March 19th-

Coming Soon!

March 19th - Board Meeting: In Person
March 25th - Exhibition Night for Grades 1/3/5 &7
March 26th - Exhibition Nights for Grades K/2/4/6 & 8
March 26th - Executive Committee
April 1st - Facilities Committee
April 2nd - Afternoon Student Led Conferences
April 3rd- Student Led Conferences - NO SCHOOL - EA Available
April 3rd - N&E Committee
April 6th-10th - Spring Break

Evergreen's Google Calendar

Calendar adjustments to make up for snow days

We have just under 4 hours to make up due to weather related closings/delays. We are scheduling the snow makeup times by adding an hour for several Mondays.

The dates are March 23rd and 30th and April 20th and 27th. Dismissal will be 1 hour later for each grade span.

K-2 2:25pm

3-4 2:35pm

5-8 2:45pm

Progress Reports for the second trimester are now available in the Infinite Campus parent portal.

Celebration of Learning:
Exhibition Nights

Next week is Exhibition Nights. For a complete program for the evening please see the Exhibition Nights Page.

Grades 1/3/5 &7 will be Wednesday, March 25th from 5:30-6:30pm.

Kindergarten/2/4/6 & 8 will be Thursday, March 26th from 5:30-6:30pm.

This Celebration of Learning is part of the curriculum and should be attended by all students and families.

EverAfter Info

Everafter is open until 6:00pm each evening during Exhibition Nights, if you are picking up from EA before attending the event, give yourself enough time to go through the normal check out procedures. Children in EverAfter must be signed out by their parent before attending Exhibition Night.

Spots in red in the picture will be reserved for EverAfter sign-out only. Parents picking up from EverAfter before attending the event need to park elsewhere.

Please reserve spots in front of the gym for EverAfter pick up!

World Down Syndrome Awareness Day TOMORROW AND Saturday

World Down Syndrome Awareness Day fall on a Saturday this year, so to celebrate with Mark, Lucy, and Sasha, we invite you to wear your mismatch socks to school on Friday, March 20th!

“We’re made up of chromosomes and almost everyone has 46… but people with Down syndrome have 47. By wearing fun, mismatched socks on March 21st, [or the school on the 20th] we are showing everyone that being different can be fun! When someone asks about your socks, take the opportunity to tell them about your friends Lucy, Sasha, and Mark and about World Down Syndrome Day!”

Evergreen Sponsor:
WNC Insurance

WNC Insurance Agency in Asheville, NC understands the importance of protecting what matters most to you. Whether you're looking for auto, home, or business insurance, they are dedicated to providing personalized service and expert advice. Bundling deals offer comprehensive coverage at unbeatable rates, ensuring peace of mind for you and your family. They offer free quotes to help you make informed decisions about your insurance needs. If you aren't sure what you need or simply want to discuss your options, give them a call. They’ll be happy to provide a quote and discuss the benefits of each option. Contact WNC Insurance today to discover how we can help safeguard your future.

Thank you again, to all of our Tourney Sponsors!

New Tourney Dates

We will be working with grade 3-8 teachers to determine new Tourney Dates that work for all!

We will keep the Tourney Giving Page open until the games have been played!
www.givebutter.com/tourney26

In the meanwhile enjoy some pictures from K-2’s Tourney Games in the gym on Monday!

EOY Trip Fees

End of year trips are almost here! All trip payments are due in full by March 31st. Please make plans to have your trip fees paid up by then.

EverAfter & Summer Camp Fees

All EverAfter balances should be paid up BEFORE making payments for summer camp. 

Please login to My School Bucks and check your balances as soon as possible.

If you need assistance please contact Beth Rankin.

Summer Camp Registration is now Open!

Enrollment is now open for
Summer Adventures!

This summer, we will be open the weeks of:

  • June 22-26, 

  • July 6-10, 

  • July 13-17,

  • July 20-24, and 

  • July 27-31.

Cost is $325/week for the regular camp day, and $375/week for the extended day option.

Highlights of our camp include art, bikes, water play, hikes for older campers, and top-rope climbing!

Following Up: Doomscrolling & Its Impact on Families

Last week, we talked about how children are impacted by media exposure and how to navigate tough conversations. This week, we’re taking a closer look at something many adults (and increasingly, kids) experience: “doomscrolling.”

Doomscrolling often begins with good intentions, wanting to understand what’s happening in the world so we can feel informed and prepared. This pull toward information is very human! At the same time, constant access to news and social media can make it easy to get stuck in a cycle of negative content, leaving us feeling overwhelmed or anxious.

Mental health experts note that doomscrolling can contribute to increased anxiety, disrupted sleep, difficulty focusing, and heightened stress for both adults and children. Even when kids aren’t directly engaging with the content, they are often picking up on what we see, hear, and feel.

The good news is that small changes can make a big difference. As caregivers, one of the most powerful tools we have is modeling healthy habits.

Here are some ways to create a healthier balance at home:

  • Lead by example: Children notice our habits. Setting boundaries around your own screen time and engaging in offline activities sends a powerful message.

  • Set digital boundaries: Use screen-time limits or built-in tools to create natural stopping points. Encourage regular breaks to help the mind rest and reset.

  • Create tech-free times: Consider screen-free moments during meals or before bedtime. Keeping devices out of reach at night can support better sleep for everyone.

  • Try the 80/20 rule: Aim for most screen time (about 80%) to be educational, creative, or enriching, with the remaining time for entertainment.

  • Balance the content: Balance heavier news with more positive or neutral content (“joyscrolling”).

  • Rediscover offline activities: Encourage hobbies that don’t involve screens, such as spending time outdoors, reading, creating art, or playing music. These experiences help build creativity and resilience.

By being intentional about our media habits, we not only support our own well-being but also create a calmer, more reassuring environment for our children.

Sunbucks will be available Summer 2026!

Do you qualify for NCDHHS’s Summer Nutritional Assistance Program? Find out on their website.

If you are already registered for the National Free Lunch Program you are auto-enrolled.

If you already have an EBT card, the funds will automatically be loaded. If you don't already have an EBT card, one will be mailed to you - to the address the school has on file- on March 31. Making this is a great time to make sure the school has up to date contact information for your family!

 

Staff Treat Sign Ups!

Click the link above to join The Merry Band of Treat Bringers. We brighten the teachers' day each Thursday with an offering to let them know how much we appreciate everything they do for our kiddos.

Seeking: Snacks, Mac & Cheese, GF ITems, Crackers, Granola, Oatmeal, Breakfast Bars, Cereal, Shelf Stable Milk, Jams & Jellies, Stews

Feed The Village

  • Shop at the pantry, open to all!

  • Donate if able

Want to get more creative? Put together a Shelf Stable Meal Kit!
Here are a few examples of what you can put together:

  • 3 Bean Chili Meal Kit - black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chili seasoning packet

    Chicken Tacos- 2 cans of chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, packet of taco seasoning, taco shells

    Spaghetti - noodles, pasta sauce, shelf stable grated parmesan cheese

    Breakfast Bag- oatmeal packets, granola bars, fruit cups, shelf stable milk, instant coffee

What other shelf stable meal kits can you come up with??

This year, more than ever, We really Need every penny.

Here are some simple things we can do as a collective that can make a big difference. The more participation we get in these programs, the greater the rewards for our school!

Please spend the time to link your grocery rewards cards to Evergreen. Get your neighbors to do the same. Register your in-laws, your parents, your friends. This small investment of time can make a big difference each time you go to the store to restock!

Register your Harris Teeter Card here. You must re-register each and every year.

Register your Ingles Card here. You must re-register each and every year.
Our school id number is 10713.

Download the Box Tops for Education App and scan your receipts.

Cans for Climbing
Bring your aluminum cans for recycling, drop them in the trailer that sits by the buses. Cans for Climbing supports our Adventure Program and brings in over a thousand dollars each year!

Click on the graphic to browse her list.

Add friends and family as “Fans”. Check out their selection of mugs, ornaments and shirts all made with your student’s art!

March 12th- Spirit Week Edition!

Coming Soon!

March 13th - Legislative Committee
March 13th - Picture Day
March 16th - Tourney of the Hoops
March 19th - Board Meeting In Person
March 25th - Exhibition Night for Grades 1/3/5 &7
March 26th - Exhibition Nights for Grades K/2/4/6 & 8
March 26th - Executive Committee

Evergreen's Google Calendar
 

EOY Trip Fees

End of year trips are almost here! All trip payments are due in full by March 31st. Please make plans to have your trip fees paid up by then.

EverAfter & Summer Camp Fees

All EverAfter balances should be paid up BEFORE making payments for summer camp. 

Please login to My School Bucks and check your balances as soon as possible.

If you need assistance please contact Beth Rankin.

Calendar Adjustments to make up for snow days

We have just under 4 hours to make up due to weather related closings/delays. We are scheduling the snow makeup times by adding an hour for several Mondays.

The dates are March 23rd and 30th and April 20th and 27th. Dismissal will be 1 hour later for each grade span.

K-2 2:25pm

3-4 2:35pm

5-8 2:45pm

MARCH 16th: Spring Fundraiser & Evergreen Phenomenon:
Tourney of the Hoops!

TL;DR: Please solicit $111/ea for the Spring Fundraiser this year. Ask 10 people for $10.

Important Tourney Dates

  • March 16th - Tourney of the Hoops GAME DAY

We are nearly halfway to the finish line! Don’t lose momentum yet! Keep sharing the fundraiser!

Our goal for this fundraiser is $50,000. This money is crucial to our school’s budget. Literally keeping lights on and salaries paid.

As of publication, Fifth Grade is closest to meeting their $5,555 grade level goal, with Fourth Grade close behind! Can anyone reach their grade level goal before dismissal on Friday?

We have simplified the process this year, just make a donation and credit your team (that’s your grade level), and share the campaign! No registration, no individualized pages, no hassle!

The individualized pages are totally still available if you enjoy that feature- please feel free to personalize!

(YOU DO NOT NEED TO TIP GIVEBUTTER! Select ‘Other’ and enter $0.00)

GIVE If and what you can!
Make sure you specify your grade level!
SHARE the load by sharing our fundraiser with extended and chosen family: www.givebutter.com/tourney26
GET Your Game Face Ready!

For Tourney FAQ’s see our Tourney Page!

Don’t forget you can also give to the Penny Jug in the front office! We mean it when we say: any amount helps!

Also- don’t miss: Tourney of the Boops!
Evergreen Doggos are competing to see who is the fund-raising-est pooch in Evergreen? You can boop the snoot of:
Poppy (Supporting Kindergarten),
Mae (Supporting Seventh Grade),
or Daisy (Supporting Fourth Grade),
when you donate any amount!

Boop!

Give a round of applause for our 2026 tourney sponsors!!!

Breakfast Special!

Ms. Sarah has arranged a very special breakfast offering for Tourney Game Day! On Monday, March 16th, she’s going to have the breakfast kiosk stocked with bagels from Jersey South Bagel Co. as well as some other beloved hoops- Cheerios!

If your child doesn’t normally get breakfast, full price is $2.75. And this is definitely part of our free/reduced breakfast program if you participate in that.

Teachers and staff, if you want in on the bagel action, adult breakfast runs $3.00

Thanks Ms. Sarah for this fun addition to the Tourney of the Hoops Spirit!

Celebration of Learning:
Exhibition Nights

Save the Date for Exhibition Nights coming up at the end of March!

We divide the school into two nights similar to Fall Family Nights. Both evenings are scheduled from 5:30-6:30pm.

Grades 1/3/5 &7 will be Wednesday, March 25th.

Kindergarten/2/4/6 & 8 will be Thursday, March 26th.

This Celebration of Learning is part of the curriculum and should be attended by all students and families.

To learn more about this Evergreen tradition rooted in the EL Learning model check out the Exhibition Nights page.

World Down Syndrome Awareness Day

World Down Syndrome Awareness Day fall on a Saturday this year, so to celebrate with Mark, Lucy, and Sasha, we invite you to wear your mismatch socks to school on Friday, March 20th!

“We’re made up of chromosomes and almost everyone has 46… but people with Down syndrome have 47. By wearing fun, mismatched socks on March 21st, [or the school on the 20th] we are showing everyone that being different can be fun! When someone asks about your socks, take the oppurtunity to tell them about your friends Lucy, Sasha, and Mark and about World Down syndrome day!”

Summer Camp Registration is now Open!

Enrollment is now open for
Summer Adventures!

This summer, we will be open the weeks of:

  • June 22-26, 

  • July 6-10, 

  • July 13-17,

  • July 20-24, and 

  • July 27-31.

Cost is $325/week for the regular camp day, and $375/week for the extended day option.

Highlights of our camp include art, bikes, water play, hikes for older campers, and top-rope climbing!

Navigating Tough Conversations: Children and the Media

Did you know that children are often more observant than adults? While adults tend to focus their attention on one task at a time, children often notice many things happening around them. This means that even something as routine as scrolling on your phone or having the news on in the background can catch a child’s attention.

In today’s digital world, children are exposed to more media than ever before. News about local and global conflicts or other troubling events can appear in headlines, conversations, or videos that children may see or overhear. Even when exposure is unintentional, these stories can bring up big feelings for kids, including fear, confusion, sadness, or worry. While adults may be better able to process difficult news, children’s developing brains often struggle to make sense of upsetting events. As a result, they may need extra reassurance, conversation, and support from the adults around them.

How to Support Your Child

Many families find themselves navigating difficult questions about these topics. Here are a few gentle ways to approach these conversations:

Start by listening. A simple way to begin is by asking, “What have you heard about this?” This helps you understand what your child already knows and creates a safe space for them to share their thoughts and questions.

Keep it simple. Offer clear, age-appropriate information. You don’t need to have all the answers. Often, what children need most is your calm presence and reassurance.

Focus on feelings. Instead of trying to explain every detail of why something is happening, it can be more helpful to focus on how your child is feeling. Let them know their feelings are valid and that you are there to support them.

Offer reassurance. These conversations will naturally grow and change as your child gets older. Simply talking together and reminding your child that they are safe and cared for can go a long way in helping them feel secure.

Keeping the conversation open and supportive helps children make sense of the world around them in a healthy and manageable way.

Spirit Week Shenanigans

 

Staff Treat Sign Ups!

Click the link above to join The Merry Band of Treat Bringers. We brighten the teachers' day each Thursday with an offering to let them know how much we appreciate everything they do for our kiddos.

Seeking: Snacks, Mac & Cheese, GF ITems, Crackers, Granola, Oatmeal, Breakfast Bars, Cereal, Shelf Stable Milk, Jams & Jellies, Stews

Feed The Village

  • Shop at the pantry, open to all!

  • Donate if able

Want to get more creative? Put together a Shelf Stable Meal Kit!
Here are a few examples of what you can put together:

  • 3 Bean Chili Meal Kit - black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chili seasoning packet

    Chicken Tacos- 2 cans of chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, packet of taco seasoning, taco shells

    Spaghetti - noodles, pasta sauce, shelf stable grated parmesan cheese

    Breakfast Bag- oatmeal packets, granola bars, fruit cups, shelf stable milk, instant coffee

What other shelf stable meal kits can you come up with??

This year, more than ever, We really Need every penny.

Here are some simple things we can do as a collective that can make a big difference. The more participation we get in these programs, the greater the rewards for our school!

Please spend the time to link your grocery rewards cards to Evergreen. Get your neighbors to do the same. Register your in-laws, your parents, your friends. This small investment of time can make a big difference each time you go to the store to restock!

Register your Harris Teeter Card here. You must re-register each and every year.

Register your Ingles Card here. You must re-register each and every year.
Our school id number is 10713.

Download the Box Tops for Education App and scan your receipts.

Cans for Climbing
Bring your aluminum cans for recycling, drop them in the trailer that sits by the buses. Cans for Climbing supports our Adventure Program and brings in over a thousand dollars each year!

Click on the graphic to browse her list.

Add friends and family as “Fans”. Check out their selection of mugs, ornaments and shirts all made with your student’s art!

March 5th - Director's Letter

Happy March! I hope you are all having a good break and enjoying some spring-like weather.

Executive Director Search Process

I’m sure many of you are curious about the process for finding Evergreen’s next Executive Director. I’m sending on an update from Ashley, our Board Chair, with an overview of how the process:

My name is Ashley Shores-Bobowski and I have the opportunity to serve as the Evergreen board chair. I want to provide a few updates as we embark on the important work of hiring a new ED for Evergreen.

Here is the process timeline from the ED job description:
Application period: February 4 - March 8, 2026
Interviews scheduled: March 16- April 13, 2026
Anticipated date of offer: May 1, 2026 (dates subject to change as the search team works through the process)

We are grateful for the community members who have committed to being on our ED search committee. We sought to keep the committee to a manageable size while ensuring that we had a strong balance of representation from all stakeholders. Please thank these folks for offering their time: 

Ashley Shores-Bobowski: Board Chair,
Beth Rankin: Business Manager,
Marni Silverberg: Middle School Teacher and Parent,
Heather Tate: Elementary Teacher,
Emily Wright-Moore: Board Member & Parent,
Nichole Onash: Former Board Member & Parent,
SJ Smith: 5-8 Associate Director & Parent

We are grateful for the large number of parents and community members who took time to complete the ED search survey. That information will deeply inform the process and next steps. During final interviews, we will also have an opportunity for parent and community members to submit questions and provide input. 

In partnership,
Ashley + Evergreen Board

Spring Fundraiser:
Tourney of the Hoops

Tourney of the Hoops is coming up fast and is a super important fundraiser for the school! We know we ask parents to give often - this is a great opportunity to encourage your kids to expand their reach and ask neighbors, extended family members, and friends to support our active, fun, competitive and collaborative spring fundraiser. Each grade level has a goal and incentives to meet their goals. Find out more on the Tourney of the Hoops Giving Page!

Unlike many school’s fundraisers, all funds go directly to Evergreen and are used to support the school’s operating goals.

School hours makeup

After the most recent delays, we’ll need to make up 3.75 hours of school (barring other delays or closings). The admin team is seeking staff input and will create a plan for these makeups and announce the options as soon as possible!

Kitchen Construction update

The footers have been poured and we are awaiting a building delivery date, but you can expect to see the kitchen building in place by mid-April!


See you all next week!

Coming Soon!

Evergreen's Google Calendar

March 9th-13th - Spirit Week
March 11th - Facilities Committee
March 12th - Finance Committee
March 13th - Legislative Committee
March 13th - Picture Day
March 14th - Dayum Daylight Disco at Revival
March 16th - Tourney of the Hoops
March 19th - Board Meeting In Person
March 25th - Exhibition Night for Grades 1/3/5 &7
March 26th - Exhibition Nights for Grades K/2/4/6 & 8
March 26th - Executive Committee

The 2026-2027 School Year Calendar has been released!

MARCH 16th: Spring Fundraiser & Evergreen Phenomenon:
Tourney of the Hoops!

TL;DR: Please solicit $111/ea for the Spring Fundraiser this year. Ask 10 people for $10.

Important Tourney Dates

  • March 9th- 13th - Pledge/Spirit Week -
    LET THE PLEDGING BEGIN!

  • March 16th - Tourney of the Hoops GAME DAY

Spirit Week Switcheroo! Someone pointed out that we had mistakenly scheduled Mismatch Day during Class Picture Day. Oops! We have switched this with Anything but a Backpack Day so that you can still have your student dress in their fave outfits for Picture Day on Friday!

Click here to add Spirit Week to your Google Calendar for quick reference to the Theme of the Day!

Welcome to March Madness! This year we will be going straight from March Break into our big Spring Fundraiser that supports our teachers and students!

Our goal for this fundraiser is $50,000. This money is crucial to our school’s budget. Literally keeping lights on and salaries paid.

During Spirit Week each grade level will be racing to see who can reach their grade level goal of $5,555 first. We will be offering fun incentives each day for the grade who gets the most pledges from the day before!

Since there are approximately 50 students per grade we need each student to think of their individual goal as being $111!

We have simplified the process this year, just make a donation and credit your team (that’s your grade level), and share the campaign! No registration, no individualized pages, no hassle!

The individualized pages are totally still available if you enjoy that feature- please feel free to personalize!

(YOU DO NOT NEED TO TIP GIVEBUTTER! Select ‘Other’ and enter $0.00)

GIVE If and what you can!
Make sure you specify your grade level!
SHARE the load by sharing our fundraiser with extended and chosen family: www.givebutter.com/tourney26
GET Your Game Face Ready!

For Tourney FAQ’s see our Tourney Page!

Incentives

Part of the reason we took over the Spring Fundraiser from the All Inclusive Fundraising Corporate Outfits, is because our students pointed out that those kinds of events actually generate a lot of waste. We had to concede, they were right, it did not really match with the Evergreen ethos.

So we shifted to experience based incentives that promote FUN over ‘stuff’. Because the last thing any of us needs is more plastic tchotchke!

We also award incentives based on the number of gifts from different donors, or new donors, or as the week progresses, based on meeting overall goals. We try to focus less on dollar amounts. What matters most is participation!

Student Council helped us come up with this list to ensure the incentives are still kid approved!

Classrooms may choose to sweeten the pot by offering special incentives, this is a room by room or teaching team decision.

Summer Camp Registration is now Open!

Enrollment is now open for
Summer Adventures!

This summer, we will be open the weeks of:

  • June 22-26, 

  • July 6-10, 

  • July 13-17,

  • July 20-24, and 

  • July 27-31.

Cost is $325 for the regular camp day, and $375 for the extended day option.

Highlights of our camp include art, bikes, water play, hikes for older campers, and top-rope climbing!

Celebration of Learning:
Exhibition Nights

Save the Date for Exhibition Nights coming up at the end of March!

We divide the school into two nights similar to Fall Family Nights.

Grades 1/3/5 &7 will be Wednesday, March 25th.

Kindergarten/2/4/6 & 8 will be Thursday, March 26th.

This Celebration of Learning is part of the curriculum and should be attended by all students and families.

To learn more about this Evergreen tradition rooted in the EL Learning model check out the Exhibition Nights page.

 

Staff Treat Sign Ups!

Click the link above to join The Merry Band of Treat Bringers. We brighten the teachers' day each Thursday with an offering to let them know how much we appreciate everything they do for our kiddos.

Seeking: Snacks, Mac & Cheese, GF ITems, Crackers, Granola, Oatmeal, Breakfast Bars, Cereal, Shelf Stable Milk, Jams & Jellies, Stews

Feed The Village

  • Shop at the pantry, open to all!

  • Donate if able

Want to get more creative? Put together a Shelf Stable Meal Kit!
Here are a few examples of what you can put together:

  • 3 Bean Chili Meal Kit - black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chili seasoning packet

    Chicken Tacos- 2 cans of chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, packet of taco seasoning, taco shells

    Spaghetti - noodles, pasta sauce, shelf stable grated parmesan cheese

    Breakfast Bag- oatmeal packets, granola bars, fruit cups, shelf stable milk, instant coffee

What other shelf stable meal kits can you come up with??

This year, more than ever, We really Need every penny.

Here are some simple things we can do as a collective that can make a big difference. The more participation we get in these programs, the greater the rewards for our school!

Please spend the time to link your grocery rewards cards to Evergreen. Get your neighbors to do the same. Register your in-laws, your parents, your friends. This small investment of time can make a big difference each time you go to the store to restock!

Register your Harris Teeter Card here. You must re-register each and every year.

Register your Ingles Card here. You must re-register each and every year.
Our school id number is 10713.

Download the Box Tops for Education App and scan your receipts.

Cans for Climbing
Bring your aluminum cans for recycling, drop them in the trailer that sits by the buses. Cans for Climbing supports our Adventure Program and brings in over a thousand dollars each year!

Click on the graphic to browse her list.

Add friends and family as “Fans”. Check out their selection of mugs, ornaments and shirts all made with your student’s art!

February 26th

Coming Soon!

February 26th - Middle School Open House
February 27th - End of 2nd Trimester
March 2nd-3rd - No School - Teacher Work Day- EA Available
March 4-6th - No School - March Break - EA Available
March 9th-13th - Spirit Week
March 14th - Dayum Daylight Disco at Revival
March 16th - Tourney of the Hoops
March 19th - Board Meeting In Person
March 25th & 26th - Exhibition Nights

The 2026-2027 School Year Calendar has been released!

Evergreen's Google Calendar

TODAY!

We invite our rising middle grade parents and students to come discover Evergreen’s Middle School Program!

We have rescheduled this event for February 26th, hopefully that will allow more of you to join us to get to know our Middle School Teachers and chat with the Middle School Admin, SJ Smith.

Here’s an invite to share with anyone who might be interested in learning more about Evergreen Middle School.

MARCH 16th: Spring Fundraiser & Evergreen Phenomenon:
Tourney of the Hoops!

TL;DR: Please solicit $111/ea for the Spring Fundraiser this year. Ask 10 people for $10.

Important Tourney Dates

  • March 9th- 13th - Pledge/Spirit Week -
    LET THE PLEDGING BEGIN!

  • March 16th - Tourney of the Hoops GAME DAY

Welcome to March Madness! This year we will be going straight from March Break into our big Spring Fundraiser that supports our teachers and students!

Our goal for this fundraiser is $50,000. This money is crucial to our school’s budget. Literally keeping lights on and salaries paid.

During Spirit Week each grade level will be racing to see who can reach their grade level goal of $5,555 first. We will be offering fun incentives each day for the grade who gets the most pledges from the day before!

Since there are approximately 50 students per grade we need each student to think of their individual goal as being $111!

We have simplified the process this year, just make a donation and credit your team (that’s your grade level), and share the campaign! No registration, no individualized pages, no hassle!

The individualized pages are totally still available if you enjoy that feature- please feel free to personalize!

(YOU DO NOT NEED TO TIP GIVEBUTTER! Select ‘Other’ and enter $0.00)

GIVE If and what you can!
Make sure you specify your grade level!
SHARE the load by sharing our fundraiser with extended and chosen family: www.givebutter.com/tourney26
GET Your Game Face Ready!

TOURNEY FAQS

Q: What is Tourney of the Hoops?
A: It’s a day for students to get together and play a uniquely Evergreen game, Capture the Hoops.

Q: What is Capture the Hoops?
A: The game was invented by former Evergreen Teacher, Chris Weaver and has remained a staple of the third grade experience ever since! At one point we had such a devoted cadre of Capturers that families gathered to play the game at area parks on the weekends!

It became a tradition for Third Grade to play the game on Friday afternoons and remains so to this day.

There have been some evolutions in the rules through the years, but you can think of it like Capture the Flag, but with hoops not flags. There are many hoops, not just one per team, and the game is played in the round across four quadrants with a free space in the center affectionately named Coney Island at some point in recent history.

Q: My student is in Kindergarten/First/Second Grade! They won’t know how to play!

A: Capture The Hoops is a bit much for K-2 Kiddos. We teach them Hoop Based Team Building Games to ensure they also have a fun and safe day that’s not overwhelming!

Save the Date:
Exhibition Nights

Save the Date for Exhibition Nights coming up at the end of March!

We divide the school into two nights similar to Fall Family Nights.

Grades 1/3/5 &7 will be Wednesday, March 25th.

Kindergarten/2/4/6 & 8 will be Thursday, March 26th.

This Celebration of Learning is part of the curriculum and should be attended by all students and families.

To learn more about this Evergreen tradition rooted in the EL Learning model check out the Exhibition Nights page.

Integrity

According to the American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, children and adults lie for similar reasons: to get out of trouble, for personal gain, to impress or protect someone, or to be polite. At a young age, kids will experiment with the truth and continue doing so through all the developmental stages, with varying degrees of sophistication and elaboration.

As the primary role models in children's lives, parents and caregivers play a vital part in showcasing honesty. They also have the most influence on instilling a deep-rooted commitment to telling the truth. As children mature and acquire a more sophisticated understanding of social etiquette, parents must help children differentiate between little white lies told to spare people's feelings and downright dishonesty.

For maximum influence at each developmental stage, address the subject of lying in an age-appropriate way. Check out these listed resources and articles to learn age appropriate techniques to support your child in choosing honesty.

Here is an article that includes activities for both kids and teens:  Positive Psychology: Worksheets about Honesty 
Podcast: Speaking of Psychology Ep. 200 - The Truth About Why Kids Lie with Victoria Talwar, PhD

 

Staff Treat Sign Ups!

Click the link above to join The Merry Band of Treat Bringers. We brighten the teachers' day each Thursday with an offering to let them know how much we appreciate everything they do for our kiddos.

Seeking: Snacks, Mac & Cheese, GF ITems, Crackers, Granola, Oatmeal, Breakfast Bars, Cereal, Shelf Stable Milk, Jams & Jellies, Stews

Feed The Village

  • Shop at the pantry, open to all!

  • Donate if able

Want to get more creative? Put together a Shelf Stable Meal Kit!
Here are a few examples of what you can put together:

  • 3 Bean Chili Meal Kit - black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chili seasoning packet

    Chicken Tacos- 2 cans of chicken, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, packet of taco seasoning, taco shells

    Spaghetti - noodles, pasta sauce, shelf stable grated parmesan cheese

    Breakfast Bag- oatmeal packets, granola bars, fruit cups, shelf stable milk, instant coffee

What other shelf stable meal kits can you come up with??

This year, more than ever, We really Need every penny.

Here are some simple things we can do as a collective that can make a big difference. The more participation we get in these programs, the greater the rewards for our school!

Please spend the time to link your grocery rewards cards to Evergreen. Get your neighbors to do the same. Register your in-laws, your parents, your friends. This small investment of time can make a big difference each time you go to the store to restock!

Register your Harris Teeter Card here. You must re-register each and every year.

Register your Ingles Card here. You must re-register each and every year.
Our school id number is 10713.

Download the Box Tops for Education App and scan your receipts.

Cans for Climbing
Bring your aluminum cans for recycling, drop them in the trailer that sits by the buses. Cans for Climbing supports our Adventure Program and brings in over a thousand dollars each year!

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Add friends and family as “Fans”. Check out their selection of mugs, ornaments and shirts all made with your student’s art!