Heights Happenings

Dear Families,

As we head into the final weeks of the 2025-26 school year, Mrs. Adams and I, along with our staff, would like to say thank you for all the support you give your students everyday. They have all grown so much in the past year and as we wrap up this year, we're already making plans for and getting excited about next school year.

Once we return from Spring Break, the days will fly by but your students will still be learning everything they need to know to prepare them for next year. Attendance everyday is incredibly important and we have had a lot of fun with our monthly attendance incentives, getting kids excited about coming to school!

3rd and 4th graders will have one more round of state testing the week of April 20th so please be sure that they get a good nights sleep and are ready to conquer their Math test!

Thank you for your continued partnership in making Eastern Heights Elementary a place where every child is supported and inspired.

Warmly,

Brenda Wittman

Principal

Hello Families!

It’s hard to believe that we have already made it to April! It is awing how much our students have grown this school year. From the very first days of school to now, we have seen tremendous academic progress, increased confidence, and meaningful friendships blossom across all grade levels. It is truly a joy to watch our students develop not only as learners, but as kind, resilient, and curious people.

This time of year brings a special kind of energy to our school. With warmer weather approaching and longer days ahead, students are naturally excited about what lies ahead—summer break, new opportunities, and the anticipation of moving up to the next grade level. Classrooms are buzzing with excitement.

At the same time, we recognize that this season can also bring mixed emotions. For many students, the thought of saying goodbye to a beloved teacher or familiar routines can create feelings of nervousness or uncertainty. These emotions are completely normal, and we encourage families to talk openly with their children about both their excitement and any worries they may have and how to handle these emotions at school.

Our staff is also committed to supporting students through these transitions, helping them feel confident and prepared for the next step in their journey. Over the coming weeks, we will continue to celebrate student accomplishments, reinforce strong learning habits, and create positive experiences that make the end of the school year both meaningful and memorable. We are so proud of the hard work our students have shown and grateful for the partnership we share with you in supporting their success.

Thank you for being an important part of our school community. We look forward to finishing the year strong—together.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS

April 2026

April 16 ~ PTO Meeting @ 6pm (Music room)

April 21-24 ~ 3rd and 4th Grade Math OST

April 30 ~ Eastern Heights Campus Multicultural Festival

Once students arrive on campus, all school behavior expectations are in place
School staff supervision of students begins at 8:50am
Students should arrive on campus no earlier than 8:50am

Please complete the Google form if you do not want your child to participate in the child protection/safety lessons.

Click the pink link below to fill out the form for each child.

EHES 2026 child protection unit opt-out Google form

Summer Camps for Kids

Click link HERE for more information

Connecting For Kids

Connecting for Kids March/April Programs

Second Harvest Food Bank

Upcoming Drive Thru Mobile Pantries List

Second Harvest & Partner Charities

Use the link HERE to get more information about local food pantries and meals

United Way of Greater Lorain County

Use the link HERE to learn about 211 resources

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Campus traffic rules are in place to keep all students and staff safe during arrival and dismissal times. We appreciate you honoring these rules to keep everyone safe!

Drive slowly and stay alert while on campus; refrain from cell phone use while driving on campus
Drive slowly and follow all building staff directions while driving on campus
Use crosswalks when walking your children to & from the building
Cars must not stop in a crosswalk; while cars are waiting to move, crosswalks must be free for people to cross
Cars should enter campus for drop off and pick up at the Prospect/Cornell entrance and follow the ring road around campus. Using this entrance allows the smoothest flow of traffic.
There is no parking in the pickup lane during drop off or dismissal; this helps the flow of traffic move smoothly
Cars should make only 1 lane of traffic on the campus (inside lane closest to the building); do not pull out and pass cars that are in the pick-up lane
Cars should refrain from entering the bus lane on the north side of the building; this lane is used for all ECS busses as well as all daycare and after school program vans.
Drop-off & pickup your student using the spaces between the 2 orange cones directly in front of the building

Thank you for helping us make drop-off & pickup safety the #1 priority!

Kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-27 school year is now open! The link below will take you to the Elyria School District enrollment information page.

Enroll Here

With safety as a top priority of the Eastern Heights Campus staff, we want you to be aware that you may see us outside practicing a drill as we start the school year. Please remember to drive slowly and/or stop to allow the drill to proceed safely. And, be sure to have your student dress appropriately for the weather and know that we practice these drills with all our students to keep everyone safe!