Eagle Ridge- eThursday Folder
October 2, 2025
Message From the Principal
It’s a great day to be an Eagle!
This week at Eagle Ridge we’ve been inspired by the incredible artwork from the Cherry Creek Arts Festival displayed throughout our building. Walking our halls, you can’t help but be reminded of the power of creativity—the way a simple piece of clay, in the hands of a young artist, can be transformed into something meaningful and beautiful.
What makes this even more powerful is the reminder that every student has the ability to be an innovator. Creativity is more than just art—it’s about using imagination and problem-solving to create something new, something special, and something that reflects who they are. When students are encouraged to use their gifts of creativity, they not only learn how to express themselves, but also how to approach challenges with curiosity and confidence.
At Eagle Ridge, we know these skills will serve them far beyond the classroom. Whether it’s shaping clay, designing solutions, or sharing ideas, our Eagles are learning that innovation starts with the courage to create.
The School Store , run by Student Leadership, is now open Tuesday–Friday mornings from 8:30-8:40am! Snacks, drinks, and candy are $1 each. See you before school!
HOCO
Highlands Ranch High School visits ERE to kickoff homecoming week.
Friends 2 Friends
Eagle Ridge hosts another fabulous Friends 2 Friends event. Shout out to Mrs. Herman for all of her hard work!
Book Fair Week
Come check out the Book Fair, in the library. There are books for all levels of readers.
DCSD will be conducting its annual Hearing and Vision Screening at Eagle Ridge on Friday,October 3rd, and Monday, October 6th.
Volunteers do not need previous experience, and will undergo a 20-minute training and practice session prior to working with the students.
Please click on the link below to volunteer to sign up and help:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0949A5AD29A57-31906065-hearing#/
From the Counselor's Corner
Eagle Ridge Elementary Counseling Newsletter
October 2025
Dear Eagle Ridge Families,
Happy October! Fall is a wonderful time to reflect, reset, and continue building strong classroom communities. As we transition back to school after fall break, our classroom Wayfinder lessons will focus on important social and emotional learning topics across all grade levels.
Kindergarten – 2nd Grade: Understanding Our Emotions with the Zones of Regulation
Our younger students will be learning how to recognize and manage their feelings using the Zones of Regulation, a fun and visual way to talk about emotions.
Blue Zone – Tired, sad, or bored
Green Zone – Calm, ready to learn
Yellow Zone – Frustrated, excited, worried, or silly
Red Zone – Angry or out of control
Students will practice identifying their own zones, learning strategies to return to the Green Zone, and understanding that all feelings are okay—it’s what we do with them that matters!
Try This at Home: Ask your child, “What zone are you in right now?” or “What helps you get back to the Green Zone?”
3rd – 6th Grade: Building a Strong School Community
With our older students, we are focusing on community building and kindness. Lessons this month include:
How to include others and make meaningful friendships
Respecting differences and working as a team
Handling disagreements with empathy
Identifying sources of strength and support in and out of school
Students will collaborate in group activities and discussions to reflect on how their choices impact their community.
Try This at Home: Ask, “What makes someone a helpful classmate or teammate?” or “How did you include someone today?”
Looking Ahead
Later this fall, we will continue to explore emotional regulation, friendship skills, and problem-solving strategies across all grades. Thank you for partnering with us in helping students grow both socially and emotionally.
Please reach out if you have any questions or would like additional support for your child.
The counseling department wishes you a Happy Fall and a great upcoming Fall Break!
Warmly,
Your Counseling Team
Linda Lieber and Laura Miller
Meet at the flagpole at 8am to stretch and run with Ms. Symons and Mrs. Montgomery.
Trunk or Treat- Thursday, Oct. 30th
Decorate a trunk OR just join us for a night of fun!
Fall Carnival- Saturday, October 4th
Buy your tickets TODAY!
We are excited to share that Eagle Ridge is participating in the district’s textbook adoption process for new Social Studies textbooks for 3rd (Exploring Time and Place- Colorado Edition) and 5th (We the People- The Citizens and the Constitution) grades. We are reviewing these supplemental resources to enrich student learning in the classroom.
As part of the adoption process, these textbooks are available for viewing by families/community by contacting the school office or Heidi Crepeau, our Professional Learning Specialist at hacrepeau@dcsdk12.org. Thank you for supporting engaging and meaningful Social Studies learning for our students.
