The Olive Branch 10.30.26

In this Branch:

Principal's Message
Crosswalk Safety
You're Invited! Multicultural Night
Snapshot from the Nest!
Save the Date

OMS Staff Shout Out
D25 Eflyers
Picture Lunch Menu

Principal's Message

What a day! The skies were gray, but smiles led the way! Thank you to our PTA Room Reps and parent volunteers for "olive" the planning they put into making this a special afternoon for our students. Thank you to our community who came out to enjoy a coffee from Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck and watch our Halloween parade.

Reminder - There is no school on Tuesday, November 3rd. (Election Day)

Have a happy and safe weekend,

Erin, Nikki, and the OMS staff

A Friendly Reminder about Crossing Safely

Please help us keep everyone safe by using the designated crosswalks with Ms. Vicki, our crossing guard. We understand that crossing from the N. Pine cul-de-sac may seem more convenient than walking down to N. Belmont. However, there is no designated crosswalk at that location, and the area can be especially busy during arrival and dismissal. Drivers may not be expecting pedestrians to cross, and buses can obstruct visibility, making it difficult for both drivers and pedestrians to see one another.

We appreciate your help in keeping our school community safe and modeling safe crossing habits for our students. Taking a few extra steps to use the designated crosswalk makes a big difference in keeping everyone safe. Thank you for your cooperation!

Celebrate the World at Olive! You're Invited to Multicultural Night!

Get ready for an evening filled with culture, traditions, music, dance, and food!

Join us for Owl About Us: Multicultural Night on Thursday, November 5, from 7:00–8:30 PM in the OMS Commons!

Our Olive community is made up of families with unique backgrounds, traditions, and experiences, and this special evening is an opportunity to celebrate what makes us all different—and what brings us together.

Here's what you can look forward to:

Explore the World: Discover different countries, cultures, and traditions represented by members of our Olive community.
Enjoy Special Performances: Experience a performance by Mikoren, a Japanese group, as well as exciting Irish dancing! Our first performance will start at 7:15!
Celebrate Our Community: Connect with other families and discover the many cultures that make Olive such a special place.
A Taste of Different Cultures! Food is another wonderful way to experience and celebrate different cultures. Families are welcome to share traditional foods and treats that reflect their cultural heritage. We look forward to experiencing the many flavors and traditions that make our community unique!

Families are welcome, but not required, to offer food samples as part of their cultural display. If you plan to share food, please bring any supplies you may need to serve it, such as plates, napkins, utensils, and other serving materials. The PTA will provide food-service gloves and a food allergen notice for each participating station. We also recommend preparing a list of ingredients to help families make informed food choices.

Food Allergy Notice: Families may choose to bring food samples to share. Please note that the PTA will not monitor food for allergens. Parents and guardians are responsible for monitoring food choices for children with food allergies and/or dietary restrictions.

Every family is welcome! You do not need to represent a country or host a table to attend. Come explore, learn something new, enjoy the performances, and celebrate the rich diversity of our school community.

Would your family like to participate? If you are still interested in participating, please email president@olivepta.com and jwrobel@sd25.org.

Let's come together to celebrate the cultures, traditions, and experiences that make our Olive community so wonderful!

We can't wait to see you there!

Snapshot from the Nest!

Recently, second graders had an opportunity to tour the Arlington Heights Library Bookmobile when it made a special visit to OMS! Students were excited to step aboard the traveling library and check out picture books, nonfiction books, and new fiction series. The visit sparked enthusiasm for reading and reminded students that they can access these materials at the public library as well as on the bookmobile.