The Panther Press
November 27, 2023

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.
Good Afternoon EVCS Community! We need your help!
We want to take a moment to thank you for being a part of our EVCS community and allowing your student to grow with us. We would like to share the joy of EVCS to more members of our community and you can play a big part in that effort. Please take a moment to write a parent review of the things you’re seeing at your EVCS campus. As you’ll see, we’re lacking in parent representation online and would love to have the voices of our parents be the first thing that our visitors see. If you have the time, please take the time. It would make a world of difference.
It takes a village!
Don't Forget - Friday, December 1st is a Half-Day of School
Teacher Recording Day
* Dismissal will begin at 12:05pm for pick-ups and bus riders will be dismissed beginning at 12:30pm.
* Please keep in mind that we will have many more cars in our pick-up line due to the half-day. Be sure to update SDM as soon as possible with any transportation changes.
* There is no afterschool program for Hertel students.
Poinsettia/Wreath Pick-up is this Thursday!
Poinsettia and Wreath Sale Pick-up is on Thursday, 11/30 from 12-6:30pm at our Hertel Campus.
Please use the link below to sign-up for a pick-up time so that our volunteers have your order ready prior to your arrival time.
Applications for the 2024-25 School Year Open December 1st
The application for the 2024-2025 school year will open on 12/1/23 at 12AM.
Learn more about applications and admissions by clicking the link below:
2024-25 School Year Information
Stay tuned for our Open House dates and information about school tours.
Picture Retake Day
Wednesday, December 6th
Please be sure to check your child's folder for more information.
If you wish to to order online: Inter-State.Com/Order
Days Park Campus Order Code: 80370VB
Hertel Campus Order Code: 80373CB
- If this is your child's picture retake and a picture package was purchased, please return the picture to the school. Inter-State Studios will collect them on picture day.
- Any student not signed up for retakes or make up pictures may still have their picture taken on this day.
- Any student who is on the “do not photograph” list can have their picture taken on this day.
- This date is the last photo opportunity offered to EVCS for inclusion in the yearbook.
Please use the link below to sign-up by 12/5:
Days Park Clubs
Hertel Clubs
Hertel Community Care Closet
Upcoming Events:
November 29 - Hertel CA Meeting via Zoom. Link is located at the end of this newsletter under CA News/Calendar.
November 30 - End of Trimester 1 / Poinsettia/Wreath Pick-up: 12-6:30pm
December 1 - Half Day of School - 12:05pm Dismissal; No Best Self Afterschool for Hertel
December 6 - Days Park CA Meeting via Zoom. Link is located at the end of this newsletter under CA News/Calendar.
December 25-31 - Winter Break - School Resumes 1/2
EVCS 2023-24
IMPORTANT UPDATE - NYS TESTING DATES HAVE CHANGED. PLEASE REVIEW THE CALENDAR FOR NEW DATES.
Lunch Menu
Student Information Updates
Phone number/email change?
Contact the main office at your campus.
Meriah Millner (Days Park) at (716) 886-4581
NaShomi Shaffer (Hertel) at (716) 424-0555
Moving?
Adding/Deleting a person from your child's pick-up list?
School Dismissal Manager Assistance
It is important to update dismissal plans in the School Dismissal Manager (SDM) system.
- Students will be dismissed according to what is listed in SDM - any changes to dismissal should be entered prior to 2 pm.
- For assistance with School Dismissal Manager (SDM), contact your campus transportation coordinator, we are happy to help you learn to use the system. Reach out Meriah Millner (Days Park) or NaShomi Shaffer (Hertel).
- You can also watch this video for some instructions on using SDM: https://bit.ly/HowtoSDM
EVCS Meat Raffle
Volunteers Needed - Meeting on December 14th at 6:30pm
If you are interested in helping with this event, please click the link below:
Sports and Activities
Contact Info for Sports and Activities
Have questions?
Hertel: Coach Tom Welch
mailto:twelch@elmwoodvillageschool.org
Days Park: Shannon Burke
Nurse's Notes
School Physicals
Yearly physicals need to be submitted as soon as possible. If your child does not have a physical on file, they may be excluded from sports and field trips. Please be sure to make a copy and give it to the school nurse.
Cold Weather Reminders
With the cold weather quickly approaching, it is important that children dress properly for the elements. Jackets, hats, gloves/mittens, and boots should be brought to school daily, as children have recess outside most days. Some of our field trips are outdoors as well and we want to be sure children are protected so they are able to enjoy the fresh air safely and comfortably.
When Should My Child Stay Home?
Please follow the guidelines below if your child is sick:
Children should stay home if:
* They have a fever above 100.0. Students can return when their temperature is normal for 24-hours, without the use of fever reducing meds.
* Constant cough
* Vomiting and/or diarrhea
* Eye discharge that is yellow or green in color
School Nurse Contact Information
Days Park:
Robin Borzellere
Phone: 716-886-4581 x405 (or press 3)
Confidential Fax: 716-884-0010
rborzellere@elmwoodvillageschool.org
Hertel:
Sue Budzinski
Phone: 716-424-0555
Confidential Fax: 716-464-3560
CA News
Our Mission is to build a strong and vibrant EVCS community.
Our Goal is to strengthen connections among EVCS families and foster relationships between families, school staff, and administration.
The EVCS CA sponsors 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
Contact Information:
Days Park CA (Email Address)
Days Park Meeting Calendar (Meeting Links)
Hertel CA (Email Address)
Hertel Meeting Calendar (Meeting Links)
Be sure to check your email prior to the meeting for Zoom link or updates on any schedule changes.
School Website and Parent Handbook
School Website
Parent Handbooks
Find Us On Social Media
Facebook (Days Park), Facebook (Hertel), Instagram, Twitter (X), and LinkedIn
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