High School April Newsletter (23–24)
Important Dates
4/8: No School - Eclipse
4/10: No School - Eid-al-Fitr
4/11: PCO Yearbook Order Deadline
4/12: Deadline to Purchase PCO Blooming Bash Tickets
4/17: ECS Board of Trustees Meeting at 6 p.m. at Middle
4/19: Half Day for Students/Conferences
4/19: 10th Grade PSAT
4/22, 24, 26: PSSA (ELA) Testing
4/23: No School - Conferences
4/24: Executive Functions with Dr. Chase at 6 p.m. at Middle
4/25: Take Your Child to Work Day
4/27: PCO Plant Order Deadline
4/29, 30: PSSA (Math)
5/1: PCO Meeting at 6 p.m. at Intermediate
5/1, 2: Science PSSAs
5/3: Spirit Day
What's new at the High School?
Executive Functions: What are they, why are they important, and how can I help?
Join ECS and special guest, Dr. Cheryl Chase, a renowned clinical psychologist specializing in child development and diagnosing/supporting children with ADHD, Pervasive Developmental Disorders, Learning Disorders, and emotional concerns, on Wednesday, April 24 at 6 p.m. to learn about “executive functioning” and practical strategies to support children with weak executive functions at home and in school. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Learn more and register today…
Green Roots: A Sustainable Affair
ECS’s fun packed, sustainability events are back in honor of our Earth! RSVP for your student’s Green Roots: A Sustainable Affair event to learn about the school's commitment to the SDGs, participate in activities, and meet community partners.
6–12 Sustainability Fest: Friday, May 10, 2024, from 6–8 p.m. RSVP
This year's event will feature:
S'mores & Camping 101, Cornhole & Ping Pong
Black Out Poetry & DJ
Bike ECS & Bike People
Student Art Showcase
Environmental Citizenship & 8th Grade Capstone Presentations and award ceremony with Keynote Speaker, Camila Rivera Tinsley
Cultural Celebrations
Arab American Heritage Month: During the month of April, we will be celebrating Arab American History Month by uplifting the many positive impacts that Arab Americans have had in this country while acknowledging the many challenges that they have faced.
April is Earth Month! Celebrate Earth Month and the weeks leading up to the GreenRoots Sustainability events by taking part in the GreenRoots Calendar! Get involved, document your participation using this form, and have the chance to win fun prizes! Learn more…
In Case You Missed It
Here is a copy of the ECHS Student Handbook for the 23-24 school year.
Here are the Orientation slides from the ECHS Orientations this week!
Attendance Reminder
As the Holiday and Winter Season approaches, we recognize that trips may be planned in the coming months, as well as some unplanned sickness. As a reminder, each student gets 10 excused absences from a parent per year. You can complete the online excuse form here. Any additional absences must be excused by a doctor. If your student will be absent for a pre-scheduled trip, please email your building principal for approval.
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Sibling Preference for the 24–25 School Year
Have a sibling who would like to attend ECS for the 2024–25 school year? Please complete an application in your SchoolMint account by pressing the add new student application after Oct. 2. The application deadline for sibling preference is January 31. Current students do not need to apply. Re-enrollment will occur in March.“A sibling is defined as one of two or more individuals having at least one common legal parent/guardian. Sibling preference does not guarantee enrollment.”
Enrollment for the 24–25 School Year Opens Oct. 2!
Let your friends and neighbors know about our open enrollment! The application deadline to be considered for the lottery is Jan. 31, 2024. Learn more…Family Portal on the ECS Website
Based on feedback from last year’s communication survey, ECS has identified areas of improvement on the website. ECS is pleased to launch its Family Portal, a designated space for current families to view and learn information. Browse the Family Portal.Volunteering & Clearances
ECS values volunteers in our district. To learn how to volunteer and what clearances are needed visit the Family Portal Volunteer page.Receive Board Meeting Reminders Did you know that ECS has monthly Board of Trustees meetings? Opt-In to receive Board Meeting Reminders that will include the date, time, and location of the meeting as well as links to the agenda draft, sign up to speak form, and YouTube Live feed.