Message from the Principal
As we enter Black History Month, we are reminded of the importance of celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures, histories, and experiences that make up our school community. At Eisenhower, we are committed to fostering an environment where every student and family feels valued, respected, and included.
This month, we have the opportunity to celebrate Black History Month—a time dedicated to honoring the rich history, culture, and contributions of Black individuals and communities. One way we do this is by integrating Black history into our lesson plans, highlighting influential Black figures and their contributions to various fields. This not only honors our history but also recognizes Black excellence and joy.
In addition to Black History Month, we celebrate the Lunar New Year as a rich tradition of our school, showcasing the Chinese culture we have here at Eisenhower. These celebrations are just a few examples of how we honor the diverse backgrounds of our students and families.
Our goal is to create a school for all students to learn, no matter their race, gender, language, or culture or immigration status. We are committed to fostering an environment where every student feels seen, heard, and valued.
Celebrating inclusivity and diversity is a shared responsibility. It is an opportunity for us to come together as a community, to learn, to grow, and to support one another. Let us approach this month committed to fostering an environment of respect, understanding, and celebration.
Thank you for your dedication and support in making our school a place where every student can thrive.
UPCOMING EVENTS
February 6 - Lunar New Year Performance 6:00 p.m. Hopkins High School
February 10 - PTO meeting 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
February 14 - Coffee With the Principal 9:00 - 9:45 a.m.
February 17 - No School - staff development
February 18 - Kindergarten Round Up 5:00 - 6:30 p.m.
March 6 - No School - Conferences 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
March 7 - No School - Conferences 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
♥️ February 3rd PTO Corner ♥️
Join us for the next PTO Meeting on Monday, February 10th at 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm in the Eisenhower Media Center. If you can’t join us in person, you can join via Zoom using this link.
Chinese New Year: Flower Sales The last day to order a rose for a student performer for Thursday’s Chinese New Year performance is TOMORROW! The link is here: Home | Eisenhower Elementary: Community School, XinXing Academy, Juntos Spanish Immersion PTO. Roses can be picked up along with CNY shirts at Hopkins High School on the night of the performance. Last minute volunteer ask: We need a few more volunteers to serve dinner on Thursday evening from 4-5:30 at Eisenhower. It’s tradition for the XinXing teachers to come together before the Chinese New Year Performance to have a chinese dinner hosted by the PTO. Please sign up HERE - volunteers will set up, assist with the dinner, and clean up before heading over to the high school for the big performance. Read-A-Thon Read-A-Thon is coming up! Look for more information coming home about how to participate and our big goals for this year’s fundraiser. We also need volunteers to keep track of all the minutes, hand out prizes, and collect donations. Sign up here to help with Read-A-Thon Feb 21 or 28. Popcorn Fridays are coming back in February! Come pop popcorn for the school on a Friday shift. Sign up here for Popcorn Friday. This is an Eisenhower tradition we’re excited to be bringing back! QUESTIONS? CONCERNS? IDEAS ON HOW WE CAN BEST SUPPORT THE EISENHOWER COMMUNITY? YOU CAN ALWAYS EMAIL THE PTO AT EISENHOWERPTO@HOPKINSSCHOOLS.ORG.
Headphone Help!
Dear Eisenhower Families,
We hope this message finds you well! As we continue to enhance our students' learning experiences, we find that headphones are an essential tool for many of our classroom activities.
Unfortunately, some students’ headphones have broken, and others do not have a pair to bring to school. Many families are able to send headphones with their child, while some may not be able to do so.
For those who can, donating an extra pair would be a wonderful way to support our school community and ensure all students are set up for success.
If you’re able to help, here are some affordable options you can consider:
Thank you for your continued support and for being such an integral part of the Eisenhower community. If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
2025-26 kindergarten registration is now open!
Open-enrolled families (families who live outside the Hopkins School District): if you have a fall 2025 kindergartner, you will need to complete an Open Enrollment Application for your child by January 15, 2025.
Hopkins School District resident families: please submit a K-12 Student Enrollment form for your fall 2025 kindergartner — even if you are already attending Hopkins Preschool.
