The Chieftain Tribune
Osceola Intermediate School- October
October 2019
Julie Bender- Intermediate School Principal
715-294-2800 Osceola School District
World Class Education with a Small Town Feel
Be Safe - Be Respectful - Be Responsible
A Message from Mrs. Bender
OIS Families,
Parent-Teacher Conferences are scheduled for October 8th and 10th from 3:45 to 7:30 PM.
We will be using the online conference scheduler through Family Access again this year. This allows you to choose the time that works best for you and your family. The online conference scheduler will be open Tuesday, October 1st – Sunday, October 6th.
NEW THIS YEAR for parents of 4th and 5th grade students:
- You will have the opportunity to sign-up for two content areas, ELA and Math- please ask your son and/or daughter who their teacher is for both academic areas.
- You will be provided 10 minutes for each teacher
Parents of 3rd grade students:
- You will be provided 15 minutes with your child's teacher.
Please click HERE for a step by step guide showing you how to go through the process to select the best time that works for you. If you do not have your Family Access login or password please call Mrs. Gustafson at 715.294.2127 ext.4302. For all other inquiries please contact Mrs. Rydeen at 715-294-2800.
Please make note of our shared staff members:
Art, PE, Media/Library & Music- will be available at OIS on Tuesday, October 8th.
With so much joy, excitement and success to share about your child(ren)- we look forward to seeing all of you!
Chieftain Pride,
Julie Bender
OIS Principal
Faith Ulrich- 3rd Grade
Nominated by Mrs. Conway
Rylan Ligget- 4th Grade
Nominated by Mr. Lundholm
Alex Willeman- 5th Grade
Nominated by Mr. Strom
National Custodian Day- Oct. 2nd
The quiet HEROES of the school. Always the first ones here, the last to go, cleaning up messes no one dares to touch and befriending ALL that pass.
Thank you for ALL you do everyday!!!
October Calendar
October 10- Parent Teacher Conferences
October 7-11- OIS Book Fair (Media Room)
October 16-17- Dental Clinic
October 18- Picture Re-Take Day
October 25- In-Service (No School)
October 28- No School (Fall Break)
School District Board Meetings
- Committee Meeting- 4:30pm (Board Room)
- Regular Board Meeting- 6:00pm
October 28
- Planning Committee Meeting- 4:30pm (OIS Media Room)
- Regular Board Meeting- 6:00pm
Bus Discipline Policy
The students are responsible for their behavior on the bus as their behavior could affect the safe operation of the bus. Misbehavior could result in the bus driver being distracted. Such distractions could endanger the lives of all students being transported. Therefore, behavior infractions must be reported and disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with these guidelines.
Parents are requested to explain the importance of proper behavior on the bus. They are also expected to support disciplinary actions that are necessary to help their child change unacceptable behavior.
The primary responsibility of the driver is to safely transport the students to and from school. While transporting students, the driver also has the responsibility of maintaining discipline on the bus. Therefore, the driver will report behavior infractions to the proper authority on the forms provided. Serious infractions may result in bus riding privileges being suspended.
The following bus rules have been made for your protection and for the welfare of all persons in transport:
Be considerate of others on the bus.
Follow instructions of the bus driver at all times.
Board only the bus to which you are assigned.
Bus riding is a privilege and will be assured only as long as your conduct remains good.
Students riding to a stop other than their own stop must have a signed note from parent or guardian and have that note signed by someone from the school office before getting on the bus.
Thank you for your continuous support! We have an amazing team of drivers led by transportation director, Steve Leslie. They are working extremely hard teaching, re-teaching and ensuring a safe ride for everyone. Transportation to and from school is extremely important and working as team will help all stakeholders- together, we can continue to review expectations for a safe, enjoyable bus experience.
Bus Driver Appreciation Week
THANK YOU Osceola School District bus drivers!
YOU keep us SAFE! YOU drive us to and from school! YOU are appreciated!
Free & Reduced Meal Plan
DEADLINE APPROACHING!
FREE & REDUCED PRICE MEAL PLAN CARRY OVER ENDS Oct 10th!
If you qualified for Free/ Reduced priced meals last year but have NOT reapplied this school year, your student(s) lunches will revert to a FULL PAID price lunch on Oct 11th,2019.
A new application has to be filled out each year. Only 1 application is needed per family. Applications were included in the District newsletter prior to the start of school, and were mailed out recently. Applications are also available in any school office or online through the District website.
If you have questions, please contact Susan Mayer 715-294-4604 or mayers@osceolak12.org.
Don’t wait- reapply today!
Come work with us!
Susan Mayer
715-294-4606
Osceola PTA- Every child, one voice
Osceola Intermediate School
Email: benderj@osceolak12.org
Website: www.osceola.k12.wi.us
Phone: 715-294-2800