Hello Ogden Families!

Congratulations to the students who participated in the D102 Stem Expo this past weekend. So much work was put into such cool experiments, and everyone there learned a lot!

The Ogden PTC is hosting Family Bingo this upcoming Sunday. Click HERE to get tickets for bingo, and don’t forget to order lunch from Nicky Vs.

Remember, IAR testing has begun for 3rd-6th grade. Please see the Panther Press for tips on how you can help you students have a good testing experience.

Finally, thank you to everyone who met last night with Dr. Covino to discuss the District 102 Strategic Plan. What a great turnout! Parent input is a crucial part of this process, and we'd like to thank Dr. Covino for listening.

Leah Burkiewicz & Sarah Barus

Ogden PTC Presidents

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Rebecca Ramana.

6th Grade Slideshow

Attention 6th grade parents:

We are looking for photos of Ogden 6th graders throughout the years!

On the last day of school, Ogden will have a special breakfast and slideshow for our graduating 6th graders. We are looking for specific pictures for this slideshow and possibly the yearbook.

Using this DROPBOX LINK, please submit photos for consideration according to these specific guidelines:

- Current 6th grade Ogden students only

- From kindergarten age through now

- Groups of 6th graders from school events

- No family or siblings in pictures

- Photos with Ogden teachers and staff are a bonus!

DEADLINE is Friday, March 15th so don't delay and submit today!

Ogden Bingo Is Back and Better Than Ever!

Join us at Ogden Elementary School on Sunday, March 10th for Ogden Family Bingo! There will be prizes and “celebrity” announcers too! Details below. Space is limited, so sign up early!

To sign up, click HERE.

Back and even better is Nicky V's with a food truck !!! Nicky V's will be offering a meal package of Hot Dog, Chips & Drink for $6/pp. You can order in advance within this purchase, and plan to arrive at 12pm to enjoy your lunch.

What: Ogden Family Bingo

When: Sunday, March 10; 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm (BINGO will start promptly at 12:30pm)

Where: Ogden Elementary School MPR

Tickets and Lunch: Tickets are $5 per person (includes bingo cards and dauber); click HERE to purchase your tickets and pre-purchase a hot dog meal from Nicky V's.

Other: As always, we need a few extra hands to make this event happen. Click HERE to volunteer for a role. Thank you in advance for your time and assistance!

Questions? Contact Stacy Davis or Andreea Alm.

Join your fellow dads at the Stadium Club to socialize and meet new friends on Thursday, March 14 starting at 7:30 p.m. Food will be available to purchase from the menu along with a cash bar.

15% of the proceeds will be donated to the Ogden PTC.

Questions? Contact Kristen Reichel.

Green Bagel Day

The PTC is excited to announce Green Bagel Day in celebration of St. Patrick's Day! This fun Ogden tradition (fully funded by the PTC!) provides buttered green bagels to all students and staff.

Bagels will be distributed during the lunch periods on March 15th so please adjust your lunches accordingly. Kindergarten and 1st grade will each receive 1/2 of a bagel.

**If you would like a gluten free bagel for your child, please contact Kelly Marco or Dawn Gormely

Ogden Open

Registration & Sponsorship

Fore...Registration for the Ogden Open (May 18th) is in full swing! Register your foursome today, or purchase your non-golfer ticket to enjoy the post-round party. All registrations and sponsorship opportunities can be found via our CheddarUp link.

Weekly Spotlight: We are in need of a Cart Sponsor ($500). If you would like to have your company or small business featured in all upcoming marketing initiatives, golf cart, and event day signage, please visit CheddarUp to secure your sponsorship.

Contact event chairs, Loren Carpenter or Colleen Furey with any questions.

District 102's Annual Race to the Finish 5K and 1 mile Fun Run/Walk

There is still time to take advantage of early bird pricing through Monday, March 11th!

$25-5K, $20-1 Mile Fun Run + discounted rates for families of 4 or more and district staff. Use promo code FAMILY102 at checkout for 10% discount on registration for families of 4 or more.

If you have a child who wants to be timed for BOTH races but doesn’t need two shirts, please contact runfor102@gmail.com for more information on a discounted rate.

For more event information, and to see our sponsors, like us on Facebook!

Drama Club is off to a great start! We have 39 members registered. The kids have their parts and practices are now in full swing!

We are in need of parent volunteers! To help out with practices, please sign up HERE.

Our Thursday practice group (Stage Crew & Scenes 1, 3, 6, 6.5 & 10) meets today from 3:15 to 4:30 p.m. in the Music Room.

The next meeting for the Tuesday practice group (Costumes/Makeup & Scenes 2, 3.5, assembly, 5, 8, 9 and 9.5) will be Tues, March 12. Same time. Same place.

Questions? Contact Samantha Sordyl or Nichole Veihman.

March Donation Drive for Pillars/Constance Morris House

This March, in honor of Women's History Month, the Ogden OPEN committee will

host a donation drive for the Pillars Community Health Constance Morris House, a local domestic violence shelter where survivors can find refuge as they flee abusive relationships.

Over the past year, the Constance Morris House has undergone an

extensive renovation, and when it reopens in early spring, it will feature additional rooms, a brand-new playground, and larger spaces to accommodate families that are looking to remain together during their stay at the House.

In advance of the reopening, the House will need to be replenished with all new supplies, personal items, and bedding for the residents. Please see the attached FLYER with an overview of items we are collecting throughout the month of March.

We hope you will consider supporting the Constance Morris House and their work to provide a safe environment for domestic violence survivors in our community.

For more info or questions, please contact Betsy Shea or Roderick Drew.

Pizza FUNdraiser at Flying High

Back by popular demand! Please join us on Friday, April 12th from 7-10pm for an all Ogden Pizza FUNdraiser at Flying High gym!

The cost is $18/child for registration prior to April 10th, $22/child thereafter (walk-ins are welcome!)

See the flyer for more information and register in advance HERE.

We are excited to have two Ogden fun lunches per month!

See the updated schedule below. And click here to view the updated flyer.

Schedule:

3/7 - Sarpino's (newly added)

3/21 - Panera

4/11 - Buona -Pasta Menu (newly added)

4/25 - Billy Bricks

5/9 - Culver's (newly added)

5/30 - California Pizza Kitchen

Registration is up and running - ready to accept meal choice orders. Remember, your order must be placed one week before the lunch date.

If you still need to create an account to order, click HERE - School password: oas424



Questions? Contact Dawn Gormely or Kelly Marco.

Save the Date for Thursday, April 18!

The school will be open from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 18 for Ogden's Spring Open House. Parents and their children are invited to tour classrooms and view student projects. Stay to enjoy some ice cream compliments of Andy's Frozen Custard, stroll through the Art Enrichment Student Art Gallery and visit the Anderson's Bookstore Book Fair!



• Final service project at Feed My Starving Children:

Fri, March 15th, 7:00 to 9:00pm (TWO SPOTS LEFT!)

Sign up your 6th grader to participate by clicking HERE!



• Team ropes course: Friday, April 12 and Friday, April 19
• Spring bowling party: Friday night, May 17
• Wednesday morning, June 5 (last day of school), 6th grade breakfast/slideshow/clap out

6th Grade T-Shirts

All 6th grade students will be presented with a Park Junior High shirt on the last day of school. Please fill out the T-shirt size survey HERE.

Become A Volunteer English Tutor through TEACH!

The program is looking for District 102 parents to tutor other parents in the district who are looking to practice English. Training is free. Volunteers do not need to be bilingual, and no experience is required.

Make a difference! Tutor English and help with citizenship test preparation for adult learners.

For more information about becoming a volunteer, please contact Malorie Farrington or visit www.teachempowers.org.

Mark your calendar for the Cossitt Elementary School's bi-annual children's consignment sale on Saturday, March 9, from 10:00 am to 1:30 pm. Explore quality name-brand items from infants to size 16, including spring/summer clothes, shoes, sports gear, and books.

Catch the amazing HALF PRICE deals from 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm. Plus, your purchases support local children in need – unsold items are donated to Chicagoland non-profits. Shop smart, help the community, and care for the environment!

For details and involvement opportunities, visit www.cossittptc.org/clothingsale.

The Park Tutor Program is an after-school program where Park Students tutor and mentor elementary students. They are meeting today!

Mondays and Thursdays

3:30 to 4:10 p.m.

Park Junior High LRC

Meet in front of the Main Office of

Park Junior High School...

then go to the LRC.

Tutoring Session Dates:

March 7, 11, 14, 18, 21

April 3, 4, 8, 11th (last day)

Questions? Email Mrs. Pasieka.

We have you covered for your upcoming breaks!

Spring Break Camp is back this year, with more fun, more games, and an in-house field trip! Dates run 3/25-3/28, there are full and half day options available.

While you're at it, don't forget to register for Summer Camp! Space is limited; don't miss out on the summer fun. www.communityparkdistrict.org