Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the amazing Mrs. Hawker. We are blessed beyond measure to have you at OSE ❤️
Congratulations to our two fifth grade students, Hannah and Reed, for being recognized at the IPA student recognition breakfast this morning! We appreciate the positive leadership that you bring to OSE!
Thank you to the best bus drivers and aides!! Your OSE family appreciates all you do for our students.
Don't forget to set up your student's eWallet account for cashless, stress-less shopping. Friends and family can even contribute funds! Set one up here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/olympiasouthelementary
#ScholasticBookFairs
Book Fair Friday, April 25, 2025. 8:00-10:00.
Out of the Blue Day at OSE was a surprise Easter Egg hunt! Congrats to these kiddos for being kind safe and ready to learn.
Thank you to our Assistant Principals for all the support they provide to students, staff and families! You are appreciated!
5th Grade Students and Families - please join us at OMS for 6th grade Orientation on May 1st. Doors open for check-in at the middle school gym doors at 5:00 PM with the welcome from Mr. Jones at 5:15 PM. We hope to see you all there!
Grandparent's Day will be on Friday, April 25, 2025. Olympia South's times will be 8:00 - 10:00.
Plan on visiting the Book Fair that morning.
https://www.scholastic.com/bf/olympiasouthelementary
Shoutout to all the Olympia South Quick Problem Solving Spartan Spotlight students! Keep up the hard work and dedication as you sharpen those skills! Solving challenges with creativity and logic is a superpower, and you're mastering it. Keep pushing those boundaries, thinking outside the box, and breaking down problems like champs. The future’s yours to conquer!
Referendum Election Results and Thank You!
The results are in! Thank you for your support! The One-Cent Tax referendum passed and will bring essential funding to our local schools. This will allow us to make improvements to school safety, facilities, and provide property tax stability. We are excited to begin the work ahead in creating safer, modern learning environments. Visit www.april1cent.info to learn more about how these funds will benefit our schools.
It's almost time for Kindergarten Roundup! Check out the flyer and register with the following link: https://forms.gle/7RAXbatRnuqWZJeF8
Come join National Honor Society students at the annual Bunny Bop at the Oly Middle School Gym on Sunday, April 13 from 1-3 pm. The event features crafts, games, face painting, bouncy house and the Easter Bunny!
Easter Egg Hunts:
2 pm ---ages 2-5
2:30 pm-- (ages 6+)
The event is $5 per child and benefits St. Jude.
Come join us for some Easter fun!
Email Amanda Hapgood with any questions
amanda.hapgood@olympia.org
Schools are the heart of our communities
Schools in McLean County are at the heart of our community providing,
🎓 Quality Education: Over 22,000 students benefit from academic excellence, college and career readiness, and a wide variety of activities and athletics.
🏫 Community: Schools foster strong partnerships with families, residents, and local organizations. Community education programs support learners of all ages.
📈 Economic Growth: Quality schools attract families, support local businesses, retain property values, and prepare the next generation of our workforce.
Learn more about how this referendum can make a difference by visiting our webpage www.april1cent.info or contact us!
#april1cent
Skip Quizzes
Help kids identify and avoid clickbait, quizzes, special offers, and anything that asks for personal or private information. This helps keep information secure and devices safe.
Video: bit.ly/olyDSv2
Today's kids spend lots of time posting and sharing information online. Learn five surefire ways to protect their privacy.
Power Up Passwords
Work together with kids to help them come up with complex passwords. Think outside the dictionary. Use phrases and special characters that make passwords hard to guess but easy to remember. Remind kids to keep passwords private and change them regularly.
Video: bit.ly/olyDSv1
Kids love YouTube. Whether they're watching funny videos, learning cool stuff, or uploading their own creations, they can stay busy on the popular channel. But not everything about YouTube is fun and games. Discover five ways to make YouTube safer for kids.
Family Activity: Online privacy and security: bit.ly/olyDSfa1
Evaluate some sample passwords, and then create some strong passwords with your family.
