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The Panther Press

September 3, 2024

The Panther Press September 3, 2024
The Panther PressSeptember 3, 2024

In This Issue of the Panther Press In This Issue of the Panther Press

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  • Happy First Day of School! We can't wait to see all the wonderful things 24-25 has in store for our EVCS community!
  • Looking for a bit of guidance? Make sure to review our Parent Handbook!
    • Download a copy of the Days Park Parent Handbook
    • Download a copy of the Hertel Parent Handbook
  • Mark your calendars: Meet the Teacher Night is next Thursday, September 12, 5:30 to 7 PM.
  • Be sure to review our Code of Conduct and return the signed Acknowledgement Form to your campus Main Office.
  • Next Friday, September 13, is a Superintendent's Conference Day and there is no school.
  • Not receiving texts from EVCS? Make sure to text the letter "Y" to "67587".

Translate the Panther Press:

Haga clic aquí si necesita este boletín en español

বাংলায় এই নিউজলেটারের প্রয়োজন হলে এখানে ক্লিক করুন

انقر هنا إذا كنت بحاجة إلى هذه النشرة الإخبارية باللغة العربية

Ger hewcedariya we bi vê bultena bi kurdî hebe, li vir bikirtînin

እዛ ዜና ብትግርኛ እንተድኣ ኣድልዩኩም ኣብዚ ጠውቑ

EVCS Calendar EVCS Calendar

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Upcoming Events

September 3 - First Day of School

September 11 - Days Park CA Meeting

September 12 - Meet the Teacher Night - 5:30 PM to 7 PM

September 13 - Sup't Conf Day - No Classes/Professional Development

September 19 - Hertel CA BBQ Sale

September 24 - Hertel CA Meeting

September 26 - High School Information Night (7th & 8th Grade)

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EVCS School Calendar 24-25

Download Calendar

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Lunch Menu

BPS School Lunches

Parent Handbooks Parent Handbooks

Our Parent Handbooks are additional guides to help you understand the culture, organization, and logistics of EVCS.

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Days Park Parent Handbook

Download Days Park Parent Handbook

Download Days Park Parent Handbook
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Hertel Parent Handbook

Download Hertel Parent Handbook

Download Hertel Handbook

Code of Conduct Code of Conduct

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Return Signed Acknowledgement Form to Main Office by September 12

Download Code of Conduct


An extra copy of the Acknowledgement Form was sent home with your child in their new green take home folder for your convenience to sign.

Download Code of Conduct

HIGH PRIORITY: SCHOOL DISMISSAL MANAGER (SDM) HIGH PRIORITY: SCHOOL DISMISSAL MANAGER (SDM)

⚠️SDM is Live!⚠️

School Dismissal Manager (SDM) is an important tool for all EVCS families, as it is how you inform the school about dismissal plans, absences, late arrivals, and more.


In order to ensure a smooth start to the school year, it is imperative that dismissal plans are entered into School Dismissal Manager.


Download the app onto your phone:

  • School Dismissal Manager for Apple
  • School Dismissal Manger for Android


Visit www.schooldismissalmanager.com for more information.


Questions about SDM?


Please contact Estefany Hall (Days Park) at ehall@elmwoodvillageschool.org or NaShomi Shaffer (Hertel) at nshaffer@elmwoodvillageschool.org.

Download SDM Flyer

Meet the Teacher Night Meet the Teacher Night

Meet the Teacher Night Takes Place September 12, 5:30 to 7 pm

Learn all about your child's classroom and curriculum during Meet the Teacher Night!


Two sessions are available to accommodate your schedule:


  • 5:30 to 6:15 PM
  • 6:15 to 7 PM

Opt-In to Receive Texts from EVCS Opt-In to Receive Texts from EVCS

EVCS Moved from SwiftReach to SchoolMessenger

PLEASE NOTE: EVCS has moved to a new mass messaging system.


This means that the text notifications and emails you receive from the school will look different than the ones you are used to seeing.


Action is required to make sure you still receive text updates from the school. Text the letter "Y" to the number "67587" to make sure you will continue to receive text alerts from EVCS.


For additional information, please review our SchoolMessenger flyer.


We appreciate your understanding and patience during this transition. If you have already opted-in to receive texts, you do not need to do so again.

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Download SchoolMessenger Text Flyer

Transportation Updates Transportation Updates

BPS Transportation Hotline

(716) 816-4895

Transportation Application

Complete the transportation application only if your student will be taking the bus for the first time OR if there is a change in their transportation route.


If there is a change in their transportation route, please make sure to complete a Change of Address Form and provide a new proof of residency.

Questions About Afterschool Registration? Questions About Afterschool Registration?

Reach out to the contacts below:

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Site Coordinator of Building Better Futures (Hertel Campus ONLY)

Shea Akers

SAkers@bestselfwny.org

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CEO Boys & Girls Club of Buffalo (Hertel and Days Park Campuses)

Shari McDonough

smcdonough@bgcbuffalo.org

Nurses' Notes Nurses' Notes

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Reminders from the Health Office

Make sure your student has an updated physical and immunizations!


List of health paperwork:

  • Consent to Share Medical Information Form (Newly Enrolled Students Only)
  • Health Exam Form
  • Dental Health Form
  • Vaccination Records (request a print out from your child’s doctor)


Days Park Nurse Email: nursedp@elmwoodvillageschool.org

Days Park Confidential Fax Line: (716) 884-0010


Hertel Nurse Contact: sbudzinski@elmwoodvillageschool.org

Hertel Confidential Fax Link: (716) 464-3560

Get Involved with the Community Association Get Involved with the Community Association

The EVCS Community Associations sponsor events and fundraisers to support school activities that enrich the experiences of our community and that align with the Mission of the Elmwood Village Charter Schools.


Interested in getting involved? Email your campus CA to get started!

Days Park CA Email Address: daysparkca@elmwoodvillageschool.org

Hertel CA Email Address: hertelca@elmwoodvillageschool.org


Next Days Park CA Meeting: September 11 at 7PM. Meeting link coming soon!

Next Hertel CA Meeting: September 25 at 7 PM. Meeting link coming soon!

Community Association Events Community Association Events

Purchase or Donate Meals

Hertel CA Hosts Chiavetta's Sale for September 19

Purchase a delicious BBQ dinner, benefitting EVCS Hertel! You can preorder or donate meals here: bit.ly/HertelBBQ


If you have wanted to get involved with EVCS Hertel and volunteer with the school, the Chiavetta's Chicken BBQ is a great opportunity to do so! Sign up for volunteer spots on SignUpGenius,

Volunteer at the BBQ Sale

Share feedback on EVCS’ use of federal funding Share feedback on EVCS’ use of federal funding

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Rescue Plan of 2021 (ARP) was signed, making billions of dollars available to schools. Each of our campuses received close to one million dollars to use over four years. If you are interested in reviewing how EVCS used this federal funding and/or sharing feedback on these plans, click here.

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EVCS Mission Statement

“The Elmwood Village Charter Schools will provide a stimulating and engaging learning environment that recognizes student capability, fosters their connectedness to their immediate and broader communities, and offers them ways to contribute to school life. EVCS believes that all students can and will learn at high levels when provided with the right learning conditions.”


We put students first. We act with urgency. We seek to be better. We work as a team.

Find Us On Social Media Find Us On Social Media

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