Hello OCRS families,
Happy Fall! We had quite an abrupt transition to the cooler fall weather this past Friday. Some students were caught off guard and did not have warm sweatshirts/jackets for outdoor morning arrival and recess. It's probably time for students to start dressing in layers for school so that they are warm enough to be outside first thing in the morning. Students can store sweatshirts/jackets in their lockers when it gets warmer later in the day. One of the advantages of OCRS being built as a junior high school are the lockers which give our students a place to store their things.
Unified Day this Friday, September 30th
In partnership with the Smithfield Special Education Local Advisory Committee, the district is celebrating Unified Day this Friday to show support for all students who have 504 plans and IEPs. We are inviting everyone, students and staff, to wear green to school on Friday!
The Smithfield Special Education Local Advisory Committee (SSELAC) is a volunteer organization of parents who provide information, advocacy, and community connections for all Smithfield families whose children have a 504 plan or IEP within the district. Families can find additional information about the SSELAC and upcoming events in this linked flyer.
5th Grade Beginner Band Program
5th grade families, this is a reminder to please fill out this 5th Grade Band Sign Up form by Wednesday, September 28th regarding which instrument your child will be choosing to play in band this year. For LOTS of information about the beginner band program itself and how it benefits students, please see the linked flyer.
If you have any questions about the program, our music teacher Ms. Schug is happy to help! Ms. Schug can be reached via email at mschug@smithfield-ps.org.
Parent Volunteer Training
If you have reviewed the Volunteer Handbook and you are interested in possibly volunteering at school, we are offering Volunteer Training for any parent/guardian who has never completed a training session. To make it as convenient as possible for families, the training sessions will be offered online and will take less than 30 minutes. Please see the information below.
Tuesday, September 27 · 4:00 – 4:30pm
Google Meet joining info
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/izy-nthq-gei
Or dial: (US) +1 419-702-0748 PIN: 606 539 533#
All-Abilities Youth Basketball Program
Smithfield Youth Basketball League (SYBA) is starting an ALL ABILITIES Basketball program on Saturdays! The program will be an inclusive opportunity for our incredible K-12 students in the district who need more support. The all-abilities basketball program will incorporate peer partner support. This program is 100% free and will be a great experience! To sign up your child please reach out to SYBA's Jeff Swallow at jeffswallow@verizon.net.
PTA Information
Halloween Hayride
The PTA is hosting a family friendly "Halloween Hayride" for OCRS families on Sunday, October 23rd from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Seven Cedars Farm. The cost will be $10 per ticket. We're looking forward to seeing you there!
Trunk or Treat
The PTA is hosting a Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 28th from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the baseball field parking lot at Deerfield Park. More details in the next few weeks, including on how to host a car during the event.
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.
Unified Day, Friday September 30th (please wear green)
PTA Meeting, Tuesday October 4th, 6:00PM
5th Instrument Rental Night, Wednesday October 5th, 5:30 PM at Pleasant View School
NO SCHOOL, Columbus Day, Monday October 10th
Lifetouch Picture Day, Wednesday October 12th
Halloween Hayride, Sunday October 23rd, 4:00 PM at Seven Cedars Farm
PTA Trunk or Treat, Friday October 28th, 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at Deerfield Park
Thank you,
Mr. Barrette