| Hold On Tight! Third Grade is on the Move! |
Third grade has been busy diving into Unit 5: Force and Motion, where learning feels more like an adventure than a lesson. Guided by the question, “How can we discover the effects of forces and motion through the engineering of a game?” students have been exploring key physics concepts at school while bringing their ideas to life at home through the creation of their very own carnival-inspired games. From planning and sketching to testing ideas in class, they’ve been applying concepts like Isaac Newton’s three laws of motion in creative and meaningful ways as they prepare for Exhibition Night.
In the classroom, students have been investigating how forces like gravity, friction, and energy affect motion through hands-on experiments and discussions. They also had the exciting opportunity to watch live footage and closely follow the progress of Artemis II, connecting their learning to real-world space exploration. This experience helped bring their studies of rockets and motion to life as they observed how these same scientific principles are used beyond Earth.
As if that wasn’t enough, third graders took on a “Mission to Mars” STEAM challenge. After researching the planet Mars and the realities of space exploration, students were given a bold task: design a way for humans to survive there. With no return trip, they worked in teams to create models of future Martian colonies, complete with shelters, greenhouses, and energy sources. Students also built their own “rovers” using eggs and engineered landing devices to help their rovers land safely on Mars without cracking. Their projects showcased not only scientific understanding, but also creativity, teamwork, and innovation.
From studying physics in the classroom to building games at home and dreaming up life on Mars, third grade is proving that learning through exploration can take you just about anywhere.
 Ms. Otero
3rd Grade Teacher
Join us TONIGHT at Elevate's End of School Year Celebration & Exhibition Night!
-- Thursday, May 21, 5:00-7:00 PM
-- At the EMS Campus
-- 8404 Phyllis Place 92123
Explore student exhibits, connect with families, and enjoy a fun evening together.
-- Delicious FOOD truck options at family-friendly prices
-- One FREE SnoCone for all current students
-- TWO obstacle courses for extra fun and excitement
All students are encouraged to wear their Golden Eagle or Elevate Logo'd Tshirt!
More event details here!
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| Fri, May 22 |
Kindergarten Promotion Assembly & Reception (8:30 am)
(Additional) Minimum Day
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| Mon, May 25 |
No School - Memorial Day |
| Tues, May 26 |
TS Campus Field Day |
| Wed, May 27 |
5th Graders Visit EMS Campus
8th Grade End-of-Year Field Trip |
| Thurs, May 28 |
Last Day of School
SM Campus Field Day
5th Grade Promotion & Reception (9:00 am)
8th Grade Promotion & Reception (1:30 pm)
K-8 Reports Cards available in Aeries |
| Tues, June 2 |
Summer ELOP Begins |
CALENDAR QUICK LINKS
25/26 Academic Calendar
26/27 Academic Calendar
Schoolwide Events Calendar
Athletics Calendar
ELO-P Calendar
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GIFT FOR VOLUNTEERS
If you missed last week’s Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast, please stop by your campus office — we have a small gift waiting for you! Thank you for generously giving your time and energy to support and inspire our future leaders.
RETURN / PICK-UP
As the school year is wrapping up, please...
-- Return any outstanding school property including Chromebooks and its charger - have students look under beds, in the car, etc.
-- Pick up any student medication from the school office the last day of school. Any medication not picked up before the office closes for the summer will be properly disposed of in accordance with school policy.
-- Check out your campus Lost & Found for any items that may belong to your student. All items left after the last day of school will be donated.
REQUIRED BOOSTER
6th Grade Families: California Health Laws require that students entering the 7th grade must have a Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis (Tdap) booster, given after age 7, prior to entering the 7th grade. Your child must have the Tdap vaccine before the first day of school in order to attend. Read more.
GENTLY-USED ELEVATE UNIFORMS
Has your child recently outgrown their Elevate uniform (tops or bottoms)? We are always looking for extra loaners! Simply drop them off at your campus office and they will be put to good use. Thank you!
FREE SUMMER MEALS
If you are interested in free summer meals, please text SUMMER to 914-342-7744 or call 1-866-3HUNGRY. You may also search online with USDA's Summer Meals for Kids Site Finder here.
MILITARY FAMILY RESOURCE
We are excited to share a wonderful resource for our military students and their families! Cammies to College, hosted by Team STEP, is a special event designed to help military-connected families navigate the transition to higher education. Read more.
| ELEVATE PROMOTION DETAILS |
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Kindergarten Promotion Assembly & Reception
Friday, May 22, 8:30-9:30 AM
Serra Mesa Campus Blacktop
2285 Murray Ridge Rd. 92123
More details here.
5th Grade Promotion & Reception
Thursday, May 28, 9:00-10:00 AM
Elevate Middle School Campus
8404 Phyllis Pl. 92123
More details here.
8th Grade Promotion & Reception
Thursday, May 28, 1:30-2:30 pm
Elevate Middle School Campus
8404 Phyllis Pl. 92123
More details here.
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Grab some Elevate gear today! ...Golden Eagles T-shirts, sweatshirts, water bottles, hats, and more! Ten percent of each purchase will go directly to The Elevate School Foundation which supports Elevate's Mission.
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