Hello OCRS families,
As we approach the Holiday Break, it is more important than ever that we all continue to be as diligent as possible in following the COVID guidelines to ensure that our students are able to continue to attend school before AND after the break. Our school community has continued to do well when compared to the rest of the state and that is because of the incredibly hard work or staff, students, and students' families (thank you). We need to make sure that we continue to work together for the next few weeks so that our school can go into the Holiday Break healthy and students and staff are able to safely enjoy the break before the start of the New Year!
Distribution of Report Cards by Monday, 12/14
Students' families will be receiving their Trimester 1 report cards by Monday, December 14th. Report cards will be shared with each family electronically. Report cards are based on year end goals, so the Trimester 1 Report Card indicates progress demonstrated during this period of learning towards the year end goals. Teachers have worked together with their colleagues across the district to make sure that the information that parents receive accurately reflects the learning that is taking place.
Parent-Teacher Conferences on Monday, 12/14
Parent-teacher conferences are scheduled for Monday, 12/14. This year, all conferences will be held virtually either by video conference or by phone. All conferences will be scheduled by appointment between 1:00 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. Parents should have received an email from their child's teacher(s) inviting them to schedule a conference time slot on 12/14. If you have not received this email, please reach out to your child's teacher.
Strawberry Cinnamon Roll Smoothie Tasting on Wednesday, 12/9
Our food service provider, Chartwells, has organized a Strawberry Cinnamon Roll Smoothie Tasting event for all in-person students this Wednesday, 12/9. Chartwells will be following the same food safety guidelines and protocols that they have been following for student breakfast and lunch to ensure safety and students will be staying in their classroom "pods", not gathering in the cafeteria. All students that are in school on Wednesday will be offered the opportunity to try a sample of the Strawberry Cinnamon Roll Smoothie, but students are welcome to decline. Mrs. Forte has reviewed the smoothie recipe and ingredients for potential allergens and has contacted the families of any students who could possibly be allergic or have a sensitivity to the ingredients.
December Spirit Days
We would like to give students and staff an opportunity to have some fun together and celebrate our OCRS spirit each Friday during December. While we always encourage students and staff to wear their OCRS Spirit Gear on Mondays and Fridays, we thought that some special theme days would make December extra fun! As usual, participation is encouraged, but not mandatory.
Friday, December 11th: Silly (or Holiday Themed) Hat Day
Wear your favorite silly or holiday themed hat to school (in-person or virtual) on Friday! Holiday themed hats can be for any December holiday. Please be sure that hats do not interfere with mask wearing.
Friday, December 18th: Ugly (or Holiday Themed) Sweater Day
Wear your favorite ugly or holiday themed sweater to school (in-person or virtual) on Friday! Holiday themed sweaters can be for any December holiday.
Emergency Heating and Living Expenses Assistance
The Tri-County Community Action Agency provides emergency heating assistance and living expenses assistance to families in need. Please see the two linked flyers for additional information or call 401-351-2750 to speak with someone about assistance.
Heating Assistance Information, https://5il.co/nmdh
Emergency Living Costs Assistance, https://5il.co/nmdi
PTA Information
Chelo's Give Back Fundraiser, Monday 12/7 through Saturday 12/12
This Monday 7 December through Saturday 12 December is the 5th Grade Committee Chelo's Give Back Fundraiser!
Take a break from cooking this week and help support the OCRS 5th Grade. Please see the "Give Back" coupon linked below for this event. No printer, no problem! Just show them the coupon on your phone! This works on pick up "to go" orders, too. Please share this with your friends and family. Thank you for supporting OCRS PTA events!
Chelo's "Give Back" coupon, https://5il.co/nmdk
PTA Meeting, Tuesday 12/8 at 7:00 p.m.
The next PTA meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 8th at 7:00 p.m. As most meetings this school year, the PTA meeting will be virtual and families can join via any internet connected device using this link, https://meet.google.com/dtu-weqs-ynh. Families can also join by phone by calling 1-484-872-2108 PIN: 138 909 122#.
We encourage all OCRS families to join us!
5th Grade Committee "Winter Wellness" Fundraiser
In an effort to help the 5th grade class raise money for the plans in store this year along with yearbooks, t-shirts, and year end gifts, 30% of product sales from this pure haven fundraiser will be donated to the OCRS fifth grade class.
Starting now you can use the website below and enter the party ID during check out to place your order. Orders placed by Dec 11th will be delivered before the holidays. Once your order is placed, it will be processed and shipped within 10 business days directly to you.
You may share this website with your friends, family, neighbors, and co-workers. To help raise more funds. Again, all proceeds are to benefit the OCRS 5th grade.
Website: www.purehaven.com/alana Party ID#: 275794
Don’t hesitate to call/text/email with any question you may have.
Alana Blakley at (401) 952-9617 or
PTA Holiday Gift Shop
Enjoy the Gift of Giving while Giving Back to our School!
https://myholidayshop.org/school/316613
Old County Road School presents MyHolidayShop - an online holiday shopping experience where students and families enjoy shopping together while supporting their school. With a wide selection of gifts priced within a child’s budget (most under $5), students can shop the personalized gift collections for Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, siblings, pets, and more!
- Visit: https://myholidayshop.org/school/316613
- Our Shop Opens Now
- Shop ends: December 6, 2020
- Families shop and pay for gifts online (site is available in both English and Spanish).
- Gifts are shipped directly to your home.
- E-Gift Cards available: A great option if you would like to ask a family member to sponsor your child.
- Share the link with friends and help raise money for our school!
If you have questions, please contact Rose Poyourow via email at rosepoyourow@gmail.com.
Upcoming Dates and Events
PTA General Membership Meeting, Tuesday 12/8 at 7:00 p.m
Silly (or Holiday) Hats, Friday December 11th
Parent-Teacher Conferences (No in-person learning for students), Monday 12/14
Ugly (or Holiday) Sweaters, Friday December 18th
Holiday Break, NO SCHOOL, 12/24-1/1
Ongoing thanks to OCRS families for your Patience, Flexibility, and Empathy. Those three words are guiding us throughout this school year and we will all need to continue to make adjustments as the year progresses. As long as we approach those adjustments with the best interests of our students as our priority, I am confident that this will continue to be a safe and successful year.
Sincerely,
Mr. Barrette
Silly (or Holiday) Socks Spirit Day
