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Otter Lake Elementary

Shannon Swanson- Site Supervisor
shannon.swanson @ isd624.org

Wanda Phetteplace - Activity Leader
wanda.phetteplace@isd624.org

Jessica Edwards-Activity Leader
jessica.edwards@isd624.org

Extended Day Office
 651-653-2834
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October 17th & 18th, hosted at Otter Lake
Registration Closed

November 5th, hosted at Lincoln
Registration / Cancellation deadline is October 22nd

November 18th, hosted at Lincoln
Registration / Cancellation deadline is November 4th

November 27th, hosted at Otter Lake
Registration / Cancellation deadline is November 13th

click here to register for any / all of the above dates

Closed Dates   
  November 28th & 29th - Happy Thanksgiving!

A complete list of Non-School Day (NSD) programming options can be found clicking here  .  

On these days we offer care from 6:30 AM until 6:00 PM and sometimes include a field trip! You can register for these days in Eleyo at any time, remembering to pay attention to the deadlines for registration. The deadlines are also the last date you can withdraw your child from the NSD without being charged. Once a registration deadline has passed, you are not guaranteed childcare and may be put on a wait list.

On November 5, White Bear Lake Area School District residents will vote whether to provide funding for building needs across the district.  Learn more .
A Few Kind Reminders!

Finder's Fee Policy
If your child will not be attending afternoon Extended Day you must inform the site prior to the absence. Communicate in person, by phone, via e-mail or a note at the parent center.  DO NOT rely on the school or your child’s teacher to inform us . Failure to notify site staff that your child will not be in attendance for contracted days after school will result in a $10.00 Finder’s Fee/per child being added to your account.  


Wear/Bring Tennis Shoes Daily
Please have your child bring or wear tennis shoes each day. We offer the gym as a space choice everyday and follow the same rule as the school day: shoes other than tennis are not allowed for play in the gym or on the rock climbing wall.

Weather Appropriate Attire
The children go outside nearly everyday and early morning/late afternoons can be chilly! Please send along appropriate outerwear. As winter and snow approach we will require all the gear - snow pants, boots, hats, mittens / gloves, etc in order to go outside. We encourage you to LABEL your child(ren)s gear - we will have a black sharpie at the sign in / out area :)

Toys From Home
On Fridays, students are able to bring a non violent toy / game from home. Please do not bring electronic devices.

* Please r emind your child(ren) that they are responsible for their own toys, and no trading please!

Looking back at September...
We kicked off the school year in September with getting to know you games and reconnecting with old friends. What a great group of kiddos and families we have at Otter! We've been enjoying the weather outside and playing in the school's new Gaga Ball pit which has been a huge hit!
The first few weeks of programming we were busy learning the rules and expectations and what it means to "Be a Bear." Kiddos can earn a Magical Moments Ticket for being respectful, responsible and ready. Check out our Magical Moment Display in the cafeteria and see what a great job our kiddos are doing! On Friday mornings, we gather for a Magical Moments Ticket Drawing. Kiddos can win small trinkets and prizes. Students do not need to be present to win and everyone will win something during the school year! We are looking forward to a great school year!

Check out the photos of us in action below!

Looking Ahead to October ....
Camps are back in town! Starting in October, our staff are busy creating exciting camps children are sure to enjoy! If your child has signed up for a camp, you will receive an email with times and dates they will be happening.
Click here to view the October

Am Camps:
Tuesday's- Exploring Chicka, Chicka Boom Boom with Megan
Explore the stories with crafts, trivia games, scavenger hunts and more!

Wednesday's- Pay It Forward with Joanie
Remembering the golden rule, we will change the world with one small act of kindness at a time!

Thursday's- Ultimate Frisbee with Matt
Kiddos will get an introduction to the game, learn the rules and practice their skills, ending with a game of Ultimate Frisbee!

PM Camps:
Tuesday's -Gotta Catch 'Em All with Tara
Exploring all things Pokemon. Creating our own character and card, catapult and scavenger hunt!

Wednesday's Fall Fun with Stephanie
We will be learning about fall leaves and owls through crafts and having a taste test with pumpkins!

Thursday's -Flowers and Leaves with Ashley
Learning all things flowers through crafts and identification. We will make our own lei!

SAVE THE DATE
Lights On AfterSchool!
Launched in October 2000, Lights on Afterschool is a nationwide event celebrating afterschool programs and their important role in the lives of children, families and communities. The event is meant to draw attention to the many ways programs support students by offering them opportunities to learn new things and make new discoveries. To celebrate all the wonderful things our program has to offer, please join us Thursday, October 24th for an ice-cream social from 4:00-5:30. Hope to see you there!
  BearScare Family Fun Run / Walk!
On Saturday, October 26th gather your family, friends, and neighbors and join us for the 5th Annual BearScare Fun Run! Come out in costume and have a frightfully FUN time while supporting two local schools: Lincoln Elementary & Otter Lake Elementary! There are three courses to choose from; The Skeleton Skip (1/2 route on school grounds), The Terrifying Two Miler (Otter Lake to Lincoln, a bus will be available to shuttle back to Otter, where you can cross the finish line), and the Freaky Four Miler (Otter Lake to Lincoln, and back). Registration includes a BearScare logo performance long sleeve shirt. For more information, including registration, click here!
 Sign up for Drop In Days, Non School Days, Youth Enrichment opportunities, Family Events and much more at www.whitebear.ce.eleyo.com 

Extended Day Coordinator
Christina Anderson / 651-407-7510

Billing Questions?  
651-407-7511
Reminder: Payments are due on 15th of the month