Leonard Elementary held a Family Tailgate last week. Almost 500 people attended and enjoyed dinner, a hayride and several fall themed activities. Thank you to all of the families that participated.
Ovid-Elsie Area Schools is currently seeking members for the O-E Sex Education
Advisory Board. As a member, you would be expected to:
● Regularly attend advisory board meetings and prepare for being an effective
member at the meetings as needed.
● Seek accurate and current information regarding content and instructional
strategies that will help them make informed decisions as board members and
practical recommendations to the board of education based on best practice.
● Be advocates and spokespersons for the board decisions and the adopted
program.
● Share ideas and concerns and work cooperatively in a way that maintains the
board as a partnership of people who are willing to work toward healthy sexual
development of youth and reducing sexual risk behaviors.
● Support the public hearing process for proposed program revisions.
● Contribute to an evaluation plan and report regarding attainment of program
goals and objectives.
● Respect the decisions of the board of education regarding their
recommendations.
Important reminders related to the composition of a sex education advisory board
include:
● At least 1/2 of the members of the sex education advisory board shall be parents
who have a child attending a school operated by the school district
● A majority of these parent members shall be individuals who are not employed by
a school district
● The board of a school district shall include pupils of the school district, educators,
local clergy, and community health professionals on the sex education advisory
board.
A reasonable effort shall be made to ensure that the advisory board shall consist of
members representing a cross-section of community viewpoints.
If you are interested in serving on the Sex Education Advisory Board (OESEAB) please complete the Membership Application https://5il.co/27p61. Applications are also available at the Administration Office located at 8989 E Colony Road, Elsie, MI 48831 or email admin@ovidelsie.org
Deadline to submit applications is Thursday, November 30, 2023.
GoFan link for Friday Night Football. https://gofan.co/event/1183352?schoolId=MI3441
Ovid-Elsie High School will be hosting the Varsity Football Playoff playoff game #1 on Friday, 10/27/23 vs. Ida High School. Game time: 7:00 pm.
Reminder: Red Cedar forms are due to your respective Elementary office or the Middle School by Friday, October 27th. We will pick up both forms and money at that time! Grades 3-6th will register now, 7th-8th will register later this Winter!
Please see the following link to Honor our Veterans with a Thank You! https://5il.co/27kpf
KB Law Firm donated a book for every student at E.E.Knight. Students were able to select their own book based upon their interests.
Hello Leonard families! Our kindness challenge this week is "Donate books to your classroom/library." Be sure to post your photos to our Leonard's Kindness Page to spread your kindness to others!
https://padlet.com/katiewyn/leo-chooses-kind-x0sptnibg7qkges
Watch the MHSAA Football Playoff Selection show at the link tonight at 6:00pm or join the Marauders tonight at the Tipsy Cow for the Watch Party! https://www.ballysports.com/detroit/
Next week OEAS is celebrating Red Ribbon Week: Be Kind To Your Mind, Live Drug Free!
Schools across the nation are promoting healthy habits for students to help them see the benefits of remaining free of drugs. Information will be shared during morning announcements, Advisory class, and on Thursday ALL students should wear red to show their support for a drug free future! GO MARAUDERS!
Marauder Friday Weekly Update! https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XhNhVgghV8PzsNqWdYJwHAcsW6NGAAMG/view?usp=sharing
We would like to invite our community out for the CASL Cup! https://5il.co/27h0m
Middle School Wrestling starts next week!! You can still sign up! https://5il.co/27h0p
Good luck to our Varsity Football Team. Tonight is Senior Night for Band, Sideline Cheer & Football. We will be honoring them before the game. Go Marauders!
Congratulations to Ovid-Elsie High School’s Student of the Week, sophomore Danica B! She’s active in Basketball, Softball, 4-H and FFA and is currently involved in a broiler chicken project for FFA. FFA Advisor, Ms. Hoffman nominated her because of her work ethic and initiative in getting tasks done and ensuring the chapter runs smoothly. Danica also demonstrates these traits in her attitude in class. She’s won States with her FFA team, earned a Star Greenhand award, and received accolades for being the top fruit and nut seller in FFA. In her free time, Danica enjoys working with her steer, Hesston, and hanging out with friends and family. After high school, Danica plans to attend college for Farm and Ranch Management or Agribusiness Management.
Good luck to our Varsity Volleyball & JV Football teams tonight. Go Marauders!
Ovid-Elsie Middle School is organizing a Halloween Dance on Friday, October 27th, which will take place from 3 pm to 5 pm after school. MS students can purchase tickets for the dance on the event day for $3. Concessions will be available at the dance, along with a costume contest, donut eating contest, & open gym. On this day, students are allowed to wear costumes all day to celebrate Halloween. However, please make sure that the costumes abide by the dress code. Students may not wear masks, fake blood, or accessories (weapon-related). Face paint should be kept to a minimum. Please note that since we are celebrating on Friday, no costumes will be allowed on Tuesday, October 31st. Please see the following link for the dance flyer: https://5il.co/26qn6
Please review the attached letter regarding the attendance policy for Ovid-Elsie Area Schools. https://5il.co/27fe6
Please see this important letter about the Education Benefits Form here: https://5il.co/24j7e
It will direct you to this site: https://ovidelsie.familyportal.cloud/ This is a REQUIRED information collection to continue providing free breakfast and lunch. You do not need to create an account, just apply for benefits: https://ovidelsie.familyportal.cloud/benefits/onlyapplying
Thanks in advance for filling it out.
Red Cedar Basketball Registration is now open! Grades 3rd-8th (Boys & Girls). Please register by 10/27. Please return sign up document and payment to your respective Elementary/ Middle School. https://5il.co/2788r