Ophir Elementary School

Come visit OCESD's booth for freebies, job opportunities and school info at the National Night Out, Tuesday, August 1, 2023, at Martin Luther King Park, 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Our community is mourning the tragic loss of Amadeus Miller Ramos. The Axiom Youth Center is hosting times over the next couple of weeks for anyone affected by this tragedy or the tragedy of other recent teen deaths to get Emotional, Mental, and Spiritual support. Please join us on Tuesday, July 25th from 2-3:30 pm or Tuesday, August 1st from 2-3:30 pm at the Axiom 1420 Myers Street. There will be mental health professionals and safe volunteers to help and support you during this time of great need.

OCESD is consolidating its Twitter accounts. Individual site accounts will no longer be active and all OCESD Twitter messages will be posted at @OroCityElem Please follow us there.

Butte County Public Health is providing Back-To-School Immunization Clinics. More info can be found here: https://www.ocesd.net/documents/health-services/tdap-clinic-info-2023/487930

The old, unused Room 19 at Ophir is being demolished to make way for a new classroom!

Tonight's OCESD Board Meeting may be the final opportunity for public input on the OCESD Trustee Area maps. If you are unable to make the meeting, you can use the documents found here https://www.ocesd.net/page/trustee-areas to express your opinion and input regarding new draft boundary lines for the OCESD Board of Trustees elections BEFORE tonight's Board Meeting at 5 PM. Please turn completed forms or feedback to backpack@ocesd.net.

Community Reminder: All OCESD sites have an extensive surveillance camera system that monitors the campus and surrounding areas 24/7. Also, we do prosecute those who commit crimes on our campuses.

Goats have begun grazing at Ishi Hills Middle School to reduce fuels and help prevent fires.

Dear Families of Oroville City Elementary School District, It is with a heavy heart and profound sadness that I reach out to you today to address a tragic incident that has deeply affected our school community. We have recently learned about the untimely loss of one of our students. Our thoughts and deepest condolences go out to the family and loved ones who are enduring this unimaginable grief. We are aware that this tragic event has garnered attention on social media platforms and local news outlets. Please remember that during such difficult times, it is important to exercise caution and respect the privacy of those directly affected. We must come together as a community to support one another and honor the memory of the student we have lost. I want to assure you that the Oroville Police Department has initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragedy. As a school district, we will cooperate fully and provide any assistance required throughout their inquiry. Our primary focus is to ensure that all necessary information is gathered thoroughly and timely, allowing for a comprehensive understanding of the events leading to this heartbreaking loss. In times like these, it is crucial that we come together as a community to support one another. We understand the tremendous impact such a loss can have on our students, families, and staff. In collaboration with the Butte County Office of Education, we are working diligently to provide counseling services and support to anyone in our school community who may be in need. Our dedicated team of professionals will be available to offer assistance, guidance, and a listening ear to help navigate through this difficult period. Students affected by the incident will process this in their own way. Please be sensitive to any changes in your child's behavior. Over the next few days, please encourage your child to express their feelings and listen attentively. Some of the common reactions that children experience when reacting to a traumatic event are: · Restlessness, nervous behavior · Trouble concentrating · Difficulty sleeping, nightmares · "Clingy" behavior, fear of being alone · Asking questions over and over again · Remembering previous losses and events Please take the time to reach out to one another, offering comfort and support to those who may be struggling. We must remember that grief knows no timetable, and everyone copes with loss in their own unique way. Be patient and understanding, as a simple act of kindness can make a difference. If you have any concerns, questions, or require further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact your child's school. We are here to support you through this difficult time. Together, we will navigate this painful journey and emerge stronger as a community. With deepest sympathies, Dr. Holtom

A special message from OCESD Board of Trustee Member K. Sandra Barnes:

Tabitha VanGunda and Rachelle Linden were presented with the Ross-Harmon Educator of the Year Monday evening! Congratulations to you both!

Another incredible position has opened up at the OCESD District Office! Full-time, full-year, health benefits, retirement (PERS) and you can learn the Business Attendance Clerk position on the job! Apply today! https://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1750430

Hay there! Did you hear? The Paradise Grazing Festival is next weekend! Get ready for a day of fun for the whole family, hosted by the Butte County Fire Safe Council (BCFSC)! Meet your Host: The BCFSC is a nonprofit, community-based organization providing wildfire safety services to Butte County since 1998! When: Saturday, March 25, 2023, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Where: The Terry Ashe Recreation Center at 6626 Skyway, Paradise, CA Why: Come celebrate some amazing grazing from nature’s firefighters. Learn about how goats can help protect our communities from wildfires by clearing flammable vegetation to create a more fire-safe landscape. Learn about using grazing for wildfire safety, and then stay for food, vendor booths, live music, tie dye crafts, goat activities, and more! We’re bringing the G.O.A.T. (greatest of all time) goats, just like last year. Goat Experiences: Petting zoo, goat yoga, goat photobooth, story time with goats, and a dog herding demonstration! Find out more online: Watch the video recap of last year’s first ever Paradise Grazing Festival: https://youtu.be/g9ueao2-HSU Event webpage: https://buttefiresafe.net/paradisegrazingfestival/ RSVP or share on Facebook: https://fb.me/e/3nsfIr202 Learn more about the Butte County Fire Safe Council (BCFSC): https://linktr.ee/buttefiresafe

OPHIR PARENTS: Today is a minimum day. Due to a power outage, the Ophir phone lines are down. This makes it very important that you pick up your student(s) on time. 1:10 for Kindergarten and 1:25 for the rest of the grades.

Incredible job opportunity open right now in Oroville! The Accounts Technician position is full time, full year with benefits working at the OCESD District Office. Apply Today! https://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1710820

We are currently monitoring the storm that is scheduled to hit our area tonight and this week. As of right now, all OCESD schools are scheduled to be open. Should we need to close any OCESD schools due to flooding or power outages, we will notify families as soon as possible.

Free student meals are being served over Christmas break at the Oroville YMCA. Click here for the details: https://www.ocesd.net/article/938372

Updated Address: Free Student Meals will be served at the Oroville Municipal Building at 1200 Meyers street, not at the YMCA building on Robinson Street.

Looking to start a rewarding new career? OCESD is holding a job fair today (Nov 10) until 2:30 at the District Office: 2795 Yard Street, Oroville. Come meet the team and get some free swag!

Superintendent Holtom and staff wish everyone a happy and safe Halloween!