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The Panther Press

May 18, 2026

The Panther Press May 18, 2026
The Panther PressMay 18, 2026

In This Issue of the Panther Press In This Issue of the Panther Press

  • This year's annual campaign in in support our campus infrastructure and beautification. If you would like to support the future of our buildings and school grounds, consider a donation today.
  • Track & Field are fundraising for new jerseys for the next school year with a Krispy Kreme sale! Order online today.
  • Save the Date: Registration for Fall 2026 sports begins June 1.
  • Spread the Word: The EVCS 20th Anniversary Alumni Event is May 29! Alumni who want to attend are required to RSVP in advance. Share the RSVP link with alumni you know: bit.ly/EVCSAlumniRSVP26
  • Check out the Clubs & Sports calendar for this week at EVCS.
  • Next Monday, May 25, is Memorial Day. School closed in recognition of the holiday.
  • Make sure to view the 'EVCS OUT IN THE COMMUNITY' and 'COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES' sections for more.

Not receiving texts from EVCS? Make sure to text the letter "Y" to "67587" to opt-in for text updates.

Translate the Panther Press:

Haga clic aquí si necesita este boletín en español

বাংলায় এই নিউজলেটারের প্রয়োজন হলে এখানে ক্লিক করুন

انقر هنا إذا كنت بحاجة إلى هذه النشرة الإخبارية باللغة العربية

Ger hewcedariya we bi vê bultena bi kurdî hebe, li vir bikirtînin

እዛ ዜና ብትግርኛ እንተድኣ ኣድልዩኩም ኣብዚ ጠውቑ

EVCS RESOURCES, EVENTS, & INFORMATION EVCS RESOURCES, EVENTS, & INFORMATION

EVCS Calendar & Lunch Menu EVCS Calendar & Lunch Menu

High Level Calendar of May 2026
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Upcoming Events

  • May 25 - Memorial Day, School Closed
  • May 29 - Alumni Event (RSVP)
  • June 3 - Hertel CA Meeting (In-Person, 6 PM)
  • June 9 - Days Park CA Meeting (Virtual, 7 PM)
  • June 12 - End of Trimester 3
  • June 19 - Juneteenth, School Closed
  • June 22 - Hertel Kindergarten Graduation
  • June 23 - Days Park Kindergarten Graduation
  • June 23 - Days Park 8th Grade Graduation
  • June 24 - Last Day of School, Early Dismissal (12:30)
  • June 24 - Hertel 8th Grade Graduation
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EVCS School Calendar 25-26

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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

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Lunch Menu

View BPS School Lunch Menu

Support Campus Infrastructure & Beautification Support Campus Infrastructure & Beautification

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Every Dollar Counts!

If you are interested in supporting our campus infrastructure and beautification projects, please give this year's Annual Appeal letter a read and consider a donation today. Remember - every dollar counts and you can give at any amount and it will have an impact!

Donate to Support EVCS Campuses

SAVE THE DATE: Fall Sports Registration SAVE THE DATE: Fall Sports Registration

Save the Date: 2026 Fall Sports Registration 6/1 - 8/31
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Fall sports registration begins June 1 and runs through August 31 for the Fall 2026 sports!

Krispy Kreme Doughnut Sale & Fundraiser Krispy Kreme Doughnut Sale & Fundraiser

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Support Your Track & Field Team

Track & Field are fundraising for new jerseys for the next school year with a Krispy Kreme sale! Order online today, pick up will be June 4 beginning at 1 PM at the Hertel Campus atrium.

Order Krispy Kreme Doughnuts

This Week in Clubs and Sports This Week in Clubs and Sports

Club and sports schedule week of May 18, 2026
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Spring Season of Clubs & Sports Continues

May 18:

  • Days Park - Improv Club & Girls on the Run
  • Hertel - Track & Field, Softball Game vs Enterprise @ SBCS

May 19:

  • Days Park - Track & Field, Softball Practice @ Hertel Campus, Softball Game vs S. Buffalo
  • Hertel - Newspaper and Drama Clubs

May 20:

  • Days Park - Improv Club, Girls on the Run, Softball Game Vs. Enterprise
  • Hertel - Advanced Band, Yoga Club, Track & Field

May 21:

  • Days Park - Softball Game vs EVCS Hertel, Track & Field, Girls on the Run
  • Hertel - Newspaper and Drama Clubs

Alumni Event Coming May 29 Alumni Event Coming May 29

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Spread the Word to EVCS Alumni

We are happy to share that we will be hosting an Alumni Event May 29 as part of our 20th Anniversary celebration! Alumni will be joining us for food, refreshments, music, and memories!


  • WHEN: May 29, 2026 | 5 PM to 8 PM
  • WHERE: EVCS Days Park | 40 Days Park, Buffalo NY 14201
  • WHO: All Alumni from both EVCS Campuses


Share the RSVP link with alumni today!


Event flyer available for download here.

Alumni Event RSVP

EVCS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION EVCS COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

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Get Involved with the 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, June 9 PM. Meeting link coming soon.
  • Hertel, June 3, 6 PM. In person on campus.

EVCS OUT IN THE COMMUNITY EVCS OUT IN THE COMMUNITY

Ms. Phillips Recognized by WNYNET Ms. Phillips Recognized by WNYNET

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Honored with Experienced Teacher Award

Congratulations to Ms. Phillips, ELA Teacher at EVCS Days Park, on receiving the Experienced Teacher Award from the Western New York Network of English Teachers.


Read more about the awards and Ms. Phillips' accomplishments on the WNYNET website.

WNYNET Awards

COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES

Buffalo String Works Free Concert Buffalo String Works Free Concert

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Spring Showcase Evening of June 10

Local nonprofit Buffalo String Works will be hosting a Spring Showcase of youth talent on June 10 2026 at Asbury Hall (341 Delaware Ave, Buffalo NY 14202).


Learn more on the Buffalo String Works website.

Buffalo String Works Showcase

PARENT/GUARDIAN RESOURCES PARENT/GUARDIAN RESOURCES

Parent/Guardian Resources
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View Parent/Guardian Resources
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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.

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