
Let’s fill the halls with purple and show our EMS STAR PRIDE! ⭐💜
Stars, show your school spirit! 🎉 Wear purple or your EMS shirt!
🌟 BONUS: Students who wear an EMS shirt will earn PBIS points in every class! 🙌
Don’t have an EMS shirt yet? Shirts are available in the office for $10 cash only.
Let’s fill the halls with purple and show our EMS STAR PRIDE! ⭐💜
Our Stars showed up, smiled big, and made picture day a great time! 😁📸We loved seeing all those smiling faces and capturing some special memories.
Thanks to everyone who helped make the day amazing! 💜
Smile, Stars! Your pictures are on the way! 📸🌟
Celebrating Our August Birthday Stars! 🌟🎉
We had so much fun celebrating our August birthdays here on campus! 🎂
We love getting to celebrate our Stars and make their special day a little extra memorable! ✨
Happy Birthday to all of our August birthday students! 🎈🥳 We hope you had an amazing day! 💜
🎉🪅 IT’S FIESTA TIME! 🪅🎉
Join us next Thursday after school for a fun-filled PBIS Fiesta! Students who purchase a ticket can enjoy:
🎲 Lotería
🪑 Musical Chairs
🎨 Art Display
🎮 Games
🥤 Delicious Drinks
✨ And more!
🎟️ Tickets are only 150 PBIS points!
📢 Students: Let your homeroom teacher know if you would like to attend so they can sign you up!
🎨🖌️ FIESTA ART CONTEST! 🪅
Get creative and make ANYTHING related to “Fiesta!” 🌵🎉💃
Draw, paint, build, design—we want to see your creativity! Your artwork can be anything that represents the fun, color, and spirit of a Fiesta!
🌟 Don’t miss out! Come celebrate with us! 💃🕺🎊
SPIRIT DAY IS TOMORROW! ⭐
Stars, show your school spirit! 🎉 Wear purple or your EMS shirt this Friday, August 21st!
🌟 BONUS: Students who wear an EMS shirt will earn PBIS points in every class! 🙌
Don’t have an EMS shirt yet? Shirts are available in the office for $10 cash only.
Let’s fill the halls with purple and show our EMS STAR PRIDE! ⭐💜
Stars, show your school spirit! 🎉 Wear purple or your EMS shirt this Friday, August 21st!
🌟 BONUS: Students who wear an EMS shirt will earn PBIS points in every class! 🙌
Don’t have an EMS shirt yet? Shirts are available in the office for $10 cash only.
Let’s fill the halls with purple and show our EMS STAR PRIDE! ⭐💜
📱WE’RE ON INSTAGRAM! ⭐
Parents, families & students — come follow us on Instagram! 🎉
We’ll be sharing school updates, student celebrations, fun videos, campus happenings, reminders, and all the fun things at Estrella Middle School College and Career Prep! ⭐💜
✨ Follow us and stay connected!
📲 @EstrellaMSCCP
Help us grow our very first EMSCCP Instagram account! 🌟
At Estrella Middle School College & Career Prep, we are proud to be an AVID School! 📚
AVID stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination — helping students develop the skills, confidence, and habits they need to be college and career ready. 🎓✨
AVID students, remember to use your planner DAILY! ✏️
📌 Write your learning targets
📌 Record important reminders
📌 Set your weekly goals
📌 Reflect on your goals at the end of the week
Small habits make a big difference! Let’s stay organized, set goals, and take ownership of our learning. 🌟
Celebrating Our July Birthdays!🎂🎉
We had so much fun celebrating our July birthday students! 🥳 Students enjoyed games, treats, and plenty of fun in the library with their friends. 💜💛
Happy Birthday to all of our July Stars! ⭐🎂 We hope your special month was full of smiles, fun, and great memories! 🎉
🔬✨ STEM Gallery Walk! ✨🔬
Our STEM elective students participated in a Gallery Walk featuring STEM-related images and topics! Students explored the different visuals, made observations, and engaged in conversations as they moved around the room.
A great way to get students thinking, asking questions, and making connections to STEM! 🚀🧠
Our STEM elective students participated in a Gallery Walk featuring STEM-related images and topics! Students explored the different visuals, made observations, and engaged in conversations as they moved around the room.
A great way to get students thinking, asking questions, and making connections to STEM! 🚀🧠
SPIRIT DAY IS THIS FRIDAY! ⭐
Stars, show your school spirit! 🎉 Wear purple or your EMS shirt this Friday, August 14th!
🌟 BONUS: Students who wear an EMS shirt will earn PBIS points in every class! 🙌
Don’t have an EMS shirt yet? Shirts are available in the office for $10 cash only.
Let’s fill the halls with purple and show our EMS STAR PRIDE! ⭐💜
Looking Back on Our First Friday! 💜
Last Friday was our first Friday back on campus as we returned to a Monday–Friday school week all year long! 🎉
Our Stars were excited to be back! 🚌 From getting off the buses to settling into classrooms and getting right to work, our students finished the first week strong! 📚✨
Remember, Fridays are Early Release at 1:00 PM. ⏰
Let’s make it another great week! ⭐
📸 Picture Day is coming up, Estrella Stars! ⭐
Mark your calendars for Wednesday, August 26!
📷 Uniforms are required.
Come ready to look your best and show your Estrella pride! 💜⭐
Don’t forget to smile! 😊
STEM in Action! ⭐🔬
Our Stars are putting their collaboration skills to work in Mrs. Breceda's STEM elective class! 💜 Students worked together respectfully and responsibly, sharing ideas, solving problems, and supporting one another every step of the way.
Way to go, Mrs. Breceda, for creating a classroom where teamwork and learning shine! 🌟
Our Stars are putting their collaboration skills to work in Mrs. Breceda's STEM elective class! 💜 Students worked together respectfully and responsibly, sharing ideas, solving problems, and supporting one another every step of the way.
Way to go, Mrs. Breceda, for creating a classroom where teamwork and learning shine! 🌟
