The mission of Orlando Science Elementary School (OSES) is to provide a well-rounded education with special emphasis in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), while using research-based and innovative instructional methods in a stimulating learning environment. OSES is committed to the social-emotional learning and character development of all students.

Dear OSES Families,

We hope your family has recovered from the effects of hurricane Ian. We have not received an update regarding a plan to makeup the missed days.

The first quarter ended Thursday, October 7th for students. I believe staff, students, and families have settled into the school’s structure. We had a good first quarter and expect a great second quarter. Please continue to support your student and our staff, even when conflict arises. We are a team.

There a lot of events planned for the second quarter. We hope you can join us for at least a few.

Gratefully,

Mr. Singleton

This workshop is about family safety on the internet and learning about apps and games that are popular with kids in addition to signs to be on the watch for anything suspicious. It is at our branch, Fairview Shores, Mon 10/10 from 5:30-6:30 pm.

Click here to register: https://attend.ocls.info/event/7041381

Any K-6 OESS student that attends and sign ins will get two dress down passes

Due to supply issues at the OCPS level, we do not know if hot or cold lunch will be served. Please be prepared to have either lunch until further notice.

Breakfast and lunch will be charged for the upcoming school year. Please make sure your child has money in the schoolpay account. More information on schoolpay can be found in the parent resource section.

The fees are $0 for Free/Reduced applicants and $1.35 Breakfast and $1.90 Lunch for Full pay students. This information is available in: Meal Prices - Orange County Public Schools (ocps.net)

Please make sure you child has money in their school pay account under ''breakfast/lunch fees''

To apply for free/reduced lunch please click on the link here: Free and Reduced Application Info - Orange County Public Schools (ocps.net)

If your child has food allergies and will require a special meal from OCPS please click on the link below to fill out the special diet order form

Special Diets for Food Allergies - Orange County Public Schools (ocps.net)

IMPORTANT!!

PARENTAL CONSENT FOR HEALTH CARE SERVICES 2022-2023

A new Florida State Statute (Section 1014.06, Florida Statutes: Parental Consent for Health Care Services) has been released requiring parental consent for Health Services given to your child attending any Orange County Public School. Health Services include a range of items including but not limited to Basic First Aid (band-aids and ice), Hearing/Vison Screenings, and certain therapies. As a Charter School within OCPS, we fall within this requirement.

Please access your Skyward Parent Access and complete the 2023 PCF form for each child attending Orlando Science Charter as soon as possible. At this time any unsubmitted form defaults all answers to NO and Orlando Science is not able to provide students any of the listed Health Services.

Step-by-Step Instructions with pictures:

If you are using a mobile device: After logging in to Parent Access, you will see an icon with three lines at the top right of your page. Upon clicking, use the “Go To Desktop View” link. Once in Desktop View, you will see a plus sign on the left side of your screen. Click that plus sign then click Online Forms. Proceed as instructed above.

If you are unable to access Skyward Parent Access, or are only able to see some of your children’s accounts, please complete the following link so that we may get you access as soon as possible: Skyward Parent Access Issues. Thank you for your patience as we correct any Skyward errors.

This week Mrs. Rouis’ class observed fish in science. Students created mini aquariums that they were able to use to help with their observations. In reading we were busy breaking apart syllables and blending sounds to spell CVC words using our wooden letter tiles. We also had a new creature join our classroom. Our class named him Blueberry. He came all the way from Australia to keep an eye on our class to make sure we continue to make smart choices and follow all the class/school rules. In math we are continuing practicing numbers 6-10.

Please make sure we are sending water bottles labeled with our students name especially on days we have PE as it is very hot outside. Make sure all lunch boxes and school jackets are also labeled with your students name.

We have been learning about counting from 1 to 120. We used the counters and cubes to make 120. They were grouped into 3 groups through a cooperative learning style and shared ideas on how to make 120 in the fastest way. I let them report and present to the class their techniques and ways to be able to count easily.

This week we furthered our investigation of physical and chemical changes of matter. In this exploration, we turned a liquid into a solid by churning our own butter! It took a lot of teamwork but we’re able to see the cream change from heavy cream, to whipped cream, into butter and buttermilk.

We also got to see the exciting SpaceX launch on Wednesday! We counted down as a group and watched as the rocket soared through the atmosphere into outer space.

We have been learning about the different ways we can measure matter. We used a balance scale to compare the different masses of objects. We used a graduated cylinder to find the volume of solids and liquids. We also took a gallery walk around the classroom to explore temperatures in degrees Fahrenheit and Celsius.

Mr. Mateer’s fourth grade class is diving into decimals! To make sure we have a strong foundation, there’s just nothing better than manipulatives. Mr. Mateer’s class used thousands cubes, hundreds flats, tens rods, and ones cubes to model a whole and decimals to the thousandths place. In addition, they had a chance to share their Changes of State science project with each other by doing a gallery walk!

Mrs. Young’s students have been learning about narrative writing and different types of genres. The class got the opportunity to begin writing their own story and they have been all in!

In science, Mrs. Saucedo's class reviewed content related to properties of matter. Students used different tools to find the mass, temperature, and volume of different materials. We learned how mixtures of solids can be separated, we investigated what materials dissolve in water and what conditions will speed up or slow down the dissolving process.

PE: Are you an ice hockey player? You might win to lead the Orlando Solar Bears on to the ice! Good luck!

https://www.orlandosolarbearshockey.com/en/fan-zone/kid-captains

6th grade Field Trip:

Solar Bears (Ice Hockey) Field trip is on Tue. 11/8/2022. A hard copy of permission slip went home on Wednesday 10/5/2022, and the email with PDF form was also sent on Wednesday 10/5/2022. Permission slips and payments are due no later than Friday 10/14/2022. Parent who with to Chaperone must be ADDitions Approved prior to the field trip.

In PE class, we learned about the history of Mexican Hat dance to celebrate the Hispanic Heritage month with Ms. Bravo’s Spanish classes.

In STEM Lab, we are building with recycled materials. Kindergarten and First graders are learning about insects and creating their own insects with egg cartons. Second and Third graders are creating cars. Fourth and Fifth graders are beginning their playgrounds- all made with recycled materials.

Please send us egg cartons, wipes, paper towels, and masking tape if you can.

Hello families!

Please read carefully for all club reminders:

PICK UP: Please remember that you should not arrive on campus before clubs dismiss. Even coming 5 minutes early causes backups in our dismissal process.

• Building 1 (grades K-3) - clubs dismiss at 3:40 during the week and 2:40 on Wednesday
• Building 2 (grades 4-6)- clubs dismiss at 3:30 during the week and 2:30 on Wednesday

ABSENCES: Remember that 3 or more consecutive absences will result in a removal from the club. If you are missing club because of tutoring or sickness, email the club teacher so it can be excused.

REQUESTING ADDITIONAL CLUBS: At this time all clubs are FULL. To be put on the waiting list, please fill out the form below. Filling out this form does not guarantee you a spot in club and you will be contacted regarding any changes to your child's club schedule via email.

* If you already have a club on the requested day, you will automatically be removed. No need to request removal/withdrawal.

WITHDRAWING FROM CLUB: To withdraw from a club you may Email Ms. Taylor or fill out the form below.

For any other club related questions, you may contact Ms. Taylor at Taylor.Watson@orlandoscience.org

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