Eagle Crest Family Newsletter

Dear Eagle Crest Families,

I hope this email finds you well and ready for an exciting weekend ahead! I'm happy to announce that Eagle Crest will be hosting a VEX Robotics Tournament this Saturday, 9am-3pm in the gym and we cordially invite all of our families to join us for this thrilling event.

Our competitive robotics team has been hard at work, and I am proud to share that they have recently brought home not one, but two awards for their outstanding performance at their last tournament. Their success is a testament to their dedication, effective robotics designs, and incredible teamwork.

But our commitment to robotics education extends far beyond the competitive arena. At Eagle Crest, we believe in introducing the fundamentals of robotics from an early age. Starting from Kindergarten and continuing throughout all grade levels, we integrate robotics into our curriculum through our STEM Garage and our Late Start Wednesday Day of Coding. Additionally, we provide hands-on experience for all 3rd and 5th grade students, allowing them to build actual robots using the same tools and materials as our competitive teams in our specialized robotics lab.

This initiative aims to extend opportunities to all students, regardless of their involvement in our competitive team, and to foster innovative thinking and strategic problem-solving skills with an engineer's mindset. It's just one of the many ways that Eagle Crest sets itself apart in preparing students for future success.

So mark your calendars and join us this weekend for an unforgettable experience at the VEX Robotics Tournament. Let's come together as a community to celebrate our students' achievements and support their passion for robotics!

Wishing everyone a fantastic weekend ahead!

Warmly,

Amanda

Amanda Holden

Principal

Eagle Crest Elementary School

holden_amanda@svvsd.org

Hello Eagle Crest Families!

We are ready for Family/Teacher Conferences next week! This invaluable time with you allows us to discuss your child's progress and further develop a support system to aid them in learning, growing, and reaching their full potential. Your dedication to your child's education and our partnership is truly appreciated.

Fantastic news: Almost 80% of families have already signed up! If you haven't secured your spot yet, no worries – simply reach out to our office staff, and we'll ensure you get a conference time that suits your schedule. *If you haven't located the email from Meet the Teacher, check your SPAM folder as it might be hiding there.

Mark your calendars for Conference Nights on February 6th, 7th, and 8th. We kindly request that all families enter the building through the main entrance, and we'll be there to guide you to your conference. We can’t wait to connect with you next week!

All the best,

Lindsey Cheney

Dean of Students

Eagle Crest Elementary

cheney_lindsey@svvsd.org

February 3rd - VEX IQ Robotics Tournament at Eagle Crest, 8am-3pm - Matches start at 10:30am.

February 6th, 7th, and 8th - Family Teacher Conferences

February 7th - Late Start

February 9th - Anything but a Backpack Mwebaza Spirt Day

February 16th-19th - President’s Day Weekend, NO SCHOOL

Dear Eagle Crest Families,

As you can see below, we have several fun and free community events coming up; fundraising programs like King Soopers Community Rewards Program subsidize our budget, at no extra cost to you!

If you can, please take 30 seconds to Link your King Soopers Card to help fund PTO! This is a way every family can support our kids…don’t forget to tell the grandparents!

Best,

Katie Lancaster, PTO President

COMING UP

• Texas Roadhouse Restaurant Night February 21

• Pastries with the Principal & PTO Meeting February 28 at 2:30 in ECES Library. Note NEW time and place.

• Free Movie Night! Friday, March 1 at Eagle Crest. Bring the whole family back to school for a free evening movie - pajamas are encouraged! Reservation details coming soon. Check PTO’s Facebook Page this weekend for the movie reveal!

• Free Safe Routes to School Bicycle Safety Event April 14. More details to follow.

News to Know

• You voted to fund up to $400 for transportation for the 4th Grade History Colorado Museum field trip. The vote was unanimous!

• Last week’s Red Robin Fundraiser night brought in $245 for PTO!

Action Needed

• Volunteer to Help Plan Events PTO Events Coordinator, Lynnette, will be on maternity leave soon! PTO would love your help with final tasks for Movie Night and end-of-the-year festivities. As most of the planning work is already done, this would be an easy but invaluable lift: less than half an hour a week. If you would like to know more, please contact Linda at community@eaglecrestpto.com

Sign-up for the PTO Newsletter.

Opt-in to the class directory.

Follow PTO’s Facebook Page

Link your King Soopers Card to help fund PTO!

Hello Friends!

The Mwebaza Club is excited to sponsor our next SPIRIT DAY! The club members have chosen the theme "Anything but a Backpack" Day. Since this is a first for Eagle Crest, let us explain. On February 9, just for fun, students have the opportunity to bring their materials to school in a different container than their backpack. It is a funny way to show school spirit. We are raising funds to build the bookshelves and purchase supplies in Uganda to organize a library checkout system for the grant we received from the African Library Project. Mwebaza Annex and St. Paul schools in Uganda will each be receiving about 600 books and training on how to use a library with students, teachers and community members.. Students are welcome to bring donations, but not required.

Teachers, throughout the coming days, we will provide ideas for students as to what are good ideas for bringing their things to school and what might not be so smart to bring their things in. Stay tuned for an announcement at the staff meeting, at the upcoming assembly, newsletters that will go out to parents, and ideas on the morning announcements the days before our big day on Feb. 9. Most importantly, we hope everyone has fun and gets a few giggles out of this silly day.

Thank you for your support of the students and teachers in the St. Vrain Valley community.

One of our favorite events of the year is the Tribute to Teachers award celebration sponsored by St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation. We love it because it recognizes and honors our outstanding teachers for their excellence in teaching.

Please help by nominating a teacher who you believe exemplifies excellence for a Teacher of the Year Award. Visit St. Vrain Valley Schools Education Foundation's website at https://stvrainfoundation.org/programs/tribute-to-teachers/ for the nomination form. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, February 15, 2024 at 11:45 pm.

It's time to start the 5210+ Challenge and cement those healthy habits! It's a Leap Year so you get an extra day in February to reach your healthy habit goals! Good luck and let's do it!

Please contact me directly if you have any questions!

In good health!

Mr. Goldsberry

goldsberry_jason@svvsd.org

Families can now enroll for Preschool and Kindergarten for the 2024-2025 school year! Enrollment processes and information can be found on our district websites. Feel free to reach out to us if you need any help with the process or have any questions.

Preschool Registration Information

Kindergarten Registration Information

While students will no longer be charged for lunch or breakfast, we encourage all families to complete the Free & Reduced Fees Application. This not only benefits your family but also supports our school in terms of funding, staffing, and reduced fees for activities. Remember to renew this application annually for access to various benefits.

Apply for free and reduced fees today to take advantage of these opportunities!

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.

Eagle Crest's specials follow a three-day rotation: RED, YELLOW, PURPLE. Every month, a new calendar is provided, outlining the rotation. This helps your family plan and ensure the right shoes are ready for PE activities.

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

Have questions about anything covered in this newsletter? Reach out via email to holden_amanda@svvsd.org or cheney_lindsey@svvsd.org.

Need support in Spanish?

Contact Natalie Boggess at: boggess_natalie@svvsd.org , 303-702-7872