Ottobine Elementary School

Third grade students learned about animal adaptations and ecosystems on their field trip to Big Meadows in the Shenandoah National Park.

Ottobine Elementary was awarded $3000 from JMU Athletics! The donation was due to JMU's participation with College Football Playoff Foundation's Extra Yard for Teachers program. Mrs. Kratz and Mrs. Williams attended the game and represented OES! Thank you JMU Athletics!

Save the Date for October 26th!

PreK and Kindergarten classes had a great time learning about fire safety this week with Firefighter Fiona and Firefighter Ryan!

Mark your calendar! Next week is Spirit Week at OES!

A former OES student was recognized as WPMS Character Counts student last night at WPMS. Congratulations Emma Foster!

Two of our 5th grade students were recognized at last nights school board meeting for their character. Congratulations Madelyn Morgan and Wyatt Harman!

The Bridgewater Rotary Club presented each 3rd grade student with their own dictionary.

Here is a way to order OES Gear! https://81sportswear.com/ottobine_elementary/shop/home

Mrs. Hylton's second grade class enjoyed edible math last week!

Join us for Episode 7 of RCPS Community Partners Cafe podcast! 🎧 Are you a parent or caregiver navigating the new school year with an elementary school child? Lindsey Bateman, an RCPS elementary guidance counselor, has some fantastic tips and tricks to share! 🌟 Learn how to help your child handle school transitions, emotions, and socialization. Lindsey's insights on identifying and addressing emotions can make a world of difference during these times of change.  Remember, families are the first teachers, and we can empower our children throughout the school year. 🏆 Tune in for practical advice that you can start using today!  https://www.rcps.net/page/rcps-community-partner-cafe #RCPSCommunityPartnersCafe #ElementarySchool #ParentingTips

Mrs. Lescanec and Ms. Allen's class played Pac-Man tag today in PE. Mrs. Brubaker stepped in as sub this morning!

Save the Date! October 25th will be our first Fun Run fundraiser that includes parents! More information to come!

Third Grade students practiced graphing and enjoyed a pizza treat!

Two smiling faces at lunch today! The cafeteria is now ordering through a company that the USDA has donated funds to so that we can order have fruit and vegetable cups with school lunch meals. Today we served carrots and fresh strawberries. We will also begin serving watermelon and cantaloupe in the next few days.

Third graders had fun practicing the scientific method with the Raisin Experiment and the Cookie!

Mark your calendars for September 21st as School Picture Day at OES!

Fourth grade students practiced using the Dash robot by playing miniature golf.

Second grade students in Mrs. Hylton's class have been busy reading and completing mazes in math!

Fun in the library!