Ocean City Primary School

The summer students have been tending to the Mikenzie Helphenstine Helping Hands Garden, learning all about gardening and the science behind it. They've also been exploring new recipes using the fresh fruits and vegetables they've grown. It all started on Earth Day, when 3rd-grade students began preparing the garden. Now, about three months later, Mrs. Sharon Naplacic and Ms. Louise Nunan brought together families and community members for a wonderful day of teamwork and gardening. The garden has blossomed into something beautiful!

The first week of our summer program wrapped up today! It surely feels like summer now! Happy Fourth of July, everyone! 🇺🇸

OCPS students had an absolute blast at their school-wide day of fun! From bouncing around in the giant inflatables to taking a splash at the dunk tank and making new furry friends at the petting zoo, the excitement was nonstop all day long. A huge shoutout to everyone who helped make this unforgettable day such a success!

Summer Fun Alert! The Ocean City Library's June and July children's event calendars are now available! Get ready for a fantastic summer filled with exciting activities and adventures. Plus, don't miss out on the Children's Summer Reading Challenge. Details in the photos or go to https://www.oceancitylibrary.org/children!

Kindergarten students gathered to celebrate their Promotion Ceremony! The event featured a special guest speaker, senior James Burke, who has been a part of the OC Schools family since his own kindergarten days. James shared heartfelt stories and reflections from his years at OCSD, inspiring everyone with his journey. As we wish our young graduates the best of luck in first grade, we look forward to seeing all the amazing things they will accomplish!

Third graders enjoyed an end of year celebration at Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, graciously donated by the Gillian family. Students had a blast getting to relax and unwind after a year of hard work in the classroom!

Cape May County honored all Teachers & Support Staff of the Year on Wednesday, May 29 at Urie's in Wildwood! Congratulations to our outstanding teachers and support staff members for their exceptional contributions and dedication to OCSD: Catherine Georges (HS) Anthony (AJ) Johnson (HS Support Staff) Megan O'Neill (IS) Suni Wood (IS Support Staff) Jennifer Gatto (PS) Maryna Trajkovska (PS) Ivory Williams (PS) Your hard work and commitment make a tremendous difference in our school community. We are incredibly grateful for everything you do.

When students become teachers! 🦠 OCHS seniors from Mrs. George’s biology class visited the primary school to teach first graders different science lessons on topics like mitosis, cell structure and ocean acidification. A wonderful experience for everyone involved!

On Friday, May 31, we celebrated the retirement of two of our finest: Ms. Theresa Boylan & Mrs. Peggy Totten. Retirements are bittersweet—happy for them, but sad for us. Theresa and Peggy have been integral to our Ocean City Primary School family, impacting everyone, including our 305 students. Wishing them the best in their next chapter!

Dive into a new digital experience with Ocean City School District! Our brand-new website is designed to enhance your connection with our vibrant school community. With this new website and complimentary app, we can better navigate the ocean of OCSD information - all right at your fingertips!

With the support of Mary Beth Libro, Ms. Merritt, special area teachers, and all homeroom teachers, students at OCPS have celebrated the importance of social emotional learning (SEL) all year long, and today, the third graders reminded everyone of its importance through their spring show titled, SEL All Day Long. Thank all those that made today possible: Mr. Crowley and the Board of Education for allowing Ocean City Schools to shine bright, to the women in the main office, Mrs. McCarron & Mrs. Barber, for organizing and coordinating daily, to Ms. Janice and the Custodial team for setting up and breaking down, to Mr. Dougan for his technical assistance, to the PTA for their endless support and beautiful tee-shirts, to Mrs. Gray for the beautiful decorations, to the 3rd grade team, Ms. Eget, Ms. Gillian, Mrs. Humphries, Mrs. Naplacic, Ms. Nunan and Ms. Williams, for their time and energy, and a final, very heartfelt thank you to Ms. Julianne Smith- an amazing music teacher- for all she does to make events like today possible.

Our annual Spelling Bee is complete! Congratulations to our winner, Calvin Botitho from Ms. Williams' class, with the championship word "shatter." He received a trophy and a $100 check. Daniel Urban, also from Ms. Williams' class, took second place with the word "belief," earning a trophy and a $75 check. Gavin Gesler from Ms. Eget's class came in third, receiving a trophy and a $50 check. We had 52 participants, and the Bee lasted over 30 rounds. I'm incredibly proud of all our third graders! Special thanks to Mrs. Bonnie Quigley, Mrs. Beth Pasternak, Miss Evelyn Roche, Dr. Curt Nath, and the PTA for their support.

Navigating OCSD's services is now more convenient than ever. Get ready to explore enhanced features designed to streamline your experience and engagement with OCSD!

The Ocean City Recreation Department is excited to announce their fall soccer program for kids from pre-K to 6th grade! ⚽ Get ready for a season of fun, fitness, and fantastic skills development! Registration begins June 1. Check out the flyer for additional details. Register online at ocnj.recdesk.com

Get ready to dive into a new digital experience with Ocean City School District! We're thrilled to announce the upcoming launch of our brand-new website, designed to enhance your connection with our vibrant community. We’ve been hard at work not only building a completely new site, but we have an app on the horizon, bringing the ocean of information right to your fingertips! Stay tuned for updates!

Students who participate in the OC Life 21 Club, the Newspaper Club, and the Multicultural Club held an end-of-year celebration on Wednesday, May 15. These students shared highlights of what they learned and the fun they had throughout the year.

We've been working tirelessly behind the scenes to bring you something truly special, and the time has finally arrived to share our excitement. We're thrilled to unveil the culmination of countless hours of dedication and creativity: the new Ocean City School District website and app! These digital resources reflect our commitment to excellence in education, from a sleek design to user-friendly navigation, get ready to experience the result of hard work firsthand! Stay tuned for more.

OCPS and our PTA stayed busy celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week last week! Teachers were welcomed with a Friends themed celebration complete with snacks, gifts and more to show our gratitude for all they do. We are so grateful for our amazing OCSD educators!

Our final Red Raider event, scheduled for Thursday, May 16, has been cancelled. Instead, all incoming Kindergartners are welcome to join us in early September for a tour of their new classroom and introduction to their teacher. Information about registration can be found on our website.

Save the date: June 5! Join OCPS for a day dedicated to Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)! Let's celebrate our uniqueness, foster empathy, and build resilience together through engaging activities like yoga and gardening, as well as fun games and more!