Please note that Wednesday, October 7 is an early release day for professional development. K-8 will release at 11:30, and 9-12 will release at 12. Teachers will be sharing with each other their most recent STREAM initiatives and having dedicated time to speak with administrators.
Bobcats ROARING with pride
Tennis Conference Championships:
Singles Championship: Congratulations to Clara Sanford, who defeated teammate Sadie Davies-Payne 6-4, 7-6 (7-1) to win the conference singles championship. Congratulations also to Meg Brinkman who made it to the semi-finals.
Doubles Championship: Congratulations to Avery Cooper and Elliana Harrell, who defeated teammates Natalie Harkins and Lyla York 6-4, 6-4 to capture the conference doubles championship.
Congratulations to Clara, Sadie, Avery, Elliana, Natalie, Lyla, and Meg on an outstanding tournament. And congratulations to the entire Eno River tennis team on a great season!
Important October Dates
October 6: Blood Drive See sign up below
October 6: Fall HS Band Concert, 6pm
October 7: Early Release
October 9: End of Q1
October 12 - 16: Fall Break
October 23: Report Cards
October 27: Board Meeting, 5:30pm
October 28: 4th and 5th grade Fall Program, 9am (performance for MS/HS)
October 29: 4th and 5th grade Fall Program, 9am (performance for K-3 and families)
October 29: PreACT & PSAT & PSAT 8
October 30: Teacher Work Day
October 31: Trunk or Treat & Book Fair (31st - 11/4)
General Updates and Reminders
Blood Drive
ERA's first blood drive of the year (hosted by FCS) is coming up on Tuesday, October 6 from 9:00-2:00 in the high school gym. We need to fill 62 appointment slots and need everyone's help to make this drive a success! Anyone (16+ years of age) is welcome to donate! Click this link to sign up for
your appointment.
Student Tutoring Services
The National Honor Society is now offering student tutoring services for students in all grades! That means elementary, middle, and high school students can connect with an NHS tutor for extra academic support! Look out for our flyers around the high school building for more details. Don't go it alone—visit our tutoring website and connect with a tutor today! Questions? Feel free to reach out to NHS Vice President Keara Seys and NHS advisor Katherine Penley. We’re here to help you succeed!
Come Volunteer at the Book Fair!
The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to ERA October 30 through November 4! Get ready for a reading adventure with the newest books, bestselling series, and kid-favorite characters. Plus, every purchase earns funds for our school that let teachers choose new classroom books. Click here for more information about the Book Fair. The homepage can be used to set up student eWallets and shop online from 10/30-11/12!
We need volunteers to help make the event a great experience for all! Please click here to sign up for a shift. If you have questions please contact Ms. Hoover. (mhover@enoriveracademy.org)
After School Programs are hiring!
Our K-8 after school program is hiring!
Tuesday and Thursday staff member from 2:00-6:00, possibility of more hours
Adults 18+
Candidates should be energetic, able to work well with others and have their own transportation.
Previous experience working with children required
Responsible for:
Group Management/safety and assigned group
Leading the assigned group activities for each day
complete basic clean up for their area
Please contact Heather Cobbs, After School Program Director (asp@enoriveracademy.org) to get started!
My Hot Lunchbox
My Hot Lunchbox is available all year — bringing lunch from restaurants your kids love straight to our school. Whether you've been ordering all semester or haven't tried it yet, it's easy to get started (or keep going): download the app, create an account, and set up your child's profile. Order online or via the app until noon the day before delivery, and your child’s lunch is delivered directly to school. Order Now: Go to MyHotLunchbox.com or download the app.
Candy and Costume Donations
Weaver Youth Fellowship is hosting a Halloween party for our unhoused community at Home Start, and is collecting candy and costume donations. Gently used costumes, accessories and candy can be donated at the front office October 1- October 23. For more information please contact Ida Dashti (idadashti@enoriveracademy.org)
Update from Nurse Jenn
Questions about your child’s medication while they are at school? Wondering the thresholds to keep a child at home when sick? Nurse Jen has outlined that and more in her most recent update that can be found here.
Duke Football Fundraiser
NEXT SIGN UP DATE: OCT 17th
This is an opportunity to make a lot of money for our ERA athletics programs. We will need 12 parents and up to 4 kids per game, but kids must be 16 and up. You will work at a Duke football concession stand, and it's busy! We will make 10% of that stand's proceeds. Please wear ERA gear as you work if possible. All adults will also need to complete online training before working (once you sign up, Brad will send you the link). Please click this link to review the available slots and consider signing up for 1-2 slots this fall. Thank you!
PTO Corner
October Teacher Appreciation Lunch
This month we are focusing on 8th and 11th grade families (but anyone and everyone CAN help!) to help supply the staff a delicious lunch before their professional development on Wednesday October 7th. Donations can be made towards the Jersey Mike's sub trays through this link - note October lunch!
Please sign up to either donate your time or supplies via this link.
Coming soon . . .staff favorites list in case you want to surprise them with a little treat, plan for the holidays, etc
What you might have missed?
Purchase your 2027 Yearbooks!
Parents can now order their yearbooks at the cheapest price of the year, using this link!
Please note that although it says "Upper School" this is the K-12 yearbook and includes elementary and middle school!
Follow the official Eno River Academy Instagram Page! (@enoriveracademy)
Boxtops for Education
Did you know we are a Boxtops for Education school? No longer do you have to clip your boxtops and bring them in, there is now an app! Click this link to download the app, and scan your receipts within 14 days to give credit to our school.
Pantry Donations Needed
Granola bars, apple sauce and small water bottles would be very appreciated! Drop off your donation during the morning carline, or have your child walk them into the front office.
Board of Directors
The next regular BOD monthly meeting Tuesday, October 27th starting at 5:30 p.m. at the ERA HS conference room. Public comments are welcome and can be made in person, live over Zoom, or submitted in advance (no later than 1 p.m. Sept 29th) to board@enoriveracademy.org. We hope to see you there. More information and links about ERA's Board can be found here.
- Order lunch through My Hot Lunchbox