The Olive Branch 10.23.26

In this Branch:

Principal's Message
Recess Footwear
Veterans Day
Adopt a Family
Halloween A to Z
Snapshot from the Nest!
Save the Date

OMS Staff Shout Out
D25 Eflyers
Picture Lunch Menu

Principal's Message

Thank you to "Olive" our families who joined us in person, virtually, or by phone for Parent-Teacher Conferences! These conversations provide a valuable opportunity to connect about your child's progress and continue working together to support their educational journey. We are grateful for your partnership and for the privilege of working with your children each day!

Thank you to our PTA and parent community for stocking the lounge with treats and for a delicious Fausto's dinner yesterday evening. We appreciate your kindness and generosity!

Have a wonderful weekend! We look forward to our upcoming Halloween celebrations! Fingers crossed these warmer temperatures follow us into next week.

Have a great weekend,

Erin, Nikki, and the OMS staff

Recess Footwear

We kindly ask that students wear appropriate athletic footwear (gym shoes) during recess. This is the same expectation we have for P.E. class. Properly fitted sneakers provide the necessary traction and ankle support to prevent slips, trips, and falls on the play structure, blacktop, and in the field.

While sandals, slides, house slippers, and Crocs are stylish these days, they often lack the grip needed for fast-paced play. If your child chooses to wear unsupportive footwear, we will ask them not to engage in athletic activities (basketball, soccer, football, tag games, etc.). Thank you for support in keeping students safe outside!

Veterans Day

As Veterans Day approaches, we would like to take a moment to honor the brave people who have served or are currently serving in the United States Armed Forces. We invite our school community to share photos of veterans or active-duty service members in their families. These photos will be proudly displayed during our Veteran’s Day Assembly in recognition of their service and sacrifice.

Please email a photo of the person, their name, their branch of service and the OMS student to Ellen Para at epara@sd25.org by Wednesday, November 4th.

Thank you for helping us honor those who serve our country and teach our students the importance of gratitude and remembrance.

Adopt a Family

Thanks to generous community donations, Wheeling Township offers seasonal support programs for eligible local residents:

Thanksgiving Meals: Food pantry recipients receive a complete Thanksgiving dinner in November, including turkey and all the traditional fixings.
Adopt-A-Family Program: Each holiday season, donors are matched with low-income families using their wish lists to provide gifts of clothing and toys.

Financial eligibility requirements apply. To apply for assistance or become a donor, please reach out to the General Assistance Office at 847-259-7730 or email ksabbini@wheelingtownship.com.

Halloween A to Z

Please click the link below for information related to Halloween 2026 at the Nest! You will find information about parade times, routes, costume guidelines, etc. ALL students are required to have a completed permission slip.

Halloween A to Z 2026

We will adjust our lunch hour on Friday, October 30th. All students staying for lunch will eat from 12:30 - 1:00 p.m and change into costumes from 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Our parade will begin around 1:40/1:45 p.m.

Halloween 2026 Permission Slip - One must be filled out for EACH child. **Your child's teacher will reach out directly if you have not yet signed the permission slip.