The Olive Branch 5.22.26

IN THIS BRANCH

Principal Message

Celebrate the Last Eight

Field Day Permission Slips - REQUIRED

Future Band Opportunities at OMS

Health Office Update - Medication Pick-Up

2026-2027 Registration! - Updated numbers!

Important Dates

Principal Message

Dear Families,

We hope you are already enjoying the long weekend. We are in the home stretch with only 8 school days left. As a reminder, there is no school on Monday, May 25th. On Tuesday, May 26 we will begin our end of school year countdown "Celebrate the Last Eight." We encourage students to wear pajamas on Tuesday.

Have a great weekend,

Erin, Julia, and the OMS Staff

Field Day Permission Slip - REQUIRED for EACH STUDENT

Field Day is this coming Friday, May 29th!

If you haven't already, please complete the permission slip for each of your children.

Please CLICK HERE to complete this form for EACH child in your family.

*If your child has an allergy and is unable to have Kona Ice, please reach out Ms. Davis or Nurse Rose to discuss an alternative treat.

Future Band Opportunties at OMS

On May 20th, the whole school enjoyed a concert by the Olive Beginning Band! Students in D25 begin their band experience in fifth grade. There are many instruments from which students may choose. There is no requirement for previous musical experience for most instruments, but if a student wishes to learn percussion (drums, mallets, bells, etc.), there is a requirement that the student must first have 2 years of formal piano OR drum lessons. More information about this and all the instruments offered in fifth grade and beyond may be found here: Elementary Band Information

Summer Reading!

Make Reading Part of Your Summer Adventure!

Summer is a wonderful time for kids to relax, explore new interests, and enjoy a little extra free time. It’s also the perfect opportunity to keep reading skills strong while discovering stories that inspire.

Research shows that even a few minutes of reading each day can help children maintain and grow their literacy skills over the summer months. Best of all, summer reading doesn’t have to feel like homework! Whether your child enjoys graphic novels, mysteries, nonfiction, fantasy, or read-alouds with family, there’s a book for every reader.

To help families get started, our district librarians have created lists of recommended books for students of all ages and interests. Please visit the OMS LMC summer reading webpage to learn more.

Tips for Encouraging Summer Reading

Let children choose books that match their interests
Create a daily reading routine, even if it’s just 15–20 minutes
Visit your local library regularly
Read together as a family
Bring books along on trips, to parks, or while waiting at activities

Most importantly, make reading fun! Summer stories can spark creativity, build confidence, and create lasting memories.

Health Office Update

End of Year Medication Pick up and Disposal

As we wrap up another school year, all medications and supplies must be picked up from the health office by the end of the school day on Thursday, June 4, 2026

If you have medications in the health office, you will receive an email from the school nurse with detailed instructions regarding pick up.
We do not store any medications over the summer. Any medication remaining after June 4, 2026 will be properly disposed in accordance with Food and Drug Administration Safe Disposal of Medications guidance at the Arlington Heights Police Department.

For any questions, please contact your school nurse.