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Olson School Closure - How to help
We at Olson are one community, which means during this unprecedented time we will all do what we can to help each other. Having our school closed for this long period of time presents a variety of difficulties for many Olson families. MMSD and Olson are putting their own contingency plans into place, but we can also help to lessen the difficulties many will face.
Here are a few ways to help:
1. Give a monetary donation for food for Olson families that need it using PayPal or credit card via the link below. We can accept these through 10AM MONDAY.
Here are a few ways to help:
1. Give a monetary donation for food for Olson families that need it using PayPal or credit card via the link below. We can accept these through 10AM MONDAY.
(Please note, at this time we cannot accept food donations due to social distancing measures. This means the only way to supplement food is with a monetary donation. All money donated will go directly to food purchases for Olson families.)
2. Donations of new items, turned into Olson's office between 8AM and 3PM on Monday:
3. Donations of new/gently used items, turned into Olson's office between 8AM and 3PM on Monday:
2. Donations of new items, turned into Olson's office between 8AM and 3PM on Monday:
- Cleaning supplies
- Cold/Flu medicines
- Shampoo and conditioner
- Toilet Paper (good luck...)
- Diapers
- Children's socks and underwear
3. Donations of new/gently used items, turned into Olson's office between 8AM and 3PM on Monday:
- Books
- Puzzles
- Games
- Outdoor toys
- Art supplies
- Blocks/building toys
- Activity books
Olson Diversity Night - Thank you!
Celebrating Our Cultures and Traditions
- Olson's first Diversity Night was a huge success with over 200 people!! Thank you to everyone who hosted a station, brought food, and made this event possible.
- Thank you especially to Julia Mathews Photography for documenting the night, and to these local businesses for donating food: Chang Jiang, Gloria's, Great Wall, IHOP, Istanbul Market, and R.P. Adler's.
Olson's Winter Drive - Thank You!
Thank you Olson families for your generosity during the winter Olson Outreach drives! Your donations outfitted more than 60 kids in warm winter clothing (providing 60 snow pants, 46 pairs of boots, and other items) and provided $700 in gift cards for holiday shopping! Thank you for your contributions to uplifting all families in our Olson community. To get involved with the Olson Outreach Committee, email pjsolsonptopresident@gmail.com.
Keep an eye out in April for our Winter Clothing Drive - Spring Edition! We'll be collecting gently used winter wear to be ready for next year. .
Keep an eye out in April for our Winter Clothing Drive - Spring Edition! We'll be collecting gently used winter wear to be ready for next year. .
PTO Meeting
Join us for our next PTO meeting: A Toki Informational Session, Tuesday January 14th 2020 from 6:00pm-7:00pm in the library. Principal Walsh will provide an overview, Toki teachers and staff will answer questions, and current Toki students (Olson alumni) will share their middle school experiences. Parents of all grade levels are encouraged to attend, along with 4th and 5th grade students!
Free childcare for Olson aged students will be provided, along with a dessert buffet. For transportation needs, contact Ms. Lynne at lmsteiner@madison.k12.wi.us.
Free childcare for Olson aged students will be provided, along with a dessert buffet. For transportation needs, contact Ms. Lynne at lmsteiner@madison.k12.wi.us.
Club Swimmy - Session 2
Registration for Session 2 of Club Swimmy is underway! Choose from Ms. Mackman's "The Very Hungry Classroom" (grades K-1), Mrs. Harms' "Gamin' Around" (grades 2-3), or Ms. Liska's "Weaving Wonders" (grades 4-5)! Class starts January 16th and class size is limited so register now! Forms are sent home with the students and are also available at the link below
Registration Forms (English | Spanish)
Registration forms are due by Friday, December 13th.
Registration Forms (English | Spanish)
Registration forms are due by Friday, December 13th.
Olson's Big Give
We are delighted to launch the third annual edition of OLSON'S BIG GIVE!
100% of the money raised between NOW and November 29 will go directly to the school to fund events and programs sponsored by the PTO. We rely on fundraising to provide classroom learning resources, grade-level activities, in and out-of-school social events, community outreach, and school improvement projects as identified by Olson staff.
This year we’re exploring many options including updating the playground tire chips with a more accessible option, additional hallway printers for staff, shade/cover for the playground, and a boardwalk to the pond to improve access for teachers and students for outdoor learning opportunities.
Click Here to make a donation online. Checks can be sent to the main office, in the name of Olson PTO. Please include "Big Give" in the memo notes line. All questions can be sent to pjolsonptofundraiser@gmail.com
For every $50 donated, you will participate in a raffle for a $100 Target gift card. All donations are tax deductible!
100% of the money raised between NOW and November 29 will go directly to the school to fund events and programs sponsored by the PTO. We rely on fundraising to provide classroom learning resources, grade-level activities, in and out-of-school social events, community outreach, and school improvement projects as identified by Olson staff.
This year we’re exploring many options including updating the playground tire chips with a more accessible option, additional hallway printers for staff, shade/cover for the playground, and a boardwalk to the pond to improve access for teachers and students for outdoor learning opportunities.
Click Here to make a donation online. Checks can be sent to the main office, in the name of Olson PTO. Please include "Big Give" in the memo notes line. All questions can be sent to pjolsonptofundraiser@gmail.com
For every $50 donated, you will participate in a raffle for a $100 Target gift card. All donations are tax deductible!
Olson Otterwear Sale
Otterly Pawsome Otterwear is back! Looking to outfit your favorite Otter with some Spiritwear this school season? Click on the link below to shop and submit an order! Orders can be placed till November 13th and will arrive by Dec 13th in time for the holidays. Questions? Please contact Danny Do
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR is Thursday November 21 in the Olson Gym during Parent/Teacher conferences, from 8:30am - 8:00pm. Browse thousands of titles, gifts and more! You can also purchase books to donate for classroom libraries and/or purchase books to donate to an Olson child in need. All purchases help our school!
The Scholastic Book Fair is ONLINE from November 14 - November 27 at https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/olsonelementary. Orders will be shipped to school and distributed to classrooms in early December. All purchases help our school!
The Scholastic Book Fair is ONLINE from November 14 - November 27 at https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/olsonelementary. Orders will be shipped to school and distributed to classrooms in early December. All purchases help our school!
Trunk or Treat Family Night
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 6:00 – 7:00PM
Children will walk from trunk to trunk and receive candy or treats (each car supplies their own). Non-food items welcome as well. Please avoid peanut products. Wear your favorite family-friendly costume. Due to the presence of young children, NO FRIGHTENING COSTUMES will be allowed. Leave any weapons, swords, etc. at home.This is not a “drop-off” event. Adults must accompany children
If you’re planning on handing out candy and decorating your trunk, please arrive in the TEACHER PARKING LOT off Ancient Oak Lane between 5:30-5:40pm to set up. BE CREATIVE! Best Trunk will win a prize and get their picture in the yearbook! (Best Trunk will be awarded at 6:50pm
Event ends at 7pm)
In case of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.
Need transportation? Contact social worker Lynne Steiner: phone: (608) 442-2607 or email: lmsteiner@madison.k12.wi.us
Children will walk from trunk to trunk and receive candy or treats (each car supplies their own). Non-food items welcome as well. Please avoid peanut products. Wear your favorite family-friendly costume. Due to the presence of young children, NO FRIGHTENING COSTUMES will be allowed. Leave any weapons, swords, etc. at home.This is not a “drop-off” event. Adults must accompany children
If you’re planning on handing out candy and decorating your trunk, please arrive in the TEACHER PARKING LOT off Ancient Oak Lane between 5:30-5:40pm to set up. BE CREATIVE! Best Trunk will win a prize and get their picture in the yearbook! (Best Trunk will be awarded at 6:50pm
Event ends at 7pm)
In case of inclement weather, this event will be cancelled.
Need transportation? Contact social worker Lynne Steiner: phone: (608) 442-2607 or email: lmsteiner@madison.k12.wi.us
Event Photos
Put your photos in the yearbook! Please send photos from school events to the Yearbook Committee: yearbookpjolsonpto@gmail.com
Olson “Give” List
Do your kids already have too many toys? Do you want to teach your child about the value of giving while also providing a birthday gift for another child? Consider replacing the “gift” list for your next birthday party with the Olson “Give” List.
Here’s how it works:
Stay tuned for more opportunities to give back to Olson throughout the upcoming school year! If you’d like to donate to the Olson Give List in a way other than through Amazon, drop off your items in the school office for Lynne Steiner with a note that they are for the Olson Give List.
*If your family could use help providing birthday gifts, contact Lynne Steiner, School Social Worker at (608) 442-2607 or lmsteiner@madison.k12.wi.us.
Do your kids already have too many toys? Do you want to teach your child about the value of giving while also providing a birthday gift for another child? Consider replacing the “gift” list for your next birthday party with the Olson “Give” List.
Here’s how it works:
- Provide the Olson “Give” List on your birthday party invitations: https://amzn.com/w/25LPU1UFIJF81
- Ask guests to purchase a gift from the list rather than bringing a gift to the party
- Gift-buyers should select “Olson Give List's Gift Registry Address” as the shipping address
- Gifts are shipped to Lynne Steiner, Olson School Social Worker
- Families in need at Olson can choose from the gifts to provide a birthday present for their child
Stay tuned for more opportunities to give back to Olson throughout the upcoming school year! If you’d like to donate to the Olson Give List in a way other than through Amazon, drop off your items in the school office for Lynne Steiner with a note that they are for the Olson Give List.
*If your family could use help providing birthday gifts, contact Lynne Steiner, School Social Worker at (608) 442-2607 or lmsteiner@madison.k12.wi.us.
You can find the list of our other events on our Events Page
Volunteer Opportunities
Do you want to connect with other parents while doing good towards the community? Volunteer for an event. We have volunteer opportunities for a wide range of commitments. Email Amanda Espinosa at pjolsonptovpvolunteer@gmail.com.
Do you want to connect with other parents while doing good towards the community? Volunteer for an event. We have volunteer opportunities for a wide range of commitments. Email Amanda Espinosa at pjolsonptovpvolunteer@gmail.com.
