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Orchard Hill Elementary School - August 2017
Summer Greetings!
It's hard to believe that in a very short time school will be back in session. We look forward to welcoming back returning students and brand new students to Orchard Hill Elementary School! The school has been buzzing with excitement this summer as many referendum projects are completed. More information is included in this newsletter but you will be impressed when you come to visit our school. It looks amazing!
On Friday, 8/25, you will be able to access your child's placement for the school year through Parent Resources. We have worked diligently to place your child in the best possible setting. Please know that at this time we will not be able to accommodate any requests for classroom changes. Thank you for your understanding. Once in Parent Resources you will navigate to a welcome letter from your child's teacher.
Once again, the Montgomery Elementary School PTA co-presidents for the upcoming year are Mrs. Janice Huang and Mrs. Ashley Friedman. They have been working hard with their team of volunteers to plan special events for the year and encourage you to get involved. They will make sure we have many Welcome Week volunteers to assist the children in finding their way to classrooms during the first days of school and we are grateful for their help. Please visit the PTA link for more information on how you can get involved in our school.
We look forward to seeing you at our upcoming Open House events and Back-to-School Nights. It's going to be an fantastic year!
Warmest regards,
Mrs. Scotti, Principal
Mrs. Dudley, Assistant Principal
First Day Jitters?
Referendum News
- Brand new floors in both of our gyms
- Last of Kindergarten bathrooms renovated
- Staff bathrooms renovated in first grade wing
- West playground blacktop replaced
Upcoming Events
OPEN HOUSE
August 30, Grades 1 and 2 from 8:30 a.m. to 12 noon
Please park in the main lot under the solar panels. PTA will welcome you at the east front entrance of the building. We are excited to have you visit the school and find your child's classroom. Be sure to get your Passport to Learning before beginning your tour.
September 5, PreK, AM 1:00 - 1:30, PM 2:00 - 2:30
Please park in the main lot under the solar panels and walk the sidewalk in the front of the school to the west entrance of the building. PTA will welcome you at this entrance.
September 6, Kindergarten, AM 1:00 - 1:30, PM 2:00 - 2:30
Please park in the main lot under the solar panels and walk the sidewalk in the front of the school to the west entrance of the building. PTA will welcome you at this entrance. The PTA will also host a Play Date on the Playground after you visit your child's classroom. This is a perfect opportunity to meet other parents and for the children to explore the playground and make new friends.
SCHOOL PICTURE DAYS
Wednesday, October 4 and Thursday, October 5.
You will be notified by your child’s teacher when your child's class is scheduled.
Parent Pick-Up Procedures
Student safety is a number one priority at our school. If you are picking up your child at dismissal please follow the process as outlined below:
● Parent Pickup is on the EAST SIDE ONLY at 3:45 pm. For the safety of our students , adults picking up may be asked to produce identification at any time. We recommend carrying a photo ID at all times. Parents/Guardians should enter the East gym from the doors near the parking lot, sign out his/her child(ren) and then exit out the front door on the East wing.
● All students require a dated note with parent/guardian signature. If an adult who is not listed as an emergency contact in Genesis is to pick up the child(ren), then he/she must be named in the note and will be asked to produce identification upon pickup.
● Change in dismissal, after school activities, and parent pick up require a note from the parent or guardian. Please make sure to date all notes.
● If signing out a child after 3:00 pm you must park in the main parking lot. Do not park in 10 minute spots or fire lane lanes.
● If you need to make a change in your child’s dismissal plan during the day, please call the school at 609-466-7605 by 2:00 pm.
● If you send an email to your child’s teacher about a change in dismissal plans, it is important to still call the school at 609-466-7605 to inform the main office by 2:00 pm as teachers are unable to check email during instructional time.
Bus Safety
http://www.naesp.org/sites/default/files/RtP_BusSafety_1.pdf