Bobcat Bulletin

8/10-Meet the Teacher-1:45-3:00pm

8/11-First Day of School-Parents Can Walk Students to their Classrooms Starting at 7:45am on the First Day of School Only-All Adults Must Have a Valid ID

8/18-Kindergarten Curriculum Morning-7:45 am, EPE Media Center

8/19-1st Grade Curriculum Morning-7:45 am, EPE Media Center

8/19-Grades 4 & 5 IReady Diagnostic 1

8/20-2nd Grade Curriculum Morning-7:45 am, EPE Media Center

8/20-Grades 1, 2 & 3 IReady Diagnostic 1

8/24-Afterschool Programs Start

8/25-3rd Grade Curriculum Morning-7:45 am, EPE Media Center

8/25-Kindergarten IReady Diagnostic 1

8/26-4th Grade Curriculum Morning-7:45 am, EPE Media Center

8/26 - Early Release Day 11:50am

8/26 - No after school program

8/27-5th Grade Curriculum Morning-7:45 am, EPE Media Center

EPE Families,

Welcome back! We hope you enjoyed a wonderful summer filled with rest, fun, and special family memories.

We are excited to begin the 2026-2027 school year with a historic achievement. For the first time in school history, Eden Park Elementary earned an "A" school grade! This accomplishment reflects the hard work and dedication of our students, staff, and families. Thank you for your partnership in helping make this possible.

As we look ahead to the 2026-2027 school year, our theme is, Aim High!

This theme encourages every member of our school community to set goals, challenge themselves, and strive for excellence each day.

Our Motto: Aim High, Roar to Success!

We will use this motto throughout the year to encourage and support our Bobcats to set goals, work hard, persevere and to believe there is no limit to what they can accomplish.

Important Reminders

• School Hours: 8:20 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.
• Before-School Program: 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. (registration required)
• Meet the Teacher Event: Monday, August 10, 2026 | 1:45 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  Families may register for the Before-School Program during this event.

As we begin this new school year, we are grateful for your continued partnership and support. Together, we will celebrate achievements, overcome challenges, and ensure that every Bobcat continues moving in the right direction.

We look forward to a year of growth, learning, and success. Thank you for being an important part of the Eden Park Elementary family. We can't wait to welcome our Bobcats back!

Dr. Joy and Mrs. Caseres

🐾 Home of the Bobcats

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Join us for Meet the Teacher on Monday, August 10, 2026, from 1:45–3:00 PM at Eden Park Elementary! This is a wonderful opportunity for students and families to explore the classroom, meet their teacher, and get excited for an amazing school year.

During the event, families will be able to:

• Attend the Annual Title 1 Meeting
• Meet classroom teachers and visit classrooms
• Drop off school supplies
• Sign up for before- and after-school programs
• Obtain car rider and walker tags
• Purchase Eden Park spirit shirts
• Receive important information to help your family prepare for the first day of school

We look forward to welcoming all of our EPE families and kicking off another fantastic year of learning. See you on August 10!

Parents may escort students to their classrooms on the first day of school. Teachers will be in their classrooms accepting students at 7:45am. All parents on campus must present identification.

Once you drop your student off at their classrooms, we require parents to leave our school. We appreciate your support in ensuring a safe and secure campus.

EPE Spirit Shirts will be on sale during our Meet the Teacher Event. Spirit shirts can be worn any day of the week with uniform bottoms and on dress down Fridays.

EPE Families,

To help maintain a safe and secure learning environment, all Eden Park Elementary students are required to wear their CCPS-issued student ID badge every day, including while riding the bus to and from school.

In accordance with the CCPS Code of Student Conduct, student ID badges must:

• Be worn and visible at all times during the school day.
• Remain unaltered and in good condition.
• Never be shared or worn by another student.
• Be worn on a lanyard that does not display the name or logo of another CCPS school.

Each student will receive two school-issued ID badge and lanyard at no cost on the first day of school, one for their backpacks and one to be worn daily. If a badge is forgotten, the student will be issued a wristband for the day. If a badge is lost, a replacement must be purchased for $3.00, and a replacement lanyard is $2.00.

Thank you for helping us keep our school safe by ensuring your child comes to school each day with their ID badge.

To help create a safe, respectful, and focused learning environment, all Eden Park Elementary students are expected to follow the school dress code each day. Students should wear a solid-colored polo shirt with a collar (any color is acceptable) paired with khaki, navy, or black slacks, shorts, capri pants, or skorts. Jeans and leggings are not permitted. Students should also wear closed-toe sneakers for safety, as sandals and boots are not allowed. On cooler days, students may wear solid-colored sweatshirts or sweaters without graphics or designs. All students are also required to wear their school-issued ID badge in plain view throughout the school day.

Dress Down Fridays: Students may participate in Dress Down Friday by paying $1.00. While students may wear non-uniform clothing on these days, all attire must continue to meet the CCPS Dress Code Policy and remain appropriate for the school environment.

Thank you for helping your child come to school dressed for success and ready to Aim High, Roar to Success!

Regular school attendance is one of the most important factors in a child's academic success. Every school day provides valuable opportunities for students to build skills, participate in classroom learning, develop friendships, and stay connected with their teachers. Even missing just a few days of school can make it more difficult for students to keep up with instruction and reach their full potential.

If your child is ill and unable to attend school, please notify the Eden Park Elementary front office as soon as possible by calling 239-377-9200 to report the absence. To have an illness-related absence considered excused, a medical note from a licensed healthcare provider must be submitted to the school. Providing documentation promptly helps ensure your child's attendance record is accurate and allows us to support their successful return to school.

Thank you for partnering with us to make attendance a priority and help every student Aim High, Roar to Success!

Help your child come to school prepared each day by sending a reusable, leak-proof water bottle. Approved water bottles should have a secure screw-on or flip-top lid that closes completely and be clearly labeled with your child's name. To help keep classrooms clean and minimize spills, please do not send open-top cups, cups with exposed straws, squeeze bottles, or large handled tumblers. Choosing the right water bottle helps students stay hydrated, focused, and ready to learn every day. Thank you for partnering with us as we Aim High and Roar to Success!

To support learning both in the classroom and beyond, all Eden Park Elementary students will be issued a CCPS district laptop for school use. Students are expected to take good care of their assigned device by carrying it in its laptop case, keeping it off the floor, storing the charger in the case when not in use, and never lending it to another student. Families are reminded that students are responsible for any damage to their assigned device. Families must also pay for lost laptop chargers. Repair costs may apply for damaged equipment, including $95 for a damaged keyboard, $231 for a touchscreen replacement, and $117 for a non-touchscreen screen replacement. Thank you for partnering with us to help students care for these valuable learning tools so they remain ready to Aim High, Roar to Success!

Arrival Procedures - Car Line

Students may enter campus beginning at 7:30a.m. If you are dropping off your students in the car line, please remain in your vehicle and pull up to the overhang so someone can open the door for you.

Arrival Procedures - Walkers

All walker gates: Westclox, Habitat, and Carson Lakes open at 7:30 a.m.

Late arrival

Please escort your student to the office if they will be late.

Dismissal changes in transportation

Please notify the main office by 2:15 p.m. if your child will need a transportation change for dismissal. The school phone number is 239-377-9200.

Dismissal Procedures - Walkers

Adults picking up K/1 students are required to have identification or matching walker tag in order for your child to go home with you.

Dismissal Procedures - Car Line

All cars require a car tag on the dashboard. Car tags must remain on the dashboard until your child loads the car.

Cars that do not have a car tag, will be asked to keep moving and identification will be required. Please make sure to pick up a car tag for your vehicle.

Eden Park operates using a “double-line” exit procedure that allows us to load 12 cars at a time.

What does this mean?

We will use the left and right lanes for the first six vehicles, for a total of 12 vehicles. All 12 vehicles will load at the same time. All vehicles will remain stopped and parked until all 12 vehicles are loaded. This will ensure the safety of all students. Once all students are loaded, the vehicles will be released.

How can you help us?

• Talking on cell phones is not allowed.
• Focus on driving safely through the line of cars.
• Be patient and aware of your surroundings.
• All students will be loaded on the passenger side of their vehicle, so please ensure your student can enter the passenger side of your vehicle and be properly seated.
• Students will not be allowed to enter the vehicle from the driver's side. This will require students to pass by other vehicles, which could limit drivers' view of students entering the loading area.
• Follow the instructions of school staff at all times.

We appreciate your support in keeping all students safe.

There is no cost to your student to eat breakfast and lunch every day. Breakfast begins at 7:30am.

Join our School Advisory Council (SAC). We meet the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7:30am.

School Board Policies 2266, 3362, and 5517 – Prohibits discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and/or gender identity), disability, or age in the provision of educational opportunities or employment opportunities and benefits. The District School Board does not discriminate on the basis of sex or disability in the education programs and activities that it operates, pursuant to the requirements of Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.

For additional information or to report Title IX or any other discrimination/harassment concerns, contact Ms. Valerie Wenrich, Chief Human Resources Officer/ Title IX Coordinator, at (239) 377-0351, wenriv@collierschools.com or at 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, Florida 34109.

Las políticas de la Junta Directiva Escolar 2266, 3362, y 5517 – prohíben la discriminación o el acoso basado en la raza, color, religión, país de origen, sexo (incluyendo la orientación sexual y/o la identidad de género), discapacidad o edad en cuanto a la provisión de oportunidades educativas o de empleo y beneficios. Conforme los requisitos del Título IX de las Enmiendas Educativas de 1972, la Junta Directiva del Distrito Escolar no discrimina por motivos de sexo o discapacidad en los programas y actividades educativas que opera.

Para más información o para reportar sobre asuntos del Título IX o cualquier otra inquietud sobre discriminación o acoso, comuníquese con la señora Valerie Wenrich, Primer Oficial de Recursos Humanos/Coordinadora del Título IX, al número (239) 377-0351, wenriv@collierschools.com o a la dirección 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, Florida 34109.

Règleman Konsèy Administrasyon Lekòl la 2266, 3362, ak 5517 – anpeche diskriminasyon oswa asèlman akoz ras, koulè, relijyon, orijin nasyonal, sèks (ki enkli oryantasyon seksyèl ak/oubyen idantite sèks yon moun), andikap, oubyen laj yon moun nan sa ki konsène opòtinite edikasyonèl oswa opòtinite travay ak benefis. Konsèy Administrasyon Lekòl la pa fè diskriminasyon sou baz sèks oswa pwoblèm andikap nan pwogram edikasyon ansanm avèk aktivite ke li opere, an rapò avèk ekzijans Tit IX nan Amandman Edikasyon 1972 la.

Pou plis enfòmasyon oubyen pou rapòte Tit IX oswa nenpòt sa ki konsène ou apwopo diskriminasyon/asèlman, kontakte Ms. Valerie Wenrich, Ofisye an Chèf Resous Imèn/ Koòdinatris Tit IX, nan (239) 377-0351, wenriv@collierschools.com oubyen nan 5775 Osceola Trail, Naples, Florida 34109.

Vision:

Eden Park Elementary will nurture and grow lifelong learners who are responsible citizens and leaders within their community.

Mission:

Eden Park Elementary will inspire students to achieve their fullest potential by providing a safe, inclusive environment that focuses on engagement in relevant academic experiences.