OES Chief Chatter

Welcome to this special edition of our school newsletter! We have had so many exciting events, celebrations, and student accomplishments happening around campus that we could not wait to share them with our OES families. From outstanding student achievements and exciting Walk-a-Thon scooter races to our fun-filled SSYRA Reading Carnival for grades 1–5, there has been something special taking place for everyone to enjoy.

Students also celebrated with popcorn rewards, and our incredible one-million-word readers earned a well-deserved bowling field trip to recognize their hard work and dedication to reading. In addition, our amazing media assistants have been hard at work helping in the library and learning valuable leadership and organizational skills.

There is always something exciting happening on our campus, and we are proud to celebrate the many ways our students continue to learn, grow, and shine each day. Be sure to take a look inside to see all the fun, achievements, and memorable moments from around our school.

Go Chiefs! 💛❤️

Melissa Van Lith is an Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Instruction with over 23 years in education. She brings a thoughtful, people-centered approach to educational leadership. Grounded in an educator’s perspective, she is deeply invested in how curriculum, instruction, and assessment intersect to create meaningful learning experiences for students. Known for her collaborative mindset, Mrs. Van Lith values strong relationships with students, staff, and families. Outside of her professional role, she enjoys traveling and staying active through fitness, interests that reflect her appreciation for balance, wellness, and new experiences. Mrs. Van Lith a proud parent of a soon to be senior at Gulf Coast High School. She approaches both her work and life with high expectations and empathy, striving to foster environments where educators and families feel supported and students are positioned to succeed.

OES is preparing giveaways for the staff at the end of year luncheon on May 22nd. There are many ways to contribute this year. Click here for the Amazon wish list! Please send in donations by May 19th.

Congratulations to our talented art contest winner, Hannah Xie! Her amazing artwork beautifully captured an important and meaningful message that truly stood out among all the entries. We are so proud of her creativity, effort, and artistic expression. A special thank you to Hannah for doing her part to help Keep Collier Beautiful and for encouraging others to recycle right through her inspiring work. We can’t wait to see what she creates next year—her future artwork is sure to be just as impressive and impactful!

Looking towards next year, the classroom placement process at Osceola Elementary School will continue to follow the district-wide procedures established through the collaborative efforts and consensus of elementary principals across the school district. OES administration and staff carefully consider multiple factors when making classroom placements, including academic data, program needs, social development, and each student’s individual needs.

Parents who would like to share additional information regarding their child’s specific needs, learning style, or characteristics for consideration in the placement process may do so by emailing Ms. Fisher at fishet@collierschools.com . While specific teacher requests cannot be accommodated, all information shared will be thoughtfully considered as part of the placement process.

Parents, no interims are published for Quarter 4. You can view on Focus.

5/19 - Closed Campus!

• 5th Grade Science Test

5/20

• 3rd Grade Science Test
• 4th Grade iReady

5/21

• 2nd & 4th Grade Science Test
• 3rd Grade SAT 10

5/22 - Early Release Day (11:50 Dismissal)

• K-2 laptops are returned

5/25

• No School for Memorial Day

5/26

• 3-5 laptops are returned
• 5th Grade practice for ceremony during RA

5/27

• 5th Grade Pool Day @ GG Aquatic Center 10am - 1pm

5/28

• 5th Grade final walk around campus 8:40am - 9:00am
• 5th Grade yearbook signing then practice for ceremony during RA

5/29 - Early Release Day (11:50 Dismissal)

• Last day of school
• 5th Grade Moving Up Ceremony at 9:00am in the cafeteria

The votes are in, and we are excited to officially announce our new schoolwide theme for the upcoming school year! After staff and students cast their votes, one theme stood out above the rest. Next year, we will be… Wild About Learning!

Get ready for a year filled with adventure, creativity, excitement, and a love for learning as we bring this fun theme to life across our campus. From engaging activities and special events to classroom fun and school spirit, we can’t wait to make next year a wild and unforgettable experience for everyone. Stay tuned for all the exciting things to come as we celebrate being “Wild About Learning” together!

Parents, attached below are the school supply lists for each grade level. Please take a moment to see what supplies your child will need for the upcoming school year. Thank you!

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