Everglades Elementary School
Weekly Family Newsletter-February 24, 2025

Dear Everglades Panther Families,
We have some exciting updates for you!
💗This Wednesday, Feb. 26th is International Pink Shirt Day! Today we wear pink to spread kindness and inclusivity by raising awareness to the impacts of bullying.
📘Yearbook Deadline Extended!
Great news! We've extended the deadline for yearbook and dedication page purchases to March 7th. Don't miss out on capturing your child's memories from this school year.
Don't delay, purchase your child's yearbook here! https://shop.yearbookmarket.com/evergladeselementarypalmbeach
🔭Boys Night Out - Get Your Tickets Now!
We're thrilled to announce our upcoming Boys Night Out, sponsored by our amazing PTO! This is going to be an unforgettable evening of fun and excitement for our boys.Tickets are selling fast, so be sure to secure your spot now! See below for all the details!
🐾Canes for Spirit Night - A Roaring Success!
We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who came out to Canes for Spirit Night last Thursday! It was a fantastic evening filled with Panther pride. Poppy the Panther told us he had an absolutely wonderful time spending the evening with all his Panther friends. Your support truly makes a difference!
📆Friendly Reminder: No School on Monday, February 24th
We appreciate your continued support!
Sincerely,
Ms. Christy Aliaga & Ms. Jenna Pomeroy
Everglades PTO
The Everglades PTO Presents:
🎉2025 Boys Night Out Glow Party at the Museum! 🎉
Boys, this is your night! Get ready for a glow-filled adventure at the Cox Science Museum.
Your ticket includes:
✨All-Access to the Cox Science Museum
🎧Glow Party with a DJ
⛳Mini Golf
📸360° Photo Booth
🎫Raffle
Event Details:
📆Date & Time: Friday, March 7th | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
📍Location: Cox Science Center | 4801 Dreher Trail North, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
🌟Get ready for a night of fun you won’t forget!
🎫Purchase Tickets here:
Boys Night Out Tickets
🎒Panther Essentials
Be ready for the school year with Panther Essentials!
🛒Visit the PTO Shop to purchase:
- PTO Memberships
- Lanyards for Dress Down Days
- Prepaid Popcorn
- Tickets for PTO Events
Spirit Shirts are still available at the Spirit Shirt Store.
📱For inquiries, contact KPA at 561-209-9822 or email info@kpapromotions.com.
Get Involved: Join Our Volunteer Directory!
🌞Want to make a difference this year?
Sign up for our 2024-2025 Volunteer Directory here.
Volunteer Requirements:
All volunteers must complete a RAPTOR Application, bring a valid driver’s license, and check in at the front office. A one-time, mandatory volunteer training is required before volunteering at Everglades.
Thank you for your continued support!
💙The Everglades PTO Team
Everglades Yearbook:DEADLINE EXTENDED until 3/7/25
Order your Everglades 2024-2025 Yearbook now! Yearbook orders will be accepted online through Fox-Mar on the link below. We will not be accepting cash or checks for yearbook purchases. Dedication pages are available for additional purchase through the link below.
Calling all incoming Kindergarten families
Help us spread the word! We are excited to invite all incoming KG Panthers to our Kindergarten Kickoff event, April 8th. We have provided two different times to join us in learning about Everglades that will prepare our littlest panthers for Kindergarten. See below for more details!
Thank a Teacher🍎
Thank a Teacher is BACK for the 2024-2025 School Year and Bigger Than Before!
The highly-anticipated appreciation campaign returns this month. Each week, one lucky teacher will be surprised in their classroom with a $350 check, thanks to HCA Healthcare Florida!
Have you ever wanted to thank a special teacher for the impact they've made on a student's life? Help us celebrate our outstanding Palm Beach County teachers by sending a message of thanks and we'll surprise one teacher every week with the #ThankATeacherPBC prize. Your favorite teacher could be next!
Click here to nominate a teacher.
Breakfast/Lunch Menu
Breakfast-February
Lunch-February
Our Business Partners
Important Documents
Legal Definition of Social Media
FY25 Student and Family Handbook
FortifyFL was created and funded by the 2018 Florida Legislature as part of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act. The application was named by students from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School. The Office of Attorney General, Department of Education and Florida Department of Law Enforcement coordinated its development and roll-out.
launchgetfortifyfl.com
Florida Abuse Hotline
School Contact Information
In order to ensure a successful school year, it is important to maintain an open line of communication. Please reach out with questions or concerns to the following Everglades Staff.
Main Line 561-792-9500
Principal - Christy Aliaga - Christy.Aliaga@palmbeachschools.org
Assistant Principal- Jenna Pomeroy - Jenna.Pomeroy@palmbeachschools.org
Principal's Administrative Assistant- Krystal Jones- Krystal.Jones@palmbeachschools.org
School Counselor - Farrah Comeau - Farrah.Comeau@palmbeachschools.org
Registrar- Elizabeth Pilch- Elizabeth.Pilch@palmbeachschools.org
Receptionist/Attendance - Osmara Cervantes- Osmara.cervantes@palmbeachschools.org
504/SBT Coordinator - Farrah Comeau - Farrah.Comeau@palmbeachschools.org
ESE Coordinator- Rachel Aquilino- Rachel.mckenzieaquilino@palmbeachschools.org
ESOL Contact- Neira Bloat - Neira.Bloat@palmbeachschools.org
Aftercare Director - Ariela Blano - Ariela.Blanco@palmbeachschools.org
Assistant Aftercare Director- Ysteb Mattei-Yarnold- Ysteb.Mattei-Yarnold@palmbeachschools.org
School Nurse- Adina Forman - Aforman@hcdpbc.org (561-792-9520)