OTTER OUTLOOK April 5 - April 9
UPCOMING EVENTS
April 6 - 4th Grade STAAR Writing
April 13 - Raising Funds at Raising Cane's
May 1 - Attendance Credit Election
May 18 - 6th Grade Farewell
*Mondays are Otter Spirit Days...Wear Otter Gear*
PRE-KINDERGARTEN/PRE-ESCOLAR/KINDERGARTEN ENROLLMENT
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Allen ISD Pre-K registration for the 2021-2022 school year is NOW OPEN!
Did you know the district offers a Pre-K program for qualifying students?
If you are interested in learning more about Pre-K eligibility criteria and enrollment details, please review the flier below.
CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE MONTH: POSITIVE ATTITUDE!
The character trait for the month of April is POSITIVE ATTITUDE:
Positive Attitude is a mental thought process of focusing on the bright side of life or finding the good in everything and everyone.
The way we think about ourselves, situations, upcoming events, etc. can affect the outcomes, our experiences, and the way we handle life. Having a positive attitude means that you approach life with confidence and optimism.
Talk with your family about different situations in which positive attitudes could make a different!
“Attitude is a little thing that makes a big difference.” ~Winston Churchill
SWIM SHOP IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS!!!
FUNDRAISING
JUNIOR POLICE ACADEMY
DID YOU KNOW: Allen ISD is at risk of losing approximately $3.03 Billion of its tax base on May 1, 2021
Allen ISD will hold a special election, known as an Attendance Credit Election, on May 1 seeking voter approval for the district to pay recapture by purchasing attendance credit from the State with local tax revenue. An attendance credit is simply the name given for a district to equalize its wealth through recapture payments.
The district has paid recapture funds by purchasing attendance credit from the Texas Education Agency (TEA). Until this year, the district has used a state exemption to have recapture funds taken out of its annual state funding without the need for a special election.
The special election is required by the state due to changes by Texas House Bill 3 in the 2019 legislative session. Allen ISD will only have to hold this election one time.
For more information you can visit the ALLEN ISD website under the Board of Trustees/2021 Attendance Credit Election.
CALLING ALL D.O.G.S.!
Watch D.O.G.S. (Dads Of Great Students) is a program from the National Center for Fathering, whose purpose is to provide positive male role models for students by being present in education.
Watch D.O.G.S. are fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and other father-figures who volunteer for at least one time during the school year. Due to COVID this year, we have been unable to have volunteers on campus, however we have had several dads submit videos that we have shown on announcements.
Well, we have good news! Allen ISD is allowing visitors on campus with strict guidelines, of course. We definitely want Watch D.O.G.S. to be on campus! Here is how we would like to have Watch D.O.G.S. volunteer at Olson:
Door Holder for K-2 & 3-6 Arrival (7:25am-7:45am) & Dismissal (2:40pm-3:05pm)
Say “Good Morning”
Wave
Air high five
Elbow bump
In order to volunteer, you must do the following:
Complete a background verification
o Register to be a Volunteer
o A new application must be completed every school year.
o It takes about 2 weeks to be approved
Wear a mask that covers your nose and mouth
Check-in via the office at your scheduled time to receive a safety vest and ID sticker
Wear a Watch D.O.G. shirt (if you have one)
We completely understand if you don’t have a Watch D.O.G. shirt, if you are new to Olson, a Kindergarten parent, or haven’t had the opportunity to volunteer. If that is the case, please wear a white shirt.
Sign-up for a date and time via Sign-up Genius
o https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080B4EA4A72AAAFD0-watch3
Please contact Nicole Oliver at 972-562-1800 or Nicole.Oliver@allenisd.org, if you have any questions.
WATCH D.O.G.S. FEATURED IN OLSON'S WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENTS
Sign up to be featured in Olson’s
weekly announcements.
Each week we’ll feature a dad in
the Olson announcements. Take
the opportunity to share your
school and work experience with
our Olson students.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EAEAF2CA5FECE9-watch1
Questions provided via email after sign up
Fun Ideas:
Wear you Watch D.O.G.S. T-Shirt
Wear a silly tie or hat
Have your children ask the provided questions
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Calling all Otter Volunteers! We are ready to welcome volunteers back into the building. If you are interested in volunteering in person, please click here for more details: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4EA9AF2CA1FCC70-olson3
Additional Information About Indoor Volunteer Opportunities:
- Must wear a mask and follow all campus safety protocols
- One volunteer per day
- 2 hr. maximum
- Limited interaction with staff
- No interaction with students
- Volunteers will most likely be running copies, but may also assist with laminating or shelving books in the library.
We look forward to having our volunteers back at Olson!
CARPOOL LINE ETIQUETTE
PLEASE PULL ALL THE WAY FORWARD...WE APPRECIATE YOU!!!
Otter Pride Now on Sale for $10.00 each.
Show your school spirit with a yard sign
MONDAYS ARE SPIRIT DAYS!
EVERY Monday is Otter spirit day so visit our Spirit Shop today!
Whether your child is participating in at-home or in-person learning, you can still show your school spirit! Order a 3-pack of Olson masks or other spirit merchandise here.
AMAZON SMILE
Make a difference and donate to Olson Elementary PTA by shopping through Amazon Smile and selecting "Olson Elementary PTA" as your charity. Shop at smile.amazon.com/ch/30-0554697 to generate donations!!
SCHOOL CONTACT INFORMATION
7:30 - 4:00 M - TH
7:30 - 3:30 F
Website: www.allenisd.org
Location: 1751 East Exchange Parkway, Allen, TX, USA
Phone: 972-562-1800
Twitter: @olsonotters