Enjoy this slideshow of the Orcas Island Middle and High School Bands from their concert on February 2, 2012 at the Orcas Center. Accompanying music performed by the Orcas High School and Middle School string ensemble.
Click here: OISD Band Concert at the Orcas Center
Due to the current forecast for snow this morning before a shift to ice pellets and rain, the decision has been made to close all schools on Orcas Island for Friday, January 20th.
Reports from several areas of Island indicate freezing rain and snow have begun to fall, please drive carefully if you do venture out on the roads.
After school today an Orcas Elementary student was involved in an accident at the intersection of N.Beach and School Road. The student was struck by a car while riding his bike through the intersection. Thankfully this was a low speed accident. The student was very lucky to escape the accident with only minor injuries and was released to the Funhouse to wait for his father following an examination by paramedics and a local doctor. The response of our fire and police departments was amazing and it was impressive to see so many community members respond to the aid of a student.
This accident occurred just as the school busses reached the intersection and many of our students either witnessed the accident or were in the area. I am sure this will be a topic of conversation in school and the community in the next few days. I know I’ve heard plenty of rumors and versions of the event already. Please do your best to relay facts and reassure your students that the young man is ok.
This is also a very good time to remind students of the importance of wearing a helmet when riding their bike.
This is the final week before the December break. Unless you enjoy doing schoolwork over the break, get everything done that you possibly can this week so that it does not follow you into the break.
That was a very fine Community Dinner on Friday. Thanks to everyone who helped make it a success. Notice the new photos hanging in the cafeteria and says thanks to Mandy Randolph for them.
Click here to open: Dec 11 2011 STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS
Rollerskating in the old gym will be open on November 18th ONLY for the month of November from 6 pm to 7 pm for beginners and 7-9 for more advanced skaters. (We will NOT have rollerskating on days when there is no school November 11th and 25th).
Rollerskating for December will be December 2nd, 9th and 16th, at this time. Please watch for further updates, as the schedule may change due to basketball games scheduled in the gym.
Welcome to the first week of the second quarter!
**Veterans Day is on Friday, November 11th. All of us will celebrate with a holiday in honor of our veterans.
In addition to the day off, we honor veterans by remembering their service to our country, and by learning or remembering why and how we created a day to recognize veterans. A good way to start is to add up the number of veterans you know either on Orcas or elsewhere.
“While those who died are also remembered on Veterans Day, which is observed on November 11, Veterans Day is intended to thank and honor all those who served honorably in the military – in wartime or peacetime. In fact, Veterans Day is largely intended to thank living Veterans for their service, to acknowledge that their contributions to our national security are appreciated, and to underscore the fact that all those who served – not only those who died – have sacrificed and done their duty. “
Click here to open: Nov 6 11 STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS[1]
