In "Otter" News
For Week #7 - 10/3 -10/7 - A Week
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Good Evening Otter Families!
If you are in need of free or reduced meal status and have not completed the meal application form, you are strongly encouraged to do so ASAP! Please be advised that there are a lot of additional benefits to submitting a meal application form. These perks include waivers on college applications, dual-enrollment courses with the College of Southern Maryland, and discounted fees to participate in St. Mary’s County Parks and Rec programs. Families can request more information by contacting SMCPS' Food and Nutrition Services Office at 301.475.4256, Option 5, or via email at foodservice@smcps.org. Approved meal benefits for the last school year will expire on this Thursday, 10/6.
Finally, please complete the Acceptable Use Policy if you have not done so already. TODAY IS THE LAST DAY!
Acceptable Use Policy: Families must complete the Acceptable Use Policy for SY 22-23. The links are below. Please note: the links below will be used up until September 30.
Students MUST have the form on file to use Google Apps for Education and for Schoology.
Elementary Link: https://bit.ly/22022-2023_Elementary_AUPForm
Secondary Link: https://bit.ly/2022-2023_Secondary_AUPForm
Reminder: All In "Otter" News editions can be found on the OES Schoology page under resources.
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
Seeking Tennis Balls
CHECK YOUR MYSCHOOLBUCKS ACCOUNT
Parents of children with charge balances approaching the threshold ($25.00) will be contacted by the school counselor, Mrs. Curtis. If a student reaches the threshold for charging meals, they will be provided with an alternate meal.
MEAL MENUS
Top Level Info - Need-To-See for the Week Ahead
STUDENT SCHEDULE FOR NEXT WEEK (10/3 -10/7)
Monday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- PTA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
- Building Service Worker Appreciation Day - THANK YOU to Mr. Brooks, Mr. Somerville, and Ms. Lee!
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- PTA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- Fall Picture Day!
- PTA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
Thursday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- PTA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
Friday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- PTA Charleston Wrap Fundraiser
- 2nd and 5th Grade Environmental Field Trip - Day #1
PTA Fundraiser
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Next Level Info - Upcoming Events
SAVE THE DATES!
PTA Spirit Night at Ledo's - 10/10
PTA Spirit Night at Chipotle - 10/12
School Store
Red Ribbon Week
Click below for the SMCPS Calendar for the 2022-2023 school year.
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COUNSELOR'S CORNER
Passcode: 544012
Passcode: 726440
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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