OHS FAMILY NEWS 12/6
Dear OHS Eagles,
Students engaged in the instructional program called Heggerty which is used to build phonological awareness in our younger learners. Phonological awareness allows children to recognize and work with the sounds of language. These activities focus on hearing the parts or sounds in words and are often associated with movements to engage students.
In case you missed it last week-- In the spirit of being grateful, we are so happy to announce that Nurse Brandi had her baby and they are both healthy and happy! Our nursing subs will be the following:
Every Monday and Tuesday – Liz Melvin, RN EMelvin@milfordct.gov
Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday – Kathy Malski, RN KMalski@milfordct.gov
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Dates:
December 11th- Early Release Day at 1:25 pm
December 12th & 13th- PTA Holiday Fair
December 18th Winter Concert at Parsons- Grade 4 & Grade 5- OHSWinterConcertLetter
December 19th- Foran Choir performs at OHS & K9 Winston visits!
December 20th- Spirit Day- Pajama Day
December 23rd- January 1st- Winter Recess
January 13th - 16th PTA Screen Free Week
Upcoming News
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is upon us. To make life a little easier HERE is an at-a-glance document of events through December.
Food Service
Food Services Update - For information including lunch menus and how to create a food service account please visit the MPS food service website. For students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals, (determined by the completion of the Free/Reduced-Price Meals application or Direct Certification), breakfast and lunch will be offered free of charge.
OHS PTA Information - www.ohspta.org - Click HERE for all the exciting PTA events, activities, and news!
OHS Holiday Raffle will support the 5th grade and their activities throughout the year. The raffle will run from December 1st - 15th. Click here for details: OHS Holiday Raffle
https://app.givebacks.gives/ohs5thgrade
OHS Spirit Days - 2024-2025 OHS Spirit Fridays
SEL Anchor Tool and Parent Companion Guide of the Month The Circle of Support is the identification of people who can help you when needed and why they can help (to access for help in difficult situations, to support one in being his/her best self).
Click on this LINK to find out how you can utilize this tool at home. Please contact Mrs. Dickson with any questions: mdickson@milforded.org. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Please let us know if you are in need of:
winter coats, gloves, hats, boots, etc.
unisex sweatshirts
holiday gifts for your children
food for your holidays
→If any of these resources can be helpful to your family, please feel free to privately email me: ndapaz@milforded.org or call : (203) 783-6684
We are here to help!
Thank you,
Ms. DaPaz
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Community Connection Center-
This week's CCC News contains information and links for a mix of resources & fun activities. Featured this week : A Stress Free Holiday Zoom Workshop, Walnut Beach Tree Lighting and "Oh Hanukkah!", at Park City Music Hall. Find these and more in our CCC Newsletter. Looking for other community resources, visit the CCC Website.
Warm Regards,
Sarah Scionti
Principal,
Orchard Hills Elementary School
