Halloween Parties It’s that time of year to start getting ready for the OMS Halloween Classroom Parties. The room reps are hard at work planning a great party for the kids. Look for the sign up genius link your room reps will be emailing to make your classroom party a success! If you have not … Continue reading Halloween Parties!
Events
Reflections Art Contest
Are your kids creative? We have about 4 weeks left to submit your Reflections art piece! Whether you are a painter, photographer, writer, singer, musician, or dancer you can participate in this contest. All Olive kids are eligible to enter. The submission is easy, just create your masterpiece, print out the submission form, and submit … Continue reading Reflections Art Contest
Teacher Conference Dinner – Supplies Needed!
As conferences approach, the PTA sponsors a special dinner to show our teachers how much we appreciate them. This years conference dinner theme is Campout of the Mighty Owl! Help us create a fun and memorable dinner that will include sliders, mac and cheese, chili and baked potatoes. We need donations of food, drinks, paper … Continue reading Teacher Conference Dinner – Supplies Needed!
Fall Camp Fit Sign Up
Camp Fit is back this Fall and we are excited to bring back all the fun field games, running track and yoga in the courtyard. Camp Fit will be offered to 1st-5th graders on TUESDAYS starting September 11-September 25th (rain date October 2) immediately after school until 4:30 pm. Sign up today, Don't delay- Space … Continue reading Fall Camp Fit Sign Up
Back to School Bash
Back to School Bash is Friday, September 7th at 6:30 pm. Fingers crossed for better weather to dance, dine & celebrate the first few weeks of school! Grill Chasers & Riobamba Latin Cafe Food Trucks will be on hand & the ice cream man!
Bike Rodeo – Wednesday, September 12th, 3:35pm – 4:45pm
Attention ALL 3rd, 4th and 5th graders. The 2018 Bike Rodeo will be Wednesday, September 12th after school until 4:45 p.m. The rain date will be Wednesday, September 19th. Each year at Olive, we require that all 3rd, 4th and 5th graders who would like to ride their bike to school (and have not participated … Continue reading Bike Rodeo – Wednesday, September 12th, 3:35pm – 4:45pm
Bike Rodeo – Save the Date!
Attention ALL 3rd, 4th and 5th graders. The 2018 Bike Rodeo will be Wednesday, September 12th from 3:35 until 4:45 p.m. Each year at Olive, we require that all 3rd, 4th and 5th graders who would like to ride their bike to school (and have not participated in the past) participate in the Olive-Mary Stitt … Continue reading Bike Rodeo – Save the Date!
Sign up Now for House Hop 2018
Please join us on Saturday, September 29th from 7pm-11pm for the 7th annual House Hop (formerly called progressive dinner.) Come mingle and enjoy drinks and hors-d'oeuvre with other OMS parents, and make new connections, all while having a great time and supporting the PTA! All OMS parents are welcome-come single, as a couple or with … Continue reading Sign up Now for House Hop 2018
ACE It 25 (All Children Excel) Bowling Night – April 27
The brand new district committee ACE It 25 (All Children Excel, focusing on current families of SD25 children with identified physical, behavioral, emotional, or intellectual needs) is hosting a family bowling night on April 27. All families are welcome. Please click here for all the details. R.S.V.P. here.
World of Work Was a Success!
OMS fifth graders went to work on Friday, March 2nd with our new Olive World of Work program. We had interns learn about journalism, marketing, acting, designing and running library to name a few. In all we had twenty two local business host this amazing learning experience for our students. Everything ran smoothly considering we … Continue reading World of Work Was a Success!
Trivia Night – REGISTER TODAY
By now you know that Olive Mary-Stitt PTA is planning one brain busting evening of Trivia on Saturday, March 10, but have you heard we have a great emcee and a few generous raffle prizes? Brian Paruch, or as many may know him as "Whip" from Eric in the Morning with Melissa and Whip, will … Continue reading Trivia Night – REGISTER TODAY
Volunteers Needed to Make World of Work Day a Success!
“World of Work” comes to Olive-Mary Stitt Friday, March 2, 2018. The purpose of “World of Work” program is to provide the 5th grade students an opportunity for a “real world” work experience. This program must have enough chaperones to take flight. This program would allow the 5th grade students to see the value hard … Continue reading Volunteers Needed to Make World of Work Day a Success!
2nd & 3rd Grade Activity Night – Coming at You on Thursday, February 1!
The PTA's 2nd & 3rd Grade Activity Night is just a few days away on Thursday, February 1. It will be held in the OMS Commons. The doors will open at 6:45pm, with the show starting promptly at 7pm and ending by 8pm. This event is free to all OMS second and third grade students. … Continue reading 2nd & 3rd Grade Activity Night – Coming at You on Thursday, February 1!
Trivia Night: Save The Date – Saturday, March 10th, 7:00 pm
Save the date of Saturday, March 10th for a parents-only Trivia Night! Trivia Night is a new Olive Mary-Stitt PTA event bound to offer a night of laughter and brain busting trivia. Please check out the flyer for all the exciting details and then be on the look out for registration in the next couple … Continue reading Trivia Night: Save The Date – Saturday, March 10th, 7:00 pm
8 More Volunteers Needed to Make World of Work Day a Success!
“World of Work” comes to Olive-Mary Stitt Friday, March 2, 2018. The purpose of “World of Work” program is to provide the 5th grade students an opportunity for a “real world” work experience. This program must have enough chaperones to take flight. This program would allow the 5th grade students to see the value hard … Continue reading 8 More Volunteers Needed to Make World of Work Day a Success!
Family Roller Skating Night is Thursday, Jan 18th!
The PTA-sponsored Family Roller Skating Night is Thursday, January 18th, from 6:30 - 9 pm at Orbit Skate Center in Palatine. Come for a fun-filled evening with your family! Admission is FREE - bring $ for rentals and snacks! Also, please bring a non-perishable food item or personal item to donate to the Wheeling Food … Continue reading Family Roller Skating Night is Thursday, Jan 18th!
OMS Day at the Movies – Save the Date!
Save the date to join your OMS friends for a private viewing of Paddington 2 on Monday, January 22 (no school that day)! All OMS families are welcome. The movie will be shown at 10:00am at Paragon Movie Theatre at 53 S. Evergreen. Tickets are $6 each, and snack packs will be available for $4. … Continue reading OMS Day at the Movies – Save the Date!
Family Roller Skating Night – Save the Date!
The PTA-sponsored Family Roller Skating Night is Thursday, January 18th from 6:30-9:00pm. Come for a fun-filled evening with your family to the Orbit Skate Center in Palatine. Admission is FREE! Bring $ for rentals and snacks. Please bring a non-perishable food item OR personal essential item to donate to the Wheeling Township Food Pantry. Any … Continue reading Family Roller Skating Night – Save the Date!
Reflections Contestants Moving On to District!
The results are in for the Reflections Art Contest!! Congratulations to those who are moving on from AH Council of PTAs to the PTA District 37/NWC Region Level!! Christian Fung Devin Joseph Helena Vincent Kai Moss Serena Joseph Sophia Fung Vivienne DeRosa (2 pieces!) Contact Kim Hemminger or Leena Joshi with questions.
Volunteers Needed to Make World of Work Day a Success!
“World of Work” comes to Olive-Mary Stitt Friday, March 2, 2018. The purpose of “World of Work” program is to provide the 5th grade students an opportunity for a “real world” work experience. This program must have enough chaperones to take flight. This program would allow the 5th grade students to see the value hard … Continue reading Volunteers Needed to Make World of Work Day a Success!
OMS Holiday Story Time – December 22nd
OMS Holiday Story Time: Kindness Rocks at our annual holiday story time this year! On December 22nd Mrs. FitzPatrick and Ms. Davis will be reading the students a story about kindness. After the story is read, students will brainstorm and determine what word they want to write on their rock and then decorate it. A … Continue reading OMS Holiday Story Time – December 22nd
Ladies’ Night Out – Nov 30th!
Come join other Olive moms at a wine tasting at Vintages Wine Shop! It will be on Nov. 30th from 6-8pm. It will be a great way to socialize and meet new people at Olive. The cost of the event is $20 and it includes: a wine tasting, appetizers and a raffle. You can use … Continue reading Ladies’ Night Out – Nov 30th!
FAMILY BINGO NIGHT IS THIS WEEK!
Please join your OMS family friends for Friday, Nov 10th, from 7pm - 8:30pm for a fun-filled night of Family Bingo, hosted by the OMS PTA! Admission is FREE; please have your children bring non-perishable food donations for those in need in our community. Kids can win prizes, families can have fun together, and we're … Continue reading FAMILY BINGO NIGHT IS THIS WEEK!
Picture Re-Takes – Thursday, November 2nd, 2017
If you child was absent or needs a retake. please have them bring their picture packet or new order form to school on Thursday, 11/2/17. Retakes will begin promptly in the morning after announcements. Additional forms are available in the office. Please Note: PM Kindergarten retakes need to be done between 9:00-11:00 am. Please contact … Continue reading Picture Re-Takes – Thursday, November 2nd, 2017
Reflections Final Countdown!!!
It's the final countdown... all Reflections submissions are due into the OMS Front Office on November 3rd. If you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Kim Hemminger or Leena Joshi. All projects require an Entry Form that can be found on the Facebook Page, front office, or OMS PTA Programs Page!
Family Bingo Night is TWO WEEKS AWAY, Fri, Nov 10th!
Please join your OMS PTA friends Friday, Nov 10th, from 7pm - 8:30pm for a fun-filled night of Bingo! Admission is FREE; please have your children bring non-perishable food donations for those in need in our community. Kids can win prizes, families can have fun together, and we're helping our community right before the holidays! … Continue reading Family Bingo Night is TWO WEEKS AWAY, Fri, Nov 10th!
Halloween Parties!
Halloween Parties It's that time of year to start getting ready for the OMS Halloween Classroom Parties. The room reps are hard at work planning a great party for the kids. Look for the sign up genius link your room reps will be emailing to make your classroom party a success! You can also find … Continue reading Halloween Parties!
Save the Date on Your Family Calendars!
Family Bingo Night Is Friday, Nov 10th! Spend a fun-filled evening with your family and friends! Come join us at Family Bingo Night: Friday, Nov 10th, from 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm. Admission is FREE and there will be lots of prizes to win! Please have your children bring a non-perishable food item as a … Continue reading Save the Date on Your Family Calendars!
Are You Interested in Having your Child Learn to Play the Violin or Cello?
Music for Youth is a parent-paid program, partially subsidized by District 25, that provides string instruction at your school. To learn about our program, please attend our parent information session on Tuesday, September 19 at 7:00pm at Westgate Elementary School. Hear a short musical presentation by current students, learn about our program and meet our … Continue reading Are You Interested in Having your Child Learn to Play the Violin or Cello?
Reflections Art Contest – Submissions Due November 3rd, 2017
What? - Reflections is a PTA sponsored arts program that invites children to participate using their creative talents. There are six different categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography, and Visual Art. When? - Submissions are due in to Olive by November 3rd. Who? - All students from Pre-K through 12th grade may … Continue reading Reflections Art Contest – Submissions Due November 3rd, 2017