Eagle Ridge- eThursday Folder
November 13, 2025
Message From the Principal
It’s a great day to be an Eagle!
This past Tuesday evening, I had the incredible opportunity to achieve one of my bucket list items—seeing the northern lights at Daniels Park. Having visited Alaska several times without ever catching this breathtaking phenomenon, the experience felt truly enlightening and unforgettable. Nature has a wonderful way of reminding us to pause, reflect, and marvel at the beauty around us.
This week, I have spent the majority of my time observing our mathematics lessons, and I have been so impressed by the thinking of our students. I’ve noticed how thoughtfully they are justifying their answers—exploring different pathways to solve problems and clearly explaining how they know their solutions are correct. Witnessing this level of reasoning and reflection has been inspiring and highlights the upper-level thinking we continually celebrate at Eagle Ridge.
As we honor the curiosity, perseverance, and growth of our students, I am grateful for the educational opportunities our teachers create each day. I am excited to see everyone thrive and continue to reach new heights together.
Thankful 5th Graders
Thanksgiving is around the corner and our 5th graders are thankful for SO many things!
Battle of the Books
Club members study and prep for their upcoming book battle.
Student Leadership-Food Drive
WOW...we are off to a great start with collecting food for families in need.
Keep sending those items in!
Restaurant Night- Nov. 19th
We hope to see you at Panda Express next week on November 19th (anytime between 10am-9:30pm). Be sure to mention ERE for us to receive a portion of the proceeds.
Community Garden Day!
Join us THIS SATURDAY, November 15th from 10-1.
Help us prepare our garden for the winter.
ERE BOOK CLUB - Next Meeting Wednesday, December 3rd - 3:30-4:30PM in the Library
We are excited for our next Book Club meeting, a school-wide reading initiative for all grade levels. Here’s how you and your child can get involved:
How It Works
We will highlight a new children’s book for each meeting. Your child can read it on their own, with friends, or together with you.
Reading Options: You can check out a limited number of copies from the school library or access the book in various ways:
• Visit the public library
• Purchase a copy from Amazon or local booksellers.
• Download an electronic copy to a tablet or device.
• Download an audio version to listen to.
Activity & Snacks:
• Create a new craft for each book & enjoy a snack themed to the book.
Participation: Students can read all the books or just the ones that interest them. Books will span different genres and formats, including fiction, nonfiction, chapter books, picture books, and graphic novels.
Monthly Gatherings
Each month, we will host a special gathering for students who have read the book. The event will include activities, discussions, and a treat.
Reading Required: By signing up, you are committing to completely read the book by the meeting date. If your child has not read the book, it will be difficult to participate in the discussion.
RSVP
To attend the meeting, parents or guardians must complete the Google Form. Scan the QR code to the right to access the form or click the link in the Thursday Folder. Students not listed on the form will not be allowed to attend. RSVP HERE - GOOGLE FORM
We look forward to great reading adventures!
Mrs. Sweitzer, Library Specialist
From the Counselor's Corner
🌻 November Counseling Newsletter
Happy Fall from the Eagle Ridge Counseling Department!
Can you believe we’ve made it to November? As we enter a season of gratitude and togetherness, November is a wonderful time to focus on family connection, communication, and emotional wellness. Below are some helpful parenting tips and resources to support your child’s learning and social-emotional growth this month!
🍂 Parenting Tips for a Smooth November
1. Prioritize Family Connection Opportunities: Connection doesn’t have to be extravagant or complicated- you just have to be together! Consider Integrating: Going on a fall walk, sharing a meal together (screens free), or having a family game night or puzzle night
2. Keep Routines Consistent: With holidays approaching, schedules can get busy. Consistent bedtimes, screen limits, and homework expectations help students feel secure and focused.
3. Have a family gratitude practice: Encourage your child to notice the good around them. Try: Three Good Things” before bed, A family gratitude jar, Thank-you notes to teachers, friends & helpers
Looking for educational resources to support your parenting journey?
Here are 3 research-based parenting books:
The Whole-Brain Child by Dan Siegel & Tina Payne Bryson
This book explains how children’s brains develop and why big emotions can be overwhelming for them. It offers simple strategies parents can use to help kids stay calm, learn from challenges, and build healthy emotional connections.Parenting from the Inside Out by Dan Siegel & Mary Hartzell
This book helps parents gain self-awareness by reflecting on their own childhood experiences to better understand how those shape their parenting today.Raising Kids with Big Baffling Behaviors by Robyn Gobbel
Designed for families navigating challenging behavior, this book provides trauma-informed tools to understand what children’s actions may be communicating.
As we move through this season of gratitude, we are thankful for our incredible families and the opportunity to partner together to support your students. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you are in need of resources, guidance, or support. 💛
Warmly
Linda Lieber and Laura Miller
Got extra Halloween treats? Donate your unopened, individually wrapped candy to help sweeten up the Eagle Ridge Staff Lounge!
Please bring all candy donations to the front office. Thank you!
Sweetwater Park
Pop-Up Event- Wednesday, Nov. 15
Cresthill Middle School- BINGO
Bring your family and friends to Cresthill on Thursday, November 20 from 6-7:30pm
Baseball- Hitting Camp
December 29 and 30
11:00-1:00
$50
