This is Sally Whitelock and Samantha Aragon with the weekly announcements for the Edison Eagles. Please check your email every Friday for updates from Edison!
August/September Edison Newsletter:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1heT_gzJg54lHjLMHe2XfFZ3EUU1ok_2wbffZXQlRKQo/edit
Mark your calendars
September 10: Edison Fundraiser Night out hosted by BriDer Rotisserie Chicken. Come enjoy dinner at BriDer Rotisserie Chicken on Tuesday, September 10th from 3-8pm. 25% of proceeds goes back to Edison!
September 13: Movie on the lawn at sunset
September 17: 2nd grade field trip – Den Botanic Gardens
September 20: Eagle Run during the school day
Let’s Pump Up for Eagle Run! Movie on the lawn at Edison!
Friday, September 13th Movie begins at Sunset.
* Turbo: After a freak accident infuses him with the power of super-speed, Turbo kicks into overdrive and embarks on an extraordinary journey to achieve the seemingly impossible: competing in the world’s fastest race, the Indianapolis 500. With the help of his tricked-out streetwise snail crew, this ultimate underdog puts his heart and shell on the line to prove that no dream is too big and no dreamer too small.
Mark Your Calendars: Edison’s 9th Annual Eagle Run! September 20th, 2024
Gear Up for Eagle Run – Just Two Weeks Away!
The Eagle Run is almost here—mark your calendars for September 20th! This year, we’re aiming to raise $90,000 for Paras, and we need your support to reach our goal.
How You Can Help:
Create a Personalized Fundraising Page: Set up a page for your student, and share it with family and friends, who can donate and help them reach their goal ($180 per student). It’s a fantastic way to track progress and inspire others to contribute. Create Your Students Page Here (https://fundraise.givesmart.com/join/eagle/Soar?vid=17d3md)
Donate Today: Ready to make a difference? Click the link below to contribute directly to our cause and support our students. Make a Donation (https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/Soar)
Don’t Forget to Cheer! Be sure to join us on the big day to cheer on your students and celebrate their hard work. Your presence makes a world of difference!
– ECE 10:20-11:00
– Kindergarten 2:05-2:45
– First grade 1:25-2:05
– Second grade 2:45-3:25
– Third grade 11:05-11:45
– Fourth grade 9:30-10:10
– Fifth grade 8:50-9:30
Every contribution, big or small, helps us get closer to our goal and supports our students in a meaningful way. Thank you for your generosity and for helping us make this year’s Eagle Run a success!
Classroom Guardians (Lead Classroom Volunteers)
Classroom guardians wanted! Are you looking for a way to support Edison with your time? Be the lead caregiver for a classroom. This role will support the Fall Festival, EdFest, holidays, etc. Sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050D4FACA929A7FE3-50875499-classroom#/
* We’re hoping each class will have one lead caregiver but they’ll need help! Want to support but not lead? Sign-up here to support your classroom: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050D4FACA929A7FE3-50875831-classroom#/
Greet and Get
Caregivers who have 1st-5th grade students may sign up their child to be released by their teacher to be picked up in the Greet and Get lane daily at 3:30 PM
by completing this form: https://forms.gle/gFK4apEWNmcsKQpR7
The following guidelines apply:
– Caregivers should pick up their children at 3:30 in the Greet & Get lane on the northwest side of Perry Street, by the playground/community garden.
– This is only for cars. Walkers and students of caregivers who park will be picked up in the dismissal area.
– Caregivers should park on Perry Street. Stay in your car and move forward as space allows.
– Cars may only stop long enough for their child/ren to get into the car.
– Cars must continue to move and leave the parking lane immediately after picking up their children
– Please notify the office if someone other than those on the permission form will be picking up your student or if you will be late for pick up.
– All Colorado Motor Vehicle laws (seat belts and car seats) must be observed. Cell phones must not be used in the Greet and Get lane.
Free Breakfast and Lunch Program – Application REQUIRED for all families
The School Breakfast Program and the National School Lunch Program are federally-assisted meal programs. It provides a nutritionally balanced, free lunch & breakfast to children each school day. Children who are eligible for free or reduced-priced meals may also qualify for other fee waivers and additional school funding. ALL families, please complete the “You Benefit” form: https://foodservices.dpsk12.org/o/foodservices/page/meal-benefits. (scroll down to submit application)
Families may choose to opt-in or opt-out,
Parents must check the box giving consent to disclose the status of their student(s) to other programs if they need fee waivers.
Mark your calendars – Lifetouch picture day – September 24
If you’d like to volunteer to help with pictures day & get a coupon from Lifetouch, sign up to help at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/805094CA4A922A3FE3-51119151-fall
Community Information
For students:
* Volo Kids Foundation is a non-profit organization that sets up free youth sports programs in major cities including Denver. The Volo Kids Foundation will be running 6-week-long sports programs for kids from 5 to 13 years old starting in September. All skill levels are welcome and we’ll be running flag football, soccer, and basketball. Runs: 9/28-11/2 (11:00am-1:00pm) Highlands Programs:
2024 Fall Saturday Soccer at Cianco Park : Volo Kids Denver (leagueapps.com)
2024 Fall Saturday Flag Football at Cianco Park : Volo Kids Denver (leagueapps.com)
* North Cheer Camp – The Denver North Viking Cheer Team is so excited to bring back the Junior Viking Cheerleaders Camp after school September 24-26th! This camp allows K-8th grade students to join Denver North High School’s homecoming festivities throughout Homecoming Week alongside the Viking Cheer Team! Early Bird Registration is $65 (increases to $80 on 9/1) and includes a cheer clinic, participation in the annual homecoming parade, a performance at the homecoming football game, and more! Register here: https://forms.gle/jjMgBb8xoULz7FSc9
For caregivers:
* Highlands Pediatric Dentistry – As a sponsor of Edison Elementary, and located just down the street, we are here for all your kiddo’s dental needs! We are currently accepting new patients and accept most insurances including Delta, Guardian, Medicaid and CHP+ to name a few. Click below or call above to schedule today! https://www.highlandspediatricdentistry.com/
* DPS Community Hubs – English and GED Classes are available through the NW Community Hub starting in September. Please sign up now for these no-cost classes offered online and in person. Registration form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflo9U17llarj_nnsKC1Fp7ao9a-S84k833ZUGSiVpU2Y5Q_Q/viewform
* Way to Go Schoolpool Registration – Join Edison’s Schoolpool program to connect with other families to carpool, walk or bike to school together. Looking for help getting your student to and from school or want to find them a buddy to commute to school with? We are pleased to partner with Schoolpool, a free program to make it easier to get to school. Signing up is simple! 1. Go to https://mywaytogo.org/#/ and create an account and enter your address or intersection. 2. Add comments to indicate interest. 3. Find and contact interested families. Privacy and security: Edison and Schoolpool do not run background checks, confirm valid driver’s licenses, or assess insurance coverage on participants. Potential users are advised to screen participants to their personal satisfaction and check their own insurance coverage for carpooling to ensure that they are covered under these voluntary arrangements. Schoolpool does not provide drivers, vehicles, or insurance.
School Information:
The Edison school day is 8:30-3:30 (Breakfast – 8:00-8:25, No supervision on the playground before school)
Attendance Line: 720-424-7784 (Please call and leave a message w/ student name, teacher name, reason for absence) or log absence on Parent Portal through myportal.dpsk12.org
School lunch menus can be found at: https://www.dpsk12.org/o/foodservices/page/lunch-menus
Click on Monthly at the top, then Select School (Edison), Meal Type (Breakfast or Lunch) and then “Traditional Breakfast” or “Traditional Lunch”
Edison website: https://edison.dpsk12.org/
Volunteer Application: If you wish to volunteer for Edison this school year, you must complete the volunteer application (Edison Code: e9x8to9). https://app.sterlingvolunteers.com/en/Candidates/Account/Register
Sally Whitelock, Principal
Samantha Aragon, Assistant Principal
Office support: Michelle Miller and Barbara Schrant
Office phone: 720-424-7780 (Office hours: 8:00-4:00)
