Eagle Crest Family Newsletter
September 18th, 2025
PRINCIPAL'S UPDATE
Hello Eagle Crest Families,
One of my favorite parts of the day is welcoming our students each morning as they arrive at school. Their smiles and energy set such a positive tone for the day ahead!
To help keep arrival safe and running smoothly, here are a few reminders about our “Hug and Go” lane:
Please pull all the way forward in the lane.
Drivers should stay in the car—our staff are happy to assist students as they get out.
Students should exit on the right side, closest to the sidewalk.
Once your child is safely out, please continue forward so the next family can pull up.
If you’d like to walk your child up to the classroom door, please park in a designated space in the lot (if available) or along Clover Basin/the neighborhood and walk in together. A quick reminder: the left lane is not for drop-off, and the “Hug and Go” lane is for drop-off only—not parking.
📣 Morning Bell Reminder: We have two morning bells. The first rings at 8:35 a.m. and signals that classroom doors are open. Students should enter through their classroom doors/regular arrival doors between 8:35 and 8:40. At 8:40 a.m the late bell rings and students will be welcomed through the main entrance, where they will be marked tardy. Our staff are on duty throughout arrival to make sure everyone gets safely inside.
Thank you for helping us keep arrival safe, smooth, and stress-free for everyone!
Warmly,
Amanda
PS - A quick reminder; student fees are due! 🌟 Please see the section below for the easy ways to take care of the yearly $10 per student materials fee.
Warmly,
Amanda
Amanda Holden
Principal
Eagle Crest Elementary
DEAN OF STUDENT'S UPDATE
Hello Eagle Crest Families!
It's time for our Fall Family/Teacher Conferences, which will be held on September 30th, October 6th, and 8th for all students from preschool through fifth grade. These conferences are a great opportunity to review assessment data, discuss student progress, and collaborate with teachers to support your child's success. Our teachers are eager to connect, share updates, and provide a glimpse into the rest of the school year!
This afternoon, all primary contacts for kindergarten through fifth grade families will receive an email through our “Meet the Teacher” system (email: noreply@meettheteacher.com), allowing you to easily select a time that works best for your schedule. Be sure to check your inbox (or SPAM folder, just in case) for this email. We'll send reminders daily until everyone is signed up. If you need help, our office staff is available to assist you in reserving a time. Spanish interpretation will be available, and if your family requires interpretation in another language, please contact the front office for support. *Preschool families will sign up directly with their teacher.
We look forward to seeing you at the conferences and working together to support your child’s growth and success this school year!
All the best,
Lindsey Cheney
Dean of Students
Eagle Crest Elementary
UPCOMING IMPORTANT DATES
September 19th, Scheduling for Family Teacher Conferences Begins
September 25th - PTO Family Night at Qdoba
September 30th, October 6th & 8th - Family Teacher Conferences
October 1st - Picture Day
October 3rd - Coffee with the Principal 8:45am
October 3rd - Laps 4 Leadership Kick-off
October 10th-13th - Fall Break, NO SCHOOL
STUDENT FEES - NOW AVAILABLE TO PAY ONLINE WITH CREDIT CARD!
The school materials fee is $10 per child which supports student learning in the classroom. You can pay by cash or check with Ms. Sharah Ludlow in the main office before or after school, or anytime during the day. She will provide a receipt and remove the fee from your Infinite Campus account. You may also send the payment with your student in a clearly labeled envelope.
If paying by cash or check is inconvenient, no worries! Fees have now been posted online in Infinite Campus, where you can easily pay with a credit card. Please watch the tutorial video below for step-by-step instructions.
Online Payment for School Fees and iPad Insurance - Tutorial Video
Login to the Infinite Campus Parent Portal: https://ic.svvsd.org/campus/portal/parents/stvrain.jsp
PTO UPDATE
Last Chance to Support the Staff Appreciation Fund!
Thank you so much to the 50 families who have donated in support of the Staff Appreciation Fund! Tomorrow is the final day to donate, and we’re currently at just 62% of our $4,000 goal. If we can close the gap, the PTO will be able to provide dinner and snacks for teachers during long conference days, coffee for early mornings, Teacher Appreciation Week treats, and other much-loved support throughout the year.
If we don’t meet our goal now, we’ll need to ask for additional donations later to cover these events. A suggested $10 per student gets us there, but any amount helps. Let’s finish strong and show our teachers how much they matter. Please donate today!
Thank You!
Linda Cardwell,
PTO President
Upcoming Dates:
September 25th: Qdoba Restaurant Night
October 3rd: Coffee w/the Principal AND Laps 4 Leadership Kick Off!
Conferences are right around the corner, and we’re currently only at 22% of our goal. Let’s come together to make sure our teachers are celebrated, fed, and cared for. Please donate today!
Here are some important reminders:
In-school volunteer opportunities. A great way to get a peek into your child’s day
Welcome Back Picnic September 12th
September 25th 4-8 PM QDOBA restaurant night- in-person or online; 25% goes to EC PTO!
Crackpots Back to School Fundraiser, go in anytime during the month of September, mention Eagle Crest at checkout and we get 10%!
GIFTED AND TALENTED REFERRALS
Each year, schools in St. Vrain Valley School District complete a process to identify students who demonstrate exceptional ability or performance in one or more academic and/or talent areas and may, therefore, qualify for Gifted/Talented educational services. These students usually perform at least two years above grade level in their strength area(s), and they require additional academic challenges in order to support their continued educational growth and progress. In addition, they usually demonstrate characteristics of unique creativity and high motivation in their strength areas.
Referrals are open through the month of September and will close on the last day of the month. Completing a referral guarantees a review of the student profile to determine if testing is recommended for the student. The process for identification requires a body of evidence and often takes place throughout the school year.
Gifted & Talented Referral Form
*The process takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete.
SVVSD BAND NIGHT
St. Vrain Valley Schools invites families to attend Band Night on Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Everly-Montgomery Field in Longmont. The evening will feature performances from high school bands across the district, concluding with a drone show presented by the St. Vrain Student Performance Drone Team. This event is a great opportunity to bring students and the community together in support of local feeder high schools.
Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for students, and free for children age six and under. Eighth grade students will be admitted free with a valid student ID.
FREE AND REDUCED FEES
While lunch charges no longer apply, we kindly urge all families to complete the Free & Reduced Fees Application. This not only benefits your family with reduced fees for things like iPad Insurance, but also supports our school in terms of funding and staffing. Remember to renew this application annually for access to various benefits.
Apply for free & reduced fees today to take advantage of these opportunities!
If you require assistance or prefer a paper application, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
SPECIALS COLOR DAY ROTATION
Eagle Crest's specials follow a three-day rotation: RED, YELLOW, PURPLE. Every month, a new calendar is provided, outlining the rotation. This helps your family plan and ensure the right shoes are ready for PE activities.
*Your classroom teachers will let you know which color your child has Art/Music/PE.
FAMILY SUPPORT AVAILABLE
Parents and guardians who would like information to assist you with particular parenting conversations or additional support for your child, please contact our school counselor, Angie Kerbel. kerbel_angela@svvsd.org
ABOUT US
Email: holden_amanda@svvsd.org
Website: eces.svvsd.org
Location: 4444 Clover Basin Drive, Longmont, CO, USA
Phone: 303-485-6073
Facebook: facebook.com/EagleCrestES
Twitter: @EagleCrestES
Instagram: @eaglecrestes
QUESTIONS?
Need support in Spanish?
Contact Natalie Boggess at: boggess_natalie@svvsd.org , 303-702-7872