Eader’s September attendance rate was 97.3%, compared to 98.1% in September last year.
While we saw a slight dip, attendance remains strong, and we appreciate our families’ commitment to making school a priority.
Please help your child arrive on time every day, ready to learn. Our morning instructional block includes some of the most important learning of the day, and arriving late means missing essential instruction.
Thank you for helping our students start each day successfully.
Fine Art Instruction Begins This WeekThis week, fine art joins vocal music, instrumental music, and dance in our arts offerings at Eader as we welcome back Mrs. Sara Walk, owner of Poppy House Art Studio. Mrs. Walk did a tremendous job leading four art lessons for our students last year, and we’re excited to share that this year, students will enjoy six grade-level-specific lessons throughout the year.
Mrs. Walk has some incredible lessons planned. Seeing our students’ creations last year was a highlight of the year for me, and I can’t wait to see what they create next. Be sure to ask your child about their art experience this week - we’re confident they’ll be excited to share what they’ve created.
Eader Glee Club Sign-Ups & AuditionsIt’s not too late to sign up for Eader Glee Club! Glee is open to 4th and 5th grade students and meets Thursdays before school from 7:45-8:30 am.
The program includes a Winter Concert in December and the HBCSD Choral Festival in April.
Click Here - Sign Up for GleeAuditions are next week and are optional. Students only need to audition if they would like to be considered for a featured speaking or singing part.
For more information, please contact Ms. Miars at
amiars@hbcsd.us 
Eader Dine-Out Fundraiser at Golden Spoon - Tuesday, October 6
Join us for our first dine-out fundraiser of the school year on Tuesday, October 6 at Golden Spoon! Stop by for a sweet treat while supporting Eader and our PTA.
Please see the flyer below for additional details. We hope to see many of our Eader families there!
Spirit Squad - Practices Begin the Week of October 12
Does your child love to cheer, dance, stay active, and show their school spirit? Spirit Squad could be the perfect fit. Students in grades 1–5 are invited to join Ms. Whitney, our school dance and motion teacher, for a fun way to get moving and spread Eader pride.
Permission slips went home on Friday and are also attached to this message. If your child is interested, please complete the permission slip and return it to Ms. Whitney this coming week.
Please see the flyer below for more information.
Family Skate Night - Friday, October 16
Bring your family and friends to Eader Family Skate Night and help your class bring home the coveted Eader Golden Skate Trophy.
The class with the most points will earn the trophy to proudly display in their classroom - and a little schoolwide bragging rights.
Admission is $12 and includes skate rentals. Teachers and staff skate FREE with a school ID.
Earn points for your class:
• 1 point for each Eader skater
• 1 extra point for wearing Eader spirit wear
• 1 extra point for each skating sibling or friend who does not attend Eader
• 1 extra point for each parent who skates
• 2 points for each teacher who attends - no skating required
Be sure to check in at the PTA table so your points count. See the flyer below for more information.
Parent-Teacher Conferences - Week of October 19Parent-teacher conferences will take place during the week of October 19. This is a valuable opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher, discuss progress, and work together to support their learning.
Please note the following schedule:
• Tuesday, October 20:
Early dismissal on a planning day schedule, with conferences in the afternoon.
• Wednesday, October 21:
No school for students, with conferences held throughout the day.
• Thursday, October 22: Regular Thursday planning day schedule, with conferences in the afternoon.
Thank you for your partnership and for adjusting your pickup plans accordingly.
Eader’s Second Annual Trunk or Treat - Thursday, October 29
Join us from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. for Eader’s second annual Trunk or Treat.
Last year’s event was a hit and we hope everyone can make it. More information, including costume guidance, will follow.
As always, costume weapons, including fake weapons, are not permitted on campus.
Non-Student Day - Monday, November 2
Please mark your calendars: School will not be in session for students on Monday, November 2, as staff will participate in professional development.
We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday, November 3.
Yearbook Photo Request - Family Picnic
Throughout the year, we’ll be asking families to share photos from school events for our yearbook.
If you captured any special moments at our Family Picnic, we would appreciate you submitting your photos using the link below. Your contributions help us celebrate our Eader community and include more of our students in the yearbook.
Click Here - Family Picnic Yearbook Photos
Introducing Securly Home: A Free Parent Tool for Your Child's School Device
Earlier this week, the District sent a message introducing Securly Home to all families. Securly Home is a free parent app included with the district's internet filter. It connects to your child's HBCSD Google account, so filtering and monitoring apply on any device your child signs in to with their school credentials, not just a district-issued device. You can see your child's recent online activity, set offline schedules, block specific sites, and pause internet access with one tap. You can also opt in to alerts if the system flags signs of bullying or self-harm.
Setup takes under five minutes: download the Securly Home app, log in with the email on file with your child's school, and click the link in your email.
Get started: securly.com/home-parent
Questions: itdept@hbcsd.us
Help Shape HBCSD's Next Five Years
Our District is creating a new strategic plan for 2027–2032, and your ideas will help set its direction.
From October 9-19, join the conversation on ThoughtExchange by sharing what makes HBCSD strong, where we can improve, and what our top priorities should be. It's anonymous and available in multiple languages. Every voice from Eader counts!
A Message from Our School Counselor, Mr. Paul Lennon
Hello Families
Throughout October, I will be visiting classrooms to discuss ways students can identify and take a stand against bullying in recognition of National Bullying Prevention Month.
In addition to reviewing the different types of bullying and what they may look like, I will help students explore how to be an upstander when they see unkind actions happening around them. Together, we will highlight the importance of kindness, respect, and including others in our school community.
You can support these conversations at home by talking with your child about being kind to themselves and others, as well as speaking up when they see unkind actions. Please also remind your child that they can always seek help from a trusted adult at school if they feel unsafe or are unsure of what to do.
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like additional information about bullying prevention.
Thank you for your continued support.
Paul Lennon
School Counselor
plennon@hbcsd.us
Spring Sing - Save the Dates
Spring Sing is a long way off, but we wanted to share these dates early to help your family plan ahead.
• Friday, May 28: Grades 2, 3, and 4
• Friday, June 11: TK, Kindergarten, and Grade 1
• Thursday, June 17: Fifth grade will perform during their promotion ceremony that morning.
Performance times and additional details will be shared as we get closer.
Reflections Schoolwide Art Contest - A Message from the Eader PTA
Calling all artists! The reflections contest is coming up! This year's theme is "What my Culture Means to Me."
Students can submit an art submission in the categories of visual arts, dance, photography, music composition and poetry.
Students may submit an entry in each category. All entries must be turned in on Friday, October 16, during morning drop-off at the tables next to Gate 5.
All entries will require a completed student entry form, linked here.
Click Here - Reflections Art Contest Entry Form
Support Eader PTA with Your Holiday Cards!Planning to order holiday cards this year? Minted is offering a special discount for Eader families! Use code FUNDRAISEEADER at checkout on
Minted.com to receive 20% off your order.
Even better, Minted will donate 10% of your purchase back to Eader PTA. It’s an easy way to save on your holiday cards while supporting our school at the same time.
Thank you for supporting Eader PTA and our school community this holiday season!
Parking Lot Safety & Efficiency - Please Thoroughly ReviewWith only a single lane entering and exiting our school parking lot, please keep in mind that one car has the ability to severely impact and hold up the entire line. To help keep traffic moving and ensure safety:
• Please have your child prepared to leave the vehicle safely and quickly on the curbside (school side).
• Stay in your car at all times.
• Pull up as far as you can, even past the gate, so the maximum number of cars can unload along the curb.
• Do not pull in front of other cars if there is a hold up.
• When leaving the parking lot, right turns only are permitted.
• Do not park or leave your vehicle in any area marked with a red curb.
Thank you in advance for your cooperation in keeping our students safe and supporting the smooth flow of traffic in our Eader community.
