
This week, Third Graders enjoyed having a special guest—Mrs. Roth. She presented to each class about Abraham Lincoln. Students loved the read aloud, discussions, and interesting facts she shared about Mr. Lincoln's life.

Tuesday, February 13 the dismissal times are as follows: Grades K-6: Dismissal at 2:20 PM Grades 7-8: Dismissal at 3:10 PM Please be at your students' bus stop if you are required to be. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated as it plays a vital role in ensuring our bus operations' smooth and efficient flow. Please feel free to share this post.

Tuesday, February 13th the dismissal times are as follows: Grades K-6: Dismissal at 2:20 PM Grades 7-8: Dismissal at 3:10 PM Please be at your students' bus stop if you are required to be. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated as it plays a vital role in ensuring our bus operations' smooth and efficient flow.

Tuesday, February 6 the dismissal times are as follows:
Grades K-6: Dismissal at 2:20 PM
Grades 7-8: Dismissal at 3:10 PM
Please be at your students' bus stop if you are required to be. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated as it plays a vital role in ensuring our bus operations' smooth and efficient flow.

Come out and support Jefferson TONIGHT at our Culver's Night from 4-7! Hope to see you there! 🐾


🍕Alfano's Pizza Fundraiser order forms are being sent home today! Order forms are due back no later than Thursday, February 22nd. Thank you for continuing to support Jefferson! 🍕



It's time to announce our Champions of the Charter for the month of JANUARY! The following students have been smart with their heart and gone above and beyond to make their classroom a positive learning environment for EVERYONE!! Talk about having the mindset of a champion! These emotional scientists definitely have a heart of gold!
Here are January's Champions of the Charter:
Kindergarten: Lesly M., Bethany N., and Dawson O.
1st Grade: Seamus W., Jayce E., Henleigh L., Liam P., and Addison J.
2nd Grade: Lillian F., Ace C., and Kiana M.
3rd Grade: Ethan B., Tessa N., and Lucy J.
4th Grade: Jillian D., Jacey P., and Maverick K.
Congratulations on your outstanding achievement and keep up the PAWSOME work!!










Murphy, who was graciously donated by United Way of Eastern LaSalle County has officially graduated. Following an extensive 18 month program, he successfully completed his last test and is officially a Certified Facility Therapy Dog! A huge shout out to Annette Monge, owner of Teacherpetz Training and Boarding for her guidance through these 18 months of training. Also, a huge thank you to United Way of ELC for their ongoing support. Murphy will continue to spread love, joy, and support to everyone at Jefferson. Great Job Murphy!!!!!




Reminder: Tuesday dismissal is today, if you need to be present at your students' bus stop please be there. K-6 releases at 2:20 PM and 7-8 grade 3:10 PM

February Lunch Menu


Dear Ottawa Elementary Families, Due to the icy road conditions, E-Learning will be implemented on Tuesday, January 23, 2024. Please ensure that your child checks in using TeacherEase. Our E-Learning plan is available on our website at www.oes141.org for reference. Should you encounter any issues, please contact your child's school directly. Thank you.
Estimadas familias de la escuela primaria de Ottawa: Debido a las tormentas de hielo previstas, el aprendizaje electrónico se implementará el martes 23 de enero de 2024. Asegúrese de que su hijo se registre utilizando TeacherEase. Nuestro plan de aprendizaje electrónico está disponible en nuestro sitio web www.oes141.org como referencia. Si tiene algún problema para iniciar sesión, comuníquese directamente con la escuela de su hijo. Gracias.

Dear Ottawa Elementary School District Families. Due to anticipated weather today, Ottawa Elementary School will be participating in E-Learning. Please be sure to check-in. If you experience any problems, please contact your child's school directly for assistance. Thank you
Estimadas familias del Distrito Escolar Primario de Ottawa: Anticipándose al clima de hoy, la Escuela Primaria Ottawa participará en E-Learning. Asegúrese de que su hijo se registre. Si surge algún problema, no dude en comunicarse directamente con la escuela de su hijo para obtener ayuda. Gracias.

Wendy's stopped by today to drop off breakfast burritos to our staff!!!! They are going to start selling them next week, but wanted Jefferson staff to try them out. Thanks Wendy's for thinking us!!!!!


Good Afternoon, This is Chris Bucciarelli, Assistant Superintendent of Ottawa Elementary School District. In light of the extreme temperatures forecasted for Tuesday, January 16, we will be implementing an eLearning day for our students. Please make sure that your child checks in using TeacherEase. The district's detailed eLearning plan is accessible on our webpage at www.oes141.org under Quick Links. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Buenas tardes, Soy Chris Bucciarelli, superintendente adjunto del distrito escolar primario de Ottawa. A la luz de las temperaturas extremas pronosticadas para el martes 16 de enero, implementaremos un día de aprendizaje electrónico para nuestros estudiantes. Asegúrese de que su hijo se registre utilizando TeacherEase. Se puede acceder al plan detallado de aprendizaje electrónico del distrito en nuestra página web en www.oes141.org en Quick Links. Gracias por su cooperación y comprensión.

Good Evening OES families, This is Dr. Lee, superintendent of Ottawa Elementary School District. Due to the predicted storms on Friday, January 12, we will be conducting an eLearning day for our students. Kindly ensure that your family checks in using TeacherEase. The district's eLearning plan is available on the district's webpage at www.oes141.org under Quick Links. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. Stay safe, Dr. Lee Buenas noches familias de OES, Este es el Dr. Lee, superintendente del Distrito Escolar Primario de Ottawa. Debido a las tormentas previstas para el viernes 12 de enero, llevaremos a cabo un día de aprendizaje electrónico para nuestros estudiantes. Asegúrese de que su familia se registre utilizando TeacherEase. El plan de aprendizaje electrónico del distrito está disponible en la página web del distrito en www.oes141.org bajo Quick Links. Gracias por su cooperación y comprensión. Mantenerse seguro, Doctor Lee

Check out our January Newsletter!
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We're thrilled to announce the new app for OES 141! It's everything OES 141, in your pocket.
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We hope everyone is having a wonderful winter break thus far! With December coming to a close, we wanted to announce our Champions of the Charter! The following emotional scientists definitely have a heart of gold and did an outstanding job following their classroom charters throughout the month December! Keep up the outstanding work!! We are so proud of you!! Kindergarten: Lorenzo G., Ivan S., Miles S., and Maddie C.
1st Grade: Rose J., Baylee C., and Hayden B.
2nd Grade: Tommy W., Jacob J., and Mya H.
3rd Grade: GG R., Alayna W., and Isabelle H.
4th Grade: Emery W., Addie G., Jovan P., and Jack L.


Just a reminder that we will be dismissing at 11:30 today. School will not resume until Tuesday, January 9th for students. Have a wonderful Winter Break!!!!!!!!

Just a reminder that we will be dismissing at 11:30 on Friday, December 22nd. School will resume on Tuesday, January 9th. Have a wonderful Winter Break!!!!!