The Olive Branch 9.27.24

What's Up At The Nest...

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Principal Message

Health Office Information

Important Dates

Principal Message

Good Afternoon, OMS Families,

While it feels like we have been in school for weeks, it has only been 21 days! This week our students focused on meeting hallway expectations so when we transition between classrooms we are not disruptive to those that are still working. Next week our focus will shift to bathroom expecations. Our bathroom motto is to be quick, quiet, and clean. We would appreciate if families would also review school bathroom expectations.

As the year kicks off, we schedule several routine safety practice drills to prepare for emergency situations. While no one wants to think about having an emergency at school, we want to make sure our students and staff are prepared. The goal is to make sure everyone knows what to do should an emergency arise. We encourage you to have continued conversations with your children about school and community safety. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.

Our first fire drill with the Arlington Heights Fire Department is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 1st.

As a reminder, there is NO SCHOOL on Thursday, October 3rd.

Enjoy the weekend,

Erin, Julia, and the OMS Staff

Health Office Information

We appreciate the families who have already submitted their child’s required health forms.

However, some submissions are still missing or contain incomplete information. As we approach the State of Illinois REQUIRED EXCLUSION date of October 15th, it is crucial that all necessary forms are provided to avoid any interruption in your child’s education.

Our school nurses have been reaching out to families who need to submit updated information, so please be attentive to any communication via voicemail, email, or backpack mail. For any questions or further assistance, please visit our D25 Health Services page for the school nurse contact information.

Physical/Immunization Record:

Required for all kindergarten and new students
The physical must be completed within a year of school start, dated on or after August 29, 2023
Parents must complete and sign the health history section
Immunizations Requirements must be met or include a MD approved schedule of administration
Failure to submit the form and have it reviewed by the School Nurse prior to the OCTOBER 15th deadline will result in your child being EXCLUDED from school

Vision Exam Form:

Required for all kindergarten and students new to the state of Illinois
The exam must be completed by a licensed eye doctor and dated on or after August 29, 2023
The official State of Illinois Eye Examination form is required
Due date of October 15, 2024