One way to avoid the summer slide is to continue reading. A number of organizations offer programs to encourage reading during the summer. Imagination Library has a list of books for all grade levels.
https://imaginationsoup.net/summer-reading-list-for-kids/
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PCSSD recently participated in the Great Arkansas Treasure Hunt, receiving more than $8,700 in unclaimed property from the State of Arkansas. Thank you Auditor Dennis Milligan for spearheading this campaign to bring this money back to PCSSD! #pcssdproud #serveall
The ESOL team traveled to the Comprehensible Input Summit in mid-July. This 5 day workshop focused on teaching students through acquisition-driven instruction. They brought back skills and techniques to improve community connections with our EL families. #pcssdproud #serveall
It's time to introduce the staff who keep Oak Grove Elementary running smoothly! If you need help with registration or want to leave a message for your child's teacher, they are here to help. If you have any questions about school events or need anything, please call the school office at 501-851-5370. You'll speak to Ms. Shannon Johnson or Mrs. Dee Ketelaar!
Let's welcome Jalesa Mc-Daniel Lee to Oak Grove Elementary as a kindergarten teacher! Her inspiration quote is, "the expert in anything was once a beginner" . She looks forward to pouring into her students and building positive relationships among them. We can't wait to love on them and watch them grow, too, Ms. Lee!
Seven days until school starts! Please complete the free and reduced lunch form for OGE. All students will receive free breakfast and lunch this school year due to a district grant. However, by completing this application, you help our school earn money which goes directly to improving instruction. It's online and easy to do! https://bit.ly/ogeapp
WillSub (ESS) is hiring for substitutes for PCSSD for the upcoming school year. Choose your schedule based on when and where you want to work. There are ongoing training opportunities, weekly pay and benefits. Apply today at www.ess.com. #pcssdproud #serveall
Introducing Ms. Mary Grace Allen who is joining the Oak Grove team as a PreK teacher. Ms. Allen is inspired by this quote from Albert Einstein: "Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried something new." Her PreK students will have lots of opportunities to try new things. We can't wait!
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. Information about school immunization requirements is available at pcssd.org, including where vaccines are available and exemption information.
https://www.pcssd.org/page/immunization-requirements
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Only 8 days left until school starts! In order to volunteer on field trips, party days, working with students or teachers, complete the PCSSD volunteer application. Once approved, we will put you to work! Don't wait until the last minute. Here is more information and a link to the application. https://www.pcssd.org/page/volunteer-info Thank you for helping us keep a safe environment for our students.
Whitney Barrett is returning and will be teaching first grade this year. Mrs. Barrett wants to share a quote by Maya Angelou to inspire her students and others for the new school year--“Nothing will work unless you do.” Great advice, Mrs. Barrett!
PCSSD teachers focus on educating the whole child, and EVERFI programs have helped us do that. We are honored to earn EVERFI K-12's Empowered District Seal!
https://www.pcssd.org/article/1185044
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Nine days until school starts! Uniforms are not required for the new school year, but please read the PCSSD dress policy. https://bit.ly/3pRmtFx
We look forward to seeing students dressed to express themselves and show that they are ready for learning every day!
It's a Friday Funny!
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Paul McCowan is back as the full time school counselor at Oak Grove Elementary. What is he looking forward to the most? Mr. McCowan says, "all the smiles and hugs from everyone!" We can't wait to see your smiling face, Mr. McCowan!
Arkansas' tax free weekend starts tomorrow!! If you haven't already, now is the time to purchase your child's school supplies. Find a full list of school supply lists here: https://trst.in/5lNzKq.
Details on tax free shopping found here: https://trst.in/KgDrOG
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Only 10 days until school starts! Join us on Friday, August 11th for Open House! from 5:00 to 6:00 PM. Have a popsicle with the new Principal, Mrs. Hodge, and meet your teacher. Choose a backpack and get your school supplies thanks to donations from Graves Memorial Baptist Church. We can't wait to see you!
School starts back in 10 days! We've created a back to school guide with quick links to important information to ease the transition from summer to school year. We can't wait to see you on August 14! Click here to view the guide: bit.ly/PCSSD_backtoschool23-24
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Oak Grove Elementary will host its open house on Friday, August 11 from 4:30 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. This is your chance to visit the school and ask any questions before the first day of school (which is August 14). See you soon!
Let's have a round of applause for Coach Jarred White who is back as PE coach at Oak Grove! He is looking forward to a fresh start and seeing our hornets again soon! It won't be long now, Coach. Rest up while you can!
