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Charlemagne Elementary School

Newsletter for April 27

Posted Date: 04/26/26 (05:30 PM)


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Week of April 27 to May 1

 
Mardi Gras
 

Bonjour Charlemagne Families!

Our school is still buzzing from the wonderful 1st and 2nd Grade music performance! It was a joy to watch our students play the marimbas, dance, and sing their hearts out.

Beyond the music, this performance reminded us that our children are true beacons of light. They bring a unique spark to our community. It is our greatest privilege to nurture and protect these lights, ensuring every child feels safe and supported as they grow.

Thank you for cheering them on!

Notre école vibre encore après la magnifique performance musicale des élèves de CP et CE1 ! Quel bonheur de voir nos élèves jouer du marimba, danser et chanter de tout leur cœur.

Au-delà de la musique, ce spectacle nous a rappelé que nos enfants sont de véritables sources de lumière. Ils apportent une étincelle unique à notre communauté. C'est notre plus grand privilège de nourrir et de protéger ces lumières, afin que chaque enfant se sente en sécurité et soutenu dans sa croissance.

Merci d'avoir été là pour les encourager !

 
KEY DATES + EVENTS
  • APRIL 30 - Friday, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Kindergarten Orientation
  • MAY 13 - Wednesday, Tour du Monde
  • MAY 14 - Thursday, 6:15-8:00 p.m., Grades 3-5 Music Performance at Roosevelt Middle School
  • May 18-20 - Monday-Wednesday, Camp Tamarack for Fifth Grade
  • May 25 - NO SCHOOL, Monday, Memorial Day
  • May 26 - Tuesday, 6:30-7:30 Roosevelt MS Sixth grade incoming family night
  • May 28 - Thursday, 6:15-7:30 Spencer Butte Sixth grade incoming family night
  • May 29 - Friday, 6:30-7:30 ATA Sixth grade incoming family night
  • JUNE 3 - Wednesday, Field Day
  • JUNE 5 - NO SCHOOL, Grading Day
  • JUNE 10 - Wednesday, 10 a.m. 5th Grade Promotion
  • JUNE 12- Friday, Last Day of School--early release at 11:45 a.m.
  • SEPTEMBER 8 - Tuesday, School Begins for Kindergarten
  • SEPTEMBER 9 - Wednesday, School Begins for Grades 1-5
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Grade Level Blogs

 
Early bird tix
 
Chess

A First Place Finish!

The Charlemagne Chess Team won 1st place at the Region 17 Tournament and qualified for the State Finals, to be played April 25th in Hillsboro! 

Team members included Peter Dufek, Mani Powell, Onking Dorje, Ian Wilkinson, and Leo Li, all of whom also qualified for the Individual Finals. Lucas Mendelson, Marius Giachetti, Pierce Bell, Eli Carlson, and Michael Housen played for the team, as well. 

Chess Club meets on Fridays 3-4PM in Room 8. New players are encouraged to a free trial of the club to see if they might like chess. Contact: jerry.ramey@outlook.com.
 

Tour du Monde is coming!

Attention parents! Tour du Monde (jog-a-thon) envelopes will be going home with students on May 8th. Be on the lookout for these important envelopes, as they contain information about our upcoming Tour du Monde event. We encourage families to support this fun, active fundraiser by gathering pledges and helping students stay motivated to reach their goals. Stay tuned for more details and thank you for your support!
 

Charlemagne PTO Website

Summer camp sign ups are right around the corner: some signups even started last weekend! The PTO has compiled a list of many summer camps, organized by theme, including price and hours.

And of course be sure to check out all the other things going on with our community!!
 
YMCA registration

YMCA Registration for Summer and 2026-27 school year

The YMCA will be opening registration at the end of April for the following programs:
  • Summer Camps
  • YMCA Preschool Programs
  • Before & After School Care (2026–27 school year)
These programs are designed to support working families while providing children with a safe, enriching, and engaging environment rooted in YMCA values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

Fore more information, use the QR code in the image or contact

THE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT TEAM
Eugene Family YMCA  
600 E. 24th Ave., Eugene, OR 97405  
541.686.9622 ext. 1303
 
Learn to Ride a Bike

Learn to Ride a Bike

Learn to Ride a Bike - A Free, All Ages, Drop-In Event For Not-Yet-Riders!
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 4:30-6:30 pm4J Education Center, 200 North Monroe St, Eugene
Do you or your child want to learn how to ride a bike? Join 4J, Bethel, and Springfield Safe Routes to School programs, the City of Eugene, the City of Springfield, Shift Community Cycles and Cascadia Mobility for this fun event with bike checks, free helmets and information about bike share. 

We’ll start with balancing and gliding without pedals or training wheels. Some will learn to pedal in one session, while others may need more practice to reach that final goal. You don’t need your own bike to participate, but please bring a helmet and bike if you have one.

Contact Safe Routes to School at mazze_s@4j.lane.edu or albee_b@4j.lane.edu with questions or to volunteer.

Tuesday, April 29, 4:00–6:00 p.m. at the Hilyard Community Center
Eugene 4J Safe Routes to School and the City of Eugene Adaptive Recreation program invite students and families to an Adaptive Bicycle Open House on Wednesday, April 29, 4:00–6:00 p.m. at the Hilyard Community Center.
Come explore a fleet of more than 20 adaptive bicycles designed to meet a wide range of needs. Options include recumbent trikes (for one or two riders), tandems, hand cycles, off-road wheelchairs, and more. It’s a great chance to see what’s possible and try out equipment in a welcoming, low-pressure setting.

Located next to the Amazon Park Path, the Hilyard Community Center offers a safe, car-free space to test ride different bikes. (Note: there are many types of bikes available, but a limited number of smaller sizes.)

This event is ideal for students and family members with ongoing or temporary physical or developmental disabilities and differences. While traditional two-wheel bikes don’t work for everyone, there are many exciting alternatives to explore.

Adaptive bicycles are also available to rent through the City of Eugene Adaptive Recreation program.

Come check it out and find the right ride for you! 
 
kidsports

Kickball for All!


Dates: Saturdays- April 11th, April 18th, April 25th, May 2nd, May 9th
Time: 10am- 11am
Location: MOC Field at Civic Park
Cost: $50
Coed- 3rd- 8th graders

This 5-week program is for kids of all abilities who want to have fun, meet friends, get exercise and play Kickball . We modify the game as needed so that ALL kids can have success and enjoy a little competition in a low-pressure environment.
The season begins Saturday April 11th and ends with a fun playday tournament on May 9th. Teams will be created based on how many players we have registered and who attends each week. Each session will include a warmup/practice time followed by games.
All players will get to make their own tie-dyed team jersey to keep during the season. Teams will be coached by our Kidsports instructors/coaches. We welcome the help of parents and volunteers who want to be involved.
This is a great activity for siblings and family members of different ages to compete and play together.
 
Tell Us About Your Participant!
We strive to meet the needs of all children. Please share with us any important information about your child, including specific accommodations of support that’s needed or any other details you would like us to know by using our inclusion form. If you have question, please reach out to Beth Nitkowski at bethn@kidsports.org.
About Unified Sports

These inclusive sports strive to unite teammates of all abilities for training and competition. The programs are created to be child-focused and fun for all — kids with and without disabilities and those with various processing needs.
Benefits of Unified Sports

Staying physically active is an important part of maintaining and improving overall health. Unified Sports offers opportunities for all kids to play and improve their physical health and promote social inclusion, reduce bullying and break down stereotypes about people with disabilities. Participation in Unified Sports can lead to new friendships, improved self-esteem and positive changes in attitude and behavior.

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Sign up for Kidsports Summer Camps!

 

Thanks for reading!

...and for being part of what makes Charlemagne a great place to learn and grow.

Warmly,
Madame Poppy

campbell_s@4j.lane.edu | 541-790-7080
 

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