Category: EES Newsletter

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK AVERAGE DAILY ATTENDANCE (ADA): School attendance is a very important part of the student’s school record. There is a high correlation between attendance and personal reliability. Regular and punctual attendance by all students is necessary for the proper functioning of the entire school. One of the major causes of failure in school is absenteeism. The average daily attendance for the first semester is as follows: Overall average daily attendance for the first semester was 96.1%. Congratulations Read more

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK WELCOME BACK: It is wonderful to be back to school working with your children. The school looks forward to a great second semester of school activities. During the second semester of school, we will be spending time with the students preparing them for the State assessments we are required to take. As the semester progresses, this newsletter will provide more detailed information on what parents can do to help students prepare to take the tests, and Read more

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK EISENHOWER CONNECTION: The next newsletter will be January 10th 2020. REPORT CARDS: Report cards will go out on Tuesday, January 7th, 2020 CHANGE OF ADDRESS/PHONE NUMBER: During the school year, it is possible that some families may change home address or phone numbers. When this happens it is important to update the school office with these changes. There have been some occasions in the past when we have tried to contact parents and we did not Read more

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK WEATHER: We are in the winter months and we would like to remind parents to send children to school dressed appropriately. Gloves and hats in cold weather are important for students before and after school, along with going out to recess. A person loses almost half their body heat through their head. SEMESTER: The second nine weeks and 1st semester ends on December 20th, 2019. Report cards will go out Tuesday, January 77h, 2020. School resumes Read more

EES CONCERT: The Winter concert is scheduled for Monday, December 9th It will begin at 6:30 PM. and will be held at East Campus in the gym. The students will practice at East Campus on Thursday at 12:30 and at 8:30 AM. on Friday and Monday. EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSING: In the event there is a need to start school late or close schools due to inclement weather, or other emergencies, the announcements will be made on the radio and television Read more

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK THANK YOU!!!!!!! As much success as the school has, it is extremely important to recognize the parents and the important role they play in this process. Students come to school well rested and encouraged to do their best by their parents and that is a huge motivator for the students. CHRISTMAS PROGRAM: An early reminder, the Eisenhower Christmas Band and Vocal concert is scheduled for Monday, December 9th, 2019 starting at 6:30 with the Band. The Read more

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK NEWSLETTER ONLINE: This is the fifth year of change for the newsletter being posted on-line for parents to access it. The office has included the instructions on how to access the newsletter and the school menus. Go to usd211.org, click on the elementary tab you can select the menu or newsletter from the drop down menu. If you have any questions, please call the office. BACKPACK PROGRAM: A reminder we have a program to help families out on weekends Read more

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S OFFICE PROGRESS REPORTS: Progress reports will be going home on the 13th of November except for kindergarten students. If you have not already signed up, you can monitor your child’s progress while at home. It is a simple procedure, if you have access to the Internet. You can contact the office and Darcie will set you up with a password and then you can have access to the progress of your child on a daily, weekly and Read more

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK PICTURE RETAKES: The date for picture retakes is scheduled for Friday, November 1st, 2019. FLU AND COLD SEASON: Please remind your children to drink plenty of liquids and get plenty of sleep in the next few months. We want our children in school for effective learning. Proper nutrition and plenty of rest will help the students stay in school, where we want them, on a daily basis. COATS AND HATS: Fall weather is here, with winter Read more

FROM THE PRINCIPAL’S DESK HALLOWEEN: Just a friendly reminder that for Halloween only Kindergarten students dress in costumes. NO SCHOOL: On Friday, October 18th, and Monday, October 21st, there will be no school for the students. Friday will be the end of the first nine weeks of school. Teachers will use this time to prepare their grades and also to get ready for Parent/Teacher conferences scheduled for Monday, October 21st, 2019. END OF FIRST QUARTER: The first quarter (40 days) Read more