In "Otter" News - Week #29
For the Week of 3/28 - 4/1
SMECO Math Challenge
The results are in.....
Our 4th Grade Math Challenge Team placed 2nd overall! Congratulations!
5th Grade Math Team
4th Grade Math Team
2021-2022 Yearbook Information
We would love your help collecting photos for our yearbook. Having our parents, teachers and staff contributing 5 to 10 of their favorite photos of school-related events is the best way to ensure that our students are well represented in the yearbook.
Here is the link to upload photos.
https://yearbooks.classic-photo.com/Oakville/home3/PhotoPost.jsp?ID=3UQ1WXZ5TI2Q
The Oakville Yearbook is now available to order.
The DEADLINE to order is Friday, April 22, 2022.
Please click here to order the yearbook.
For step-by-step instructions, click here.
We encourage you to purchase online, but if you prefer not to, please send payment with the below form filled out. Please contact Ms. Drake via email with any questions (jldrake@smcps.org).
PTA Honey Baked Ham Fundraiser
Order pick-up will be Wednesday, April 13, 2022, from 3-5 PM in the school parking lot.
SMCPS Virtual Academy Information
SMCPS Academy Applications
The full press release can be viewed by clicking the link below.
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Office hours are 8:45 am - 4:15 pm Monday - Friday
P.A.W.S. Matrix
Top Level Info - Need-To-See for the Week Ahead
Student Schedule for Next Week (3/28 - 4/1)
A Week
Monday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- PTA Spirit Night at Rita's in Charlotte Hall (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm)
Tuesday : 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- 3rd Grade Singing and Percussion Music Program (10:00 am and 2:30 pm)
Thursday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
Rita's Spirit Night - March 28th @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
3rd Grade Percussion/Singing Concert - March 30th
Click HERE to check out the SMORE from Ms. Drake for more information.
Lunch Menu March 2022
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Next Level Info - Upcoming Events
Reminder!
All SMCPS schools and offices will be closed on Friday, 4/15, and Monday, 4/18. While schools and offices remain open during the week of spring break (4/11 - 4/17), please call the school to make an appointment.
Night of the Arts - April 21st
Click below for the SMCPS Calendar for the 2021-2022 school year.
Student Pictures
Youth Art Month!
PTA Mathnasium Math Night!
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Update from the Front Office
Employment Opportunities within SMCPS
SMCPS has multiple positions available to support our students and staff, including full-time and part-time positions in various areas. Employment opportunities can be found on the SMCPS website: https://www.smcps.org/hr/employment-opportunities
The Abacus Corporation provides part-time/temporary positions to support SMCPS as well. Various positions are also available through the Abacus Corporation and can be found on their website: https://www.abacuscorporation.com/find-jobs
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Update from the PTA
Small Actions Add Up to Big Benefits for Our School Community
Please consider using the following methods to help the PTA support our school community. These little actions could add up to big benefits!
Link Your Harris Teeter VIP Card to the OES PTA
Use the OES PTA AmazonSmile Account When Shopping on Amazon
Turn in Your Coca-Cola Product Bottle Caps
Check Out the New Way to Redeem Your Boxtops for OES
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Update from the Nurse
Nurse Frangenberg
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 100.4 or higher
- Chills or shaking chills
- Muscle aches
- Sore throat
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Fatigue
- Congestion or runny nose
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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