Hello OCRS families,
As we enjoy this long Martin Luther King Day weekend, let us take some time to remember and reflect on the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his role in the Civil Rights movement of our country. Below is a video of an excerpt of Dr. King's "I Have a Dream" speech, as well as a link to an article on the Scholastic website about talking to your kids about Martin Luther King, Jr.
https://youtu.be/smEqnnklfYs?t=12m7s
Important Information
Be Your BEST at OCRS!"
This week, the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students will begin to read the book "Have You Filled a Bucket Today?" to the 2nd, 1st, and Kindergarten students. This partnership is part of our school's discussion and focus on our new school rules:
- Be KIND
- Be RESPECTFUL
- Be RESPONSIBLE
Once all classes have read together, I will send out a link to all OCRS families of the author doing a read-aloud of the book so that families can talk together about what we are working on at school.
OCRS PTA Family Committee
The OCRS PTA Family Committee is meeting Friday 24 at 6:00 p.m. in the OCRS Library. If you would like to help with brainstorming ideas and planning student events, we encourage you to attend. Topics on the agenda are:
- Easter Egg Hunt
- Dance/skate party
- Movie night at cinema
- And much more.
Any questions please feel free to email Marlena Brady at mpbrady84@gmail.com
Upcoming Dates and Events
OCRS Spirit Day, Monday January 27th
Each and every Monday we are encouraging OCRS students and staff to wear their OCRS Spirit Gear to school!
PTA Family Committee Meeting, Friday January 24th at 6:00 p.m.
The OCRS PTA Family Committee is meeting Friday January 24th at 6:00 p.m. in the OCRS Library. If you would like to help with brainstorming ideas and planning student events, we encourage you to attend.
Family Wellness Night, Wednesday January 29th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
There will be a Family Wellness Night for all four elementary schools on Wednesday, January 29th from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Smithfield High School. More details and information to come!
Follow OCRS Online and on Social Media
To stay up to date with the latest OCRS information, please check out the OCRS website at https://oldcounty.smithfield-ps.org. Also follow OCRS on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/OldCountyRoadSchool/, our Twitter feed at https://twitter.com/OldCountyRoad, and our Instagram page at https://www.instagram.com/oldcountyroad/