Happy Friday, Emerald Heights Families!

We’ve had a great 3rd week at school and have several important updates to share before the weekend.

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Raptor Visitor/Volunteer Kiosk

Next week we’ll begin using our new Raptor Visitor/Volunteer Kiosk in the school lobby.
Here’s how it works:

• Visitors and volunteers scan their government-issued ID at the Raptor kiosk in the lobby.
• The kiosk will take a quick photo and ask a few short questions.
• A photo ID badge will be printed for you to pick up at the front office.
• When leaving, return to the kiosk to scan your badge or your ID to sign out.

The most important thing to remember: please bring your ID every time you visit or volunteer.
We’re happy to help if you have any questions about the new process!

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Spirit Wear

The deadline for Spirit Wear orders is today, September 26th.
If you’d like to purchase Emerald Heights Spirit Wear online, visit:
https://emeraldheights2025.itemorder.com/shop/home/

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Annual Fall Fundraiser

Our biggest community event of the year kicks off September 29th and runs through October 17th!
With your support, we can enhance classrooms, bring in new technology, and fund exceptional programs that go beyond district resources.
✨ This Year’s Goal: $30,000 ✨
🚀 What Your Support Made Possible Last Year:
✔️ Academic Tools: Accelerated Reader, Edison Robotics, STEM enrichment
✔️ Art & Music: New art materials + instruments
✔️ Classroom Support: Social/emotional tools, supplies, recess + PE equipment, sound systems, safety kits
✔️ Student Experiences: Field trips, 5th grade camp, Trunk or Treat, Spirit Wear, Field Day, STEM showcase, staff appreciation
Donations can be made under your student’s name at:
https://www.givebacks.com/causes/emeraldheightspta/campaigns/empta
Thank you for being the superheroes behind Emerald Heights—together we can make this the best year yet!

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PTA Meeting

The PTA will hold their General Membership Meeting on Monday, October 6th at 4:15 p.m. in the library.
They’ll also host a Costume Donation and Costume Swap at that time.
Children are welcome—there will be small toys and coloring books for younger kids.

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Trunk or Treat

Save the Date! Our Trunk or Treat event will be on October 30th.
Candy and non-candy donations are much appreciated. More event details will be shared soon!

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Love and Logic

We’re excited to offer Love and Logic for families again this school year!
Here’s the link to the flyer:
Love and Logic Flyer
We’ll have three sessions this school year:

• September (starting soon)
• January
• April

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Lost and Found

Our Lost and Found is already starting to pile up!
Please remember to label your child’s sweatshirts, jackets, lunchboxes, and water bottles so we can return items quickly.

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Thank you for your partnership and support. We wish you all a wonderful weekend!

Take care! 

Stephanie Brush 
Principal Emerald Heights