Orchard Hill Friday Update
Friday, March 22nd, 2024
From Mr. Tortora
What an awesome week here at Orchard Hill! Spring finally came (although we're still waiting for the spring weather to follow suit), we had a great visit from author Sarah Weeks, and celebrated World Down Syndrome Day. Now that winter has officially ended, you may be getting ready to put away that winter gear, but I encourage you to first check to see if you child actually has their winter clothing because our LOST AND FOUND bins are packed. Our bins abound with jackets, hats, mittens, boots, and much more!! Please feel free to come in and go through our bins (check in at the office first) which are located in the cafeteria. Lost and Found items will also be out on tables in the hallway during the week of our PTO Book Fair - April 1st - April 5th.
Have a nice weekend!
Mike
Upcoming Events📢
Monday, March 25th
I wish all of our students and families a joyous, vibrant, and colorful Holi!
Orchard Hill will be partnering with The Pajama Program, a national program that works with local community groups to help children facing adversities—including low family income, housing insecurity, and family instability—have the tools they need for better bedtimes.
Please consider donating a pair NEW pajamas on March 25, 2024.
As a show of support and spirit…you can wear your pajamas too!!
Since 2001, Pajama Program has delivered over 7.5 million Good Nights for Good Days.
To learn more, visit www.pajamaprogram.org
Session 3 - STEM After-School Clubs - 3:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.
World Down Syndrome Day - Posters due March 25th
From the PTO - Book Fair!!
Our Spring Book fair is April 1 -5. Your student will have the opportunity to shop during school hours, and we welcome families during our evening hours Wednesday & Thursday.
Check out the book fair schedule and the evening events! Can't wait to see you there!
Visit our Scholastic homepage and browse the catalog https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/orchardhillelementaryschool3
**Shopping Tip - Set up an eWallet for your student, and that with family and friends to support your students wish list***
Book Fair Volunteers Still Needed!!
The book fair is still looking for volunteers for set-up and times during the classroom visits. We hope we can keep the fair open for all of our classes!
Please consider signing up for a time slot.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0F4CA4AD29A3FA7-48270350-spring
Questions? Email Laura Hills, LEBURRILL@gmail.com
LOST AND FOUND
Our Lost and Found Bins are getting full!!
There are winter jackets, sweatshirts, boots, gloves, hats, mittens, and much more! Please feel free to come in and go through our bins (check in at the office first) which are located in the cafeteria. Lost and Found items will also be out on tables in the hallway during the week of our PTO Book Fair - April 1st - April 5th.
Family Math Night
Employment Opportunities
The South Windsor Public Schools has openings for caring, responsible, and reliable individuals to substitute in all of our schools. We need your help to find individuals interested in working in our amazing district with wonderful students and staff, while having a flexible schedule and earning $125 per day. Prior experience working with school-aged children or a bachelor’s degree is required. Our substitutes are an essential part of our schools. Please share with your friends, neighbors, and relatives who may be looking for a flexible job opportunity, enjoy community involvement, or are interested in gaining experience working in the field of education.
For more information, please contact any of our school administrators or visit our website to apply for about these important positions: https://www.applitrack.com/southwindsor/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Substitute
2024-2025 School Calendar
Preschool Outreach Program - POP
The Preschool Outreach Program (POP) is currently accepting applications for the 2024-2025 school year. Please submit your application (see link below) at your earliest convenience as the role model screenings are occurring. More details regarding a date and times for screenings will be sent to you from the POP staff once they receive your application.
Attendance
Need to report an absence for your child?
Attendance reporting will now be done in your PowerSchool Parent Portal account under Attendance Monitor. Detailed instructions will be posted on our school website.