Eagle Crest Family Newsletter

Dear Eagle Crest Families,

Late Start Wednesday was a fantastic opportunity for our staff to dive deep into professional development. Since January 2023, we've been working closely with district math coach Carolyn Clifford, and her guidance has been invaluable. Together, we've made significant strides in our math instruction, focusing on student engagement, fostering mathematical discourse, and nurturing problem-solving skills. This week, Carolyn joined us to streamline our processes for sharing student work and explore how we can effectively use examples in the classroom. We're thrilled to incorporate these strategies into our teaching! 📚✨

We also dedicated time to enhancing reading fluency across grade levels with our literacy specialist, Tayler Lowman. Our team split into grade bands to tailor our learning to the needs of our students. All of the insights gained are immediately actionable in our classrooms. 📖🔍

We recognize that changes to our schedule can disrupt routines, and we're grateful for the support from our families and community.

Wishing you all a fantastic weekend!

Warmly,

Amanda

Amanda Holden

Principal

Eagle Crest Elementary School

holden_amanda@svvsd.org

Hello Eagle Crest Families!

We're eagerly anticipating our upcoming Mwebaza Day Celebration, set for March 15th at 8:55am! This cherished tradition holds a special place in our hearts as we come together to strengthen the bonds between our school and our beloved sister school, Mwebaza Annex, in Uganda.

Mwebaza Day is more than just an event; it's a celebration of cross-cultural connections, unity, and the spirit of global friendship. It's a time to honor the diversity that enriches our lives and to foster understanding and empathy across continents.

All of our students, along with our Mwebaza Club, have been hard at work preparing songs and presentations. Every student, from the youngest to the oldest, is involved in showcasing their talents and sharing their enthusiasm for this special day.

We're extending a warm invitation to all families to join us virtually for Mwebaza Day via this link. Together, we'll embark on a journey of cultural exchange, learning, and mutual respect. Let's embrace the opportunity to connect, grow, and celebrate the beauty of our global community.

All the best,

Lindsey Cheney

Dean of Students

Eagle Crest Elementary

cheney_lindsey@svvsd.org

March 7th - Last Day of the Food Drive

March 15th - Mwebaza Day - 8:55am - 10:20am • Join us on the Video Call!

March 26th - PTO Restaurant Night - QDOBA 4:00pm - 8:00pm

March 15th - Deadline to Order Yearbooks

March 16th-24th - Spring Break

April 1st - Class Picture Day

April 3rd - Late Start

Dear Eagle Crest Families,

The turnout for family movie night was amazing! Popcorn, pajamas, and pictures made for a perfect evening. We are excited to plan more community events. Follow PTO’s Facebook Page to keep up-to-date on park playdates and more fun activities this summer!

Sincerely,

Katie Lancaster, PTO President

COMING UP

• March 26 QDOBA Restaurant Night Fundraiser 4-8 p.m. 25% of sales donated to Eagle Crest PTO!

• April 14 Bicycle Fest 1-4 p.m. Bring the family to learn new biking skills, decorate your helmet, and mingle with other Eagle Crest families. FREE!

Action Needed

• Buy your 2023-24 Eagle Crest yearbook now! Yearbooks are $16. Click here or visit buytheyearbook.pictavo.com/ & use code 708675. Please place your order by March 15th. Yearbooks are ONLY available for pre-order; they are NOT available for purchase at the end of the school year. March 15 is the last day to order.

• Share your pictures from My Neighbor Totoro Family Movie night. To share, email secretary@eaglecrestpto.com.

Sign-up for the PTO Newsletter.

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Follow PTO’s Facebook Page

Link your King Soopers Card to help fund PTO!

Eagle Crest is joining forces with Longmont Food Rescue this year for our annual Food Drive. The donation of items to the Longmont Food Rescue is a great way to support our community and is also an opportunity for students to gain real world leadership experience. At Eagle Crest, our 4th grade students and teachers will organize this collection of items from start to finish. We will be running the Collection this year from Monday, February 26th - Friday, March 8 . Please consider sending your student to school with items from the Wish List supplied below during these dates. Our school goal is to collect 1,000 items. Together we can help build a better world!

You can learn more about the donations we will be collect here:

Longmont Food Rescue Helpful Donations

Also, if you would like to give directly to Longmont Food Rescue, they also accept monetary donations.

Academic proficiency is an important district goal for elementary students. Research shows that extended school year learning opportunities positively impact student success.

Project Launch Program Includes:

• Targeted literacy practice daily

• Content literacy in science and social studies

• Focused math study and exploration

• Transportation provided for those who qualify from predetermined bus stops

• Breakfast and lunch provided

• Exiting Kindergarten – 4th Grade Students

• Available at no cost to families

Date & Times:

• Monday-Thursday, June 3 - June 27, 2024

• 8:30-3:30 PM

• Attendance all 16 days is required

**We will close individual grade levels when full.**

Space is limited! To register, please contact your school or teacher for a registration form, and return your completed form to either your child’s teacher, or the school office. There is no online registration format. You will be notified if your child is placed on a waitlist for this program.

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Inscripciones Abiertas para Project Launch en escuelas Primarias

La competencia académica es una meta importante del distrito para todos los estudiantes de primaria. Las investigaciones demuestran que las oportunidades de aprendizaje durante extensiones del año escolar influyen positivamente en el éxito de los estudiantes.

El programa de Project Launch incluye:

• Práctica diaria de alfabetización dirigida.

• Alfabetización de contenido en ciencias y estudios sociales.

• Estudio enfocado y exploración de las matemáticas.

• Transporte proporcionado para quienes califiquen, desde paradas de autobús

• previamente determinadas.

• Desayuno y almuerzo incluidos.

• Estudiantes que salen del Kínder al 4.° grado.

• Disponible sin costo para las familias.

Fecha y hora:

Lunes a jueves, del 3 al 27 de junio de 2024.

8:30 a.m. a 3:30 p.m.

La asistencia es crítica los 16 días del curso.

**Cerraremos los grados individualmente cuando estén llenos.**

El espacio es limitado. Comuníquese por favor con su escuela o maestro para solicitar una forma de inscripción y regrésela después de completarla, ya sea a su maestro o en la oficina de la escuela. No hay un formato para inscripción en línea. Se le notificará si su estudiante ha sido colocado en una lista de espera para este programa.

Families can now enroll for Preschool and Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year! Enrollment processes and information can be found on our district websites. Feel free to reach out to us if you need any help with the process or have any questions.

Preschool Registration Information

Kindergarten Registration Information

While students will no longer be charged for lunch or breakfast, we encourage all families to complete the Free & Reduced Fees Application. This not only benefits your family but also supports our school in terms of funding, staffing, and reduced fees for activities. Remember to renew this application annually for access to various benefits.

Apply for free and reduced fees today to take advantage of these opportunities!

You can now find the monthly Lunch Menu at LINQCONNECT. This online system allows you to filter for allergens and see the Breakfast Menu. You change between Breakfast and Lunch in the upper left hand corner.

Eagle Crest's specials follow a three-day rotation: RED, YELLOW, PURPLE. Every month, a new calendar is provided, outlining the rotation. This helps your family plan and ensure the right shoes are ready for PE activities.

Email: holden_amanda@svvsd.org
Website: eces.svvsd.org
Location: 4444 Clover Basin Drive, Longmont, CO, USA
Phone: 303-485-6073
Facebook: facebook.com/EagleCrestES
Twitter: @EagleCrestES

Have questions about anything covered in this newsletter? Reach out via email to holden_amanda@svvsd.org or cheney_lindsey@svvsd.org.

Need support in Spanish?

Contact Natalie Boggess at: boggess_natalie@svvsd.org , 303-702-7872