In "Otter" News
For Week #10 - 10/24 -10/28 - B Week
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Good Evening Otter Families!
We are hoping to see a bunch of you at the Fall Festival tomorrow, Saturday, October 22nd from 2:00 - 4:00 pm. See below for more information!
PLEASE DON"T FORGET TO COMPLETE YOUR IMPACT AID FORM!! Our schools are heavily impacted by federally-connected students – those parents/guardians who work on federal property in Maryland, live on federal property in Maryland, and/or are active duty military personnel. Because of this impact, we receive federal grant funds to operate and maintain our schools and enrich school programs. To receive these funds, the U.S. Department of Education (USDE) requires us to survey each student to determine eligibility.
SMCPS is encouraging all parents/guardians to please take the time to access and complete the Impact Aid Survey Form online, located in the Home Access Center (HAC). Once logged in, directions to access the online form can be found HERE. A video with instructions is available HERE. The form can now be accessed in Spanish by clicking on the Globe in the top right-hand corner once the form has been started. The deadline for the online submission of Impact Aid Program Survey forms is November 14, 2022.
Otterly Yours,
Mrs. Anderson (My email remains the same for now, lpdietz@smcps.org)
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The office will be open Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
UPDATES FROM THE FRONT OFFICE
Square One Art
Seeking Substitutes
If you know a substitute, please consider encouraging them to watch for jobs at OES!
Upcoming Music Performances
- November 4th at 10:00 am and 2:30 pm
Thanksgiving Performance (Kindergarten and First Grade)
- November 14th at 10:00 am and 2:30 pm
MEAL MENUS
Top Level Info - Need-To-See for the Week Ahead
STUDENT SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEK (10/24--10/28)
Monday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- MAEF Mobile Science Lab on site (see below for schedule)
- Red Ribbon Week (see schedule below)
- Book Fair
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- MAEF Mobile Science Lab on site (see below for schedule)
- Red Ribbon Week (see schedule below)
- Book Fair
- Farm to School Cookout during lunches (information below)
- Orders for PTA Holiday Puzzles due
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- MAEF Mobile Science Lab on site (see below for schedule)
- Red Ribbon Week (see schedule below)
- Book Fair
Thursday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- MAEF Mobile Science Lab on site (see below for schedule)
- Red Ribbon Week (see schedule below)
- Book Fair
Friday: 9:00 am - 1:45 pm
- 2-hour Early Dismissal Day - Professional Responsibilities - No School for Head Start and PreK Students
- MAEF Mobile Science Lab on site (see below for schedule)
- Red Ribbon Week (see schedule below)
- Book Fair open for students during the school day
Mobile Science Lab Schedule
Farm to School Cookout Information
During the weeks of October 17th and 24th, the Maryland Agriculture Education Foundation
will be visiting Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School and Oakville Elementary School. During
these visits, funded by the St. Mary’s County Farm Bureau, students will gain important
agriculture education that ties into their science curriculum. During these weeks, local farmer
Mr. Earl Lumpkins of Part Green Hill Farms has provided ground beef burgers raised in
Leonardtown, Maryland, which will be grilled by volunteers from the St. Mary’s County Fair
Board and the Maryland Agriculture Education Foundation and served to students.
Book Fair!
Red Ribbon Week
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Next Level Info - Upcoming Events
SAVE THE DATES!
Winter Break Puzzle Challenge
ORDERS ARE DUE BY 10/25! The order form is linked below. Students will also bring a hardcopy home with them from school.
PTA Spirit Night - MOD Pizza
Yearbook Cover Contest
Entries are due by 11/28/22. Click the document below for more information!
School Store
Click below for the SMCPS Calendar for the 2022-2023 school year.
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COUNSELOR'S CORNER
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UPDATES FROM THE SCHOOL NURSE
Welcome Back!
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 100.0 or higher
- Chills or shaking chills
- Muscle aches
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Congestion or runny nose
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UPDATES FROM THE PTA
Theme
"Community"
Simple Ways to Contribute
- Amazon Smile - https://smile.amazon.com/ch/23-7077075
- Harris Teeter VIC Card - As of August 1st, your VIC card can be linked to Oakville Elementary School
- Spirit Nights at local businesses - More information will be shared as they are scheduled.
- Bring or send in Coke product bottle caps and Box Tops
- Help out our Otter Community by starting the year with coffee/ tea (and other k-cups) for staff as well as any extra school supplies for a student in need by dropping off the items on August 22nd at Open House
Be on the lookout for opportunities to sign up to join the PTA at Open House and our first Spirit Night of the year at Sweet Frog!
We are looking forward to a great school year!
President: Stefanie Wines, oakville.pta@gmail.com
Treasurer: Beth Johnson Hill
Secretary: Kim Burroughs
Volunteer Coordinator: Megan Russell
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One community committed to the learning and safety of all children.
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