Acequia Elementary

🎃 Halloween Parade Information 👻
Our Halloween Parade will be short and sweet — the perfect way to wrap up a fun day! The parade will begin promptly at 2:00 p.m.

👣 Route & Viewing:
Students will start the parade inside the building so their classmates can watch, then head out the north gate and walk down to the drop-off area.
Families and friends are welcome to line up along the sidewalk in front of the school to cheer on our little eagles! 🦅

A Few Notes:
We plan to be outside unless the weather changes.
Due to the large turnout, we ask that all visitors remain outside to help us maintain student safety.
The parade will also be streamed live on Instagram for anyone who’d like to watch online!

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We can’t wait to see all the creative costumes and smiling faces!

Don’t Let Drugs Mix You Up! There were a whole lot of mixed-up outfits, socks, and smiles — and we loved every bit of it yesterday!

🎃 Halloween Fun This Thursday! 👻
Students may wear costumes to school on Thursday, October 30, as long as they can comfortably sit and participate in class. Please remember:
🚫 No weapons
🚫 No full-face coverings or masks
🚫 No full face paint
🚫 No depictions of blood or violence

If a costume is not school-appropriate, students will be asked to change.

🕸️ Schedule Reminder:
This year, parties will be in the morning and the parade will begin at 2:00 p.m.
Parties will take place in Houses, not classrooms — a fun change we can’t wait to celebrate together! (Kindergarten Update: AM Kinder students will join in the Halloween parties, while PM Kinder students will participate in the parade!

This right here is what our House System is all about — our “big” kids helping the younger ones, modeling leadership, kindness, and teamwork. This sweet moment was captured as morning houses learned each other’s chants and cheers during Sunrise Smiles. Together, we rise! 🦅✨

🧩 Get ready, Acequia Eagles! Red Ribbon Week is coming!
Life is a puzzle—solve it drug free! ❤️
Let’s show our spirit and commitment to making healthy choices all week long!

Before our lockdown drill began today, our 5th graders were in the middle of a dodgeball game and a few of our local officers decided to jump in on the fun! How grateful we are to have law enforcement who not only protect us but also take the time to connect with our students. It was such a feel-good moment—just a reminder that we can all be kids at heart sometimes. ❤️ Thank you to our officers for your support, your presence, and your continued commitment to keeping our schools safe.

Pumpkin patch perfection! 🍂 Our Kinder–2nd graders spent the day at the beautiful Adams Farm picking pumpkins of every size and color, laughing with friends, and making the best fall memories. For many, it was their first pumpkin patch experience — and one they’ll never forget! A heartfelt thank you to our wonderful Acequia PTO for making this trip possible and to the Adams family for opening their farm and giving our students such a special day. 🧡

Today was extra special because I had an assistant principal for the day! Mila Braun helped me check a handful of things off my to-do list — lunch duties, two trips to the pumpkin patch, donut deliveries, and even answer a few calls to classrooms for help. 🍩🎃 She also got a sneak peek at something exciting coming soon... 👀 Having an extra set of hands on a busy day was just what I needed!

BOOK FAIR is here! Come visit us...
October 20th - October 22nd: 7:45 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.
October 23rd: 7:45 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
October 24th: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Can't wait to see you! *all proceeds go back into our library to purchase new books!

Treat & Trinket Sale will be Thursday, October 16th during lunch! All items will be available for $1.00 each.

It's Spirit Day!
Show your school pride by wearing your AES Eagles shirt, or House shirt and get an extra treat.

Thank you for all your support!
Go Eagles!🦅

A huge shout-out to our top Jog-A-Thon earners!
🥇 1st Place: Remie Cameron (center) brought in an incredible $972!
🥈 2nd Place: Mila Braun (right) raised $700!
🥉 3rd Place: Enzo Kane (left) raised $382!

These amazing Eagles went above and beyond to support our school! 🦅
Remie earned a free staycation night, Mila will get to be Principal for the Day, and Enzo will ride a fire truck to school for the second year in a row! 🚒✨

Thank you to all our students, families, and community members for your generosity and school spirit — we appreciate you so much!

Our kindergarteners went on a shape scavenger hunt around the school today — exploring halls, classrooms, and corners to find shapes everywhere they go!

How many shapes can you spot in this picture? 👀✨

Lunch must be good if you get THAT kind of cheese pull.

Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on:
📅 Thursday, October 23rd from 3:00–8:00 p.m.
📅 Friday, October 24th from 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

👉 Sign up for your conference today! We look forward to visiting with you and discussing your child’s progress.

Please note:
There will be NO Kindergarten on Thursday, October 23rd. Grades 1–5 will be released at 12:45 p.m. that day.

If you have any questions or need help signing up, please call the Acequia Elementary office — we’re happy to help!
https://tinyurl.com/aesptc2025

🚒 Fire Safety Day at Acequia Elementary! 🔥
The fire trailer visited Acequia today to help our 1st - 2nd grade students learn all about fire safety and prevention!

Take a moment tonight to have a conversation with your child:
✅ Do they know their home address?
✅ Do they know your phone number?
✅ Do they know how to call 911?
✅ Does your family have a meeting spot in case of a fire?

We are so grateful for our local fire department and the important programs they provide to help keep our students and families safe. ❤️

Today we celebrate you — the heart of Acequia Elementary. On World Teachers’ Day, we recognize the countless hours you spend creating curious minds, nurturing strong values, and building brighter futures.

You turn lessons into life skills, challenges into opportunities, and classrooms into safe, joyful spaces where every child feels seen and valued. The work you do doesn’t just teach — it transforms.

We are so lucky that you call Acequia your home. Thank you for showing up each day with heart, dedication, and belief in our Eagles. You make Acequia the incredible place it is.

Our students ran their hearts out, and we couldn’t be prouder of their effort, grit, and Eagle spirit. A huge thank-you to the parents and families who came out to cheer, volunteer, and support—your presence made the day even more special.

The sun came out, the smiles were big, and the laps added up quickly! It was truly a beautiful day of fun, fitness, and community. We are grateful for everyone who helped make it such a success.

Let’s learn to play with a purpose!
Did you miss out on session 1? That’s ok! Join us for sessions 2 and 3! Next Thursday evening at 6:30! Child care and a light snack provided!

Flu Mist Info: South Central Public Health will be at Acequia Elementary on tomorrow, October 2nd from 11:45-2:15 p.m. to offer flu mist to the students and the flu shots to staff. It is completely optional. If you want your student to receive the flu mist, you must fill out and send the parent consent form with them that day, complete with signature and insurance info (if applicable). Copies of this form have been sent home with your student. They are also available at the office, or you can click the link below and print it at home.

Please contact the Heyburn SCPHD office for questions re: cost for the flu vaccine at 208-678-8221.