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OV Family Newsletter 12/2

Posted Date: 12/02/24 (3:25 PM)

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December 2, 2024
 
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Hello, OV Families!
We're excited to share the latest happenings and updates from our school community to keep you informed and engaged.

SCHOOL HOURS:
  • Mondays - Thursdays: 8:05am - 2:45pm
  • Fridays: 8:05am - 1:30pm

NEED TO REPORT YOUR STUDENT'S ABSENCE?
Email our attendance clerk (Therese McNamara) at OVAttendance@mukilteo.wednet.edu or search "Attendance" in ParentSquare to send her a message.

If you have any questions, please call our office at (425) 366-5200 or email our office manager, Jamie Wright: WrightJL@mukilteo.wednet.edu.
 
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IMPORTANT DATES
  • 12/2: First day of 2nd Trimester
  • 12/2: Home Volleyball Games start @ 3:45pm
  • 12/3: OV Music Boosters Meeting @ 7pm in band room (C110) to discuss May trip to Spokane
  • 12/4: Home Volleyball Games start @ 3:45pm
  • 12/9: Home Volleyball Games start @ 3:45pm
  • 12/10: Trimester 1 Grades posted in Qmlativ
  • 12/10: OV Music Boosters Makeup Meeting @ 5:30pm in cafeteria to discuss May trip to Spokane
  • 12/10: Band Concert @ 7pm in gym
  • 12/11: Home Volleyball Games start @ 3:45pm
  • 12/12: OV PTO Staff Appreciation Treat Day
  • 12/12: OV Music Boosters Makeup VIRTUAL Meeting @ 7pm to discuss May trip to Spokane
  • 12/16 - 12/20: Winter Sweater Week
  • 12/16: Home Boys Basketball Games start @ 3:45pm
  • 12/17: Choir & Orchestra Concert @ 7pm in gym
  • 12/18: Home Boys Basketball Games start @ 3:45pm
  • 12/19: Home Boys Basketball Games start @ 3:45pm
  • 12/20: Early Dismissal Day--OV students dismissed at noon with FREE Grab 'n Go sack lunches available
  • 12/23 - 1/3: Winter Break (No School)
 
PIRATES OF THE MONTH--NOVEMBER
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Congratulations to our November Pirates of the Month! These students were chosen for the theme of “Positivity.” Thank you for leading by example, Pirates!

L-R: Liam Meyer, Enerel Orgil, Solyana Tsegay, Elyn Petersen, Denisse Bernal
Not pictured: Alicia Moreno Molina

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STUDENT EXPECTATIONS AT HOME GAMES IN GYM
Games do not begin until 3:45. Students are not supervised after school. They must leave campus, attend an afterschool club or go directly to the gym until the game starts.

  • We are not responsible for students that choose to go off campus or to unsupervised areas.

  • Once students enter the gym, they must remain in the gym until a ride home arrives or the game is over. No in and out.
 
  • Students may come into the gym at 2:50 but must remain there until a ride home arrives or the game is over.

  • Students should remain in the bleachers before and during the game unless they are using the restroom.

  • No food or gum is allowed in the gym and only water to drink.

  • Rides home must be arranged before attending the game or students must catch the 4pm activity bus.

  • Student supervision is not provided after the game nor is supervision provided if the student is not in the gym.

  • Positive cheering only.
 
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REMINDER! BRING ID CARDS TO SCHOOL DAILY!
Please remind your student to bring their OV ID card they received at picture day to school every day. Having their ID cards easily available helps lines go quicker and also helps bus drivers for safety purposes.

Students should use their ID cards daily if they check in late at the office, when checking out library books, when going through lunch lines and also when boarding the school bus to show drivers they are on their assigned bus.

BONUS! Students using their ID card in library get a Pirate Pride card and also a fancy bookmark!

If your student has lost their ID card, they can purchase a replacement card for $5 in the bookkeeper's office.

Thanks for your help in making our school run smoothly.
 
LIBRARY NEWS
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BOOK eFAIR 2024
Thanks to the students and families that purchased the 28 books for OV’s first ever book eFair from Follett. We did not meet our goal of 50 books, but our school and teachers did benefit! 
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Sora: FREE Audio & eBooks Available
Earlier this month, all students reviewed how to access FREE audio and e-books through the Sora app. Students access this on their computers through the Clever or Schoology Portal or they can download the app for free on their personal devices.

Our school purchases some book titles, but students also can access the thousands of titles from the Sno-Isle library system with our partnership. Students can electronically check out up to 3 titles for 3 weeks/time. It’s a great way to participate in story time together! And there’s never an overdue book because it automatically gets removed off a student’s account when it’s due!

Students may also access nearly the same content with the Libby app (but need to have a public library card to access – LOOK FOR MORE INFO about how to sign up for a public library card soon!) If you have any questions, please contact our librarian, Mrs. Peterson
 
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PACKS FOR KIDS ALLIANCE
Many students in the Mukilteo School District are experiencing food insecurity, including students here at OV. The Mukilteo Packs for Kids Alliance is supporting these students at every school throughout the district (with the exception of Mukilteo Elementary, which is funded through PTSA and an ECEAP grant). 

The Packs for Kids Alliance is a volunteer organization, and they appreciate everyone's contributions. Want to purchase food for the program and have it shipped directly to the alliance? CLICK HERE to place an order for the program. Thanks for your support! Questions? Please email our Family Engagement Liaison, Tracy Lane (LaneTL@mukilteo.wednet.edu).
 
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WINTER SWEATER WEEK
It's almost time to bust out those cool (or ugly) winter sweaters! Wear your best holiday or random character sweaters during the week of December 16-20.
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NUTRITION SERVICES: MEAL SURVEY
Calling all OV students! What is your opinion on your school meals? Our kitchen staff want to hear from you about your likes and dislikes. Please use the QR above to take the survey or CLICK HERE. Survey closes this Friday, December 6th. (Must be filled out by students only.)
 
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HOMEWORK HELP (MONDAYS - THURSDAYS)
Does your student need homework help?
  • Our 6th graders can attend FREE tutoring sessions in C143 after school for Learning Labs with Ms. Frankee and Ms. Jan.
  • Our 7th and 8th graders can stay after school in the library for Elect to Learn (ETL)
Students can also ride the 4pm activity bus home. (Make sure your student knows their address. Staff can help students get on the correct North or South bus.)
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UPDATE FROM 6TH GRADE LEARNING LABS
Ms. Jan and Ms. Frankee are not available today through Wednesday (12/4), so 6th graders staying for Learning Labs need to head to the library to do homework and work on math facts.

Questions or need more information? Please email Learning Labs director, Jan Link.
 
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MEET OUR STUDENT SUPPORT ADVOCATE
Hello! My name is Patricia Nogueda, and I am the Student Support Advocate for OV. I connect students and families to resources and support within the community.

I can help students and families connect to….
  • Food or Clothing
  • Housing Resources
  • Youth Shelters
  • Resources for paying utility bills
  • Mental Health Therapists
  • Support Groups
  • Health Insurance
  • Documentation – Birth Certificate, ID, DACA, Social Security
  • State and Federal Assistance
  • Legal Resources
  • LGBTOAI + Supports
  • BIPOC Supports
  • A safe place to talk and more

You can contact me with questions or to set up an appointment at (425) 366-5224 or by email at noguedapx@mukilteo.wednet.edu. I look forward to a successful school year for you and your student(s).
 
Afterschool Clubs
Get involved! Join a club! Check out the CLUBS CALENDAR for more details. (Make sure to check the start date.) More clubs will be added throughout the school year. Keep checking the calendar!

Students participating in an afterschool club can ride the activity bus home (must live in bus boundary). Important--make sure your student knows his/her address. There is a North and a South bus; supervising staff can help students get on the correct bus.
 
OV PTO News
OLYMPIC VIEW PTO
OV PTO sponsors many events throughout the school year!
Holiday Staff Appreciation 2024
OV PTO UPCOMING EVENTS
12/12 Holiday Staff Appreciation
HAPPENING IN 2 WEEKS - We are asking families to help THANK OV STAFF this holiday season by bringing in a dozen (or more!) of your favorite desserts and snacks for the staff on Thursday, December 12th! Don't have time to bake or buy? We are accepting cash donations to purchase items for you at https://paypal.me/ovpto. To sign up to BRING something, go HERE. To sign up to VOLUNTEER, go HERE.
 
1/13 Zoom General Meeting at 7pm
 
1/16 Fun & Games: Ice Cream Social & STEAM activities (2:45-4pm) 
Students are invited to join PTO‘s next after school event featuring STEAM Stations (making a 3-D name keychain, making butter, math activities and more). Free ice cream sundae to students attending and will also be entered into gift card raffle for prizes. Students can ride activity bus home as space allows. 
 
OLYMPIC VIEW MUSIC BOOSTERS
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IMPORTANT BAND TRIP INFO FROM JEFF RAY (OV BAND DIRECTOR):
Have a student in band or a student planning on participating in color guard (flags & poms) this year? Join the Olympic View Music Boosters Board for informational meetings about the upcoming Marching Band and Color Guard Spring Trips. 

The plan is to be a part of the Junior Lilac Festival Parade in Spokane, Washington on May 10. As this trip is a multi-day trip, we are planning multiple opportunities to share the plans for the trip now in order to help families start to prepare. Pick one of these dates that work best for you:
 
  • Tuesday, December 3, at 7pm in the OV Band Room
  • Tuesday, December 10, at 5:30pm in the OV Cafeteria (this is before the Winter Concert) 
  • Thursday, December 12 at 7pm Virtual Meeting (Details to Come)

Questions? Contact Katie Johnson at ovmbpresident1@gmail.com
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Merry Mukilteo
JAZZ BAND AT MUKILTEO TREE LIGHTING (12/7)
Important Info for our Jazz Band members:

  • All drummers, bass player, and piano players meet at 2:00pm at OV band room for loading.

  • Students needing anything for the performance (including horn players) should also meet at the OV band room at 2pm.

  • Please use the student drop-off area while waiting for your student.

  • If you don't need to be at OV, please meet at Rosehill at 2:30pm sharp.

  • Performance starts at 3:30pm.

*** Important: We need 2-3 vehicles to haul the electric piano, drum set, and bass amp/guitar! Please have your child let me know if you are available to help.

Immediately following the performance, we will quickly load up everything and go to OV for a quick unload! 
 
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CONTACT INFO
If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact us.
 
 
IMPORTANT LINKS:
OV HOMEPAGE
OV STAFF DIRECTORY
OV BELL SCHEDULE
OV ONLINE PAYMENTS
OV INSTAGRAM
 
OV SPORTS SCHEDULES
OV SPORTS REGISTRATION
 
SCHOOL CALENDAR 2024-2025
MUKILTEO SCHOOL DISTRICT
 
OV PTO FACEBOOK
OV PTO INSTAGRAM
OV PTO CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Mukilteo School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employees have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator and Title IX Coordinator Simone Neal (425-356-1244), nealsr@mukilteo.wednet.edu, Section 504 Coordinator Becca Anderson (425-356-1277), andersonra@mukilteo.wednet.edu, and the ADA/Access Coordinator Karen Mooseker (425-356-1330), moosekerkw@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9401 Sharon Drive in Everett, WA. Inquiries regarding ADA/Access issues at Sno-Isle TECH Skills Center should be directed to Wes Allen, Director (425-348-2220) allenwr@mukilteo.wednet.edu. Address: 9001 Airport Road in Everett, WA 98204.