Friday, February 27, 2026 |
Friday, February 27, 2026 |
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 | Rose’s Message Dear Families, I would like to extend a big thank you to OHSPA for sponsoring our Art Fair Celebrating the Princess of Polka Dots - Yayoi Kusama, and to all the volunteers who helped make the Art Fair breakfast so special. It was so wonderful seeing our extended school community dressed in polka dots, celebrating the creativity of our students. On another note, we truly appreciate those of you who have taken the time to observe safe driving practices in the carline and consistently use the designated crosswalks when walking students to and from the building. Your commitment to these expectations helps ensure a safer environment for all of our children, staff, and families. When everyone works together, we create a smoother, safer process for the entire school community. Have a great weekend and enjoy the good weather heading our way next week, when we will all be looking forward to outdoor recess! Rose Gaiffe Elementary Principal rgaiffe@ohschools.org |
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Tuesday, March 3: First Day for Girls on the Run Wednesday, March 4: Board Meeting Friday, March 13: End of 3rd Quarter Monday, March 16 - March 20: Spring Break Monday, March 23:Professional Development Day - NO STUDENTS Tuesday, March 24: Hot Lunch Orders Due Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29: Spring musical "Grease" Wednesday, April 8 and Thursday, April 9: 5th/6th ELA State Testing Friday, April 10: OHSPA Movie Night Monday, April 13 and Tuesday, 14:3rd/4th ELA State Testing Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday 16: 5th SCI State Testing Wednesday, April 15: Kindergarten Parent Meeting Monday, April 2o and Tuesday, April 21: 3rd/4th MATH State Testing Wednesday, April 22 and Tuesday, April 23: 5th/6th MATH State Testing |
Tuesday, March 3: First Day for Girls on the Run Wednesday, March 4: Board Meeting Friday, March 13: End of 3rd Quarter Monday, March 16 - March 20: Spring Break Monday, March 23:Professional Development Day - NO STUDENTS Tuesday, March 24: Hot Lunch Orders Due Friday, March 27-Sunday, March 29: Spring musical "Grease" Wednesday, April 8 and Thursday, April 9: 5th/6th ELA State Testing Friday, April 10: OHSPA Movie Night Monday, April 13 and Tuesday, 14:3rd/4th ELA State Testing Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday 16: 5th SCI State Testing Wednesday, April 15: Kindergarten Parent Meeting Monday, April 2o and Tuesday, April 21: 3rd/4th MATH State Testing Wednesday, April 22 and Tuesday, April 23: 5th/6th MATH State Testing |
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 | Students observing Ramadan: Ramadan began on February 18 and will end on March 19. Muslim students who are fasting will be provided with alternative activities outside of the lunchroom during lunch. Additionally, our PE teachers will offer flexibility and will not require students to participate in strenuous activities if they are not feeling up to it. |
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 | MSA Hosting Community Iftar The Muslim Student Association invites you to join us for a Community Iftar on Friday, March 6, at 5:30 p.m. (dinner served at sunset) in the elementary new gym. Ramadan is a sacred month observed by Muslims worldwide, marked by fasting from dawn until sunset, prayer, reflection and acts of service. Each evening, the fast is broken with a meal called iftar, traditionally shared with family, friends and community. Whether you observe Ramadan or simply wish to learn more and connect with students and neighbors, all are welcome. Join us to celebrate the values of gratitude, compassion and connection. The MSA asks families to RSVP by March 3. |
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 | Top Eleven Things Students Forget to Bring to School - Water
- Chromebook
- Gym shoes
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Backpack
- Homework
- Projects
- Independent Reading book
- Coats, boots, gloves, hats
- Instruments
We are trying hard to keep our classroom interruptions to a minimum. Please remind your kids to be ready for school with all their things! |
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 | The theater department proudly announces the box office opening of GREASE! Show Times: - Friday, March 27 – 7:00 pm
- Saturday, March 28 – 7:00 pm
- Sunday, March 29 – 2:00 pm
Ticket sales will begin on Monday, February 23, 2026 |
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Pedestrian Safety Week 2026: March 9-13 |
Pedestrian Safety Week 2026: March 9-13 |
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Village Walk
Tuesday, March 10th
Starting at 7 p.m. Meet at the OH High School Flagpole All walkers are given a fluorescent safety vest to wear and keep!
Dogs, strollers, dogs in strollers; all are welcome!
DRESS TO BE SEEN |
Village Walk
Tuesday, March 10th
Starting at 7 p.m. Meet at the OH High School Flagpole All walkers are given a fluorescent safety vest to wear and keep!
Dogs, strollers, dogs in strollers; all are welcome!
DRESS TO BE SEEN |
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The key messages of the week are: - Walk facing traffic and wheels with traffic
- Walk across streets at crosswalks and always look left, right, and left again before crossing the street
- Bikes and scooters follow the road signs; be sure your bikes and scooters have front lights and red back lights/reflectors; motorized scooters must stay off the sidewalks and follow all road signs
- Drivers: stay alert! Do not allow yourself to be distracted by cell phone use or earbuds (It’s the law)
- When walking or wheeling in the dark, wear bright reflective clothing, and carry a flashlight so you can be easily seen
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The key messages of the week are: - Walk facing traffic and wheels with traffic
- Walk across streets at crosswalks and always look left, right, and left again before crossing the street
- Bikes and scooters follow the road signs; be sure your bikes and scooters have front lights and red back lights/reflectors; motorized scooters must stay off the sidewalks and follow all road signs
- Drivers: stay alert! Do not allow yourself to be distracted by cell phone use or earbuds (It’s the law)
- When walking or wheeling in the dark, wear bright reflective clothing, and carry a flashlight so you can be easily seen
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 | Step Right Up! The Ottawa Hills Schools Parent Association is seeking creative, energetic volunteers to serve as carnival committee chairs for the upcoming Elementary Carnival on May 14. If you're interested in helping plan this beloved community event, contact OHSPA at ohspaparents@gmail.com. April Meeting Date Change: The April OHSPA meeting has been moved to April 30 at 8:15 a.m. in the community room. All are welcome! |
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 | Attention Parents of Incoming Kindergarteners! If you have a child who will be starting kindergarten in the fall of the 2026-2027 school year, please take a few minutes to complete a Google Form registration (below) to receive an incoming kindergartener packet. - Packets will be sent out the week of March 16, 2026
- Your child must befive (5) years old by August 19, 2026, for admittance.
- The law also states that a child must be six (6) by September 30th to enroll in first grade.
Parent Meeting/Tour April 15, 2026 6:00 pm Elementary Old Gym |
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 | You're Invited! The Ottawa Hills Schools Foundation invites you to a Green Bear GREEN SPACE Capital Campaign Gathering to learn more about the community collaboration of health, recreation and wellness. Join at any of the following dates: - Friday, March 27, 8:15 a.m. in the Elementary Community Room
- Monday, March 30, 5:30 p.m. in The Foundry
- Tuesday, March 31, 8:15 a.m. in the Elementary Community Room
Excitement is taking root in Ottawa Hills! Be a part of the growth and join the campaign today! |
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Thank you, Valentine Moms! We’re excited to share that our Girl Scouts’ Candy Gram fundraiser during elementary lunch was a wonderful success! Thanks to the incredible support of our students, families, and staff, hundreds of candy grams were purchased and delivered—spreading smiles, kindness, and a whole lot of sweetness throughout the school. |
Thank you, Valentine Moms! We’re excited to share that our Girl Scouts’ Candy Gram fundraiser during elementary lunch was a wonderful success! Thanks to the incredible support of our students, families, and staff, hundreds of candy grams were purchased and delivered—spreading smiles, kindness, and a whole lot of sweetness throughout the school. |
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Art Fair 2026: Princess of Polka Dots - Yayoi Kusama Thank you, set up volunteers! AMAZING job. |
Art Fair 2026: Princess of Polka Dots - Yayoi Kusama Thank you, set up volunteers! AMAZING job. |
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OHES Art Fair 2026 Winners: Congratulations!! Grade 1 1st Yuven Bastola 2nd Thomas Limburg 3rd Henry Rost Most Creative: Halimah Algendy Grace Emery Max Hall Duke Hodges Landon Olejniczak Penn Padgett Paloma Viviano Grade 2 1st Soli O’Connell 2nd Austin Ryan 3rd Ava Wickline Most Creative: Lewis Barry Townes Bishop Gilly Harrington Meg Mullan Emily Naddaf Matthias Siu Bradley Stevens Raelynn Zacharias Grade 3 1st Will Raberding 2nd Silas Rocha 3rd Gilbert Gonzalez Most Creative: Eloise Carter Lina Dille Robin Hodges Zoey Malik Ava Olejniczak Noor Osman Grade 4 1st Skylar Reed 2nd Carter Newell 3rd Annaliese Roach Most Creative: Hudson Choi Jane Gagacki Evelyn Hamilton Fatima Najdi Marlow Pfeiffer Ethan Ren George Schaffer Natalie Shall Clara Simion Adham Touny Lola Tucker Grade 5 1st Amber Lim 2nd Vincent Lesniewicz 3rd Albee Su Most Creative: Hassan Aadil Paisley Gorsuch Sharif Ismai Rylee Kozak Cole Lerette Jayne Perry Judah Rocha Grade 6 1st Whitney Jerger 2nd Florence Teng 3rd Ruby Russel Most Creative: Lucie Barone Celeste Doerner Ben Effler Anya Glassman Reena Gupta Adya Mahaseth Ava Malekpour Thank you to all of the judges for taking the time to carefully review the art projects and select the winners!! |
OHES Art Fair 2026 Winners: Congratulations!! Grade 1 1st Yuven Bastola 2nd Thomas Limburg 3rd Henry Rost Most Creative: Halimah Algendy Grace Emery Max Hall Duke Hodges Landon Olejniczak Penn Padgett Paloma Viviano Grade 2 1st Soli O’Connell 2nd Austin Ryan 3rd Ava Wickline Most Creative: Lewis Barry Townes Bishop Gilly Harrington Meg Mullan Emily Naddaf Matthias Siu Bradley Stevens Raelynn Zacharias Grade 3 1st Will Raberding 2nd Silas Rocha 3rd Gilbert Gonzalez Most Creative: Eloise Carter Lina Dille Robin Hodges Zoey Malik Ava Olejniczak Noor Osman Grade 4 1st Skylar Reed 2nd Carter Newell 3rd Annaliese Roach Most Creative: Hudson Choi Jane Gagacki Evelyn Hamilton Fatima Najdi Marlow Pfeiffer Ethan Ren George Schaffer Natalie Shall Clara Simion Adham Touny Lola Tucker Grade 5 1st Amber Lim 2nd Vincent Lesniewicz 3rd Albee Su Most Creative: Hassan Aadil Paisley Gorsuch Sharif Ismai Rylee Kozak Cole Lerette Jayne Perry Judah Rocha Grade 6 1st Whitney Jerger 2nd Florence Teng 3rd Ruby Russel Most Creative: Lucie Barone Celeste Doerner Ben Effler Anya Glassman Reena Gupta Adya Mahaseth Ava Malekpour Thank you to all of the judges for taking the time to carefully review the art projects and select the winners!! |
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Have a wonderful weekend! Mrs. Rose Gaiffe Principal Ms. Julie Pawlicki Mrs. Jeanie Hardman Administrative Assistant Attendance Secretary Mrs. Laura Baird, B.S.N. Mrs. Elizabeth Proctor Mrs. Mary Beth Ellison School Nurse School Counselor School Counselor |
Have a wonderful weekend! Mrs. Rose Gaiffe Principal Ms. Julie Pawlicki Mrs. Jeanie Hardman Administrative Assistant Attendance Secretary Mrs. Laura Baird, B.S.N. Mrs. Elizabeth Proctor Mrs. Mary Beth Ellison School Nurse School Counselor School Counselor |
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Ottawa Hills Elementary School3602 Indian Road Ottawa Hills, OH 43606-2204Office: 419-536-8329 Fax: 419-536-6932 |
Ottawa Hills Elementary School3602 Indian Road Ottawa Hills, OH 43606-2204Office: 419-536-8329 Fax: 419-536-6932 |
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