ORES Newsletter
March 15, 2024
Dear Oak Ridge R6 Families,
Spring parent-teacher conferences will occur the week of March 18th-21st. Teachers will reach out to schedule a time to meet with you. Contact the office if you have questions.
We will have fun, games, and experiments planned for students on April 8th in conjunction with the solar eclipse. If you do not want your child to participate in the solar eclipse activities, there is an opt out form linked below.
ALL STUDENTS WILL RECEIVE A FREE BREAKFAST DURING MAP TESTING THAT WILL OCCUR APRIL 22ND-MAY 3RD.
REMINDERS
CLASSROOM NEWSLETTERS
Classroom newsletters are included below so parents have access to classroom information.
ATTENDANCE EXPLANATION
By law, K-12 students must physically be at school in order for the school to count them as in attendance. So, when students are absent with a doctor's note/excuse, the district still must count the time they were out of the district as an absence. We do document that it is verified with a doctor's note or a parent contact so we know why they were absent versus being truant where they are missing school with no known reason. We still must count those hours absent however to be in compliance with the law. There is one exception to this; field trips. Students are counted present when they are on a district approved field trip even though they may not be on campus.
Perfect attendance is determined by a student actually, physically being present at school 100% of the time school is in session. Field trips do not count against perfect attendance. If students miss school for a doctor visit, even if it is "excused" by the doctor, we still have to count the student absent during that time and this absence will count against perfect attendance.
OFFICE COMMUNICATION
If your student is sick, on vacation, has a homework request, has an appt, is being picked up early or coming in late, needs a dismissal change, etc. Please contact the elementary office at 573-266-3232, option 1. Teachers do not always have time to check messages throughout the day. If you have questions about assignments/homework you may message the classroom teacher but they may not get back to you until the next day depending on when you reach out.
NURSE
Parents that need to visit the nurse or office need to drive around the front and sign in at the front office. Drop off medications for students in the original container. Do not send medication to school with students.
DOES YOUR FAMILY NEED HELP?
If you need help with resources or your family, please let me know. We have access to many resources to help families in need. Students learn best when their essential needs are being met. As always, contact me if you have any questions or concerns. We are here to help!
Enjoy a restful weekend with family and friends!
Sincerely,
Dr. Sonia Wood
Elementary Principal
573-266-3232
Grandparents' Movie Date
Thank you grandparents for spending the afternoon enjoying a movie and popcorn with us!
Spring Pictures
Book Fair Save The Date
If you DO NOT want your child to participate in solar eclipse activities, please return this form to your child's building office. One form for each child must be completed.
Early Childhood Fun!
Kindergarten Leprechaun Traps
1st Grade Math-Money
3rd Grade Guest Speaker
Guest speaker on Civil War artifacts and Lewis and Clark documents
Order Your 2024 Yearbook!
Student Spotlight
Lyra Johnson was recognized for her hard work and perseverance.
Staff Spotlight
FFA Fish Fry
Play Day Is Coming May 15th!
Free MDC Publications For Kids/Adults
Oak Ridge Weekly Community Soup Dinner
Iphone Safety Update
Parent Mobile Payments Update
Close The Gap Grant
Click The Bus Below To Watch A One Minute Safe Driving Around School Buses Video
March Breakfast And Lunch Menus
Annual Meal Fees
$1 Charity Hat Days For Students-1st Semester
March 28th
April 25th
Upcoming Elementary Events
March March 18-21-Parent Teacher Conferences by appointment
March 20-22-Book Fair
March 27-Spring Pictures
March 29-No school for staff or students
April 1-No school for staff or students
April 2-No school for students-staff professional development
April 24-3rd grade farm day
May 10-Book Fair
May 15-4th quarter celebration and Play Day
May 17-Kindergarten graduation at 10:00am
May 17-Last day of school-students dismiss at 12:30
May 17-HS Graduation
Upcoming Junior High Activities
3/18/24 JHVB vs Scott City 6pm
3/19/24 JHVB @ Meadow Heights 6pm
Upcoming High School Activities
3/19/24 FFA Area Contest @ Farmington HS
3/19/24 HSBb vs Meadow Heights 4:30pm
3/19/24 HSSB vs Meadow Heights 4:30pm
3/20/24 JHVB vs Jackson 6pm
3/21/24 HSSB vs Twin Rivers 4:30pm
3/22/24 HSSB @ Woodland 4:30pm
3/22/24 HSBb @ Woodland 4:30pm
3/25/24 HSSB @ Advance 4:30pm
3/25/24 HSBb @ Advance 4:30pm
3/26/24 FFA Horse Judging Contest @ Advance HS
3/27/24 HSSB vs Oran 4:30pm
3/27/24 HSBb vs Oran 4:30pm
3/28/24 HSBb @ Perryville 4:30pm
3/28/24 FFA Contest @ SEMO
Want To Join The Fun At ORES?
Here Are Opportunities For The Community To Get Involved.
School Activities Parents/Grandparents/Other Family Members Can Participate In
*Open House
*Title I Game Night
*Quarter Celebrations In Conjunction With Halloween Parade, Christmas Party, and Play Day
*Christmas Program
*Class Field Trips When Space Permits
*Spring Music Program
*Play Day
*Book Fairs
*Reading/Math Buddy-Help A Student With Reading/Math
*Sign Up To Read To A Class
*Veterans Day Assembly
*Kindergarten Graduation
*Adopt A Family At Christmas
*Grandparents’ Celebration Movie Date In Conjunction With 3rd Quarter Celebration In March
PTO Events Parents/Grandparents/Other Family Members Can Participate In- PTO always needs volunteers to please come and join the fun!
*Pastries With Parents
*Mother/Son Night
*Meet The School Board Candidates
*Family Fun Night
*Trunk Or Treat
*Father/Son Night
*Mother/Daughter Night
*Chili Cook Off
Alumni Events Parents/Grandparents/Other Family Members Can Participate In
*Daddy/Daughter Dance
Oak Ridge Booster Club
*Booster Club Golf Tournament