Oak Ridge Family Focus
May 26th Edition
5th grade Families - Chromebook Return this Friday
On Friday, May 31st, all 5th grade students will be returning their chromebooks for the summer. All items must be returned in order to avoid any fees. Please see the informational letter regarding chromebook return from our technology director.
Carnival & Picnic
Next week during the last two days of the school year, we will be holding our annual PBIS Carnival Day and Field Day/Picnic. We are looking for volunteers that would be willing to help with one or both events. This could be all day or just during the morning or afternoon. If you are interested and available, please fill out the form(s) below.
- PBIS Carnival Day (Monday, June 3rd)
- Field Day/Picnic (Tuesday, June 4th)
Summer Reading
Looking to keep your child reading and learning this summer? Check out Mrs. McMillin's newsletter with links for summer reading lists and programs, learning websites, and podcasts for kids to enjoy!
Summer Learning & Sports
- Moraine Valley Community College is holding several fun and engaging classes for students, everything from robotic LEGOs, computer coding, movie-making, creative writing, learning a new language, and much, much more! See Moraine Valley's summer flyer and program guide for more information and directions on how to sign up.
- Stagg High School will be hosting boys basketball camps for 4th and 5th grade students. Check out their flyer for more information. They will also have an All Sports Youth Camp for grades 3-8.
Have a wonderful week Mustangs!
Beth Reich, Principal
Kevin Buscemi, Assistant Principal
Snapshots This Week
Events This Week
Monday, May 27th
No School (Memorial Day)
Tuesday, May 28th
No After School Activites
Wednesday, May 29th
No After School Activities
Thursday, May 30th
No After School Activities
Friday,May 31st
No After School Activities
This Week's Breakfast Menu
This Week's Lunch Menu
Upcoming Dates
Monday, June 3rd
PBIS School Carnival (during school hours)
Tuesday, June 4th
Field Day/Picnic (during school hours)
Last Day of School!
Monday, June 10th
Grades 3-7 Summer Math Bridge begins (9-12pm at Glen Oaks school)
Monday, July 15th
Grades K-2 Reading/Math Summer Program begins (9-12pm at Dorn school)
Wednesday, August 14th
Parent Orientation (3rd, 4th, & 5th grade)
Thursday, August 15th
Parent Orientation (2nd grade, LEAP & Instructional Programs)
Friday, August 16th
Students return to school!
See the Oak Ridge calendar for additional events
What if my child is sick?
If you're child will be absent from school, please call the absentee line at 708-598-5743. The phone line is available 24 hours a day to report any upcoming absence.
Morning Drop Off Procedures
Morning Drop Off
Morning Drop Off is 8:15 - 8:25am. Staff and students need to be in class by 8:30am to start their day. Starting at 8:30am and later, students need to be dropped off in the front of school and signed in at the main office.
Reading 20 minutes a day will go a long way!
PTA
PBIS
Oak Ridge Elementary School
Website: https://www.npd117.net/oakridge
Location: 8791 West 103rd Street, Palos Hills, IL, USA
Phone: 708-598-5713
Twitter: @OakRidgeNPD117