
In "Otter" News
For Week #12 - 11/7 -11/11 - B Week
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Good Evening Otter Families!
Thank you to all active duty and retired service men and women within our Oakville Community. We appreciate our Veterans and thank you for your service!
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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4th Grade Otters' Music Performance - Veteran's Day
Showing Service - Otters Help to Set Up Cafeteria for Performance
The office will be open Monday - Friday from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm.
UPDATES FROM THE FRONT OFFICE
How to Order!
Hello Otter Famililies,
Coming home to you soon will be your child's custom catalog for the Square 1 Art fundraiser. Get a head start, and start ordering keepsakes and gifts featuring your child's art online NOW, if you like! square1art.com/shop
Simply search for your child's art using Art Search, and enter state, school name, and your student's name. Your student's art and code will appear, and you may order!
Order by: 11/30/2022
Upload additional art if you like, using Art Upload!
If you have questions, or need anything at all, contact customer care online .
Thank you for supporting our school!
Chris Labows
Square 1 Art fundraiser coordinator
Oakville Elementary
Upcoming Music Performances
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 (11/7--11/11)
Sunday - FALL BACK - Daylight Savings Time Ends!
Monday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- Dr. Smith and the Student Member of the BOE will visit to speak with 5th-grade students
- PTA Honey Baked Ham Sales continue
Tuesday: Election Day - NO SCHOOL for Students and 10/11 Month Employees
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- ES ACH Chorus All Day Rehearsal
- Report Card Distribution - Report cards are available through HAC after 5:00 pm; narrative comments will be sent via email to parents directly from teachers
- PTA Honey Baked Ham Sales continue
Thursday: 9:00 am - 3:45 pm
- PTA Honey Baked Ham Sales continue
Friday: Veteran's Day - ALL SMCPS SCHOOLS AND OFFICES ARE CLOSED
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Next Level Info - Upcoming Events
SAVE THE DATES!
Tuesday, November 15th - Picture Retakes
Friday, November 18th
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
Message About the Flu from Nurse Pratz
Dear Otter Families,
Flu season is here already! Here are signs and symptoms to look for:
- Fever (>100)
- Cough
- Sore Throat
- Fatigue or Tiredness
- Chills
- Body Aches
- Stuffy or Runny Nose
- Headache
If your child exhibits any of these symptoms, keep your child home and see the doctor. Please send an absence note through our home page. Please be sure to communicate with me about the symptoms your child is displaying.
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
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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
We are looking forward to a great school year!
President: Stefanie Wines, oakville.pta@gmail.com
Treasurer: Beth Hill
Secretary: Kim Sterbenz
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