Eagle Academy Newsletter

It has been a great month here at Eagle Academy and we are looking forward to finishing the year strong! One of the focuses this month has been reviewing our student, staff and parent experience survey data.

I have had the chance to meet with students, staff and our parents to look at the survey data and to develop goals to help make our stakeholder's experience better! The biggest request from parents was to better understand the competency-based education your student receives. You spoke, and we heard you! See below for the brand-new EA Parent and Guardian Guide. Thanks for your feedback.

If you have other suggestions for topics to be covered in this newsletter, please reach out to me directly at sprengel.evan@westada.org or by calling 208-350-4220.

Wish you all the best,

Evan Sprengel

The first link will take you to a voice-over video presentation which will help explain our competency-based model, the student learning plan, and how to read the weekly Personalized Learning Profiles (PLP) reports. The second link is just the presentation if you prefer to read it instead.

Voice Over Presentation

Presentation Only

We hope these resources helped answer any questions you may have about our system. If you have any further questions, please reach out to your student's mentor, or call our school at 208-350-4220.

Hello Jaguar Students and Families,

Thank you, students so much for continuing to check in at the front office when you get to school late and also for checking out when you leave early. This helps EA keep track of your attendance in PowerSchool, so we (and your parents) know that you are safe and where you are supposed to be.

We also ask that parents/guardians call the front office to report their student's absence for the day.

Parents can call and leave a message for the Head Secretary/front desk of Eagle Academy at: 208-350-4220, or you can send an email to: young.crystal@westada.org

Thank you,
Mrs. Young

Each month this section will show the data behind all the hard work our students do.

Below are the year-to-date number of amazing EA graduates, the number of students who have PERFECT attendance this month (which we define as not missing any class period for the month), the number of positive acknowledgements students have earned. [Students earn positive acknowledgements by showing our school-wide behaviors expectations of "R.O.A.R.S." (Respect, Our best, Accountable, Responsible, and Safe)], and the credits earned by our students each month.

Ask your student if they are a part of any of these categories!

West Ada Health Services is a holistic nursing practice that supports the physical, emotional, and mental well-being of students to enhance their educational success. School nurses collaborate with students, parents, and healthcare providers to create health action plans, ensure safety, and minimize disruptions to instruction.

Eagle Academies Team of Health Services:

Kara Jeppson, RN (Tue, Fri)

Malia McConnell, NP-C (Wed, Thurs)

Chrystalyn Coulter, Health Technician (Mon)

Many short-term and long-term medications should be given before school for maximum effect during school hours.

Secondary students may self-carry and self-administer a single dose of OTC (over the counter) medication. Any medication should be brought to school in the original labeled container or packaging. Parents may give permission for their child to self-carry. This permission is located in Power School.

Step 1: Update Power School

-Login to Power School

-Open Applications box on far-right hand top corner with a arrow that points up

-Open "School Forms" and then open the form labeled "Medical"

-Update Health History, or verify information is current. Make applicable changes if needed

-Sign and date the form at the bottom, click "submit"

-Next, click the "Medication Consents" tab

-Update "Self-carry and Self Administer Over the counter Medications” check mark the box and then type in the box the label on the packet that includes the medication name, strength of the medication, and instructions on how to take the medication

-Sign and date the form at the bottom, click "submit"

• Medication should not be expired

• Medication should not be in an expired container

• No more than one dose should be kept on hand

• Medication administration for injuries/complaints that occurred at home or off campus, should be addressed prior to the start of the school day at home, or self-carry medication option.

Links to Guidelines on West Ada Health Services Website

Health Services | West Ada School District

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The 4th Annual West Ada School District College & Career Fair is an event designed to empower our students by connecting them directly with representatives from colleges, universities, trade schools and local businesses. This fair is a key opportunity for high school students to explore post-secondary paths, network with experts, and gain the confidence needed to make informed decisions about their future.

Event Details
Date: March 5, 2025 (this is a non-school day for students)
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Location: Mountain View High School
2000 S Millennium Way, Meridian, ID 83642

Why Attend?
Starting in freshman year, our students are encouraged to explore college and career fairs as a way to:

• Discover a wide range of academic and career opportunities.

• Engage in interactive sessions and one-on-one discussions with experts.

• Build valuable networks that will support their future educational and professional endeavors.

At this event, your student will have the chance to meet directly with representatives, ask questions about various programs, and gather insights that will help guide their next steps. Participation in this fair not only broadens horizons but also provides exclusive incentives for West Ada School District students.

Event Schedule & Transportation

• Student Admission: Starts promptly at 9:00 a.m.

• Transportation: A bus will be stationed at each comprehensive high school and Renaissance, departing every hour on the hour. Each school will have a bus running on an hourly loop, and at EHS, two buses will operate to ensure timely service.

For more details and to register, please visit:
https://www.westada.org/article/1862692

March is National Reading Month! Woo-hoo!! Join in on the West Ada #showyourcard challenge to help us win $500 for our school library! See the flyer below for more info about this or come and talk to me in the library! 🎉

Here is a link to the latest graduation information: Class of 2025 Graduation Info | Smore Newsletters for Business

March 5 - No School for Students. District wide PLC Day for staff.

March 14 - End of 3rd Quarter

March 17-21 - No School. Spring Break