The Tiger Tribune

Dear Tiger Families and Community,

What an incredible October we had at Eva Turner! As our Month of Opportunity, October gave our students, families, and staff so many opportunities to learn, connect, celebrate, and grow together.

From our Potty-Training Clinic and exciting Fall Festival, to two schoolwide assemblies, field trip experiences for our second graders and Pre-K/Kindergarten students, and the launch of our afterschool clubs, our Tigers had a month filled with meaningful experiences both inside and outside of the classroom. Each opportunity was possible because of the dedication of our staff, the enthusiasm of our students, and the continued support of our families and community.

As we move into November, we shift from a Month of Opportunity to a Month of Gratitude. We have so much to be thankful for at Eva Turner. We are grateful for our amazing students who come ready to learn and grow, our dedicated staff who pour into our Tigers each day, and our families and community partners who continue to show up, participate, and support our school.

And we are not slowing down! We are kicking off November with another opportunity to connect and learn together through our Parent Simulation Workshop, giving families a chance to experience learning through the eyes of their children and strengthen the partnership between home and school.

As we enter this season of gratitude, I encourage each of us to take a moment to recognize the people and experiences that make our Tiger community so special. Together, we are creating more than great school experiences. We are building a community where every Tiger can learn, grow, belong, and ROAR!

Thank you for your continued partnership, support, and Tiger Pride. We are truly grateful for our Tiger community!

With gratitude and Tiger Pride,
Principal Gandee 🐯

Wednesday, November 4th

Parent Simulation Workshop

Friday, November 6th

Parent-Teacher Conferences - no school for students

Monday, November 9th

Report Cards Posted

Tuesday, November 10th

2nd Grade Field Trip to the Zoo

Wednesday, November 11th

Veteran's Day - no school for students & staff

Thursday, November 12th

PTO Meeting 5:30 - 6:30

Wednesday, November 18th

Family Market

Thursday, November 19th

2 hour early dismissal

Friday, November 20th

3rd - 5th grade Quarter 1 Award Ceremony

Wednesday, November 25th - Friday, November 27th

Thanksgiving Break

Core Essential Character Trait: GRATITUDE

This month, our Tigers are learning about Gratitude: letting others know you see how they’ve helped you. We encourage students to notice the kindness of others, say thank you, and find simple ways to show appreciation at school, at home, and in our community. Let’s grow grateful hearts together!

📚 Want to learn more? Click the links below to access this month's Core Essential resources, conversation starters, and family activities that reinforce the character trait of Gratitude at home and at school. Together, we can help our Tigers grow grateful hearts and show appreciation for others! 🐾💛

Click here for the English Newsletter

Click her for the Spanish Newsletter

Counseling Lessons:
This month, our school counseling lessons will help students build important social-emotional skills for success at school and beyond. From identifying feelings and solving problems to resolving conflicts and practicing gratitude, each lesson is designed to give our Tigers practical tools to understand themselves, make positive choices, and strengthen relationships with others. 🐯💛

November School Counseling Lesson

Kindergarten- Identifying and Expressing Feelings

1st Grade- Small Vs. Big Problems

2nd Grade- Social Filter

3rd Grade- Responsibility & Problem Solving

4th Grade- Conflict Resolution

5th Grade- Choosing Gratitude

As we enter this season of gratitude, Turner PTO is thankful for the teachers, staff, students, and families who make our school community so special!

In October, we had the pleasure of treating our hardworking teachers and staff to a special appreciation breakfast. It was a small way to celebrate the people who help our students shine every day.

October was also National Principals Month, and our PTO was proud to recognize our wonderful principal, Mrs. Gandee, for her leadership, dedication, and commitment to our students, staff, and families! Thank you for all you do for our Turner Family!

You can support our PTO in several ways this month!

1. Show your Tiger pride with Turner Spirit Wear! Use the link below to order: (https://eva-turner-elementary-spirit-wear-2026.itemorder.com/shop/product/62377576)
2. Participate in the Tiger Express Pass fundraiser
3. Check your email for information about our Double Good Popcorn Fundraiser, November 6–13, 2026, as we work toward our goal of bringing a Tiger mascot to Eva Turner

Please join us for our next PTO meeting on November 12, 2026, from 5:30-6:30 pm. Your ideas and involvement help us build a stronger, more connected school community.

YOUR VOICE MATTERS!

Have an idea, question, or suggestion? Email eturnerpto@gmail.com or scan the QR code to complete our Parent Voice Survey.

With gratitude,
Eva Turner Elementary PTO President, Ciana McMillian

🎉 Congratulations to Kindergarten and 4th Grade! They earned 30 minutes of extra recess for having the highest attendance rates in October. Way to show up and show that Tiger Pride! 🐯💙

Every day counts! Our schoolwide attendance dropped from 93.6% in September to 91.8% in October. Let’s work together to get that number back up and keep our Tigers in school, learning, and growing every day!

Click your grade level to access this month's newsletters!

PreK

Kindergarten

1st Grade

2nd Grade

3rd Grade

4th Grade

5th Grade

Past newsletters can be found on the Eva Turner website.

Do you have a child birth to age 4 who is not yet enrolled in school? We would love to connect with you!

The Judy Center Early Learning Hub at Eva Turner Elementary School offers daytime and evening playgroups, behavioral support and family support services to help our youngest learners grow, learn, and prepare for school.

We are also a Diaper Hub! If you need diapers and baby wipes, please reach out to us. In addition, we can help connect families with valuable community resources and services.

The Judy Center is here for you!

Contact us to learn more about our programs and how we can support your family! 301-934-7498 or 301-934-7496.

Jackie Alcantara-Gore

MSDE has developed Family Guides for Student Success for students in Pre-K through 8th grade. These resources outline key literacy and math skills students should learn at each grade level and provide practical activities and strategies families can use to support learning at home. The guides are designed to strengthen the partnership between families and schools by helping parents better understand grade-level expectations and ways to reinforce classroom learning.

CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE FAMILY GUIDES. Scroll down on the page to select the grade level of your choice.

CCPS will no longer be using Talking Points or School Messanger. Click HERE for more information about Rooms and Apptegy.

Click here to access our Facebook page. Don't forget to hit that follow button to stay up-to-date on activities and celebrations!

Take a look at the grade level newsletters on our website.