The Panther Press
November 10, 2025
In This Issue of the Panther Press
- Family Heritage and Cultural Arts Night is tonight Monday, November 10! Event begins at 6 pm at the Hertel Campus. All EVCS community members across both campuses are welcome to join.
- School is closed tomorrow, November 11, in recognition of Veterans Day.
- Next Monday, November 17, is there is no school for students as it is a Superintendent's Conference Day.
- Swag Sale #1 orders are due THIS FRIDAY, November 14, at midnight. Make sure to place your orders to get your EVCS swag in time for the holidays.
- The Community Associations are hosting a Thanksgiving Food Drive from November 3 to November 21. Learn how you can contribute by viewing the drive flyer.
- The Community Associations' Pie & Fudge Sale orders are due November 21 - Click Here to Place Orders
- Check out the COMMUNITY RESOURCES section for both local community and national/app-based food resources.
- Make sure to read the full issue for all updates, news, and events!
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EVCS RESOURCES, EVENTS, & INFORMATION
EVCS Calendar & Lunch Menu
Upcoming Events
- November 10 - Family Heritage & Cultural Arts Night (6 pm at Hertel Campus, Days Park & Hertel Families Invited - RSVP/Permission Slip)
- November 11 - Veterans Day - No School
- November 14 - End of Trimester 1
- November 15 - Swag Sale #1 Deadline (midnight 11/24)
- November 17 - Sup't Conf Day - No Classes/Professional Development/Recording Day
- November 21 - CA Thanksgiving Food Drive Deadline
- November 21 - CA Pie & Fudge Sale Deadline
- November 26 to 28 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
EVCS School Calendar 25-26
Doors open to students at 7:40 AM
School day begins at 8 AM
Pick-up/walking dismissal begins at 3:05 PM
Dismissal for students taking the bus begins at 3:15 PM
Lunch Menu
Family Heritage & Cultural Arts Night at 6 PM
Join Us Tonight!
Family Heritage and Cultural Arts Night is November 10 at 6 PM at the EVCS Hertel Campus!
This evening is a open to all EVCS students, families, faculty, and staff across both campuses as we celebrate the unique cultures that make us ONE EVCS!
Veterans Day 2025
School is closed Tuesday, November 11, 2025, in recognition of Veterans Day.
To those that have served, thank you.
From the Nurse: Cold Weather
As we enter the winter weather, please make sure your child comes to school with jackets, hat, gloves and boots. Students go outside for recess every day unless it is raining or very blustery.
CA Thanksgiving Food Drive
Donate by November 21
The Community Associations are collecting non-perishable items for a Thanksgiving Food Drive to assist those in need in our school community at both campuses.
Food donations can be brought to classrooms from November 3 to November 21:
- Kindergarten - Cranberry Sauce
- 1st Grade - Canned or Powdered Gravy
- 2nd Grade - Corn Bread or Biscuit Mix
- 3rd Grade - Canned Veggies
- 4th Grade - Stuffing
- 5th Grade - Mashed Potatoes
- 6th Grade - Mac & Cheese
- 7th Grade - Dessert Mix
- 8th Grade - Canned Yams
Those who would like to make financial contributions can do so at this link: bit.ly/CA_ThanksgivingDrive25
FLASH SALE: Pies and Fudge hosted by CA
CA Flash Sales: Pie & Fudge
The Community Associations are hosting a flash sale this month! Pick-ups will be at the Hertel Campus vestibule at later date to be announced. Funds raised will support both the Days Park Campus and Hertel Campus:
- Pie & Fudge Sale - Orders Due November 21 - Click Here to Place Orders
Swag Sale Orders Due November 14 at Midnight
Represent EVCS with Custom Merch!
It is the last week to order as part of the first swag sale of the school year.
Browse hoodies, t-shirts, and more including limited edition 20th Anniversary designs!
EVCS 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
Upcoming Community Association Meetings:
- Days Park, TBA
- Hertel, November 24, 7 PM. Meeting link coming soon.
COMMUNITY RESOURCES
Local Community Food Resources
Click on Links Below for Local Food Resources:
National/App-Based Food Resources
Click on Links Below for National/App-Based Food Resources:
CAO Food Resources
In addition to the resources listed above, the Community Action Organization (CAO) is providing Mobile Markets and Food Pantry programs.
Click the links below for more information:
PARENT/GUARDIAN RESOURCES
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.