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The Panther Press

December 1, 2025

The Panther Press December 1, 2025
The Panther PressDecember 1, 2025

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

  • Trimester 1 Report Cards will be released today. Please note, report cards will ONLY be distributed digitally.
  • Announcement of the Yearbook Cover Contest Winners!
  • Did you purchase a Poinsettia, Wreath, Pie, or Fudge from the recent CA Sales? Pick-Up is THIS TUESDAY, December 2, at the Hertel Campus vestibule. Please sign up for a pick-up slot between 1 PM and 6PM.
  • REMINDER: December 4 is Kindergarten Cap & Gown Picture Day.
  • EVCS Athletics: NEW - Pizza added to concessions for home basketball games and reminder to review Spectator Protocols.
  • The Days Park Community Association is meeting December 2 at 7 PM. Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/ekw-deat-pvw
  • The Hertel Community Association is meeting December 3 at 7 PM. Meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86472500896
  • The Community Associations are hosting a joint social on December 11. See flyer for details.
  • Make sure to read the full issue for all updates, news, and events!

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

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Upcoming Events

  • December 2 - Wreath & Poinsettia and Pie & Fudge Sale Pick-Up (1 to 6 pm)
  • December 2 - Days Park CA Meeting (Virtual, 7 PM)
  • December 3 - Hertel CA Meeting (Virtual, 7 PM)
  • 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
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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

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Trimester 1 Report Cards Trimester 1 Report Cards

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Trimester 1 report cards will be released today, please monitor your email.

Please note, report cards will ONLY be distributed digitally.

Yearbook Cover Contest Winners Yearbook Cover Contest Winners

The votes are in from staff and students and we are proud to share the winners of this year's Yearbook Cover Contest!


Thank you to every student who submitted a design and congratulations to our winners!

Days Park Cover Contest Winners Days Park Cover Contest Winners

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Quinn in 3B

Front Cover Winner

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VusiMuzi in 7A

Back Cover Winner

Hertel Cover Contest Winners Hertel Cover Contest Winners

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Judah in 6A

Front Cover Winner

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Stella in 8B

Back Cover Winner

Wreath & Poinsettia and Pie & Fudge Sale Pick Up Wreath & Poinsettia and Pie & Fudge Sale Pick Up

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Sign Up to Pick-Up Your Poinsettia/Wreath/Pie/Fudge on December 2

Did you purchase something from the recent CA Sale flash sales? Pick-Up is this Tuesday, December 2, at the Hertel vestibule. Please sign up for a pick-up slot between 1 PM and 6PM.

Community Associations Host Social on December 11 Community Associations Host Social on December 11

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Join members of both campus Community Associations to learn about who they are, what they do, and how to get involved at a social event on December. Parents and staff from both campuses are invited to join.


Event details:

  • Date: December 11, 2025
  • Time: 6 to 8 pm
  • Location: Iron Tail Tavern | 802 Elmwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14222
  • Details: Light snacks provided, cash bar and menu available

EVCS Athletics: New Concessions & Spectator Protocols EVCS Athletics: New Concessions & Spectator Protocols

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EVCS Athletics has two updates as we head into the winter sport season:

  • Pizza will be available to purchase at concessions for all home EVCS games. Grab a slice for dinner while cheering on our basketball Panthers!
  • Reminder to please review the Spectator Protocols before attending any EVCS game, to understand expectations and standards for attendees of EVCS games.

Kindergarten Cap & Gown Pictures Kindergarten Cap & Gown Pictures

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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.

Applications Open for 2026-2027 School Year Applications Open for 2026-2027 School Year

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Spread the Word: Applications Open Now!

Applications are open for BOTH EVCS Campuses for the 2026-2027 school year!

Know someone looking to join our vibrant community?

Let them know and share our application to apply now.


Are you looking to have a kindergartener join their older sibling next year?

Make sure to select a sibling preference when you apply!

Apply Now

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, December 2, 7 PM. Meeting link: https://meet.google.com/ekw-deat-pvw
  • Hertel, December 3, 7 PM (rescheduled). Meeting link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86472500896

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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