In "Otter" News - Week #20
For the Week of 1/24 - 1/28
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Message From the Principal
Good Evening Oakville Otter Families!
I truly enjoy seeing your children each and every day! I think I even know almost all their names at this point! They bring joy to my day and are the reason I love my job so much. I am looking forward to the second half of the year and am so glad to be a part of this community!
"Otterly" Yours,
Ms. Dietz
Office hours are 8:45 am - 4:15 pm Monday - Friday
P.A.W.S. Matrix
Career Day is Coming!
Mrs. Curtis will contact you directly if you have been selected to participate in this year's Career Day event. Thank you for your support!
A Google Form is linked directly below to use to sign up.
Top Level Info - Need-To-See for the Week Ahead
Student Schedule for Next Week (1/24 - 1/28)
B Week
Monday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
Tuesday : 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- ES ACH Band/Orchestra Rehearsal at GHES (5:00 pm - 6:30 pm)
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- School Store Open during student lunches
Lunch Menu January 2022
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Next Level Info - Upcoming Events
Click below for the SMCPS Calendar for the 2021-2022 school year.
Report Card Distribution - 2/1/2022
Narrative comments will be emailed directly to you from your child's teacher by the end of the day on February 1st.
Please let Ms. Dietz know if you have any questions about the process of reviewing your child's progress toward grade level standards.
Professional Day - 2/4/2022
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Update from the Front Office
Employment Opportunities within SMCPS
SMCPS has multiple positions available to support our students and staff, including full-time and part-time positions in various areas. Employment opportunities can be found on the SMCPS website: https://www.smcps.org/hr/employment-opportunities
The Abacus Corporation provides part-time/temporary positions to support SMCPS as well. Various positions are also available through the Abacus Corporation and can be found on their website: https://www.abacuscorporation.com/find-jobs
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Update from the PTA
Small Actions Add Up to Big Benefits for Our School Community
Please consider using the following methods to help the PTA support our school community. These little actions could add up to big benefits!
Link Your Harris Teeter VIP Card to the OES PTA
Use the OES PTA AmazonSmile Account When Shopping on Amazon
Turn in Your Coca-Cola Product Bottle Caps
Check Out the New Way to Redeem Your Boxtops for OES
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Update from the Nurse
Nurse Frangenberg
FAQ:
When should I keep my child home from school?
- Fever >100.0, vomiting, diarrhea, or pink and crusty eyes
- Symptoms of COVID-19 like illness OR symptoms or an illness that do not resolve after home interventions
- Your child has been directed to quarantine by the local health department
What are COVID-19 like illness symptoms?
- New-onset of cough, shortness of breath, or difficulty breathing
- New loss of taste or smell,
- Fever of 100.4 or higher
- Chills or shaking chills
- Muscle aches
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Congestion or runny nose
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About Us
Email: lpdietz@smcps.org
Website: https://schools.smcps.org/oes/
Location: 26410 Three Notch Road, Mechanicsville, MD, USA
Phone: (301) 373-4365
Facebook: facebook.com/smcps.org
Twitter: @OES_smcps