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Avoid a ticket. Obey all parking signs and traffic laws when visiting Oak Grove Elementary.
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> ITBS & CogAT scores for 1st, 3rd, and 5th graders have arrived. We are sorting and organzing them this week. They will come home in your child's communicator on Friday, Jan. 13th. We do not have any information yet on gifted identification.
> Congrats to Ordia W. and Panikos H. for their performance in the 2012 Oak Grove Spelling Bee. Ordia won with the word "remorseful" and will represent Oak Grove at the DeKalb County Spelling Bee next month. Panikos came in second place. 24 students participated and made a great showing!
>The Oak Grove Lego Robotics team won a first place award at the county meet in December. They are competing at the Super-Regional event in Warner-Robbins on Saturday, Jan. 6th. Good luck to the team coached by Dauray Impersine and Linda Stuhr!
>Next Friday, Jan. 13th, be on the lookout for our after-school Spanish class information and registration. We will have Spanish classes on Wednesdays from 2:45 to 3:45 in February through May for K-1, 2-3, and 4-5 grade students.
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| Honor's Day Program for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grades
Oak Grove Elementary is excited to announce Honor's Day Programs for 3rd through 5th grades. We will be honoring students and their accomplishments in a variety of areas... academics, extra-curricular, fine arts, etc. The theme for our honors day programs will be "How are we smart?" versus a more common theme of "How smart are we?" We feel as though Honor's Day will highlight Learning Without Limits at Oak Grove Elementary!
Honor's Day will take place in school-wide programs for 3rd grade through 5th grade. They will be held at the end of the school year to celebrate student performance. The events will be held as follows. You will receive an invitation if your child is being recognized.
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
5th grade, 8:30am
Thursday, May 24, 2012
4th grade, 8:30am
3rd grade, 9:30am
Students can earn honors in the following areas:
Principal's List: All A's and all S's in specials, conduct and work habits
Honor Roll: All B's or better and all S's in specials, conduct and work habits
Specials Award: Outstanding performance in Art, Music, Instrumental Music, and/or Physical Education
Most Improved Award: Reserved for students who have made big improvements in performance during the year
Perfect Attendance: Reserved for students who have been at school and on-time every day of the semester (religious leave does not count against perfect attendance). A special year-long Perfect Attendance Award can be earned.
Extra Effort: Given to students who have demonstrated effort at the "above and beyond" level in their academic work
Citizenship: Given to one student per homeroom for demonstrating outstanding citizenship
Subject Awards (Social Studies, Science, Math, Language Arts):
Given to one student per subject area per homeroom in 4th and 5th grades for top academic performance in subject areas.
Extra-curricular Awards: These awards will be given for top performance and/or participation in our school clubs and competitions. Examples include Science Olympiad, Math Team, Academic Bowl, Lego-Robotics, Track Club, Math SuperStars, Reading Bowl, Spelling Bee, etc.
- Dr. Neely
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Math Superstars Deadline Change
Session 4 of Math Superstars is now available. Please use the following link to print your all worksheets: https://sites.google.com/site/oakgrovematheagles/. Don't forget to print the Supernova Bonus questions as well and remember to answer all questions on the regular Math Superstars worksheets since you get partial credit for effort.
Please note our next deadline has been changed. It is now Thursday, January 19th.
Thanks for participating.
Gloria Kim and the Math Superstars Team
lovetobake@comcast.net
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Recycling Update
We are a new committee on the PTA and are thrilled to have had a successful start. Thank you to all the support from Dr. Neely, staff and parents.
Great news! Since the inception of our drink pouch and glue stick recycling programs, we have collected nearly 4,000 drink pouches and 600 glue sticks! What does this mean in dollars? How about over $80 in funds for the PTA! It doesn't sound like much, but this is FREE MONEY! We're getting paid to do something great for the environment!
The paper recycling program is going very well. Thank you to Mr. Owen and our after-school students for collecting and disposing of the paper from each classroom and office! Great work!
We encourage you and your families to reuse, repurpose and recycle at home.
If you would like to join the Recycling Committee or help during school events, please contact Michelle Register: mopttc@gmail.com
PS: We have also filled about a dozen 50 gallon co-mingled recycle bags with plastics, glass, and aluminum from the teacher's lounge alone. Parents and staff have been volunteering to pick it up weekly for curbside recycling. THANK YOU! ~Dr. Neely
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Class Pictures
Angie Whitaker and Joe Carson will be at Oak Grove on January 31st to take class pictures. Mark the date on your calendar so your child will be ready to smile!
Please contact Kristen Logan at kristenvlogan@yahoo.com, should you have any questions.
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Taylor Organics and CSA Program
Taylor Organics has been Oak Grove Elementary's Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program since last May. Members really enjoy Neil Taylor's superior produce. We even get some homemade organic jellies, jams, and ciders. Our kids experience new foods! Every week is an exciting adventure with what you are going to cook for your family. Neil also provides recipes on his blog and members share recipes too. We invite you to join this wonderful community program.
When: Tuesday evenings (year round).
Where: SPRIG Restaurant in the Oak Grove Village, 2860 LaVista Road, Decatur, GA 30033
Who: Any families living in our general neighborhood who want to enjoy fresh organic veggies, fruits, and more from a local farm. All local schools and communities are welcome to participate.
How: Go to http://taylororganic.blogspot.com to sign up.
Questions: Call Taylor Organics at 770-981-0827
Don't forget to mention that you are joining the OAK GROVE CSA.
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LAST CHANCE!
Last chance to register for the Oak Grove Creative Drama Club Winter/Spring Session which begins on January 11th!
Give your K-4th Grade child the GIFT of creativity that lasts a lifetime. There is still room in the Wednesday and Thursday classes. Check online for the schedule, details about the program and to register www.dramachildren.com or contact Doris Seiden, Director at (678)557-1456.
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A Program for 3rd-5th Grade Girls - Registration opens Monday, Jan. 9th
Girls on the Run is a non-profit organization designed to educate and prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and healthy living. The program consists of training for a 5K race while incorporating character building, self esteem enhancing activities and a focus on healthy living. The Girls on the Run program takes place over 12 weeks and consists of several chapters across the country. A local chapter is available serving our community. Visit www.girlsontherunatlanta.org for more information.
Registration Information for local chapter:
- Briarcliff Woods Chapter (Briarcliff Woods Beach Club, 1830 Morris Landers Road, Atlanta, GA 30345)
- Meetings - Tuesdays from 4-5:30pm & Sundays from 4-5:30pm (program begins Feb. 14th and concludes with a 5K race on Apr. 28th)
- Program fee: $170 (Scholarships are available)
- Maximum of 15 participants per chapter
- Registration opens January9th at 9 am at www.girlsontherunatlanta.org (Register at 9:00 am on 1/9 as space is limited and will fill quickly. Choose Briarcliff Woods as your chapter. Registration closes on 2/18.)
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See the Difference a Few Hours Can Make!
Leff's Last Re-Sort
Organizing Consultant
Karen Leff, 404-226-3292
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Sincerely,
Amy Busch
Oak Grove Elementary PTA |
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