Weekly News From The Hill
January 19th, 2018
From The Principal's Desk
I hope that your year is off to a great start. It certainly is a welcoming feeling to know that I was missed during the time I spent with family during the passing of my mother. I would like to thank the JHES staff for their support and continued hard work during the time that I was away. I am so proud to work along side such a phenomenal staff!
As you're aware, we already kicked off our Kindness Matters Campaign at the start of the year. Next Friday, January 26th marks the mid-point of the school year. As we approach this time, it's a great opportunity to refresh, renew, and continue our focus on creating a positive environment for our students, staff, and community. Although our intentional focus on kindness will come to an end, we will continue to promote an environment of compassion, unity, and respect. We look forward to extending our kindness chain for the remainder of the school year and spreading kindness around the school and community.
On Tuesday, January 23rd, 2018, all community members are invited to join Howard County Public School System Superintendent Michael J. Martirano for a Town Hall meeting at Oakland Mills High School at 7:00pm. Dr. Martirano will answer questions from the Howard County community on any topics pertaining to public education and the Howard County Public School System. Registration is not required. Please join us for this special event!
--Mrs. Strong
Important Dates
- Family Bingo Night - 01/19 at 6:30pm
- STEM/Science Fair - 01/24 at 6:00pm
- Road to Kindergarten Session - 01/24 at 6:30pm (Oakland Mills High School)
- Road to Kindergarten Session - 01/25 at 6:30pm (Centennial High School)
- 3rd/4th/5th Grade Joint Field Trip - 01/25
- K/1st/2nd Grade In-house Field Trip - 01/25
- Winter Beginner and Advanced Strings Concert - 01/25 at 2:45pm and 7:00pm
- Spirit Day (Sports Team) - 01/26
- Schools Close 3 Hours Early - 01/26
- The Council of Elders - Social Media, Opioids, and Human Trafficking Awareness - 01/27 at 9:00am (Oakland Mills Middle School--9450 Kilimanjaro Rd.)
- Road to Kindergarten Session - 01/29 at 6:30pm (Hammond High School)
- Music Concert (Oakland Mills High School) - 01/31
- Class Group Pictures and Spring Individual Portraits - 02/01
- Winter Beginner and Advanced Strings Concert (SNOW DATE) - 02/01 at 2:45pm and 7:00pm
- Jump Rope For Heart Kickoff - 02/05
- 4th Grade Field Trip - 02/07
- 4th/5th Grade In-House Field Trip - 02/08
- Chipotle Restaurant Night - 02/13
- PTA Meeting - 02/15 at 6:30pm
PTA Family Night
From The Health Room
--Ms. Blouse
Update on Inclement Weather Make-Up Days
County Resources for Families
There are resources available for low-cost car seats and no-cost cribs for families in need. Click on the links below for more information:
Howard County Car Seat Assistance Program
Referral Form for Cribs for KidsĀ® Program and Car Seat Assistance Program
Town Hall With Dr. Martirano
STEM / Science Fair
Due to the school closing on Wednesday, January 17th our STEM / Science Fair will be held on Wednesday, January 24th at 6:00pm.
--Ms. Griffin and Ms. Strawhorn
Parent Comment Box
Schoolhouse Theater Play
--Ms. Brunswick
Road to Kindergarten
Spirit Day
--PBIS Team
KidzArt
Winter 2018 After-School Programs
PTA News
JHES Website
Community News
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