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June Paws Newsletter

Posted Date: 5/30/25 (5:53 PM)

The June 2025 newsletter for Oak Harbor Intermediate, featuring a smiling panther mascot with sunglasses and a summery background.
 
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DATES TO REMEMBER

Tuesday, June 3rd - Volunteer Tea @ 8:00-8:45am
Wednesday, June 4th - 6th Grade Night 5:00-6:30pm @ NWMS
Wednesday, June 4th - 6th Grade Music Class Performance @ 6:30pm
Thursday, June 5th - EOY Musical @ 6:30pm
Thursday, June 5th - PTA Member Meeting
Friday, June 6th - Track Meet @ 3:45-5:30pm
Friday, June 13th - PTA Color Run
Monday, June 16th - Field Day & Yearbook Signing
Tuesday, June 17th - Final Assembly & i-Ready school wide celebration
Wednesday, June 18th - Last Day of School! (Half Day for Students) - Dismissal @ 12:25pm
Thursday, June 19th - Juneteenth Remembrance Holiday
 
An invitation to a 'Morning Tea' event at Oak Harbor Intermediate Library, celebrating supporters of OHI during the 2024-2025 school year.
You're Invited!

To thank all of our amazing volunteers this year, the ASB is hosting a Volunteer Morning Tea in your honor!
📅 Date: Tuesday, June 3rd
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM – 8:45 AM
📍 Location: Library

Please let us know if you can attend by RSVPing HERE

We hope to see you there!
 

COUNSELING

A MESSAGE FROM OUR COUNSELORS

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June 2025

The Character Strong Trait for the month of June is: Kindness

This month 5th and 6th Grade students will participate in activities to help them close out the school year well! 

Current 6th Grade students have an opportunity to visit North Whidbey Middle School on the evening of June 4th! Don’t miss out! 

Counselor Access: School counselors will be out of the building on the last day of school and returning in Mid-August to prepare for next school year! 

If you or your family are needing Mental Health support over the summer, please see below for two available resources.

Island County Behavioral Health- Free for Island County Residents



Keeping Students Safe Online! 

Student online access is more prevalent and available than ever. With the summer approaching it is important to make sure parents know what their students are accessing online and how to help their students understand how to stay safe while online.  

K2P Kids is a fantastic resource for families and students to learn how to stay safe online. 

Looking for Fun?! There are lots of activities available for Youth during the summer. Check out some of the links below!

DINO Program (Dabble in New Opportunities)- Big Brothers Big Sisters of Island County

YMCA- Camp Casey (Coupeville) 



Have a wonderful, restful and safe summer! See you in the fall!
 

PTA NEWS

PTA NEWSLETTER
 

Student Assistant Professional

A Message From Our S.A.P

S.A.P NEWSLETTER
 

ATTENDANCE

A notice about school procedures before the end of the school year.
 
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PREPARE FOR THE 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR

Our district website includes year-round information about academics, support services, and resources. For information to prepare you for the next school year, such as the first day of school, enrollment, transportation information, supply lists, and nutrition and meals, click here to access our official Back To School Guide.
 
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NURSING

A MESSAGE FROM OUR NURSES

Dear OHPS Families:

We have had a great year working with your child. As we wrap up our school year, we want to pass along important information about your child’s healthcare and school medications.

END OF SCHOOL YEAR AND MEDICATIONS:  
Please remember to pick up all medications your student had at school by 4:00 PM on June 18, 2025. We are not able to send medications home with your student or store medications over the summer. All medications left after 4:00 PM on the 18th will be destroyed. If your student has a life-threatening condition, medications must remain at school until the end of the school day on Wednesday, June 18th. 

SCHOOL YEAR 2025-26:  
ALL medication administration authorizations and health plans are good for one school year only and must be renewed annually. If your child requires a health plan or needs to take medication during the school day for the school year 2025-2026 (this includes any prescription, over-the-counter medications, or inhalers used at school, during team sports practices, or after school activities), please download the appropriate form from the district website https://www.ohsd.net/5568_3. Forms may also be picked up in your school’s office. Have your healthcare provider complete the form before school starts in the fall. Parents/Guardians must sign all forms. Please bring the completed medication authorization, health plan, and the medication in the original over-the-counter or labeled prescription container when school begins in the fall. Medications cannot be accepted from students.

DIABETES, LIFE-THREATENING ALLERGIES, SEVERE ASTHMA, AND SEIZURES:   Health plans and emergency medication for Diabetes, Life-Threatening Allergies, Severe Asthma & Seizures must be at school before the first day of the new school year, September 3, 2025. School office staff can begin accepting these items in August. School nursing staff will be available starting August 18, 2025. Students with life-threatening conditions will be excluded from school until the signed health plan and medication are at school. If your student has diabetes, your school nurse will contact you to set up a meeting prior to the first day of school to establish the required diabetes health plan. Current healthcare providers’ orders from the most recent diabetes checkup will be required.

Thank you for your cooperation, and please have a happy, healthy summer.

Jennifer Wutzke, R.N.  
Oak Harbor Intermediate School
Crescent Harbor Elementary School

Taylor Little, R.N,
Oak Harbor High School
Broadview Elementary School

Rhonda Coker, R.N.
North Whidbey Middle School
Hillcrest Elementary School

Robbin White, R.N.
Oak Harbor Elementary School
Olympic View Elementary School
HomeConnection/ Hand-in-Hand Preschool
 
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YEARBOOKS

Yearbook Distribution – June 16th!
Yearbooks will be distributed to students in their homerooms on the morning of June 16th. Students will receive clear instructions to write their names in their books immediately upon receiving them.
There will be a designated time and location for students to gather and collect signatures from their classmates.

Yearbook Signing Day Rules

1.Be Kind & Respectful
Only write positive and appropriate messages in others’ yearbooks. No teasing, put-downs, or inappropriate drawings or language.

2.Sign Only with Permission
Always ask permission before signing someone’s yearbook. If someone says no, respect their choice.

3.Stay in Designated Areas
Remain in the assigned location for the event. Do not wander around the school.

4.Use Your Own Supplies
Bring and use your own pens or markers. Do not take others’ supplies without asking.

5.Hands to Yourself
Keep your hands, feet, and belongings to yourself. No roughhousing, horseplay, or running.

6.One Yearbook at a Time
Don’t collect or pass around large stacks of yearbooks. Hold onto your own yearbook and keep it safe.

7.No Vandalism
If you damage someone’s yearbook or write something inappropriate, you will lose signing privileges and may face consequences.

8.Use Your Time Wisely
Have fun, but make sure you use your time to sign, share kind words, and celebrate the year together.

9.Listen to Adults
Follow directions from teachers and staff at all times.

10.Leave with What You Brought
Take your own yearbook, pens, and belongings with you when the event ends.
 
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Intermediate School Musical

Hold everything! OHI’s Pitch Perfect Panther choir group will be performing this year’s musical, “Intermediate School Musical”, live for your viewing entertainment on Thursday, June 5th at 6:30pm in the OHI gym. Come one, come all to experience this production which features an original storyline and contains over 20 minutes of music featuring favorite songs from Moana, Wicked, Sing, and The Greatest Showman! Hope to see you all there!
 
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Mr. Fry's 6th Grade Pen Pal Program

This year, Mr. Fry organized a pen pal program between his two classes and Ms. Schulle's OHHS Leadership class. The program culminated in a fun meet-up at this picnic! Students were STOKED to finally meet their pen pals in person after a year of exchanging letters. What a fantastic way to build connections and celebrate a year of meaningful communication!
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A group of young people stand together on a sunny day, smiling at the camera.
 

6th Grade Welcome Night at NWMS

Attention 6th Graders!

You're invited to an Open House at North Whidbey Middle School on Wednesday, June 4th, from 5:00 to 6:30 PM. Come explore the school, meet staff, and get a glimpse of what’s ahead as you prepare for this exciting new chapter!

An Open House announcement for NWMS, with date, time, and a school logo.
 

Principal Wood Receives Award


Oak Harbor Intermediate School principal Raenette (“Rae”) Wood has been selected as the 2025 recipient of the Annalee Braley Membership Award by the Association of Washington School Principals (AWSP). Rae is the fourth individual to receive this honor, which recognizes outstanding commitment to mentoring, advocacy, and service in school leadership.

“Rae embodies the AWSP mission of supporting all principals and assistant principals in the education of each and every student,” said the announcement from AWSP. “These qualities reflect the heart and spirit of the Annalee Braley Membership Award, making her a truly deserving honoree.”

Rae has served as principal of Oak Harbor Intermediate since 2019. Her leadership has been instrumental in reinforcing the school’s academic and character pillars of respect, responsibility, and readiness.

"We are incredibly proud of Rae Wood—not just for this well-deserved recognition, but for the way she leads every day: with heart, humility, and a steadfast commitment to our students, staff, and families," said Superintendent Dr. Michelle Kuss-Cybula. "Her unwavering dedication to mentoring others and building a culture of respect and readiness reflects the very spirit of this award and the values of our Oak Harbor community."

For more information about the Annalee Braley Membership Award, visit the Association of Washington School Principals website.
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A sign that reads 'FOOD SERVICES' hangs above a cartoon image of a sandwich, milk, apple, and banana.
 
LUNCH & BREAKFAST MENUS
 
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Summer Meal Program
 

Food Service Inquiries

For any food service related questions, including balance, please contact Wendy Pleasance at wpleasance@ohsd.net