Congratulations to the EHS Pirate Marching Band who recently placed 3rd in the CBA state competition!
Parent & Community Newsletter
In this issue:

  • Activities and Upcoming Events
  • School Culture Survey
  • Family Resources
  • How to Help Kids Deal with Cyberbullying
  • Halloween Fun
  • Join Us for a Thanksgiving Meal
  • Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education Program
  • Gifted Education Program
  • Construction Updates
Activities & Upcoming Events
Englewood Schools Events for the Month of November:

  • Friday, November 2: ELA/EMS McTeacher Night, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at McDonald's on Hampden
  • Tuesday, November 6: EMS/ELA Family Fall Festival, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday, November 7: Regular Board of Education Meeting
  • Charles Hay Thanksgiving Meal
  • Thursday, November 8: Fall Choir Extravaganza for EMS, ELA and EHS 6:30 p.m. at TEC
  • Friday, November 9: Staff Development Day
  • Monday, November 12: Charles Hay PTSA Meeting
  • Tuesday, November 13: District Accountability Committee Meeting, 6:00 p.m. at 4101 S. Bannock St.
  • Wednesday, November 14: Language Development Council Meeting, 5:00 p.m. at Charles Hay
  • Thursday, November 15: Gifted and Talented Parent Night, 5:00 p.m. at Clayton
  • Thanksgiving Meal at all schools except Charles Hay
  • Monday, November 19 - Friday, November 23: No school Thanksgiving Break
  • Tuesday, November 27: Board of Education Work Session, 6:00 p.m. at 4101 S. Bannock St.

You can also see these events on the Englewood Schools district events calendar.

Free or Low-Cost Family Activities in November:

School Culture Survey
We want to know what you think about your child's school! Each year, we send out a school culture survey to parents, staff members, and students in grades 3-12. The data from the surveys help us improve student relationships, learning conditions, and the school's overall environment.

You can access the parent survey by  clicking here  or by copying and pasting this link into your browser:   https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/RXRTV75 .

This survey is anonymous and voluntary. The more questions you answer, the more valuable information you will provide to us. We appreciate you taking the time to answer the questions (about 10-15 minutes.) 

Please complete the survey as soon as possible. This survey will close on November 5. 
Family Resources
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As the holidays and colder weather approach, we know that this can be a time when many families need a little extra help.

Here are some resources you may want to use or pass on to others in need:

Rent Assistance
Catholic Charities
720.377.1313
303.742.0828
Residents of Arapahoe County not living in Aurora

Integrated Family Community Services
3370 S. Irving St., Englewood 80110
303.789.0501
Serves families and seniors in Arapahoe, northern Douglas and southeastern JeffCo - food bank, clothing, rental and mortgage assistance, utilities assistance, prescription assistance, bus tokens, holiday baskets, birth certificates, prescription medical assistance, victim assistance, recreation passes, case management.

Salvation Army - Housing Now
303.295.3366
Up to $1500.00 of assistance for homeless families trying to get into housing; verification of income is required.

Utilities Assistance
Salvation Army - Centennial Corps Family Services Center
303.779.9662
3900 E. Arapahoe Rd., Centennial 80122
Food Pantry - Tuesdays from 5:30-7:00pm and Thursday from 9:00-11:30am. Bring ID for every member of the household and a current piece of mail. Families may visit once every 30 days. Additional services include: rent, utilities, prescriptions and ID - call Resource Line for information - 303.295.3366.

Holiday Meals
Cafe 180
303.761.4510
3315 S. Broadway, Englewood
11-2 on Thanksgiving day
All you need to bring is a hungry stomach!

Inner-City Parish
303.629.0636
1212 Mariposa St., Denver
Arrive around 6pm, Tuesday, 11.19
All are welcome.

First Presbyterian Church
303.798.1389
1609 W. Littleton Blvd., Littleton
12-2pm on Thanksgiving day (arrival closer to noon is suggested)
6-7pm the day after Christmas 12.26
This church serves meals the last Tuesday of every month from 6-7pm, except for November and December.
All are welcome.

Salvation Army - Denver Christmas Dinner
December 23 from 11-1
Denver Convention Center, 700 14th St. -Exhibit Hall B (Welton Entrance), Denver
Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult

If you need further help or assistance, please reach out to Becky Manning at becky_manning@engschools.net.
How to Help Kids Deal with Cyberbullying
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In today's digital age, cyberbullying is something that many children and teens deal with. As a parent, do you know how to help your child if he or she is dealing with cyberbullying?

In this article from the Child Mind Institute, you'll get answers to questions about what you should do and how to know if you need to intervene if your child is getting cyberbullied.

Having open conversations with your child about online and digital behavior is an important first step. Make sure you start there so you can be aware if your child is being bullied online.

Halloween Fun
Many of our schools celebrated Halloween with costumes, parades and parties. Here are a few photos of the fun around the district!
Join Us for a Thanksgiving Meal
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On Thursday, November 15 (November 7 at Charles Hay), we invite you to join your child for a special lunch at his or her school! We will be serving slow-roasted turkey with creamy mashed potatoes, green beans, a salad bar and dessert.

Tickets can be purchased in advance at your child's school for $3.75, or you can pay cash the day of the meal.

You can find more information at www.englewoodeats.com.
Culturally & Linguistically Diverse Education Program
The English Learner newsletter has a new name, and a new look! Now known as the CLD News, this month's newsletter includes:

  • Fun activities to develop language
  • Benefits of being bilingual


Also, did you know about the Englewood Schools Language Development Council?

Englewood’s Language Development Council (LDC) will meet monthly during the 2018-2019 school year. These meetings are facilitated by the Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education Department, and are open to Englewood teachers, parents, and students.

The LDC meetings will be held the third Wednesday of each month from 5:00-6:00PM. Locations change each month. The meeting dates are:

Wednesday, November 14th (Charles Hay) - STEM Night!
Wednesday, December 19th (The Englewood Campus)
Wednesday, January 16th (Colorado’s FInest)
Wednesday, February 20th (Maddox ECE)
Wednesday, March 20th (Cherrelyn)
Wednesday, April 17th (TBA)
Wednesday, May 15th (TBA)

For more information or to become involved, please contact Lorenzo Moreno, at: Lorenzo_Moreno@engschools.ne t or 303-806-2117.
Gifted Education Program
The newsletter for families of Gifted Learners now comes out quarterly. Please watch the Gifted Education website for any timely updates in between newsletters.

Questions? Contact the Gifted Education Administrator, Matt Hoganson at matt_hoganson@engschools.net.
Construction Updates
Visit our  Bond Projects and Construction web pages  to find updated information on each school construction project. There, you can view weekly construction updates, aerial photos, live videos of the construction at Maddox ,   project budget updates ,  project timelines  and more!

Visit our  construction pages by clicking here , or by going to the Discover menu on our district website and selecting 2016 Bond Projects.
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Englewood, CO 80110
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