Eagles Landing Parent Newsletter

Dear Eaton Parent(s)/Guardian(s),

The Eaton Teacher Reveal Tradition Continues! Please join us at Eaton on Friday, April 23rd from 2:00-3:00 PM where teacher assignments will be posted on the courtyard windows by the school front doors facing 33rd street. Come meet your teacher, see your new classroom, and grab a cold treat from the Captain Cookie Truck! This event is for parents, caregivers, and students.

Enjoy your last weekend of summer vacation, and we look forward to seeing you soon!

Best regards,

Principal Eatman & AP Dance

Heads up, parents!

We’re continuing our friendly competition with the construction workers from Washington International School. They’ve been parking on Macomb at the back of the school all summer, so please be aware that parking may be challenging. Remember, "The early bird catches the worm." We just want you to be aware especially while dropping your student off at the back gate. Thanks in advance for your patience as we navigate this shared space.

Best,

Patricia Berman, MSL

Whether you are a new or returning Eaton family, welcome to the 2024-2025 school year! Here is some information to help you plan YOUR morning routine:

1. No vehicle parking/standing is permitted at any time in front of the Main Entrance on Lowell St. (as marked by the cones). This is standard practice for school campuses and ensures quick access to the school for emergency vehicles, if necessary.
2. Lowell St. is one-way westbound (from 33rd Pl. towards 34th St.) during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up times. The eastbound lane is blocked off with cones. Please do not attempt to turn onto Lowell from 34th St. This pattern calms traffic considerably around the main entrance, making the area safer for pedestrians, cyclists, and our children.
3. No parking is permitted on the west side (playground side) of 33rd Place until 8:50am. This area serves as our KISS & Go drop-off lane (more on that below).
4. The easiest and fastest parking can be found:

On Macomb St. East of 33rd Pl. (in front of or across the street from the Washington International School)

• West side of Macomb Playground
• There’s some street parking on the south side of Woodley Rd. (facing east)
• Parking is extremely limited along Lowell St., 33rd Pl. and on Macomb St. adjacent to the school.

Kiss & Go was created to provide a safe, orderly, and efficient way for students who are driven to school to be dropped-off in the mornings (starting 8:15am). Kiss & Go is designed with the following goals in mind:

♥ Students exit vehicles directly to the sidewalk (not in the middle of the street).

♥ Students can get assistance in exiting their vehicle from a Kiss & Go volunteer (the driver does not need to park or get out of their vehicle).

♥ Vehicles do not get caught up in gridlock traffic around the school while competing for limited parking spaces (streets around the school are clearer and calmer for pedestrians and cyclists).

♥ Parents and guardians should keep in mind that Kiss & Go is most appropriate for those students who are first grade and older. Parents/guardians of pre-K and Kindergarten age students must allow time to park (if driving) and walk their students to main entrance of the building.

♥ In the mornings, please do not park on the playground-side of 33rd Place – this is the Kiss & Go lane -- until 8:45am (Kiss & Go ends at 8:40am). Parking in the Kiss & Go drop-off lane blocks the flow of traffic and can cause the line of waiting vehicles to overflow onto Macomb St.

· Kiss & Go volunteers are happy to help grab gear from front/back seats or the trunk so that you can remain in your vehicle and keep the line moving. Just let us know how we can help!

· Please be mindful of thru traffic on 33rd and exit the Kiss & Go Lane with care.

· Students should always exit on the curb side of the street.

· For safety, please do not drop-off students in the middle of 33rd or Lowell.

♥ Non-drivers who help students walk, bike and scooter to school: Keep doing what you’re doing! Stay safe by observing bike safety rules and crossing at intersections. When possible, cross 34th St. at Lowell or 34th and Macomb where there are Crossing Guards. Bike racks can be found in the Lowell St. courtyard or on the corner of Macomb and 34th St.

♥ Please consider volunteering for Kiss & Go duty. For more info contact the main office 282-0103.

JEAP Students- At dismissal time (3:15pm) students that attend the afterschool program will report to designated areas with the JEAP staff members.

Students that are picked up by parents, family members, or babysitters will be taken outside by their teachers. Specific areas are designated to make the dismissal process more organized.

Dismissal Zones

PK4 - 33rd place Gate- near PK playground

Kindergarten -33rd place elevated Staircase (Corner at Lowell St.)

First Grade- Lowell St. Flagpole Area

Second Grade- Lowell St. Courtyard WEST side

Third Grade- Lowell St. Stairs near 34th St.

Fourth Grade- Lowell St. Courtyard MIDDLE

Fifth Grade- Lowell St. Courtyard EAST (near front doors)

Lowell St. will be one-way only from east to west. Please do not encourage your children to cut across traffic. Students and parents should use the crosswalks. Please do not leave your car unattended in the middle of the street. If you do not see your child, take a spin around the block.

Students will not be left unattended outside.

Please stay cool and calm at dismissal, student/family safety is the number 1 priority of Eaton staff. If parents choose to have their children walk home from school, please send an email to your child’s teacher. Students will not be allowed to walk home, unless the teacher has this information in writing.

It is recommended that only students in fifth grade be allowed to walk home from school. If there are any last minute, emergency changes to pick-up plans, please notify the front office as early in the day as possible. 202-282-0103

👨🏻‍🍳 BACK TO SCHOOL BBQ: Friday, September 6th @ 5:00 PM
Please join us on Friday, September 6th at 5:00-7:00 PM for the Back to School BBQ! We will have music, food, and activities! This event is for parents, caregivers, and students.

🏫 EATON BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT: Thursday, September 12
Save the date for Back to School Night. This event is for parents and caregivers only. More details will be circulated in the coming weeks.

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As a reminder, all Pre-K teachers will be conducting home visits for their students August 26-28. Additional information regarding home visits is available at this link. Your child's PreK Teacher will reach out to you to schedule dates and times.