Eagle Crest Family Newsletter

Dear Eagle Crest Families,

Our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders have been doing an incredible job with CMAS testing! They are taking this opportunity to show what they know, apply the skills they have been practicing, and truly flex their knowledge muscles. It has been inspiring to see their focus, determination, and confidence as they tackle these assessments.

One of the sweetest things about this time of year is the support from our younger students. Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd graders have written encouraging notes, drawn pictures, and created posters to cheer on their buddy classrooms. These yearly state assessments are just one of many ways our students showcase their learning, and we are so proud of their growth, effort, and the sense of community that shines throughout our school. Thank you for your ongoing support in helping our students do their best!

Warmly,
Amanda

PS- Join us for a FREE evening of biking fun, safety, and community at the Eagle Crest Bike Fest! Bring a picnic and enjoy the festivities while kids learn essential bike safety skills and have a blast riding with friends. We need volunteers to help make this event a success—please consider signing up to lend a hand. Click here to sign up. Check out the flyer below for more details—we can’t wait to see you there! 🚲💜

At Eagle Crest, we very much value the support and partnership from families as we work together to provide a thoughtful and well-rounded education in every classroom, every day. When creating classes, staff take into account the academic, social, and behavioral strengths and needs of each student as well as creating balanced classroom communities. We would like to ask families for your thoughts related to your child's strengths and needs in regards to their learning as we determine class placements for next school year. Please Note: we do not accept requests for specific teachers. Please take a few moments to complete this optional survey, which will remain open until April 20th at 4pm.

April 11th, 14th, 15th - CMAS ELA Testing for Grades 3, 4, 5

April 16th, 17th, 18th - CMAS Science for Grade 5

April 15th-20th - District Art Show at Boulder County Fairgrounds

April 24th - Handchime Choir Concert, 6:30pm

April 25th - Bike Safety Event, 5pm

April 28th - No School: Teacher Work Day

May 5th-9th - Teacher Appreciation Week

May 7th - Late Start

May 8th - Eagle’s Can Code, K-5 Coding Celebration Event, 3:30pm-4:30pm

May 16th - PTO Book Swap

May 15th- Kindergarten-4th Grade Field Day

May 22nd - Last Day of School

May 22nd - 5th Grade Continuation, 10:00am

May 22nd - End of Year Picnic and Music Festival

Dear Eagle Crest Families,

Did you know that roughly half of funds raised by PTO pay for paraprofessionals who work throughout Eagle Crest? Because of your generous donations, paras work one-on-one with emerging readers in the younger grades, teach upper-grade students math, and allow teachers to spend more time in the classrooms by taking over tasks such as copying and printing. Thank you for supporting Eagle Crest students and staff!

Sincerely,

Katie Lancaster, PTO President

Bike Safety Fest - April 25 at 5 pm - URGENT VOLUNTEER NEED!

Lisa (Eagle Crest grandma to a first grader) is again organizing an amazing FREE Eagle Crest Bike Fest! Save the date for Friday, April 25, and sign up to volunteer here. Come have a picnic with us! See flyer for more details.

Teacher Appreciation Week May 5 - 9

As always, the end of the school year will be busy, and PTO already is planning small ways to show appreciation for our teachers and staff. Would you be willing to donate food or drinks, help decorate the staff lounge, or volunteer for an hour during the school day? If so, contact Linda at community@eaglecrestpto.com

Volunteer Opportunity for 2025-2026

Do you have fundraising or grant-writing experience? PTO is looking for a volunteer fundraiser who will help the board with development strategy and reach out to potential donors and sponsors. We anticipate this role will take an hour or two per week. If interested, please contact secretary@eaglecrestpto.com.

Important Dates:

• April 22 - Pizza Hut Restaurant Night (1515 Main Street)

• April 25 - Bike Safety Fest (volunteers needed)

• April 30 - Coffee with the Principal, PTO Meeting, & Volunteer Appreciation Brunch 8:45 am

• May 5 - 9 - Teacher Appreciation Week

• May 12 - Chipotle Restaurant Night

• May 16 - Book Swap

• May 22 - Last day of school concert and picnic

Helpful Links:

Follow PTO’s Facebook Page

Connect with us on Instagram

Link your King Soopers Card to help fund PTO!

Visit the PTO Website

Please join us at the Boulder County Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall from April 15-20 for the public viewing of artworks from all grade levels and schools across the St. Vrain Valley. Different mediums will be featured including ceramics, digital art/photography, drawing, jewelry making, metalwork, mixed media, painting, and printmaking.

Learn more and see where the winning artworks will publish

Free Developmental Screenings for Young Children, April 4

The Early Childhood Education Department is offering developmental screenings at no cost for families with children ages 2 to 5 years. Developmental screenings help identify early intervention needs and support families to receive the support necessary for healthy growth and development. Families can also connect with the early childhood team to ask questions and learn about available resources. Screenings will take place on Friday, April 4, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 820 Main St. in Longmont. Parking and entrance are directly off 9th Ave.

Learn more and sign up online.

Melodies in Motion, April 7

Join us for Melodies in Motion, a special evening of music, movement, and interactive fun featuring the Aurora Symphony! Preschool and kindergarten families are invited to the Innovation Center on Monday, April 7, from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. (doors open at 5 p.m.) to experience the joy of music immersion. Enjoy live orchestral sounds, hands-on activities, and creative ways to bring music into your home. Spanish interpretation will be available.

Celebrate Week of the Young Child at the Family Resource Fair, April 10

Join us for an engaging Family Resource Fair designed for young children and their families. Enjoy hands-on activities, connect with local programs, tour St. Vrain’s Innovation Mobile Lab, and explore community resources. This event will be held at Timberline PK-8 on Thursday, April 10 from 4:00-6:00 p.m. and includes fun giveaways and take-home activities. Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate early learning and family connections.

Hey Trip Trackers! It’s time to report your March trips and keep the momentum going! Whether you walked, biked, carpooled, or took the bus, every green trip counts toward awesome rewards while helping our planet.

Don’t miss out—log your trips today and be part of the movement making our community healthier and greener!

If you have a rising Kindergarten student or know a family with a child who will turn five before October 1st, now is the time to register for Kindergarten! Early registration allows us to plan effectively for teachers and resources by giving us a clearer picture of our incoming student numbers. We are also currently accepting students through open enrollment, so even if a family does not live within our immediate neighborhood, they may still apply to join our Eagle Crest community. To learn more and complete the enrollment process, visit SVVSD Enrollment. We are happy to offer Kindergarten tours—just contact the main office to schedule one. It’s always a joy to welcome new families to Eagle Crest!

Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, St. Vrain Valley Schools will offer five-day-a-week preschool programs. Families can explore a variety of high-quality preschool options tailored to meet families’ unique needs, including half-day morning and afternoon sessions, with full-day programs available at select locations.

Visit svvsd.org/preschool for more details and registration information.

While lunch charges no longer apply, we kindly urge all families to complete the Free & Reduced Fees Application. This not only benefits your family with reduced fees for things like iPad Insurance, but also supports our school in terms of funding and staffing. Remember to renew this application annually for access to various benefits.

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

If you require assistance or prefer a paper application, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.

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.

All students can receive complimentary breakfast and lunch at school, with the only additional cost being for seconds. Families can contribute funds to their child’s account by sending cash/check or making a digital payment via RevTrak.

Eagle Crest's specials follow a three-day rotation: RED, YELLOW, PURPLE. The calendar below helps your family plan and ensure the right shoes are ready for PE activities. Reach out to your child's classroom teacher to find out their classroom's specific color rotation.

Parents and guardians who would like information to assist you with particular parenting conversations or additional support of your child, please contact our school counselor, Angie Kerbel. kerbel_angela@svvsd.org

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

Instagram: @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