Lion's Pride Annual Campaign
Will You Go All In for All of Us?
Donate Today!
Funds raised during the Lion’s Pride Annual Campaign go directly to supporting our School’s needs in areas of curriculum development, technology, and teacher training. It is these educational “extras” that make E. Rivers a top 10 APS elementary school.
The Lion’s Pride Annual Campaign is our school’s largest fundraiser in support of the E. Rivers Educational Foundation (EREF). Every dollar EREF spends for educational resources and teacher training allows the administration to allocate the school’s general fund for personnel, including teaching and support staff, and as a result, keeps our class sizes low. Here are just some of the items donors, like you, have helped fund:
- Teacher stipends of at least $300 for curriculum enhancements and classroom
materials (and our new teachers received more!)
- Support for Eureka Math, Lucy Calkins Reading and Writing Curriculum, Orton Gillingham and Foreign Language Curriculum
- Student binders, Friday folders and Air Purifiers for every class
- Materials for the Media Center including Spanish language books for our library
- Support for the IB curriculum, teacher training and endorsements (ESOL, Gifted)
- Supplies and equipment for Specials: Art, Music, World Language and PE
- Ongoing support for technology repairs and maintenance; replacement of APS and E. Rivers issued devices and accessories, like headphones
Every gift makes a difference. To learn more, please visit the E. Rivers Educational Foundation (EREF) and Lion’s Pride Campaign websites. Or, contact the Lion’s Pride team at lionspride@eriversfoundation.org.
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District Attendance Policy
As you are aware, your child's attendance is extremely important in ensuring your child gets the content that they need to be successful. Please see the district's attendance protocols for UNEXCUSED absences:
When students are absent, parents are expected to notify their child’s teacher explaining the nature of the absence and the expected duration. Upon returning to school, a written excuse must be sent to the front office. The student handbook outlines the district protocol and outlines which absences are considered excused.
Attendance letters will be mailed weekly to parents of children who have unexcused absences; beginning at the 3rd unexcused absence and subsequently the 5th & 10th unexcused absence. At the 8th unexcused absence, teachers will submit a referral to the school social worker. The school social worker will make contact with parents to explore any barriers and offer support. If there are no improvements, a referral to the Division of Family and Children Services (DFACS) and /or probate court may be submitted. We encourage parents to schedule vacations during school breaks. If a student is absent due to family trips that occur outside of the school break schedule, the absences are considered unexcused. We encourage all parents to refer to the student handbook for guidance on attendance which can be found here.
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Esta notificación ofrece orientación con relación a los protocolos de asistencia establecidos por el distrito. Cuando los estudiantes no puedan asistir a la escuela, se espera que los padres notifiquen a los maestros de sus hijos explicando la naturaleza de la ausencia y la duración. Cuando los estudiantes regresen a la escuela, deberán enviar una excusa por escrito a la oficina principal. El manual del estudiante describe el protocolo del distrito y señala qué ausencias se consideran justificadas.
Las cartas de asistencia serán enviadas semanalmente a los padres de los niños que tengan ausencias injustificadas; comenzando en la 3ª ausencia injustificada y posteriormente en la 5ª y 10ª ausencias. A partir de la 8ª ausencia injustificada, los profesores remitirán una carta al trabajador social de la escuela. El trabajador social de la escuela se pondrá en contacto con los padres para explorar cualquier obstáculo y ofrecer apoyo. Si no hay mejoras, se puede remitir a la División de Servicios para la Familia y los Niños (DFACS) y/o al tribunal sucesorio. Animamos a los padres a programar las vacaciones verificando el calendario escolar. Si los estudiantes se ausentan debido a viajes familiares que ocurren cuando los estudiantes están en clases, esas ausencias se consideran injustificadas. Animamos a todos los padres a consultar el manual del estudiante para obtener orientación sobre la asistencia.
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Parent BASC Consent Forms
Last Friday in the Friday Folders you should have received a BASC parental screening form on a blue piece of paper. The document explains the district's initiative and the purpose of the BASC screener. If you have misplaced the form or are in need of an additional copy, please contact your child's teacher. All opt-out forms should be received by the teacher no later than September 15. This week, your child's teacher will be contacting you directly with a link to access the website to complete your parent rating and provide your child's student ID number.
*Digital Administration is available in English and Spanish.
What: BSDC-3 / BESS (Behavior and Emotional Screening Scale).
Why: To identify student strengths and areas of growth. To help support students and promote their social emotional well-being.
When: Fall Semester September 16- October 1 Spring Semester February 16 - March 1.
Who: 3rd- 12th (self-rating and screened by teacher and/or staff) Pk- 12th ( parents are invited to complete a brief screening).
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El viernes pasado, en las carpetas de los viernes, debería haber recibido un formulario de evaluación parental de BASC en una hoja de papel azul. El documento explica la iniciativa del distrito y el propósito del evaluador BASC. Si extravió el formulario o necesita una copia adicional, comuníquese con el maestro de su hijo. El maestro debe recibir todos los formularios de exclusión voluntaria a más tardar el 15 de septiembre. El maestro de su hijo se comunicará con usted directamente con un enlace para acceder al sitio web y completar su calificación de padre y el número de identificación de estudiante de su hijo.
* La administración digital está disponible en inglés y español.
Qué: BSDC-3 / BESS (Escala de evaluación conductual y emocional).
Por qué: Identificar las fortalezas de los estudiantes y las áreas de crecimiento. Para ayudar a apoyar a los estudiantes y promover su bienestar socioemocional.
Cuando: Semestre de otoño 16 de septiembre al 1 de octubre Semestre de primavera 16 de febrero - 1 de marzo.
OMS: 3. ° a 12. ° (autoevaluación y evaluado por el maestro y / o el personal) Pk- 12th (se invita a los padres a completar una breve evaluación).
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PTA Meeting Minutes
Please click here for the September PTA Meeting Minutes.
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Concession Stand - Volunteers Needed
The E. Rivers Lion’s Pause concession stand is opening this Fall for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. Drinks and snacks are sold during Peachtree Road United Methodist Church soccer games and E. Rivers events including the upcoming Fall picnic. The concession stand is one of our largest fundraisers for PTA.
Volunteers are needed for weekend shifts starting the weekend of September 18th and going through November 14th. Volunteering is fun and can be a great opportunity to spend time with your children or a family member or catch up with a friend. Sign up for a volunteer shift here.
On-site training on a drop-in basis will be available for new and returning volunteers on Sunday, September 12th, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM.
Incentives: PTA volunteers who complete two volunteer shifts in the concession stand will receive an E. Rivers t-shirt. Teachers and staff who complete a volunteer shift will receive a coupon to wear jeans to school.
Questions: Contact Katharine Montgomery, caesark@mindspring.com, 404-377-2215.
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Request for Singers
The music department is looking for some singers for 2 amazing Rivers events. We are looking for a student performer to sing the "Star Spangled Banner" at the Rivers Shivers on October 23. We are also looking for several student performers to sing "America the Beautiful" at our Veteran's Day event on November 11th.
Music will be provided on our music google classroom for practice. Ms. Weingart will hear singers on October 4th, 5th, and 6th, during morning arrival time and final performers will be chosen on October 8th. If your student is interested, please let Ms. Weingart know: Jessica.Weingart@atlanta.k12.ga.us.
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Gifted Informational Meeting
September 22
There will be a Gifted and Talented meeting at E. Rivers on September 22 at 5:30 p.m., in Media Center. During this meeting we will discuss what the program looks like at E. Rivers. We will share information about the three models implemented at E. Rivers and cover eligibility requirements for first and second look referrals. If you plan to attend the meeting, please sign up here.
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Spirit Night at Moe's
September 14
Make dinner easy and stop by Moe's Buckhead between 5 - 8 p.m., to show your school spirit. Dine-in, take-out, or order ahead on-line with the code MOESGIVES20. 20% of the proceeds are donated to support our school. Just make sure to mention E. Rivers at checkout. Moe's is located at 2915 Peachtree Road.
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Dot Day
September 15
September 15 is International DOT Day! Make your mark and see where it takes you. On September 15 we will be discussing and reading books about how we can make our own mark in society. We want to see your DOT Day spirit! Feel free to dress up in your favorite dot day attire. From polka-dots to your own creative DOT Day outfit, we want you to show your school spirit.
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Call for Room Parents and Volunteers!
There are tons of ways to get involved at E. Rivers! If you are interested in being a room parent for your child’s class, or hearing about the variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year, please email Molly and Cason at eriversvolunteers@gmail.com to begin receiving our monthly newsletter with sign-up opportunities included. This is a great way to get to know other parents, teachers & staff, your child’s friends, and to peep on your kids at school! Email today to get involved!
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Sign Up for Lunch Time Helper
Since students are not eating in the cafeteria, we need help getting lunches to the classrooms. This is a quick, easy way to help out and wave hi to your kiddo! Any questions, please email Macayla Peterson at eriverswelcomedesk@gmail.com. Sign up HERE.
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September Media News
Click here for the latest news from Ms. Boston in the Media Center.
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International Walk to School Day
September 15
Rain or Shine, join your fellow students in celebration of walk to school day. Parents, when you park along Peachtree Battle to walk your students to the front gate, please do not block driveways.
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Fall Picnic
September 24
Save the date for the Fall Picnic, which will take place on the E. Rivers field from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. More details coming soon.
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Rivers Shivers
October 23
Save the date for Rivers Shivers, which will take place at E. Rivers the morning of October 23rd. More exciting news about the race and details coming soon!
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New Spiritwear Available
New Spiritwear styles are available, and we are restocked on some of your favorite items. Check it out here!
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Gifted and Talented Referral
The parent referral window for GATE services opens on September 1, 2021 and closes on September 30, 2021. In order to refer your child, please complete this form. Once you complete the form, you may return it to your child’s homeroom teacher. If you have any questions, please contact Courtney Benner (cbenner@atlanta.k12.ga.us) or Paul Hulsing (phulsing@atlanta.k12.ga.us).
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Recomendación para Dotados y Talentosos
El período de recomendación de los padres para los servicios de GATE comienza el 1 de septiembre de 2021 y termina el 30 de septiembre de 2021. Para recomendar a su hijo, por favor complete el formulario en este enlace. Una vez completado el formulario, usted puede entregárselo a la maestra de su hijo. Si tiene alguna pregunta, por favor comuníquese con Courtney Benner (cbenner@atlanta.k12.ga.us) o Paul Hulsing (phulsing@atlanta.k12.ga.us).
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Veterans Day Interest Survey
We are excited to celebrate the veterans in our E. Rivers family again this year! We are planning a celebration for November 11th and we would like to gauge the interest of our veterans and their families in attending an in-person ceremony. Therefore, if you are a veteran or if you have a veteran in your family, please complete this short survey to let us know your preferences. If you have any questions, please contact Megan Watkins at meganuga@aol.com.
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September IB Learner Profile
Please check out the IB Learner Profile for September.
English Version
Spanish Version
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