I realize we had some issues with the "secure perimeter" (formerly known as "soft lockdown") notification on Monday. It should have gone out instantly through ParentSquare but it did not. We have met and discussed the issue and moving forward when an emergency message needs to go out to all, we will send a message through the "VHEE Crisis Communication" in Group Me, send an "instant alert" through ParentSquare and we will make an announcement for teachers to check these messages. We have to ensure everyone is notified and I'm sorry for the issue Monday.

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Emily, Hunter, Kelsey and I met with a student panel last week comprised of group of students from 3rd-5th grades. Their feedback and discussions were amazing and give us great insight on their experiences here at East. Some hightlights are:

"understands my humor"

"wants me to be better"

"we have a relationship and nick names for each other"

"somehow knows when I need something and helps me through it"

"been there for me"

"takes her time to teach me in fun ways"

"Amazing"

"Fun"

"Caring"

"Cheerful"

"Fantabulous"

"Accepting"

"Complicated"

"Supporting"

We will have another Student Advisory Panel and a Parent Advisory Panel during the second semester.