Ox Ridge Parent Teacher Organization

MMS Panel Discussion: Preparing 5th Grade Students with IEPs & 504s for Middle School

The Middlesex Middle School Administration in collaboration with the Middlesex Parent Association (MPA) invite you to join us for an informative panel discussion and explanation of the middle school transition process for fifth grade students with IEPs and 504 accommodations on Wednesday, February 28th 9am to 10am in the MMS Cafeteria. 

 

Topics will include:

-Overview of Middlesex Middle School Schedule Structure, Services, and Specialized Programs

-Understanding the Transition to Middle School Process for students who have IEPs or 504 Plans (Articulation PPT Meetings/5-6th 504 Meetings)

-Q&A

Special Education Parent Social

We hope that you will join us on January 18 at 7pm, at Molto Ristorante for an evening of cocktails and conversation.  This evening is an opportunity for parents of children with IEPs, 504s, or those who are interested in Special Education resources, to connect in a casual and fun setting.

Winter Concert 2024

The Winter Concert will take place on Friday, January 19th, at 9:45 am in the gym at Ox Ridge. This will include Chorus as well as the 5th grade Band and the 4th and 5th grade Orchestra.

ELP Open House

ELP is hosting an Open House for the families interested in the Early Learning Program Preschool for the 2024-2025 School Year.

Zoom option: https://darienps.zoom.us/j/97610100389

If you are interested in applying for the Early Learning Program, Preschool Program for the 2024-2025 School year. please apply online.

Ox Ridge Spirit Week

Monday – Ox spirit gear

Tuesday – Crazy hair day

Wednesday – Wacky Wednesday

Thursday – Inside out day

Friday – Pajama Day

On Friday, December 22nd, we will be inviting all of the children to wear pajamas to school as part of a fundraising event to raise money to fight childhood cancer by supporting the Connecticut Children’s Hospital. Families who wish to are being asked to contribute at least $1 to support this effort. In any case, all children are encouraged to wear pajamas.  Please click here for information about this program.