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Mrs. Bearden's Weekly Update - Week 26

Posted Date: 02/15/26 (09:00 AM)


Mrs. Bearden's Weekly Update

February 16, 2026

Dear Eagle Canyon Families,

Happy President's Day Weekend! Not only do we get an additional day off on Monday, but the NASCAR season officially kicks off this weekend with the Daytona 500. 🏁

This week, I would like to thank all the families and staff members who supported the Raising Cane's fundraiser. It was fun to see you all there on Wednesday.

Have a fantastic week!
Mrs. Bearden
Raising Cane's Fun
 
Bright Idea on a cork board

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

SCHOOL QUALITY SURVEY
CVUSD published the annual School Quality Survey. If you haven't completed the survey, I would love your input. The survey results help inform our School Plan for Student Achievement. Each parent who sends me proof of survey completion will be entered into a weekly drawing on Monday mornings to win one of five BJs Pizookies certificates.

As of today, 148 parents have completed the survey. We are getting closer to 200 by February 20.

SHAMROCK SKATE
On Wednesday, March 4, enjoy a night of skating fun with your family and Eagle Canyon friends at Skate Express. Flyers have already gone home. If you need a new one, please stop by the office.

BEANSTACK
Last month, the Eagle Canyon PTA launched a reading program called Beanstack. It is an engaging way to motivate students to read, and each student accesses the program through their ClassLink account. They can track their time spent reading and log the books they read. Students in Grades 3 - 6 are encouraged to chat with Benny, an interactive bot, to strengthen their comprehension.

As a school, I have challenged the students to read 32,500 minutes by the end of the year. We surpassed that goal! As of today, we have read 65,495 minutes, with Mrs. Robert's fourth graders in the lead with 6.772 minutes. Each week, I will highlight students, classes, and grade levels who are making significant reading progress during our Monday Morning Rally.
Shamrock Skate Night
Wednesday, March 4, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m. 
$10 entrance fee and $6.00 skate rental
 

Weekly Bulletin

Weeks 26 & 27 Bulletin
 

ATTEND TODAY, ACHIEVE TOMORROW

Student attendance at Eagle Canyon will be a focus this year. Regular school attendance leads to better academic performance in adulthood.

Please make illness the only reason for an absence. When your child misses school, they miss out on essential instruction, and it takes time for them to catch up. Parents of students at risk of Chronic Absenteeism will be required to meet with Mrs. Bearden or Mrs. Madkin to sign an agreement to improve overall attendance.

We missed our district attendance goal by 0.1%. 😢 We met our attendance goal on Thursday. Overall, our attendance has improved since December. Please continue to make attendance a priority to ensure your child is prepared for the next grade and beyond.
attendance matters
weekly attendance
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

happy birthday

BIRTHDAY GREETINGS ON THE MARQUEE

Another way you can support our PTA and celebrate your child's birthday is to purchase a birthday greeting for $25 that will be displayed on your child's birthday and run for one week. If interested, please stop by the office, complete the request, and submit the payment. Please be sure to plan. We need two weeks' notice before the birthday to ensure everything is timed correctly.

The kids get so excited seeing their birthday highlighted on the marquee. Out of safety, we will never publish your child's last name, only the initial.

JOIN THE PTA!

Our amazing Eagle Canyon PTA Board has a year of fun planned for our community. Because of your support, they can continue to provide financial support for field trips, culminating activities, grade-level performances, and schoolwide activities. Use the button below to access the link to join.
join the pta
JOIN THE PTA TODAY!

STAFF SHOUT OUT

Celebrate the "Happiest School on Earth" by giving a shout-out to a magical EC staff member today! Recognize their outstanding dedication and hard work by completing the form linked below. Your shout-out will be featured in the staff newsletter for the whole staff to see. It may also be read during the Monday Morning Rally. 
STAFF SHOUT OUT
February Character Trait

FEBRUARY CHARACTER TRAIT

Each month, Eagle Canyon will focus on teaching students about a character trait. We will share it during our Monday Morning Rallies, and teachers will reinforce it by recognizing one student each month for a monthly award.
box tops

SUPPORT EAGLE CANYON

A popular fundraising opportunity that all families can support is Box Tops. Download the Box Top app on your phone. You must scan your receipts on the Box Top app within 14 days of purchasing. The app will let you know if any purchased items qualify to earn 10 cents per product. If there are no items, you will still have an opportunity to enter the sweepstakes to win 500 bonus Box Tops. Every receipt has the potential to generate money for our school.

As of today, our school has earned $1,419.60 this year. Our goal is to earn $1,500. Be sure to select the grade level that you want to support. Shout out to First Grade! They have submitted the most Box Tops since July 1, 2025. Thank you for your support!
PARENT VOLUNTEERS
 
Eagle Canyon Mascot

Eagle Canyon Elementary School

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.

  • Website: https://eaglecanyon.chino.k12.ca.us
  • (909) 590-2707
  • barbara_bearden@chino.k12.ca.us
  • kitt_madkin@chino.k12.ca.us