Dear OVE Families,
A huge thank you to everyone who helped their child participate in our “Dress as Your Favorite Book Character” Reading Celebration Day! It was a fantastic way to wrap up the week and launch into the South Bend Cubs Reading Challenge, which runs throughout March. Students will have weekly reading goals set by their teachers, and if they meet all four and make it to “home plate,” they will receive a ticket voucher for OVE Night at the Ballpark on May 9th! Just thinking about spring and baseball brings a smile to my face!
I know that many students and families, including my own, were hit hard by illnesses in February. As we transition into spring, I’m hopeful that warmer weather brings better health for everyone. If your child is unwell, please keep them home to rest and recover. However, if they are feeling well, regular attendance is key. Consistency and routine are essential for our young Eagle learners!
March also marks the start of the testing season for our 2nd and 3rd-grade students. The IREAD testing window opens on Monday, March 3rd, and runs through Friday, March 14th. This test has become increasingly high-stakes, and our teachers and students feel the pressure. Please encourage your child by reminding them that they are prepared and capable. At OVE, we frequently say, "We can and will do hard things," and that mindset is especially important this year. Your support for both students and teachers during this time is greatly appreciated!
The third quarter ends on March 21st, and paper copies of report cards will be sent home on March 26th. Spring parent-teacher conferences, primarily for students whose teachers have requested a meeting, are scheduled for March 27th. Conference details have been sent home, and sign-ups are available through our OVE Facebook page and website.
Finally, if you know a family with an incoming kindergarten student, please remind them that kindergarten registration is open!
As always, feel free to reach out to me by phone at (574-825-5405) or email at martink@mcsin-k12.org with any questions, suggestions, or concerns.
Fly Eagles Fly,
Mr. Martin, Principal