April 16th


Coming Soon!

April 20th - Earth Day & Plant Sale
April 21st - Plant Sale
April 23rd - Executive Committee
April 29th - May 1st - 7th Grade EOY Trip!
May 1st - 2nd Grade EOY Trip
May 1st - N&E Committee
May 5th-7th- 3rd Grade EOY Trip
May 5th -8th - 5th Grade EOY Trip
May 5th-8th - 8th Grade EOY Trip
May 6th-8th - 4th Grade EOY Trip
May 6th-8th - 6th Grade EOY Trip
May 6th - Facilities Committee
May 8th - Legislative Committee


Pre-Order 2025-2026 Yearbooks!

Yearbooks can now be pre-ordered through MySchoolBucks for $25!

Pre-ordering your copy will let us to know how many we need to have printed. We will order a limited quantity of extras which will be available for purchase at school after the preorder window has closed on May 1st. These copies will be offered on a first come first served basis. Make sure you get your copy by pre-ordering now!


April 20th-21st Evergreen’s Earth Day celebration and Plant Sale

A donation from Danny's Dumpsters of 4 yards of compost for our garden has been really key to our Garden Revival!

If you are getting compost for your garden this spring consider checking out their services!

Earth Day is next Monday!

Joele has a bevvy of activities for celebrate! Bee City USA Asheville will be buzzing about. TAASC will be teaching students about Wilderness First Aid. Seventh Grade has a Global Citizens table that will be serving fizzy drinks. The Smoothie Bike rides again and the Department of Environmental Quality will have a presentation on solar panels.

Also, don’t Miss the annual Earth Day Plant Sale happening Monday and Tuesday!


Tourney Rain Dates!

On Monday, Fifth and Sixth Graders hit the field for their Tourney of the Hoops Rain Date! We could not have asked for a prettier day! Hopefully our luck holds out for the rest of the rescheduled games!

Third and Fourth Grade plasy tomorrow afternoon at 1:45pm.

Seventh & Eighth Grade will play on April 27th 1:30pm.

We will keep the giving page open through the end of the month. We are currently only $8,022 short of our goal! Has your grade level made it to their goal of $5,555?

www.givebutter.com/tourney26

We are also keeping the Penny Jug out through the 27th! So send in your pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters! Let’s make Johnny’s brother, “Miscellaneous Cash” our biggest donor of the Tourney!


ISO Skaters!

The EverAfter Skateboard club, needs 3 more kids in order to start next week! It's run by Eric Hunt from PUSH Skate Shop,
Mondays: April 20-May 11. More info on EA website.


Return those Library Books!

If you see a charge in MySchoolBucks for a library book, that is a replacement fee, not a fine, for overdue books. Simply return the book to the library to have this fee removed from your account!


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!


Save the Date!
Evergreen Art Show Opens on May 12th!

Join us for our Annual Spring Art Show Opening on May 12th, from 4:30pm-6:30pm at the East Asheville Library.

The Library will provide light refreshments and K-8 work will be displayed in their Flowstate Gallery.

Second grade works on mastering Radial Symmetry!


“Post- Spring Break Blues”: Navigating the Return to Routine

We hope your family had a restful spring break! As students return to school, it’s normal to see a mix of emotions, including excitement, fatigue, and sometimes anxiety about getting back into routines. The "Post-Spring Break Blues" are common, but for some students they may feel overwhelming, showing up as reluctance to attend school or difficulty re-engaging.

Signs Your Child May Be Struggling:

  • Hesitation or refusal to go to school

  • Frequent complaints of stomachaches or headaches

  • Increased need for reassurance or difficulty separating

  • Trouble focusing or feeling overwhelmed

  • Changes in mood, such as irritability or withdrawal

As we enter the final stretch of the school year, we want to partner with you to ensure every student feels supported and ready to learn. Here are some ways to support a smooth transition back and for the remainder of the year: 

  • Check In and Validate: Keep conversations open and supportive while maintaining clear expectations about attending school

  • Rebuild Routines: Consistent sleep and morning routines help create predictability; preparing the night before can ease stress

  • Use the "Bridge" Technique: Help your child find a "bridge" between home and school by focusing on something they look forward to. Is there a favorite teacher to see, a friend to sit with at lunch, or a club meeting? 

  • Start Small: Encourage manageable goals and celebrate progress

  • Practice Coping Skills: Use strategies like deep breathing and positive self-talk

  • Stay Connected: Reach out to teachers or the school counselor for additional support

If your child continues to struggle, extra support may be helpful. Please don’t hesitate to reach out. As always, we are here to support you and your child.



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!


April 2nd


Hi Evergreen,

Spring is in the air and the excitement about spring break is palpable in the halls today. We’re looking forward to seeing you all at student led conferences this evening or tomorrow, and really loved having you all here last week for Exhibition Nights!

Before you leave for spring break, here are a few things on the radar here at school:

As you saw in my email last week, now is a crucial time to advocate for public schools to the NC general assembly - they are about to reconvene for the spring session and it’s vital that they hear from parents and families about how the lack of funding is impacting public schools and our teachers’ well-being! 

In staffing news, James Wilson, who has run EverAfter for years, will be stepping out of that role next year and we will be looking for a new afterschool director. We are going to miss his leadership in the role but are happy that we will still have him as part of the community!

You’ll keep getting reminders, but there are 4 more snow makeup Mondays where we have a 1hr delayed dismissal.

After spring break, time will just start flying and there are lots of events happening! Please stay tuned to hear more about Earth Day and our annual plant sale, end of year trips, the Annual Meeting in May, hiring, staffing, and budgeting updates, teacher/staff appreciation week, End of Grade Testing, and all of the celebratory end of year events! Many of these are already posted on the Evergreen calendar (found on the website and able to be added to your google calendar for ease!) so check it out!

Reminder - check out the Infinite Campus parent portal for child’s Trimester 2 progress report if you haven’t already.

That’s all for now - enjoy conferences, spring break, the warm weather and sunshine, and buckle up for the rest of the school year!!

For more info on the NC Budget Impasse and why it matters for our community, please refer to the “Letter from our Board Chair on NC Budget Impasse” that was sent to families on March 23rd.

Who to Contact

Phil Berger, Senate leader

  ○ Phone: 919-733-5708

  ○ Email: Phil.Berger@ncleg.gov

● Destin Hall,
NC Speaker of the House

  ○ Phone: 919-733-3451

  ○ Email: Destin.Hall@ncleg.gov

● Michael Lee,
NC Senate Majority Leader

  ○ Phone: 919-715-2525

  ○ Email: Michael.Lee@ncleg.gov

● Brian Turner, NC House Representative, district 116

  ○ Phone: 919-715-3012

  ○ Email: Brian.Turner@ncleg.gov

Julie Mayfield,
NC Senator, district 49

  ○ Phone: 919-715-3001

  ○ Email: Julie.Mayfield@ncleg.gov


Coming Soon!

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
April 20th - Earth Day


Student Led Conferences

Thursday, April 2nd: after school/ evening hours
Drop in Care available in the Multipurpose Room (Modular behind Middle School)
Friday, April 3rd: during regular class time - No School:
Drop In Care available in Gym during conference times, Register for All Day Care, sign up through EA newsletter

If you are using Drop-In Care during conferences: you will need to bring your child(ren) in with you, speak with EverAfter staff, and sign them in and out. You MAY NOT just send them to wherever you see other kids. It'll take you a few minutes to do that; please plan accordingly so that you are not late to your conference time--your child's teachers' time is both valuable AND limited! If you prefer not to use EverAfter, please keep your children with you, or just outside of whatever classroom you are conferencing in. Unsupervised kids will be sent back to their parents or to the main office. Thanks for keeping kids supervised and safe!


Pre-Order 2025-2026 Yearbooks!

Yearbooks can now be pre-ordered through MySchoolBucks for $25!

Pre-ordering your copy will let us to know how many we need to have printed. We will order a limited quantity of extras which will be available for purchase at school after the preorder window has closed on May 1st. These copies will be offered on a first come first served basis. Make sure you get your copy by pre-ordering now!


Save the Date!
April 20th-21st Evergreen’s Earth Day celebration and Plant Sale


New Tourney Dates!

Fifth and Sixth Grade hit the field the first day back from Spring Break! So make sure you spend the break practicing your grab and zig-zag technique!

We have new dates for the 3rd-8th Grade Tourney of the Hoops!

April 13th - 5th & 6th Grade @ 1:30pm
April 17th - 3rd & 4th Grade @ 1:45pm
April 27th - 7th & 8th Grade @ 1:30pm

We will keep the giving page open through the rescheduled dates! There’s still time to get your grade levels to their goal of $5,555.

www.givebutter.com/tourney26

Fourth and Fifth Grade have surpassed their goals and continue to shift back and forth between 1st and 2nd place on the leaderboard!

We are also keeping the Penny Jug out through the 27th! So send in your pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters! Let’s make Johnny’s brother, “Miscellaneous Cash” our biggest donor of the Tourney!


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!


Save the Date!
Evergreen Art Show Opens on May 12th!

Join us for our Annual Spring Art Show Opening on May 12th, from 4:30pm-6:30pm at the East Asheville Library.

The Library will provide light refreshments and K-8 work will be displayed in their Flowstate Gallery.

Second grade works on mastering Radial Symmetry!


Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Linked In!

New Kitchen Progress: Sinks!


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 26th


Coming Soon!

March 26th - Exhibition Nights for Grades K/2/4/6 & 8
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
April 20th - Earth Day

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


NEW Calendar Changes

AFTER the 2 hour delay on March 17th, we had to add 2 more Mondays to the extended schedule as voted on by the board.

The dates are March 30th, April 13th, 20th, and 27th, & May 11th.

Dismissal will be 1 hr later for each grade span.

  • K-2 will dismiss at 2:25pm

  • 3-4 will dismiss at 2:35pm

  • 5-8 will dismiss at 2:45pm


The Lost and Found Overflowth!
Please stop by and pick up your things before MARCH 31!

Exhibition Night: K,2,4,6 & 8 TONIGHT

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

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 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!


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.


Student Led Conferences

Thursday, April 2nd: after school/ evening hours
Friday, April 3rd: during regular classtime - No School: EA available

Look for a sign-up sheet in your classroom newsletters. We ask parents who are able to attend during the day on the 3rd to leave the afternoon/evening slots on the 2nd for those with a less flexible schedule.

Why Student Led? Check out our event page for more!

EverAfter will have all day care available for those who are registered. Look for the sign up form in the EA newsletter. Drop in care is available for school aged siblings during conference times.


New Tourney Dates!

We have new dates for the 3rd-8th Grade Tourney of the Hoops!

April 13th - 5th & 6th Grade
April 17th - 3rd & 4th Grade
April 27th - 7th & 8th Grade

We will keep the giving page open through the rescheduled dates! There’s still time to get your grade levels to their goal of $5,555.

www.givebutter.com/tourney26

Fourth and Fifth Grade have surpassed their goals and continue to shift back and forth between 1st and 2nd place on the leaderboard!

We are also keeping the Penny Jug out through the 27th! So send in your pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters! Let’s make Johnny’s brother, “Miscellaneous Cash” our biggest donor of the Tourney!


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!


Allowing kids to take risks and fail

There is a lot of talk these days about the increasing rates of youth anxiety, depression, suicidality, and addictions. One way we can combat the contributing factors that are out of our control (peer pressure, advertising, self-pressure, genetics, etc.) is to tune into our students’ need for experiencing age-appropriate risks and challenges. When we offer kids the space to navigate a problem or mistake independently, they grow their ability to cope with stress, distress, and discomfort that can happen in real life situations. An individual’s ability to practice learning through mistakes when the relative cost is small can positively impact one’s decision-making skills in future higher risk scenarios. 

Sometimes being a supportive parent means allowing children the space to experience and work through a problem, challenge, or mistake while offering them unconditional love and listening, rather than fixing it for them. This can be a really hard thing to do when it is in our loving nature to protect our children from perceived harm, pain, or threat! 

Dive Deeper:


Save the Date!
April 20th-21st Evergreen’s Earth Day celebration and Plant Sale


Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or Linked In!


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 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

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

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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!