Dear Parents/Guardians,
It was so great to see so many of you at the Fall Fest/Trunk or Treat event last Friday. There were so many great costumes and a lot of fun being had. Thanks again to our PTCO for always putting on great events for our school.
We have a lot of items in our lost and found. Please see this video to see if you recognize anything and, if you do, please come to the front office to get it or tell your child to grab it!
Mrs. Apple is organizing our annual food drive! Here is the information:
The Erie Elementary Food Drive will start Monday November 11th-Friday November 15th. We love to support our Erie Food Bank.
There will be a class competition everyday to see which class brings in the most food items. The class with the highest number will vote on an extra 15 minutes of recess or extra PE.
Here are some much needed food items that they have requested.
jelly
smaller sizes of sugar, flour and cooking oil
canned fruit – applesauce, pineapple, mandarin oranges, peaches, pears
pancake mix
syrup
small containers of rolled oats or boxed instant oatmeal
pasta – any kind!
spaghetti sauce
canned meat – tuna, chicken, Spam
canned meals – beef stew, chef boyardee, manwich
boxed meals – hamburger helper, tuna helper
instant rice and pasta sides
instant potatoes
granola bars/cereal bars
crackers
Thank you for your support!
Message from PTCO
Dear Erie Elementary Families,
We are planning for a Holidays Around the World Event for our school community as we approach winter break. Details on date and time are below. We are reaching out to find volunteers that would be interested in sharing a craft, activity, and/or food for this event. Date: Wednesday, December 4Time: 6:00-7:30pm
Location: Erie Elementary
Interested in volunteering?
Please email EES Equity at [email protected]. In your email, please share a specific holiday your family celebrates, the item(s) you would like to bring or see at the event, and materials you will need from the PTCO. If you aren’t interested in bringing an item to the event but are interested in volunteering, please let us know as well. We would like to receive all input on activities by Friday, November 8 to allow for time to purchase any necessary materials.
Thank You!
Erie Elementary PTCO
News & Reminders
Picture Retakes Day Is Coming!!
Erie Elementary School
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Dear Parents, Van Gogh School Photographers will be taking individual retake photos for students who were absent on
picture day or whose photos did not meet your expectations.
To prepay for pictures go to: www.orders.vangoghco.com/prepay
Enter your school code: 30022301
RETAKES: If you would like you child to participate in retakes please have your child return the entire
picture package to our photographer on retake day.
Upcoming events at EHS:
Erie High School is excited to host our annual Open House on Wednesday, November 6th from 6-8 pm. This is an important opportunity for interested 8th grade students and their families to visit EHS and learn more about the incredible opportunities offered in our school. Mr. Griffin will be presenting at 6pm and 7pm, and students and families will have the chance to tour the school and meet teachers, coaches, and staff members who will share information about the academic, artistic, athletic, and co-curricular opportunities at EHS.
Erie High School is excited to host our Erie Feeder AI Pop Up Event on Thursday, November 7th. This is a great opportunity for SVVSD teachers, staff, and families to learn more about AI and its implications in public education. There will be a keynote presentation at 4:30 pm entitled “AI’s Role in Education” and beginning at 5pm we have several breakout sessions that guests may attend based upon their interests. The topics address AI in a manner that will inform and educate teachers, staff, and families.
Pets on Campus:
Please remember we do not allow animals on school property during school hours. If you bring a pet with you when picking up or dropping off your child it must remain on the public sidewalk or in your vehicle. Thank you for keeping our kids and each other safe and comfortable at school.
Enroll Now: Space Available in Preschool and Wraparound Pre-K Programs for 2024-2025
St. Vrain Valley Schools offers a variety of high-quality early childhood education options, including preschool and wraparound pre-k care programs, designed to meet the needs of families in our communities. St. Vrain Valley’s programs provide a comprehensive and supportive learning environment for our youngest learners. Space is still available at various district locations for children ages 3 to 5.
Click to learn more about early childhood education options and how to enroll your child.
Exciting Opportunities!
Erie Community School
Upcoming Enrichment Classes
We have some new fun classes starting in November. Sign up soon as classes do fill up. Use the links below for full details and to register. If you have questions or need financial assistance please contact Cheryl Labadie at [email protected] or 720-652-7887.
Comics, Cartoons and Characters
Instructor: Todd Sayers, 1st Grade Teacher and lover of all things Disney
Days: Thursday and Friday afternoons, 11/7, 11/8, 11/14, 11/15, 11/21, 11/22, 12/5, 12/6, 12/12, 12/13 (10 classes)
Time: 3:45-4:45 PM
Where: Meet at the library, they will be walked to Mr. Sayers classroom at 4:45
Grades: 2nd – 5th only# of students: Min. 12/Max. 17
Cost: $125
Instructor: Jenna Bullard, Erie Elementary Librarian
Days: Tuesday afternoons, 11/12 and 11/19
Time: 3:40-4:40 PM
Where: Library
Grades: 3rd – 5th only# of students: Min. 10/Max. 15
Cost: $30
!!!Performance Alert!!
All of the second & fourth graders as well as Choir Club are preparing for our annual Goodness & Grooves performance! Please save us a little time on your calendars and come join us for lots of fun! Bring a chair or blanket and join us outside for a fall event to enjoy some great music and an opportunity to do a little good for our Erie Community. Here are the details…
Who: ALL 2nd and 4th Grade students + Choir Club
What: Grade level performances & warm beverages, and fun!
When: Wednesday, November 20th from 5:40-7:00pm
Where: Erie Elementary School Playground
Questions: contact [email protected]
More info here. See you soon!
Square State Skate is coming back to Erie Elementary! For 3 PE classes 3rd – 5th graders will have an opportunity to learn how to skateboard with Square State Skate teachers. Please fill out the google form so your child can participate starting on October 28th during PE.
Erie Elementary/SVVSD Combined Waiver
Attention Readers! Help us win a contest over Thanksgiving break!
Please see announcement from Community Schools to sign up for enrichment activities.
Volunteer Opportunities
If you would like to volunteer in at school there are so many ways to do so. You can reach our to your child’s teacher to see what they may need. Our wonderful PTCO also is a great way to find out about how to volunteer. If you are planning to volunteer, we need you to fill out this form and turn it in to the front office.
Spirit Wear!
STEM!
Questions/Concerns/Feedback?
We value our partnership with families. If you have any questions, concerns, feedback, or general wonderings please reach out to myself or Mrs. Sisk directly. We love the opportunity to partner with our community, solve problems and build relationships!
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