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Elevate News | August 21, 2025

Posted Date: 8/21/25 (11:45 AM)

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MEET OUR LEADERSHIP TEAM
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Our Elevate Leadership Team is dedicated to ensuring the success and well-being of every student across our three campuses. Together, we oversee school operations, instructional programs, campus safety, and the overall climate and culture that make our community thrive. We value open communication and collaboration, so please feel free to reach out to any member of our Leadership Team throughout the year with questions, ideas, or concerns.
Get to know them a bit more on our Staff Directory here!

Be sure to mark your calendar for Coffee with the Directors - Friday, September 12, 8:45 AM - where you will have the opportunity to meet and hear from Mr. Elliott, Elevate's Executive Director and Founding Principal and Mrs. Wooden, our Assistant Director.

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Did You Miss the Volunteer Booth at Back to School Night?

No worries! If you were unable to attend or have not signed up yet, we still want to partner with you!

Simply sign up to volunteer using the campus links below:

>> SM Campus Sign up
>> TS Campus Sign up
>> EMS Campus Sign up


Please note: All volunteers must be Raptor cleared. If you’re not yet cleared, we invite you to visit our website for a step-by-step guide on how to get started. We’re excited to work together to make this school year amazing! 


UPCOMING DATES AT A GLANCE
August 25 & 26 - Girls Volleyball Tryouts
Thursday, August 28 - EMS Community Meeting, 9:58 am
Friday, August 29 - SM Leader of the Month Assembly | Middle School Social
Monday, September 1 - No School - Labor Day
Wednesday, September 3 - 6th Grade Camp Info Meeting (Zoom)
Thursday, September 4 - Earthmade Snow Cones at SM | EMS Parent Info Meeting
Tuesday, September 9 - EMS Parent Resource Meeting
Thursday, September 11 - EMS Community Meeting | CCB Training
Friday, September 12 - Coffee with the Directors

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ELOP UPDATE
Sign ups for Session 1 of our ELOP Clubs were sent out this past Monday. Check out the post here
**And please note: this Monday parents will be notified if their student has been accepted or waitlisted for clubs.

FREE PARENT WEBINAR: "BACK TO SCHOOL BLUES"
September 11, 12 pm. Online registration here
School can bring more than just stress—it can bring sadness, low energy, and feeling stuck. In this webinar, we’ll explore gentle ways to support kids through tough school days, friendship struggles, and big feelings about the world around them. (Spanish interpretation will be available)

Also available: a free digital download "Back-to-School Toolkit"

EMS GIRLS VOLLEYBALL TRYOUTS
EMS Girls Volleyball Tryouts are this Monday and Tuesday, August 25 & 26! Check out all the details from Coach Donnelly here!

COUNSELOR NEWSLETTER
Get to know our School Counselor for Grades K-5 by checking out Mrs. Beyer's August Newsletter here.

SCHOOL ASSEMBLIES / COMMUNITY MEETINGS
All Elevate Families are invited to attend school assemblies / community meetings! They are a great way to see what our students and classes are doing, celebrate Leaders of the Month, and more! 

Below are the next assemblies. For future assemblies, please refer to Elevate's Event Calendar.
EMS Community Meeting: Thursday, August 28, 9:58 am in the MPR
SM Leader of the Month Assembly: Friday, August 29, led by Ms. Otero's 3rd Grade Class
TS Assembly: Friday, September 19 (meet at the gate at 8:30 am to be walked onto campus)

COFFEE WITH THE DIRECTORS
Mark your calendar for our first of the year Coffee with the Directors: Friday, September 12! This is a great way to connect with our school's administration - Mr. Elliott and Mrs. Wooden - share ideas, and ask questions in an informal setting. Coffee and donuts served. All families are welcome to attend. 8:45 am at the SM Campus.

BRAND NEW SCHOOL CALENDAR
 
Check out Elevate's brand-new 2025-2026 Elevate School Calendar - brought to you by The Elevate School Foundation (TESF) and created just for Elevate families!

This calendar is packed with important school dates, inspiring student quotes, vibrant photos, and helpful tips. It's a perfect way to keep your family in the loop. Best of all, every dollar raised goes directly to The Elevate School Foundation to support our Elevate students and programs.
THE PULSE OF P.E. WITH COACH BRAY
Hi K-5 Elevate families,

As I kick off another exciting year of physical education for our Kindergarten through 5th-grade classes, I want all students to be successful in PE class. To stay safe, comfortable, and ready to move, here are a couple of things your child will need during PE:


Proper Footwear: All students must wear athletic shoes that stay securely on their feet and allow for safe movement. Crocs, boots, sandals, and slip-ons are not allowed during PE for safety reasons. Improper footwear could result in your child sitting out of PE activities. 

Water Bottle: The beginning of the school year will be hot during PE. Staying hydrated is important, no matter the temperature. Please send a refillable water bottle with your child’s name on it throughout the year. I will be having a water bottle competition among classes throughout the year. I have extra water bottles if your child needs one.
“Water Bottle Award - Hydrating One Sip at a Time”

Sun Protection: You may send your child with a hat and sunglasses to wear during PE and recess. Those items will remain in their backpack during class time.

The beginning of the school year is hot. Please know we place the safety of our students above all else. On days of extreme heat, PE classes will be held indoors. Also, additional shade tents will be provided in the recess and PE areas when needed. We have water fountains to refill water bottles. Please reach out to me through ParentSquare if you have any questions or concerns.


We appreciate you preparing your child for PE. With your support, our Golden Eagles will soar!


- Coach Bray
P.E. Days by Grade
Kindergarten - Monday and Wednesday
1st Grade - Tuesday and Friday
2nd Grade - Monday and Wednesday
3rd Grade (Barnard) - Monday and Friday
3rd Grade (Otero) - Wednesday and Friday
4th and 5th grade - Tuesday and Thursday

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ELEVATE'S SPIRIT STORE
Grab some Elevate gear today! The Elevate School Foundation (TESF) has set up an awesome online Spirit Store with branded attire, reusable water bottles, hats, and more! Ten percent of each purchase will go directly to the foundation which supports Elevate's Mission.

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Elevate School cultivates leaders and positive changemakers by inspiring students to be excellent in academics, exceptional in leadership, expansive in creativity, and engaged in community.

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