Eagle Crest Family Newsletter
May 8th, 2025
PRINCIPAL'S UPDATE
Hello Eagle Crest Families
What an incredible way to wrap up the year of learning! Our Eagles Can Code celebration was an inspiring showcase of the creativity, curiosity, and tech talent of our students—and it was all made even more meaningful by your presence and support.
From the hands-on stations to the sweet treats and the prize drawing, the energy in the building was electric. We are so proud of our students for the amazing projects they’ve built throughout the year and for the confidence with which they shared their work with others.
A heartfelt thank you goes to our phenomenal STEM teacher and Leadership Coordinator, Katy Schwirtz, who spearheaded this event and continues to go above and beyond in creating opportunities for our students to grow, lead, and shine. Her vision and dedication are at the heart of events like these.
We’re so grateful to be part of a community that celebrates learning in all its forms. Thank you for cheering on our students and for being such an integral part of what makes Eagle Crest such a special place.
Warmly,
Amanda
P.S. - Don’t forget to send in notes of appreciation tomorrow for the final day of Teacher Appreciation Week! Every staff member and teacher deserves to be celebrated, and we’d love to make them feel extra special.
Amanda Holden
Principal
Eagle Crest Elementary School
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
May 9th - Teacher Appreciation Week - Send in a note of appreciation!
May 12th-14th - Donate Books for the Book Swap - Main Entrance
May 16th - PTO Book Swap
May 14th - Preschool Field Day
May 15th - Kindergarten-4th Grade Field Day
May 22nd - Last Day of School
May 22nd - 5th Grade Continuation, 10:00am
May 22nd - End of Year Picnic and Music Festival (see schedule and information below!)
PTO UPDATE
Dear Eagle Crest Families,
Our community has done an amazing job of showing staff how much they mean to us this week! Thanks to all who brought in food, blew up balloons, donated money, and grilled in the rain. Tomorrow is the last day of Teacher Appreciation Week; please consider writing a note and having your children draw or write cards for their classroom teachers, as well as any other staff member who has made a positive impact on your family. 💜💛
If you are looking for more ideas, feel free to consult the staff wish list. Gifts are never expected; staff value notes and words of appreciation above all else!
If you would like to donate to offset the costs of TAW, we gratefully accept contributions here.
Sincerely,
Katie Lancaster, PTO President
Need to Know:
May 16 Eagle Crest Book Swap. Books in good condition gratefully accepted at Eagle Crest main doors May 12-14. Help needed!
Save the Dates:
May 5 - May 9 Teacher Appreciation Week
May 12 Chipotle Restaurant Night 4 - 8pm 25% goes to Eagle Crest PTO! Want to make your own dinner but still support Eagle Crest? Donate here!
May 16 Book Swap Donate children’s books in good condition May 12-14. Sign up to help here.
May 22nd -End-of Year Picnic and Music Festival
Helpful Links:
LONGMONT PUBLIC LIBRARY AT EAGLE CREST NEXT WEEK
It is almost time for the Summer Reading Program. We are so excited to have the librarians from the Longmont Public Library come to tell our students all about it. The librarians will visit with grades 1-4 on Thursday, May 15. Mrs. Beckett will visit with Kindergarten and 5th grade to go over the details. The Summer Reading Bingo board will be coming home with your student next week.
And if your child does not have a library card to the Longmont Public Library, look in your student’s Thursday folder this week for an application. Please return the form to Mrs. Beckett by Wednesday, May 14. Your child will receive their library card during the last week of school.
Mark your calendars for the Summer Reading Kick Off Party at Sunset Pool from 5-7pm on Thursday, May 22th. For more information click here - Summer Reading Program Kick Off Party
EAGLE CREST MUSIC FESTIVAL & FAMILY PICNIC – MAY 22
Join us on the last day of school, Thursday, May 22nd, for our annual Music Festival and Family Picnic! Students will perform by grade level in the gym throughout the morning, and families are invited to picnic on the school grounds anytime between 11:00 AM and 12:45 PM. Bring a blanket and lunch, and enjoy the day at your own pace—before or after your child’s performance. Full schedule and performance times are listed on our website, and recordings will be shared via Infinite Campus for those who can't attend in person. We can’t wait to celebrate the year with music, community, and fun!
LOST & FOUND
Is your child missing something? Our Lost and Found is overflowing with items once again! Please drop by the Main Office before or after school to claim your belongings, these items will be donated soon. Consider labeling your child's coats, gloves, layers, lunch boxes/containers, and water bottles with their names – it can make a significant difference! While we do try to check items for names, many items remain unclaimed due to the lack of labels.
KINDERGARTEN ENROLLMENT
If you have a rising Kindergarten student or know a family with a child who will turn five before October 1st, now is the time to register for Kindergarten! Early registration allows us to plan effectively for teachers and resources by giving us a clearer picture of our incoming student numbers. We are also currently accepting students through open enrollment, so even if a family does not live within our immediate neighborhood, they may still apply to join our Eagle Crest community. To learn more and complete the enrollment process, visit SVVSD Enrollment. We are happy to offer Kindergarten tours—just contact the main office to schedule one. It’s always a joy to welcome new families to Eagle Crest!
ST. VRAIN PRESCHOOL EXPANDS TO FIVE-DAY-A-WEEK PROGRAMS
Starting in the 2025-2026 school year, St. Vrain Valley Schools will offer five-day-a-week preschool programs. Families can explore a variety of high-quality preschool options tailored to meet families’ unique needs, including half-day morning and afternoon sessions, with full-day programs available at select locations.
Visit svvsd.org/preschool for more details and registration information.
FREE AND REDUCED FEES
While lunch charges no longer apply, we kindly urge all families to complete the Free & Reduced Fees Application. This not only benefits your family with reduced fees for things like iPad Insurance, but also supports our school in terms of funding and staffing. Remember to renew this application annually for access to various benefits.
Apply for free & reduced fees today to take advantage of these opportunities!
If you require assistance or prefer a paper application, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
LUNCH MENU
You can now find the monthly Lunch Menu at LINQCONNECT. This online system allows you to filter for allergens and see the Breakfast Menu. You change between Breakfast and Lunch in the upper left hand corner.
All students can receive complimentary breakfast and lunch at school, with the only additional cost being for seconds. Families can contribute funds to their child’s account by sending cash/check or making a digital payment via RevTrak.
SPECIALS COLOR DAY ROTATION
Eagle Crest's specials follow a three-day rotation: RED, YELLOW, PURPLE. The calendar below helps your family plan and ensure the right shoes are ready for PE activities. Reach out to your child's classroom teacher to find out their classroom's specific color rotation.
FAMILY SUPPORT AVAILABLE
Parents and guardians who would like information to assist you with particular parenting conversations or additional support of your child, please contact our school counselor, Angie Kerbel. kerbel_angela@svvsd.org
ABOUT US
Email: holden_amanda@svvsd.org
Website: eces.svvsd.org
Location: 4444 Clover Basin Drive, Longmont, CO, USA
Phone: 303-485-6073
Facebook: facebook.com/EagleCrestES
Twitter: @EagleCrestES
Instagram: @eaglecrestes
QUESTIONS?
Need support in Spanish?
Contact Natalie Boggess at: boggess_natalie@svvsd.org , 303-702-7872