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On Thursday, the 4th grade class welcomed Nina and Tess from
Smile on Down Syndrome into their classroom. The 4th graders were introduced to this organization as a possible choice for their upcoming Giving Projects. Nina and Tess allowed students to develop a stronger understanding of Down Syndrome and some of the struggles that someone with Down Syndrome may face, while also seeing that kids with Down Syndrome are just like every other kid. The overall theme was that "Knowledge is Understanding." After the presentation, several 4th graders decided that they will be adopting
Smile on Down Syndrome as the organization for their Giving Projects.
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Mark Your Calendar
- Saturday, February 27: JPK Learn and Play Day (for 2016 - 2017 enrollment)
- Tuesday, March 1 - Thursday, March 3: Grade 3 & 4 ISTEP Testing
- Thursday, March 3: Show Your Step Up Spirit Day - jeans and spirit wear dress day
- Thursday, March 3: Step Up Spirit Night 6 - 7:30 pm
- Friday, March 4: Read Across America Day
- Friday, March 4: Friends of EDS monthly meeting at 8:05 am in the Alumni Room
- Monday - Friday, March 21 - 25: Spring Break (No School)
- Wednesday, April 6, 8:45: 1st grade musical, TIKKI TIKKI TEMBO
- Wednesday, April 13, 2:15: 2nd grade musical, STONE SOUP
- Monday - Friday, April 25 - 29: Faculty and Staff Appreciation Week
- Thursday, May 12, 9:45: 3rd grade musical THE WACKADOO ZOO
- Friday, May 20, 8:30: 4th grade musical, PIRATES! THE MUSICAL
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Action Required
ISTEP Testing
March 1 - 3 for grades 3 & 4. Testing will begin promptly, so please be on time. Students are encouraged to get plenty of rest and have a good breakfast.
Spirit Wear Day
Thursday, March 3 - show your school spirit! Dress in jeans and spirit wear for the day!
Step Up Spirit Night
Join your Day School friends and family for a fun and informative evening!
Thursday,March 3rd from 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Students in grades JPK through Grade 7 will get a chance to meet their 2016-17 teachers and visit their new classrooms.
Parents in every division are invited to attend the Annual State-of-the-School presentation of the recent ISACS survey, and hear general updates about Day School.
Drinks, snacks, and games & activities for currently enrolled students of all ages will be provided.
Sign up
here and show your Day School Spirit at Step-Up-Night!
Read Across America
On Friday, March 4, Day School will participate in Read Across America Day, in celebration of the birthday of beloved author, Dr. Seuss. Students are encouraged to dress as their favorite book character. For more information about Read Across America Day, click
here.
Gala Gift Baskets
The Platinum Ball is right around the corner and the Friends of EDS is asking each Primary & Preschool class to donate a basket of goodies that will go for bid during the silent auction portion of the evening. See below for the basket themes by grade level. Your donation of items matching these themes is much appreciated! Deadline for donations is February 28th.
JPK: Princess Basket
PK: Super Hero Basket
K: Pet Basket
1st: Fitness/Health Basket
2nd: Spa Basket
3rd: Date Night Basket
4th: Baby Basket
Please clip and save box tops for the spring semester! The front office has special sheets for attaching the box tops, for easy organization.
Spring semester box tops must be turned in by March 1. A check for spring earnings will be sent to EDS in May.
Many thanks for your support of the Music & Creative Dramatics programs here at EDS!
Mark your calendar as we celebrate 70 years of educational excellence at the Platinum Ball! This year's event is sponsored by Legence Bank and will be held at The Old Post Office Event Center. Attendees will be entertained by
The Downtown Band, awesome
live and silent auction items, and lots of door prizes. Click
here to RSVP and secure your tickets!
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General Updates and Campus Happenings
Transitions
As we approach the end of the school year, we prepare to say goodbye to some beloved members of our faculty and staff. Some are retiring, while others are relocating with their families. Join us in wishing them all the best for the future, while thanking them for their years of dedication and service to our community. Click
here for more information.
The upcoming varsity boys basketball home games will be theme nights! C'mon out and support the Eagles!
2/20: Tie Dye
2/26: Blue & Gold (Senior Night)
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Each month Ms. Sutton bakes with the students celebrating their birthdays. The students vote on a treat to bake together from a short list Ms. Sutton has available. Each treat offered takes into consideration the allergies of our primary school students. The treats they make are shared with the entire primary school during afternoon break! This month they are celebrating January and July birthdays. Another really neat way EDS celebrates individual students!
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| Congratulations to Kira Cross, Kindergarten's Star Student! |
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| A preview of the Kindergarten artwork to be featured at the Platinum Ball as an auction item. The Platinum Ball will be held at the Old Post Office Event Plaza on Saturday, April 9! |
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