The Panther Press
July 15, 2024
In This Issue of the Panther Press
Read on for More Information:
- New and returning families, be sure to RSVP to Supply Drop-Off on August 29!
- Make sure to review your student's school supply list and have those supplies for Supply Drop-Off:
- Families with incoming Kindergartners, please complete the Welcome to Kindergarten Survey
- Remember to submit health paperwork needed by the start of the school year
- Families new to EVCS with students starting in 5th through 8th grade, please complete your instrument choice form if you have not done so already:
- Digital copies of Summer Work Packets for grades 1 through 8
Translate the Panther Press:
Haga clic aquí si necesita este boletín en español
বাংলায় এই নিউজলেটারের প্রয়োজন হলে এখানে ক্লিক করুন
انقر هنا إذا كنت بحاجة إلى هذه النشرة الإخبارية باللغة العربية
Ger hewcedariya we bi vê bultena bi kurdî hebe, li vir bikirtînin
RSVP to Supply Drop-Off
Join EVCS for our annual Supply Drop-Off
Event is August 29 and runs from 3 to 6 pm
Drop-off your school supplies before the start of the school year, meet teachers, and dine on hot dogs, veggie dogs, salad, and ice pops!
Learn more and confirm your attendance at the RSVP form.
Supply Drop-Off is open to both newly enrolled and returning EVCS students and guardians.
Welcome to Kindergarten Survey
Please Complete Survey Before August 26
EVCS kindly requests that incoming Kindergarten families take a few minutes to provide us with some essential information by completing the Welcome to Kindergarten Survey.
Your responses will assist us in better understanding your child's needs and ensure a smooth transition into Kindergarten.
Kindergarten Readiness Flyer
Download our Kindergarten Readiness Flyer for some things to practice at home before starting school!
Save the Dates & School Calendar
Mark Your Calendars for These Important Dates in the Summer/Fall
August 19-30 - Teacher Workdays
August 29 - Family Open House/Supply Drop-Off (Remember to RSVP!)
September 2 - Labor Day, No School
September 3 - First Day of School
September 12 - Meet the Teacher Night
September 13 - Sup't Conf Day - No Classes/Professional Development
September 26 - High School Information Night (7th & 8th Grade)
Download the 2024-2025 Academic Calendar!
School Supply Lists
Click the links below under the campus and grade level for your student(s) to find a list of school supplies needed at the start of the school year.
School Supplies List for Days Park
School Supplies List for Hertel
Instrument Choice for Grades 5-8
Days Park Instrument Choice & Information Packet
Make sure to fill out the Days Park Instrument Choice Form if your student is NEW to EVCS and starting 5th-8th grade at Days Park in the fall.
Make sure to also review the Days Park Instrumental Music Packet, which includes important information regarding your student's music education and resources for you to purchase or rent instruments.
Hertel Instrument Choice & Information Packet
Make sure to fill out the Hertel Instrument Choice Form, if your student is NEW to EVCS and
starting 5th-8th grade at Hertel in the fall.
Make sure to also review the Hertel Instrumental Music Packet, which includes important information regarding your student's music education and resources for you to purchase or rent instruments.
Summer Work Packets
Click the links below for work packets that your student should complete over the summer.
Nurses' Notes
Reminders from the Health Office
Make sure your student has an updated physical and immunizations prior to the start of the school year! Please check with your student's pediatrician and book your physicals and appointments early to have them completed before the start of the school year.
List of health paperwork:
- Consent to Share Medical Information Form (Newly Enrolled Students Only)
- Health Exam Form
- Dental Health Form
- Vaccination Records (request a print out from your child’s doctor)
Students newly enrolled must submit health paperwork through SchoolMint. Returning students can have health paperwork faxed to the confidential nurse line for your child's campus.
Days Park Nurse Email: nursedp@elmwoodvillageschool.org
Days Park Confidential Fax Line: (716) 884-0010
Hertel Nurse Contact: sbudzinski@elmwoodvillageschool.org
Hertel Confidential Fax Link: (716) 464-3560
24-25 Transportation Updates
Complete this transportation application only if your student will be taking the bus for the first time OR if there is a change in their transportation route.
If there is a change in their transportation route, please make sure to complete a Change of Address Form and provide a new proof of residency.
Get Involved with the Community Association
The EVCS Community Associations sponsor events and fundraisers to support school activities that enrich the experiences of our community and that align with the Mission of the Elmwood Village Charter Schools.
Interested in getting involved? Email your campus CA to get started!
Days Park CA Email Address: daysparkca@elmwoodvillageschool.org
Hertel CA Email Address: hertelca@elmwoodvillageschool.org
Summer High School Newsletter
Is your child starting 7th or 8th grade in the fall?
Make sure to check out our summer high school newsletter, which includes:
- Planning Ahead for September
- An introduction to High School Information Night
- Resources to Research High Schools
Interview with Campus Principals
In case you missed it our last edition of the Panther Press, check out the interviews below to learn more about our campus principals, Ms. Cleary and Ms. Corona!
EVCS Mission Statement
“The Elmwood Village Charter Schools will provide a stimulating and engaging learning environment that recognizes student capability, fosters their connectedness to their immediate and broader communities, and offers them ways to contribute to school life. EVCS believes that all students can and will learn at high levels when provided with the right learning conditions.”
We put students first. We act with urgency. We seek to be better. We work as a team.