Hello OCRS families,
As we enjoy this long Martin Luther King Day weekend (remember no school this Monday), let's take some time to remember and reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his role in the Civil Rights movement of our country. Below is a link to an article on the Scholastic website about talking to your kids about Martin Luther King, Jr.
NO SCHOOL, Monday, 1/16 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
There is no school on Monday, 1/16 to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
NAMI-RI: Registration open for Family-to Family course
The Rhode Island chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Illness is now accepting registration for our next virtual Family-to-Family course which begins Thursday, February 2, 2023. This is a free, 8-session educational program for families, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions. It is a designated evidenced-based program, which means that research shows that the program significantly improves the coping and problem-solving abilities of the people closest to a person with a mental health condition. NAMI-Rhode Island's Family-to-Family course is taught by trained family members who have lived experience with a loved one, and includes presentations, discussions and interactive exercises.
For more information on the Family-to-Family program, support groups and school presentations, visit https://namirhodeisland.org/support-and-education/mental-health-education/family-to-family/, call 401-331-3060, or email beth@namirhodeisland.org.
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. Clicking on the "Add to Google Calendar" to subscribe to the calendar on your own calendar app.
NO SCHOOL, Martin Luther King Day, January 16th
TENTATIVE, PTA Family Painting Night, Friday February 3rd from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Thank you,
Mr. Barrette
2nd grade Science, "What happens when rocks are placed in water?"
