Today our Spartan Staff Spotlight shines on Kristin Anderson. Mrs. Anderson has been a dedicated staff member since 2007. Thank you Mrs. Anderson, for all that you do for our students at Olympia South!!
about 19 hours ago, Olympia CUSD 16
Kristin Anderson
Today our Spartan Staff Spotlight shines on Sam Sadler, Olympia South Special Education teacher. Thank you, Mrs. Sadler, for all that you do for our students!!
2 days ago, Olympia CUSD 16
Sam Sadler
Something WILD was happening at Olympia South today! Our students had quite the surprise when they arrived this morning! Staff traded in their normal attire and kicked off Halloween week with costumes. We love bringing joy, laughter, and a little surprise into the school day! 💙
3 days ago, Lisa Steve
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Our final Spartan Staff Spotlight this week shines on Tasha Troha, Olympia South 3rd Grade teacher. Thank you for all that you do for our students, Mrs. Troha!
6 days ago, Olympia CUSD 16
Tasha Troha
It takes a village! Thank you to State Representative Hauter’s office for hosting a school supply drive and making a generous donation to Olympia South. Community support like this makes a world of difference for our kids!
7 days ago, Vanessa Tibbs
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It’s National School Lunch Week, and we want to give a HUGE shoutout to the incredible Cafeteria Crew at Olympia South Elementary!

Every single day, our cafeteria staff works tirelessly behind the scenes with bright smiles to serve up delicious, nutritious meals that keep our Spartans fueled and ready to learn. They truly are the heart of our school!
16 days ago, Vanessa Tibbs
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Thank you to the Olympia Assistant Principals for their support of our students! We appreciate all they do for our students, staff, and families.
27 days ago, LAURA O'DONNELL
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October is Principal Appreciation Month! Our Principals invest so much time in our students and our staff. Thank you to the Olympia Principals for their leadership, compassion, and integrity.
27 days ago, LAURA O'DONNELL
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Behind every clean hallway, shining classroom, and smooth day at Olympia South Elementary is an incredible custodial team!
Today, we’re sending a huge Spartan THANK YOU to Mr. Jerry and Mr. Rick for working tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our school safe, clean, and welcoming for our students and staff. We appreciate your hard work and dedication every single day!🩶
27 days ago, Vanessa Tibbs
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We appreciate your generosity and support!
about 1 month ago, Vanessa Tibbs
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Let’s see that school spirit! 💙🤍 Olympia Spartan Homecoming Week is officially here (Sept 29 – Oct 2).
Monday, Sept 28: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday, Sept 29: ’Twas the Night Before Christmas (PJ Day) — Wear your favorite comfy pajamas!
Wednesday, Sept 30: 4th of July — Wear Red, White, and Blue!
Thursday, Oct 1: Valentine’s Day (I Love My Team) — Wear your favorite team apparel!
Friday, Oct 2: Spartan Day — Show your pride and wear Blue & White!
about 1 month ago, Vanessa Tibbs
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Spartans, the race is on! The top-selling class in PK–2nd AND 3rd–5th will earn a cozy PJ & Stuffie Day!

You have until Tuesday, September 29th to lock in your class sales and claim victory.

Let’s go, Spartans! Rally your friends and family this weekend! 💙 Go South!
about 1 month ago, Vanessa Tibbs
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Our fundraiser ends tomorrow! There's still time to make an impact. Visit app.PoP4Kids.org , enter Group Code: MMMNT , and share your fundraiser with family and friends today. Every order counts, so let's finish strong together! 🎉💙
about 1 month ago, Vanessa Tibbs
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Today our Spartan Staff Spotlight shines on Sean Mullins, the Instructional Technology Director for the district. Thank you for everything that you do for our students and staff, Mr. Mullins!!
about 1 month ago, Olympia CUSD 16
Sean Mullins
Today's Spartan Staff Spotlight is on Randi Krehbiel. Randi works as our full time Elementary Teaching Sub, and is currently working at Olympia North filling a maternity leave. Randi is also the High School Cross County Coach. Thank you, Mrs. Krehbiel for all that you do for all of our students across the district!
about 1 month ago, Olympia CUSD 16
Randi Krehbiel
Roll call! Students, if you haven't registered for our fundraiser, please register online and add 10+ contacts at app.PoP4Kids.org using Group Code: MMMNT to unlock access to the Spin-to-Win game 🎮. Not only can you share your fundraiser with family & friends nationwide, but you can collect special badges, spin to redeem tokens, and win from over $125,000 in nationwide giveaways from Apple, Nintendo, PlayStation, Amazon and more!
about 1 month ago, Vanessa Tibbs
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This morning, first graders at South celebrated "Dot Day". We read the book of the same title by Peter H. Reynolds. We are focusing on being illustrators this week so we used the book to spark our imaginations! We even got to watch an interview with our featured author as we completed our task.
about 1 month ago, Amanda Gray
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Listening to a KidsLit TV interview with the author of “The Dot”, Peter H. Reynolds
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Today is the day! Get registered and add 10+ contacts at app.PoP4Kids.org using Group Code: MMMNT . Parents, make sure to check backpacks after school for detailed information on our fundraiser and help your student get registered if they have not already. Add your contacts, and then share with family & friends nationwide. We are so grateful for your participation and appreciate the support of our community!
about 1 month ago, Vanessa Tibbs
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Olympia South Elementary School , our fundraiser starts in 5 days! Students should get a head start by registering at Pop4Kids using Group Code: MMMNT to participate. Add at least 10 family & friends as contacts to unlock the Spin-to-Win game for a chance to win from over $125,000 in nationwide prize giveaways. Stay tuned for launch day! 🎉

about 2 months ago, Vanessa Tibbs
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We have been notified that the highway department will be working on the Moore's Mill bridge starting tomorrow, September 9th @ 8:00 a.m. We are anticipating delays and maybe even a road closure. Parents, students, and staff should use an alternate route.
Thank you!

about 2 months ago, LAURA O'DONNELL