Principal's Message: 6/6/26

June 6, 2026

Dear Eastover Families,

Our final week is here! It is sure to be a celebration of incredible growth, learning, and friendships. As I reflect on my three years at Eastover and 26 years in Bloomfield Hills Schools, I'm deeply grateful for our dedicated staff and supportive families who guide our students' growth. Tomorrow, I have the good fortune as a parent to watch my son cross the stage at Pine Knob during the BHHS Commencement Ceremony. It has been an honor to partner with such talented educators and to be part of something truly special.

Here are a few highlights from this past week:

Field Day was filled with fun and we couldn't have ordered better weather! A huge thank you to Mrs. Tollafield and Mr. Smith for their planning and organization. Thank you volunteers for facilitating the many stations!
Wednesday, Eastover Elementary Alumni - BHHS Class of 2026 paraded through the building in their caps and gowns as our Eagles clapped them out! This is sure to be an annual event!
Our 5th grade band and orchestra had concerts at North Hills Middle School. The incredible growth experienced under the guidance of Mr. Karpinsky and Mrs. Lucas made for wonderful shows. Way to go 5th grade!
3rd grade made their annual trip to Lansing on Thursday. The trip was a huge succes due to the detailed planning by Mrs. Gonzalez, Mrs. Isbell, Ms. Pastoria, and Ms. Pomponio.
Our Eastover Book Fair was a HUGE success! Thank you to Mrs. Livingston, Mrs. Mularski, and our volunteers for all the hours supporting this awesome endeavor!
Eastover Extravaganza took place yesterday evening and while we had to shift it indoors, it was truly a wonderful community event. Thank you to Kristin Haggerty, Sam Panek, Siglendy Murguia, and Katie White for taking the lead on organizing this event as well as all the volunteers who gave their time! Additional thanks to BIFF radio from BHHS for coming out to provide the music and broadcasting!

On Thursday we celebrate our 5th graders as they conclude their Eastover Elementary career! We will have them parade through the school so our students can clap them into their ceremony. The ceremony is in the gym and families should park in the lower carpool lot entering directly into the gym (no stairs). Please do not block the driveway and entrance to the Transportation Department. Siblings are unable to be pulled from classrooms to attend the ceremony or for dismissal at the conclusion of the ceremony due to the level of disruption this will cause.

On Monday we are asking students and staff to wear either Eastover spirit wear, Eastover colors, or their Camper shirt. We will have a parade through school with Camper leading the way so that we all can wish him a happy birthday!

Reminders:

Lost and Found will be donated on Tuesday, June 16 at the end of the day.
Friday, June 12 is our final day of school. It is a half day with dismissal at 12:20 p.m.
Please remember to pick up any medications (see article below)

“Yesterday’s the past, tomorrow’s the future, but today is a gift. That’s why it’s called the present.” –Bil Keane

With appreciation,

Andy Gignac
Principal
Eastover Elementary
Bloomfield Hills Schools

BHS 2025-26 Calendar at a Glance
BHS 2026-27 Calendar at a Glance

June Elementary Lunch Menu

Important Upcoming Events - Plan Ahead
Thursday, June 11th - 5th Grade Recognition Ceremony, 2:15 p.m. in the EO Gym
Friday, June 12th - Last Day of School! Half Day (Dismissal at 12:20 p.m.)
Wednesday, July 1st - Last Day to Order School Supply Kit