2.24.2023
Dear OHS Families,
Students in Kindergarten shared pictures like this one of our mascot, Flappy!
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February 27th- March 3rd
More details can be found here: OHSRAAFamily.pdf
FAMILY NIGHT- Join us on Wednesday, March 1st for Family Night! More details can be found here: OHS Family Night. Please R.S.V.P by Friday, 2/24 here
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Our next PTA Meeting is rescheduled to TUESDAY, March 7th at 7:00pm, we will not have a meeting on March 1st.
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Parent Teacher Conferences
Greetings, MPS Families! We are pleased to announce our Spring 2023 Elementary Conference Schedule:
*Please note that we will have a modified early dismissal time on the conference days to accommodate the conference schedule. Therefore, students will be dismissed on March 29th, March 30th, and March 31st at 1:15pm. Parents/guardians will once again have the opportunity to select a conference time through My Conference Time. All conferences will be in person unless a parent/guardian requests a Google Meet link directly from the teacher. Spring conference sign up information will be live on our school website from February 27 at 9:00 a.m. through March 27 at 12:00 p.m. If you prefer a virtual session, please contact the teacher to request a Google Meet link to conduct your conference virtually after you have confirmed your conference time through My Conference Time Online Scheduler. We are looking forward to meeting with you to discuss your child’s learning! Quick tip: Look for emails from “noreply@myconferencetime.com” when searching email for conference confirmation communications. |
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Important Information
Kids Heart Challenge- Mr. Cala will be running the Kids Heart Challenge through the American Heart Association. You can find out more information here: OHS Website
Throughout the year, there are many celebrations focused on acknowledging the history and contributions of different groups. Black History Month begins on February 1. Milford Public Schools continues our commitment to celebrating diversity and the unique gifts and experiences of our Milford Public Schools students, families and staff that make our community so special. Our ongoing goal is to provide opportunities for all learners to see themselves within our curriculum. If you would like to explore some of the Black History Events events happening across the state you can visit: https://www.ctvisit.com/articles/black-history-month-activities-connecticut
If your student is absent from school due to an illness, please send in a doctor's note so we can code it as an excused absence. Thank you!
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Kindergarten Registration
Greetings, MPS Families!
We are pleased to announce that Kindergarten Registration for the 2023-2024 school year will take place during February and March. If you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten in the fall, registration information will be posted to the district website www.milforded.org on February 21, 2023. You must register your child for Kindergarten at the school determined by your street address, unless placed by Pupil Personnel Services. School/Street Assignments are available on the district website under “District Information.” Students must be at least age five (5) on or before December 31, 2023, in order to register for Kindergarten. Current MPS preschool or Ready To Learn students do not need to complete an online registration packet. If you need assistance with the registration portal, please contact the main office for your district assigned school. School contact information can be found on the district website under “ Schools.” We are excited for your children to come to our schools! Fully registered families, please be on the lookout for more information from your school’s Principal about an in person kindergarten event in the spring. In the meantime, click here for a sneak peek of what to expect in Kindergarten! We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2036!
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Important Dates
The week of Feb. 27th is Read Across America Week.
March 8th- No school for students, professional learning day for adults
March 15th- Early release for students at 1:25pm
Spring Picture Day- Friday, March 17th- Mark your calendars!!
March 29, 30, 31st- All early release days at 1:25pm for parent teacher conferences
Spirit Days- Click here to see our OHS Spirit Days for the 2022-2023 school year! This is a live document so check back each month for any updates.
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PTA Information
Tonight-Friday, Feb. 24th for the PTA Special Person Dance. Link for dance tickets $5 per family! Raffles and snacks will be available for purchase (cash only)! https://orchardhills.memberhub.com/store/items/822298
Please consider joining the OHS PTA in order to support all of the fun upcoming events. If you join, you will also receive an OHS car magnet!! You can join here: QR Code- OHS PTA As a member, you will also have first access to volunteer opportunities!
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Family Connection
SEL Anchor Tool and Parent Companion Guide of the Month
Growth Mindset is language used at home, in the classroom or within another environment that is specifically focused on potential and growth. Click on the link to learn how to foster a Growth Mindset at home! Questions? Contact Mrs. Dickson via email: mdickson@milforded.org
This week's Community Connection Center's Newsletter (CCC News) has links for the United Way-"Get Help" page and Milford's Recreation Department's "Minds in Motion" programs. Each week information about Milford's providers & their programs are listed. And don't forget that the CCC website is also updated with links to community resources. Have a great week!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Sarah Scionti
Principal, Orchard Hills Elementary School
@PrincipalSarah (Follow me on Twitter