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Welcome to your weekly Fort Osage newsletter. Information is updated weekly on Wednesdays. If you have any questions, please contact Stephanie Smith, Director of Public Relations at ssmith@fortosage.net.
This Just InFort Osage is pleased to offer free meals for kids 18 and under all summer long. Free breakfast and lunch sites start on May 30. For details visit https://tinyurl.com/5futt7aj. More sites will be added starting in July.
Starting on Tuesday, May 30, the Campus Grounds hours will change to Monday-Friday from 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Report cards for students will be available on the parent portal starting on Friday, May 26. You will be able to view and save the report cards until late June.
We are HiringThe Career and Technology Center at Fort Osage is hiring a welding instructor for the 2023-2024 school year. They are looking for an industry-experienced welder with a minimum of 2-3 years of welding experience with AWS certification. No teaching certificate required. Fore more details visit https://tinyurl.com/39pprrwt.Fort Osage is hiring both certified teachers and classified staff. To see a complete listing of open positions, visit https://tinyurl.com/yaf7zkuc. To apply or view detailed information on open positions, visit https://fortosage.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx.Around the DistrictDue to construction on the main campus this summer, senior photos for the class of 2024 will be taking place at the District office on July 13 and 14. A postcard will be mailed to class of 2024 homes based on the address listed on Infinite Campus. Save the date, but look for more details coming soon!Summer Sports CampsStudents in 8-12th grade who are interested in summer conditioning can get more information and sign up https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf13go7jafJIYiK1nrgo_ivEkoduO7rrIaTTj5hqfDFiz_-dQ/viewform.Fort Osage High School football is hosting a camp for students in grades 9-12 in late May. Get more details and sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSel-Svqb4WMa7SNM4niNKO-XIPZN3hBeFko7FzYTCJJRSm7Vw/viewformStudents in grades 3-12 interested in volleyball can sign up for camps https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeud1n_Hmle0ZleHRcxu_XDaZb66YGQ-WVgWCwDQiZES9Conw/viewform.Boys in grades 7-12 interested in summer soccer camps can learn more and sign up https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdvSUm982n-6BhGDV7QvsKbAz25INcOw3wrIFbYZoAZMH-GkQ/viewform.Girls in grades 7-12 interested in summer soccer camps can learn more and sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdppff78rKk5_1kCTcAuex34Ev2Shpo_tigIpf4px_yudHTWA/viewformYouth in grades K-6 interested in a summer soccer camp can sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdppff78rKk5_1kCTcAuex34Ev2Shpo_tigIpf4px_yudHTWA/viewformGirls in grades 7-12 interested in team basketball camp can get more information and sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfp5FuirzVvSiCCxkCfIMKKx56PLFpfcGzXRSxcQw1qi4tjQA/viewformGirls in grades 2-6 interested in a summer basketball camp can get more details and sign up https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd_OiXaVontFQndP_nP-QiMUH9DRDLRlD-akmQ02Y5VFdX19w/viewform.Boys in 7th-12th grade interested in boys basketball camp can get more details and sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGJrbbOMcJHSZY5iQuSmBbzII1HPIiIlkUOj9-NmTZd0qiNQ/viewformFort Osage High School tennis is hosting a novice camp for students in 6-10th grade. You can get more details and sign up at https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdUOT_k-PnDA0ZeAvkkPZgunU_3S85-IIoJTOrjTjbmEQtObg/viewformFort Osage High School tennis is hosting a JV camp for students in 9-12th grades. For more details or to sign up, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdUOT_k-PnDA0ZeAvkkPZgunU_3S85-IIoJTOrjTjbmEQtObg/viewformThe Fort Osage High School tennis team is hosting a Varsity camp for kids in 10-12 grade. For more details or to sign up, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfQxr3vRsb0B1kzXhOA6_vG_s7mn57mFknqbjKbbwuWrWPR3w/viewformFort Osage High School softball is hosting a team camp for kids in 7-12 grades. For details, or to sign up, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ZvFLPBTaOyJyuJipTEUerXfkwarDlCIZoN_4UjnUPlc/viewform?edit_requested=trueFort Osage High School softball is hosting a youth camp in late May. For details, or to sign up, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/16uMAdYvavHW7eTCEkTPATkTYDMpDV8VvfCbX5mwor1o/viewform?edit_requested=true.Fort Osage High School baseball is hosting a summer camp for kids in grades 4-9. For details, or to sign up, visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScpzHH9gI7D2yEZbB3mhpmf6qGOQn1GLowmk8803T9JsIaQCg/viewformAround TownThe Pop Warner Youth Football and Cheerleading has opened sign ups for the fall of 2023. To learn more or register today, visit https://form.jotform.com/frazier995/2023IndiansFoootball?fbclid=IwAR3ERzvAGHgmM6TZpSpqTdcL4sXkyci32QiTHW9XxA0wBDN9AFJQXGhC2HIBlue Hills Baptist Church is hosting VBS for rising K-6 grades. Come join the Twists and Turns VBS June 26-29 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. each night. To register your child, go to https://bluehills.breezechms.com/form/3529604644.
Cler-Mont music teacher Mark Murphy and Fire Prairie music teacher Greta Sonnenberg will be performing at Shawnee Mission Theatre in the Park in their production of Meet Me in St. Louis. This musical is based on the Judy Garland movie of the same name. Dates: June 16, 17, 18 and 21, 22, 23, 24. Time: All shows are at 8:30pm Location: The Theatre in the Park OUTDOOR Amphitheatre: 7710 Renner Road Shawnee, KS 66218. FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TICKETS CLICK HERESummer is just around the corner, and we’re going to spend it celebrating kindness. Mid-Continent Public Library’s Summer Library Program begins June 1 and will run until August 24. The Summer Library Program encourages families to spend at least 20 minutes a day reading or engaging with literacy. Readers will log each day that they read to receive a daily reading badge. When readers aged 0-19 complete 20, 40, and 60 days of reading, they will earn a prize book from their local branch. Those readers who are registered in Beanstack and log 60 or more days will also be entered to win a Grand Prize. MCPL branches will award a Grand Prize in each of three age categories: 0-5 years, 6-12 years, and 13-19 years. Adults who participate and log 60 days of reading will earn a special reward as well! To learn more visit https://www.mymcpl.org/features/summer-library-program.
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Keep your kids active this summer with Henrich U. S. Taekwondo Martial Arts for Children, Teens, and Adults! Call 816-257-0001 -Family Discounted Rates. Summer Special : $99.00/Free uniform, Includes private lesson, 6 week course. Ages 4 and up! Discipline-Respect-Confidence-Physical Fitness Classes instructed by Fort Osage graduate, 6th degree Master Paul Henrich. find us at www.facebook.com/henrichsustaekwondoDESE’s partner TeachMO is hosting a series of virtual Q&A sessions to answer questions about the process to become a certified teacher in MO. Register for a session here. Sessions are on June 22, July 25, and August 10. Participants will hear from TeachMO career coaches and a current Missouri teacher, followed by a live Q&A session. Topics covered include:Taking steps to get certified to teach and choosing a subject area, choosing and applying to a certification pathway and preparation program, receiving ongoing career and financial support from TeachMO, and more!
AlumniThe Class of 1973 mark your calendars for a 50th class reunion on Saturday, September 30, 2023 at Buckner Town Hall. appetizers, cake, tea, lemonade, and water will be provided. There will be a raffle for a quilt made from Fort Osage T-Shirts. The cost to attend is $30 per person or $50 per couple. Cash or check only mailed to Fort Osage Class of 1973 Reunion PO Box 82 Buckner, MO 64016. Reservations are due July 30, 2023.In Your ThoughtsSharon Winter, retired Blue Hills teacher, passed away on May 24. Services will be held on Thursday, June 1st, 2023, with visitation at 10:00 am and celebration of life at 11:00 am at Royer Funeral Home (100 Royer Lane Grain Valley, Missouri 64029). Graveside service will follow at Floral Hills East (25203 E US Highway 50, Lees Summit, MO 64086). Memorial donations can be made to Community of Christ Odessa Congregation, Campership Fund 1607 Deer Run Rd. Oak Grove, Missouri 64075.Just for StaffFort Osage School District has access to TicketsatWork, the leading Employee Perks & Discount program in the Nation! Whether you’re taking a trip, planning a staycation, or having fun at home with family and friends, TicketsatWork has something for everyone! We want to make sure you are familiar with all the latest brands, services, and savings you have access to. TicketsatWork is your one-stop shop for savings on products, services, and experiences, with new deals added weekly. It's free and simple to enroll. Please contact ssmith@fortosage.net for enrollment information.Fort Osage has partnered with the KC Zoo to offer 2023 discounts to staff. For details, please email ssmith@fortosage.net to receive our company code and information.Fort Osage staff are eligible for a discount on select Microsoft 365 subscriptions and Surface. For more details, visit https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/workplace-discount-program? rtc=1.
