The Eagle Run is Edison’s annual team-builder and run-a-thon fundraiser which takes place during the school day in September. This exciting fundraiser focuses on team-building, health, fitness and reaching personal goals. All Edison students are encouraged to participate, set-goals, cheer-on their classmates and run as many 1/8 mile laps as they can during the run. Students are also encouraged to get as many pledges as they can to help us all reach our goals! The Eagle Run raises over $20,000 for the Edison PTA/school through per lap pledges and lump sum donations.
Community Events
At Edison, leadership, teachers, and parents work collectively to provide students with a strong educational experience. One component of the educational experience at Edison involves the celebration of learning through community events. The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) in collaboration with a team of teachers on the Parent Engagement Committee, plan a variety of community events throughout the school year which support parent involvement, student presentations and performances, community building, and fundraising.
Back to School Open House
At the beginning of each school year, the teachers and PTA plan a Open House the week before school starts. Parents and students come to school to learn about the expectations for the school year, as well as opportunities for after-school enrichment classes. Students and families are welcomed into the school by school leaders and support staff with treats and smiles. Student and families meet their teachers, visit their classrooms and drop off their school supplies so that they are all ready to start the school year strong.
Fall Festival
The Fall Festival is a fun-filled after-school event in which the teachers and the PTA plan Fall and Halloween activities for students. Students enjoy going playing in the bounce house, playing fall games, and getting their faces painted. The money raised at this event goes directly to teachers to support classroom activities and lessons.
Eagle Run
Music, Art and Dance Performances
The specials team at Edison is determined to provide our students with a balanced educational experience enriched with visual arts, instrumental and choral music and physical education. Every year, students in every grade learn and perform a musical for families and friends in our lovely auditorium.
Earth Day Parade
On Earth Day, Edison’s students, staff and caregivers parade around the school cleaning up the neighborhood. Students are encouraged to create recycled hats and wear them with pride!
Enrichment Day
Students come to school every day knowing that they will work to improve their skills in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. They work hard to gain the necessary knowledge to be successful when they grow up. On Enrichment Day, students have the opportunity to learn about and experience something of interest to them. From dinosaurs to candy making to hiking adventures to the amazing sport of golf. Teachers lead these in-depth learning seminars that engage students in interesting and different topics.
Field Day
Run, jump, skip, throw!!! Each May, Edison’s physical education teacher organizes Field Day for the students. Sports and competition are the theme of the day as students all over Edison’s field compete in a variety of fun, physical events.
Talent Show
Singing, dancing, hoola-hooping, piano playing, and more! During the last week of school each year, we have a talent show. The students perform their fantastic performances for their peers in a fun and exciting ending to a wonderful year.
Science Fair
At the annual Science Fair, students present their science projects to their peers, teachers, and parents. Students who are interested participating in the Science Fair can demonstrate their knowledge and scientific investigation through projects/experiments of their choice. The winners go to the DPS science fair in the Spring to compete district-wide.
Thanksgiving Lunch
The lunchroom staff at Edison is committed to providing a healthy, tasteful lunch every day for our students. Near Thanksgiving, however, the cafeteria staff invite the community to join the students in the cafeteria for a Thanksgiving feast. Turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing and even pumpkin pie are served.
Bagels and Books
We love books at Edison! Each December, we celebrate reading with a morning of literacy. Children are encouraged to dress as their favorite story book character for the day. We have bagels (and other morning treats) as students engage in literacy based activities with their caregivers in their classroom.
Build-It Night
Imagine the Edison cafeteria filled with children and their parents hammering, gluing and laughing as they make bird houses and pencil boxes. The PTA organizes this evening of building small wooden projects donated by Home Depot. Students learn math, creativity, and building skills as they enjoy the evening with their family! (Siblings, grandparents, aunts and uncles… all are welcome!)
Passions Day
For Passions Day, Edison parents, friends and community members prepare presentations about their own passions to share with students. Classrooms rotate through several presentations throughout the day so students can learn about a variety of topics and activities.
Night at the Edison Museum
Edison’s diversity is one of our most valued qualities! Therefore, in March we host an Edison museum, created by our students, in celebration of our traditions, perspecitves and identities. We invite families to bring a food item to share which represents their culture or a family tradition and have a feast in the cafeteria. Students create a ‘culture museum’ for everyone to wonder through. Students perform dances from around the world.
“EdFest” Edison Auction Fundraiser
The Edison PTA is committed to supporting education at Edison. Thus, the PTA not only supports all community events at Edison, but also does fundraising for the school. The annual Edison Auction called “EdFest” is a silent and live auction hosted by the Edison PTA. This adult only party both celebrates the Edison community and raises much needed funds for the school. This fundraiser has provided funds to Edison to purchase books for the library and a computer laptop lab, in addition to supporting “Gotcha” parties, Thursday folders, and community events throughout the year.
ECE and Kindergarten Continuation
It is important to recognize and celebrate major accomplishments in one’s life, and this begins in ECE and Kindergarten. As students learn and grow, we want them to know that they will be supported and encouraged. At the ECE and Kindergarten continuations, parents, teachers and students celebrate the movement to their next grade level.
5th Grade Continuation
Moving from Elementary school to Middle School can be a scary and exciting time. Students are growing up, moving toward adolescence, and preparing for a more independent learning environment. At the 5th Grade Continuation, we celebrate the accomplishments of our 5th Graders and wish them success as they transition to their new school.