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The Orchard Hill Apple Core - Friday, August 21, 2026

Posted Date: 08/21/26 (03:30 PM)


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The Orchard Hill Apple Core

The heart of what’s happening at Orchard Hill!

August 21, 2026
Hawks
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From Mr. Tortora

Dear Orchard Hill Families,
It's hard to believe that the 2026-2027 school year marks the 10th year in our new building!
Although it's been 10 years, our building still looks like new because of our amazing custodial team. While most of us were enjoying a little time away, our custodial team—Greg Smith, Collin Couillard, and Lloyd Roberts—along with our summer crew—Owen Brown, Malachi Thibodeau, and Swornim Bogati—were busy preparing our building for the new school year. Classrooms, hallways, floors, bathrooms, and countless other spaces received some much-needed TLC. Their hard work ensures that when our students, staff, and families walk through the doors, they are greeted by a building that is clean, fresh, and ready for learning. We are so fortunate to have such a dedicated team taking pride in our school—please give them a well-deserved THANK YOU!

Our front office team has also been working behind the scenes to make sure the pieces are in place for a smooth start to the year. Mrs. Leech, Mrs. Pelletier, and Ms. Ryan have been juggling everything from welcoming and registering new families to organizing materials, completing medical paperwork, putting the finishing touches on class lists, coordinating transportation, and answering the many questions that come with the start of a new school year. Their work may not always be visible, but it is absolutely essential! We are incredibly grateful for all they have done to get Orchard Hill ready to welcome our students, families, and staff back for another fantastic year.
- Mike
 
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Class Placement and Forms to Complete

In PowerSchool please complete the annual Student Information Update and Transportation Information Form (TIF) if you have not already done so:

Annual Parent Update
Form A - Annual Residency Confirmation
Form B - Student Contacts
Form C - Health Information
Form D - Annual Notices and Acknowledgment
Form E - Acknowledgment of Completion


***The Annual Parent Update is only required for our returning students. Our new students, the parents completed during the registration process.
 

Bus Routes

Bus information is available in your Parent Portal. This will include the student's bus number, bus stop location, pickup time and drop-off time. To access:
1. Log into your Parent Portal account
2. Click on FORMS in left side menu
3. Click on BUS INFORMATION
**Bus Moratorium - For the upcoming 2026-2027 school year, parent/guardians should also be aware that no changes can be made between August 19 - September 1


If you need any assistance, please feel free to call our main office.
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Arrival/Dismissal Procedures

Orchard Hill Arrival/Dismissal
 

Upcoming Events

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Monday, August 24th

Incoming Kindergarten Bus Ride - 5:00 p.m.
Meet in front of the school by the flagpole
Students, accompanied by staff, will take a ride around the block to learn our bus expectations and experience a bus ride
Colorful text reads 'Welcome Back To School' with an apple and a crayon.
PTO Welcome Back Picnic - 5:45 p.m. (back field/playground)
🍎 Welcome Back to School Picnic! 🎉

Join us as we kick off the new school year with a fun-filled evening!

Monday, August 24 at 5:45pm, OH Courtyard

All Orchard Hill families are invited to bring a picnic dinner, spread out a blanket, and enjoy an evening of community and connection. Come celebrate the start of the school year with:

🍦 An Ice Cream Truck (sponsored by the PTO)
🎲 Yard Games & Music
🎟️ Exciting Raffles

Come meet other families, connect with the PTO, and share in the spirit that makes Orchard Hill special. We can’t wait to see you there!
 
Meet and Greet

Tuesday, August 25th

Meet and Greet
Come meet the teacher and see the classroom! Because of our large enrollment we have 2 sessions based on last names (see times below):

8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. (last names A-L)

9:15 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. (last names M-Z)
 
First Day

Wednesday, August 26th

FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - FULL DAY 8:45 a.m. - 3:20 p.m. dismissal
 
Labor Day

Monday, September 7th

NO SCHOOL - Labor Day
 
Open House

Thursday, September 10th

Open House

Come learn more about Orchard Hill and your child's classroom!

6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. - Principals’ Presentation (gymnasium)

7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Classroom Presentations Session I

7:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. - Classroom Presentations Session II (repeat of Session I)

**this event is for parents/guardians/caregivers only
 
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Wednesday, September 16th

Early Release - 12:45 p.m. dismissal
 

Girls on the Run

A flyer for 'Girls on the Run' program featuring smiling girls and program details.
 

PTO Happenings

Orchard Hill Elementary PTO Newsletter for September 2026, featuring upcoming events and volunteer opportunities.
A colorful calendar displays events for Orchard Hill Elementary PTO from August 2026 to June 2027.
Orchard Hill Elementary's 1st PTO Meeting invitation for the school year, scheduled for Wednesday, September 2nd at 7 PM in the OH Cafe.

PTO Early Release Wednesday Programs

We are excited to offer Mad Science and Imagine Arts Academy programs on early release Wednesdays starting 9/16! You are able to sign up for multiple sessions throughout the year now. Reserve a spot now!
A young boy intently focuses on a science experiment with a blue apparatus.
Crayola Imagine Arts Academy presents a 6-week after-school art adventure called Legends & Lore for ages 5-12.
Mad Science Registration
Imagine Arts Registration
 

2026-2027 District Calendar

2026-2027 District Calendar