The Beacon
Olive Chapel Elementary PTA News & Information
~ June 8 - June 11, 2020 ~
CALENDAR
June 10 - 5th Grade Sail Up Parade for Hermanson, Christensen, De la Pena Classes (see below for updated times)
June 11 - 5th Grade Sail Up Parade for Sullivan, Trainor Classes (see below for updated times)
June 11 - LAST DAY OF VIRTUAL SCHOOL TRACKS 2, 3, 4
June 19 - Yearbook Order Extended Deadline
July 20 - Deadline for ordering school supplies
A Quick Note from Your 2019-20 PTA
There were trips to DC for our fifth graders and trips to Wilmington for our fourth graders as well as local and in-school field trips and cultural arts assemblies for all of our students. Growth Mindset Awards were presented and kids found new confidence in the classroom, the media center, the art room, the gym, the music room, and with STEM and Science specials.
And when virtual learning became our new normal, our community came together to support our teachers, our students, and each other. It wasn't always perfect, but we made it!
As a PTA, we are sad we were unable to share what was shaping up to be an awesome Art-a-Palooza event as well as help with field days and 5th grade celebrations. But we'll be back in 2020-21, in whatever shape school looks like in August.
We hope you all enjoy your summer and continue to stay safe so that we can all meet back on the map soon!
Sail Up Ceremonies
Yearbook Update
We've had several parents that were unable to order yearbooks during our sale, so we worked with Strawbridge to do a second batch of books for a short period of time. We will take new orders untill Friday, June 19th.
No more orders will be taken after the 19th.
You can order a yearbook here if you have not already done so.
If you have already ordered a yearbook, here is an update on distribution:
- 5th grade will be getting their books at their Sail Up Celebration
- All other yearbooks will be distributed in August when students return to the school building
Jump Rope for Heart Update!
We raised over $6500 for the American Heart Association with Jump Rope for Heart this year!
Thank you to everyone who donated and raised money. Our school was also awarded $500 towards gym equipment to help Coach Roberts continue to promote healthy, active choices in her classes!
Most of the smaller prizes were distributed to students prior to our school shutting down. The larger prizes will be distributed after the next school year begins. If you have a 5th grader, Mandy MacNaughton will be in touch with you regarding pick up. If you are not returning to OCE next year (and are not a current 5th grader), please email mandymacnaughton@gmail.com to work out a time to pick up your prizes.
Thank you to all of our Heart Heroes!
School Supplies Orders
Not only will we receive a larger percentage of the sale for the school, but supplies will also be shipped directly to your house - no more Clopening pick-ups or first day of school scramble for supplies. In addition, you can opt out of supplies you already have at home from previous years or students!
Here is a quick rundown:
- One click ordering makes back-to-school shopping simple!
- All lists are teacher approved
- Parents can customize orders (buy only what you need)
- Quality, name-brand products you trust
- Low prices and next-day shipping to your home
- The school gets half the profits!
Register for a coupon code here and get 10% off your order if you order in June!
Then click here to order before July 20th to ensure you have school supplies before the start of the 2020-21 school year. Again, supplies will be shipped directly to your home, so if school doesn't start in the building on time, you'll have them ready to go for when we do!
Download the flyer below for more detailed information on how to order and find your child's class list.
* Kindergarten supply lists will be handed out during staggered entry when school returns.
LRMS PTSA Help Needed
Open PTA Positions for 2020-21 School Year
The OCE PTA is still hard at work planning for next year. Interested in joining this passionate team of OCE parents? We have a variety of positions that can accommodate your time, skills, and schedule.
Below is a list of open positions:
Treasurer: Responsible for annual budget, monthly reports, and all deposits and expenses. Person should be detail oriented, available to pick up deposits from the school and/or deliver checks to the school or bank during school/bank hours.
Go Play Save - Selling Go Play Save coupon books is returning this year. This fundraiser takes place at the beginning of the school year and requires someone able to come to the school to manage distribution as well as money/book collection. We know many of you missed this fundraiser last year, so if you are passionate about Go Play Save, please consider helping this year! We need to fill this position ASAP!
Movie and/or Bingo Night - Plan and execute 1-2 fun social evenings at the school to foster community spirit.
Staff Appreciation Clopening Breakfast and Teacher Workday Meals: Coordinates clopening breakfast the week between the end of one school year and beginning of the next as well as teacher workday meals with local vendors as well as onsite needs for set-up around 7am and clean-up around noon. Note: These take place on teacher workdays when school is closed.
Walk to School Wednesday: Advertise and oversee Walk to School Wednesday from October to June. Walk to School Wednesdays are the first Wednesday of each month. Provide prizes, organizes special guests, etc...
Please contact ocepta@gmail.com for more information on any of these positions or to volunteer. Thank you - we couldn't do what we do without supportive people like you!
REMINDERs
Box Tops
Whether you are shopping in the store or ordering groceries to be delivered to your home during these uncertain times, you can still submit your receipt and earn Box Tops for OCE now and throughout the summer.
Just forward your email receipt to receipts@boxtops4education.com. You can also continue to scan your receipts using the Box Tops app on your phone. Make sure to assign a teacher to your account and earn rewards for your class!
No Fuss Fundraiser
You can continue to donate to the No Fuss Fundraiser!
Click here to donate with a credit card anytime this year. A link is also included at the bottom of this newsletter.
PLEASE NOTE, you will still be contacted about our other fundraisers, it will be your choice to participate.
100% of your donation goes to the OCE PTA.
CREW BIRTHDAYS - JUNE & JULY
6/1 - Rhonda Oliver
6/4 - Kimberly Bossman
6/4 - Megan Kachelmeyer
6/6 - Tuyetnga Levesque
6/9 - Hannah Dunklin
6/12 - Carolin Roberts
6/13 - Elizabeth Irene Hayes
6/19 - Katherine Bechard
6/22 - Brian Hermanson
6/30 - Carolyn Brockway
7/5 - Katy Trainor
7/11 - Kelly O'Hare
7/15 - Erin May
7/16 - Cynthia Seder
7/26 - Marcia Ferreira
7/28 - Chelsea Drob
7/28 - Kelly Rattinger
THANK YOU TO OUR 2019-20 PLATINUM LEVEL SPONSORS:
To submit to the Beacon, please email oce.communications@gmail.com
Olive Chapel Elementary PTA
Website: https://www.ocepta.com/
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