Tuesday Times from Elm Grove

Dear Eagle Families,

Just a quick reminder—there will be no school on October 11th and 14th. We hope you enjoy the extra family time! As we move further into the month, we’re excited to celebrate two important events: Unity Day and Red Ribbon Week. Unity Day is on October 23, 2024, and we encourage all Elm Grove students and staff to wear orange to promote kindness, acceptance, and inclusion. Red Ribbon Week kicks off on October 28th, so be sure to check the 'Look Ahead' section for our fun dress-up days to support the message of saying no to drugs.

Attendance

Last week, we achieved an overall attendance rate of 95.56%, which was slightly lower than the previous week. However, a huge shout-out goes to our amazing 3rd graders, who led the way with the highest attendance for the second week in a row at 98.10%! Thank you all for your continued efforts to support and improve attendance!

EGES Yearbook

2024-2025 Yearbooks are on sale now! Purchase yours now for $30 before the price increases in January! To order, go www.yearbookordercenter.com/job/16457

Device Protection Plan

Oct. 11, 2024 is the last day to purchase a protection plan for this year for student devices. If you have not done so already, please take a moment to look this over and consider buying a protection plan now.

Revtrak link to purchase or see attached flyer.

https://hayscisd.revtrak.net/techonly/#/v/2024-2025-Technology-Device-Protection-Plan

Have a wonderful week!

Jennifer Hanna, Principal

Elm Grove Elementary

Building Our Legacy

We hope you can join us for our PTA Fall Festival on November 9th from 1:00-4:00 PM! It’s sure to be a fun-filled afternoon for the whole family. Support the Elm Grove Eagles and our PTA by attending the Fall Festival and Silent Auction. Don’t forget to pre-purchase your wristbands and tickets at a discounted rate. For more details, visit: https://elmgrovecisdpta.membershiptoolkit.com/fallfestivalandsilentauction.

Begin With the End in Mind means to think about how you would like something to turn out- before getting it started.

Someone who thinks with the end in mind says:

• I plan ahead and set goals.
• I do things that have meaning and make a difference
• I am an important part of my classroom.
• I can make a difference and contribute to the vision and goals of my school and in my classroom.
• I look for ways to be a good citizen.

Our Pre-K students have been busy exploring exciting topics like apples, seasons, and life cycles through engaging literature. They are making meaningful connections and expanding their vocabulary along the way. It’s wonderful to see their curiosity grow as they dive into these learning experiences!

October

10/11-Student Holiday/Staff Work Day

10/14-Student and Staff Holiday

10/14-10/18-National School Lunch Week

10/16-Picture Day

10/16-Dyslexia Information Night at the PAC 6:00 PM

10/21-10/25-Bus Safety Week

10/21-10/25-Class Spelling Bees

10/21-10/22-3rd Grade Play

10/23-Unity Day-Wear ORANGE

10/23-PTA Spirit Night @ Chipotle

Red Ribbon Week Dress-Ups

10/28-Crazy Hair/Clothes (We're drug free from head to toe.)

10/29-Super Hero Day (You have the power to stay drug free.)

10/30-Favorite Sports Team (Team up against drugs.)

10/31-Wear Orange & Black (Scare drugs away.)-NO COSTUMES

November

11/1-No School

11/4-Student Holiday/Staff Workday

11/5-Student Holiday/Staff Workday

11/8-Habit Assembly/Clubs/Buddies

11/9-Fall Festival 1:00-4:00 PM

Hays CISD is hosting a Dyslexia Information Night at the Performing Arts Center (PAC) on October 16th at 6:00 PM, and we encourage everyone to attend! This event is open to all, not just families of students with dyslexia. It’s a great opportunity to learn more about dyslexia and related disorders. Help us spread the word!

Students who participate in services designed for gifted/talented students will demonstrate skills in self-directed learning, thinking, research, and communication. These skills are often evidenced by the development of innovative products and performances that reflect individuality and creativity. Furthermore, these skills are advanced in relation to students of similar age, experience, or environment.

Hays CISD campuses will accept referrals for gifted and talented services from October 1 - 31. Referrals can be made in two different ways. The first option is to complete an online referral at THIS LINK. The second option is to complete a paper referral. Copies of the paper referral form are available in the front office of each campus and should be returned to the campus counselor.

Assessments will be conducted from November through January. Evaluation of student data and selection of services occur in February. Parents are notified by email in March of the final determination of services.

On September 25, a parent meeting was held to provide an overview of the characteristics of gifted students, the referral and assessment timeline and procedures, and Hays CISD’s gifted service design. To view the presentation in English, click on THIS LINK. To view the presentation in Spanish click on THIS LINK.

If your child is already identified as G/T, he/she does not need to be reassessed. If you have any questions contact Tish Cawley at tish.cawley@hayscisd.net or 512-268-2141 x45035.

Elm Grove Student Handbook

Hays CISD Parent and Student Handbook

Hays CISD Student Dress Code 2024-2025

Dismissal Map

Arrival Map

Free/Reduced Lunch Application

Joining the Elm Grove PTA is a wonderful opportunity for parents to actively contribute to their child's education and overall school experience. The partnership between home and school is vital for student success, and by becoming a PTA member, you can help strengthen that bond. The PTA provides a platform for parents and teachers to collaborate, share ideas, and work together to create a positive and supportive environment for our students.

Elm Grove PTA Website