OCEAN Newsletter

Here are the new announcements in this newsletter:

• Middle School Filed Trip June 3 - Permission Slip needed
• ASB OCEAN Shirts for Sale
• BRAVO Team Boats Class Trip a Success
  
• No School - May 24 and May 27
  
• High School Camping Trip - Info Session May 28
  
• High School Student of the Week

OCEAN Middle School Families,

Remember that on Monday June 3rd we have a field experience day - meaning we will meet at Fort Worden Port Townsend Marine Science Center Museum at 8:30 AM.

This is for all 6th, 7th, and 8th graders. Please fill out this form and return it to Daniel or Koyuki by May 29th (Wednesday)!

The OCEAN ASB is selling t-shirts and hoodies with a design by student William DeJarnatt. Orders due in the OCEAN office by 10am May 28, 2024. Use the attached form or stop by the office for a form.

Read about the Boat Class journey: https://nwmaritime.org/all/bravo-teams-five-day-island-adventure/

Currently, the trip is full, but if you would like to join we can add you to the waitlist. Email MB or Koyuki: marmstrong@ptschools.org and kfritchman@ptschools.org

Registered students will have a required info session on Tuesday May 28th from 2:00 PM in MB’s classroom here at OCEAN - Room 803. Please arrive on time and be ready to learn more about the trip coming up. We will need a firm commitment on joining the trip by May 29th with paperwork completed and turned in.

There is no school May 24 and May 27 for the Memorial Day holiday. School offices will be closed.

Jack Checkwood-Brazeal is the OCEAN Student of the week. Jack is a hard working student who gets along with everyone. When students had the opportunity to choose books to read for the semester, he compiled a long list of classics he wanted to tackle. When given an open-ended world history project, he decided to trace the roots of several genres of music from around the world. He is kind to everyone, and his sense of humor is much appreciated by all, students and teachers alike. Jack's sharp wit and curiosity about the world are true assets to our OCEAN learning community.

June 18th - OCEAN End of Year Celebration - Fort Worden Beach Shelter 5:30pm

June 21st - Last Day of in person classes

June 24th-27th - End of Year Conferences

See what has been happening at OCEAN.

CedarRoot's highly trained staff offer unforgettable experiences where kids utilize wilderness skills to connect with self, peers and nature.

15% Discount code for OCEAN Students: SA L S U M 1 5

Junior Camps
Ages 5-8
Fairy Adventures June 24-27
Hunter-Gatherer Camp July 1-3
Scout Camp July 8-12
Adventure Camp July 15-19 *TWO SPACES REMAINING*
Intro to Wilderness Skills (session 1) July 22-26
Rivers & Tides (session 1) July 29-Aug 2 *ONE SPACE REMAINING*
Intro to Wilderness Skills (session 2) Aug 5-9
Forest Gymnastics August 12-16
Rivers & Tides (session 2) Aug 19-23 *RECENTLY ADDED!*

Youth Camps
Ages 8-14
Hunter-Gatherer and Outdoor Cooking Camp July 1-4
Scout Camp (session 1) July 8-12 *TWO SPACES REMAINING*
Adventure Camp July 15-19 *THREE SPACES REMAINING*
Projectile Camp (session 1) July 22-26
Scout Camp (session 2) July 31-Aug 4 *JUST ADDED*
Projectile Camp (session 2) Aug 5-9
Tracking the Wild Aug 12-16
Nature Art Camp Aug 19-23

The district does not sponsor this event/information and the district assumes no responsibility for it. In consideration of the privilege to distribute materials, the Port Townsend School District will be held harmless from any cause of action filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials, including costs, attorney’s fees and judgments or awards.

The bike bus is up and running, and we are getting kids safely to and from school! We’ve had a few families that are super interested but to get the best out of this program, we really do want to have as many riders out there as possible. Spread the good word!

New route(s)

After a couple run-throughs, we have decided on a new route for pickup and dropoff. We’ve added a new stop (SWAN School), and we’ve shortened the ride to remove some of the more difficult sections. The dropoff route now starts at Salish Coast - the dropoff route is no longer the reverse of the pickup route. This change will take effect on the next ride (5/22).

Live Location Tracking - Never miss the bike bus again: we have added live location tracking! Parents can now see exactly where we are as we proceed along the route. Join the PT Bike Bus Whatsapp group to see where we are! We will also use this platform for making emergency announcements, for things like cancellations due to extreme weather.

Participation Bonus - Any student who goes from school to The ReCyclery will now earn $5 in used parts credit. We’ll also be giving out snacks, stickers, tools, and other cool surprises.

We’ve been having a blast so far this year, and we look forward to rounding out the year with more and more students.

We will be showing Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe. Kyle's room on June 13th at 5pm. There will be free pizza and any OCEAN students who are 13+ are welcome. Thanks!

• May 24 and 27 - No School
• May 30 - K-5 Beach Field Trip
• June 3 - Middle School Beach Field Trip
• June 4-6 - High School Coast Trip
• June 7 - OCEAN retreat No Classes
• June 9-11 - Bike Team Trip
• June 13 - Senior Celebration
• June 13 - Kaleidoscope Club Movie Night

View the OCEAN Calendar Online

Email: srubenstein@ptschools.org
Website: https://ocean.ptschools.org/
Location: 3939 San Juan Ave, Port Townsend, WA, USA
Phone: 360-680-5750
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