The weekly eNews is our school community newsletter with information about O.H. Anderson Elementary School. All staff and families of O.H. Anderson Elementary School are subscribed to this newsletter.
Important Dates
April
April 26-27 - 5th Science MCA/MTS
May
May 14-Nature Trail Day at OHA
May 31-No School for Students or Staff-Memorial Day
June
June 1-3- Track & Field Day
June 4- All in Person turn in devices
June 10- Last Day of School
Principal's Message
Dear O.H. Anderson Students and Families,
I am so proud of our students at OHA. They are making our school the great place it is. They have voices and we are seeing and hearing it in multiple ways. They have opinions and love taking action and having voice and choice at O,H. Anderson!
Check out the inspirational messages our students are sending to their friends
Check out our daily announcements in which students are being strong communicators, contributing to the slides, and requesting songs for DJ Fridays. They are located on the OHA web page under quick links.
Students have thought of rewards for our ticket bucket. Ideas from the kids include:
Decorate the school
Throw away one assignment for our whole class.
Choose a dress up day
Work in the office.
We value their feedback and gather it daily in morning meetings, through surveys, and reflections.
Thank you for sharing these amazing people with us at OHA.
Please take care of yourselves, your family, and each other. #wecantakeithigher
✅If someone in your household has symptoms of COVID-19, is symptomatic and getting tested for COVID-19, or is symptomatic and awaiting test results, ALL household members must stay home until test results are known.
We are here to support you and your child. Please contact us if we can help in any way.
Pam McCabe, Counselor
pamela.mccabe@isd832.net
651-407-2430
Carol Hokanson, Social Emotional Learning Specialist
carol.hokanson@isd832.net
651-407-2346
10 Day Quarantine Option
A 10 day shortened quarantine will now be offered to elementary students beginning April 19 with a negative COVID test on or after day 5 of exposure on a case by case basis if your student meets the appropriate criteria.
Consult with the health office for approval of shortened quarantine and also for further information regarding criteria.
It is not possible to shorten the 14-day quarantine period if:
A member of your household has COVID-19.
Your child has tested positive for COVID-19.
Your child has COVID-19 symptoms.
You do not have a negative COVID-19 test result.
Your child’s full classroom was put on quarantine.
These changes are being made to support…
Provide consistent practices in Mahtomedi K-12.
The data (MDH) that shows little to no transmission on days 11-14.
We want to continue high quality teaching and learning for our students.
Track & Field Day
I am excited to give our Zephyrs a memorable experience during track and field day and I’ll need your help. I’m seeking approximately 18-20 volunteers for each day of our track and field days on June 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.Please use the following link to sign up to be a volunteer
3rd grade students will be participating on June 1st. 7:45-12:45- all spots are filled
4th grade students will be participating on June 2nd. 7:45-12:45- all spots are filled
5th grade students will be participating on June 3rd. 7:45-12:00- 6 spots remain
Volunteers will be asked to manage track and field stations and record performance of individuals/ classes on their station. Volunteers will check in at the front office and meet behind the building on the playground to prepare for the day. Please wear your volunteer badge at all times. Please note that you will be asked to perform a Volunteer Background Check before your volunteer date. If you have previously completed your background check with the district, you may sign up for a volunteer spot now. If you need to complete a background check please use the following link to complete the process Volunteer Background Check. Feel free to contact Beth Hennen or Kristina Vaughan at 651-407-2300 if you are unsure if you have completed the background check.
Thank you for your help!
Mitch Wanner
Physical Education OHA
Lost and Found
Lost and found is located in our main entrance way. Please stop by to claim any missing items.
Employment Opportunities
Click here to see current job openings in the
Mahtomedi School District.
Carol Fargo Summer Enrichment Scholarship
FREE BIKES!
Technology Support
Have an issue with your Chromebook or iPad?
Shut the device down (don’t just sign out).
Restart the device and check if the issue has been resolved.
Questions on Assignments Email or message your teacher
Questions on Student Supports Please contact Special Education Case Managers, English Language Teachers, SEL Specialist, Counselor, and Interventionists individually with questions.
General questions about school call office at 651-407-2300 or email Ms. Prather at susan.prather@isd832.net
Quarantines: During in-person learning, students are seated three feet apart. It is important to note that quarantine guidelines have not changed. It is still a rule per the Minnesota Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that if you are within 6 feet of someone contagious with COVID-19 for 15 minutes or more over the course of a day (24 hours) you will need to quarantine. Therefore, if we have a student who is contagious at school, students who are within a 6-foot radius of that person in class will have to quarantine. There may be situations where full classrooms will need to be quarantined (i.e. younger elementary classrooms where physical distancing rules are more challenging to follow).
A 10 day shortened quarantine will be offered to elementary students with a negative COVID test on or after day 5 of exposure on a case by case basis if your student meets the appropriate criteria.
Consult with the health office for approval of shortened quarantine and also for further information regarding criteria.
It is not possible to shorten the 14-day quarantine period if:
A member of your household has COVID-19.
Your child has tested positive for COVID-19.
Your child has COVID-19 symptoms.
You do not have a negative COVID-19 test result.
Your child’s full classroom was put on quarantine.
Questions about COVID-19? Need to submit a COVID-19 test result?
Marcia Senkler, Building RN O.H. Anderson School Marcia.Senkler@isd832.net 651-407-2335
Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Connector Information
The State of Minnesota has announced the launch of the Minnesota COVID-19 Vaccine Connector, which is a tool that helps Minnesotans find out when, where, and how to get their COVID-19 vaccine. Click here for more information.
During In-Person Learning, breakfast and lunch are FREE for all students at all of our school buildings on school days. Meal packs will continue to be available for distance learners, students in quarantine, and for all students on holidays and no school days.
Meal Pack Pick-Ups: April 9-June 4, 2021
Fridays from 11:00am-12:30pm
Mahtomedi High School, 8000 75th Street N., Mahtomedi
April question of the month - " If I could change one thing in the world I would..." Lucy P. - 3rd Gr. Ms. Dworak
Answer-"I would stop everyone from polluting!"
PTO Information
ORIGINAL WORKS
It's back! Watch for more info soon about ordering gifts personalized with your student's artwork!
Pick-Up Option For Distance Learners
We have the art paper and instructions
for Distance Learners ready for pick--up on the Pickup/Drop off table inside the the front door of the school
Please let me know if you have any questions! Thank you for helping us raise funds for the school! k.whitman25@gmail.com
Spirit wear
Gear up for spring with new Zephyr wear! A portion of the proceeds go directly to the PTO to support our elementary teachers and students. Shop today at https://apparelnow.com/mahtomedi-pto-apparel
The PTO is committed to supporting Wildwood and OHA Students and invites you to play an active part of their organization. Visit mahtomedipto.com for opportunities to get involved and to sign up for their directory.
Canvas and Clay (grades 3-5)
Wednesdays, April 14-May 5 Register here. - 3 spots available
OHA Boys Basketball (grades 3-5)
Work on basketball skills and drills in a fun environment with the MHS Girls Varsity Basketball Coach. Each week, different skills and drills will be taught/practiced.
Mondays, May 3-24 Register here. - 9 spots available
Gizmos and Gadgets - Gravity (grades 3-5)
How did toys work before batteries? They relied on natural forces like gravity. Put science to work as you explore the how and whys of gravity by experimenting and building a gadget that really works. Register here.Thursday, May 13
Follow me on Twitter to check out what’s happening at OHA! @prathesm 
ready for pick--up on the Pickup/Drop off table inside the the front door of the school 
