A message from Principal, Marcia Case
Evans Families,
It's been a fast-paced and fun second semester so far! As we anticipate the possibility of winter weather this week, please be aware of our plans should we experience a snow day. In accordance with the district's protocols, if we do have to cancel in-person school due to weather, we will transition to "E-learning" for the day.
Our teachers have thoughtfully prepared assignments that students can complete from home. Students won't need internet access or computers to participate. Our primary goal is to keep students engaged in academic practice while being mindful of the importance of taking time to enjoy a conventional snow day.
During "E-learning", staff members will be available throughout school hours to support students via Class Dojo and email. Additionally, teachers will host 30-minute office hours daily on a virtual conference line (either Google Meets or Zoom), providing families with an opportunity to check in with them if needed.
While the assignments will focus on academic skills, many incorporate fun, snow-day activities such as card games and outdoor play in the snow. We hope these assignments offer a balance of learning and enjoyment, allowing your family to embrace the winter weather while staying on track with schoolwork.
Thank you for your continued support and understanding. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out.
Marcia Case
Eat Better
Aim for an overall healthy eating pattern that includes whole foods, lots of fruits and vegetables, lean protein, nuts, seeds and cooking in non-tropical oils such as olive and canola.
Be More Active
Adults should participate in 150 minutes of moderate or 75 minutes of vigorous physical activity. Walking is great for moderate levels of activity. Kids should have 60 minutes every day, including play and structured activities,
QUIT Tobacco
Get Healthy Sleep
Getting a good night's sleep every night is vital to cardiovascular health. Adults should aim for an average of 7-9 hours, and babies and kids need more depending on their age. Too little or too much sleep is associated with heart disease, studies show.
Manage Weight
Achieving and maintaining a healthy weight has many benefits. Body mass index (BMI), a numerical value of your weight in relation to your height, is a useful gauge. Optimal BMI for most adults ranges from 18.5 to less than 25. You can calculate it online or consult a healthcare professional.
Contain Cholesterol
High levels of non-HDL, or "bad," cholesterol can lead to heart disease. Your healthcare professional can consider non-HDL cholesterol as the preferred number to monitor, rather than total cholesterol, because it can be measured without fasting beforehand and is reliably calculated among all people.
Manage Blood Sugar
Most of the food we eat turns to glucose (or blood sugar) that our bodies use as energy. Over time, high levels of blood sugar can damage your heart, kidneys, eyes and nerves. As part of testing, monitoring hemoglobin A1c can better reflect long-term control in people of diabetes or pre-diabetes.
Manage Blood Pressure
Keeping your blood pressure within acceptable ranges can keep you healthier longer. Levels less than 120/80 mm Hg are optimal. High blood pressure is defined as 130-139 mm Hg systolic pressure (the top number in a reading) or 80-89 mm Hg diastolic pressure (bottom number).
It is important that we are able to contact you regarding your student, therefore please ensure that your student’s contact information is correct.
Please email Pamela.Traylor@d49.org with any updates for your student OR log-in to the Parent Portal to access your account and make any necessary changes. Thank you!
Reminder: Early student pick up ends at 3:05.
Important Upcoming Dates:
2/10: Evans Skate City Night. Academy location 5:30-7:30pm
2/20: Community Resource Center OPEN 4-5pm
2/20: Evans PTA Meeting 4-5pm
2/24: Engage49 LIVE Event: Safety and Security at the D49 Transportation Center
3/6: Community Resource Center OPEN 4-5pm
3/14: Board of Education Meeting at Sand Creek High School 6:30pm
Daily Arrival Procedures
- Breakfast is served from 8:00 - 8:15 am in the cafeteria.
- Classrooms open at 8:05am for all students. Please do NOT drop off your student prior to 8:00am.
- School starts at 8:20am.
- After 8:20, parents will need to park and enter the front office to sign in their student(s).
- In the drop off lane, please pull all the way through to keep traffic flowing.
- Thanks for helping us ensure safe and efficient morning routines!
