It's been a great start to the school year here at Oaklawn. Students are showing up and being respectful, responsible and safe every day. We've spent time recognizing students for spreding 'Pawsitive Vibes' by doing anything positive in school. Teachers and staff give out green slips and they go into a bucket in the office. Then, on the daily announcements, I draw and give a shout out to three students for their slips.
We're approaching the time of the year when we will have colder weather. Please note that students will play outdoors daily unless the temperature or wind chill are below zero, rain, or on occasion, heavy excessively wet snow. I’ve included the chart we use when giving students expectations for getting dressed for the outdoors. I strongly encourage you to label all winter gear to help get lost items returned. Please reach out if you are in need of any items for your children.
We're celebrating Unity Day today, October 21.
Unity Day is about celebrating kindness and preventing bullying. All students have created their Pumpkin to show we are part of the same patch on display in the school. We also encourage students to wear ORANGE that day.
Friday October 30 will be the All School Costume Parade at 2:45 pm. Students will parade in their costumes outside for parents to see. Reminders for the costumes for students in all grades:
- Costumes should be elementary school appropriate-nothing too gory or scary
- Weapon accessories to costumes are not allowed
- Students should be able to get their costume on with little assistance from grown ups
Please watch for any party guidelines from classroom teachers. I'll send Costume Parade details next week also. The parade will begin at 2:45 pm.
If you're interested, Oaklawn always welcomes donations for our staff Party Cart. Twice a month on Fridays, we fill the cart with soda, snacks, and candy and make the rounds to all staff as a thank you for all that they do for our children. Popular items include Bubblrs, Diet Soda, Sparkling Water, Mini bags of chips, granola/protein bars, and candy (nut free preferred). This is definitely not required, but I also know parents ask what they can do to help support our staff. This is one small way to say THANKS anytime.
Mrs. Drout
