3/11/22
Dear OHS Families,
OHS Highlights
This week we are highlighting Fifth Grade!!
In math, students are using division skills and ratio tables to determine the best buy in various real life situations. The students are continuing their work with analyzing text, interpreting themes, and using evidence to support reading responses. In social studies, we are continuing our study of the American Revolution. Finally, we are working in conjunction with the STEM lab to begin our unit on Earth Systems.
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The PTA SOCK Fundraiser!!!
We are launching a fundraiser and need your help to ensure our graduating class gets the sendoff they deserve. Our unique “Silly Sock” fundraiser is a hands off and fun way to raise money. Who doesn’t love silly socks? They make great gifts for people of all ages (they fit perfectly inside of Easter baskets) and there are hundreds of varieties to choose from. The best part is that all you need to do to help (besides order socks) is share the link with your friends and family. There are no forms to print, cash to collect or deliveries to make. Remember the more we sell, the more we can do to celebrate our fifth graders. So it’s time to sell ( and buy) some socks! ~Lou Spetrino, Fifth Grade Chair |
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PTA Information
Click here: OHS PTA Spring into Spring Update_3.6.22.pdf
New Board Members- Are you interested in supporting the OHS learning community? Do you have a passion for creating engaging and fun experiences for children? If yes, please consider volunteering to become a board member on the OHS PTA for future years. Our current co-presidents have gone above and beyond over the last two years, but now it is time for some new faces. If interested, please reach out to:
Nicole at nicole.semanchik@gmail.com, Kerrie Astrosky at kwaz97@yahoo.com or Jaime at jaimemccormack78@gmail.com.
Pampered Chef- Please consider supporting the OHS PTA through this virtual Pampered Chef fundraiser. Details can be found in this flier: OHS Pampered Chef Fundraiser
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Daylight Savings is this weekend!! Here’s an article to support your children in the adjustment: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/04/17/parenting/daylight-saving-time-kids-sleep.html?smid=url-share
OHS Spirit Days- the next spirit day is March 17th- Wear GREEN!
Spring Picture Day will be Friday, March 18th- more details to come from LifeTouch
Check out the STEM Corner on our OHS Parent Corner
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Spring Conferences
We are pleased to announce our Spring 2022 Elementary School Virtual Conference Schedule:
Wednesday, March 30th 5:30-8:00 p.m.
Thursday, March 31st 1:45-3:45 p.m.
Friday, April 1st 1:45-3:45 p.m.
*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 30th, March 31st and April 1st at 1:15pm.
Our spring 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! Spring conference sign up information will be live on our school website from February 28 at 9:00 a.m. through March 25 at 12:00 pm . Quick tip: Look for emails from “noreply@myconferencetime.com” when searching email for conference confirmation communications.
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Kindergarten Registration- Class of 2035!!
Greetings, MPS Families! We are pleased to announce that Kindergarten Registration for the 2022-2023 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 22, 2022. 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, 2022, 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 2035! |
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Now through Friday, March 25 at 12:00 pm - Sign up for Conferences
Wednesday, March 9th: NO SCHOOL - Teacher Professional Learning
Thursday, March 17th: Trimester 2 Ends(revised due to snow days)
Friday, March 18th Lifetouch Spring Photos
Tuesday, March 29th: Families can access report cards in Powerschool
Wednesday, March 30th, Thursday, March 31st, Friday, April 1st: Early Release day for Spring Conferences NOTE: Students dismissed at 1:15 (10 minutes earlier that normal)
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Family Connection
SEL Anchor Tool and Parent Companion Guide of the Month
The Mood Meter is a tool to recognize and regulate your feelings by teaching self and social awareness. Click on the Mood Meter link to learn how to use the Mood Meter in your home! Questions? Contact Mrs. Dickson via email: mdickson@milforded.org.
School Counseling Lessons
Our classrooms are finishing up their lessons on friendship. Here you will find some of the broad topics: Friendship Newsletter
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Sincerely,
Mrs. Sarah Scionti- Principal, Orchard Hills Elementary School
@PrincipalSarah (Follow me on Twitter