The Eagle's Nest
August 17, 2026
Monday: First day for Pre-K and First day for Everyone Reads
Tuesday:
Wednesday:
Thursday: MAP Testing 2nd-5th
Beginning of the Year PTO Picnic 5pm-7pm at GWE Playground
Friday: MAP Testing 2nd-5th
It was a WONDERFUL first week of school last week. The students came in smiling and filled with excitement. Our school feels complete with everyone back. On Wednesday we held Expectation Rotations all around the school to remind our students of expected behaviors in the classroom, hallway, cafeteria, playground, bathrooms and bus. On Friday we had our first school wide assembly focusing on the importance of following these expectations daily. Our staff is dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing learning environment for all. Let's make our first full week a great one!
What is MAP Testing?
This week, our students will take the MAP test (Measures of Academic Progress). We know that the word "testing" can sometimes cause anxiety for both children and parents, so we want to share exactly what this test is and how we use it to support your child. MAP is a computer-based test that measures what your child knows and what they are ready to learn next. Unlike traditional tests, it does not give a "pass" or "fail" grade. Instead, it tracks your child’s individual academic growth over time. The results "should be" ready to be shared at Conferences in the fall. We test our students in the fall and in the spring.
Car Rider Arrival and Dismissal Procedures
As a reminder, car riders can be dropped off starting at 7:10, with a class start time of 7:20. If you arrive after 7:20, you will need to sign your students in at the office. Our teachers begin instruction promptly at 7:25.
At dismissal, students will exit to the car rider lane at 1:50. Drop off and pick up are at the front entrance. Please stay in your vehicle and keep our Car Rider lane moving. If you need to buckle your child in at dismissal, we ask that you pull forward into the parking lot and then get out to do so. If you need to unbuckle your child from their car seat, we ask that you pull into the parking lot and not the Car Rider line. For everyone's safety and for the efficiency of the Car Rider line, we ask that parents do not get out of the car in the Car Rider line and that students only enter or exit cars on the passenger side (sidewalk side).
Birthday Celebrations
At GWE we highly encourage non edible birthday Celebrations. This is due to lack of time to pass out birthday treats, as well as allergies that exist in our classrooms. A wonderful alternative are birthday pencils, stickers, donate your child's favorite book to the classroom library, little party favors, etc. Each child will receive a Birthday Shout Out at the morning announcements, as well as a birthday book and pencil from the library. We also ask that if you are sending birthday party invitations to pass out, all students in the class are included. Thank you for understanding.