April News

Posted by: on: April 9 2012 • Categorized in: News Notes

From the office…

TCAP—The year is moving  – FAST!  It is hard to believe it is already time for TCAP test.  The students will be taking the TCAP test the last full week of April.  Please be sure to encourage your child to do their best.  15% of the students’ final grade in reading/language arts, math, science and social studies will come from their TCAP scores.  To be successful the student should have at least 8 hours of sleep the weekend prior to TCAP as well as each night of the test, eat a good breakfast, be present and on time for school each day, and try their best.  If your child has test anxiety encourage them to take a deep breath, focus, and to just do their best.

Trips—We will be planning several trips in April and May.  Some of the trips are during the week and some are on Saturdays.  We hope your child will be able to experience these by having good behavior, doing their work and following the rules. 

Dyllis Springs Elementary is still scheduled to open for the 2012-2013 school year.  It will be located on Ollis Road in Oliver Springs and will combine the Oliver Springs Pre K—4 grades and Dyllis’ K-4 grades.  The 5th grade students from both schools will attend Oliver Springs Middle.

Spring Registration—We will have spring registration for Pre K , K, out of county and out of district  beginning Monday, April 30—Friday, May 11.  Students registering for Pre K will need to provide a copy of their 2011 tax return.  Pre K and Kindergarten registering students will also need to bring their birth certificates, social security card, immunization and physical record.  These forms will need to be completed before they can attend in the fall.

Any child that will turn 4 before September 30 will need to register for Pre K.  Any child that will turn 5 before September 30 will need to register for Kindergarten.

Non-request—During spring registration parents may request their child not be placed in a particular teacher’s class.  A parent may also request their child not be placed in the same class as another student.  The school will try to honor  these request but cannot guarantee each request will be granted.  All requests must be in writing.

 Talent Show Results  This year’s Talent Show was the first in many years.  The students first had to audition.  Those that made it past this round performed in front of the student body  as a dress rehearsal to their final performance and the judging on Thursday, March 29.

The judges had a difficult task ahead of them as the performers took to the stage.  There were 3 categories:  1st—4th grades, 5th—6th grades and 7th—8th grades.  The winners were Savanna Evans—singing (1-4), Hannah Henley, Tiffany Boswell, and Rosemarie Orange—dancing  (5th—6th ), and Megan Moran—singing(7th –8th).  Runner ups were Trey Boswell—dancing (1-4), Eli Charles—playing the guitar (5th—6th), and Jesse Stephenson—playing the drums (7th –8th).  All the participants were awesome.  Thank you to everyone who performed and delighted us with your talent.  Oliver Springs Elementary is loaded with talent as these students exhibited in the show.

Mr. LaLoggia and Mrs. Hubbard did a great job preparing the students and doing all the behind the scene work.  Mrs. Tracy Jordan did her usual fantastic job of decorating the stage.  Mrs. Huckaby was the master of ceremonies for the show and did an awesome job.  Other teachers were instrumental in the success of the program:  Mrs. Nipper, Widner, Martha Smith, and Henry.

DONATIONS NEEDED  Each year the students who have excelled are recognized at the Honor’s Day and Attendance Day celebrations.  Each year we have people in the community who want to make a difference in a child’s life because that child has chosen to reach for the stars and strive for excellence.  Community members or individuals may donate money to be given at our end of the years programs.  If you would like to make a donation please send your money to the office before May 1st.

 4-H News  It’s that time of the year again…March. March is not only the month to showcase awesome basketball teams, but it is also the month of 4-H demonstrations. This fifth grade class certainly lived up to its reputation and had some superior demonstrations. One hundred percent of the fifth grade 4-H Club participated in the demonstration contest. Receiving first place in Nutrition was Mason Hill. In Clothing and Textiles, Isabella Poche got the blue ribbon. In the category of computers, Cheyenne McHale took home the first place ribbon. Our most popular category, Food Science, had several winners. Participation went to Lindsay Grace, Riley Walker, and Kora Benton. Kaylen Benbenek won third place, second place was won by Joseph Chaston, and Savannah Thompson took first place. In Performing Arts, Hannah Robbins received second place and Ashley Handy placed first. Kirstin Kegley won first place and Payton Harness won second place in the Companion Animal category. In Line and Design, Monica Porter received third place, Andrew Johnson got second place, and Anne-Marie Walls won the first place award. Last but not least, was the Personnel Development category. Houston Patterson received a participation ribbon. Zachary Gallaher got third place, Michaela Beach got second place, and Sarah Hohman won first place. All in all, everyone did a fantastic job giving their 4-H demonstration !

 

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Mission

Our mission is to provide a safe, positive learning environment which encourages students to become productive citizens in a diverse and technological society.

Vision

Oliver Springs Elementary will prepare students to be successful in life while constantly striving to achieve maximum potential and excellence.

Beliefs

Every student can progress if given the opportunity and encouragement.

Each child will be provided a clean, safe, and stimulating environment to promote learning and good self-esteem.

Parent and community involvement in a key to learning success.

Accountability for educational progress should be shared equally by students, parents, teachers, and administrators.

Students, parents, teachers, and administrators should work together to consistently promote good citizenship and discipline.

The education of a well-rounded student should include not only academics but also fine arts including music, technology, and physical fitness.

Capability

At Oliver Springs Elementary School, it is believed that all children are capable of learning when given a positive learning environment provided by the school and the proper support and motivation by the home and community.

“A” Honor Roll Requirements

In order to be on the "A" Honor Roll, a student must have all A's in every subject including activity classes. To qualify for the "A" Honor Roll in the year end program, students must make all A's each nine weeks grading period. (No B's)

“A/B” Honor Roll Requirements

In order to be on the "A/B" Honor Roll, a student must have all A's and B's in every subject including activity classes. To qualify for the "A/B" Honor Roll in the year end program, students must make A's and B's each nine weeks grading period. (No C's)

Cell Phones

Due to an error in the handbook concerning cell phones: Effective Wednesday, February 10, 2010, all cell phones must be turned off between the hours of 7:45 am and 3:45 pm. Cell phone usage during these times is prohibited. Also, students who participate in after school classes, practices, clubs, and etc are not allowed to use cell phones during these activities until granted permission by the supervising staff personnel. Cell phones are not allowed for Pre K-5th grade at any time.

Bullying

We want to remind students that if you attack someone, that is considered assault and you will be charged and could possibly spend the rest of the year at MEC. If both people are involved, it will be considered a fight and will be a minimum of 5 days at MEC for both individuals. If you are found to be carrying tales that causes a fight or problems between two individuals, you hold partial blame and will also receive punishment.