March 23, 2026

Hello ELC Families,

Happy Spring, ELC Families! 🌸☀️ As the season of new beginnings arrives, our classrooms are full of energy, curiosity, and joyful learning. This month, our students are diving into the Creative Curriculum Ball Study, where they are exploring all things balls—how they move, bounce, roll, and are used in different games and activities. Through hands-on investigations, conversations, and play, children are building important skills in language, math, and problem-solving. We love seeing their excitement as they discover and learn in such meaningful ways!

A Peek👀 at our Week

This week, we are excited to host our STEAM Day Event for both students and families! We are grateful to our community partners, the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), Empower All, Inc., and BASF, who will support this experience by joining us and/or providing take-home STEAM kits for families to continue the learning at home. It’s going to be a day full of exploration, creativity, and fun for everyone! Pizza, chips, and cookies will be provided for all to enjoy. 

Fundraiser Update 

Our fundraiser has been a huge success! As of today, we have sold over $2386  worth of merchandise! Thank you so much to everyone who has contributed and supported our school. Today is the last day to order, but there is still time! Be sure to place your order at needsyoursupport.org using our Group ID: 2Y7QB.

Don’t forget, the top-selling student will receive a $100 prize! Thank you again for your continued support! 💙

Upcoming Events:  

• March 27: STEAM Day (Family School Partnership Event), 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
  Join us at the ELC for a fun, hands-on STEAM experience! Students and families will explore, create, and learn together through engaging activities led by our staff and partners.

• March 30–April 3: Spring Break (No School)
  We hope our ELC families enjoy a restful and refreshing Spring Break!

• April: Autism Awareness & Acceptance Month 💙
  At the ELC, we celebrate and honor the unique strengths of every child while continuing to build an inclusive and accepting school community.

• April 6: Teacher Workday (No School for Students)
  Our ELC staff will be engaged in planning and professional learning to continue providing high-quality experiences for your children.

• April 6–10: Assistant Principal/Assistant Director Appreciation Week
  We will celebrate our ELC Assistant Director, Ms. Milam for their commitment, care, and dedication to our students, staff, and families each day.

• April 20–24: Administrative Assistant & Data Manager Appreciation Week
  We will  recognize our amazing ELC team members, Ms. Alex and Ms. Jess, who works behind the scenes to keep everything running smoothly and support our school community in so many ways!

As we welcome this new season, we look forward to many more moments of joy, discovery, and connection. Wishing all of our ELC families a wonderful and refreshing Spring! 🌸💛

With appreciation,

The ELC Admin Team