February 5th -

Coming Soon!

February 2-6th - National School Counseling Week
February 13th - GrandFriends Day
February 16th - Community Circle
February 19th - Board Meeting - Virtual
February 26th - Middle School Open House

Evergreen's Google Calendar

New Date for the Classroom Pictures is March 13th. We had to reschedule due to Remote Learning Days this week.

February Director’s Letter

It’s been a bumpy few weeks of weather - I know delays and closures can be frustrating, especially since weather and road conditions are widely variable across the county. In case you’re wondering, we’re allowed to use a max of 5 remote learning days for weather each year, and today was our 5th. We have also used 8 of the 11 hours reserved for delayed starts. If we have more winter weather that requires closure, we will be closed (not remote) and will need to make up the hours by adding or extending days. 

The kitchen project is moving forward - we have broken ground, and the building is complete and awaiting delivery!

The beginning of the calendar year brings a new executive committee on the board. We are excited to have Ashley Shores-Bobowski as our new board chair, Keilayn Tate as the vice-chair, and Rob Durr and Isaac Rowles staying on as secretary and treasurer, respectively. We really appreciate their willingness to share their expertise and time this year.

Starting this year, we are building a partnership with the Verner Center for Early Learning. The board voted last month to amend our admissions policy to allow for some preferential spots in the lottery for students enrolled at Verner, and in addition we will be working on building relationships between Verner and Evergreen students. 

I hope we will see you soon for some of our upcoming events - GrandFriends’ Day, Community Circle, Tourney of the Hoops, and Exhibition Nights! See the Scoop and Evergreen calendars for more details.

Calling all Rising 5th and 6th Graders

We invite our rising middle grade parents and students to come discover Evergreen’s Middle School Program!

We have rescheduled this event for February 26th, hopefully that will allow more of you to join us to get to know our Middle School Teachers and chat with the Middle School Admin, SJ Smith.

Grandfriends’ Day - February 13th @ 9am

We will be blocking off more accessible spaces for Grandfriend’s Day. We will have the Lower Lot open with a shuttle running.

Grandfriends Day is going to be a little different this year because we’re moving it a bit earlier in the day. The event will run from 9am-11am. This is important because it means that if your Grandfriend takes your child home/out after the event it is too early in the day to count toward attendance, and they would be marked absent for the day. Please encourage your Grandfriend to come- but to leave students to complete their school day!

Send some love to your favorite Evergreeners!
https://givebutter.com/evergreenlove

Know your loved ones won’t be able to make it? They can still send their love on the day by participating in our sliding-scale Spread The Love Fundraiser!

Get card orders in before Noon on 2/12 so we have time to get them printed and delivered!

It looks like we are going to have a great turnout this year! We look forward to welcoming everyone to Evergreen next week!

Join the Board

We are currently recruiting Board members who can represent our Asheville community for the 2026-2027 school year! We have a need for applicants with financial backgrounds, but will consider all applications submitted!

Board Meetings are conducted monthly on Thursday evenings with a rotating in-person and remote schedule.

Learn more about the Board, its members, and the application process on our Board of Directors Page.

Feed The Village

In response to ongoing food insecurity, we are continuing our community food pantry.

Here are current needs for our pantry, please donate if you are able:

  • Snacks

  • Mac & Cheese

  • Gluten Free Items

  • Crackers

  • Breakfast items (granola, oatmeal, breakfast bars, cereal)

  • Shelf Stable Milk

  • Jams/Jellies

  • Hearty Stews (no Campbells please)

Also Seeking Robin’s Nest Donations

ISO Child size belts, pants/leggings, adult socks. Donations can be brought to the main office.

Save the date-
Spring Fundraiser & Evergreen Phenomenon:
Tourney of the Hoops!

Welcome to March Madness! This year we will be going straight from March Break into our big Spring Fundraiser that supports our teachers and students!

  • March 2-6th - Teacher Workdays and March Break

  • March 9th- 13th - Pledge/Spirit Week

  • March 16th - Tourney of the Hoops Game Day!

Would you like to see your businesses name of the Tourney Shirts this year? Email us to find out more about how to become an event sponsor!

This year, more than ever, We really Need every penny.

Here are some simple things we can do as a collective that can make a big difference. The more participation we get in these programs, the greater the rewards for our school!

Please spend the time to link your grocery rewards cards to Evergreen. Get your neighbors to do the same. Register your in-laws, your parents, your friends. This small investment of time can make a big difference each time you go to the store to restock!

Register your Harris Teeter Card here. You must re-register each and every year.

Register your Ingles Card here. You must re-register each and every year.
Our school id number is 10713.

Download the Box Tops for Education App and scan your receipts.

Cans for Climbing
Bring your aluminum cans for recycling, drop them in the trailer that sits by the buses. Cans for Climbing supports our Adventure Program and brings in over a thousand dollars each year!

Click on the graphic to browse her list.

Add friends and family as “Fans”. Check out their selection of mugs, ornaments and shirts all made with your student’s art!

January 29th-

Coming Soon!

February 2-6th - National School Counseling Week
February 2nd - Classroom Picture Day
February 4th - Facilities Committee
February 5th - Middle School Open House
February 13th - GrandFriends Day

Evergreen's Google Calendar

Calling all Rising 5th and 6th Graders

We invite our rising middle grade parents and students to come discover Evergreen’s Middle School Program!

UPDATE: We have rescheduled for February 26th. Hopefully this will allow more of you to come get to know our Middle School Teachers and chat with the Middle School Admin, SJ Smith.

Girls On the Run

Girls on the Run season will start the week of Feb 16th and run through May 3rd on Tuesdays and Thursdays each week, from 3p-5p.

We still need one more coach for Thursdays to make this season happen.

Grandfriends’ Day - February 13th @ 9am

The invitations have gone out! Want to make sure your folks were on the list? Please drop their info on this form.

Grandfriends Day is going to be a little different this year because we’re moving it a bit earlier in the day. The event will run from 9am-11am. This is important because it means that if your Grandfriend takes your child home/out after the event it is too early in the day to count toward attendance, and they would be marked absent for the day. Please encourage your Grandfriend to come- but to leave students to complete their school day!

Send some love to your favorite Evergreeners!
https://givebutter.com/evergreenlove

Know your loved ones won’t be able to make it? They can still send their love on the day by participating in our sliding-scale Spread The Love Fundraiser!

We hope to have a great turnout this year! So help us spread the word to Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles, Chosen Family, Beloved Neighbors, or Friends! All are welcome to spend the day with their favorite Evergreener/s!

Join the Board

We are currently recruiting Board members who can represent our Asheville community for the 2026-2027 school year! We have a need for applicants with financial backgrounds, but will consider all applications submitted!

Board Meetings are conducted monthly on Thursday evenings with a rotating in-person and remote schedule.

Learn more about the Board, its members, and the application process on our Board of Directors Page.

Feed The Village

In response to ongoing food insecurity, we are continuing our community food pantry.

Here are current needs for our pantry, please donate if you are able:

  • Snacks

  • Mac & Cheese

  • Gluten Free Items

  • Crackers

  • Breakfast items (granola, oatmeal, breakfast bars, cereal)

  • Shelf Stable Milk

  • Jams/Jellies

  • Hearty Stews (no Campbells please)

Also Seeking Robin’s Nest Donations

ISO Child size belts, pants/leggings, adult socks. Donations can be brought to the main office.

Taking Care of Yourself So You Can Take Care of Your Children

Over the past several years, and especially in recent months, many families have experienced ongoing uncertainty, stress, and moments that feel overwhelming or even frightening. From the lasting impact of the COVID pandemic to hurricane Helene, social unrest, political division, and concerns about safety and the future, it’s understandable if you feel unsettled.

Parents and caregivers are carrying heavy emotional loads while trying to stay strong for their children. If that’s you, please know this: you are not alone, and it’s okay to acknowledge how hard this is.

Uncertainty Is Hard—for Adults and Children

Many parents ask thoughtful, important questions:

  • How do I talk to my child about what’s happening in the world in an age-appropriate way?

  • Should I bring up difficult topics if my child hasn’t asked?

  • What if my child is anxious but doesn’t want to worry me?

  • How do I help my child feel safe when I don’t have all the answers?

These questions don’t mean you’re doing something wrong—they mean you care deeply!

Put Your Own Oxygen Mask on First

  • You can’t pour from an empty cup! Self-care isn’t selfish, it’s essential. When adults are grounded and supported, children benefit too.

  • Chronic stress can take a toll on the body and mind over time (often called allostatic load). That’s why ongoing, intentional self-care matters, not just for you, but for your family.

  • Care for your mental and emotional health by noticing feelings without judgment and expressing them in healthy ways (talking with someone you trust, journaling, prayer, or professional support).

  • Support your spiritual well-being through grounding practices like meditation, prayer, time in nature, or quiet reflection.

  • Protect your physical health by prioritizing sleep, hydration, movement, nourishing food, and routine health care.

  • Build small daily habits: keep balanced routines, spend time outdoors, limit news and social media, connect and laugh with others, do something that brings you joy, and practice kindness—toward others and yourself.

Modeling Matters

Children learn as much from what we do as from what we say. When they see adults setting boundaries, coping in healthy ways, and asking for support, they learn it’s okay to do the same. When you care for your mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being, you are better equipped to support your child. 

We hope the following resources support you as you create intentional time and space for your well-being:

Remember: taking care of yourself is one of the most powerful ways you can take care of your child.

Save the date-
Spring Fundraiser & Evergreen Phenomenon:
Tourney of the Hoops!

Welcome to March Madness! This year we will be going straight from March Break into our big Spring Fundraiser that supports our teachers and students!

  • March 2-6th - Teacher Workdays and March Break

  • March 9th- 13th - Pledge/Spirit Week

  • March 16th - Tourney of the Hoops Game Day!

Would you like to see your businesses name of the Tourney Shirts this year? Email us to find out more about how to become an event sponsor!

This year, more than ever, We really Need every penny.

Here are some simple things we can do as a collective that can make a big difference. The more participation we get in these programs, the greater the rewards for our school!

Please spend the time to link your grocery rewards cards to Evergreen. Get your neighbors to do the same. Register your in-laws, your parents, your friends. This small investment of time can make a big difference each time you go to the store to restock!

Register your Harris Teeter Card here. You must re-register each and every year.

Register your Ingles Card here. You must re-register each and every year.
Our school id number is 10713.

Download the Box Tops for Education App and scan your receipts.

Cans for Climbing
Bring your aluminum cans for recycling, drop them in the trailer that sits by the buses. Cans for Climbing supports our Adventure Program and brings in over a thousand dollars each year!

Click on the graphic to browse her list.

Add friends and family as “Fans”. Check out their selection of mugs, ornaments and shirts all made with your student’s art!

January 22nd -

Coming Soon!

January 22nd - Board Meeting - In Person
January 26th - Community Circle
February 2nd - Classroom Picture Day
February 4th - Facilities Committee

Evergreen's Google Calendar

Reminder:
Please stay in your cars at dismissal and let staff direct your children to you!

Click on the graphic above to participate in a survey about the 2026-2027 school year calendar.

Flyering Crew Needed!

We need folks to help us get the word out about our upcoming Middle School Open House! Stop by the office to pick up flyers to spread across Asheville!

Hang or leave them in approved community zones!

-Grocery Stores
-Your fave small business with a Community Board (Dobra, Coffeehouses, Bookstores, etc)
-Community Centers, Gyms, Libraries
-Dentist, Orthodontist, Doctors Offices

Our best marketers are you, our families, so please let your friends know that they need to apply to join our village by March 31st!

Encourage families to apply for ALL GRADES, not just kindergarten. We especially need to fill our awesome middle school program!

This spring we are hosting ‘Middle Schooler Only’ Tours where students have some class time with peers to really get a sense of our school!

Full enrollment means more funding for ALL our students from federal, state, and local sources.

Middle Schoolers Only Tours available on February 2 | February 16 | March 23

Seeking Robin’s Nest Donations

ISO Child size belts, pants/leggings, adult socks. Donations can be brought to the main office.

Grandfriends’ Day - February 13th @ 9am

The invitations have gone out! Want to make sure your folks were on the list? Please drop their info on this form.

Grandfriends Day is going to be a little different this year because we’re moving it a bit earlier in the day. The event will run from 9am-11am. This is important because it means that if your Grandfriend takes your child home/out after the event it is too early in the day to count toward attendance, and they would be marked absent for the day. Please encourage your Grandfriend to come- but to leave students to complete their school day!

Send some love to your favorite Evergreeners!
https://givebutter.com/evergreenlove

Know your loved ones won’t be able to make it? They can still send their love on the day by participating in our sliding-scale Spread The Love Fundraiser!

We hope to have a great turnout this year! So help us spread the word to Grandparents, Aunts and Uncles, Chosen Family, Beloved Neighbors, or Friends! All are welcome to spend the day with their favorite Evergreener/s!

Join the Board

We are currently recruiting Board members who can represent our Asheville community for the 2026-2027 school year! We have a need for applicants with financial backgrounds, but will consider all applications submitted!

Board Meetings are conducted monthly on Thursday evenings with a rotating in-person and remote schedule.

Learn more about the Board, its members, and the application process on our Board of Directors Page.

Feed The Village

In response to ongoing food insecurity, we are continuing our community food pantry.

Here are current needs for our pantry, please donate if you are able:

  • Snacks

  • Mac & Cheese

  • Gluten Free Items

  • Crackers

  • Breakfast items (granola, oatmeal, breakfast bars, cereal)

  • Shelf Stable Milk

  • Jams/Jellies

  • Hearty Stews (no Campbells please)

Screen Time & The Brain

Screens are woven into nearly every part of our daily lives. They help us learn, connect, work, and relax. But as screen use has increased, we’re learning more about how it affects the developing brain, and the findings invite us to pause and reflect on our relationship with screens.

New Research (5-min. video) is showing that excessive or unbalanced screen time can impact areas of the brain responsible for attention, emotional regulation, impulse control, and executive functioning. For young brains that are still developing, frequent screen stimulation has been shown to weaken reading, language/communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills, social understanding, and stress tolerance.  

Many children (and adults) find themselves caught in a familiar “screen cycle” (shown in the attached infographic), in which screens provide quick relief from boredom or discomfort, but repeated reliance on them can lead to increased dysregulation, irritability, and difficulty engaging without the aid of constant stimulation. More about this cycle and its effects can be found here.

The encouraging news is that the brain is highly adaptable–especially young brains! Creating healthier screen habits can support physical, cognitive, and emotional growth and healing. The American Academy of Pediatrics provides a wealth of information and linked resources to help guide parents in implementing healthier screen time practices at home. When considering what this could look like for your family, keep in mind that the goal is not to eliminate screens altogether. That’s neither realistic nor helpful in a world where technology is here to stay. Instead, the focus should be on intentional, developmentally appropriate, and balanced use—in short, we need to teach children how to use screens as tools, not coping mechanisms. 

We may be at a critical moment—both culturally and societally—where we need to get honest about how screens are shaping and influencing how kids experience and understand the world. And…it’s not just about the children. Kids learn far more from what we model than what we say. If we want our children to develop healthier relationships with screens, we have to be willing to reflect on our own habits too—how often we’re distracted, how present we are, and how we use technology to cope with stress or avoid discomfort.

Creating healthier screen use habits is not about guilt or perfection, it’s about awareness, intention, and small sustainable shifts. When family members can all work toward this goal together, we create space for deeper connection, stronger skills, and healthier brains for everyone.

Save the date-
Spring Fundraiser & Evergreen Phenomena:
Tourney of the Hoops!

Welcome to March Madness! This year we will be going straight from March Break into our big Spring Fundraiser that supports our teachers and students!

  • March 2-6th - Teacher Workdays and March Break

  • March 9th- 13th - Pledge/Spirit Week

  • March 16th - Tourney of the Hoops Game Day!

Would you like to see your businesses name of the Tourney Shirts this year? Email us to find out more about how to become an event sponsor!

This year, more than ever, We really Need every penny.

Here are some simple things we can do as a collective that can make a big difference. The more participation we get in these programs, the greater the rewards for our school!

Please spend the time to link your grocery rewards cards to Evergreen. Get your neighbors to do the same. Register your in-laws, your parents, your friends. This small investment of time can make a big difference each time you go to the store to restock!

Register your Harris Teeter Card here. You must re-register each and every year.

Register your Ingles Card here. You must re-register each and every year.
Our school id number is 10713.

Download the Box Tops for Education App and scan your receipts.

Cans for Climbing
Bring your aluminum cans for recycling, drop them in the trailer that sits by the buses. Cans for Climbing supports our Adventure Program and brings in over a thousand dollars each year!

Click on the graphic to browse her list.

Add friends and family as “Fans”. Check out their selection of mugs, ornaments and shirts all made with your student’s art!

January 15th - Honoring Dr. King

Coming Soon!

January 19th - MLK Day - No School
January 20th - Teacher Work Day - No School
January 22nd - Board Meeting - In Person
January 26th - Community Circle
February 2nd - Classroom Picture Day
February 4th - Facilities Committee

Evergreen's Google Calendar

Click on the graphic above to participate in a survey about the 2026-2027 school year calendar.

Seeking Robin’s Nest Donations

ISO Child size belts, pants/leggings, adult socks. Donations can be brought to the main office.

Grandfriends’ Day

Getting invitations ready to send out to your extended and chosen family members! Please let us know who to include by adding their email addresses to this form.

Grandparents day is going to be a little different this year because we’re moving it a bit earlier in the day. The event will run from 9am-11am. This is important because it means that if your Grandfriend takes your child home/out after the event it is too early in the day to count toward attendance, and they would be marked absent for the day. Please encourage your Grandfriend to come- but to leave students to complete their school day!

Send some love to your favorite Evergreeners!
https://givebutter.com/evergreenlove

Join the Board

We are currently recruiting Board members who can represent our Asheville community for the 2026-2027 school year! We have a need for applicants with financial backgrounds, but will consider all applications submitted!

Board Meetings are conducted monthly on Thursday evenings with a rotating in-person and remote schedule.

Learn more about the Board, its members, and the application process on our Board of Directors Page.

Feed The Village

In response to ongoing food insecurity, we are continuing our community food pantry.

Here are current needs for our pantry, please donate if you are able:

  • Snacks

  • Mac & Cheese

  • Gluten Free Items

  • Crackers

  • Breakfast items (granola, oatmeal, breakfast bars, cereal)

  • Shelf Stable Milk

  • Jams/Jellies

  • Hearty Stews (no Campbells please)

2026-27 Enrollment Season has begun!

Get those Evergreen Sibling applications ready!

Our best marketers are you, our families, so please let friends know that they need to apply to join our village by March 31st!

Encourage families to apply for ALL GRADES, not just kindergarten. We especially need to fill our awesome middle school program!

This spring we will be hosting a Middle School Open House and ‘Middle Schooler Only’ Tours!

Full enrollment means more funding from federal, state, and local sources.

Share this with your friends with Middle Schoolers!

The Power of Service

As we reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., we are reminded that service is one of the most powerful ways to make a difference. It’s important our children understand that it doesn’t have to be a grand gesture and can be simple, everyday actions like listening without interrupting, including someone who feels left out, helping a classmate, or writing a kind note.

These small but meaningful acts help students build empathy, compassion, and a sense of responsibility. When students practice noticing how others feel, responding with kindness, and following through on commitments, they are strengthening key social-emotional skills such as social awareness and relationship skills. Service encourages students to move beyond individual concerns and begin thinking about how their actions impact the people and world around them.

We encourage students to look for everyday opportunities to serve. Tangible ways students practice empathy and compassion at school include:

  • Checking in with a peer who seems upset or overwhelmed

  • Inviting someone new to sit with them at lunch or join a group activity

  • Helping keep shared spaces clean and organized

  • Writing thank-you notes to staff members or community helpers

  • Being patient and respectful when others make mistakes

Families can also support social-emotional learning by modeling service and having intentional conversations at home. Conversation starters for families:

  • What does it mean to show empathy, even when we don’t agree?

  • How can our actions make someone else’s day easier or better?

  • “Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve.” What does service look like for kids and families?

Get Involved!

If you and your family are looking for ways to get involved in our local community this MLK Jr. Day, check out the following local events and volunteer opportunities:

By practicing service in small, tangible ways, students learn that the time is always right to do what is right. Together, we can help our students grow into compassionate, responsible, and caring members of their school and community.

This year, more than ever, We really Need every penny.

Here are some simple things we can do as a collective that can make a big difference. The more participation we get in these programs, the greater the rewards for our school!

Please spend the time to link your grocery rewards cards to Evergreen. Get your neighbors to do the same. Register your in-laws, your parents, your friends. This small investment of time can make a big difference each time you go to the store to restock!

Register your Harris Teeter Card here. You must re-register each and every year.

Register your Ingles Card here. You must re-register each and every year.
Our school id number is 10713.

Download the Box Tops for Education App and scan your receipts.

Cans for Climbing
Bring your aluminum cans for recycling, drop them in the trailer that sits by the buses. Cans for Climbing supports our Adventure Program and brings in over a thousand dollars each year!

Click on the graphic to browse her list.

Add friends and family as “Fans”. Check out their selection of mugs, ornaments and shirts all made with your student’s art!