ORES Newsletter
February 16, 2024
Dear Oak Ridge R6 Families,
There will be no school February 19th.
Read Across America Week will be the week of February 26th.
Come and join us for the K-5 Elementary Folk Dance Night on March 7th @ 7:00PM. This was a ton of fun last year!
Grandparents, come and join us for a PK-5th grade movie and popcorn date on March 15th at 1:15PM in the old gym.
REMINDERS
CLASSROOM NEWSLETTERS
Classroom newsletters are included below so parents have access to classroom information.
ATTENDANCE EXPLANATION
By law, K-12 students must physically be at school in order for the school to count them as in attendance. So, when students are absent with a doctor's note/excuse, the district still must count the time they were out of the district as an absence. We do document that it is verified with a doctor's note or a parent contact so we know why they were absent versus being truant where they are missing school with no known reason. We still must count those hours absent however to be in compliance with the law. There is one exception to this; field trips. Students are counted present when they are on a district approved field trip even though they may not be on campus.
Perfect attendance is determined by a student actually, physically being present at school 100% of the time school is in session. Field trips do not count against perfect attendance. If students miss school for a doctor visit, even if it is "excused" by the doctor, we still have to count the student absent during that time and this absence will count against perfect attendance.
OFFICE COMMUNICATION
If your student is sick, on vacation, has a homework request, has an appt, is being picked up early or coming in late, needs a dismissal change, etc. Please contact the elementary office at 573-266-3232, option 1. Teachers do not always have time to check messages throughout the day. If you have questions about assignments/homework you may message the classroom teacher but they may not get back to you until the next day depending on when you reach out.
NURSE
Parents that need to visit the nurse or office need to drive around the front and sign in at the front office. Drop off medications for students in the original container. Do not send medication to school with students.
DOES YOUR FAMILY NEED HELP?
If you need help with resources or your family, please let me know. We have access to many resources to help families in need. Students learn best when their essential needs are being met. As always, contact me if you have any questions or concerns. We are here to help!
Enjoy a restful weekend with family and friends!
Sincerely,
Dr. Sonia Wood
Elementary Principal
573-266-3232
Kindergarten Enrollment/Registration Evening
February 26-March 1-Read Across America Week
3rd Grade Made Flutes In Music
2nd Grade Practicing Folk Dance In Music
4th Grade Playing Ukuleles
100 Days Of School Heart Treasure Hunt
The elementary kiddos participated in a 100 days of school heart treasure hunt just for fun this week. They gathered the hearts and taped them on the 100 square grid.
Elementary K-5 Spring Folk Dance Night
Grandparents' Movie Date March 15th
Play Day Is Coming May 15th!
February Board Meeting Pledge Leader-Harley Lufcy
February Staff Spotlight-Kim Scheffer
February Student Spotlight-Josie Svehla
Oak Ridge Blue Jay Shirt Order Form
American Red Cross Blood Donation Opportunity
Daddy Daughter Dance Registration Form
Free MDC Publications For Kids/Adults
Oak Ridge Weekly Community Soup Dinner
Iphone Safety Update
Parent Mobile Payments Update
Close The Gap Grant
Click The Bus Below To Watch A One Minute Safe Driving Around School Buses Video
February Breakfast/Lunch Menus
Annual Meal Fees
$1 Charity Hat Days For Students-1st Semester
February 28th
March 28th
April 25th
Upcoming Elementary Events
February 19-No school for staff or students
March 7-elementary fold dance night at 7:00 pm
March 8-End of 3rd quarter
March 9-Daddy Daughter Dance
March 15-3rd quarter celebration-movie with grandparents day
March 29-No school for staff or students
April 1-No school for staff or students
April 2-No school for students-staff professional development
April 24-3rd grade farm day
May 10-Book Fair
May 15-4th quarter celebration and Play Day
May 17-Kindergarten graduation at 10:00am
May 17-Last day of school-students dismiss at 12:30
May 17-HS Graduation
Upcoming Junior High Activities
None
Upcoming High School Activities
2/19/24 HSBB District Tournament @ South Iron Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday
2/19/24 HSGB District Tournament @ SCC, Monday, Wednesday, Friday
2/20/24 FFA Contest Certification @ Lake of the Ozarks
2/22/24 FFA Meet the Gov Conference @ Jefferson City
Want To Join The Fun At ORES?
Here Are Opportunities For The Community To Get Involved.
School Activities Parents/Grandparents/Other Family Members Can Participate In
*Open House
*Title I Game Night
*Quarter Celebrations In Conjunction With Halloween Parade, Christmas Party, and Play Day
*Christmas Program
*Class Field Trips When Space Permits
*Spring Music Program
*Play Day
*Book Fairs
*Reading/Math Buddy-Help A Student With Reading/Math
*Sign Up To Read To A Class
*Veterans Day Assembly
*Kindergarten Graduation
*Adopt A Family At Christmas
*Grandparents’ Celebration Movie Date In Conjunction With 3rd Quarter Celebration In March
PTO Events Parents/Grandparents/Other Family Members Can Participate In- PTO always needs volunteers to please come and join the fun!
*Pastries With Parents
*Mother/Son Night
*Meet The School Board Candidates
*Family Fun Night
*Trunk Or Treat
*Father/Son Night
*Mother/Daughter Night
*Chili Cook Off
Alumni Events Parents/Grandparents/Other Family Members Can Participate In
*Daddy/Daughter Dance
Oak Ridge Booster Club
*Booster Club Golf Tournament