Dear Ever Parents and Community,

As we approach Thanksgiving, I wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for the incredible support and commitment our families bring to our school. Your generosity, involvement, and dedication make our educational community truly special.

Each day, I am profoundly grateful to be part of this remarkable school, where parents, teachers, and students work together to create an environment of learning, growth, and mutual respect. Your ongoing support transforms our educational journey and enriches the lives of our students.

This Thanksgiving, I wish you and your families warmth, joy, and abundant blessings. May your holiday be filled with love, connection, and appreciation for all that we share together.

With much appreciation,

Dr. Cardenas Principal,

Evergreen Elementary School

Dear Evergreen Community,

We are incredibly proud and grateful for your ongoing support, which continues to make a tremendous difference in our community. Your generosity has enabled us to achieve remarkable milestones this year, including:

• Purchasing new classroom monitors for our 1st-grade classrooms

• Replacing Chromebooks to enhance our students' learning experience

• Hosting a successful Food/Toy Drive that will support local families during the holiday season

We're thrilled to announce an exciting new event: our first-ever Father/Daughter Dance! This special evening welcomes all-important male role models in a child's life—whether that's a father, grandfather, uncle, brother, or family friend. Mark your calendars for February 28, 2025. We'll be sharing more details in the coming weeks.

Thank you for your continued commitment to making our Evergreen Community stronger, more supportive, and more vibrant than ever.

Our next Community Club meeting will be December 13th at 8:30 am. Please join us to stay informed of upcoming events and school updates.

We hope you enjoy your Thanksgiving break with your families and a lot of yummy food.

Thank You,

Marisol Lara

Evergreen Community Club President

evergreencommunityclub@gmail.com

This past week marked the kickoff of our student action team meetings. We were pleased to see the engagement of both students and staff as they came together for the first time this year. With more than 9 Student Action Teams, close to 200 students, and 30 staff members involved, our commitment to leadership is impressive. These teams represent a significant collaborative effort to support and develop student leadership skills across our school community.

A "student action team leader" in the "Leader in Me" program is a student who takes on a leadership role within a specific team focused on a particular project or initiative, allowing them to actively contribute to improving their school environment by applying the leadership principles taught in the program, often including organizing events, managing tasks, and representing their team to others; essentially, it's a student leader empowered to take action on a specific area within the school community.

The night was a testament to collaborative effort, with our dedicated school team working hand in hand to provide valuable insights. Our school psychologist Ms. Fu, school counselor Mr. Hurst, ELS coordinator Mrs. Brown, and a remarkable group of kindergarten student leaders joined forces to create an informative and inspiring presentation.

Attendees were introduced to the Leader in Me framework, exploring the powerful 8 habits that empower students to become proactive, goal-oriented leaders. The evening also highlighted our school-wide P.B.I.S. expectations, demonstrating our commitment to creating a supportive, respectful learning environment.

Our heartfelt thanks go out to all the parents who took the time to attend and engage with these important initiatives. Your support is crucial in helping our students develop leadership skills and positive behaviors that will serve them throughout their lives.

Thank you to our incredible staff and student leaders for making this evening a success!

Our youngest learners recently came together for a heartwarming Friendsgiving celebration that filled the students with joy and gratitude. The children delighted in singing festive songs and listening to a special story that captured the spirit of thankfulness. Each student had the opportunity to share what they are grateful for, creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere.

A highlight of the day was creating and enjoying a delicious Friendsgiving trail mix. This tasty treat not only satisfied their appetites but also served as a playful reminder of the 8 Habits, reinforcing important character-building lessons. The activity brought our TK and Kindergarten friends closer together, strengthening their sense of community and school family.

The event was a wonderful opportunity for our littlest learners to connect, celebrate, and appreciate the bonds of friendship and gratitude.

Evergreen Elementary School has achieved two notable recognitions:

1. U.S. News Best Elementary Schools Award

• Ranked #400 out of 5,865 California Public Elementary schools
• Earned a badge by ranking in the top 40% of schools in the state

1. Education Results Partnership (ERP) Honor Roll

• Part of the national Campaign for Business and Education Excellence
• Recognizes schools that effectively prepare students for workforce and life success
• Uses objective student achievement data to highlight successful educational institutions

These awards demonstrate Evergreen Elementary's commitment to educational excellence and student development.

Friday's Spirit Assembly was nothing short of exciting! For the first time this school year,, our Student Action Team took the reins and led the school into an unforgettable celebration of school spirit and student leadership.

The assembly kicked off with an energetic review of our S.O.A.R. model and P.B.I.S. expectations, highlighting our commitment to creating a positive learning environment. We also showcased our Leader in Me 8 habit language, empowering students to embrace personal growth and community involvement.

The highlight of the day? An epic staff versus students "Hot Potato" showdown! Seven brave teachers faced off against seven equally determined students in a competition that kept everyone on the edge of their seats. In a thrilling finale, our students clinched a victorious win, sending the crowd into a frenzy of cheers and excitement!

What a perfect way to launch into our Thanksgiving break - celebrating teamwork, leadership, and school pride! Congratulations to our Student Action Team for an incredible assembly that brought our school community together.

Please click the link below to view our schoolwide expectations.

Visit our PBIS website to see cool prizes and upcoming events!

Each Friday, we send out a weekly announcement via Smore to keep you informed about all the events and activities happening at Evergreen. Please be sure to check for it to stay up-to-date! You can find the link to the latest announcement below.

December 3 .......................................................Student Lighthouse Team Meeting

December 5 ...................................................... School Wide Walking Field Trip to DBHS Winter Show

December 5........................................................Math Night!

December 13......................................................Community Club Meeting

December 13......................................................Kindergarten Gingerbread Day

December 13......................................................Spirit Assembly

December 19......................................................Evergreen Sing

December 19......................................................Minimum Day

December 20-January 5....................................Christimas and New Year's break

January 6, 2025.................................................School Resumes

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