February Lunch Menu
Wanted to send a huge thank you to the Ottawa VFW Auxiliary for their generous donation to Jefferson's neediest kid fund. You have no idea how much this means to Jefferson and how much of a positive impact it will have on our students. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!!!!!!
OES Wellness Meeting
Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026
3:30 pm
Shepherd Middle School Cafeteria
Tuesday, Feb 10, 2026
3:30 pm
Shepherd Middle School Cafeteria
Due to the e-learning day on today, Friday, Jan 23,2026, the lunch menu for next week will change slightly.
Monday's lunch will now be:
Turkey in Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Vegetables
Dinner Roll w/butter
Pineapple
Milk
The rest of the week will be as previously posted.
Monday's lunch will now be:
Turkey in Gravy
Mashed Potatoes
Mixed Vegetables
Dinner Roll w/butter
Pineapple
Milk
The rest of the week will be as previously posted.
OES Families:
Due to the extreme cold warning in place for Friday, January 23rd, OES 141 will transition to an e-learning day for staff and students. Each building/teacher will send out information to families about the expectations for e-learning. School buildings will be closed to students. We appreciate your flexibility and partnership as we continue to support student learning, even when we are not together in person.
Due to the extreme cold warning in place for Friday, January 23rd, OES 141 will transition to an e-learning day for staff and students. Each building/teacher will send out information to families about the expectations for e-learning. School buildings will be closed to students. We appreciate your flexibility and partnership as we continue to support student learning, even when we are not together in person.
January Lunch Menu
Friday, December 19th, Half Day of School
K-6 Dismissal at 11:30 AM
7-8 Dismissal at 12:10
School will not be in session Monday, December 22nd -Friday, January 2nd. School will reconvene on Monday, January 5th, 2026! Enjoy your Holiday Break!
K-6 Dismissal at 11:30 AM
7-8 Dismissal at 12:10
School will not be in session Monday, December 22nd -Friday, January 2nd. School will reconvene on Monday, January 5th, 2026! Enjoy your Holiday Break!
December Lunch Menu
Just a reminder that we have an 11:30 Dismissal today. Also, there is no school next week November 24-28 for Thanksgiving Break. Hope everyone has a wonderful break with family and friends. See you in December!!!!!
Parent/Teacher Conferences are Monday, November 24th from 11:00-6:15.
Parent/Teacher Conferences are Monday, November 24th from 11:00-6:15.
Get in the holiday spirit and support our school! Student Council is selling holiday cookie kits - perfect for baking, decorating, and sharing some festive fun with family and friends.
Place your order today and make this season extra sweet!
To order, please contact Lori Sanders at lsanders@oes141.org or (815) 434-7925
Place your order today and make this season extra sweet!
To order, please contact Lori Sanders at lsanders@oes141.org or (815) 434-7925
November Lunch Menu
Wellness Committee announcement!
📢 Reminder on Dismissal Times
Today, TUESDAY (Early Dismissal)
K–6: 2:20 PM Shepherd: 3:10 PM
Tomorrow, back to normal!!
K–6: 2:50 PM Shepherd: 3:40 PM
🚍 Important for Preschool, Special Services, and Kindergarten Families:
A parent/guardian must be present at the bus stop to receive your child. Please be outside on time so bus traffic can continue moving smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Today, TUESDAY (Early Dismissal)
K–6: 2:20 PM Shepherd: 3:10 PM
Tomorrow, back to normal!!
K–6: 2:50 PM Shepherd: 3:40 PM
🚍 Important for Preschool, Special Services, and Kindergarten Families:
A parent/guardian must be present at the bus stop to receive your child. Please be outside on time so bus traffic can continue moving smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation!
📢 Reminder on Dismissal Times
Today, TUESDAY (Early Dismissal)
K–6: 2:20 PM Shepherd: 3:10 PM
Tomorrow, back to normal!!
K–6: 2:50 PM Shepherd: 3:40 PM
🚍 Important for Preschool, Special Services, and Kindergarten Families:
A parent/guardian must be present at the bus stop to receive your child. Please be outside on time so bus traffic can continue moving smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Today, TUESDAY (Early Dismissal)
K–6: 2:20 PM Shepherd: 3:10 PM
Tomorrow, back to normal!!
K–6: 2:50 PM Shepherd: 3:40 PM
🚍 Important for Preschool, Special Services, and Kindergarten Families:
A parent/guardian must be present at the bus stop to receive your child. Please be outside on time so bus traffic can continue moving smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation!
📢 District Office Closure Notice
The District Office will close at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, October 10th, and will reopen at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 14th.
Please note that there will be no school on Friday, October 10th, and Monday, October 13th.
We hope everyone enjoys the extended weekend!
Crossing Guard at McKinley
7:30-8:30 a.m. and 2:30- 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday afternoon hours are 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Half-day attendance is 7:30-8:30 a.m. and 11:20 a.m. -12:20 p.m.
If hired, you will be required to turn in a physical, one-step TB test and have a criminal background check completed. Apply in person at 320 West Main Street or download an application online.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17KbVTfqynfWX5INNoDPZGZD1KS7LD1UHWm18XLDNLtE/edit?usp=sharing
7:30-8:30 a.m. and 2:30- 3:30 p.m.
Tuesday afternoon hours are 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Half-day attendance is 7:30-8:30 a.m. and 11:20 a.m. -12:20 p.m.
If hired, you will be required to turn in a physical, one-step TB test and have a criminal background check completed. Apply in person at 320 West Main Street or download an application online.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/17KbVTfqynfWX5INNoDPZGZD1KS7LD1UHWm18XLDNLtE/edit?usp=sharing
📢 Reminder on Dismissal Times
Today, TUESDAY (Early Dismissal)
K–6: 2:20 PM Shepherd: 3:10 PM
Tomorrow, back to normal!!
K–6: 2:50 PM Shepherd: 3:40 PM
🚍 Important for Preschool, Special Services, and Kindergarten Families:
A parent/guardian must be present at the bus stop to receive your child. Please be outside on time so bus traffic can continue moving smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Today, TUESDAY (Early Dismissal)
K–6: 2:20 PM Shepherd: 3:10 PM
Tomorrow, back to normal!!
K–6: 2:50 PM Shepherd: 3:40 PM
🚍 Important for Preschool, Special Services, and Kindergarten Families:
A parent/guardian must be present at the bus stop to receive your child. Please be outside on time so bus traffic can continue moving smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation!
OES Family:
The last mission statement for OES 141 was created in 2002. We are forming a volunteer group to take a look at and refine our district's vision and mission statements. Your input will help shape the direction and values of our school community. We would love the participation from all of our stakeholders so that all voices are heard and represented.
Please click the link below for more information and to sign-up to participate:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdO6h3WxMFyVAAKOxzIAlhUPRDDQpHJ9oQ7pqiaSJOCs8PbFQ/viewform?usp=header
Please feel free to share with OES community members, alumni, and anyone else you feel would add value to our work!
The last mission statement for OES 141 was created in 2002. We are forming a volunteer group to take a look at and refine our district's vision and mission statements. Your input will help shape the direction and values of our school community. We would love the participation from all of our stakeholders so that all voices are heard and represented.
Please click the link below for more information and to sign-up to participate:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdO6h3WxMFyVAAKOxzIAlhUPRDDQpHJ9oQ7pqiaSJOCs8PbFQ/viewform?usp=header
Please feel free to share with OES community members, alumni, and anyone else you feel would add value to our work!
October Lunch Menu
📢 Reminder on Dismissal Times
Today, TUESDAY (Early Dismissal)
K–6: 2:20 PM Shepherd: 3:10 PM
Tomorrow, back to normal!!
K–6: 2:50 PM Shepherd: 3:40 PM
🚍 Important for Preschool, Special Services, and Kindergarten Families:
A parent/guardian must be present at the bus stop to receive your child. Please be outside on time so bus traffic can continue moving smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Today, TUESDAY (Early Dismissal)
K–6: 2:20 PM Shepherd: 3:10 PM
Tomorrow, back to normal!!
K–6: 2:50 PM Shepherd: 3:40 PM
🚍 Important for Preschool, Special Services, and Kindergarten Families:
A parent/guardian must be present at the bus stop to receive your child. Please be outside on time so bus traffic can continue moving smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation!