The Panther Press
January 5, 2026
In This Issue of the Panther Press
- Computer-Based Testing Simulations are happening later this month, on January 27 (Days Park) and January 26 (Hertel) for grades 3-8.
- Parent-Teacher Conferences will be January 29. Stay tuned for more information!
- Next Friday, January 16, is there is no school for students as it is a Superintendent's Conference Day.
- Applications for the 2026-2027 school year have opened! Know someone looking to join our vibrant community? Let them know and share our application to apply now.
EVCS RESOURCES, EVENTS, & INFORMATION
EVCS Calendar & Lunch Menu
Upcoming Events
- January 16 - Sup't Conf Day - No Classes/Professional Development
- January 19 - Martin Luther King Jr. Day - No School
- January 26 - CBT Simulations, 8:25 to 9:05 AM (Hertel Campus)
- January 27 - CBT Simulations, 8:25 to 9:05 AM (Days Park Campus)
- January 29 - Half-Day with Early Dismissal (Pick-Up/Walker Dismissal at 12:05 PM, Bus Dismissal at 12:30 PM) and Parent-Teacher Conferences
EVCS School Calendar 25-26
Doors open to students at 7:40 AM
School day begins at 8 AM
Pick-up/walking dismissal begins at 3:05 PM
Dismissal for students taking the bus begins at 3:15 PM
Lunch Menu
Computer-Based Testing Simulations
Preparation for CBT Testing
Upcoming CBT Simulations (for grades 3-8):
- Days Park Campus: Tuesday, January 27, 8:25–9:05 AM
- Hertel Campus: Monday, January 26, 8:25–9:05 AM
These simulations are part of our preparation for upcoming computer-based testing.
Please ensure your child arrives on time.
Parent-Teacher Conferences Later this Month
Save the Date for January 29
Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held later this month. Keep an eye out for updates and information as we get closer to January 29.
Applications Open for 2026-2027 School Year
Spread the Word: Applications Open Now!
Applications are open for BOTH EVCS Campuses for the 2026-2027 school year!
Know someone looking to join our vibrant community?
Let them know and share our application to apply now.
Are you looking to have a kindergartener join their older sibling next year?
Make sure to select a sibling preference when you apply!
EVCS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Get Involved with the Community Association
The EVCS Community Associations sponsor events and fundraisers to support school activities that enrich the experiences of our community and that align with the Mission of the Elmwood Village Charter Schools.
Interested in getting involved? Email your campus CA to get started!
Days Park CA Email Address: daysparkca@elmwoodvillageschool.org
Hertel CA Email Address: hertelca@elmwoodvillageschool.org
Upcoming Community Association Meetings:
- Days Park, January 13, 7 PM. Meeting link coming soon.
- Hertel, January 28, 7 PM. Meeting link coming soon.
PARENT/GUARDIAN RESOURCES
EVCS Mission Statement
“The Elmwood Village Charter Schools will provide a stimulating and engaging learning environment that recognizes student capability, fosters their connectedness to their immediate and broader communities, and offers them ways to contribute to school life. EVCS believes that all students can and will learn at high levels when provided with the right learning conditions.”
We put students first. We act with urgency. We seek to be better. We work as a team.