Originally delivered on 11/1/2024 12:01 am

SUBJECT: November 2024 E.E.P.T.A Newsletter

September 2024 Newsletter
Note from the E.E.P.T.A. President

Hello Evergreen Families,

I want to start by thanking everyone who volunteered and attended our Fall Festival – it was a fantastic success! Thanks to you, it was a memorable day for our Evergreen community, and we’re already planning for next year’s event!

October wrapped up with another crowd favorite, the Teacher Take Over at Papa John’s. With your support, we raised over $1,000, all of which will go directly back to our staff! Huge thanks to everyone who placed an order and helped make this event such a success.

As we look to November, we’re gearing up for our biggest fundraiser of the year, the APEX FUN RUN, taking place from 11/6 - 11/15. This year, all funds raised will support our Evergreen Outdoors Initiative. Stay tuned for an exciting new project coming to life at the front of the school – it will not only enhance the look of Evergreen but also support our school safety initiatives.

Mark your calendars for our Chuck E. Cheese Spirit Night on November 20th! Join us for an evening of fun, games, and pizza – with some big surprises planned for the event! It’s going to be a blast, so don’t miss it!

Lastly, if you haven’t yet joined the PTA, we’re asking for your support before December 1st.

Our goal is to reach 475 members this year, and we’re just under 100 short of that target. Joining the PTA means supporting the mission and values of an organization that’s on track to give back over $100,000 to our school community this year. Membership is essential to achieving this level of impact!

And, did you know that joining the PTA does not require you to volunteer? While we’d love your involvement, there’s no obligation. My personal request as your PTA President is for

everyone who hasn’t joined yet to please consider doing so before December 1st. As an added incentive, any new member who joins by then will be entered into a drawing for a $50 Amazon gift card!

Thank you for your ongoing support of the PTA. We look forward to seeing you around school, and as always – Go Eagles!

Warmly,

Sarah Werner-Ellis

Evergreen PTA President

Evergreen Happenings

Friday, November 1st: Reflections Submissions Due

Monday, November 4th: Parent Teacher Conferences 

No School

Tuesday, November 5th: No School

Before School Enrichment Cancelled

Tuesday, November 12th: Third Grade Veterans Day Program

Last Day of Before School Enrichment - Tuesday classes

Thursday, November 14th: APEX Fun Run

Last Day of Before School Enrichment - Thursday Classes

Wednesday, November 20th: Chuck E. Cheese Spirit Night

Device Free Day

Friday, November 22nd: Last day of Mileage Club

Wednesday, November 27th through Friday November 29th:

No School

PTA News
2024 National PTA Reflections Contest


*Submissions are due Friday, November 1st 2024!*

Who? We’re calling all ARTISTS!!

What? A contest with over 50 years on the books! Submit your original artwork in up to six categories inspired by the theme: ACCEPTING IMPERFECTION. Have a chance to represent our school, county, and state in a national art contest!

When? Right now! Start planning and creating work based on the theme. All submissions are due Friday, November 1, 2024 and must be accompanied by a signed and completed entry form. And don’t forget your artist statement! It’s your chance to explain how your work embraces ACCEPTING IMPERFECTION.

Where? Create your work and then make sure to get it to the Evergreen Elementary front office by the due date.

Why? Because YOU ARE AN ARTIST! And we want to hear your voice! Show us your best drawing, collage, painting, photo, dance moves, or independent movie. Let us hear your best story, poem, or song. We can’t wait to see your creations!


For more details, please see here.


Registration form and rules can be found HERE.

APEX Fun Run!

Our Apex Leadership Program and Fundraiser starts on Friday, November 1st.  Apex is a two-week interactive leadership and character-building program combined with a fitness-focused event fundraiser to help schools raise much-needed funds.  This year funds raised will go towards enhancing the outdoor spaces at Evergreen!  

We will kick off the event Friday, November 1st with a Pep Rally.  Your student(s) will bring home their Apex badge with their access code so they can begin taking donations.  Our main event, The Fun Run, will be held on Thursday, November 14th during your student(s) resource time.  


APEX Fun Run Volunteers Needed!

We are in need of volunteers to help mark laps and man the water table on Race Day.  Students will run during their normal resource times.  We are unable to have spectators at this event so only volunteers will be allowed to come join the fun.  Please SIGN UP HERE to select a time slot to volunteer. All volunteers will meet on the blacktop to sign in and receive a volunteer sticker.


Thanksgiving Holiday Meal Bags

Hello Evergreen Families!  It's time to start thinking about Thanksgiving! To benefit our families, each year we assemble holiday meal bags that include non-perishable items as well as a $15 gift card to a grocery store to purchase perishable items. We are asking volunteers to donate either an assembled bag or a gift card.  

We are also collecting peanut butter, jelly, and pasta sauce (no glass please) to restock the food pantry.

 Provided in the signup is a list of items to include in the bag.  Please deliver your items to the front office between November 18 and November 20.  Thank you all in advance for your support and generosity. SIGN UP HERE!


Donations Needed for the Atrium!

During the Fall Atrium Clean Up, we noticed that many 

of the toys in the atrium are very worn or broken, and the seating has also seen better days. To keep the space enjoyable and safe for everyone, the Beautification Committee has put together a wish list on Amazon to help replace these items. 


 If you’re able to contribute, you can view the wish list here:

 [Atrium Wish List](https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2MSC60B0QWXPR?ref_=wl_share). 

We also are accepting Home Depot and Lowes gift cards to go towards new mulch.


Please drop off your donations to the office at the attention of Jill Adam’s.


Every little bit helps, and your generosity will ensure that our atrium remains a welcoming and comfortable place for all. Thank you again for your incredible support! 


The Beautification Committee

Chuck E. Cheese Spirit Night is coming November 20th!

November 20th is Evergreen Elementary's Chuck E. Cheese Spirit Night!


We'd love for you to join us, so be sure to check out our school specific details below!


Cafeteria Visitor Signup

Cafeteria Visitor Signup You can sign up HERE. Sign up for only one slot (you will get the whole table). Sign up no more than twice (per child) for the Fall time period. Other students are not permitted to join you at the visitor's table. If you have any questions let us know. 

K-Cup Donations Needed

Please help us stock the teachers' lounge with K-cups to start their day off right or just a little afternoon pick me up. Donations can be dropped off in the front office. Thank you for your continued support in appreciating our staff members! 

Mileage Club Update

November 20 and 22 are our last days of Mileage Club for the Fall! We will be back for Spring 2024! 

Evergreen Elementary Yearbook Pre-Orders

Pre-order your child’s yearbook now for just $30.00—prices will increase on 1/1/2025!

Just visit yearbookordercenter.com and use code 13712 to secure your copy.

Yearbooks will be distributed in the Spring and ordering early ensures you’re all set for capturing those cherished school memories.

Let's make these moments last forever!

Calling all Evergreen Eagles Parents!

We need your help capturing memories for this year's yearbook! We're looking for candid photos from ALL school events— back to school picnic, fall festival, field days, field trips, sports games, performances, you name it!

Submit your photos easily at www.yearbookshare.com using our school code: evergreeneagles. *While we’ll consider all submissions, we can’t guarantee every photo will be included.

Let’s make this year’s yearbook unforgettable—thanks for your help!

Join the E.E.P.T.A. for the 2024-2025 School Year!

 We’re 100 Memberships Away from Our Goal! 


The Evergreen PTA is just 100 memberships short of reaching our goal of 475 members for the year, and we need your help to get there!


We’re excited to announce our Final 100 Membership Drive Contest! The next 100 new members to join the PTA will be entered into a raffle for a $50 Amazon gift card – perfect timing for your holiday shopping! 


Help us reach our goal by December 1st – don’t delay, join today and be part of the raffle! Your membership helps support our school and students, plus you’ll get the chance to win an awesome prize. 


Join the PTA now and make a difference!


For only $7 (or $14 for a family membership) you can help support the Evergreen Elementary PTA. 


The EEPTA serves as a forum where parents, teachers, administrators, staff, and other concerned adults discuss ways to promote quality education, strive to expand the arts, encourage community involvement, and work for a healthy environment and safe neighborhoods. Becoming a member of the PTA shows that you want to help support the programs and events that help enhance students' experiences at our school. It does not obligate you to attend the PTA meetings or volunteer. While we would love for everyone to attend, we understand families are busy during the school year and have other important commitments. Minutes are available and posted online for you to review. However, attending meetings and volunteering at any of the several PTA sponsored events provide opportunities to meet other parents. Always feel free to contact us if you have any ideas, suggestions, or comments.


For membership questions please reach out to our membership chair at membership@eepta.com.


Please click here to join!

Community Business Sponsors

A HUGE thank you to the brand new Chic-Fil-A on Hull Street Road! They will be sponsoring our teacher work day luncheon on November 4th!


Order yourself some Chic-Fil-A HERE!

The E.E.P.T.A. would like to thank Grease Monkey as our November Community Sponsor! They will be providing a special treat for our Evergreen teachers this month!


Check out the Grease Monkey website for locations and services HERE.

Volunteer Opportunities

Evergreen Elementary PTA plans many educational and social events for the students throughout the school year.  The EEPTA relies on the support of our parents/ guardians to make these events a success.  

The PTA is currently seeking volunteers for a multitude of fun and engaging activities and events for the 2024-2025 school year.


We ask that you complete the form below to indicate your interest. The EEPTA Volunteer Coordinator or applicable committee chair will reach out with further information.


 Thank YOU for volunteering!


2024-2025 Volunteer Registration Form

November 2024 Cafeteria Volunteer Sign Up!

Volunteers are needed during the lunch times for each grade at Evergreen. Helping during lunch includes assisting the students to open packages, getting condiments/napkins or simply answering questions. Volunteering in this way really helps the teachers be able to have an actual lunch break. You can sign up for your child’s grade and stay to help out other grades if you would like! It is a very flexible volunteer opportunity! You simply check in at the front office as usual, and then grab a volunteer apron and start helping out the kids! We look forward to seeing you at lunchtime!


Sign up to be a cafeteria volunteer here!

Library Volunteers Needed!

Our wonderful Library team is in need of volunteers! 

There are several times and opportunities for you to be able to come in and help our Evergreen student(s) during their regular Library time or assisting with our Book Fair twice a year.

 

Please sign up HERE if interested and our Library team will be in touch!

Support the EEPTA

There are many ways that you can support our Evergreen Elementary community! 

Box Tops for Education

Clothing for Cash Recycling Program

 Publix Rewards

Papa John's Spirit Events


For more information on our many initiatives, please see our Support EEPTA page.

Papa John's Grade Games

 Order all day, every day at any of the RVA PAPA JOHN'S locations for carryout or delivery every month and 20% of your order will be donated back to the school.

 

Last year we were able to raise over $3,000 through our partnership with Papa John’s. This year our goal is $5,000 and we are starting off by announcing our NEW Papa John’s Monthly Spirit Week Program. This year, each grade level has their own Papa John’s Spirit Week Code. Simply place an order monthly at PapaJohns.com and use your Grade Code and help propel your grade level to the TOP spot and earn prizes!!

 

GRADE CODES:

K-EVERGREENK

1st grade - EVERGREEN1

2nd grade - EVERGREEN2

3rd grade - EVERGREEN3

4th grade - EVERGREEN4

5th grade - EVERGREEN5

 

Each month there will be raffle drawings from Papa John’s, the PTA other local businesses or members of the class with the most orders each month. Be the WINNERS this month and your WHOLE class will receive a popsicle party from the PTA! There will also be TWO Grand Prize Party’s hosted by Papa John’s…one in December one at the end of the school year!

 

Order your Papa John's Pizza here!

Thank you for supporting the Evergreen Elementary PTA! All donations go directly to supporting programs and activities that benefit your student and their school!

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