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Elevate News | Oct 1, 2026

Posted Date: 10/01/26 (12:00 PM)


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In This Issue of the Elevate News
  • ​Tomorrow is our first Load the Lounge day - details below!
  • Save the Date: 7 Habits Family Workshop, ELAC Meeting, Dessert with the Directors and more!
  • Key Links: Chili Cook-off Sign-ups, Family Fall Survey, Festival Volunteer Sign-ups and more!
Please read on for this week's Elevate News...
Supporting Elevate's Military Students
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Hi! My name is Allison Donahoe-Beggs and I am the Military & Family Life Counselor (MFLC) with Elevate School!

I'm here to help students of military families feel supported, safe, and successful at school. I provide confidential, non-medical counseling support to help service members and their families navigate challenges and build resilience.  


What is non-medical counseling?  

It is providing strength-based and solution-focused assistance and support. Diagnosis and treatment are outside of the MFLC's scope. MFLCs can assist with feelings identification, self-esteem issues, communication, behavioral issues, and adjustment to changes such as moving or deployments.


Your military child may talk about "Lunch Bunch" or Military Group - a time when students are with their peers who understand their experiences and can provide support to one another. I also meet with individual students or siblings, particularly if a parent is deployed.  

Please save the date for our upcoming Military Connections Lunch on Thursday, October 29 - a wonderful way to connect with other Elevate Military Families and learn about resources and support. I hope to see you there!

It is such a joy to provide support at all three campuses to our incredible students! If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to me - my contact information is below. Military One Source is another helpful resource - (800) 342-9647 / www.militaryonesource.mil

Allison Donahoe-Beggs
Military & Family Life Counselor
abeggs@elevateschool.com
(703) 469-8919
WHOLE SCHOOL NEWS
FALL FAMILY SURVEY

Your voice matters! Can you take a moment to complete this year's Fall Family Survey? This survey allows Elevate School to gather critical feedback from parents and guardians on various aspects of school programs, helping us to improve the quality of education and services provided. 

Load the Lounge
Tomorrow - October 2 -  is our first Load the Lounge of the year - Any family may drop off items at any campus office or send them in with your student! Donation Ideas

Counseling Corner
Check out this month's Counseling Newsletter! Learn the SEL Tip of the Month, hear what students have been learning, glean some great conversation starters, and see photos from the month's activities!

National School Lunch Week
October 12–16, Elevate School is celebrating National School Lunch Week! Each day, we will have something fun planned to celebrate healthy choices, good habits, and leadership in the lunchroom. Students will have opportunities to participate in fun activities, be recognized for positive choices, and show kindness and leadership. We’re excited to make lunchtime extra special and celebrate our students throughout the week!

Breakfast & Lunch
Have you submitted breakfast and lunch orders for October yet? Use the links below...
Breakfast Order Form  |  Lunch Order Form

Previous Coffee with the Directors
Did you miss our most recent Coffee with the Directors? No worries! You can always check out the slides and meeting notes by visiting this webpage (click on the “26-27 Coffee/Dessert with the Directors” drop down menu and scroll down to the date you missed.

ELAC Meeting
Connect with other multi-lingual families, discover practical tools to help your student thrive, and enjoy dinner on us at our upcoming English Language Advisory Committee Meeting on October 13, 5 PM—click here for full details and to reserve free childcare!


Dessert with the Directors
Connect with Elevate's Directors, discover screen-free home literacy ideas, and help us launch our brand-new Family Book Club at Dessert with the Directors on October 13, 6 PM—click the link to RSVP and reserve free childcare!

7 Habits of Highly Effective Families Workshop
Treat yourself to lunch and discover practical strategies to bring the 7 Habits into your home at our parent workshop on Wednesday, October 14 at 11:30 AM—click the link to learn more and RSVP!

ELEVATE'S FALL FESTIVAL

Saturday, October 24, 3-6 PM
Get ready for a fun-filled afternoon with food, carnival games, bounce houses and more at Elevate's Annual Fall Festival! All Elevate students receive free wristbands!

Chili Cook-off
It’s time to fire up those crock-pots and put your favorite chili recipe to the test at our Fall Festival Chili Cook-Off! Trophies and prizes are up for grabs - get the details!

Calling All Elevate Parents/Caregivers
We need your help to make it this year's Fall Festival a hit! Volunteer details & sign-up form here!

Elevate Family-Owned Businesses
We’d love to spotlight the amazing businesses owned by our Elevate families at this year's Festival. Sponsorship details here.
TS CAMPUS NEWS
TS October Newsletter
Check out all the great things happening at our TS Campus this October in the latest Family Month Ahead!
EMS CAMPUS NEWS
EMS October Attendance Prize Challenge!
The EMS grade level with the highest attendance percentage for the month earns the Golden Eagle Attendance Trophy AND extra choice time. Regular school attendance is vital, because it directly drives academic achievement, builds crucial social skills, and sets the foundation for future success. Great attendance is a great habit! 

EMS Quick Links
Recording & Slides from the Suicide & Mental Health Presentation
6th Grade Camp Details
Looking Ahead to 9th Grade Slides 
VOLUNTEER CORNER
Wanted: Parent Volunteer Cheer Coach for Middle School!
We are looking for an enthusiastic parent volunteer to coach our Middle School Cheer Team for the upcoming season!
  • Time Commitment: 1–2 days a week after school (approx. 1 hour per practice)
  • Season Length: 6–8 weeks
  • Game Cheer Schedule: 2 regular season games in November and 2 playoff games in December (depending on start date/schedule)
To inquire, please contact Coach Arianna (Ari) Donnelly via ParentSquare or at adonnelly@elevateschool.com

Volunteer Clearance Reminder
Beginning September 23, all volunteers must have their full volunteer clearance completed before volunteering on campus or at school events. This includes: Raptor clearance, Current TB clearance, Mandated Reporter Certificate. 

If any part of the clearance process is incomplete, you will not be able to volunteer until all requirements have been met. Learn more about the volunteer clearance process and requirements on our website.
DATES AT A GLANCE
Mon
Oct 5
1st Grade Field Trip
Wed
Oct 7
3rd Grade Field Trip
Thurs
Oct 8
TK-5 Fall Pictures Make-up Day

EMS Community Meeting
Fri
Oct 9
TS Bring a Book and Blanket
Mon
Oct 12
No School
Tues
Oct 13
ELAC Meeting

Dessert with the Directors
Wed
Oct 14
7 Habits of Highly Effective Families Workshop
Thurs
Oct 15
EMS Community Meeting
Fri
Oct 16
SM Assembly (Deniston)

TS Popcorn Station at Lunch
HABIT OF THE WEEK
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QUICKLINKS
Last Week's Elevate News
Spirit Store - grab a Golden Eagles or Elevate logo'd tshirt!
Breakfast & Lunch 
Before & After School
Calendars and Schedules
Contact Us
Elevate School Homepage

 

Elevate School cultivates leaders and positive changemakers by inspiring students to be excellent in academics, exceptional in leadership, expansive in creativity, and engaged in community.
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