Oglethorpe Avenue Elementary

It may not be twin day, but every day is a day of shared vision over here at Oglethorpe Elementary! #1Dream1Team

🎉💙 Today, we celebrate and honor the amazing custodial team that keeps our school shining bright every single day! 🌟 Our custodial workers are true heroes, working tirelessly behind the scenes to create a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for all of us. They care for our school like it’s their own, and their dedication goes far beyond just cleaning. From making sure classrooms are spotless to ensuring hallways sparkle, they take pride in every corner of our building. 🧹✨ They don’t just care for our school—they care for us. Their kindness, hard work, and positive attitudes bring so much warmth to our community. Whether it's lending a hand when something needs fixing, helping prepare for special events, or just offering a friendly smile in the hallway, they go above and beyond every day. To our custodial team: We see you, we appreciate you, and we couldn’t be more grateful for everything you do. You make our school a better place, and we are so lucky to have you as part of our school family! 💛💪 Thank you for everything! 🌟 #CustodialAppreciationDay #OurSchoolHeroes #GratefulAndClean

No school on tomorrow 9/27/24.

🌍🎉 Hispanic Heritage Gallery Walk 🎉🌍 Our Wildcats took an incredible journey around the Hispanic world today! After weeks of hard work curating beautiful exhibits for their assigned countries, students explored the vibrant cultures of Argentina, Colombia, Bolivia, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Venezuela with their very own passports. Through this experience, our students practiced important Leader in Me habits—Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood by listening to and appreciating the perspectives of others, and Habit 6: Synergize by working together to create amazing exhibits that highlighted the unique beauty of each country. We are so proud of the collaboration and understanding our Wildcats showed, and we couldn’t be prouder of all the effort that made this event so special! #HispanicHeritageMonth #GalleryWalk #LeaderInMe #Synergize #SeekFirstToUnderstand #CulturalExploration #OAESWildcats

🌧️ Important Weather Update 🌧️ Due to the severe weather moving in, all afterschool events are cancelled for Thursday, September 26th. This includes NO ASP, NO Afterschool Clubs or Extensions, and unfortunately, NO Hispanic Heritage Night. We’re disappointed but safety comes first! Please stay tuned for further updates as things develop. Stay safe, Wildcats! 🐾 #StaySafeWildcats #WeatherUpdate #OAES

🌧️ Fun Run Rescheduled 🌧️ Due to the forecasted inclement weather, we’ve made the decision to reschedule the Fun Run for Tuesday, October 8th, during our school conferences and Book Fair. While we know it will be a busy week, we’re looking forward to the energy and excitement that comes with it! Thank you for your support as we continue raising funds for our 5th Grade trip to Tybee Island. See you then! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ #FunRun #TybeeTripFundraiser #OAES

🎬 We are off and running with our 24-25 News Crew! Our newest Wildcat journalists have been putting in the hard work, and this week they officially went LIVE with their morning broadcasts at 7:35! 📰 From school updates to daily inspiration, they’re keeping us informed and inspired every morning. Not only are they showing leadership on air, but they’ve also embraced *The Leader in Me* Habit 1: *Be Proactive*—choosing to come in during their lunch break to practice, all on their own initiative! 💪 We couldn’t be prouder of their dedication and commitment. Here’s a sneak peek behind the scenes from the past few days—stay tuned for more from these proactive leaders and talented broadcasters! #OAESNewsCrew #WildcatJournalists #BeProactive #LeaderInMe #BehindTheScenes #StudentLeadership #ProudWildcats

9/25 is the final day to signup for Girls on the Run! We have 4 spots left for 3-5th graders! Our fabulous coaches are ready to embark on another fantastic season! REGISTER HERE for Girls on the Run: https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/gotrgaf24?sid=811e9757bb8548839d11d2389ed745a0 REGISTRAR AQUÍ: https://www.pinwheel.us/register/index/gotrgaf24?sid=811e9757bb8548839d11d2389ed745a0

Today we had the honor of inducting our newest Safety Patrol members! 🎉 Being a part of the Safety Patrol is more than just a title—it’s a commitment to leadership, responsibility, and service to our school. These Wildcats have shown that they have what it takes to set a positive example, help keep our hallways safe, and ensure smooth bus loading every day. Congratulations to our new Safety Patrols, and thank you for stepping up as role models for your peers! We are so proud of you! 👏 #OAESSafetyPatrol #WildcatLeaders #LeaderInMe #SafetyFirst #Habit8 #FindYourVoice

Get ready, Wildcats! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Our Fun Run is coming up, and we need your support to help send our 5th graders to Tybee Island! 🌊 This fundraiser fuels some of the amazing learning experiences and opportunities that our students will cherish for a lifetime. From hands-on science adventures to unforgettable memories, this trip is the perfect way to cap off their time here at OAES before heading to middle school. We’re still collecting donations, so let’s make it happen together! Every little bit helps! 🎉 https://youtu.be/Q0IQklab8y4 #OAESFunRun #WildcatsOnTheRun #TybeeBound #SupportOurStudents #DonateToday

🎉✨ Join us for Hispanic Heritage Night at OAES! 🎉✨ In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, we’re excited to celebrate the rich Hispanic cultures that helps to make our school community so vibrant! 🌍❤️ Bring the whole family for a fun evening featuring: 🍽️ A potluck with delicious food 🎶 A folkloric dance performance 🛍️ Local vendors 🎨 A gallery walk showcasing the incredible projects of our K-5 students Come out for a night of food, music, dancing, and learning, as we highlight the rich Hispanic cultures within our community. We can’t wait to see you there! 🗓️ Date: September 26 @ 5:30 📍 Location: OAES #HispanicHeritageNight #WildcatPride #CelebrateDiversity #FoodMusicFun

🎉 Afternoon Extensions are officially in full swing at OAES! 🎉 Our Cheer Team and Basketball teams are already hard at work, gearing up for an amazing season ahead! 📣🏀 And today, the Chess Club had its first meeting in the library—strategies and checkmates are on the horizon! ♟️🧠 We’re so excited to see our Wildcats shine in all their activities this year. Go, Wildcats! 💙💛 #Wildcats #AfternoonExtensions #CheerTeam #Basketball #ChessClub #OglethorpeAvenueElementary

🌧️🏃‍♂️ Fun Run Update! 🏃‍♀️🌧️ Due to the rain, our Fun Run has been rescheduled for Friday, September 27th! 🌟 Mark your calendars and get ready to support our Wildcats as they run to raise money for the 5th grade trip to Tybee Island. 🌊 Here’s how you can help: 1. **Collect Pledges**: Students will be gathering pledges from family and friends—either as a flat donation or per lap completed. 2. **Run & Track**: On the day of the Fun Run, teachers and volunteers will track each student's laps. 3. **Celebrate & Collect**: After the event, students will bring home a form with their total laps to collect pledges. Even if you don’t have a 5th grader yet, your support will help continue this tradition for future classes. Let’s come together and make this event a success for our Wildcats! 💙💛 #FunRun #Wildcats #TybeeTrip #OglethorpeAvenueElementary

Today, our Wildcats had an udderly amazing time with the Georgia Mobile Dairy Classroom! 🐄🎉 Students got an up-close look at the milking process in action and learned all about the journey from farm to fridge. Our Wildcats now have a better understanding of where their milk comes from, the importance of dairy in their diet, and the hard work dairy farmers put into managing natural resources. 🥛🌿 #OAESWildcats #DairyDay #FarmToFridge

🌟 Lunch with Mr. Curry! 🌟 Congratulations to our August Students of the Month who enjoyed a special Chick-fil-A lunch with Principal Curry! 🥳 Your hard work, positive attitudes, and dedication truly make you shine. We are so proud of our excellent Wildcats! Keep up the amazing work! 🐾💙 #WildcatPride #StudentOfTheMonth #OneDreamOneTeam

Just a friendly reminder that Thursday is School Picture Day! Jostens will be on-site, capturing our Wildcats in all their glory. Make sure your little ones are dressed to impress and ready to shine! We can't wait to see their smiling faces and create memories that will last a lifetime. Let’s make this a picture-perfect day! 📅 Date: Thursday, September 5th 📸 Photographer: Jostens See you there! 🌟🐾

🥁🥁 We aren't done! We are so very excited to announce of 2024-2025 Support Person of the Year--Ms. Farrah Bazzelle! 🥁🥁 ✨ We talked to students about Ms. Bazzelle, and they lit up with excitement when they realized they got to talk about one of their favorite people in the school. Here’s what they shared: ✨ 'Her makeup is AH-mazing. She always looks so fashionable! I love seeing her jewelry and her shoes!'✨ 'She always knows how to make me laugh. ' ✨ 'I feel happy and excited every time I see her.' ✨ 'I love when she gets to use the mop! ✨ 'I know I'm safe because she's here.' ✨ Farrah is so much more than a school custodian—she is the hypesquad of OAES. Ms. Bazzelle naturally connects with everyone, whether it’s a student needing a smile or a staff member needing a laugh. Her incredible sense of humor brings light to even the messiest situations, and her dedication to our school is unmatched. Farrah’s always working, always making sure our students have a beautiful, functional space where they can focus and thrive. Her attention to detail shows in every corner of our school, making it a place we’re all proud to be. But it’s not just what she does—it’s who she is. Ms. Bazzelle is gifted with preternatural attention to detail and notices everything, from a student’s new haircut to a staff member’s change in style, and she’s quick with a warm compliment that makes us all feel seen and valued. People who feel seen feel safe, and when Ms. Bazzelle is around, we all feel safe, appreciated, and genuinely cared for. Unsurprisingly, she is often one of the first to notice when one of us needs a supportive ear. Her ability to connect with each of us on a personal level makes her an irreplaceable part of our school community. Farrah, you are truly a ray of sunshine in our hallways, and we are beyond grateful to have you as part of our Wildcat family. Your dedication, kindness, and hilarious spirit make you more than deserving of being our 2024-2025 Support Person of the Year. We love you, Ms. Bazzelle, and we couldn’t imagine our school without you! Thank you for giving us this opportunity to celebrate everything you are! #SPOTY #SchoolHero #SunshineInOurHalls"

🥁🥁 We are so very excited to announce of 2024-2025 Teacher of the Year--Mrs. Heidi Carr! 🥁🥁 ✨ When we asked our students about Mrs. Heidi Carr, their faces lit up, and their smiles told us everything we needed to know about her impact. Here’s what they shared: ✨ 'She’s got the best smile.' ✨ 'She’s always so nice.' ✨ 'She knows how to explain really hard things in a way that makes me know I can do them.' ✨ 'She makes me feel happy.' ✨ 'She’s special.' ✨ 'She’s the best teacher.' ✨ 'She will always help kids.' Mrs. Carr is not just an iconic figure at our school—she is a source of joy and strength for our entire community. As a dedicated EIP Teacher, she seems to be everywhere at once, always ready to jump in and lend a helping hand, no matter the task. Whether she’s guiding a student through a difficult concept or offering support and a lifted burden to a colleague, Mrs. Carr approaches every situation with a smile on her face bright enough to reflect all the love in her heart. 💖 To see Mrs. Carr in her element is to see Excellence without even a drop of hubris. Her interactions with students and staff are filled with warmth, patience, and a genuine desire to see everyone around her succeed. We are all better, happier, and more capable people because of her presence. To say that we are blessed to have Mrs. Carr as part of our Wildcat family is an understatement. Mrs. Carr, your influence stretches far beyond these classroom walls. You create a brighter, kinder, and more inspiring place for all of us, and we couldn’t be more grateful. Your unwavering and inherent belief in each of us empowers us to face and overcome any challenges that come our way in the future. Thank you for being the inspiring educator and person that you are. You deserve every bit of this recognition and we love having the opportunity to celebrate you!👏 #TeacherOfTheYear #OAESWildcats #IconicEducator #EIPExcellence

CCSD is reconstituting the Parent Advisory Board (PAB) this year. If you're interested in serving, click the link below to find out more information and fill out the form. Those selected will be notified on Thursday afternoon. https://forms.gle/wtu61e3R2phrRaK99

What a fantastic night at OAES! 🎉 We were so happy to welcome families back to the building for our Title I and Curriculum Night, where our dedicated teachers and staff shared the exciting goals and plans for the year ahead. A big shoutout to our PTO for keeping us well-fed and happy! Plus, we were thrilled to introduce our amazing new Assistant Principal, Ms. Darlene Boles! Thank you to all the families who joined us and made the night a huge success. 🏫✨ #OAESWildcats #CurriculumNight #CommunityStrong