The Eastern Star Family Newsletter

And just like that, it's winter break!

The days are long at times, but the weeks and months are short. Every single Eastern Star, student and staff, have been working so hard and it shows in the growth that we've made as learners and humans. I can't wait to see what 2026 is going to bring!

EnJOY your break and be sure to schedule time for what makes you happy and brings you joy!

We'll see you January 5!

#shinebrighttogether

• December 22-January 2: Winter Break
• January 13, 6:00-7:00: PTO Meeting
• January 19: Early Dismissal; Eastern Releases at 1:57
• January 20, 5:45-7:45: Eastern Spelling Bee
• January 21, 3:20-3:45: Student Run Credit Union Deposit Day
• January 23: Early Dismissal; Eastern Releases at 1:57
• January 30: Popcorn Friday
• February 3, 5:30-6:30: Eastern Kindergarten Information Meeting
• TCAPS 25-26 Calendar

Please fill out this form if you are interested in having your child attend Eastern for Junior Kindergarten or Kindergarten. Remember that students must turn 5 by December 1, 2026, in order to qualify for either program.

Eastern is holding its Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten Information Night on Tuesday, February 3, from 5:30-6:30.

Specials Monthly Newsletter

Even though Mother Nature had other plans, HERE is the link to the Eastern Sing-Along -- just in case your family needs a little extra cheer this season!

Thank you to everyone who signed up to be an Eastern volunteer through DOGS/MOMS. We are changing the way we coordinate volunteers through this program. Each Friday we will include sign ups for classrooms/school areas that need extra support.

We will also reach out to those who have signed up with DOGS/MOMS. If you would like to be on that list, please fill out THIS FORM.

Volunteer Areas:

Ms. Ross: Kindergarten

Mrs. LaBarre: 2nd Grade

Mrs. Kearney: 5th Grade

January Recess Volunteers

Eastern Lunchroom Volunteers

First Grade Families!

We are excited to announce that we will be hosting a First Grade Talent Show this winter! The event will take place in the Eastern Gym on Thursday, February 26th at 3:00 pm. Any first grader who wants to be a star and showcase their talent is welcome and encouraged to participate.

Important Details:

• Sign-up will be posted outside the office starting Monday, January 26th.

• Each child must be signed up and have the attached permission form filled out (look for that in an email after break)

• Practices will be held at lunch in the lobby on Tuesdays, starting February 3rd

• Each act can be one minute or less (depending on the number of participants).

• All acts, including music and clothing, must be school-appropriate and approved by the school.

This is an optional event and participation is not required. We kindly ask that all participants come to the first practice prepared with their act and ready to shine. There will be only four short practices with volunteers at lunch, so we encourage all participants to practice their acts at home and during recess.

If you are interested in volunteering to help with the practices and/or show, please reach out to Kelly Bulloch, bullochkelly@gmail.com

The Talent Show is a cherished Eastern Elementary tradition, and we truly appreciate your support in making it a success!

Thank you,

Talent Show Committee

I'm guessing the snow is here stay so it is a good reminder to solicit your help in backing up our STAR expectations for playground play at home. Snow is expected to stay on the ground. We do encourage kids to roll snow, make snow structures, and the like, however, tossing snow is strongly discouraged.

I also want to encourage conversation with kiddos about physical play. With winter comes the extra padding of thick jackets, snowpants, and the cushion of snow on the ground. We see an uptick in physical play and it is not in line with our expectations.

We appreciate any conversation that can support our conversations here at school.

MONDAY

plain donut

yogurt

TUESDAY

cereal

cheese stick

WEDNESDAY

mini pancakes

yogurt

THURSDAY

cereal

cheese stick

FRIDAY

assorted sweet bread

cheese stick

LUNCH

MONDAY

1st choice: Louie's hotdogs with fries

2nd choice: Alfredo pasta with breadstick

3rd choice: sunbutter and jelly, cheese stick and crackers

TUESDAY

1st choice: pizza quesadilla

2nd choice: Turkey & cheese sub

3rd choice: Sunbutter & jelly with cheese stick and crackers

WEDNESDAY

1st choice: Pasta with marinara and meatballs and breadstick

2nd choice: sunbutter and jelly with crackers and yogurt

No third choice

THURSDAY

1st choice:Egg, sausage & cheese on english muffin

2nd choice: Baked chicken patty sandwich

3rd choice: sunbutter & jelly with crackers and yogurt

FRIDAY

1st choice Cheese pizza

2nd choice: pepperoni pizza

3rd choice: sunbutter & jelly with cheese stick & crackers

NOTE: Caesar salad will be served on Fridays

Elementary Handbook

LEAP Website

School Menus

TCAPS Volunteer Form

TCAPS Volunteer Standards of Conduct

WATCH D.O.G.S. Sign Up

WATCH D.O.G.S. Calendar (see where D.O.G.S. have already signed up)