September
12- Early Dismissal- 1:15p.m.
13- ESOL Popsicles on the Playground 10-12p.m.
16- OB Dine Out, Frank & Helen’s Pizzeria 5-8pm
17- Walk in the Park (during PE)
19- Picture Day!
23- Kdg. Social, 6:30-7:30p.m.
26- OB Quarterly Newsletter goes home
29- Deadline for After-School Class Sign-ups
Announcements:
Safety Information
Each year we practice intruder drills along with tornado and fire drills. This year as part of new state law the Olivette police will be observing too. Our first drill is scheduled for this coming Tuesday. To read the actual "script" for the drill you can check out the posting on my blog at http://obeprincipalblog.blogspot.com/.
Last week, we did make an announcement to lock classroom doors, although at no time were any students in danger. Since locking doors is one component of an intruder lock-down some teachers chose to be extra safe and moved into a full lock-down until they gathered more information. The request to lock doors is made for a variety of reasons but usually it is to provide for the privacy of an adult or child, or limit classroom interruptions. At our weekly staff meeting we debriefed the situation and reviewed the specific language that will be used for different situations to prevent a greater than necessary response in the future.
Cafeteria News
We're happy to report some positive updates! With fewer choices student wait time to pick up a cafeteria lunch has dramatically decreased from last year. The amount of fruit and vegetables being eaten has dramatically increased and there is noticeable enthusiasm for the choices. Who would have guessed that peaches or broccoli with ranch dressing would be such a hit! Of course some students take the minimum which is one of something from the fruit and vegetable bar, but when there is a favorite available the plates are piled high.
Students have made new friends from their class as they sat in their assigned seats, but are also ready to change the seating. We've taken random timings for all the grade levels and every student is getting to the cafeteria on time and has at least 15 minutes to eat and it is usually about 17 minutes. Observing empty trays and sandwich bags is usually good judge of enough time and we’re seeing plenty of those. We know that no system is perfect and there are always exceptional days where there is a glitch even with the best made plans. If you have a question about your child’s lunch, please contact the office and we can make some observations to share with you or you are welcome to check it out yourself.
It looks like several grade levels are on track to meet our Oct. 1st goal to move to free seating at their classroom tables. Teachers will begin teaching and practicing with students on how to make their seating choice quickly without leaving anyone out. We don't want to lose any of that valuable eating time to decisions about where to sit!
Picture Day is Friday, September 19. Order portraits now at MyLifetouch.com using Picture Day ID JO014099Y0.
4TH GR. MAP SCORES- The MAP Scores for our current fourth graders are in, and will be sent home with your fourth grade child today. Be sure to check your child’s Friday folder.
Last Call for Innisbrook Orders!
12- Early Dismissal- 1:15p.m.
13- ESOL Popsicles on the Playground 10-12p.m.
16- OB Dine Out, Frank & Helen’s Pizzeria 5-8pm
17- Walk in the Park (during PE)
19- Picture Day!
23- Kdg. Social, 6:30-7:30p.m.
26- OB Quarterly Newsletter goes home
29- Deadline for After-School Class Sign-ups
Announcements:
Safety Information
Each year we practice intruder drills along with tornado and fire drills. This year as part of new state law the Olivette police will be observing too. Our first drill is scheduled for this coming Tuesday. To read the actual "script" for the drill you can check out the posting on my blog at http://obeprincipalblog.blogspot.com/.
Last week, we did make an announcement to lock classroom doors, although at no time were any students in danger. Since locking doors is one component of an intruder lock-down some teachers chose to be extra safe and moved into a full lock-down until they gathered more information. The request to lock doors is made for a variety of reasons but usually it is to provide for the privacy of an adult or child, or limit classroom interruptions. At our weekly staff meeting we debriefed the situation and reviewed the specific language that will be used for different situations to prevent a greater than necessary response in the future.
Cafeteria News
We're happy to report some positive updates! With fewer choices student wait time to pick up a cafeteria lunch has dramatically decreased from last year. The amount of fruit and vegetables being eaten has dramatically increased and there is noticeable enthusiasm for the choices. Who would have guessed that peaches or broccoli with ranch dressing would be such a hit! Of course some students take the minimum which is one of something from the fruit and vegetable bar, but when there is a favorite available the plates are piled high.
Students have made new friends from their class as they sat in their assigned seats, but are also ready to change the seating. We've taken random timings for all the grade levels and every student is getting to the cafeteria on time and has at least 15 minutes to eat and it is usually about 17 minutes. Observing empty trays and sandwich bags is usually good judge of enough time and we’re seeing plenty of those. We know that no system is perfect and there are always exceptional days where there is a glitch even with the best made plans. If you have a question about your child’s lunch, please contact the office and we can make some observations to share with you or you are welcome to check it out yourself.
It looks like several grade levels are on track to meet our Oct. 1st goal to move to free seating at their classroom tables. Teachers will begin teaching and practicing with students on how to make their seating choice quickly without leaving anyone out. We don't want to lose any of that valuable eating time to decisions about where to sit!
Picture Day is Friday, September 19. Order portraits now at MyLifetouch.com using Picture Day ID JO014099Y0.
4TH GR. MAP SCORES- The MAP Scores for our current fourth graders are in, and will be sent home with your fourth grade child today. Be sure to check your child’s Friday folder.
Last Call for Innisbrook Orders!
All orders/payments must be submitted by Monday, September 15.
This is the last opportunity to stock up on your holiday and gift necessities early
through Innisbrook while supporting the OBPTO.
You can still help! Every order makes a difference – no matter how large or small!
A big “Thank You!” to the families who have already ordered! We appreciate your support! Innisbrook.com School ID #: 126181 Order Deadline: Monday, Sept. 15
All funds raised from Innisbrook purchases will support OBPTO programming and events that benefit all our OB students and teachers.
Additional Questions? Please contact Cindy Follman at follcm@charter.net or Innisbrook Customer Service at 877‐525‐5608.
EAT AND RUN FOR THE LEF!
There are two great ways coming up in October to learn more about the Ladue Education Foundation and support the crucial programs necessary for our students to stay competitive and become future business, economic and community leaders. After all, the LEF is a group of parents like you who, along with community leaders and others, support the wonderful work of the Ladue School District by funding key programs like Robotics, Business Plan Competitions, iPads for Early Learners, and Library Collections.
8th Annual Community Breakfast
October 9, 2014 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Hilton St. Louis Frontenac
Featuring Special Guest Speakers and Foundation & District Updates
Tickets are $50 for individual seats and $500 for a table of 10
You may register online at www.laduefoundation.org
Sponsorship opportunities are available--contact Diane Patershuk at lef@ladueschools.net.
'Due Run 4 Education
2nd Annual 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Oct. 11, 2014 at 8:30 a.m., before the Homecoming Parade
Festivities continue after the finish line, with prizes, music and food.
THE HOMECOMING PARADE WILL BEGIN AT ABOUT 11 a.m., so stick around!
Register now through this link.
$10 for ages 2-12, $15 for adults, Free under age 2
Early-Bird Registration Available Until October 3 (price will increase $5 per person)
If you are interested in volunteering with the LEF, please let us know! We’d love to have you involved. Contact LEF Executive Director Kristen Wild at lef@ladueschools.net for more information.
Thank you for your support of the Ladue Education Foundation!
Buzz Book Cover Contest - Thank you to all of the awesome entries for the Buzz Book Cover Contest. The 1st Place Winner for the front cover was: Mabel Schepker and the 2nd Place
Winner for the back cover goes to: Losan Huang & Joyce Yu. Congratulations everyone!
Lost & Found- With the weather turning colder, don’t forget to label your child’s things. Stop by the Lost & Found in the Primary Hall to look for any missing items.
This is the last opportunity to stock up on your holiday and gift necessities early
through Innisbrook while supporting the OBPTO.
You can still help! Every order makes a difference – no matter how large or small!
A big “Thank You!” to the families who have already ordered! We appreciate your support! Innisbrook.com School ID #: 126181 Order Deadline: Monday, Sept. 15
All funds raised from Innisbrook purchases will support OBPTO programming and events that benefit all our OB students and teachers.
Additional Questions? Please contact Cindy Follman at follcm@charter.net or Innisbrook Customer Service at 877‐525‐5608.
EAT AND RUN FOR THE LEF!
There are two great ways coming up in October to learn more about the Ladue Education Foundation and support the crucial programs necessary for our students to stay competitive and become future business, economic and community leaders. After all, the LEF is a group of parents like you who, along with community leaders and others, support the wonderful work of the Ladue School District by funding key programs like Robotics, Business Plan Competitions, iPads for Early Learners, and Library Collections.
8th Annual Community Breakfast
October 9, 2014 from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Hilton St. Louis Frontenac
Featuring Special Guest Speakers and Foundation & District Updates
Tickets are $50 for individual seats and $500 for a table of 10
You may register online at www.laduefoundation.org
Sponsorship opportunities are available--contact Diane Patershuk at lef@ladueschools.net.
'Due Run 4 Education
2nd Annual 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk
Oct. 11, 2014 at 8:30 a.m., before the Homecoming Parade
Festivities continue after the finish line, with prizes, music and food.
THE HOMECOMING PARADE WILL BEGIN AT ABOUT 11 a.m., so stick around!
Register now through this link.
$10 for ages 2-12, $15 for adults, Free under age 2
Early-Bird Registration Available Until October 3 (price will increase $5 per person)
If you are interested in volunteering with the LEF, please let us know! We’d love to have you involved. Contact LEF Executive Director Kristen Wild at lef@ladueschools.net for more information.
Thank you for your support of the Ladue Education Foundation!
Buzz Book Cover Contest - Thank you to all of the awesome entries for the Buzz Book Cover Contest. The 1st Place Winner for the front cover was: Mabel Schepker and the 2nd Place
Winner for the back cover goes to: Losan Huang & Joyce Yu. Congratulations everyone!
Lost & Found- With the weather turning colder, don’t forget to label your child’s things. Stop by the Lost & Found in the Primary Hall to look for any missing items.
