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TECHNOLOGY CAMPUS CHRONICLE
April 19th 2024
PRINCIPAL CORNER
Dear OSES families,
Since 2013, Orlando Science Elementary School has incorporated Operation Orca into its testing season. Operation Orca is a program that provides fun incentives for both students and staff, via a raffle. For example, if a student attends a tutoring session, the teacher can opt to give them a raffle ticket. The student can then place that ticket in a raffle box, or after collecting three, can exchange them for a dress down pass. We have the same program for teachers.
An unplanned outcome of the program is also worth noting. We don’t always win. A student can earn a hundred tickets and not win any of the raffles, while his classmate earns one ticket and ends up winning the grand prize. This at first can be a difficult thing to process for a young individual, and even adults. It's true that in life, winning isn't always possible. Success often comes from perseverance and learning from experiences, not just from the victories. Embracing this reality can lead to personal growth and resilience, as we learn to navigate challenges and appreciate the lessons they bring.
“The price of success is hard work, dedication to the job at hand, and the determination that whether we win or lose, we have applied the best of ourselves to the task at hand.” – Vince Lombardi
Principal.
Michael Singleton
SAVE THE DATE
STEM summer camp!
OSES is excited to announce that our campus will once again be hosting a STEM summer camp! Families are allowed to register prior to submitting payment this year; however, all payments must be submitted no later than May 24, 2024 in order to finalize spots for camp. Please register your child as soon as possible to hold his/her spot for camp. Registration packets can be submitted digitally to Jasmin.Michaud@orlandoscience.org or dropped off at the front desk of either building.
*only students who will be in grades 1-6 for the 2024-2025 school year are eligible to attend*
APRIL LUNCH MENU
Due to supply issues at the OCPS level, we do not know if hot or cold lunch will be served. Please be prepared to have either lunch until further notice.
Breakfast and Lunch will be FREE for the 2023-2024 school year
If your child has food allergies and will require a special meal from OCPS please click on the link below to fill out the special diet order form
Special Diets for Food Allergies - Orange County Public Schools (ocps.net)
May Menu
Curriculum and Testing Updates
Quarter 4 Progress Reports went home today. Please remember to sign and return to your student’s homeroom teacher.
FAST Progress Monitoring #3 will begin in May. Please see calendar for specific assessment dates below. FAST student scores for Grade 3-6 will be available via the FDOE Family Portal (https://fl-familyportal.cambiumast.com/). Contact Cayce Carter ([Cayce.Carter@Orlandoscience.org]Cayce.Carter@Orlandoscience.org) with any questions.
📝Next Year Supplies 📝
THIS WEEK IN GRADES K-6
KINDERGARTEN
Kindergarten had a blast at our Legoland field trip this week! Students got to read about the history of Lego, make their own Lego mini figure, and see how Legos are made in preparation for the trip. At the park, students enjoyed rides, fun, and games with friends. We are looking forward to a fun end of the school year with just 25 school days until Summer!
FIRST
DiNuzzo
**First grade needs recycled materials for their Earth Day project come Monday. Please donate boxes, plastic containers, paper rolls, lids, and any other recycled items that you think we can use. We thank you in advance for your recycled donations!**
This week in Ms. DiNuzzo’s class we had special guests from Code Ninjas! We had so much fun interacting and playing with different STEAM programs. During the first activity they worked with the class in Scratch programming using arrow keys in all four directions to move their Sprite, and some students were able to program it to have a rainbow trail follow their Sprite and change colors when it moved! Then they introduced the class to ZBrush Core which is a 3D modeling program. The children each had a sphere and they were encouraged to treat the sphere similar to modeling clay, adding faces or protrusions or any other awesome idea they could imagine! They did such an incredible job and got super creative! It was really exciting to see all their great ideas! Code Ninjas’ left us with praise and a Code Ninja 3D heart they made from their 3D printer. Thank you Code Ninjas!
Later in the week, a student brought in their 3D pen for show and tell and Ms. DiNuzzo was able to make some 3D glasses! We also enjoyed a young/adult animal match in class in which students acted and/or sounded like different animals to find their parent/young. We had a great week in Ms. DiNuzzo’s class.
SECOND
Layher
This week in second grade students embarked on a SeaWorld adventure. We enjoyed rides, shows, and learning all about animals in their habitat. Mrs. Layher’s second graders are learning all about 2-D shapes and lines of symmetry. We are also connecting social studies and reading together by learning about different cultures, families, and how we are all connected.
On Saturday, April 6th, Ms. Sonn took some of her 2nd-3rd grade OSES Chess Club, and a sixth grader to the Orange County District-wide Chess Tournament. Fifteen students competed, winning 42 matches with 4 draws. Aashish Jagan, 6th grade, earned 1st place in the Middle School category, plus special recognition for winning all games he played. Krishang Basak, 2nd grade, earned 6th place in the K-2 category. All students who participated received an OCPS Chess medal for their participation. Thank to Ms. Durga and all the parents who supported their students' participation. Way to go Chess Club!
THIRD
Wullschleger
Our class was busy with a field trip to the Marine Science Center, STEM buddies and a Science Project this week.
The Marine Science Center was a great field trip that our 3rd Grade students fairly enjoyed. We dissected owl pellets, petting stingrays, completed an owl craft, went to the beach, and admired the turtle NICU center.
3rd grade paired up with Ms. Quarterman's 1st grade for STEM friends. Our students loved taking the role of the teacher and helping 1st grade with following directions and fine motor skills.
Our class ended the week by working on a Science Project and enjoying the process of finding the hypothesis, control variable and conclusion.
Looking forward to more fun next week.
FOURTH
Baker
This week our fourth graders recently delved into the fascinating world of machine learning, using this innovative technology to enhance their review process for the upcoming F.A.S.T. ELA tests. They're gaining valuable insights and sharpening their skills in preparation for the assessments ahead.
Thank you for your continued partnership in their academic journey!
FIFTH
MacAllister
Ms. MacAllister’s classroom has been hard at work on a variety of projects and activities! Our last unit focused on the essential question, “How do you find courage in the face of fear?” We recently finished a Collaborate and Analyze project on the Wright Brothers. Students compared two different passages about the Wright Brothers’s journey to creating a plane that successfully flew. The students then presented their findings to the class. To continue along with these topics of finding courage, pursuing your dreams, and inventions, students also completed a STEM activity where they had to design the most aerodynamic paper airplane. Additionally, students have been working on a history project that relates to their current studies of economics. With the project, students select an item of their choice to research. They provide information about the history of the item, its inventor/s, the successes and challenges the inventor/s faced, the most current market report, and an advertisement for the product. The students have been discovering a lot of interesting facts about items, such as hand sanitizer, eyeliner, airplanes, goalie gloves, gaming consoles and more!
SPECIALS
OConnor STEM
In STEM Lab this week, grades K-3 enjoyed created mazes for hexbugs and marbles. Grade 4 dissected flowers, and 5th grade dove deeper into mechanical energy.
Montes Physical Education
Students in PE this week played some carnival mini games to work on various throwing motions. Games included: bean bag pong, pin knockdown, mini golf, and a hoop toss. On Friday, we played a find the chicken relay game (pictured below). Students ran to the cones to find bean bags or chickens worth various points.
Please remind your students to bring their water bottles when they have their PE days. It’s getting hot hot hot again, and having accessible water mitigates disruptions, keeps students cool, and helps me facilitate better instruction.
SIXTH
Duenas STEM
In 6th grade STEM, we’re currently working on prosthetics. Our last chapter which is called Engineering Everywhere Go Fish: Engineering Prosthetic Tail. In this unit, students will be introduced to engineering and the Engineering Design Process as they work together to engineer solutions to biomechanical engineering challenges such as designing a life vest (refer to the picture attached). Students will learn about important factors to keep in mind when designing prosthetic devices as they engineer a model leg for an elephant and a model beak for an eagle. By the end of this unit, students will be ready to present what they learned about prosthetic devices and the Engineering Design Process by sharing the engineering work they have done. Other pictures attached were from STEM Environmental Science class where students were tasked to build their Environmental Camping Tent. This allows them to be aware of survival and appreciate the value of nature or environment surrounding them and how they can utilize each source in the future.
“Small acts, when multiplied by millions of people, can transform the world.” – Howard Zinn
School projects and group activities are excellent opportunities for kids to practice cooperation. By regularly collaborating, kids gain valuable skills that can benefit them not only at school, but throughout their lives. Cooperation can teach kids how to effectively communicate and work together toward a common goal. It also develops the ability to navigate and resolve conflicts.
These experiences also expose kids to different perspectives, which helps cultivate a sense of appreciation for diversity, which is one of our ORCA core values. Engaging in collaborative school projects and group activities creates a rich and holistic learning environment beyond textbooks and traditional classroom settings.
As we finish out the last days of the school year, I hope we all can commit to cooperating with our teachers, staff and classmates. Let’s make these last days of school the best of the year!
Have a great weekend!
CLUBS AND TUTORING
CLUBS
Hello families!
Please read carefully for all club reminders:
PICK UP: Please remember that you should not arrive on campus before clubs dismiss. Even coming 5 minutes early causes backups in our dismissal process.
- Building 1 (grades K-3) - clubs dismiss at 3:40 during the week and 2:40 on Wednesday
- Building 2 (grades 4-6)- clubs dismiss at 3:40 during the week and 2:40 on Wednesday
ABSENCES: Remember that 3 or more consecutive absences will result in a removal from the club. If you are missing club because of tutoring or sickness, email the club teacher so it can be excused.
If you want to withdraw from a club, please email Marketa.Thomas@orlandoscience.org
CLUB PAYMENT LINKS
Pick up and Drop off Carline Procedures
Competition Math
I'm proud to announce that registration for the Competition Math Summer Camp hosted by Orlando Science High School Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society is now open.
Competition Math Summer Camp hosted by the Orlando Science High School Mu Alpha Theta Honor Society is a unique opportunity for interested and talented students to improve their math skills during the summer season. Students are guided and trained by an expert faculty and high school Mu Alpha Theta members via utilizing national and international competitions in a fun and challenging environment.
During the camp, students will be provided with lectures and trained with different types of problems to master various problem-solving techniques. The classes are problem solving-based, whose curriculum is aligned with prestigious national competitions. Lectures will be given, and problem-solving strategies will be taught in Number Theory, Algebra/Analysis, Geometry, and Combinatorics. The camp provides a motivational and challenging environment for students. Also, the camp requires campers to demonstrate teamwork skills and cooperation in social settings. A score of 5 from the most recent grade level FSA Math or Algebra 1 EOC is required. Parents are asked to consider these when registering for the camp. OSS reserves its right to direct to the more appropriate course or deny enrollment if the requirements are not met.
Who: Rising 5th through 8th grade students who would like to improve their scores at targeted math competitions. A score of 5 from the most recent grade level FSA Math or Algebra 1 EOC is required.
Targeted Math Competitions: AMC 8, MathCounts, and AMC 10.
Where: Orlando Science High School Campus
Address: 2600 Technology Drive, Orlando FL 32804
When: Monday, July 15th through Friday, July 26th, 2024 (Monday through Friday, 10 days).
Time: 9:00am to 1:00pm
Drop-off: 8:30am – 9:00am
Pick-up: 1:00pm – 1:30pm
Registration Fee: $350 for Orlando, Seminole, and Osceola Science Schools students. $500 for students from other schools.
Registration Deadline: Friday, May 24th, 2024.
Classes:
Elementary Advanced (Rising 5th graders)
MathCounts/AMC 8 Beginner (Rising 5th and 6th graders)
MathCounts/AMC 8 Intermediate (Rising 6th and 7th graders)
MathCounts/AMC 8 Advanced (Rising 7th and 8th graders)
COMPETITION MATH SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN!
SCHOOL PAY LINK
https://www.schoolpay.com/pay/for/2024-Competition-Math-Summer-Camp/Sd8KE5N
ONLINE REGISTRATION
https://forms.office.com/r/Jwfa7zYywB
Please note that seats are limited to 40 students and are on a first-come, first-serve basis.
For more information about the camp please visit https://www.ossmualphatheta.com/summer-camp/camp-overview
The detailed schedule and the course descriptions can be found here: https://www.ossmualphatheta.com/summer-camp/courses-schedule
For additional information contact Mr. Akyalcin at akyalcin@orlandoscience.org
Kerim Akyalcin, M.Ed.
PikMyKid Questions? See Below!
TUTORING
BRAINFUSE ONLINE TUTORING
Brainfuse offers free online tutoring through the Orange County Library System to ALL students in Orange County Public Schools.
FREE live tutors are available every day from 2 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Using Brainfuse, students can connect with a qualified tutor for expert help in a variety of subjects.
Building 1: K-3 407-299-6595 option 1 Ms. Nicole
Attendance Emails and Notes K-3 - Nicole.Wallace@orlandoscience.org.
Any doctor's notes can be dropped off at the front desk, or sent via email.
Building 2: 4-6 407-299-6595 option 2 Ms. Molina
Attendance Emails and Notes 4-6 Keily.Molina@orlandoscience.org
Any doctor's notes can be dropped off at the front desk, or via email
Volunteering
If you want to volunteer in your student's classroom, eat lunch with your student, or chaperone a field trip. You must be additions approved. If you have volunteered in past, you must update your account each school year. For any questions, please reach out to Nicole.Wallace@orlandoscience.org.
Staff Commendations 2023-2024
PARENTS' RIGHTS INFORMATION
Your Resource for Legislative Updates
In order to help keep our families informed of the latest legislative updates regarding their student's education, a Parent Rights Resources page has been added to the school website.
Recent updates include:
- Internet Safety
- District Health Care Services
- Special Magistrate
ADDITIONAL PARENT INFORMATION
Mission Statement
The mission of Orlando Science Elementary School (OSES) is to provide a well-rounded education with special emphasis in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), while using research-based and innovative instructional methods in a stimulating learning environment. OSES is committed to the social-emotional learning and character development of all students.