Evergreen Express Family Newsletter
9-15-23
A Message from Mrs. Franciosa...
At Evergreen we emphasize the importance of our PBIS expectations of Ready, Respectful, and Responsible behaviors in all environments throughout the school. This year through our Golden Spatula program we are reinforcing these positive choices in the cafeteria. Our students were very excited to learn of our very first Golden Spatula Winners ever at Evergreen at 2:50 today when Mrs. Stankus' 4th grade class made the announcement.
- 1st Grade: Mrs. Barnes' Class
- 2nd Grade: Mrs. Moccia's Class
- 3rd Grade: Mr. McGill's Class
- 4th Grade: Table 2
- 5th Grade: Table 8
I can't wait to hear the announcement next Friday for our next round of Golden Spatula recipients.
Please note that the date of the Popsicle Social has changed to Friday, September 22nd from 5pm-6:30pm on Evergreen's back playground.
This newsletter has important information about:
- Important Upcoming Dates
- RSVP for the Popsicle Social
- Meet the Teacher Night Information
- Permission to Share Your Email with Your Homeroom Parent(s)
- Tail Waggin Tutors
- PV Power Packs
- Safety Information
- School Visitor Information--ID Required
- How to apply for PV Substitute Food Service Assistant position
"I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship."--Louisa May Alcott
Have a terrific weekend!
Sharon Franciosa
Principal, Evergreen Elementary School
Translation of This Newsletter
Please note that this newsletter may be translated into any language by choosing the language you need in the box to the right.
Зверніть увагу, що цей інформаційний бюлетень можна перекласти на будь-яку мову, вибравши потрібну мову в полі праворуч.
Qǐng zhùyì, tōngguò zài yòu cè kuāng zhòng xuǎnzé nín xūyào de yǔyán, kěyǐ jiāng běn xīnwén tōngxùn fānyì chéng rènhé yǔyán.
Xin lưu ý rằng bản tin này có thể được dịch sang bất kỳ ngôn ngữ nào bằng cách chọn ngôn ngữ bạn cần ở ô bên phải.
Week of September 18, 2023
- Monday, 9/18: B Day
- Tuesday, 9/19: C Day
- Wednesday, 9/20: D Day
- Thursday, 9/21: E Day (Meet the Teacher Night)
- Friday, 9/22: F Day (Popsicle Social)
In honor of Yom Kippur, schools will be closed on Monday, September 25th.
Important Upcoming Dates
- September 21st: Grades 1-5 Meet the Teacher Night (info below)
- September 22nd: Evergreen Popsicle Social sponsored by Home & School at 5pm
- September 25th: Holiday--Schools Closed (Yom Kippur)
- October 5th: Evergreen Picture Day
Volunteer Clearances
If you do not have your clearances completed or they need to be updated, please click on the button below.
If you have any questions, please contact our Volunteer Clearances Coordinator, Mrs. Tarquinio at ktarquinio@pvsd.org or at 610-409-9751.
RSVP for the Popsicle Social
Evergreen Elementary Home & School is hosting their annual back-to-school Popsicle Social and we would love to see you there! This is a free event.
Please join us on Friday, September 22nd from 5:00-6:30 on the playground. This is always a fun event for the students to get to see all their new friends outside of the school day!
All children must be accompanied by an adult. Students may not be dropped-off without adult supervision.
Please fill out the google form below to RSVP: https://forms.gle/fC1P6doSGaHjYs5S7
September 21st: Grades 1-5 Meet the Teacher Night
Evergreen Elementary is pleased to invite you to Meet the Teacher Night. The program is scheduled for grade levels 1st through 5th on Thursday, September 21, 2023 (*Kindergarten parents met with Kindergarten teachers on August 21st).
All 1st through 5th grade teachers will offer THREE (3) in person/onsite sessions at Evergreen. Fifth grade teachers will offer sessions with both math and homeroom teachers. We also invite families to visit our special area teachers and service providers. For the Meet the Teacher Night Schedule, please see below.
Please note that this event is intended for parents/guardians only. Please note that the purpose of this evening is to help parents gain a stronger understanding of grade level curriculum and the classroom community. Meet the Teacher Night is not a venue for conferences regarding your child’s progress. Parent/teacher conferences will be held in November. Conference sign ups will occur at a later date.
Session #1: 7:00pm-7:25pm
- 1st-4th: Homeroom
- 5th: Math
Session #2: 7:30pm-7:55pm
- 1st-5th: Homeroom
- 1st-5th: Homeroom
We look forward to seeing you on the evening of September 21st!
Permission to Share Your Email with Your Homeroom Parent(s)
Email addresses will NOT be shared with anyone but the homeroom parent(s) of your class and the Evergreen Home and School officers.
If you are willing to provide permission for your email address to be shared as described above, please complete THIS GOOGLE FORM as soon as possible. Please complete a separate form for each child.
Tail Waggin' Tutors
The Evergreen Library is excited to announce that we will be again offering a special opportunity for students to participate in... "Tail Waggin' Tutors" certified through Therapy Dog International (TDI). This program is designed to help students reduce stress and celebrate reading while improving reading skills by interacting with trained registered therapy dogs while at school.
Handlers and their dogs will work with small groups of students whose parents or legal guardians have given their written authorization for their participation in the program, during school hours for approximately 15 minutes. There is no charge for this program. The therapy dogs and their handlers are fully insured and have undergone extensive training to participate in animal-assisted therapy through Therapy Dog International.
Your permission will allow your child to have the opportunity to read with the dogs. Students who have parental permission will be notified ahead of time of when they will be participating. Please be mindful of your child's pet allergies and/or fears when giving permission. Depending on the number of those who sign up we are hoping to get everyone at least one visit this year, hopefully more.
Click below to complete the signed digital Parental Permission Slip. Please do a permission slip for each child if more than one at Evergreen is interested. A completed form is required to participate in this program. Participation is optional.
Click Here - Therapy Dog Permission Slip
Mrs. Lane
Mrs. Komara
Tail Waggin' Tutor Guests: 2022-23
This Week at Evergreen
Grades 1 & 2 Golden Spatula Winners
Safety Information
It is important that students learn how to be safe. During the first weeks of school classrooms will discuss and review our various safety protocols. Then, during the weeks of September 18th and September 25th we will hold our "Safety Weeks" where we will practice the different Standard Response Protocols including the Hold, Secure, Shelter, Lockdown, and Evacuate safety drills. Student friendly and age-appropriate language is used.
For more information about our emergency preparedness, please visit https://iloveuguys.org/The-Standard-Response-Protocol.html
School Visitor Information--ID Required
Substitute Food Service Assistants Needed
The Perkiomen Valley School District is seeking qualified, flexible applicants to work in our schools as Substitute Food Service Assistants. Assignments are generally 4.5-6 hours per day. Previous food service experience is welcomed but not required. The starting hourly rate is $14.00, without benefits.
Please click here to apply.
Dismissal Change
Please do not only email your child's teacher as teachers often are unable to check their emails until dismissal has concluded.
Evergreen Attendance Line
Call: 610-409-9751 and press #1
Email: EVAttendance@pvsd.org
*Please note the updated information for electronic devices/personal equipment, as this refers to cell phone and smartwatch usage.
Having tech issues?
- Chromebook malfunctions/damages: Email the helpdesk@pvsd.org
- Forgotten student passwords: Go to https://accounts.pvsd.org
- FAQs about Chromebooks can be found on our website
follow evergreen on social media
Facebook: Evergreen Elementary School