Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way (YAY!). Choosing their own books empowers kids and inspires them on their journey to becoming lifelong readers. AND—as always—every purchase at the Fair benefits our school. This year, proceeds are going to purchase new sports equipment for our PE department. We also encourage you to purchase for your … Continue reading The Scholastic Book Fair Is Only a Week Away!
The OJCS is proud to welcome author Karen Rostoker-Gruber on December 11th. She will be reading her beautiful book Don’t Invite a Bear Inside for Hanukkah to our grades K to 2 students at 11:45. If families would like to support her work and purchase a copy of the book, you can find it at … Continue reading Hanukkah Author Event – Don’t Invite a Bear Inside for Hanukkah
As National Day for Truth and Reconciliation approaches on September 30th, I would like to draw attention to a selection of remarkable French-language picture books available at the OJCS library. These books offer valuable insights into Indigenous life and culture, providing a rich and nuanced portrayal of Indigenous communities. Among them, you’ll also find poignant … Continue reading French Picture Books On Indigenous Life and Reconciliation
Summer is here but the learning doesn’t have to end. Help prevent the Summer Slide with our OJCS Summer Reading Challenge. This year we want to push our students to tackle some chapter books. This can include listening to audio chapter books too! Check out some great summer reading recommendations: Awesome Summer Reads for Grades … Continue reading The OJCS Summer Reading Challenge – Grades 4-8
Summer vacation is here, but the learning doesn’t have to stop! Beat the summer slide and keep young minds sharp with The OJCS Summer Reading Challenge bingo! Get all of the details about this challenge on the reading challenge document below. And if you lose your copy, you can use this doc to print a … Continue reading The OJCS Summer Reading Challenge For K-3
Get ready for your day of incredibly fun competition at our OJCS Maccabiah Games! This story is sure to get you pumped up. Today we read Shark Vs. Train by Chris Barton and Tom Lichtenheld.
Sun’s out, school’s out, and it’s time to get swept away in a fantastic summer read! This list is bursting with stories for tweens and teens, from heart-fluttering crushes to epic quests. Dive into fantastical worlds filled with magic and mythical creatures, or explore the joys (and awkward moments) of friendship and first loves. Whether … Continue reading Awesome Summer Reads for Middle School
Calling all bookworms! Summer’s here and it’s the perfect time to dive into a fantastic story. This reading list is jam-packed with adventures, mysteries, and laugh-out-loud moments, all picked just for amazing readers like our grades 4s and 5s. So grab a comfy spot, get ready to explore new worlds, and let the summer reading … Continue reading Awesome Summer Reads for Grades 4 and 5
Here is a super fun summer reading list designed to ignite the imaginations of our vibrant grade 2 and 3 students! Bursting with adventure, laughter, and a dash of magic, these handpicked titles promise to transform the lazy days of summer into unforgettable escapades. So, grab a cozy blanket, find a shady spot beneath a … Continue reading Awesome Summer Reads – Grades 2 and 3
Summer is a time for fun and adventures, but it’s also important to keep those young minds sharp! To prevent summer learning loss and get ready for a fantastic new school year, here’s a summer reading list packed with engaging books for kindergarten and grade 1 students. I’ve included stories that are perfect for those … Continue reading Awesome Summer Reads – JK to Grade 1