Frequently Asked Questions
What if my child is absent?
Please email:
Student's FULL NAME
REASON FOR ABSENCE
DATE AND TIME LEAVING
Upon returning from an appointment:
- Bring a doctor's note back to Jeanie
In accordance with state mandates, parents must notify the school of their child’s absence each day by 8:00 a.m. on the day of the absence. If the school is not contacted about the child’s absence within the first hour of school, the parent/guardian will be notified via our automated messaging system.
My child takes medication. What steps should I follow?
Please complete the Request for Administering Medication to Students form, which can be found at www.ohschools.org under the Health Services section.
For questions about medication and/or other health-related matters, please email our School Nurse, Allison Burnett, at aburnett@ohschools.org
What are my school fees, and how do I pay them?
School fees vary by grade level and activities. You can find fees online by visitingwww.ohschools.org. To see the fee schedule, click PARENTS (MYOH) and click on the Academic Fees tab. To pay your fees, click on PARENTS (MYOH), then Online Payments, OR drop off a check made out to OHLS to the Elementary School Office.
Is there an after-school program?
The YMCA of Greater Toledo offers an After-School Child Care Program inside the Elementary School Old Gym (small gym). The program follows the Elementary School building calendar and is open 2:45- 6:00 p.m.; it offers full-time and part-time options for families. The program’s first day is Wednesday, Aug. 19. If you have questions, please contact YMCA After-Care at 419-535-2999.
What if my child leaves something at home that she/he needs?
If your child leaves something at home (lunchbox, backpack, school supplies, projects, etc.), we have a “Student Drop-off Table” located in our main entry vestibule. When dropping off an item, please press the intercom button to let our office know you are putting something on the table. We ask that you label the item with your child’s name/homeroom teacher. We will ensure that your child receives the item promptly.
What time is school in session?
Daily Schedule:
8:00 am Indian Rd. doors open
8:10 am Classes begin
2:42 pm (new) Walkers (grades 1-6) dismissed
2:47 pm (new) Kindergarteners and loading den students dismissed
Is there a lunch program?
We do not have a traditional lunch program. Instead, our Ottawa Hills Schools Parent Association (OHSPA) contracts with outside vendors and catering companies.
Hot lunch services to grades K-6 will start on Tuesday, September 8th. Students should plan on packing their lunch until this day. Please note that there is not a microwave available to warm student lunches up.
