English Village Family Edition

A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRINCIPALS:

This week's message is about the month of March and staying the course. March can most definitely feel really, really long, especially in schools. There are no breaks or long weekends in March. It is that time of year where Spring fever is kicking in, and people really look forward to warmer weather and getting outside. The school year begins to feel long...

Teaching and learning tend to become more challenging. Kids become antsy. Adults may not be as patient as they regularly are. It probably feels this way at home just as it does at school.

My ask is that we all stay the course and remember that this is typically a challenging time of year. Please start fresh every day and go into the day as optimistically as possible and assume good intentions. Maybe try to have more patience with others than usual knowing that most of us are facing the challenges mentioned above at this time of year. One saying that resonates with us to allow for space and grace, both for yourself and all others. Your children/our students deserve this!

We've got this, EV Family! Thank you for everything you do on a daily basis for your children/our students! Your efforts are greatly appreciated! Be well and have a great week!

Sincerely,

Jason Lewis

Rosa Bellone

School Improvement Plan (SIP) Update:

SIP (School Improvement Plan) Update:Our team will pivot and begin to revisit our Vision and Mission as well as our Collective Commitments during our next few meetings. These conversations and revisions are critical as these things reground us into who we are, what we do, and where we aspire to be for students. More information to follow soon...

3/19/25: PTA Meeting at 6:30pm

3/26/25: Spring Picture Day

3/28/25: Superintendents Conference Day No School Prek-12

4/14/25 - 4/18/25: Spring Recess No School Prek-12

4/25/25: Parent Teacher Conference Day 1/2 Day K-8, AM PREK Only

4/26/25: Community Schools Spring Fest 11-1:30pm at Arcadia Middle School

English Village Breaking News

English Village Morning Announcements

Please check out this weeks important information in the student lead morning announcements:

Little Bears in Action

Working on adding numbers to 10

Kindergartners were doing a fun activity this week called Going to the Number Park. They are working to make pairs of numbers that add to 10. Then the numbers went to the park together - on the swings, slides etc. Students used their fine motor skills to cut and color this activity as well as worked on numbers and addition.

Comparing and Contrasting

2nd Graders are working to compare and contrast characters from books this week. They then used a venn diagram to outline the differences and similarities. This activity had them reading, writing and working collaboratively with a partner.

4-H Lessons for Agriculture Literacy Month

Monroe County 4-H visited this week - student listened to a book read by Jeff McCann Deputy County Executor. They then learned about how pumpkins grow and made mini pumpkin pies. What a sweet lesson!

Music in our School Month

Youth Art Month(YAM)

Mr. Lewis visited Art class this week to read "Where The Wild Things Are". This book ties to the next art unit where they students will make fun Monsters using a variety of art techniques.

Spring Picture Day is Coming!

Spring Picture Day is coming! You can order in advance here: mylifetouch.com with code EVTXJVZWJ

Community School Information

A Note About After School Clubs

As a reminder pick up for after school club is 4:25pm from door 15.

Community Schools Corner

Neighborhood Navigation Center - Click here to learn how our GCSD Navigation Center can provide support and services to your family

PTA Updates

Please join us at the PTA meeting on 3/19/25 where we will be discussing and approving new Bylaws. Thank you.

Thank you for doing your part to make our fundraiser a success!

We will have our next meeting on 3/19/25 at 6:30pm in the Library

Any questions/concerns can be emailed to evpta800@gmail.com

GCSD District News

Craft and Vendor Fundraiser

Free Adult English Class

Transportation Forms Update

Transportation applications for 25-26 Child Care (K-8), Private/Parochial and 11th and 12th grade opt in are due April 1, 2025. Application forms can be found here: https://www.greececsd.org/Page/603

2025-2026 School Calendar Approved

The School Board approved the 2025-2026 calendar this past week. Click here to see the document.

NYS Financial Aid Completion

In collaboration with Monroe Community College, KidsCare and Community Schools, we are pleased to offer 3 financial aid workshops for families this month. Financial aid reps from MCC will be available to assist families with completing their FAFSA applications, in accordance with the NYS Financial Aid Completion Initiative. Please feel free to read more about the financial aid events here, and share this flyer with families who would benefit.