PreK and Kindergarten teachers participated in professional learning today on developmentally appropriate play. They are actively assessing their practice and thinking about different ways to engage students in developmentally appropriate ways. It was a great morning!
We would like to remind our families that we have a District non-profit, the Spartan Promise Council, that exists to remove barriers for students. This non-profit is funded by individual community members and generous church donations. If your Olympia child needs food, clothing, or some other type of assistance, please reach out to our Student Support Specialist, Cari Roop (cari.roop@olympia.org). While there are food pantries in our communities, we also have a Spartan Market on the OHMS campus. The QR code on the flyer allows you to make a request. We hope that these services can help support our students during these challenging times.
Did you recently receive an email from Skyward notifying you that the quarter 1 report card has been posted? To view and/or download your child's report card, sign into Skyward Family Access (browser or mobile app) and open the "Portfolio" tile. You will then complete an electronic signature in order to view the report card. You can view that process in the attached video.
Skyward Login: https://skyward.iscorp.com/OlympiaCUSD16ILSkySTS/
Skyward Login: https://skyward.iscorp.com/OlympiaCUSD16ILSkySTS/
NHS Annual Halloween Fest is Sunday, Oct. 26 from 1-3 pm
The annual National Honor Society Halloween Fest is this Sunday, from 1-3 pm at the high school. Wristband for the event costs $5 per child. All proceeds benefit Angel Tree and Toys for Tots. Come join the fun: bouncy houses, face paint, crafts, games, a haunted house and a petting zoo!
Thank you to the Olympia Principals that take care of our students, staff, and buildings each day. Happy Principal Appreciation Month!
This is a reminder that our PTO meeting is scheduled for tonight at 6 PM in the Olympia South library.
New families are especially encouraged to attend to learn more about what the PTO offers and how you can get involved.
We look forward to seeing you there!
It's Book Fair time. Students will have time to shop this week at school and it will be open during Parent/Teacher Conference times. Come and check out what we have to offer or shop online.
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/olympiasouthelementary1
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/olympiasouthelementary1
This month, we’re shining the Spartan Spotlight on students who are leading the way in making our school a safer, healthier place!
These amazing Spartans have shown dedication to making safe, positive choices. Their leadership and example inspire all of us to do better every day.
Let’s give a huge Spartan cheer for our Safe Choices Spotlight Students!
These amazing Spartans have shown dedication to making safe, positive choices. Their leadership and example inspire all of us to do better every day.
Let’s give a huge Spartan cheer for our Safe Choices Spotlight Students!
Book Fair is going on now.
Visit Olymipa South's Book Fair homepage for more deatils: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/olympiasouthelementary1
Visit Olymipa South's Book Fair homepage for more deatils: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/olympiasouthelementary1
The wait for the art rotation at South was worth it! The creativity on display is phenomenal, showcasing amazing artworks that include intricate 3D line sculptures, fun, unique paper-ripping pumpkins, and detailed line landscapes.
We celebrated Fire prevention day at OSE yesterday. Thanks to all of our firemen and women for teaching us about fire safety. We had an "out of the blue" celebration for a group of students who have been earning those blue spartan tickets!
Mark your calendars Olympia South Elementary will be hosting a Book Fair during Parent/Teacher Conferences. October 14th & 15th. Visit our Book fair homepage for more details: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/olympiasouthelementary1
Everyone at Olympia South would like to thank you for your support. Our fiindraiser was a HUGE success!
Time is running out. Register today to help Olympia South.
Elementary students attending an OHS event need to be accompanied by an adult. If an elementary student shows up without an adult, they will not be allowed to enter into the game / event. We are asking elementary students to sit in the stands during the games due to the safety concerns that have already surfaced during our first home game. Thank you to our parents for understanding we are striving to create a safe experience for all our spectators. Go Spartans!
Meet Cari Roop.
Olympia has revamped the previous family coordinator role and it is now Student Support Services. I, Cari Roop, have taken on this role. I am here to troubleshoot barriers for students and families, provide actionable steps in providing necessary resources for students and families to be successful at school, and offer support. Please do not hesitate to reach out with concerns or issuesto me at the school. I will do my best to help. No request is too big or too small. If I cannot help immediately; I will look for ways. Here are some examples of ways I can support: needed clothing or shoes for school, food for the night or weekend, coats for cooler weather, ideas on ways to encourage your child to attend school, etc.
Don't forget about our POP Fundraiser
Register for the fundraiser to help Olympia South Elementary.
Our POP fundraiser kicks off Monday, September 15th! This fun and easy program will raise funds for our PBIS program and student activities, classroom needs and more!
Preschool screenings are available for children ages 3 through 5. Screenings help determine where children are developmentally in areas such as motor skills, concepts, language, and behavior. Based on the results, families will receive a recommendation indicating whether their child qualifies for the Pre-K program.
For more information regarding the Child Find screening process, you can find resources here: https://www.childfind-idea-il.us/Materials/Educ_Rights_en.pdf
Screening Dates:
🗓️ October 8 at Minier Christian Church
🗓️ December 9 at Danvers Community Building
🗓️ March 11 at Atlanta Christian Church
🗓️ May 12 at Minier Christian Church
For more information regarding the Child Find screening process, you can find resources here: https://www.childfind-idea-il.us/Materials/Educ_Rights_en.pdf
Screening Dates:
🗓️ October 8 at Minier Christian Church
🗓️ December 9 at Danvers Community Building
🗓️ March 11 at Atlanta Christian Church
🗓️ May 12 at Minier Christian Church
