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October 29th, 2026

Tiger TimesOctober 29th, 2026
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Home Choice Academy

Email: homechoice@evergreenps.org

Website: https://hca.evergreenps.org/
Location: 13419 Northeast 28th Street, Vancouver, WA, USA
Phone: (360) 604-4032

HCA 2026 - 2027 School Calendar

Upcoming Events Upcoming Events

October

29th - Trunk or Treat

30th - No School


November

3rd - PTO Meeting - 3:30 pm

10th - Cookies with the counselor

11th - Veteran's Day - No School

Message from Principal Eschels... Message from Principal Eschels...

Dear HCA Families,


I am reflecting on October and thinking about how much change we have already seen at our school. The new faces are now new friends. The wide-eyed and sometimes bashful students are now confident and engaged learners. Outside, the long sunny days are making way for changing leaf colors and cooler temperatures. As I write this, I’m hoping the wet weather holds off for the rest of the day so our “Trunk or Treat” event tonight (10/29) stays dry for HCA and Burton students.


I am so proud of the growth our students have already shown. It is important to celebrate the daily accomplishments while being aware of the long term goals for both this academic year and beyond. You should be getting your October progress report from your teacher this week. Please look it over and dialog with your son or daughter with how they are doing. Celebrate their successes, and remind them that as the learning coach, you are there to support them with areas of growth as well. If a student’s progress is marked ‘unsatisfactory,’ the teacher will work with the student and family on a plan for support. The teacher, learning coach, student team are capable of great things with regular, focused actions! Our goal is “satisfactory” progress for every student!


In November, students in grades 3–8 will take short English and math assessments called Focused Interim Assessment Blocks (FIABs). Each assessment has 5–9 questions similar to those on the spring state assessment. Teachers will choose question sets that connect to what students have learned, helping students feel prepared. The results will help teachers see what students understand, identify where they may need support, and make sure each student can use the tools they need during testing.


Finally, a reminder that Trimester 1 ends on Nov 20th, just before the full week off for Thanksgiving. Report cards will go out a couple weeks after that, but I wanted to make sure our community was aware of that calendar milestone coming up. I hope all of you feel supported during your first two months of the school year. I’ve enjoyed leading this incredible group of staff, students and families. Thank you for your continued feedback, thoughts, and support. We couldn’t do this without ALL of you!


Scott Eschels

Principal

scott.eschels@evergreenps.org

TONIGHT TONIGHT

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TRUNK OR TREAT 2026 TRUNK OR TREAT 2026

Burton Dragons + Home Choice Academy Tigers

Are Teaming Up for the ULTIMATE Trunk or Treat!


Thursday, October 29, 2026

6:00–7:30 PM


Get ready for a night of

trick-or-treating, costumes,

family fun, and Halloween surprises!


WE NEED TRUNKS!


Want to help make this event amazing?

Decorate your trunk and join the fun!


Click the link to register your trunk.


Whether you go spooky, silly, creative, or

completely over-the-top, we’d love to have you join us!


BRING THE FAMILY!


Bring your trick-or-treat bag

Wear your Halloween costume

Trick-or-treat from decorated trunks

Check out the photo booths

️ Enter the raffle for chances to win cool prizes!


FREE TO ATTEND!

There is no cost to come and enjoy the event!


Optional items will be available for purchase, including:

· Concessions
· Raffle tickets for cool prizes
· Photo booth experiences


COSTUME REMINDER

We want everyone to have a safe and fun Halloween!

Please do not wear costumes or bring props that look like weapons.


Come celebrate Halloween with the Burton Dragons and HCA Tigers!

We can't wait to see you there!

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Evergreen Public Schools uses ParentSquare for school communication, primarily with email, text and app notifications. ParentSquare automatically generates an account for each parent, using their preferred email address and phone number. We encourage parents to access their accounts so they can download the mobile app and update their preferences on when and how they are notified. If you want to update contact information, you will need to reach out to your student's building secretaries.


ParentSquare

Chromebooks Chromebooks

All student are expected to bring their charged Chromebook to school each day they come to campus.

Lunch at HCA Lunch at HCA

School lunches are available at no charge for all students in EPS. You can find more information at the Child Nutrition Services website.


Students are welcome to bring a lunch from home.

Transportation for 2026 - 2027 Transportation for 2026 - 2027

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The transportation department will continue to partner with us in the morning and offer shuttle bus services for our program. The shuttle stops will remain the same at the same schools, Silver Star, Pioneer, Mill Plain, and Marrion.


Click here for the Transportation Shuttle Request google form.

Families on Campus Families on Campus

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Complete your volunteer application here. This includes submitting your ID to the HCA office.


Approved background checks are good for two years. If you completed your application in the previous school year no action is needed at this time.

Instagram and Facebook Instagram and Facebook

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In an effort to spread the word about our program, please like and share our Instagram and Facebook pages.

Instagram

Facebook

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Join the PTO! Join the PTO!

Come one, come all! We need you to be a part of our PTO.

Many opportunities available.


homechoicepto@gmail.com


PTO information form

Links Links

Home Choice Academy Website
Monthly PE & Art Log
Securly Home
An app that parents can use to monitor and set controls on their student's Chromebook
Counseling Center
EPS Student-Parent Handbook
Guidelines for Keeping Children at Home
Facebook
Instagram
Nondiscrimination Statement

Office Staff:

Scott Eschels - Principal - scott.eschels@evergreenps.org

Dawn Grant - Secretary - dawn.grant@evergreenps.org

Becky Montgomery - Secretary - rebecca.montgomery@evergreenps.org

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