Intermediate School Feb. Newsletter (21–22)

Dear Intermediate Families,

I hope you and your family are doing well. As we kick off the month of February, the students have been involved in many events already. During the first week of February, the students participated in Black Lives Matter Week at School. This week has included various activities in which children will learn about young activists who have used their voices to create a positive change. On February 3rd, Summer Lee, who is a member of the PA House of Representatives for the 34th district, shared with the students how they can use their own voices for positive change. The students will also be participating in other activities throughout the month of February as we celebrate Black History Month.

Another cultural celebration that the students recently learned about is the Lunar New Year. At ECS, students learn about cultural celebrations through multiple methods, and one of our favorite ways to explain heritage is through food. While studying the Lunar New Year, students in the third grade made sweet rice dumplings. This was not only a tasty snack, but it also gave students a sneak peek into Lunar New Year traditions.

I look forward to a new year of possibilities and excitement at the Intermediate School.

Sincerely,

Laura Williams

What’s new at the Intermediate School?

After School Programs
Check out the ½ Day Adventures hosted by Assemble and the available clubs at the Intermediate School. Sign your student up!

In Case You Missed It

K-5 Yearbook Cover Contest
K-5th grade school students, submit your original design for the K-5 yearbook! The winning designs will be on the front and back covers of the 2021–2022 yearbook.

1. Keep text and images within a 1/2″ border of the page so nothing is cut off.

2. You can use markers, paints, crayons, or colored pencils.

3. Use white 8.5 x 11″ computer paper only.

4. Be neat, and more importantly, BE CREATIVE!

5. Make sure you include the school name (ECS or Environmental Charter School), 2021-2022,

and K-5 Yearbook in your cover design.

6. Keep your original design. Submit a copy, photograph (crop or close up for the image only), or

scan your design to yearbook@ecspco.org by March 1, 2022. We will collect the original design

after the contest winner is chosen.

Questions? Email yearbook@ecspco.org

Intermediate School Hawk Highlights From Last Month!

Third Grade made sweet rice dumplings in Edible School Yard in celebration of the Lunar New Year, and Fifth grade students attended the Middle School Showcase to learn more about 6th grade and beyond!