Thank you to all of the 5th grade committee volunteers. The 5th grade committee would like to send a very special "THANK YOU" to Monica Hartman, Kelly DeRosa, Jen Greenwell, Janet Reich, Katie Zabor, Amy Braun and Megan Puzen for their extraordinary contributions to making the 5th grade celebration a success. We could not have … Continue reading Special Thank you to 5th grade Committee Sub-Committee Chairs

We are thrilled to celebrate the last day of school with Kona Ice! Kona Ice will have two (2) vehicles on school grounds beginning at 3:30pm. One vehicle will serve families whose last name begins with A-M and the other vehicle will serve families whose last name begins with N-Z. Your help supporting social distancing … Continue reading Celebrate the Last Day of School with Kona Ice!

Join Hop Along Yogi Kids Yoga for an epic, glow-in-the-dark yoga/dance party to celebrate the summer solstice. Parents should accompany children. Register at http://www.hopalongyogi.com

The opposite of shame is pride and pride goes big, bold and beautiful in June when Pride Month kicks off, bringing together members of the LGBTQ community and allies to not only celebrate love for all people but to continue the push for equality and acceptance. You can celebrate at home: throw a dance party, … Continue reading June is LGBT Pride Month!

The OMS PTA along with the OMS staff are putting together a week filled with fun to help celebrate the 5th graders. The last week of school will be filled with a new activity each day to help acknowledge our 5th grade owls and to prepare them for leaving the nest. Check out this link … Continue reading Fifth Grade Fun Activities

The BASH IS BACK with food trucks & FUN! Mark your calendar & details will follow when it nears.

Dear PTA members, On behalf of the Illinois Northwest Cook Region Board, thank you. Thank you for showing support of our mission (to make every child’s potential a reality) in this most unusual year. Thank you for the big things you did and thank you to those who simply added their voice by joining the … Continue reading Thank you from the IL PTA Northwest Region Board

The last day of school is always so exciting! The PTA is hosting Kona Ice this year for the perfect "Hello Summer" treat. You will be able to purchase Kona Ice for your child and even your family right after school on the school grounds. Stay tuned for more details.

Field Day is still happening at Olive! However, just like so many other things this year, it will look a little different. Rather than one big event it will be through the students' PE classes. The PE teachers have planned all sorts of fun activities to be enjoyed outside (weather permitting). Thank you to Ms. … Continue reading Field Day Fun is Still Happening!

The last day to submit requests for reimbursement from the PTA is the last day of school. Please submit all check requests by June 11th. If you have any questions, please contact olivetreasurer@gmail.com. Thanks!! Check Request Form

Please see the minutes from our last general membership meeting. These minutes will be voted on at our first meeting of the 2021/2022 school year.

Let's recognize the contributions and influence of Asian Americans and Pacific Islander Americans to the history, culture, and achievements of the United States and let's read books featuring Asian characters, written by Asian authors, or illustrated by Asian artists: Books for kids https://www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/books-to-celebrate-asian-american-and-pacific-islander-heritage-monthhttps://happilyeverelephants.com/home/asian-american-childrens-books/ Books for adults https://cupcakesandcashmere.com/series-stories/books-by-asian-american-authors-for-asian-american-heritage-month Enjoy!

Thank you to all of our volunteers this year. We couldn't have gotten thru this unusual year without you. We hope you know that your support during this time does not go unnoticed and it is so appreciated. Fingers crossed that next year we can resume ALL our normal activities!

Dear OMS Families: Registration materials for the 2021/2022school year were sent last week. When registering for school, please consider joining the PTA. With your membership and participation this year, the PTA was able to fund and organize the following: Activity Nights for all grades Earth Fair Chess ClubCamp FitEcology Club The Owl Way World of … Continue reading Welcome OMS Families!!

We made it through this crazy year! Remote learning, in-person learning, hybrid learning...we've conquered it all! Our last general PTA meeting will be held Wednesday May 12th at 6:30 PM via zoom. We will also be recognizing our volunteers that have contributed their time this year. We couldn't have done this crazy year without "owl" … Continue reading Our Last General PTA Meeting Is Coming Up!!!

- print out the letters and fun activities here! In case you missed it, here's another chance to see and print the ABC 26 Day Countdown. Each day 'Olive' our staff and students will do something fun to represent a letter of the alphabet! We can't believe we're already down to 26 days of this … Continue reading OMS ABC End of Year Countdown

Let's all take some time this month to celebrate and learn more about the rich heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders! Here are some resources to get started: Discover places and stories about AAPI heritage through the National Park Service: https://www.nps.gov/subjects/npscelebrates/asian-american-pacific-islander-heritage-month.htm View online events and find links to various programs: https://asianpacificheritage.gov/ Explore the Smithsonian … Continue reading May is Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month!

Please see the PTA general membership meeting minutes from our April 21, 2021 meeting.

Calling all OMS students! We need your help during Staff Appreciation Week. Sunday 6pm- Chalk the Walk Wednesday- Donate your favorite book to your classroom Thursday- Write a thank you note Friday- Show your school spirit

We have found a President Elect for 21/22! Please see the updated slate below. We will be voting these individuals in at our next and last PTA meeting May 12th. President- Holly Dunkel President Elect- Deanna Amelio 1st VP: Kelli McDonald 2nd VP: Joy Chaplin 3rd VP: Craig Nolden Treasurer: Chris Holt Secretary: Sara Campbell

There are quite a few important committees that are currently without a chair for the 2021/2022 school year! These committees will not be able to function without the generous volunteer hours from parents like you! Most of these committees simply follow the procedure guides from previous years and all that needs to be done is … Continue reading Open Committee Chair Positions for 2021-2022

Fifth grade families, we regret to inform you that the SD25 "Amazing Race" activity will not be happening this year. It has been decided at the SD25 counsel level that we will not be able to hold this event given all of the restrictions put in place for this school year. The hope is to … Continue reading 5th Grade Amazing Race Activity Will Not Happen This Year

Our next PTA meeting is going to be held virtual. So snuggle up and listen to the amazing updates! We will be voting on our updated Bylaws as well. Please email olivepta@gmail.com for the zoom link. We will be sending that out the day before our meeting.

Happy Earth Month, Olive Owls! Flowers are blooming and birds are chirping as our celebration of Earth Month continues. Time to take our knowledge and put it into Earth-friendly action items. Complete six or more activities on the attached Earth Day checklist and you will receive an OMS reusable utensil kit! This opportunity is open … Continue reading Happy Earth Month, Olive Owls!

Parents of 5th graders going to Thomas Middle School!! Want to get involved in the PTA? Please see all the committees that have chair positions open for next school year, 2021/2022. If you are interesting in chairing any of these committees, please reach out at thomasmiddleschoolpta@gmail.com.

Our OMS teachers and staff have done an amazing job navigating virtual and in person learning this year. Let's show our appreciation by showering them with an impressive Staff Appreciation Week! But we need your help! Please visit SignUpGenius https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4EA4AD2FA6FB6-teacher to donate items for our fabulous OMS Staff!

There are quite a few important committees that are currently without a chair for the 2021/2022 school year! These committees will not be able to function without the generous volunteer hours from parents like you! Most of these committees simply follow the procedure guides from previous years and all that needs to be done is … Continue reading Open Committee Chair Positions for 2021-2022

Earth Day is on April 22nd. There are many organizations whose missions are to help protect the environment. (And check out OMS's Ecology Club!) One of these organizations is One Tree Planted, a non-profit organization focused on global reforestation. For every $1 donated, 1 tree is planted. Check it out at https://www.onetreeplanted.org.

Staff appreciation week is coming up quickly. It’s time to show our hard working teachers and staff how much we appreciate them! Be on the lookout for a Signup Genius coming soon.

Can you believe that next year you will have a 5th grader?!?!? The last year at the nest can be a special one for our oldest Owls. We are currently recruiting next years chairs. This is a year long effort planning every activity for our 5th graders in their last year as Owls. If you … Continue reading Calling All 4th Grade Parents!!!!!