Due to the weather/forecast for tomorrow, all RNESU schools will be delayed 2 hours on 12/11/23
Students at OCA have been working hard to demonstrate this month's character trait of 'Caring'. Students were rewarded for their hard work by getting to slime Mr. Crane at this morning's school circle!
Marsha Bruce, RNESU's Director of Special Services, was featured in today's edition of the Brandon Reporter. The profile features many of the great things that Marsha has done for RNESU over the years, and the relationships that she has cultivated. In the profile, Superintendent Hubert says about Marsha, "[she] is one of those rare individuals who are known not only for their commitment and drive, but also for their kindness and generosity. She is quick to help others, but even quicker to offer a smile, a hug, or a colorful anecdote to brighten someone’s day".
We encourage you to read the whole profile by following the link below.
https://www.brandonreporter.com/2023/11/15/marsha-bruce-longtime-director-of-special-services-at-rnesu-to-retire/
VEGGIE VAN GO - DATE CHANGED - Wednesday, Nov., 8, 2023 - 10:00 - 11:00 AM at OVUHS Parking Lot. Drive-thru style FREE produce distribution event open to all students, families and staff affiliated with RNESU. No eligibility requirements or reservations necessary. Want to participate but can't make the time? Ask a family member, friend or neighbor to pick up for you and they can pick up for themselves too. https://tinyurl.com/bx9h466b
GET ON BOARD.....The School Board - Petitions are available now and due to Town Clerks by January 29, 2024 to be named on the ballot for the March 2024 elections. https://www.rnesu.org/page/district-information-school-boards
VEGGIE VAN GO - Friday, Oct. 27 - 10:00 - 11:00 AM at OVUHS Parking Lot. Drive-thru style FREE produce distribution event open to all students, families and staff affiliated with RNESU. No eligibility requirements or reservations required. Want to participate but can't make the time? Ask a family member, friend or neighbor to pick up for you and they can pick up for themselves too. https://tinyurl.com/3rxnp9nu
SEEKING LETTERS OF INTEREST - The OVUU School Board is in search of community members who are interested in joining the board. There are two vacant board seats available: 1) Brandon Representative and 2) Pittsford Representative. The individuals appointed to these positions must reside in the respective towns and will serve until the next election in March 2024. Letters of interest must be submitted by Thurs. Nov. 2 to Melinda Piper at mpiper@rnesu.org stating which seat you would like to be considered for and explaining why you would be a valuable addition to the Board. The Board will make a decision during the OVUU School Board meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the OVUHS Library.
Please join us tomorrow,Tuesday, October 24th, at 5pm for our next Community Forum. Topics include “wonders, wants and goals for RNESU schools.” Please join us to share your voice! Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82112054959?pwd=VC8zMndZSkJlZnk2TWMzRmhQQUhjQT09
Please join us next Tuesday, October 24th, at 5pm for our next Community Forum. Topics include “wonders, wants and goals for RNESU schools.” Please join us to share your voice!
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82112054959?pwd=VC8zMndZSkJlZnk2TWMzRmhQQUhjQT09
Happy World Teachers' Day!
On this World Teachers' Day, RNESU celebrates the exceptional contributions of educators worldwide, and especially those here in our district! Thank you for all the hard work you do with our students every day!
SCHOOL BOARD OPENINGS - The OVUU School Board is in search of community members who are interested in joining the board. There are two vacant board seats available: 1) Brandon Representative and 2) Pittsford Representative. The individuals appointed to these positions must reside in the respective towns and will serve until the next election in March 2024. If you are interested, please send a letter to Melinda Piper at mpiper@rnesu.org stating which seat you would like to be considered for and explaining why you would be a valuable addition to the Board. The deadline for submission is Thursday, Nov. 2, 2023. The Board will make a decision during the OVUU School Board meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023, at 6:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the OVUHS Library.
Check out this awesome video from the 5th and 6th graders at Otter Creek Academy singing in Spanish, accompanied by Mr. Gram on guitar!
https://youtu.be/jXyggTF5EsQ
VEGGIE VAN GO - Friday, Sept. 22 - 10:00 - 11:00 AM at OVUHS Parking Lot. Drive-thru style FREE produce distribution event open to all students, families and staff affiliated with RNESU. No eligibility requirements or reservations required. Want to participate but can't make the time? Ask a friend or family member to pick up for you and they can pick up for themselves too. https://tinyurl.com/3rxnp9nu
REMINDER - This Friday, September 15th, is the first Early Release Day for the 2023-2024 School Year. These Early Release Days are critical in allowing staff to work collaboratively in their buildings and across all school in RNESU to review data and develop lessons that respond to the needs of students. If you have any questions, please contact your child's school.
REMINDER - On September 21st we will be having our first community forum on the topic of Safety. We are currently finalizing the agenda. If there is anything you would like to see added to the agenda, please email our Director of Safe Schools at tweideman@rnesu.org by tomorrow -- September 12th.
OVUU SCHOOL BOARD SEEKS NEW MEMBERS - The OVUUSD Board is seeking interested parties to fill two vacant board seats: 1) Brandon Rep 2) Pittsford Rep.
The appointed school board members for these seats must be a resident of the respective town and would serve through to the next election in March 2024.
Interested parties should send a letter identifying the seat they wish to be considered for and outlining why they would be a good addition to the Board to Melinda Piper at mpiper@rnesu.org by no later than Tuesday, September 26, 2023.
The Board intends to take action at the following OVUU School Board meeting on Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at 6:00 PM at the OVUHS Library.
The rain can't stop Mrs. Randall from welcoming students to Otter Creek Academy for the first day of school!
ANNOUNCEMENT - Meal Payment Program Update - Now called LINQ Connect.
Learn more here: https://tinyurl.com/5x7228v2 and access the Guide to Get Started and FAQ here: https://tinyurl.com/33rnzu2z
Friday was filled with many celebrations in RNESU! Marsha Bruce was celebrated for her years of service to RNESU at the Bus Driver's In Service. We also had our Celebration of Contribution event during Convocation -- honoring our distinguished licensed professionals and our distinguished support staff from the 2022-2023 school year. These are just some of the amazing people who make RNESU a great place for students to learn!
BUS ROUTES - School Bus Transportation is a privilege that is available to students across RNESU. Please review the bus expectations with your students. Bus Expectations and Routes can be found at https://www.rnesu.org/page/bussing-and-routes.