Hello OCRS families,
It finally looks to be a pretty good week of weather!
Congratulations to our OCRS Spelling Champion and Runner-Up!
Congratulations to our eight 4th and 5th grade participants in the OCRS Spelling Bee this past week and special congratulations to the OCRS Spelling Bee champion, Max, and the runner-up, Liliana! We are proud to have both Max and Liliana represent OCRS in the district Spelling Bee this week!
Bring Someone Special to Lunch Days
We are working with Chartwells, our district food service provider, to bring back our popular "Bring Someone Special to Lunch" days! In the upcoming weeks we are inviting parents/guardians to come to school and join their child for lunch. This is a fun way to invite parents and students to spend some time together at school and also for parents to have an opportunity to try the school lunches!
An email was sent out to all OCRS families on Saturday, 1/20 with the details and a link to sign-up to attend "Bring Someone Special to Lunch". This Wednesday, 2/7, we invite 1st and 4th grade parents/guardians to join their child for lunch. If you haven't already, all parents/guardians/adult family members must sign-up ahead of time using the online form below.
https://bit.ly/SomeoneSpecialLunch2324
Upcoming Spirit Days
We want to provide families with lots of lead time for the Spirit Days planned for February.
Wednesday, February 7th: 100th Day of School
To celebrate the 100th Day of School, we invite students to dress up like an older adult.
Friday, February 9th: Sports Team Spirit Day
To celebrate the Super Bowl wear your favorite sports team attire!
Wednesday, February 14th: Valentine’s Day
Wear Red or Pink to Celebrate Valentine's Day!
Kids Heart Challenge "Jump Rope for Heart"
It’s time for the Kids Heart Challenge! Old County Road School is helping the American Heart Association build healthier lives free from cardiovascular diseases and stroke. The Kids Heart Challenge is a community service opportunity designed to help students learn about the importance of making healthy choices to take care of their hearts. Students will also help improve the health and hearts of others by collecting donations in support of the American Heart Association and its research, education and advocacy work right here in Rhode Island and across the country.
The Kids Heart Challenge activities will take place during Physical Education classes in February. All students in grades K through 5 will join in heart healthy activities during P.E. with Mr. Gruczka. If your family would like to help with a donation, please consider using the American Heart Association’s online donation program. We understand every family may not be able to donate, however, all students will enjoy and learn from the heart healthy educational experiences that will be shared during our program. We encourage online donations. To get started: Go to https://bit.ly/KidsHeartChallenge24 and Sign up to participate! (*You may also use your mobile device. Visit your Mobile App store and search: Kids Heart Challenge to download the free app!)
Flu and COVID Vaccination Clinic
There is a free community flu and COVID vaccination clinic being held at Gallagher Middle School this Wednesday, 2/7 from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM. This is a great opportunity for any community members, students, or family members who are still looking to get their flu and/or COVID vaccination. While some walk-ins are available, please go to https://www.thewellcomp.com/Registrations/ChooseSchool.aspx to register.
Follow the OCRS PTA!
Follow the OCRS PTA on their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OCRSPTA
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. Click on the "Add to Google Calendar" button to subscribe to the calendar using your own calendar app.
Spirit Day: 100th Day of School, Wednesday February 7th
Bring "Someone Special" for Lunch, 4th grade and 1st grade, Wednesday February 7th
Spirit Day: Show Your Favorite Sports Team, Friday February 9th
Spirit Day: Spirit Day: Wear Pink or Red to Celebrate Valentine's Day, Wednesday February 14th
Bring "Someone Special" for Lunch, 3rd grade and Kindergarten, Wednesday February 14th
NO SCHOOL, February Recess, Monday 2/19 through Friday 2/23
Thank you,
Mr. Barrette
2nd Grade "Bring Someone Special to Lunch"
5th Grade "Bring Someone Special to Lunch"
