ECS June 2022 News
Dear ECS Families,
It feels like yesterday that I was welcoming you into the 21-22 school year, and just like that, we are inching closer to summer vacation. Like every school year, there were hurdles we faced and overcame, especially with the nuances of COVID-19 still lurking. While eating lunch with friends, attending school dances, and playing basketball seem like simple, normal activities, they were difficult to pull off in a safe manner that complied with recommended guidelines.
It was with a great deal of dedication and tactical planning by the tremendous ECS staff that the district was able to resume regular operations throughout the school year, and I cannot thank each of them enough for ensuring high quality education even through challenging times. Throughout the school year, students discovered a variety of cultural celebrations, traveled throughout Frick Park, made some new friends, attended dances, planted many trees, stood up to climate change, carved pumpkins, ate some yummy treats, and the list could go on and on.
Finally, I would like to extend my appreciation to each of you as ECS families. Without your dedication, support, and commitment to students and our district, this year would not have been possible. I thank you for your flexibility, understanding, resilience, and voice. ECS exists because of you, and I sincerely express my gratitude for your perseverance through uncharted waters with us.
Have a marvelous, fun, and safe summer. We’ll see you in the Fall for another extraordinary school year.
Be Well,
Jon McCann
What’s New at ECS?
CHANGE: Board of Trustees June 15 Meeting
The June 15 Board of Trustees meeting at 6 p.m. has been moved to the Middle School Cafe to accommodate social distancing. Masks are required.
Moving? Changing Schools?
If your family is moving or changing schools for the 22-23 school year, please reach out to Christine Adams for assistance.
PRT Busses for High School
ECS is dedicated to transitioning its 8th-grade students from riding traditional yellow school buses to Pittsburgh Regional Transit bussing for their high school years. Learn how to get a Connect Card and more…
Safety Reminder
As our community continues to mourn the terrible tragedy in Uvalde, Texas two weeks ago, we are reminded about the critical importance of our system-wide safety protocols and procedures. Read more…
A New Hawk is Soaring to ECS
Students and staff were provided the opportunity to vote on their favorite, new ECS Hawk logo. Stay tuned. The winner will be announced next Fall!
22–23 Draft Budget
The annual budget is now available for the 22–23 School Year. Review the budget…
ECS Will be Close June 16 from 1–4 p.m.
The district is closed from 1–4 p.m. on June 16 for a staff relationship-building event. Regular operations will resume during normal school hours on June 17.
ECS Receives TIC Grant
ECS is pleased to announce that it is a recipient of the Trout in the Classroom (TIC) Grant Program. 5th-grade students will take part in the program during the school year to learn about the life cycle of fish and freshwater ecology. By the end of the year, they will have several hundred fingerling trout to put into a local stream. Learn more…
ECS Receives Remake Learning Moonshot Grant
ECS was one of several organizations that were awarded a Moonshot Grant from Remake Learning. The grant’s purpose is to build out experimental ideas, test innovative concepts, and find powerful ways to move education toward a new future of learning. Learn more…
Student/Staff Kickball Game
Congratulations to all the students and staff who participated in the first Student/Staff Kickball game after school on Monday, June 6. More than 20 families attended to cheer on students, and 21 staff members participated.
Make a Splash at Summer Reading Extravaganza!
Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for a family-friendly outdoor festival celebrating Summer Reading on Sunday, June 12 from 12–5 p.m. Learn more and sign up for summer reading…
PCO Committee Sign Ups
The PCO has a variety of volunteer opportunities available. Learn how you can get involved and sign up…
Alma Tips
Looking for student report cards or transcripts? You are able to view all of your student’s 21/22 report cards under the “Report Cards” tab. Simply click on any of the available report cards to view or download it as a PDF. For grade levels 3rd-10th, you can also access your student's transcript by navigating to the "Graduation Tab" and clicking on "Transcript."
What’s Happening in Your Building?
Hear from your building’s principal and learn what’s happening in your student’s building through their online newsletter.
In Case You Missed It!
22–23 School Year Calendar
The Calendar for the 22–23 School Year is now available below and on the calendar and events web page.
View the 22–23 School Year Family Calendar
K–5 After-School Care
Seats are still available for students at the Intermediate and Primary schools to join after-school care. ECS is excited to partner with the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh at the Primary School and Venture Outdoors at the Intermediate School. Learn more in your principal’s newsletter.
