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Evergreen Express Family Newsletter

1-19-24

Evergreen ExpressFamily Newsletter1-19-24

A Message from Mrs. Franciosa A Message from Mrs. Franciosa

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Dear Evergreen Families,

The weather has certainly made this an interesting week for all of us! I hope this finds everyone safe, warm, and enjoying building a snowman or having some hot chocolate.


A few important items to keep in mind:


  • Monday, January 22nd will now be an "F Day" due to the snow day on Friday, January 19th.
  • Online Kindergarten Registration 24-25 is now open. For planning purposes, we kindly request families to register their child by Friday, February 23rd. Please share this information with your neighbors, relatives, and friends.
  • We will have an early dismissal on Wednesday, February 7th. Please scroll down to view the details.



A quick snapshot of what you can find in this newsletter is listed below.


"A snowflake is winter's butterfly."--unknown


Have a wonderful weekend!

Kind regards,

Sharon Franciosa

Principal, Evergreen Elementary School

Quick Snapshot of the Newsletter Quick Snapshot of the Newsletter

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  • Week of January 22nd
  • Important Upcoming Dates
  • Full Day Kindergarten Online Registration Opens on 1/9/24
  • Early Dismissal Schedule for February 7th
  • Home & School Bingo Event
  • Webinar Registration for Special Education Families
  • District Climate Survey
  • 5th Grade Parents & Students: PVSD Mountain Biking Team Interest Surveys
  • Evergreen in Pictures
  • How to Translate the Newsletter
  • School Directory Sign Up

Week of January 22nd Week of January 22nd

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  • Monday, 1/22: F Day
  • Tuesday, 1/23: A Day
  • Wednesday, 1/24: B Day
  • Thursday, 1/25: C Day
  • Friday, 1/26: D Day

Important Upcoming Dates Important Upcoming Dates

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  • February 7th: Early Dismissal
  • February 19th: President's Day--Schools Closed

Full Day Kindergarten Online Registration Is Now Open! Full Day Kindergarten Online Registration Is Now Open!

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Beginning with the 24-25 school year, PV's Kindergarten program will be FULL DAY.


If your child will turn 5 years old before September 1, 2024, they are eligible to attend kindergarten in the fall of 2024! Registration can be completed online using our Online Registration (OLR) portal in ParentVUE.

Online registration for 24-25 Kindergarten is NOW OPEN

for details, visit: Kindergarten Registration 24-25

For planning purposes, we kindly request families to register their child by

Friday, February 23rd.


Submit your registration in its entirety for review. If there is additional information needed, a member of the school district will reach out. If you need assistance with the kindergarten registration process, please contact the main office at Evergreen at 610-409-9751.

Kindergarten student screenings will be scheduled at a later date in May so we can meet you and your child and learn more your child's early reading and numeracy skills.


*Feel free to pass along this information to friends, relatives or neighbors who have a Kindergarten age child planning to start at Evergreen or any of the PV elementary schools for 2024-25 school year.

Early Dismissal Schedule for Wednesday, February 7th Early Dismissal Schedule for Wednesday, February 7th

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Our next early dismissal day will be on Wednesday, February 7th. Please see below for the adjusted times.


1st Grade to 5th Grade

  • AM Arrival: 8:30 (no change)
  • PM Dismissal: 12:15pm


AM Kindergarten:

  • Arrival: 8:30 (no change)
  • Dismissal: 10:20am


PM Kindergarten:

  • Arrival: 10:20am
  • Dismissal: 12:15pm


K+ Program:


  • Students will be dismissed from Evergreen at 12:15pm

Evergreen Home & School Bingo Event Evergreen Home & School Bingo Event

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We are planning our Home & School Bingo Event for Friday, February 23rd (snow date: March 15th). Please look for more information in the coming weeks on how to volunteer and register for the event.


This is a great event for the whole family!

Webinar Registration: Autism, ID & MH: What You Need to Know After Age 18 Webinar Registration: Autism, ID & MH: What You Need to Know After Age 18

Leahy Life Plan, a firm dedicated to life planning for those with disabilities as well as their families, is hosting a webinar titled Autism, ID & MH What You Need to Know After Age 18 on Tuesday, January 23 at 6:00pm.


See the flyer below for more information.


To register, visit: https://forms.gle/1pEArw4ARHhstL7u9


Please be aware you will need to register twice with the Zoom link that is provided as a confirmation of your registration through Google Forms.

District Climate Survey District Climate Survey

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Parent Survey Information:

To gain insights into the perspectives of our PV community, we are conducting a Climate Survey and invite the participation of our families. The survey is confidential, and responses will be aggregated to ensure anonymity. The input received will be invaluable for assessing various aspects of the school environment, including safety, belonging, bullying, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candid feedback from participants will guide decisions aimed at enhancing the overall experience for students, staff, and parents.


The survey is now open and will be available for participation until Friday, January 26, 2024. Please click here to complete the PARENT SURVEY.

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Student Survey Information:

As a district, we are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment for students. To gather insights into the perceptions of our PV community, we are conducting a Climate Survey and seek the participation of our families and staff. The survey is confidential, and responses will be aggregated to ensure anonymity. The survey will be open from Tuesday, January 16, to Friday, January 26, 2024. Students in grades 4-12 will also be asked to participate; the survey will be administered in class during school hours with questions tailored to each level (elementary vs. secondary). Preview the student surveys using the links below:


  • Climate Survey (Elementary Students Gr. 4-5)
  • Climate Survey (Secondary Students Gr. 6-12)


The input received will be invaluable for assessing various aspects of the school environment, including safety, belonging, bullying, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candid feedback from participants will inform decisions aimed at enhancing the overall experience for students, staff and parents.


If you have any questions or concerns or if you would like to opt your child out of participating in the survey please contact Evergreen at 610-409-9751. Thank you in advance for your support.

5th Grade Parents & Students: PVSD Mountain Biking Team Interest Survey 5th Grade Parents & Students: PVSD Mountain Biking Team Interest Survey

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PVSD is proposing to launch a Mountain Biking Team (Grades 6-12).


Your insights are essential in understanding the perspectives and concerns as PVSD considers launching their own Mountain Biking team. Our proposed team would be co-educational and include grades 6-12. Our season will run from July 1, 2024 -November 1, 2024.


Mountain biking is not only a thrilling outdoor activity but also a community-driven sport that promotes physical fitness, outdoor exploration, and skill development. Whether you are a student passionate about navigating challenging trails or a parent providing support and guidance, your experiences and opinions contribute to the growth and improvement of the mountain biking community. Please answer the following questions honestly and to the best of your ability.

Student Mountain Biking Interest Survey: Student Survey Link

Parent Mountain Biking Interest Survey: Parent Survey Link


Here is a short video on what students like about mountain biking. Please click the link below to view. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHa9XZ7xlbs


In the coming weeks and months, there will be more updates and information regarding this PV Mountain Biking Team proposal. In the meantime, if you have any questions, please contact Melanie Wolf, Community Education/Curriculum & Instruction Administrative Assistant, at mwolf@pvsd.org.


Thank you for taking the time to complete the surveys.

Evergreen in Pictures Evergreen in Pictures

1st Grade Golden Spatula Winners for Trimester 1: Mrs. Lyon's Class

We had a great time on Thursday at our reward lunch!

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Mrs. Moccia's 2nd Grade Context Clue Detectives! Mrs. Moccia's 2nd Grade Context Clue Detectives!

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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.


Tenga en cuenta que este boletín se puede traducir a cualquier idioma eligiendo el idioma que necesita en el cuadro de la derecha.

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.

School Directory Sign-Up School Directory Sign-Up

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If you would like to part of our electronic school-wide student directory, please complete the Google form linked below. This is an optional form and you can submit as much or as little information as you would like. School directories are very helpful for parents/guardians to connect for birthday parties, play dates, etc.


The information in the directory will be provided to families from Home & School via a protected Google document.


Evergreen Elementary School Electronic Student Directory 2023-24

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Dismissal Change

If you need to make an unexpected dismissal change during the day, please contact the main office via telephone (610-409-9751) by 2:30pm, if possible.


Please do not only email your child's teacher as teachers often are unable to check their emails until dismissal has concluded.

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Evergreen Attendance Line

If your child is going to be absent please be sure to call or email the Evergreen attendance line. It may be helpful to save the phone number and email address in your cell phone.


Call: 610-409-9751 and press #1

Email: EVAttendance@pvsd.org

Volunteer Clearances
Click on this button to learn about clearances for volunteering.
Power Packs
Power Packs are weekend bags of food for students experiencing food insecurity. There is no financial information required to participate in this program. PV Power Packs is a volunteer run organization and all information is kept confidential.
Apply for Free & Reduced Meal Program
The Perkiomen Valley School District participates in the National School Meals Program. Financial situations have changed for many families and you may qualify for our Free & Reduced Meal Program. Please click on this button to learn more.
PVSD Events Calendar & Instructional Calendar
Please click here to find the district's calendar of events as well as the district instructional calendar.
Transportation Request Form
If you are planning to have your child transported to or from a location other than your child's primary residence within the school's bussing zone, you will need to complete the Transportation Request Form.
2023-24 Elementary Student Handbook
The information enclosed in the handbook will be helpful to learn our district procedures and policies.


*Please note the updated information for electronic devices/personal equipment, as this refers to cell phone and smartwatch usage.
Education Trip Form for Elementary & Middle School
An Educational Trip Request form must be submitted prior to student’s departure. Approval for such trips is limited to five (5) school days per year.
PV Food Service Webpage
Click on this button to find menus, free/reduced information, School Cafe accounts, etc.
Community Bulletin Board Page
Want to find out what's going on in the PV Community? Click on this button for flyers about upcoming events in and around our area! To submit an event for posting, please send a PDF version of your flyer to webmaster@pvsd.org for review.
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Having tech issues?

Here are a few friendly reminders from the Technology Department about where to go if you are having issues with any of the following:


  • 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
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follow evergreen on social media

Twitter: @Evergreen_ES

Facebook: Evergreen Elementary School

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Evergreen Elementary School

Email: sfranciosa@pvsd.org
Website: https://sites.google.com/a/pvsd.org/evergreen-elementary-school/
Location: 98 Kagey Road, Collegeville, PA, 19426
Phone: 610-409-9751

Sharon Franciosa
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