#ECSCares Day 2023
June 5, 2023 Communication
Dear ECS Families,
I’m excited to see many of you signing up to participate in the district’s first #ECSCares Volunteer Day. If you have yet to sign up, please take a moment to browse some of the sites that could use a few more volunteers, and register by Wednesday, June 7. Please also take some time to review the independent volunteer form and some frequently asked questions at the bottom of this email.
#ECSCares 2023 Volunteer Opportunities
Friday, June 16 from 9–11 a.m.
All locations are Shine Only. In the event of inclement weather, ECS will communicate.
National Opera House –For individuals ages 12 and up ONLY!
Individuals who sign up for this volunteer site will help the National Opera House (NOH) team with general cleaning and weeding efforts at its site located at 7101 Apple Street. NOH is an active construction site. Closed-toed, thick soled shoes and long pants are required. Safety gear such as gloves, goggles, work boots, and weeding tools are highly recommended. Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy–For individuals ages 8 and up ONLY!
ECS will partner with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy for #ECSCares to help their team plant flowers and mulch the garden at the Edgewood on S Braddock Ave 376 East entrance ramp. Closed-toed shoes and clothing that can get dirty is recommended. Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Rankin Community Basketball Court & Playground–All ages are welcome!
Led by Mrs. Daniels, MS visual arts teacher, ECS will partner with the Rankin Community for #ECSCares to cut overgrown shrubbery, paint the ground w/ colorful affirmations, and create a Rube Goldberg Machine. Individuals are encouraged but not required to bring trimmers and weed wackers. Closed-toed shoes and long pants are recommended. Please note that this event is a part of a greater community effort and will be on-going throughout the day. ECS volunteers are only needed between the hours of 9 and 11 a.m. but are welcome to stay and help longer. Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Healcrest Urban Farm–All ages are welcome!
ECS will partner with Healcrest Urban Farm located at 5217 Hillcrest Street for #ECSCares Day to rake gravel and spread mulch. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Garden Clean Up at Intermediate–All ages are welcome!
ECS is planting, mulching, redefining borders, and weeding its Intermediate School garden and is in need of volunteers to support the project. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Trash Pick Up at Middle School–All ages are welcome!
ECS is picking up trash at its Middle School location and is in need of volunteers to support the project. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Trash Pick Up at High School–All ages are welcome!
ECS is picking up trash at its High School location and is in need of volunteers to support the project. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Independent Volunteer Opportunities
I recognize that not all of our families are able to participate in #ECSCares Day. Any students who are unable to volunteer on-site are highly encouraged to volunteer at home or in their community. To ensure your student meets the attendance requirement, please complete the form below.
#ECSCares FAQ
Finally, I wanted to provide some clarification regarding some frequently asked questions the district has been receiving.
The last day of in-person learning is Thursday, June 15. #ECSCares Day will occur on the last day of school which is scheduled as an asynchronous learning half day on Friday, June 16.
Because June 16 is scheduled as an asynchronous learning day, transportation will not be provided.
A parent/guardian is required to attend #ECSCares Day with their child.
All of the volunteer sites participating in #ECSCares Day are shine only. In the event of inclement weather, ECS will communicate any cancellations. If your student’s volunteer site gets canceled, the district will honor their attendance for that school day.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out. Thank you again for your participation and commitment to service to our community.
Sincerely,
Amanda Cribbs, EdD
Superintendent
May 31, 2023 Communication
Dear ECS Stakeholders,
The end of the school year is quickly approaching, and as an update to my March 30 communication regarding #ECSCares Day, I am pleased to provide you with the list below of volunteer opportunities for Friday, June 16 from 9–11 a.m.
Please take a moment to read each volunteer site’s descriptions, age requirements, and sign up by Wednesday, June 7. Once you and your party register, you will receive additional information regarding your site’s logistics in your confirmation email. Once a site is at its designated capacity, individuals will no longer be able to register for that particular location. Please keep your confirmation email for future reference, and if you have any questions between now and #ECSCares Day on June 16, please reach out.
Thank you for your dedication to building a global citizenry and for your support of our school and its surrounding community. This is what being an ECSer is all about!
#ECSCares 2023 Volunteer Opportunities
Friday, June 16 from 9–11 a.m.
All locations are Shine Only. In the event of inclement weather, ECS will communicate.
National Opera House –For individuals ages 12 and up ONLY!
Individuals who sign up for this volunteer site will help the National Opera House (NOH) team with general cleaning and weeding efforts at its site located at 7101 Apple Street. NOH is an active construction site. Closed-toed, thick-soled shoes and long pants are required. Safety gear such as gloves, goggles, work boots, and weeding tools are highly recommended. Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Western Pennsylvania Conservancy–For individuals ages 8 and up ONLY!
ECS will partner with the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy for #ECSCares to help their team plant flowers and mulch the garden at the Edgewood on S Braddock Ave 376 East entrance ramp. Closed-toed shoes and clothing that can get dirty are recommended. Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Rankin Community Basketball Court & Playground–All ages are welcome!
Led by Mrs. Daniels, MS visual arts teacher, ECS will partner with the Rankin Community for #ECSCares to cut overgrown shrubbery, paint the ground w/ colorful affirmations, and create a Rube Goldberg Machine. Individuals are encouraged but not required to bring trimmers and weed whackers. Closed-toed shoes and long pants are recommended. Please note that this event is part of a greater community effort and will be ongoing throughout the day. ECS volunteers are only needed between the hours of 9 and 11 a.m. but are welcome to stay and help longer. Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Lawrenceville United at Duncan Park–All ages are welcome!
ECS will partner with Lawrenceville United for #ECSCares to create, decorate, and place tree tags at Duncan Parklet located at 809 54th Street. All materials will be provided! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Frick Park–All ages are welcome!
ECS will partner with Frick Park for #ECSCares to pick up trash in the park. All materials will be provided. Wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty. Closed-toe shoes are highly recommended. Individuals who register for this location will meet at the Intermediate School’s back lot before walking into the park as a group. Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Healcrest Urban Farm–All ages are welcome!
ECS will partner with Healcrest Urban Farm located at 5217 Hillcrest Street for #ECSCares Day to rake gravel and spread mulch. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Brick Laying at Primary School–All ages are welcome!
ECS is laying recognition bricks at its Primary School location and is in need of volunteers to support the project. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Trash Pick-Up at Primary School–All ages are welcome!
ECS is picking up trash around its Primary School location and is in need of volunteers to support the project. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Garden Clean Up at Primary–All ages are welcome!
ECS is planting, mulching, redefining borders, and weeding its Primary School garden and is in need of volunteers to support the project. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Trash Pick Up at Intermediate School–All ages are welcome!
ECS is picking up trash at its Intermediate School location and is in need of volunteers to support the project. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Garden Clean Up at Intermediate–All ages are welcome!
ECS is planting, mulching, redefining borders, and weeding its Intermediate School garden and is in need of volunteers to support the project. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Trash Pick-Up at Middle School–All ages are welcome!
ECS is picking up trash at its Middle School location and is in need of volunteers to support the project. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Trash Pick-Up at High School–All ages are welcome!
ECS is picking up trash at its High School location and is in need of volunteers to support the project. All materials will be provided, but closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get dirty are highly recommended! Learn more and Sign Up Here…
Independent Volunteer Opportunities
I recognize that not all of our families are able to participate in #ECSCares Day. Any students who are unable to volunteer on-site are highly encouraged to volunteer at home or in their community. This will allow students to meet the attendance requirement. Below are a few suggestions for independent volunteering opportunities, but you are welcome to choose your own adventure.
Sincerely,
Amanda Cribbs, EdD
Superintendent
April 11, 2023 Communication
Dear ECS Families,
I hope each of you had a wonderful and relaxing Spring Break. As students and staff arrived this morning, I was happy to see so many smiling faces. With the end of the school year right around the corner, I wanted to send a quick reminder that the #ECSCares Day Interest survey is due tomorrow, Wednesday, April 12.
#ECSCares Day is a district-wide event, and we are inviting students, families, and staff to volunteer for 2 hours to give back to our community. Whether you plan to volunteer in person or complete community service individually, please take a moment to fill out the survey to tell us your plans. Here are a few more details:
#ECSCares Day will take place on the last day of school on June 16 between 9–11 a.m.
The form above is simply to gauge interest and does not automatically sign you up as a volunteer or opt you out of #ECSCares Day.
The form is for planning purposes only, and ECS will follow up with more information, logistics, and an official list of sites to sign up for.
Anyone wishing to participate is welcome to sign up for a volunteer site regardless of your answer on the form.
Students' participation in the event will count toward school attendance on Friday, June 16.
Any students who are unable to volunteer on-site must volunteer at home or in their community prior to the last day and submit a form stating what they accomplished. This will allow students to meet the attendance requirement.
As the event materializes, ECS is dedicated to keeping all stakeholders informed via the website and additional communications.
Thank you for your dedication to building a global citizenry and for your support of our school and its surrounding community.
Sincerely,
Amanda Cribbs, EdD
Superintendent
March 30, 2023 Communication
Dear ECS Families,
As we prepare for Spring Break to commence in just a few short days, I’m reminded that this time of the year is filled with Earth and springtime celebrations. At ECS, we are dedicated to being global citizens, rooted in the concept of systems thinking, and part of our mission is to preserve the environment for future generations.
With that in mind, I’m thrilled to announce ECS’s first district-wide volunteer event, #ECSCares Day, on the last day of school, June 16th from 9–11 a.m. The district is working diligently to identify service opportunities in the community and will publish an official list at a later date for families to sign up for their desired location. In the meantime, please use the form below to indicate your interest in participating in #ECSCares Day. Please note that the form below is simply to gauge interest and does not automatically sign you up as a volunteer.
Finally, students' participation in the event will count toward school attendance on Friday, June 16. Any students who are unable to volunteer on-site must volunteer at home or in their community prior to the last day and submit a form stating what they accomplished.
As the event materializes, ECS is dedicated to keeping all stakeholders informed via this web page and additional communications. The district hopes that #ECSCares Day becomes a well-received yearly tradition of giving back to the community as it is rooted in the district's mission and vision of growing active, engaged, and empathetic citizens.
Thank you for your consideration and commitment to ECS’s values and mission. We look forward to celebrating the end of the school year with all of you through service to our community.
Sincerely,
Amanda Cribbs, EdD
Superintendent