Good Evening Falcon Families!
It was another great week at East River, with lots of successes by our students in competitions and games throughout the week. And, tons of amazing instruction an learning throughout the campus.
You may have also heard from your student that cell phone enforcement increased this week. This is true, as we were noticing an increase of cell phone use throughout the school day, and must remain in compliance with state law banning the use of cell phones in school.
You would be truly amazed how many times students need to "text their mom" during a school day, based on the excuses we get. (Though, shout-out to the kid that just admitted he was making a dinner reservation for his birthday this week! 😂) Should there be a need to get in contact with your child during the day, please call the school and we can provide a message or connect you with the student.
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The annual Toys From Tyler toy drive, to benefit children who spend the holidays in the hospital, is happening now. This charity was begun by former ERHS substitute and current OCPS full-time teacher Tyler Youtz, who survived childhood brain cancer.
Key Club has delivered decorated boxes for donations to classrooms and offices throughout the school. Please reach out to Mr. Petrick with any questions.
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Join Commissioner Dr. Kelly Martinez Semrad for a volunteer day on Saturday, November 21st, at Jay Blanchard Park, 2451 Dean Rd, Union Park, FL 32817! Thank you to Second Harvest Food Bank and Orange County Government for supporting the District 5 community with a FREE food distribution. Volunteers will help organize boxes of food and distribute it to 450 families in a drive-through format. This event is eligible for community/service hours.
Agenda:
8:00am - Volunteers begin to arrive
8:30am - Commissioner Kelly's remarks and instructions
9:00am - Food Drive-Thru line opens
12:00pm - Food Drive-Thru line closes
12:30pm - Clean-Up/Event Concludes
Sign up using the form below so we can get an accurate headcount.
If you have any questions, feel free to email District5@ocfl.net. Let’s come together to make a difference in our community!
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🎄🎁 VENDORS WANTED! 🎁🎄
Are you a local small business, crafter, maker, or artisan looking for a place to showcase your products this holiday season?
Join us for the East River High School Band Holiday Market & Expo!
📅 Saturday, December 5, 2026
⏰ 9 AM – 1 PM
📍 East River High School, Orlando
Please fill out the Google Form if you are interested in being a vendor! I know we have a lot of talented parents!
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From time-to-time, East River hosts an exchange student from another county. This gives highly successful students from around the world to experience the United States and public schooling here. This year, we have one such exchange student who has been with us since the year started, but now is in need of some assistance.
Her original host home did not work out, and she does not want to have to leave. In order to stay, we need a family that is willing to host her. If you are interested, please contact Mr. Shreffler at Bradley.Shreffler@ocps.net. Thank you!
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Please reach out to program sponsors and coaches for more details on events.
11/10 - Theater Performance
11/11 - Veteran's Day Band concert
11/13 - Theater Performance
11/14 - Orchestra All-County
11/23-11/27 - Thanksgiving Break!
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About a week ago, we put out a survey to students, asking them to tell us what kinds of hobbies and interests they have, what they spend their time outside of school doing for fun, so that we could try to include new options at Connectivity Day in December. What I have found interesting is the range of hobbies our students have: jewelry making, dodgeball, video games, basketball, trading cards, gymnastics, music, theatre, ceramics, drawing, and so many more.
It has reminded me how important it is to have a hobby or interest beyond your schooling or work. As our students get older, enter the "real world," their time will quickly be eaten up by responsibilities and duties and work hours and bills.
For this week, I for one, will be reminding and encouraging our students to have more fun. I hope you will join me, both in encouraging our students and spending some time having fun for yourself as well. And, if your student wants to fill out that survey, it is still open here: https://forms.gle/c4thfmmgvtNcrqbr5
As always, I hope everyone has a GRRREAT Falcon Week!
Brad Shreffler
Assistant Principal, East River High School
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The School Board of Orange County, Florida, does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities, on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other reason prohibited by law. The School Board also provides equal access to Scouting America and other designated youth groups. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activities. The following individuals at the Ronald Blocker Educational Leadership Center, 445 West Amelia Street, Orlando, Florida 32801, attend to compliance matters: Civil Rights Compliance Officer: Keshara Cowans; ADA Coordinator: Jay Cardinali; Section 504 Coordinator: Marlene Phillip-Magee. (407).317.3200)
OCPS EEO Declaración de No Discriminación
La Junta Escolar del Condado de Orange, Florida, no discrimina en la admisión o el acceso a, o el tratamiento o empleo en sus programas y actividades, por motivos de raza, color, religión, edad, sexo, origen nacional, estado civil, discapacidad, información genética, orientación sexual, identidad o expresión de genero, o cualquier otra razón prohibida por la ley. La Junta Escolar también proporciona igualdad de acceso a Scouting America y a otros grupos de jóvenes designados. Esto se aplica a todos los estudiantes que estén interesados en participar en programas educativos y/o actividades escolares extracurriculares. Las siguientes personas, en el Ronald Blocker Educational Leadership Center, 445 West Amelia Street, Orlando, Florida 32801, se encargan de los asuntos de cumplimiento: Civil Rights Conpliance Officer (Oficial de Cumplimiento de Derechos Civiles): Keshara Cowans; ADA Coordinator (Coordinador de ADA): Jay Cardinali; Section 504 Coordinator (Coordinado de la Sección 504 ): Marlene Phillip-Magee. (407).317.3200
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