The Panther Press
May 18, 2026
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.
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EVCS RESOURCES, EVENTS, & INFORMATION
EVCS Calendar & Lunch Menu
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
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
Support Campus Infrastructure & Beautification
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!
SAVE THE DATE: Fall Sports Registration
Fall sports registration begins June 1 and runs through August 31 for the Fall 2026 sports!
Krispy Kreme Doughnut Sale & Fundraiser
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.
This Week in Clubs and Sports
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
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!
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, June 9 PM. Meeting link coming soon.
- Hertel, June 3, 6 PM. In person on campus.
EVCS OUT IN THE COMMUNITY
Ms. Phillips Recognized by WNYNET
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.
COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES
Buffalo String Works Free Concert
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).
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.