From The Principal's Perch
Every Child. Every Day. Whatever it takes!
TRADUCCION EN ESPANOL
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- Cuando llegue aqui haga clic en la flecha que apunta hacia abajo y escoja el idioma "Spanish"
LCPS COMMITMENT TO EQUITY
LCPS centers equity as one of its foundational core values. For our community, equity means being committed to providing a safe, supportive, inclusive, affirming, and respectful environment for each student and staff member that fosters success, growth, and academic rigor.
The cultivation of this environment requires us to reject and condemn the use of hate speech, racial slurs,antisemitism, and any action or behavior that discriminates based on race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, orientation, gender expression, socio-economic status, religion, ability, or other cultural identities or expression. Such noninclusive speech, behavior, and actions do not reflect who we are as a learning community.
We embrace and value the unique identities, backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and needs of each student and employee. Celebrating our diversity is important and helps define us as a school division. Demonstrating the courage to address inequities and remove barriers represents an integral part of our collective effort towards excellence in education. Equity is the vehicle that leads to greater access, opportunity, and equality so that each student is
empowered to make meaningful contributions to the world.
A NEW YEAR BRING NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR OUR STUDENTS!
Dear Parents,
Let me begin by wishing each of you a joyous Holiday season and a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year ahead! At EMES, we can't wait for 2024 to begin! We have some exciting new opportunities for our students just around the corner.
Battle of the Books (See Below)
Mr. Mattraw, our librarian, has planned to implement a new library reading program called Battle of the Books for our 3-5 grade students. This planning has become a reality and we will launch this exciting reading program and fun competition in January. You can learn more about the program and how to register your child below.
Amazon Think Big Space Learning Experiences
Every student in grades K-5 will have the opportunity to participate in an immersive computer science experience at Simpson Middle School this year during a visit to the Amazon Think Big Space. Coordinated by our Instructional Facilitator for Technology, Mrs. Marra, and our Computer Science Instructional Facilitator, Mrs. Spessard, our students will have the opportunity to learn basic coding, utilize a 3D printer, and participate in computational thinking activities.
PTA and Family Events
2024 will bring with it many fun community events for our school. Bingo Night, Family Bowling Night, a Glow Dance Party, a Talent Show, and more! Stay tuned for all the details and be sure to mark your calendars for a fun way to be a part of the EMES school community in the year ahead. We also encourage you to attend our monthly PTA meetings on Monday evenings at our school. Your voice and input are valued and needed!
As always, we will continue to provide a rigorous and student centered instructional environment for your children. We have seen so much growth in our students already this year and can't wait to watch them blossom in 2024!
Expecting Success!
Daniel Lani
Principal
EMES BATTLE OF THE BOOKS!
Are you in Grade 3, 4 or 5? Do you LOVE to READ? Do you like CONTESTS and TRIVIA? Are you COMPETITIVE? If so, you’re just the person we need to join one of Evergreen Mill’s BATTLE OF THE BOOKS Teams! Click below for all the details and sign up today!
INTERIM REPORTS
An interim report is provided at the mid-way point of the marking period to alert parents if their child is at risk of receiving a D or F on their upcoming report card in one or more subject areas. This is also used to alert parents if their child's grade has fallen by two or more letter grades from the previous report card. Interims are also used to document attendance, tardiness, and recurring behaviors that are impacting learning in a negative manner. Interims will be released in ParentVue by 3 PM on Monday, December 4th and you are encouraged to check their to see if your child has received an interim report.
Dates To Remember
December
December 4 - PTA Meeting @ 7 PM
December 13 - Fifth Grade Winter Chorus Concert @6:30 PM
December 16 - PTA Winter Shop Event @ 9:00 AM
December 18 - 20 - Winter Spirit Week!
December 20 - Winter Sing - A - Long
December 21 - January 1 - Winter Break!
January
January 2 - Classes Resume
January 8 - Grade 5 Panoramic Photo/Candids/Yearbook Photos
January 8 - PTA Meeting @ 7 PM
January 12 - PTA Bingo Night
January 15 - School Holiday
January 19 - End of Second Marking Period/End of First Semester
January 19 - PTA Spirit Night @ Altitude Trampoline
January 22 - Student Holiday
January 25 - Family Bowling Night
February 2 - PTA Glow Dance
LAST CHANCE TO ORDER YOUR FALL PICTURES!
PTA NEWS AND NOTES
A MESSAGE FROM OUR FAMILY LIAISON
Free/Reduced Lunch Applications:
We are currently in the process of enrolling families in our Free/Reduced Lunch Program. You only need to fill out one application per household, not per student. You will need to apply through the LINQ App or LCPS Healthy Cafe using the links below. There is also a paper form available.
Here are the direct links to apply:
https://lcpshealthycafe.org/?page=lunchapps
For more details, families can visit School Nutrition Services department website www.healthycafe.org or contact our Family Liaison @ skyla.owens@lcps.org
Fueled Up! (Formerly knows as Backpack Buddies)
We are pleased to once again be able to offer our Fueled Up food program to any families in need this year. Food bags are given out to students at school every Friday to ensure that all families have lunch, dinner, and snacks for the weekend. Bags are also provided whenever we are on a school break (Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Spring Break). To register for this program please complete the form linked below and turn it in to your child's teacher or contact our Family Liaison at @ skyla.owens@lcps.orgfor assistance.
ParentVUE
Need Assistance? We Can Help!
If, due to a disability, you need assistance to enable you to participate meaningfully in any meetings or activities at Evergreen Mill Elementary, please call Daniel Lani at 571-252-2900 at least FIVE WORKING DAYS prior to the event.
Do We Have Your Email Address?
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Evergreen Mill Elementary School
Email: daniel.lani@lcps.org
Website: https://www.lcps.org/evergreen
Location: Evergreen Mill Elementary School, Evergreen Mills Road, Leesburg, VA, USA
Phone: 571-252-2900
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