East Ridge Elementary has been named a 2024-2025 Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase School, a prestigious honor awarded to campuses that demonstrate excellence in building a culture where students feel safe, connected, and engaged.
The Capturing Kids’ Hearts National Showcase Schools® Award recognizes schools that go above and beyond in creating an environment where students thrive academically and emotionally. Through the Capturing Kids’ Hearts® Process, educators at East Ridge Elementary have been equipped with relationship-building tools and processes that help them foster student success and a positive campus culture.
Each year, Capturing Kids’ Hearts recognizes schools across the country for their commitment to transforming their campus environments through a relational approach to education. Schools that receive this designation have shown measurable progress in student connectedness, academic achievement, and overall school culture.
"I am so proud of our staff and students for this prestigious award. At East Ridge Elementary, we strive to create a positive school culture and show students how much we care by building relationships that will optimize their learning environment." - Peggy Elliott, Principal
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"If you have a child's heart, you have a child's mind" ~ Flip Flippen
100% first grade attendance today at East Ridge!
The Book Fair is happening at East Ridge Elementary this week!
We can't wait to see you!
East Ridge Awards Ceremonies
Happy Easter!
Happy Easter from East Ridge Elementary!
Mrs. Weaver and Ms. Wilson's second grade classes.
Ms. Guerrero and Ms. Daydee Holt's second grade classes.
Mrs. Foster & Mrs. Garza's first grade classes.
Congratulations to our Star Students of the week!
Ms. Barnes' first grade class.
Sutherlands of Sweetwater donated a $50 gift card to Ms. Kirby's art class at East Ridge Elementary. Ms. Kirby plans on purchasing painting supplies for her first and second grade students.
East Ridge Elementary students had the privilege of attending a music concert on April 8th performed by the local band Fever Pitch. Our students enjoyed singing along to some catchy tunes such as "Sweet Caroline" and "Boogie Shoes". Students also learned about the various musical instruments used by the band.
Easter Prizes in Cafeteria
Our first and second grade SEEK students went on a field trip on April 9th to Abilene Christian University. The theme was LEAP- Literary Engineers at Play.
Reminder!
Congratulations Star Students of the week! Keep shining!
SISD's STAAR testing will begin on April 9. Please check relevant dates for your student's testing and ensure that they are in attendance for every test possible.
April 16 is National Banana Day
