December 2023
Parent-Child Luncheon
Held from November 27th through December 8th, parents of Primary and Elementary children were able to enjoy a meal with their parent in their classroom environment. This very special visit gave parents a unique insight to their child's daily routine where they had an opportunity to meet their friends and spend time with their teachers, and most importantly, create some priceless memories with their child that will last a lifetime!
Harvest Feast
On November 22nd, OMS held its Harvest Feast. Children enjoyed turkey or cheese sandwiches; caprese skewers; fruit salad; pumpkin pie; and apple cider from Mendocino Farms and Whole Foods. It was a great start to the holidays!
Elementary Opera Performance
On December 7th, the Elementary children hosted The Quiltmaker’s Gift children's opera performance. OMS families and children cheered on the participants as they brought to life the beloved story about a generous quilt maker who finally agreed to make a quilt for a greedy king, but only under certain conditions which caused him to undergo a change of heart.
December Photo Gallery
Toddlers
Sand BoxIn addition to enjoyment, playing in a sand box improves a child’s problem-solving skills by allowing them to explore different materials and objects while encouraging creativity. 
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Working with a PaintbrushUsing a paintbrush builds fine motor skills by requiring the use of a pincher grasp; encouraging movement of the hand, wrist, and arm; and developing good pencil grip and grip strength. 
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Primary 1
Snack ProceduresAs a part of the Practical Life activities, children participate in snack procedures by gathering the items, preparing/cutting the food and serving their classmates. 
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NumeralsMath is introduced in many ways to help children visually grasp abstract concepts. Here, a child is working with numerals in sequence. 
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Primary 2
Phonetic Word ListChildren are able to visualize the written language as a set of symbols. Here, a child is working with a phonetic word list. 
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Puzzle MapsWorking with puzzle maps prepare the child for physical geography and develop the scientific mind. 
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Elementary
Picnic TablesThe Elementary children had an exciting woodwork project. They helped assemble their new picnic tables. 
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Harvest FeastThankful for the new picnic tables that they recently constructed; the children enjoyed their first meal together at the Harvest Feast. 
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Looking Ahead
January 2024
Winter Break
School will be closed from December 16th through January 2nd for the winter break and will resume on January 3, 2024.
Holiday
School will be closed on January 15th in recognition of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Parent Observation Days
Held from January 16th through 31st, Primary and Elementary parents will have a 30-minute opportunity to observe their child(ren) in their classroom environment to see their routine and interactions with their teachers and peers.
Happy Holiday from OMS!
We would like to take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for supporting us and the work our team passionately loves to do for you and your children. Your sincere, wholehearted, warm, caring and cheerful encouragement keeps our spirits alive every day. Each of us at OMS, sincerely thank you and wish you a very happy holiday season and a fantastic new year!
