I am writing to remind you of the district’s policy regarding late pick-ups. Students must be picked up by dismissal time, which is no later than 3:10pm. If you arrive late, you will need to come into the office and sign your student(s) out. Please note that the school will be monitoring late pick-ups. Thank you for helping us ensure a safe and efficient dismissal process for all students.
Also, please do not drop off your student(s) at the gate after 8:30am unless you are supervising them. In accordance with district policy, if your student arrives late, please come into the office to sign them in.
Also, please do not drop off your student(s) at the gate after 8:30am unless you are supervising them. In accordance with district policy, if your student arrives late, please come into the office to sign them in.
Mark your calendars for Friday, April 10 at 9:15 AM. Ortega Elementary will be having its Title 1 Developmental Meeting. This is your chance to give your input as we begin planning for the 2026-2027 school year.
Good morning Ortega Families,
This is just a reminder that we will be having the State Writing Test this Wednesday, April 1st, for 4th and 5th grade. Please be sure students are well rested and arrive at school by 9:00am at the latest so they can participate in the test.
Thank you for your continued support!
Have a great Monday!
This is just a reminder that we will be having the State Writing Test this Wednesday, April 1st, for 4th and 5th grade. Please be sure students are well rested and arrive at school by 9:00am at the latest so they can participate in the test.
Thank you for your continued support!
Have a great Monday!
Happy Sunday Ortega Students and Families!
Just a reminder that there will be no school Friday April 3rd, Monday April 6th or Tuesday April 7th! We hope you all enjoy a safe and restful break!
See you all tomorrow!
Have a wonderful evening!
Just a reminder that there will be no school Friday April 3rd, Monday April 6th or Tuesday April 7th! We hope you all enjoy a safe and restful break!
See you all tomorrow!
Have a wonderful evening!
Ms. Mcleod has been working so hard on putting our yearbook together. It was submitted to the company this week and the sneak peek looks AMAZING!! We have only ordered a limited quantity so if you don't want to be left out make sure to place your order today. Yearbooks will be arriving in May. Place your order online at www.buytheyearbook.com using ID 387388.
There are only a few days left in the PTA membership contest. Remember, the contest ends at the end of March. The top 3 classes will win a party courtesy of PTA. The current standings are below, but all classes are close. So no one is out of the running yet. The cost is $7 per family and money raised is used to help pay for end-of-year awards, teacher appreciation, campus beautification, and academic programs. You can join using the form sent home or online at
https://ortegajacksonville.memberhub.com/store.
1st place: Ms. Risley's class
2nd place: Ms. Oliver's class
3rd place: Ms. Sheftall's class
4th place: Mr. Young's class
5th place: Ms. O'Connor's class
https://ortegajacksonville.memberhub.com/store.
1st place: Ms. Risley's class
2nd place: Ms. Oliver's class
3rd place: Ms. Sheftall's class
4th place: Mr. Young's class
5th place: Ms. O'Connor's class
Tomorrow is the last Wednesday of the month. You know what that means - Spirit Night at The Loop. Swing by between 4 PM and 9 PM. Mention you are supporting Ortega Elementary and a portion of the profits will go back to our school.
REGISTER FOR A BUS TODAY - Bus registration for the 2026–2027 school year is now open. All students who plan to ride a school bus next year must be registered in advance, including students enrolled in self-contained ESE programs. Families are encouraged to register as early as possible to help ensure a smooth start to the school year. Registration forms are available in Focus. For step-by-step instructions on how to complete the process, visit: www.duvalschools.org/busregistration
Good afternoon!
There will be a mobile clinic available every third Wednesday (started August 27, 2025) at Charger Academy for immunizations and physical exams for 4–19-year-olds from 9am to 12pm. Please call 904-308-7911 or see the attached flyer for more information.
Thank you!
Don't forget that the PTA membership contest is taking place until the end of March. The top 3 classes will win a party courtesy of PTA. Right now our leaderboard consists of: Ms. Risley's class with 23%, Ms. Sheftall's class with 17%, Ms. Oliver's class with 15%, Mr. Young's class with 15%, Ms. O'Connor's class with 14%, and Ms. Casey's class with 13%. And the other classes aren't far behind. It is a very tight race so anyone can still win. It only costs $7 for a family to join. Not only are you helping your child's class in the contest, you are also supporting academic programs, campus improvement, student awards, and so much more. Join today by visiting: https://ortegajacksonville.memberhub.com/store
We wanted to send one final reminder about Friday (3/13/26):
* All Pro Dad will be held at 7:45 AM in the media center. RSVP today using the following link: www.allprodadchapters.com/chapters/11211
* We will have a SAC meeting and coffee chat at 9:15 AM in the media center. If you plan on attending please email Mrs. Tibbits at tibbitsm@duvalschools.org.
* All Pro Dad will be held at 7:45 AM in the media center. RSVP today using the following link: www.allprodadchapters.com/chapters/11211
* We will have a SAC meeting and coffee chat at 9:15 AM in the media center. If you plan on attending please email Mrs. Tibbits at tibbitsm@duvalschools.org.
Just a reminder that we have a lot going on next week at Ortega Elementary:
* It is math week. See the previous post about the fun math activities taking place.
* Monday, March 9 is spring pictures for those students who prepay. You can prepay using the order form or online at www.leonards.com/photoprepay.
* Friday, March 13 is All Pro Dad at 7:45 AM followed by Flag Raising at 8:40, and then the SAC/Coffee Chat at 9:15. RSVP for All Pro Dad by visiting www.allprodadchapters.com/chapters/11211. RSVP for SAC by returning the RSVP form or emailing Mrs. Tibbits at tibbitsm@duvalschools.org. Please make sure to RSVP for the events by Monday, March 9.
* It is math week. See the previous post about the fun math activities taking place.
* Monday, March 9 is spring pictures for those students who prepay. You can prepay using the order form or online at www.leonards.com/photoprepay.
* Friday, March 13 is All Pro Dad at 7:45 AM followed by Flag Raising at 8:40, and then the SAC/Coffee Chat at 9:15. RSVP for All Pro Dad by visiting www.allprodadchapters.com/chapters/11211. RSVP for SAC by returning the RSVP form or emailing Mrs. Tibbits at tibbitsm@duvalschools.org. Please make sure to RSVP for the events by Monday, March 9.
The next PTA meeting is Monday! Everyone is invited.
Math Mania Week at Ortega! (March 9–13)
Get ready for a week of math fun at Ortega! Each day, students will participate in math challenges and activities to show that Math is Everywhere. We’ll also have a daily math trivia question the winning class earns a small treat!
See the attached flyer for more information!
Get ready for a week of math fun at Ortega! Each day, students will participate in math challenges and activities to show that Math is Everywhere. We’ll also have a daily math trivia question the winning class earns a small treat!
See the attached flyer for more information!
Be sure to mark your calendars for March 13. We have a busy morning at Ortega Elementary. All of these are great ways to get involved.
* An All Pro Dad meeting will take place in our media center at 7:45 AM. If you plan on attending please RSVP by March 9 at https://allprodadchapters.com/chapters/11211
* Flag Raising will occur at 8:40 AM in the front courtyard.
* There will be a Coffee Chat and SAC meeting at 9:15 AM in the media center. If you will be at this meeting, please be sure to RSVP by March 9 using the invitation that was sent home, or email Mrs. Tibbits at tibbitsm@duvalschools.org.
* An All Pro Dad meeting will take place in our media center at 7:45 AM. If you plan on attending please RSVP by March 9 at https://allprodadchapters.com/chapters/11211
* Flag Raising will occur at 8:40 AM in the front courtyard.
* There will be a Coffee Chat and SAC meeting at 9:15 AM in the media center. If you will be at this meeting, please be sure to RSVP by March 9 using the invitation that was sent home, or email Mrs. Tibbits at tibbitsm@duvalschools.org.
PTA is continuing the membership drive that was started in the Fall. They are giving families until the end of March to join PTA in order to have it count toward the contest. The top 3 classes at the end of the month will get a party courtesy of PTA. The cost is $7 per family. Joining the PTA helps support: academic programs, end-of-year awards, yearbooks, movie night, campus improvements, teacher appreciation, and so much more. Join now at: https://ortegajacksonville.memberhub.com/store.
Leonard's will be on campus on March 9 to take Spring Pictures. Only students who pre-order pictures will be photographed. Unlike past years, these pictures will be taken indoors with a green screen and parents will have the option to choose from a variety of backgrounds. Order forms were sent home this week in folders. Or, you can order online at www.leonards.com/order. Our access code is C765804. Again, ONLY students who pre-order pictures will be photographed.
Don't forget spirit night at The Loop (4591 Lakeside Drive) today from 4 PM to 9 PM. Make sure to mention that you are there supporting Ortega Elementary and 20% of the proceeds will be donated back to our school.
Ortega Elementary PTA is sponsoring another spirit night at The Loop (4591 Lakeside Drive) this Wednesday from 4 PM to 9 PM. Stop in for some delicious food. Make sure to mention that you are there supporting Ortega Elementary and 20% of the proceeds will be donated back to our school.
Attention 3rd Grade Parents and Families!
We have a very important meeting coming up tomorrow, February 19th from 6:00pm to 7:00pm for 3rd grade families regarding the FAST and 3rd grade promotion requirements. We would like all 3rd grade families to attend! Pizza will be provided! Please see the attached flyer for more details.
Thank you for your continued support!
We have a very important meeting coming up tomorrow, February 19th from 6:00pm to 7:00pm for 3rd grade families regarding the FAST and 3rd grade promotion requirements. We would like all 3rd grade families to attend! Pizza will be provided! Please see the attached flyer for more details.
Thank you for your continued support!
