The Panther Press
November 24, 2025
In This Issue of the Panther Press
- REMINDER: Thanksgiving Break is this week. There will be no school on November 26, 27, and 28.
- COMING SOON: Trimester 1 Report Cards will be released shortly after we return from Thanksgiving Break. Please note, report cards will ONLY be distributed digitally.
- REMINDER: December 4 is Kindergarten Cap & Gown Picture Day.
- 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 26 to 28 - Thanksgiving Break - No School
- December 2 - Days Park CA Meeting (Virtual, 7 PM)
- December 3 - Hertel CA Meeting (Virtual, 7 PM, rescheduled)
- December 4 - Kindergarten Cap & Gown Picture Day
- December 24 to 31 - Winter Break - No School
- January 1 & 2 - New Year's Holiday - No School
- January 5 - Return to 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
Thanksgiving Break
We are so thankful to you, our EVCS Community!
Have a wonderful and safe Thanksgiving Break!
School is closed November 26, 27, and 28.
We will welcome students and staff back to school on December 1.
Trimester 1 Report Cards
Trimester 1 report cards will be released soon after we return from Thanksgiving Break.
Please note, report cards will ONLY be distributed digitally.
If your email on file with EVCS needs to be updated, please contact the Main Office.
Kindergarten Cap & Gown Pictures
Special Picture Day December 4
Kindergartners will take their cap & gown photos for diplomas. We recommend students not wear hoodies underneath the cap and gown as it may impact how the gown fits for the picture.
Please note that this is the picture that will be included on your child's diploma. Proofs will be sent home for optional picture package purchase.
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.
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, December 2, 7 PM. Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/ekw-deat-pvw
- Hertel, December 3, 7 PM (rescheduled). 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.