Overlook Grizzly Tracks
May 1, 2024
Message from Mr. Ryder
Dear Overlook Elementary Families,
We are excited to announce that the 1st Day School Supply list is now available for the upcoming 2024-25 school year. Get ahead and shop early to ensure your child is prepared for the start of school.
For this month of May, we are introducing the students to our Character Strong theme of Creativity. We are focusing on fostering creativity and innovation among our students.
As we near the end of the school year, please mark your calendars for important dates to remember below. Stay tuned for details on our end-of-year events, including the field trips, field day, 4th grade recognition and preschool ceremonies. As a special treat, our 3rd and 4th grades will be having a foam party as a "best effort" reward during state testing!
Let's make the remaining days of this school year memorable for our students!
Sincerely,
Mr. Ryder
Principal, Overlook Elementary
Students enjoying pancakes as part of a PBIS reward
4th graders enjoying breakfast before testing
2nd graders weeding the butterfly garden
1st Day School Supply
Parents, it's time to buy your 1st Day School Supplies. I know it seems early, but before you know it, summer will be here. It's important you order your supplies before it's too late or supplies run out. Start the school year with the exact supplies your teacher requested, and give your child the confidence they need to conquer next year! Get them today before it's too late! Order now .
May Character Strong Trait: Creativity
Ms. Lavin's 2nd Grade Math Learners
March's Cooperation Rock Stars!
4th Grade Was Ready to Rock Their OST Tests!
Lunch Accounts
In your last newsletter of the year for parents, would you please include a statement that involves paying their lunch account fees? I'm still seeing some pretty high balances on accounts.
Frontline Mobile App
With the Frontline ProgressBook Parent and Student mobile app, students and their families can track grades, view homework assignments, monitor attendance, and more. For information on how to use the app, watch the video below and read the attached flyer.
Be Kind Wadsworth Spirit Wear
Be Kind Wadsworth has opened a spring spirit wear store!
The store will be open through May 12th.
If you are interested in purchasing items, please use the link below.
Dates to Remember:
May:
- 1st - 4th grade to McKinley Museum field trip
- 2nd - 1st grade to Akron Children's Museum field trip
- 3rd - 4th grade to WHS spring band concert
- 3rd - PTO Overlook Night at the RubberDucks 7:05 p.m.
- 6th - PTO Flower Sale Pick Up
- 7th - Medina Country Special Olympics
- 9th - 3rd grade history of Wadsworth field trip
- 14th - PTO Meeting OV Library 6:30 p.m.
- 15th - 3rd grade City Hall and Fire Station field trip
- 17th - 4th grade CIS visit
- 20th - 3rd and 4th grade Foam Party Testing Reward! 2 p.m.
- 23rd - 3rd grade end of year picnic at Durling Park
- 23rd - PreSchool Graduation 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.
- 24th - K-4 Yes Day Carnival (during school)
- 28th - Overlook Field Day
- 30th - 4th Grade Class Recognition 2:00 in the gym - Parents are welcome to attend
- 30th - 4th grade Luau 6-8 p.m. Overlook Cafeteria
- 31st - 4th grade Clap Out 3:00 p.m. Parents Welcome to attend
- 31st - Last Day of School-End of 3rd Trimester
PTO NEWS
Overlook Day at Canal Park
Friday, May 3, 2024, 07:00 PM
Canal Park, South Main Street, Akron, OH, USA
Counselor's Corner with Mrs. Laino
Classroom Guidance Lessons
In April, the lessons for Kindergarten through 2nd grade students and 3rd to 4th graders varied due to state testing.
For Kindergarteners to 2nd graders, classroom guidance sessions focused on topics related to courage and managing emotions/self-control.
On the other hand, 3rd graders participated in activities aimed at reducing anxiety and stress related to tests, were given helpful strategies, and talked about handling peer pressure and inclusion of others.
4th graders had a similar emphasis on managing test-related stress with additional content covering coping mechanisms.
2023-2024 End-of-Year Comprehensive School Counseling Program Assessment
Please consider completing our K-4 Elementary Counselor Program Assessment. This is a survey completed by parents/families to offer a data-informed direction for a comprehensive school counseling program. This assessment will assist in identifying student needs, informing curriculum development to address those needs, and pinpointing high-needs areas. The data from a needs assessment assists in determining why students may be struggling to succeed, some of the barriers they face, and the student's strengths.
Please note that your information is confidential, if you have a specific concern or need please contact your student's school counselor.
2023-2024 End-of-Year Comprehensive School Counseling Program Assessment
Summer Camps
Please click below for some local Summer Camps. Please note, that these camps are not affiliated with Wadsworth City Schools.
Visitors and Volunteers
- Visitors will be invited to the building for special events.
- Visitors are not permitted to join students for lunch.
- If you are coming to the building to volunteer you must sign this form: Volunteer Release Form. There will be hard copies at the building if needed.
- Tier 1 Volunteer: No unsupervised interaction with students. No board approval or background check required.
- Tier 2 Volunteer: Unsupervised interaction with students. Board Approval and Background Check (BCI & and FBI) required. Please contact Mrs. Jira for more information.
Community Resources
Free Triple P Parenting Classes
These classes are online and can be completed at your own pace! Click the picture to be taken directly to the registration page.
Summer Camps
These camps are not affiliated with Wadsworth City Schools.
Social Media
Overlook PTO:
Instagram-overlookpto
Facebook- Overlook PTO: Wadsworth, OH
Mr. Ryder:
Instagram: ovprincipal
Mrs. Laino:
Instagram: ovcounselorscorner