Oak Grove Families: Does your hornet have a birthday coming up? We have take and bake birthday cakes in a box! Thank you to Ms. Amber's group at Graves Memorial Baptist Church, a family birthday celebration doesn't have to break the bank. Come by the school and pick up all the ingredients for FREE to make your child a birthday cake! Just take a picture blowing out the candles to share the joy with your school family!
It’s National School Bus Safety Week and here is Bus Stop Safety Tip #2: Remind your child to walk on the sidewalks or out of the street, single file, facing traffic, & as close to the edge of the road as possible.
Learn more here: https://trst.in/821OqQ
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It’s National School Bus Safety Week, so we'll be sharing daily bus stop safety tips.
Tip #1: Children should wear bright coats or put a piece of high-vis, reflective tape on coats & backpacks.
Learn more here: https://trst.in/R2HZx7
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Wednesday October 23 and Thursday the 24th, and then again on Tuesday the 29th and Wednesday the 30th, 3rd, 4th and 5th graders will take ATLAS Interim Assessments in Reading, Math, Science, and Writing. Tests will start promptly at 8:30 AM. Please arrive at school by 7:30 to be on time and able to eat breakfast. These tests are important for our school as we work to build excellence for all students and become an achieving school!
Does your child need a ride to the school health clinic? We've got you covered! Our school-based health center with Mainline Health now offers FREE transportation to the health clinic (located behind Mills Middle School) for students who need a ride.
Your child's health is important, and we're here to help. Call us to schedule a ride and get them the care they need! 📞 Contact the clinic at 501-234-2020.
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Focus on social-emotional education. These lessons can help students develop social skills that reduce the chances that they will be bullied or bully others. Learn more here: https://trst.in/tAlUVk
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It’s German-American Heritage Month. Did you know? German-Americans made a lasting impact on the U.S. school system with the establishment of the first Kindergartens in the country. #pcssdproud #serveall
Thank you Oak Grove Pharmacy for donating your time and giving flu shots today to OGE staff. Thank you for helping us stay healthy!
Families, Oak Grove Elementary is kicking off a fall fundraiser this Friday! We will be selling World's Finest Chocolate bars for $1 each. A box contains 60 candy bars. Permission forms will come home this Friday. We have some exciting things planned: to continue Clubs with 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade and Monthly PBIS Incentives for all students who meet the points criteria. As we implement our Student Council, we will get input from our student leaders on how we can enrich their school experience. If you can help, we would appreciate your support!
Oak Grove Families: Next week is a busy week here at OGE. Its Red Ribbon Week October 21-October 25th, so plan your outfits now! Also, Monday is school picture day, so be sure to Dress for Success (and smile for pictures). Report cards will come home on Thursday the 24th and on Friday the 25th we are having an Awards Assembly to recognize students who are working independently on grade level standards and showing outstanding growth! There will be lots of opportunities to celebrate Building Excellence at OGE next week!
4th and 5th grade students at OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY received an important civic lesson last week. Marquis Boyle of Kimberly-Clark visited the school and taught students how to take care of a flag, ways to show respect to the flag, and how to fold a flag. #pcssdproud #serveall
Please mark your calendar for Friday, October 25th as Oak Grove Elementary celebrates Building Excellence. Students will be recognized for working on grade level content in reading and math and also for showing greater than expected growth! Excellent attendance and standout students in art, music, and PE will also be recognized. Parents will receive notice early in the week if your child will be receiving an award.
It's Boss's Day! Thanks to all the outstanding leaders across PCSSD! Did you know Boss’s Day was initiated by a State Farm Insurance employee in Illinois in 1958? October 16 was chosen to coincide with her father’s birthday, who was also her boss.
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It's Down Syndrome Awareness Month! Every October, we have the chance to celebrate and empower our students with Down syndrome. #pcssdproud #serveall
October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Bystanders play a crucial role. Did you know changing the subject or using humor can help diffuse a bullying incident? Learn more here: https://trst.in/Jmrydx
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October is Polish American Heritage Month. Celebrate by learning more about the contributions of Polish Americans. For starters: Did you know that Pulaski County is named after Brigadier General Casimir Pulaski, a Polish-born Continental Army officer? #pcssdproud #serveall
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, a time to mourn the loss of domestic abuse victims, connect with others to create change and celebrate progress to overcome. Find out how you get involved and provide support: https://trst.in/u3gA1R #pcssdproud #serveall
Maumelle High School Varsity Cheer Team is hosting their annual mini cheer camp on Saturday, November 2nd from 9am-11:30am. Campers will learn cheers, dances, jumps and basics stunting techniques. They will perform at halftime of the November 7 Thursday night football game (Senior Night). The cost for the minicamp is $40, and it includes a T-shirt and snack. The registration link is: https://shorturl.at/gl6nd. For additional information please contact Coach Jones at kjones6305@pcssd.org
PCSSD wishes our Jewish community an easy fast on this Yom Kippur. For traditional Jewish people, this holy day is primarily centered on atonement and repentance.
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For World Mental Health Day, we come together as a community to raise awareness about the importance of mental health for students & staff. Let's prioritize self-care, support one another & break the stigma around mental health. It’s OK to ask for help! #pcssdproud #serveall
