4K-4 September Newsletter

I hope this message finds you all in high spirits and feeling accomplished as we wrapped up our first initial days of school! We are definitely off to a GREAT start, and have witnessed so many achievements and incredible efforts by your children!!

To the amazing students at OES & OIS, let me begin by saying how proud we are of each and every one of you. From the moment you walked through the school doors, you brought enthusiasm and energy. Your smiles, positive attitudes, and willingness to adapt to new routines, new initiatives, new faces, new pathways and new expectations have truly set the tone for a successful year!

And, to the supportive and encouraging families, thank you for entrusting us with your child's education. We are excited to see you throughout the school year; however, you will be communicated with immensely through email messages, this newsletter and phone calls. Every month you will receive the 4K-4 Newsletter This monthly newsletter will be filled full of important information, event reminders and dates, Student of the Month winners, grade level information and so much more!! You are encouraged to read the newsletter every month as this is a great way to keep communication from school to home efficient and effective.

As always, please do not hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. Feedback and open communication are invaluable! From thoughts on school events, programs or initiatives parents would like to see added- feedback is what helps us grow and get better. Your child's success takes all of us working as a team.

Together, we will have an outstanding 2024-2025 school year!

With warmest regards,

Julie Bender

4K-4 Principal/Curriculum Coordinator

To ensure we have the most current information on your child, we ask that you complete the registration process in your Family Access account if you haven't done so already.

Forms can be filled out on multiple devices, however, laptops and desktop computers work best. Please make sure to maximize the browser window and click on “View Full Screen” in Family Access to ensure you see the entire form.

Online Registration is located in Family Access. Here is the link to the Skyward Family Access login page. You can also get to Family Access by navigating to the district website (www.osceola.k12.wi.us) and clicking on the Family Access login icon in the upper-right corner. If you do not remember your password, please click on Forgot your Login/Password? If you do not receive an email after clicking the link, please check your Spam folder.

• Pay $10 activity fee (separate check-- to Osceola School District; memo: OES or OIS Activity Fee)
• Lunch money (can be done online OR separate check-- to Osceola School District; memo: Lunch)
• Device Protection Plan Fee $35 ($105 cap/family) (separate check but can be combined for family total-- to Osceola School District; memo: DPP)

*The above fees go into separate accounts which is why it is important that they are separate checks and/or the correct change is provided.

• Picture Day Re-Takes- October 8th

Over the past several years, our Safe Routes to School program has conducted safety audits for the entire district. The elementary school did not meet all the necessary safety standards for arrival and dismissal.

To ensure the safety of all kids, we believe that it is necessary to implement a different system in our drop-off and pick-up procedures. Improving and modifying our past practices will enhance the safety measures for our students, families and staff.

We understand that changes can bring about challenges, and we truly appreciate your understanding as we work to ensure a safe and efficient system for all students and families. Your cooperation and support are invaluable in helping us make this transition as smooth as possible.

We are thrilled to announce that the results of your child's forward exam (SPRING) are finally here!! This marks yet another important milestone in their academic journey. Check your mailboxes this week!

Please take some time to celebrate their achievements, regardless of the results, as each child's progress is unique. We encourage you to discuss the outcomes with your child and provide them with support and encouragement.

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your child's performance, please do not hesitate to reach out.

As September is already here, it is important to take a moment and inform you about the upcoming interim (NWEA MAP) assessment your child will be taking this week.

WHY do we take these assessments? To help every student reach their highest potential, teachers need reliable information about what students know, where their learning gaps are, and whether they are behind or ahead of their peers. The right assessment makes it possible for teachers to offer better, more targeted instruction.

Interim assessments are a valuable tool that allows us to gauge our students’ progress and identify areas where additional support may be needed. These assessments are administered periodically throughout the school year (fall, winter & spring) to ensure that we are on track in delivering a high quality education for your child.

We understand that assessments may sometimes bring mixed feelings about stress, anxiety and most often unease. But, please rest assured that the purpose is solely to guide our teaching methods and offer us a chance to address any learning gaps. The NWEA MAP assessment serves as a snapshot of your child’s academic development and helps us tailor our instruction according to everyone’s unique needs.

For additional information, please see the Family Guide below.

A Family Guide to MAP Growth

Our teachers and staff are here to assist in any way possible. So please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any concerns or questions regarding your child’s interim assessments or overall progress.

Osceola youth basketball is available to all boys and girls entering 3-8 grade for the upcoming school year. The focus of the program is to provide skill development and basketball knowledge in a team oriented environment.

Again this season we will be utilizing online registration and payment. If your child is interested
in participating, please visit: https://www.osceolabasketball.com to complete the registration process.

Registration Deadline: Thursday, September 12th, 2024

The purpose of this handbook is to ensure students and parent(s)/guardian(s) understand and are willing to abide by our district and school policies, procedures and protocols thus allowing us to facilitate our mission of high levels of academic achievement and social emotional development for ALL students.

Click HERE or below to access the 2024-2025 handbook.

Check out the School Nutrition tab on the website for: Menus, a la carte pricing , free/ reduced meal

applications & forms, negative lunch account management policy, and more!

FREE-REDUCED MEAL APPLICATIONS- Eligibility for free and reduced price meals is based on Federal income eligibility guidelines or participation in other programs including Food Share, W-2 Cash Benefits, Food Distribution on Indian Reservations, and some Medicaid programs. Applications can be filled out anytime during the school year but you are encouraged to apply for free or reduced price meal benefits before the start of the school year. Applications are available through the School Nutrition tab on the website, or a paper copy can be picked up in any school office.

Annual Meeting & Budget Hearing

High School Large Group Instruction Room

Monday, September 16, 2024

7:00 P.M.

Committee Meeting

Osceola District Office Conference Room

Wednesday, September 25, 2024,

5:00 P.M.

Osceola District Office Conference Room

Wednesday, September 25, 2024

6:30 P.M.