Friday, May 22, 2015

OB Weekly News 5-22

May
22- Last day for students (3:45 dismissal) 
29- Report Cards mailed
August
6- Back-to-School Packet Pick-up, 12-3p.m.
(Packets not picked up will be available in the classroom on Meet the Teacher Night)
7- Kdg. Orientation, 10-11a.m.
Meet the Teacher Night, 4-5:30p.m. 

OBPTO Welcome Back BBQ Social, 5p.m. 
11- First Day of School!
Announcements:
Library News
For the first time ever, the Old Bonhomme Library will be open for family check outs this summer! Visit us Mondays, June 1 through July 27(closed July 6) from 9:00 am -11:00 am. You are invited to visit the OB Library, enjoy a few good books, and then check out a few to enjoy at home! We hope lots of OB families take advantage of this convenient way to keep good books in the hands of our fantastic readers this summer!
NOtes from the nurse
If your child has medication in the health office, please make arrangements to pick it up by the last day of school. For safety reasons, medication cannot be sent home with a child. According to policy, all unclaimed medication must be discarded.
Thank you, and have a great summer!
Counselor Notes
Olweus Bully Prevention Program End of the Year Wrap Up
Check out the Olweus page to see our end of the year report. In addition, you will find program details, articles, the Friendship Bench song, and committee member information.
Our committee is looking forward to continuing to work with students, parents, and teachers next year to build the program and make OB an even better place to learn.
PTO News
Thank you to Erin Katke and Lisa Hirshberg for chairing the 4th grade transition party! Despite the weather, a great time was had by all!
Thank you to Dana Sandweiss for coordinating baked goods for the 4th grade Transition Ceremony. The 4th grade families appreciated the support of the 3rd grade!
Finally, a HUGE thank you to all of you! Whether you chaired a committee, came to an event, or volunteered in your child’s classroom, your time and support mean so much to the OBPTO. Planning is already underway for next year, so keep an eye on your email over the next few months. The OBPTO wishes you a wonderful summer filled with lots of great activities and great memories!
Thank you so much to the 2014-15 Old Bonhomme PTO Officers and Executive Committee: Marissa Rosen, Becky Marbarger, Sara Brunnquell, Katie Tipton, Cindy Follman, Stacy Jurgiel, Hillary Hinz, Amy Fischer and Lisa Hirshberg who spent countless hours giving their time to the OBPTO. Thank you so much to these amazingly dedicated volunteers.
The OBPTO is excited to announce the slate of officers for the 2015-16 OBPTO President-Becky Marbarger
VP Fundraising - Cindy Follman

VP Events - Jen Jim
Treasurer- Sara Brunnquell
Assistant Treasurer - Katie Tipton Recording Secretary - Sharon Parks Corresponding Secretary - Hillary Hinz
PDC Representatives - Stacy Jurgiel and Lisa Hirshberg

OB's Got Character!
We've successfully SOARed through another school year! The 2014-15 school year was the SORT of year we want to remember! Did your child share with you their SOARing Up experience? On Monday, students participated in Soar Up, a transition activity to help them learn a little bit more about how next year will be. Students had an opportunity to visit a classroom in the next grade level and hear from each one of that grade level's teachers a little bit about themselves, what they will learn next year, what special activities/events will take place, how the next grade level differs from the one they just completed and what teachers will expect from them next year. If you have not already, we encourage you to ask your child to share with you about what they learned!
Coming home today in Friday Folders, on bright orange paper, is a copy of our
annual SOARing Into Summer Calendar. To go along with May's Character Word of the Month, OPEN-MINDEDNESS, we are encouraging all families to be OPEN-MINDED about staying cool this summer while showing good character by participating in a character building activity each week in June and July. Please initial at the end of each week an activity is completed and return the calendar during the first week of school next year! Additional copies of the calendar are available in the front office and can also be accessed through our OB website.

Lost and Found
Parents, please don’t forget to check the Lost and Found, lost items have been hung up in the middle hallway. Also, be sure to check the office for small items like glasses, keys, or cell phones. All unclaimed items will be donated over the Summer.
High School Ranking
On May 12, 2015, U.S. News & World Report released their "2015 Best High Schools" list. As in years past, Ladue Horton Watkins High School (LHWHS) did not appear in the rankings due to the methodology used. There is a link on the district's website with a more detailed explanation and why we anticipate appearing on this list beginning in 2018.
Rock n’ Bowl for Old Bonhomme 
Volunteers needed, don’t STRIKE OUT! Would you like to get involved with the OBPTO’s biggest fundraiser on October 10? You can help as little or as much as you want! We will start preparing over the summer. We need help with the following: Auction Solicitation, Publicity, Decorations, Teacher and Staff Liaisons, Set-up, Check-in, Clean-up, Raffle Ticket Sales, and more! You can click the following link to go to our SignUpGenius page to get involved. http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0d4fabad23a0fc1-event
For any questions, contact Sarah Glasser at smteal@yahoo.com
The Ladue School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, socioeconomic status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the district’s employment practices may be directed to Ken Rossics, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources. Inquiries related to district student programs may be directed to Dr. Laura Brock, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction. Both administrators can be reached at Ladue Schools Administrative Center, 9703 Conway Road, Saint Louis, MO 63124; 314-994-7080. 

Friday, May 15, 2015

OB Weekly News 5-15


May 
20- 4th Gr. Celebration @ Stacy Park 11-3p.m.
21- 4th Gr. Transition Ceremony, 7p.m.
22- Last day for students (3:45 dismissal) 

29- Report Cards mailed
Announcements:
NOtes from the nurse
If your child has medication in the health office, please make arrangements to pick it up by the last day of school. For safety reasons, medication cannot be sent home with a child. According to policy, all unclaimed medication must be discarded.
Thank you, and have a great summer!
Counselor Notes
Individual Student Planning
Each one of us play a part in preparing our students for the future. The individual student planning process involves education and career development, student transition, and appraisal. Next Monday, your child will be participating in a
Soar Up transition activity to help them prepare for next year. You can visit our Individual Student Planning page at to see what else we are doing to prepare your child for the future.
PTO News
We would like to Thank Marissa Rosen for her two years of service as PTO President. She graciously and tirelessly worked to make our school a better place for our kids. She is a wonderful example of selfless giving in our community and we are better to have her in it. Thanks for everything Marissa!
Girls on the Run Fall 2015
Girls on the Run is looking for energetic, positive, health-minded individuals who love working with children and who believe in helping our daughters to develop positive self- esteem, healthy relationships, and healthy habits for life. If you are interested in helping out with the Fall GOTR season at Old Bonhomme, please contact Heather Huewe at hhuewe@hotmail.com "Girls on the Run is so much fun!"
Lantern Festival
Celebrate the Asian culture that OB students have spent all year learning about in the Art Studio by visiting the Missouri Botanical Garden’s summer exhibit “Lantern Festival: Magic Reimagined” running May 23 through August 23. For more information please go to www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/
Lost and Found
Parents, please don’t forget to check the Lost and Found, lost items have been hung up in the middle hallway. Also, be sure to check the office for small items like glasses, keys, or cell phones. All unclaimed items will be donated over the Summer.
The Ladue School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, socioeconomic status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the district’s employment practices may be directed to Ken Rossics, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources. Inquiries related to district student programs may be directed to Dr. Laura Brock, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction. Both administrators can be reached at Ladue Schools Administrative Center, 9703 Conway Road, Saint Louis, MO 63124; 314-994-7080. 

Friday, May 8, 2015

OB Weekly News 5-8


May
11-15 OB Family Tech Week
12- Kdg. trip to MO Botanical Gardens, 9-12p.m. 
All District Orchestra Concert @ FGC, 7-8p.m. 
13- Walk in the Park (during PE)
15- Show Choir Field Trip, 9-12p.m.

1st Gr. trip to Grant’s Farm, 9-12p.m.
20- 4th Gr. Celebration @ Stacy Park 11-3p.m. 

21- 4th Gr. Transition Ceremony, 7p.m.
22- Last day for students (3:45 dismissal)
Announcements:
Lost and Found
Parents, please don’t forget to check the Lost and Found, lost items have begun to pile up again! All unclaimed items will be donated over the Summer.
Counselor Notes
Way to go! Our district collected 7,704 pounds of food during the Fill the Barrel event. This will feed 2,187 people in one day. Check out this link to see how the process works and learn about other ways to make a difference.
OB Family Tech Week
You are invited on May 11-15 to visit your child’s class during their computer time for special activities! Check with your child’s teacher to find out their computer lab schedule.
GOT STUFF? Donate your old tech equipment to our vintage technology display. (Sponsored by Spectrum Ecycle) They will recycle for free!
PTO News
A HUGE thank you to Suzanne Epstein-Lang, Anne Leidenfrost and their amazing committee for a week of wonderful treats and surprises for Teacher Appreciation week!
Also, many thanks to Jen Jim, Jillian Thomadsen and their Spring Fling committee for a wonderful spring picnic and carnival. A fun time was had by all who attended. And one more thank you to Steven Player and the Dad's Club for the great food at the Spring Fling!
Girls on the Run-Fall 2015
Girls on the Run is looking for energetic, positive, health-minded individuals who love working with children and who believe in helping our daughters to develop positive self- esteem, healthy relationships, and healthy habits for life. If you are interested in helping out with the Fall GOTR season at Old Bonhomme, please contact Heather Huewe at hhuewe@hotmail.com "Girls on the Run is so much fun!"
Lantern Festival
Celebrate the Asian culture that OB students have spent all year learning about in the Art Studio by visiting the Missouri Botanical Garden’s summer exhibit “Lantern Festival: Magic Reimagined” running May 23 through August 23. For more information please go to www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/
Staffing News
Best wishes to Julie Bergin! Since we are going down a section in fourth grade next year, Julie Bergin who taught fourth grade at OB this year will be moving to a fourth grade opening at Reed. 
The Ladue School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, socioeconomic status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the district’s employment practices may be directed to Ken Rossics, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources. Inquiries related to district student programs may be directed to Dr. Laura Brock, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction. Both administrators can be reached at Ladue Schools Administrative Center, 9703 Conway Road, Saint Louis, MO 63124; 314-994-7080. 

Friday, May 1, 2015

OB Weekly News 5-1


May
1- Early Dismissal, 1:15p.m. Prof. Dev. 
OBPTO Spring Fling-4:30-7:30p.m.
3- 4th Gr. Boys Mixer @ FGC, 3-4:30p.m. 

5- 2nd Gr. Musical, 7p.m.
7- Principal’s Picnic (during lunches)
12- Kdg. trip to MO Botanical Gardens, 9-12p.m. 

All District Orchestra Concert @ FGC, 7-8p.m. 
13- Walk in the Park (during PE)
15- Show Choir Field Trip, 9-12p.m.
1st Gr. trip to Grant’s Farm, 9-12p.m.

Announcements:
Counselor Notes
Check out the Success Week site to see videos of our successes throughout the school year, the choir singing The Power Of One, and a picture video of our daily celebrations last week.
A big thank you to the student character education committee for making SUCCESS Week happen. The following students did a great job planning and implementing: Liza Brown, Ethan Chapie, Emma Cohen, Lauren Galloway, Will Feng, Maddie Hirsch, Zakiya Holman, Olivia Liesman, Kourtney Player, Alveena Rahim, and Holt Tipton.
We also appreciate the support we got from Ms. Bergin, Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Butz, Mr. Hearn, Coach Jander, Mrs. Lindsey Mayer, and Coach Prange with our plans. Keep on Soaring OB Eagles!
OB's Got Character
Thank you for helping make our annual district-wide service project to help our community such a SUCCESS! During the week of Fill The Barrel, Old Bonhomme's goal was to fill 8 barrels... and by working together we met our goal! As a whole, our district filled a grand total of 59 barrels!
Judy Coyman, Director of Community Relations at Operation Food Search, shared the following, "This food drive positively impacts our most fragile families throughout our community. Your food drive donations not only fill the shelves of our agencies, but also are used in our Cooking Matters classes, in adult job training programs, in after school child feeding programs, in food closets in schools, senior centers and crisis centers. You truly help us nourish our community. Operation Food Search is at its core nothing more than people helping people. We are nothing without your partnership and support. All of you are truly shining examples of what’s best about us in the St. Louis bi-state region. Thank you!"


Give STL Day
On Tuesday, May 5, help support the Ladue Education Foundation by showing our teachers how much we appreciate all their hard work and make a donation online in honor of your favorite teacher(s) at www.giveSTLday.org (search for Ladue Education Foundation).
What can we do in a day? That is what the Greater St. Louis Community Foundation and over 500 nonprofits in the St. Louis area will be trying to find out. Give STL Day is a 24-hour giving event beginning at 12 a.m. on May 5, and Ladue Education Foundation is one of the designated nonprofits!
Anyone can make a donation online by simply searching for Ladue Education Foundation at www.givestlday.orgThe minimum donation for Give STL Day is $10, and because it all takes place online, donations can be made easily and securely from anywhere throughout the day. To show your commitment to make a donation in honor of your favorite teacher(s) on Tuesday, May 5, make sure you mark “interested” on the Facebook event page at https://www.facebook.com/events/ 1059953410701144/
Any questions, please reach out to Erin Katke at 314-853-8211 or erin.katke@yahoo.com.
The Ladue School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, socioeconomic status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by law in its programs or activities. Inquiries related to the district’s employment practices may be directed to Ken Rossics, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources. Inquiries related to district student programs may be directed to Dr. Laura Brock, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum & Instruction. Both administrators can be reached at Ladue Schools Administrative Center, 9703 Conway Road, Saint Louis, MO 63124; 314-994-7080.