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Volume 25, No. 34 05-11-15
Osceola Elementary School
Osceola SAC Team News
Thank you to all the members of this year’s SAC team for your
commitment to our school and for giving your time to attend our
meetings. We hope you will consider serving again next year and
continue to help us make Osceola the very best possible environment
for our children and their families. Our SAC Co-chairs next year will
be Molly Jackson and Kathleen Hunting. They will be excellent
leaders for our SAC Team! Look for information in the fall
newsletters for meeting dates and times for the 2015-16 school
year. Thank you again for being part of the team!
Students of the Week Congratulations to the following students who were chosen as Student of the Week for their class during the week of May 4th through May 8th.
Pre-K Brynja Millar, Michael Hankerson
Kindergarten
Zoe Bennae, Emily Roth, Alaia Bryson, Emily Nicholson, Tourian Wingo
First Grade
Rowan Randall, Luke Bergin, Mykel Riddell, Darian Painter
Second Grade Valentina Chacon, Mya Robertson, Ava Lovelace,
Ellis McNeal, Caleb Keffer
Third Grade Kyla Ashworth, Sanii Watson, Lynnais Brewington,
Jonathan Bartelme, Heidi Kimball
Fourth Grade Jackie McDuffie, Solomiya Maykovych
Fifth Grade
Malik Jenkins
WILDCAT WORDS:
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We had a SUPER time last week celebrating Teacher
Appreciation and Career Week at Osceola. Thank you so
much for your support and kind gestures, we all
appreciated them. It was great seeing our students
thinking about their future aspirations. Military personnel,
doctors, and of course, teachers, were just a few of the
costumes students wore on career dress-up day. We also
want to thank our local business owners and public
service workers for coming out to talk about their careers
with our students.
The year is winding down but the learning is not. Our
SUPER teachers and staff continue to prepare wonderful
learning opportunities for the students. We still need your
child to be at school on time every day, and ready to learn.
Classroom celebrations, musical presentations, field day
events, pool parties, and the list goes on, are all
wonderful activities we want all of our students to
enjoy. These events are definitely going to happen
because our students continue to show their P.A.W.S. –
Personal Best, Act Responsibly, Work & Play Safely, and
Show Respect to all.
Respectfully Yours,
Faye R. Jenkins
YEARBOOKS now on sale daily from 8-9am for $20.00. First come-first served!
Catherine Peralta Assistant Principal
Tina Waldrop Principal
1605 Osceola Elementary School Road St. Augustine, Florida 32084 Ph. 547-3780, Fax 547-3795
Web Site: http://www-oes.stjohns.k12.fl.us
4th Quarter Character Kids Congratulations to the following students from Kg, 2nd and 4th grade for being
selected by their class as Character Kids for the 4th quarter. Way to go!
Kindergarten
Paige Bechtold – Mrs. Blevins
Traise Goodwin – Mrs. Burrell
Manfredo Chacon – Mrs. Walker
Shane Duschen – Mrs. Forson
Majorie Leathers – Ms. Yamnitz
Jolie Lemmon – Ms. Maronel
Brandon Cochran – Mrs. Oester
2nd Grade
Henry Nissen - Mrs. Asselta
Mya Roberston – Mrs. Dumas
Anessa Smith – Mrs. Twine
Brody Steiger – Mrs. Smeland
Ava Lovelace - Mrs. Hunting
4th Grade
Daneja Berryhill – Ms. Fouraker
Olivia Morris – Mrs. Jackson/Ms. Patterson
Laila Bray – Ms. Alvarez
McKenzie Hagan – Mr. Quam
Night of the Arts and PTO Ice Cream Social
It is that time of year again to show off the talents of our Osceola students! This year we are combining the Music program with the Art program for the Night of the Arts and PTO Ice Cream Social. This evening is a fun-filled event that displays the beautiful artwork of each student and also the musical talents of our Osceola Wildcats. Every student’s artwork will proudly be displayed in our hallways. As I mount each child’s artwork, and see their talent, I realize how important artistic expression is for our students. As the halls get filled with close to 650 works of art, it warms my heart to see our students stop and look at all the creativity. I see them discussing student’s art and using the correct vocabulary to make an informed observation. This is the goal of all teachers- teach, enrich, and have our students’ learn. The music performance will include the Osceola Elementary Chorus, Orff Ensemble, Guitar Class, Violin Class, and select students from grades 2 – 5. The students will perform music that ranges from Broadway to the blues. Come and have an enjoyable evening of music as our students share their musical talent. Along with the art show and music performance, our very own PTO will have ice cream as a special treat. Yum! This is a perfect ending to a wonderful evening. So mark your calendars for the spectacular “Night of the Arts and PTO Ice Cream Social."
When: Thursday, May 14st. Where: Osceola Elementary School Time: Art Show: 5:30-6:30 pm
Music Performance: 6:30-7:15 pm Ice Cream Social: 7:15-8:00 pm
This event is the highlight of the year for all our students at Osceola. It is a good time for all, so please try your best to come and enjoy your child's talent.
Gail Jones, Art Teacher Chuck Rogers, Music Teacher
Early Registration for Osceola Extended Day
Osceola Extended Day is currently accepting registration for the 2015-2016 school year. You may pick up a registration form from the Extended Day office or call Betty Masse at 547-3789 to have one sent home with your child. A registration fee is required when the completed form is turned in. For more information please call Ms. Masse or email her at [email protected].
Morning Drop off/Afternoon Pick Up – Friendly Reminders In order to make the arrival and dismissal time as safe and secure as possible please adhere to the following parent pick up and dismissal procedures. Please do not park in the staff parking/bus loading area from 8:00 am - 8:30 am and 2:45 pm – 3:15 pm. If you have a conference or any business in the school, you should still park in the Parent Pick Up loop. The first bell rings at 8:25 am. The double doors by the parent drop off loop close and are locked. Students arriving after 8:25 am are to be walked into the office and signed in by an adult. Please remember to park in the Parent Pick Up/Drop Off lot and walk your child in to the school. At 8:30 am the second bell rings and the school day begins. During dismissal from 2:45 – 3:15 pm please follow the following procedures. Use the Parent Pick Up loop to pick up students. Do not walk up to the parent pick up area to retrieve your children. Park in the Parent Pick Up/Dismissal area if you must park to enter the building. Thank you for your help ensuring students are here on time and for your cooperation as we provide the safest arrival/dismissal process as possible.
What’s for Lunch?? Students have a choice of one entrée and two fruit and/or vegetable choices. Choice of milk is served with all complete meals. Tues. 5/12 Cheese or Pepperoni Calzonettes, Home-style Chicken Sandwich, Mini Corn Dogs, Cherry Tomato and Celery Dippers with Low Fat Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach and Romaine Salad, Baked Beans, Marinara Dipping Sauce, Assorted Fruit, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo Wed. 5//13 Chicken Nuggets, Cheese or Pepperoni Pizza, Cherry Tomato and Celery Dippers with Low Fat Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach and Romaine Salad, Corn, Fresh Apple Slices, Assorted Fruit, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup Thurs. 5/14 Pasta and Meatballs, Hot Dog, Chicken Nuggets, Cherry Tomato and Celery Dippers with Low Fat Dressing Dunk Cup, Spinach and Romaine Salad, Steamed Carrots, Assorted Fruit, White Wheat Roll, Dipping Sauce, Ketchup, Mustard Fri. 5/15 BBQ Chicken, Hamburger, Mini Corn Dogs, Cherry Tomato and Celery Dippers, Spinach and Romaine Salad, Crispy Baked Potato Cuts, Choice of 100% Juice, Assorted Fruit, Ketchup, Mustard, Mayo, Lettuce, Tomato and Pickle, Dipping Sauce Mon. 5/18 Home-style Mac and Cheese, BBQ Chicken Max Snax, Chicken Nuggets, Steamed Broccoli Florets, Green Beans, Baby Carrot Dippers, Assorted Fruit, Dipping Sauce Dunk Cup
2015 SJCSD VPK Summer Program The Webster School
June 8, 2015 – July 30, 2015 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Monday – Friday No School July 3rd
The SJCSD Summer VPK Program is for children who have turned 4 before September 1, 2014 and have not participated in a 2014-2015 school year VPK
program. Parents MUST register their child on-line at www.ecs4kids.org and obtain a VPK Certificate of Eligibility. For more information contact Donna Fenech at 547-4897.
AR News
As the end of the year approaches we want to remind you
about our AR pool/movie reward. The cut-off date for points is
Friday, May 1st. First graders need 30 points, 2nd graders need
50 points, 3rd graders need 65 points, 4thgraders need 80 points
and 5th graders need 100 points. In addition, their
comprehension test scores must average 80%.
This reward system should reflect a year-long effort and not
a two week push at the end.
Here is a schedule for the AR pool/movie days:
Friday, May 15th -3rd Grade
Monday, May 18th- 1st Grade
Tuesday, May 19th- 2nd Grade
Wednesday, May 20th- 4th Grade
Thursday, May 21st- 5th Grade
.What’s Happening? Every Wednesday is Early Release~
Students Dismissed at 1:50 Every Friday is School Spirit Day~
Tues. 5/12 Battle of the Books, 9:30 am, Fullerwood District Head Start Parent Meeting, 5:00-7:00pm, Cafeteria Thurs. 5/14 Character Kid Breakfast, 9:00-10:30 am
Night of the Arts and PTO Ice Cream Social Art Show, 5:30-6:30 pm Music Performance, 6:30-7:15 pm
Ice Cream Social, 7:15-8:00 pm Wed. 5/20 VPK/Head Start Celebration, 9:30 am Kindergarten Welcome Walk, 3:00 pm Fri. 5/22 Safety Patrol Field Trip to Treaty Park Mon. 5/25 Memorial Day, Student/Teacher Holiday Thurs. 5/28 1st Grade Performance, 6:00 pm Fri. 5/29 4th Grade Awards Assembly, 9:00 am 3rd Grade Awards Assembly, 9:45 am 5th Grade Luau, Noon-2:30 pm 5th Grade Celebration, 6:00 pm Thurs. 6/4 Last Day of School, Early Release at 1:50 pm
GUIDANCE CORNER College & Career Week:
Last week we celebrated college & career week with many activities and guest speakers. We want to thank our career speakers who volunteered their time to educate and inspire our students. We also want to give thanks to the seniors from St. Joes who spoke with our 5th graders about the leap from high school to college. Child Safety:
Internet safety is becoming an ever increasing concern as our children spend more time on-line. Do you know what they are playing, watching, seeing and who they are in contact with? NetSmartskids.org is a program of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children whose purpose is to keep kids
safe. The site contains engaging games and presentations for kids about internet safety as well and as educational links for parents and educators on how to keep our kids safe. Our 3rd-5th graders will view a video presentation on abuse prevention during the month of May. This district approved presentation entitled “Yes You Can say No” teaches the safety and assertiveness skills necessary to stand up for oneself and avoid possible abusive situations. Ms. Harrison, counselor will present. Parents are welcome to preview the video or call Ms. Harrison at 547-3787 for more information. Character Kid Breakfast:
We will be having a Character Kid Breakfast on Thursday, May 14 at 9:00 am for those students who were chosen as the Character Kid representative for their class this year. Clothing Closet:
Drop off your clean, gently used donations at the front desk. The Clothing Closet is now open on Wednesdays, from 2:15-3:00 pm,
instead of Thursdays. When you shop at the Clothing Closet there is no charge for any of the items you might choose.
Tech Tots Summer Fun in the Sun
Tech Tots will be open this summer for your child care needs.
Educating children ages 2-12 Monday through Thursday from 7:00
am – 5:00 pm, and Friday from 7:00 am – 4:00 pm at 2980 Collins
Avenue in St. Augustine. Contact Jennifer Spess, Director, at 904-
547-3490 for more information.
Ancient City Soccer Registration
A $20 discount is offered on May 16th and 17th. You can register at Ancientcitysoccer.com or at Gamble Rogers
Middle School fields on May 16th, from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm. For more information call Karen Kubart at 904-687-9699.
Anchor Athletics Summer Programs Contact Anchor Athletics at 706-936-2003 or email [email protected] for information about their summer programs. They offer Skippers, for 4 and 5 year olds, or All Star Competitive Cheer, Tumbling/Cheer Classes, and Hip Hop Dance for ages 6 and up. Check out the website, anchorathletics.org.
St. Augustine Yacht Club Junior Sailing Program
Contact Wendy at 904-687-4625 or [email protected]
for information about their summer programs. The children will
learn all the wonders of maritime history combined with the art
of sailing. Three courses are offered for ages 6-14. Weekly
sessions from June 8th –August 14th. The cost is $210.00 per
week with a 10% discount for siblings.
www.staugustineyachtclub.ocm