Upcoming Testing- Makeup Testing is continuing this week. Students, make sure that you are checking your student email for any important testing information.

Connectivity Day- Connectivity Day is Tuesday, December 16, and students will participate in the activity they selected during a special 1 hour and 40-minute block on an alternate bell schedule. Students must bring their signed permission slip with them on Tuesday to join their chosen activity; those without a slip will attend a study hall. Activity assignments have been emailed to students, so please remind your student to check their school email for details. Any needed supplies will be provided by the school. We are excited to launch this new initiative and look forward to a great day of connection with our Titans! 

AP Capstone Research Class Announcement- Parents, it is an exciting time in the AP Capstone Research classes! The AP Capstone Research students will soon begin collecting data for their projects. Several projects will ask Olympia students to participate and require consent to do so. Please be aware of this, should you not want your student to participate. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Clancy - jaime.clancy@ocps.net. 

Cap and Gown Orders for Seniors- Students graduating in 2026 must order their cap and gown from Herff Jones. You can buy from their website HJProud.com, over the phone at (407) 647-4373, or in their store at 6416 Old Winter Garden Rd., Orlando, FL 32835. Prices will increase February 1, so order yours today.

Senior Panoramic Photo- All members of the class of 2026 can be in the senior panoramic, which is one big group photo of the entire senior class in the gym. This year's Senior Panoramic will take place on Thursday, December 18th in 5th period. Seniors should wear their senior shirt for the photo.

Club Picture Day will be held on Thursday, December 18th in the gym- Club pictures will be taken throughout the school day and after school. Club members should have received their picture passes from their club sponsors.

Holiday Spirit Week: Holiday PJs

Holiday Spirit Week: Holiday Character Day

Connectivity Day 2

Holiday Spirit Week: Holiday Tacky Wacky Wednesday

Club Picture Day/Senior Panoramic

Holiday Spirit Week: Snowboards vs. Surfboards

Holiday Spirit Week: Wear your Titan Gear with tons of Holiday Cheer

Student Safety - Once students are on campus, they are required to stay on campus unless signed out by a parent or guardian. This is to ensure that all of our Olympia students are safe and supervised at all times.

Cell Phones & iPads/tablets & Headphones - From first to last bell, students may not use cell phones, iPads, tablets, smartwatches, earbuds, or headphones. Per OCPS policy, all devices must be silenced and stored in a backpack or purse for the entire school day, including during class changes and lunch. If a student is found using a device, they will be required to turn it in. After the first offense, progressive discipline will follow. For more information, visit www.ocps.net to view the Code of Student Conduct.

The Student Services focus for this week is Digital Wellness: Balancing screen time and mental health.

In today's connected world, digital devices are essential for learning, but too much screen time can negatively affect a student's sleep, concentration, and emotional well-being. Finding a healthy balance is key to staying sharp and reducing stress as the semester concludes.

Encourage your student to implement these simple habits to practice digital wellness:

1. Schedule a "Digital Sunset": Establish a no-screens rule for at least 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime. The blue light emitted by devices interferes with the body's natural sleep cycle, making it harder to fall asleep and stay rested.

2. Create Tech-Free Zones: Designate certain areas or times as completely screen-free, such as the dinner table or your student's bedroom. These intentional breaks provide space for face-to-face interaction and genuine relaxation.

3. Curate Their Feed: Teach your student to be mindful of what they consume online. If an account or type of content consistently triggers negative feelings, comparison, or anxiety, they should unfollow or mute it. Encourage them to seek out content that is positive, educational, or inspiring.

4. Use the Phone's Tools: Show your student how to use their phone's built-in screen time monitoring tools and focus modes. Setting app limits and monitoring usage can help them become more aware of how they spend their time and motivate them to take control.

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