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O.H. Anderson Elementary School
Upcoming Events
December 6: 4th Grade students taking the CogAT assessment,
4th Grade Choir 8:25 AM
December 9: Positive Peers - Blue 8:15 AM, World Music Ensemble 8:25 AM
December 12: Holiday Teacher Snack Buffet - Sign up to Donate Snacks!
December 13: 4th Grade Choir 8:25 AM
December 16: Positive Peers - Gold 8:15 AM, World Music Ensemble 8:25 AM
December 18: 5th Grade Choir 8:25 AM
December. 20: Google Meet Dress up Day- business on top/casual on bottom, PTO Bookmobile delivers books to all K-5 students to read over winter break.
December 23 - January 1: Winter Break - NO SCHOOL
On-Going Events
Now - December 13: PTO Gently Used Book Drive: drop-off bins will be in the OHA lobby
This Issue's Top Highlights
KNOW
Our students are finishing up their first module in Wit and Wisdom.
DO
Clean out your bookshelves and bring in any gently used books to donate to the PTO.
SHARE
Check out photos of fun events happening at OHA.
School News
Winter Weather Reminders
Please watch this video to understand our weather guidelines for going outside and e-Learning plans during emergency weather closings.
We refer to students' winter clothing at recess as the OHA Winter 5: Jacket/Coat, Hat/Hood, Mittens/Gloves, Snow Pants, and Boots. Thank you for reminding students to dress for the winter weather each day.
PTO Collecting Gently Used Books
Please bring books into the OHA lobby. Each child will get to choose a new book as a present from the PTO on Dec. 20 to encourage reading over winter break.
Change of Plans, Absences, and Early Pick-Up
If you have a change of plans during the day regarding how your child is going home please do not email the teacher as they are busy teaching and do not check emails regularly or they may have a substitute in the classroom. Instead, please call the O.H. Anderson office at 651-407-2300 by 2:15 PM with any changes so we can communicate this to students and teachers.
Each day your student is absent you will need to fill out the O.H. Anderson Absence Form, even if you already contacted the teacher. Please input your child’s full name in the form. If you are reporting an early release or late arrival please enter the time you will be picking up/or arriving.
If you are picking up your child early please note that all early pickups must be done by 3:20 as it gets busy in the office at the end of the day.
For more information please review the Mahtomedi Public Schools Student and Family Handbook.
Cell Phone, Smart Watches, and Other Devices Guidelines
Students may NOT use cell phones, smart watches, or other devices during the school day (9:05-3:45). “No cell, bell to bell!”
For more information please review our Cell Phone Guidelines.
OHA Wish List
We’re approaching that time of year when many people ask about items that could be used at OHA. To make it easier, we've created an Amazon Wish List for our building. If you're interested in donating, any items from the list would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your support!
Wit and Wisdom
We are finishing up our first module this month. For a dinner discussion ask your child the essential question from their module and let them show the knowledge they have built.
3rd Grade- Why do people explore the sea?
4th Grade- What does it mean to have a great heart, literally and figuratively?
5th grade- How do cultural beliefs and values guide people?
We will be starting our new module soon. Here is more information on Module 2.
3rd Grade- Outer Space
4th Grade- Extreme Settings
5th grade- Word Play
Celebrate OHA Staff
Looking for the perfect way to show your appreciation for our amazing OHA staff? We’ve curated Teacher & Staff Favorite Things lists to make it easy! Whether it’s for the holidays or just to say “thank you,” these lists make gift-giving easy and meaningful. These lists are filled with their favorite treats, hobbies, and small surprises they love. Visit MahtomediPTO.com to find the curated lists and bring a little extra joy to their day! ***Currently for OHA staff only.
Around the School
SMART Cookie Award Winner: Gavin Gibbons
Congratulations to O.H. Anderson (OHA) Elementary School fourth-grade student Gavin Gibbons on receiving the SMART Cookie Award! OHA fourth-grade teacher Libby Mattson nominated Gavin for the award, recognizing Gavin’s academic achievements, and shared this: “Gavin has gone above and beyond in his academics this year. He takes assignments and is able to make strong connections to the world around him. When doing writing assignments, he often writes more than the necessary requirements and uses deep thinking to write well thought out responses. Gavin works really hard at making sure he gets his work done. He also shows his classmates how to get work done when they are struggling.”
The SMART Cookie Award is a partnership between Mahtomedi Public Schools and Mahtomedi Class of 2021 alumna and owner of 350 Degrees Bakery, Elouise Suoja, to recognize students who exemplify Service, Mentorship, Academics, Resilience, or Teamwork (SMART). Staff members at Mahtomedi Public Schools nominate students. Award winners receive special recognition and a complimentary cookie from 350 Degrees Bakery.
OHA Student Reporters Share Thankful Articles
A group of students from Wildwood and O.H. Anderson Elementary Schools recently shared their writing skills with the White Bear Press for a chance to be featured student reporters in the latest issue. Students submitted articles about what they are thankful for and “exclusive” details on Thanksgiving dinner. Thank you to our student reporters, Violet, Lila, Kyree, Dylan, Sully, Filip, Henley, Ceci, Drew, Mila, Collins, and Sylvia! Their articles are available to view in the print and online versions of the November 27 of the White Bear Press.
Turkey Bingo
We have an OHA tradition of playing Tukey Bingo before Thanksgiving break. Click here to see kids having fun gobbeling down the hall to receive their prize.
High School Band and Choir Concert
Thank you to the Mahtomedi High School Band and Choir for coming to OHA and sharing their talents during a concert on Friday, November 22. OHA students had fun participating during the YMCA song.
Fish Art
Our third graders are rating their fish prints and adding embellishments.
Fun Photos This Week
Follow OHA on Instagram to see more photos of what we've been doing this week!
Celebrate Our Staff
If you want to celebrate a teacher or staff member please fill out this Zephyr Celebration Form. It makes a staff member's day for going the extra mile. We will deliver the kind wishes to them and we will celebrate how they make a difference in the lives of a child.
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