Be sure to come out and support our Drama Department students in their spring performance of "Shrek the Musical" on April 17 and 18 at 7:00 p.m. and April 19 at 2:00 p.m.
Next week is ISASP testing week for students in grades 3-6. Please encourage your student(s) to do their best throughout the week and get plenty of rest!
Today Kindergarten had their family hour, we did a taking care of earth craft as this goes along with our CKLA knowledge unit we just started. Students talked with their family about what earth is made up of, what a natural resource is and how we can make earth a better place.
The Iowa Governor’s STEM Advisory Council at the Iowa Department of Education is awarding 17 STEM BEST® Program model schools a total of over $300,000 to help bring real-world STEM learning opportunities to life for Iowa students this summer. The 2026 STEM BEST Explore awards was officially released to the public today. The Easton Valley Community School District has been awarded up to $20,000 to put toward a summer learning experience. Students will maintain hydroponic units in the existing greenhouse, harvest produce, prepare it for sale and manage pest control through the Greenhouse Internship Program. Students will also deliver educational lessons about plant science to elementary students.
@IowaSTEM, #STEMBEST
@IowaSTEM, #STEMBEST
A little sneak peak of some of the plants we will have at our plant sale!
May 1st 2pm-6pm
May 2nd 8:30am-4:00pm
Come support EV FFA and get some beautiful plants!
May 1st 2pm-6pm
May 2nd 8:30am-4:00pm
Come support EV FFA and get some beautiful plants!
River Hawk Softball Pitch/Catch Clinic 2026 was a big success! The morning group consisted of 3rd-5th graders, and the afternoon group was 6th-12th graders, all girls with an interest in pitching or catching. Thank you to Coach Emily, a pitching coach from the Clinton area, for bringing her expertise to the afternoon group.
The Hall of Fame Committee will be voting for the class of 2027 on May 1st. If you know of a deserving individual or team who has not been nominated, please fill out this form and return it to the HS.
3rd Grade wrapped up their Native American unit by having special guest, Gene Kieffer, come in to share his collection of artifacts. Gene talked about tribes that were local to our area and even taught the students a few Native American games!
Ms.Stacy's preschoolers had an eggciting week! Not only did they get to dry eggs but they got to use their 5 senses to explore peeps! We hope everyone has a happy Easter 🐰🐣
Today we announced the nominations and winners for our March Soaring River Hawks in the elementary! Congratulations to all of these students!
Joclynn Paulsen--was nominated by Mrs. Adams. "She is always willing to help others. Her bubbly personality is a joy to have every day. Thanks for being a great leader!"
Everett Lawson--was nominated by Chicken. "He volunteered to help. He took something to the gym for me."
Leo Waltert--was nominated by Miss Barb. "Leo offered to clean tables at lunchtime and was upset that he couldn't that day. He came back the next day and did a great job!"
Zoey Goodenow--was nominated by Mrs. Kilburg. "She has transitioned so well to EV! She is kind and helpful to her classmates."
Joclynn Paulsen--was nominated by Mrs. Adams. "She is always willing to help others. Her bubbly personality is a joy to have every day. Thanks for being a great leader!"
Everett Lawson--was nominated by Chicken. "He volunteered to help. He took something to the gym for me."
Leo Waltert--was nominated by Miss Barb. "Leo offered to clean tables at lunchtime and was upset that he couldn't that day. He came back the next day and did a great job!"
Zoey Goodenow--was nominated by Mrs. Kilburg. "She has transitioned so well to EV! She is kind and helpful to her classmates."
Happy Easter from some bunnies in Ms. Nicki's preschool!
On Tuesday, April 7th EVES will be conducting an "active threat" drill. Please read the attached letter for further details. If you have any concerns with your student participating, please reach out to the elementary office.
We're not foolin', EVES has the BEST paraprofessionals! Happy national paraprofessional day to the best associates around. We are lucky to have you!
EASTON VALLEY COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
FACILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026 5:00 - 6:30 PM
EASTON VALLEY JH/HS
PRESTON, IOWA
1. Call to Order
2. Discuss the Purpose of the Facility Advisory Committee
3. Explore Interest in Continuing Committee Work to Improve Facilities
4. Consider Potential Plans and Timelines for the Improvement Process
5. Discuss Options Regarding Makeup for Committee and Next Steps
6. Adjourn
FACILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026 5:00 - 6:30 PM
EASTON VALLEY JH/HS
PRESTON, IOWA
1. Call to Order
2. Discuss the Purpose of the Facility Advisory Committee
3. Explore Interest in Continuing Committee Work to Improve Facilities
4. Consider Potential Plans and Timelines for the Improvement Process
5. Discuss Options Regarding Makeup for Committee and Next Steps
6. Adjourn
5th graders hunted for their unit review questions hidden in eggs for math today! No decimal is safe from being solved by these detectives.
Easton Valley Performing Arts Boosters Meeting
Mrs. Michaelsen's 3rd Graders set a WIG to complete 100 books/AR tests by the end of March. They surpassed their goal and completed over 150!! We celebrated with a pajama day and donuts!
LEAP week of March 30 - April 3
With all the basketball madness going on in March, 5th and 6th graders used basketballs in music class to practice rhythms and steady beats! 🏀⛹🏼♀️
First grade students have been engaged in an exciting unit on space. To conclude the unit, they participated in a family engagement event where they had the opportunity to share what they learned with their families. A highlight was designing and creating their own rocket ships!
