Hello OCRS families,
I hope that you are able to enjoy this long Memorial Day weekend. It's a good opportunity for all of us to spend some time thinking about and honoring those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the United States Armed Forces so that we may continue to enjoy our freedom. PBS Kids has a great video to help explain to kids the history and meaning of Memorial Day, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWn2RPr-GhE
NO SCHOOL Memorial Day, Monday May 27th
There is no school this Monday, May 27th to celebrate Memorial Day.
Memorial Day Ceremony
Our friends at The American Legion Balfour-Cole Post 64 are inviting OCRS students and families to join them for the annual Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 27th at 11:00 AM at the Veterans Memorial at Deerfield Park.
OCRS Spirit Days
We're going to celebrate the last few weeks of the school year with some special Spirit Days for students and staff.
Friday, May 31st - Sports Day
Wear gear to show your favorite sports team or even wear your own sports uniform!
Thursday, June 6th - Field Day and Grade Level Colors
Each grade level wears a specific color to show their pride on Field Day!
Kindergarten-Purple
1st grade - Blue
2nd grade - Orange
3rd grade - Yellow
4th grade - Black
5th grade - Wear your special green 5th grade t-shirts!
Friday, June 7th - Hawaiian Day
Summer is close! Celebrate wearing your favorite Hawaiian/vacation outfit!
Friday, June 14th - Wild West Day
Saddle up in your best western attire (denim jacket/jeans, boots, hats, neck bandanas)
PTA "Funny for Funds" event, Friday 5/31 from 6PM to 9PM
The PTA is organizing a "Funny for Funds" event on Friday, May 31st from 6PM to 9PM. Please consider sponsoring OCRS first annual comedy show! Go to https://www.funny4funds.com/events/ocrs-pta-annual-fundraiser/1280 to purchase tickets for what is sure to be an incredibly fun night!
The comedy show will be held at the Elks Lodge right here in Smithfield and it will be a great night out for OCRS adults! Because this is a comedy show intended specifically for adults. Don't fear, the PTA is offering an event for students while their parents attend "Funny for Funds"!
The PTA is also offering a FREE "Ninja Pizza Party" for kids in partnership with Mastery Martial Arts. The Pizza Party will be held at OCRS from 6pm to 9pm. Parents can sign up to reserve a spot for their child.
Kona Ice for All Students on Monday, June 10th
We have arranged for Kona Ice to visit OCRS on Monday, June 10th around 10:00am to provide sweet frozen treats to all students! Please see the linked ingredients list. If any family would NOT like their child to receive Kona Ice, please let us know.
Lexia Survey for Families
Dear OCRS families, please tell us what you think about the Lexia online literacy program your child has been using at school these past few years. You can access the online survey at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeWt_1ja8vLVyGdSPF-Ywsdh402DAMWVhm9G9_wYhqpsLP4Ew/viewform
Upcoming Dates and Events
View and subscribe to the OCRS Public Events Calendar at https://oldcounty.smithfield-ps.org/o/old-county-road-elementary/page/monthly-calendar. Click on the "Add to Google Calendar" button to subscribe to the calendar using your own calendar app.
SSELAC Meeting, Wednesday 5/22 at 6:30PM in the SHS Media Center
Sports Spirit Day, Friday 5/27
PTA "Funny for Funds" (adults only event), Friday 5/31 at 6PM at the Smithfield Elks Lodge
Field Day, Thursday 6/6
Grade Level Colors Spirit Day, Thursday 6/6
Hawaiian Spirit Day, Friday 6/7
Kona Ice Cool Treat, Monday 6/10
Wild West Spirit Day, Friday 6/14
Last Day of School, Monday 6/17
Thank you,
Mr. Barrette
1st Grade Field Trip to the Ecotarium
5th Grade Band Concert
