Help keep media use in check by following a few simple practices. Look for a new family tip every Monday and Friday in November!
Elementary Family Event Sunday, November 13th at 4:00 PM. This is a sensory friendly showing with dim lights and lower sound.
Screen time; the reality is that there really is no magic number that's "just right." What's more important is the quality of kids' media, how it fits into your family's lifestyle, and how you engage your kids with it.
Read more: bit.ly/OlyScreenTime
Families don’t miss this opportunity for free shoes…
First graders in Mrs. Gray’s class learned about what an election was today. We talked about the role of citizens and how choices are made. We ended the day with each first grade “citizen” taste testing regular and golden Oreos. We then completed a secret ballot to determine the winner. The polls have closed and the results are in…golden Oreos we’re the winner today!
Congratulations to our September Super Spartans! These students know how to show respect to their teachers and classmates! Way to go Spartans!
Click on the link to watch Oly South Celebrate them:
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We celebrated our October Super Spartans at Olympia South this morning with a Walk of Fame and doughnuts with Mrs. Rogers! These students went above and beyond to demonstrate respect at school during the month of October. Great job kiddos!
Coat giveaway this Saturday at Stanford Church of God (103 W. Boundary Street). More coats and winter clothing items available at Helping Hands community center!
It's easy to get distracted from homework (and life) when the phone never stops pinging and the next episode plays automatically. Let's set some common sense guidelines by signing this Family Media Agreement within your family: bit.ly/OlyAgree
LIHEAP and WNCF are now accepting applications for energy assistance. Apply today! helpillinoisfamilies.com warmneighborscoolfriends.org
Elementary families save the following dates for Spartan @ the Movies! November 13th will be the FREE showing of the film Cars. ONE PTO will be selling concessions. All movies will be shown in the Olympia High School Auditorium.
Bat day in first grade and 4th/5th math stations are taking over the learning environments at OSE. Lots of excitement this Friday.
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Other than straight-up cyberbullying, what are some other reasons our kids might be bummed by others' online behavior? Read more about ghosting, subtweeting, griefing (plus more), and learn some simple tips on how to handle these situations.
#DigCit Family Tip 6: Review worst-case steps
The Olympia High School National Honor Society is hosting its annual Halloween Carnival on Sunday, Oct. 30 from 1-3 pm at the high school. The carnival features games, hayrack rides, crafts, a petting zoo, a bake sale, face painting and a haunted house. Cost is $5 per child, age 3+. All proceeds will benefit Toys for Tots.
Each year we have an expert teacher panel comprised of Olympia teachers from all five buildings in our district come to our New Teacher Academy to answer questions around teaching and learning. These conversations and partnerships are instrumental in supporting our new teachers here in Spartan Nation. Thank you to all who attended tonight!
Resources: bit.ly/OlyCBR2
There are A LOT of "social media" sites out there. You know about Twitter & Facebook, but what about Reddit, TikTok, Snapchat, or Discord? Educate yourself with these "Parent's Ultimate Guides" from Common Sense media!
Video: bit.ly/OlyCBV4
For kids, miscommunication is a common occurrence online and on social media. Plus, being behind a screen makes it easier to say things they wouldn't say in person. So how do we help kids avoid the pitfalls of digital drama? Hear it from the source!
#DigCit Family Tip 5: Take breaks
Needing help with child care? CCAP makes it possible for families and guardians who qualify to receive financial help paying for child care costs so they can work, attend training, or school. All families pay a portion of the cost of child care as a co-payment (based on family size and income). CCRRN.com for details.
