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Eagle Crest Family Newsletter
May 16th 2024
PRINCIPAL'S UPDATE
Dear Eagle Crest Families,
As we approach the end of another memorable year, it's a time for celebration and reflection on the traditions that bind us together. Today marked the culmination of our school-wide field day, an event meticulously planned and executed by our fifth-grade students. This annual tradition not only fosters a sense of camaraderie but also allows our students to showcase their burgeoning leadership skills while giving back to our cherished community.
Tomorrow, we eagerly anticipate our final student-led assemblies of the academic year. Spearheaded by our dedicated communications team, made up of student leaders under the guidance of Katy Schwirtz, these assemblies serve as shining examples of leadership in action.
In addition to our internal celebrations, we are honored to host the graduating class of Silver Creek High School as they proudly wear their graduation regalia and march through our halls Friday. Their achievements symbolize the culmination of years of dedication and hard work, and we are privileged to stand alongside them as they embark on the next chapter of their academic journey. Their success serves as an inspiration to our students and helps our youngest learners begin to envision their academic futures.
I hope you have a wonderful weekend!
Warmly,
Amanda
Amanda Holden
Principal
Eagle Crest Elementary School
DEAN OF STUDENT'S UPDATE
Hello Eagle Crest Families!
As we approach the final day of another amazing school year, we're excited to share some important details about our 2nd annual Eagle Crest Music Festival. The last day of school is right around the corner, and our students have been eagerly preparing for their performances. We can't wait for you to see them showcase their incredible talent!
Here's a quick rundown of what to expect:
The festival will begin at 11:00 am, with our Kindergarten students and families gathering at the risers for the first performance.
First Grade classrooms will drop their things at their picnic spot, but will then line up for their concert at 11:10 am.
All other classes will meet their families at their grade level spot. If you will be taking your child home with you after the picnic, we ask that you sign them out when you arrive. Each teacher will have a sign-out form to complete that process.
Following that, each grade level will take the stage:
2nd Grade: 11:20 am
3rd Grade: 11:30 am
4th Grade: 11:40 am
*5th Grade will be performing at their Continuation Ceremony in the Gym at 10:00 am.
As this is typically our busiest day of the year, we want to ensure everyone can join in the fun without any hiccups. Please keep in mind that our parking lot fills up quickly, so if you're driving, consider arriving a bit early. However, walking or biking to the All School Picnic and Music Festival might just be the perfect way to kick off your summer break!
The Mwebaza Foundation will be hosting a Kona Ice fundraiser during the event. Every purchase will contribute to providing much-needed art materials for our friends at Mwebaza Annex in Uganda.
And a friendly reminder: our fifth-grade students will be presenting their program during their continuation ceremony at 10:00 am in the gym. It's sure to be a momentous occasion for them, and we'd love to see you there to show your support.
We hope you're as excited as we are for this day of celebration and community bonding. Your presence makes all the difference, and we can't wait to share this special moment with you and your family.
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
May 20th - Kindergarten End of Year Celebration, 2:00pm
May 23rd - Last Day of School
May 23rd - 5th Grade Continuation, 10:00am
May 23rd - End of Year Picnic, 11:00am
May 23rd - Eagle Crest Music Festival, 11:00am
PTO UPDATE
Dear Eagle Crest Families,
Thank you for the great turn-out at yesterday’s Coffee with the Principal & PTO Meeting. And a special thank you to everyone who has supported PTO by volunteering hours, making financial contributions, or cheering at Laps 4 Leadership!
Click here to take a quick, anonymous survey regarding PTO and how we can make the next school year even better!
Sincerely,
Katie Lancaster, PTO President
ACTION NEEDED
Eagle Crest has fun events planned for the last week before summer break, and the school needs volunteers to make these events a success! Please consider donating an hour of your time to help with:
Book Swap May 17 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090C4AA4AD22AAF94-49452237-eagle#/
End-of-Year Picnic & Concert May 23 https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20F0D4FADAE22A3FA7-49020528-eagle#/
COMING UP
May 17 Book Swap! Sign up with a friend and share a volunteer slot for tomorrow.
May 23 End of Year Picnic - Free family Photo Booth with instant prints!
PTO is planning a couple of casual summer get-togethers. Please Follow PTO’s Facebook Page to stay up-to-date!
Sign-up for the PTO Newsletter.
Opt-in to the class directory.
Link your King Soopers Card to help fund PTO!
HELP US RETURN ALL THE LIBRARY BOOKS!
We currently have over 150 books still checked out to students. That is a lot of books that need to be turned in by Monday, May 20th. Notices have been sent home. If you have received a notice, please help your students find their library books and bring them back to school. Books have been found under beds, in cars, behind sofas and sometimes even mixed in with their own books! If your student is working on a project for school and needs the book a bit longer, they may keep their books until the project is turned in.
If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Beckett at beckett_joan@svvsd.org or at (303) 485-6073 ext. 22313.
Thank you for your help in getting books back to the library before summer break.
LONGMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY SUMMER READING PROGRAM
Librarians from the Longmont Public Library visited Eagle Crest this week. Students learned about all the fun activities going on at the library this summer and even received their Summer Reading Program Bingo Card. The bingo board went home with your students earlier this week. For more information about the storytimes, Legos, crafts and so much more, check out the Longmont Public Library Summer Programs 2024
And don't forget to jump into summer reading next Friday at the library's annual Summer Reading Program Kick Off Party, The celebration will be at Sunset Pool on Friday, May 24th from 5:30-7:30.
So head to the public library this summer, grab some books and read all summer long!
NEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT FOR 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
We are currently accepting applications for all new students to enroll for the 2024-2025 school year! If you or someone you know is interested in joining our wonderful community at Eagle Crest, please share this information with them.
Preschool: We are excited for the opportunities Universal Preschool will offer our community. Find additional registration information for preschool students on our website.
Kindergarten: Students turning 5 on or before October 1st, 2024 are eligible to register for kindergarten. Register now to ensure you are included in all upcoming communication and community events about kindergarten at Eagle Crest. Find more information here on our website.
1st Grade through 5th Grade: We have open spots at all grade levels for the upcoming school year. New student registration can be completed here on our website.
If you have any questions about enrollment or need support completing the applications, please contact Dinah in our main office. sherwood_dinah@svvsd.org or 303-485-6073
APPLY FOR FREE AND REDUCED FEES
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!
LUNCH MENU
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.
SPECIALS COLOR DAY ROTATION
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.
ABOUT US
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
QUESTIONS?
Need support in Spanish?
Contact Natalie Boggess at: boggess_natalie@svvsd.org , 303-702-7872