The Panther Press
May 4, 2026
In This Issue of the Panther Press
- Happy Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week!
- New York State Assessments continue this week, with the NYS Math Assessments for grades 3 through 8 on May 5 & May 6.
- There is a Joint CA Meeting this Wednesday, May 6 at 6 PM. Meeting link:
- The Community Associations are hosting a 20th Anniversary Movie Night & Chiavetta's BBQ sale next week on May 14! ALL EVCS families welcome to join. The movie as voted on by students will be live action Lilo & Stitch!
- The CA are looking for volunteers, you can sign up to help here.
- Preorder or donate meals at this link.
- Check out the Clubs & Sports calendar for this week at EVCS.
- Parent-Teacher Conferences will be next week on May 15. There is also no school for students on May 15.
- Make sure to view the 'COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES' section for more.
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EVCS RESOURCES, EVENTS, & INFORMATION
EVCS Calendar & Lunch Menu
Upcoming Events
- May 5 & 6 - NYS Math Assessments (Grs. 3-8)
- May 14 - 20th Anniversary Movie Night & Chicken Dinner (Preorder Meal)
- May 15 - Sup't Conf Day, No Classes & Parent Teacher Conferences
- May 25 - Memorial Day, School Closed
- May 29 - Alumni Event
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
Happy Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week!
CA Presents: 20th Anniversary Movie Night & Chicken Dinner
Join May 14 for Family Movie Fun & Meal
In honor of the EVCS 20th anniversary, the Community Associations are presenting a special movie on May 14 along with a chicken BBQ sale! Chicken sales run from 3 to 7 pm and the movie begins at 6:15 PM. Event will be hosted at the Hertel Campus Soccer Field and is open to ALL EVCS families from both campuses.
Special EVCS picnic blankets will also be available to preorder.
Purchase your meals and picnic blanket by clicking this link.
Call for Volunteers
Looking to give back to EVCS and volunteer with your Community Associations? They are looking for help with the Chicken Dinner & Family Movie Night.
This Week in Clubs and Sports
Spring Season of Clubs & Sports Continues
May 4:
- Days Park - Improv Clubs & Girls on the Run
- Hertel - Track & Field
May 5:
- Days Park - Softball Practice at Hertel Campus, Track & Field
- Hertel - Drama Club & Softball Practice
May 6:
- Days Park - Dance, Improv & Lego Clubs, Girls on the Run
- Hertel - Advanced Band, Yoga Club, Track & Field
May 7:
- Days Park - Softball Practice at Days Park Campus, Track & Field
- Hertel - Drama Club & Softball Practice
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.
COMMUNITY EVENTS & RESOURCES
Cardinal O'Hara High School Opportunities
Practice Exam & Summer Camps
Cardinal O'Hara is hosting a free 7th Grade Practice Entrance Exam on Saturday, May 9th
You can register online for the exam.
The high school is also conducting summer camps, you can learn more on their summer camp site.
SAVE THE DATE: Taste of Diversity 2026
Mark Your Calendars for Festive Fun
Taste of Diversity returns June 27, 2026!
EVCS will once again be participating in the Family Fun Zone with activities and giveaways.
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.