Dear OHS Families,

As we move into February at the end of this week, we also arrive at our 100^th day of school, a milestone of great celebration in our younger grades.  It is somehow fitting that our 100^th Day of School falls on Groundhog Day this year.  Just as Punxsutawney Phil looks ahead to predict the changing seasons, our students have also been on an incredible journey of growth and learning over the past 100 days. It's a wonderful opportunity for us to reflect on the progress they've made and celebrate the accomplishments they've achieved so far.

Concert Appreciation

This past week we had a dazzling fifth grade winter concert featuring our fifth grade orchestra and chorus, with accompaniment of piano, guitar, and percussion.  It was a wonderful night to celebrate the musical learning that has been taking place this year in fifth grade. 

This coming Thursday, our fourth grade orchestra takes the stage for the first time.  This is an exciting first performance for first-year instrumentalists. 

Big thanks to our music teacher and choral director, Mrs. Haskitt, and our orchestra teacher, Mrs. Trombley, for all the effort they have put into developing our students’ interests and skills in music this year.  Also thanks to our accompanists, Mrs. Bettke and Mr. Haskitt.

Sweetheart Dance

This coming Saturday, 2/3, is the second annual Sweetheart Dance.  Big thanks to Rebecca Hasiotis, Marcia Lyman, Livia Gillespie, Eva Elinskas and all the volunteers who are working and will be working to make this night special.  I am looking forward to this special night.

Have a great start to February,

David

Last day for tickets!

Last call! Today is the last day to buy your tickets for the Sweetheart Dance - click here to purchase.

Volunteers needed

If your child is taking another special adult to the dance - join the fun and volunteer! We are in need of helpers to staff our food, craft and game stations and to assist with set up and clean up.  Volunteers get an extra photo booth voucher!

Click here to sign up to volunteer!

Know Before you Go! Dance Details

• There's no dress code, but kids and parents should dress to impress!
• There will be a coat check - more streamlined this year
• If you purchased a corsage or boutonniere, they'll be ready for you to pick up at the dance
• Each couples ticket comes with a voucher for the photo booth. The voucher allows you to jump ahead of those who are waiting to take additional photos.
  • Volunteers get an extra photo voucher when they check in!
• For food and drink this year we'll have a dessert and hot chocolate bar, and a water station
• If you're escorting a 5th grader make sure you stay for the last dance - we'll have a special moment for 5th graders and their special adult!

Questions? Contact the Sweetheart Dance committee - Rebecca Hasiotis, Eva Elinskas, Livia Gillespie, or Marcia Lyman