Community is central to everything we do. Our small, supportive environment fosters strong relationships among students, teachers, and families, creating a sense of belonging where every child is known, valued, and challenged.
Thank Goodness It’s Friday!
TGIF is a long-held EAGLE tradition that offers special programming every Friday afternoon. Past TGIF programming has included the Wisconsin Chamber Orchestra, Opera for the Young, the school Talent Show, Geography Bees, Spelling Bees, National History Day, Market Day, student performances, and more.
Teachers plan class field trips related to areas of curricula. Past destinations have included Chazen Museum of Art, the UW French House, Children’s Theater of Madison, the Overture Center, American Player’s Theater, UW Geology Museum, the State Historical Society, the Promega planetarium and more!
Following a year of intensive study, eighth grade students spend an engaging week in Washington, D.C. exploring sights, meeting with diplomats and legislators, and attending committee hearings.
Students have the opportunity to travel internationally. Recent international trips have included France, Quebec, and Costa Rica.
Market Day is another long-standing EAGLE tradition that culminates in a vibrant open-air market, hosted for the entire community by students in grades 4 through 8. This hands-on experience teaches students about finance and economics as they plan and produce original goods to sell. The event also serves as a student fundraiser, with proceeds dedicated to school improvements and the EAGLE Financial Aid fund.
The annual Spring Celebration, hosted by our EAGLE Parent Organization (EPO), is a highly anticipated event that fosters strong community bonds. Families come together for a day of fun and connection, while enjoying delicious food, silly games, live music, and a dynamic live auction. This celebration is also a crucial fundraiser that directly supports programs and opportunities designed to enrich the EAGLE experience for every student.
The annual Read-A-Thon is an event hosted by the EPO that encourages a love of reading while bringing the community together for festive fun. Students celebrate their reading progress all while raising funds to support EPO initiatives.
Students celebrate Halloween with a festive parade through the school, showing off their creative costumes to classmates and teachers. After the parade, everyone gathers in the gym for a special assembly to recognize the winners of the Read-A-Thon. The event combines school spirit, creativity, and a celebration of reading accomplishments.
Day Away, which takes place at the end of the school year, is an opportunity for students and staff to build community by enjoying shared experiences, team-building activities, and time together off campus. This event offers a whole lot of fun while strengthening connections, supporting social-emotional growth, and fostering a sense of belonging beyond the classroom walls.
Throughout the year, the EPO (EAGLE Parent Organization) offers many opportunities for members to forge connections and nurture friendships within our community. Past events have included board game nights, movie nights, a family garage sale, an ice cream social, a sock hop, a multicultural night, and more—each designed to bring families together, strengthen relationships, and celebrate the diverse interests and backgrounds within our school community.
Monthly Spotlight Awards recognize students that have been nominated by staff for their character, kindness, creativity, and helpfulness at school.