Programs

Science Fair

Our Science Fair is a collaboration between the PTA, NCSU, and Olds teachers. It is chaired by parents who find volunteer judges from throughout our community. Students may begin their projects at any time but most work on their projects in December and January which allows our winners to move on to the countywide competition. The Science Fair lasts two days with grades K-2 presenting one day and grades 3-5 presenting on the other day. All our students tour both sets of exhibits and parents are encouraged to do the same.

Reflections

The theme for 2007-08 is "I can make a difference".

A national PTA program, Reflections offers students the opportunity to create works of art for fun and recognition. Students are encouraged to create and submit works of art in four areas: literature, musical composition, photography, and the visual arts (which includes art forms such as drawing, painting, print making, and collage). At Olds, we have our specialists trade judging duties with another school to ensure impartiality. Look for information in October or November.

Character Education

While there is no single script for effective character education, WCPSS has adopted specific traits to summarize the key principles. By utilizing the same language of character and using specific words, our families can join with our schools and community in cultivating a “culture of character”. Learn more at the Wake PTA's Character Corner.

Friends of the Library

• Celebration of Books: provides new books for the library in honor of a student, family, friend or event, complete with book plate
• NC Book Award: provides guest readers to read the year's nominated books to all K-2 classes and have kids vote on favorites
• General Library Helper: shelve books, create displays, label books.
• Accelerated Reader: Promote this fun reading comprehension program where students read what they like, take a short computer quiz, collect points and earn small rewards at 25 different award levels.
• Book Fairs: Scholastic in-school fair and Quail Ridge off-site fairs earn $$ for Olds library.
• Book Swap: promote program, collect used books from Olds families, sort by grade, and coordinate time for all students to select 1-2 "new to them" books to keep.
• Author visits: arranges visits from local authors and illustrators.

Yearbook

Take digital photos, create fun pages, promote and take orders.

Grounds

Plan and promote a fall and spring "work" day for families to spruce up the grounds. A subcommittee is working on playground master plan improvements and fundraising to continue this major project.

Jr. Achievement

Teach (5) five pre-planned lessons to a class regarding the interrelationships between individuals, families, communities and business. These lessons in business and economics begin in Kindergarten and build upon each other through 5th grade. No teaching experience required - the lessons are designed to be taught by business people and require minimal planning.