10/15/21
Dear OHS Families,
We are excited that our PTA is hosting a Fall Family Night this upcoming week on October 20th. Please read below for more details.
This event is sure to be fun for the whole family. OHS Fall Family Night hosted by the PTA. All participants must register for the event here.
Candy Donations Needed- The PTA is looking for candy donations to create treat bags for the Fall Family Night. The donations can be dropped off Jaime McCormack’s house (Co-President). The address is: 25 Jerome Lane, Milford. Please leave donations in the bin on the front porch.
PTA Membership- To join our wonderful PTA, click on the following link: https://orchardhills.memberhub.com/
Thank you to all of the families and staff that
supported the Jimmy's fundraiser this week!
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OHS Spirit Days
OHS Spirit Days are back!! Here are the details: OHS Spirit Days 21-22.
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Upcoming Events
Music Nights- We are excited to announce our upcoming “Music Night” at Orchard Hills on Wednesday, October 27th, 2021. Please click on the link for more information: Revised OHS Music Night Flyer
Costume Parade - On Friday, October 29th students will be able to wear their costumes and participate in a brief parade outside with their grade level. Families will be invited to attend in a designated viewing area. More information including specific COVID safety protocols for visitors and students can be found here.
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Fall Conferences
Fall Conferences: We are pleased to announce our Fall 2021 Elementary Virtual Conferences!
CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE A CONFERENCE
Conference Schedule:
Wednesday, October 20 th 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Thursday, October 21st 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Friday, October 22n 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Grades 4 & 5 Strings Conference Schedule
Wednesday, October 20th 3:05-3:45pm
Thursday, October 21st 7:10-8:00pm
Mrs. Smernoff's (World Language) Conference Schedule:
Wednesday, Oct. 20th 1:45- 3:45pm
Thursday, Oct. 21st 5:30-6:45pm
*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 October 20th, October 21st and October 22nd at 1:15pm.
Our fall conferences will be held virtually and parents/guardians will once again have the opportunity to select a conference time through My Conference Time. We are looking forward to meeting with you to discuss your child’s learning! Fall conference sign up information will be live on our school website from Friday, October 8th, at 9:00 a.m. through Monday, October 18th, at 12:00 p.m. Quick tip: Look for emails from “noreply@myconferencetime.com” when searching email for conference confirmation communications.
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Important Dates
Important Dates:
Tuesday, October 19th at 6:30-7:30 pm Back to the Future: Becoming Stronger Together by Alicia Farrell PH.D.: More info is here
October 20, 21, 22 Elementary Parent Teacher Conferences and Early Dismissal at 1:15 p.m.
Wednesday,October 27th Early Dismissal for Students at 1:25 p.m. (Staff Professional Learning Workshops)
Friday, October 29th - Elementary Costume Day - More info to come
Tuesday, November 2nd- No School for students (Staff Professional Learning Day)
Wednesday, November 24th- Early Dismissal for Thanksgiving Recess @ 1:25 p.m.
No School Thursday, Nov 25, 2021 and Friday, Nov 26, 2021 for Thanksgiving Recess
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Thank you,
Mrs. Sarah Scionti
Principal, Orchard Hills Elementary School
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