
The Pioneer Post
May 16, 2024

Congratulations to Ms. Alyssa Powers-District Five Teacher of the Year
Jaiden Mania (May 20th-May 24th)
Jaiden is a 3rd grade student at OPES who has recently been diagnosed with a brain tumor. He is currently receiving radiation treatment at MUSC in Charleston. Oak Pointe is supporting Jaiden in several ways and you can join in as well:
1. Wear Gray for DIGP Awareness Day on Friday, May 17, 2024
2. Donate $1 or more and receive a Jaiden Mania sticker beginning Monday, May 20.
3. Donate $5 or more and receive a Jaiden Strong wristband beginning Monday, May 20.
4. Support the family directly via GoFundMe.
Class of 2024 Senior Walk
**NEW CLEAR BAG POLICY EFFECTIVELY IMMEDIATELY**
We are implementing a new clear bag policy that will help us to maximize safety at our school-wide community/family events as well as expedite the check in process. This policy goes into effect immediately and pertains to all school-wide community/family events. Ex. Picnic at the Pointe, school musicals, all end of the year celebrations and picnics. Lawn chairs and blankets are still allowed.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1d9fBbE4M0CnBfpal9MxEhg7CFfsgx3ye/view?usp=sharing
Are You Interested in Joining the OPES School Improvement Council (SIC)?
Our SIC is an organization that helps to advise the school administration on matters that will help the school to achieve optimal improvement. If you are interested in joining, please contact Kaitlin Tew, OPES SIC Chair, at kaitlindtew@gmail.com.
District Five Calendars
Do You Want to Be one of our Pioneer Partners (aka Business Partners)?
OPES 23-24 Business Partners
McKee Homes
Ivy Dalton Realty
Spartan Academy Mixed Martial Arts
Legacy Martial Arts
Kona Ice of Irmo/Chapin
Mack's Maintenance and Landscaping
Westmore Gifts and Apparel
HandOff Home Project Solutions
Angela's Swim Lessons LLC & Aerobics
The Best School Ever
Email: lmccloud@lexrich5.org
Website: https://www.lexrich5.org/opes
Location: 1 Riverbottom Road, Irmo, SC, USA
Phone: 8034764100
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OakPointeElem
Twitter: @OakPointeElem
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