Please help us get there and make sure to complete a form for your children attending SPPS Online School! OES is only a few applications away from 100% completion!

It is critical that all families complete an Application for Education Benefits each school year. These applications determine how much funding your child’s school receives for educational programs and supports. Additionally, eligible families can qualify for other benefits. Paper applications are available at school or can be completed online at schoolcafe.com/spps.

Dear OES Parents,

It's time to stop and take a break from school and all of its responsibilities. We understand the value of education and everything related to learning and achievement, but we also understand how crucial it is to spend time with family and friends.

This upcoming holiday holds significant importance for students and their parents, serving as a vital opportunity for reflection, gratitude, and family bonding. For students, this holiday fosters a sense of appreciation for the support and sacrifices made by their parents and caregivers throughout the year. It encourages them to take a moment to acknowledge their achievements and the people who have helped them along the way. For parents, this holiday is a chance to reconnect with their children, reinforcing family values and traditions that strengthen their relationships. This shared time allows families to create lasting memories, engage in meaningful conversations, and cultivate a spirit of gratitude that can enhance emotional well-being and resilience in both students and parents alike. Ultimately, this holiday acts as a reminder of the importance of community, love, and support in navigating the challenges of academic life.

Let's make sure we put our attention on connecting with each family member and show them how vital they are to us all. When we stand together, we are more powerful. Enjoy this lovely short break with your loved ones.

Sincerely,

John Osorio

Assistant Principal

651-744-6368 / john.osorio@spps.org

SPPS Online offers a unique opportunity for students, parents, and the school to engage in their child's education. Google Meets focus on teaching and learning, maintaining consistency with traditional classrooms. Distraction-free learning environments are essential. Issues can be addressed in Google Meets, but not during live classroom sessions. Parents can arrange private discussions with teachers, but these must be done outside instructional time to maintain the online learning environment.

Please access and get familiar with this protocol. Your understanding and cooperation are highly appreciated. This protocol is available in three languages (English, Hmong, and Spanish).

Links to the Protocol for Managing Classroom Interruptions During Online Instruction:

• English

• Hmong

• Spanish

The 5th grade leadership team is hosting a gratitude challenge in SeeSaw. Students have the option of submitting a video stating what they are grateful for. Once videos have been submitted, we will make a school wide video. The activity will be live in SeeSaw on November 25.

The 5th grade leadership team created a spirit week for this week. The dress up days were uniquely crafted and chosen by the 5th graders. See below for themes.

It is important for your child to show up to class on time everyday. If your child will be absent from class please contact Belinda Vang via phone or email at your earliest convenience.

Attendance Line: 651-774-4707

Attendance Email: oes.attendance@spps.org

How to report an absence:

• Student Name

• Parent Name

• Student # or DOB

• Date(s) of Absence

• Reason for being absent

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Our Kindergarten newsletter shares our theme, the lessons and goals we have throughout the theme, and important dates. It also has links to the Big Skills Document, where you can see exactly what your child should have mastered at this time and a link to our Kindergarten Weekly Photo Drops. Please reach out with any questions, comments or concerns to 651-447-8866.

Check out our First Grade Newsletter here. There is new information on this link weekly!

Click here for the Second Grade Running Newsletter. There is new information on this link weekly!

Welcome to 3rd grade! I will be the substitute teacher while Ms. Moua is out. I look forward to learning with your students! You can email me at: lkoelfgen-faust.toc@spps.org

4th grade has just begun two new units! In math, we began our division unit, and students are learning to use compatible numbers and Distributive Property to divide large numbers. In writing, students are working on Informative writing on Native American topics. Our new read aloud is James and The Giant Peach! No spoilers, please! Lastly, we began working on cursive writing, and I strongly encourage your student to practice using the resources in Seesaw or youtube videos and draw by hand in order to develop fine motor memory.

Collaborative student groups provide students with opportunities to practice their academic vocabulary, problem solving and cooperation skills. 4th grade has improved tremendously at these skills since September, and I am so proud of them!

Please contact me any time:

612-314-9961

michelle.smith2@stpaul.k12.mn.us

Hello 5th grade families!

In math we are studying volume. Next week, Tuesday, November 26th we will be using popcorn, tape or staples, and 4 pieces of paper for this activity. If possible, please make sure students have access to these materials for next Tuesday.

We will be taking a closer look at the Indigenous retelling of Thanksgiving next week as well. In writing, students are working on procedural writing. They are telling us the directions on how to do something they are an expert at. Ask them what they are working on!

Please continue to reach out with questions or concerns.

Ms. E

jackelyn.doyle@spps.org

‪(651) 456-8606‬

In Innovations 1st Grade used Skillsville, this is a website to build and practice executive functioning skills such as memory, organization and many skills that help to be successful as an online learner. 1st graders learned about sound effect artists and created a song to help with routine.

4th Grade studied Native American Heritage in the sky through reading MN Author’s Thomas D. Peacock’s The Forever Sky. Students created their own night skies.

If you have any question please contact Kelly Jenson.

Kelly.Jenson@spps.org

(651) 764-8082‬

Welcome to week 12, rotation 4 of Art.

Kindergarten Artists read the story, Still This Love Goes On, by Buffy Sainte-Marie. It is a love letter to family, home and Indigenous traditions. We talked about the people we love and who love us. Students created heart art to represent all the love they have for themselves and their families.

The third grade artists learned about Comic Strips and we looked at the work of Mark Mindt, member of the Spirit Lake Nation. As a child he never felt like there were any comic superheroes that looked like him so as an adult he decided to create his own Native American Superhero named, Koda, which means friend. Koda battles a character named Negativity as a way to bring positivity to all. Looking at our own stories and our own families and cultures we created original comic strips based on our lives.

Ms. Haug

jenna.haug@stpaul.k12.mn.us

612-568-5355

This week in PE the Kindergarteners and 3rd graders have been doing different exercises and movements in fun ways! I will have them again this upcoming week where we will continue working on improving our fitness levels (muscular endurance/strength, cardiovascular endurance, and flexibility). The hope is to get the students as much activity as possible during the times that we have them. We are also learning skills and movement patterns to improve coordination, and balance. Feel free to join in on the exercises with us to get a workout also!

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact me at 651-603-4652 or shaw.wiczek@stpaul.k12.mn.us

Check out what we are doing in Science in this Newsletter

Check out our Science video here: Science Presentation

Contact me:

Dr. Magalenn Cotton

magalenn.cotton@spps.org

612-615-2145

Ms. Claudia Perez Inzunza (Ms. P.I) and Ms. Sherri Silva work with all English Language Learners in OES Kinder- 5th grade. If you or your child needs support, please contact them via email, calls or text at claudia.perezinzunza@spps.org 651-419-6605

sherri.silva@spps.org 651-252-4470

The OLS MLL Team is continuing to administer the Spanish Language Proficiency evaluation: STAMPS to LCD eligible Spanish speaking students at OES in person at Como Park Elementary School.

2024-2025 Zoo Siab Xyoo Tshiab Celebration

Come help celebrate 44 years of Hmong in Minnesota at the annual Hmong New Year Celebration located at the River Center, November 30-December 1. For more information, please see their website here. This is not a SPPS sponsored event.

Hello families! A reminder that special education services with Ms. Deacon are provided in the morning (before lunch) - having your child on time and present is the best way to maximize resource room services. Ms. L. also provides support throughout the afternoon, with homework support from 2 - 3 using the same code as services. Progress reports on IEPs will be shared in November around conference time. brooke.deacon@spps.org

Click here for the class newsletter for November: Zallaps' New Class Newsletter

Hello everyone! I’m Ms. Steph and I support families that work with Ms. Zallaps and Ms. Deacon. Please call, text or email me with any questions: stephanie.abbas@spps.org or ‪(612) 548-1841‬

Reading groups are in full swing! If your 3rd - 5th grader has a reading group with me, please help them attend daily.

My contact information is: molly.brown@spps.org or 612-568-4212 (call or text).

Please contact Kim Stout for support around family, community, or school stressors. kim.stout@spps.org or (651)401-5595

I'm Maki Love, the school counselor. For the next few weeks in our classroom counseling lessons, students will be learning about community and skills to help them be successful learners in school.

Have a question or need support?

Email: maki.love@spps.org

Google Voice Text or Call: 612-405-8056

I’m Ms.McConnell, I’m the Navigational Intervention Specialist in the Online Elementary school. Check out my newsletter here.

If you have needs, and may not be sure where to go, contact me at 6126994177 or at Kiowona.mcconnell@stpaul.k12.mn.us.

I’m Ms. Shanaz, the onboarding specialist. If you have questions, please call or text me at (612)568-6624.

Proper handwashing is so important to prevent the spread of germs. Regular soap is just as effective at killing germs as antibacterial soap. Here is a link to the poster below: When Should I Wash My Hands

Please contact Contact Nurse Jenny if you want more information on pertussis or any other health related topic at 651-419-1219 or Jennifer.martineau@spps.org.

Visit the Neighborhood House for winter gear for children and adults. Monday - Friday, Starting October 28th, 9:30-12pm & 1- 3:30PM, Wellstone Center 179 Robie St. E. Saint Paul, MN 55105. For more information call 651-789-3602

Date: Tuesday December 10, 2024

Time: 2:00- 4:30PM

Location: St. Paul Music Academy Cafeteria (27 Geranium Ave W, St Paul, MN 55117)

WHO: Flu and Covid vaccine will be given to children 6mths and older. Everyone is welcome to the event.

Union Gospel annual Thanksgiving Food Distribution REGISTER HERE.

Registration is required to receive a grocery bag. Provide your name, email and zip code.

Sign up for a pickup time. Pickup will be on the Monday before Thanksgiving (11/25). Tickets and correlating time slots will be available on a first-come/first-serve basis. If you do not see any available spots, that means our registration has been filled out, and we are not able to give you a ticket for a Thanksgiving grocery bag and turkey.

Print your ticket with QR code. You will receive your tickets via email. Each ticket will have a specific QR code which we will scan upon your arrival. You must have a printed or digital copy of your ticket to pick up. We will not be able to give groceries to anyone without a ticket.

LOTS of new holiday/winter resources listed here. Don’t wait to register. It is often too late if you wait until December.

Salvation Army Toy Shop: Registration beginning November 1st. You can register online at: saangeltree.org. Email required for registration. Each child may only be registered once, you may call 651-746-3595. Monday-Friday 9am-4pm. Limited spots available.

PRISM: Holiday Toy Shoppe. For more information and registration https://prismmpls.org/events/holiday-toy-shoppe/

Christmas Toy Giveaway: North Anoka County (Andover, Anoka, Coon Rapids, Bethel, Blaine, Burns, Cedar, Circle Pines, East Bethel, Ham Lake, Lino Lakes, Nowthen, Oak Grove, Ramsey, St. Francis, Stacey, and Wyoming) Register online starting October 1st https://www.christmascommittee.com/application-instructions/ . For more information https://www.christmascommittee.com/application-instructions/

If any additional needs, please reach out to Kim Stout our school social worker (651)401-5595 or kim.stout@spps.org

For quick at home fixes, call

Joshua Thao, iPad Manager: ‪

612-699-4161 / joshua2.thao@spps.org

For in person appointments to change out or fix technology, make an appointment below. ‬

Title I Resources and Important Links for Parents:

• Title I

• Family Engagement Plan 2024/25

• K-12 School Compacts 2024/25

• Parents Right to Know

• Online School SCIP Plan

• Needing Docs Translated?

• Resources for Parents

• Parent Volunteer Request

• MDE OES School Report Cards

Feel free to contact John Osorio at john.osorio@spps.org with any questions about Title I or any of these documents and services.

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