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09/04/2026

Thankful Thursday: Celebrating the Heart of Olander ❤

Our 5th graders are back from their incredible Eco Experience trip, and our nests are full of pride! 🌲🦅 Outdoor education gives our Ospreys rich opportunities to overcome fears, tackle new challenges, and step boldly out of their comfort zones into their stretch zones.

An experience this impactful takes a whole flock to make happen. We want to extend a massive thank you to our amazing families for your financial support and dedication to making this trip possible. We also give a huge shoutout to our incredible Olander PTO—your partnership, fundraising support, and tireless work helped ensure every student could spread their wings on this adventure!

"I really like the big rope swing. It was so fun, but terrifying. As soon as you jumped you felt like you were just falling until the rope drew you back up." -5th Grader

"I really liked the history on the last day, as well as the breakfast and dinner." -5th Grader

"Eco is such an incredible opportunity for our students. Watching the kids overcome challenges and cheer each other on is amazing. It's something I look forward to every year!" -Miss Jess

"Eco allows us to connect with our Ospreys by creating unforgettable memories and we get to watch them learn, laugh, and conquer challenges in a different environment." -Ms. S

Calling all past and present Ospreys! Whether your student just got back this week or attended Eco years ago, we want to hear from you. 👇 Drop a comment below sharing a favorite memory from Olander’s Eco Experience, or tell us why you are thankful for this amazing tradition!

Thank you for helping our Ospreys soar higher every day! 💚💙

Flying high with gratitude,
The Olander Osprey Family

09/02/2026

News From the Nest 🦅

What a fantastic start to the year for our Olander Ospreys! Our nest has been bustling with creativity, teamwork, and outdoor adventures. Check out what our students have been up to this week in the photos below:

🔴 Making Our Mark: Inspired by Peter H. Reynolds’ The Dot, 2nd graders created unique dot paintings, learning that everyone can be creative and courage begins with a single mark!

🗣️ Spreading Positivity: After reading Say Something, also by Peter H. Reynolds, 4th graders used their voices to leave inspiring, positive chalk messages in front of Olander. Take a look next time you fly by the school!

🤝 The Osprey Way: 1st graders are flying high while practicing the trait of cooperation, and other classes started the year off right with hula hut team-building challenges in PE!

🥾 Outdoor Explorers: 5th grade got their feathers ready for the great outdoors by participating in our Eco practice hike. Check out the action shots on the trail!

🎨 Art & Library Fun: Students kicked off the year in art by playing "Sculptionary" (Pictionary with Playdough!), while our Kindergartners explored the fun new Creation Stations in the library.

💙 Supporting Our Flock: 3rd grade had a special visit from Mrs. Peacock to learn all about inclusion at Olander, so we can learn how to best support all our friends.

We are so proud of how our Ospreys are starting the year! Drop a 💙 in the comments to cheer them on!

09/01/2026

Splish, Splash, Our Reading Ospreys Made a Splash! 🫧📚

Our Olander Ospreys proved this summer that reading is a blast, and today, they had a foam-tastic celebration to prove it! 🎉

Students who crushed their summer reading goals got to wrap up the school day dancing, laughing, and flying high through a massive foam party! The energy in the nest was absolutely soaring. 🦅✨

A massive Osprey Thank You to our incredible Olander PTO for sponsoring this unforgettable reward, and to Ann Lincoln Entertainment - A Colorado Family Favorite for bringing the ultimate foam fun to our campus! You both made our reading celebration unforgettable.

👉 Check out the photo gallery below to see our Ospreys diving into their reading rewards! 📸👇

08/28/2026

Behind the Beak: Meet Mr. Farkas! 🦅💙

We are thrilled to welcome Mr. Farkas to the nest as one of our new Integrated Services Teacher! Get to know a new member of our flock:

📚 Favorite Subject in School: Social Studies

🎸 Hobbies: Catching live music all over & watching sports on the couch

📖 Favorite Children's Book: The Giving Tree

🧀 Survival Snack: Extra Cheddar Goldfish

🪺 What the "Osprey Way" means to him: "Soaring together along the way."

✨ Words to Live By: "Slow down and enjoy the ride."

Welcome to Olander, Mr. Farkas! We are so glad you are flying high with us this year

08/26/2026

News From the Nest 🦅

Our flock has had a fantastic first week back in the nest learning, growing, and building community! Take a look at what’s been happening around the school:

📚 Kindergarten: Our newest chicks kicked off their Olander careers listening to Mr. Arnoff read, exploring literacy centers, and enjoying each other at recess.

🏫 1st Grade: Way to show the 3B's of the Osprey Way! First graders did an incredible job practicing lining up and coming into school.

🕰️ 2nd Grade: Taking flight into local history! Students dove deep into Fort Collins' past and are busy building timelines of important people and places. They also created their very own trading cards! They drew self-portraits on the front and shared fun facts about themselves on the back.

📖 3rd Grade: Third graders shared what they want to be when they grow up before settling into comfy spots for some silent reading.

🎒 4th Grade: We loved seeing all the unique and wonderful items 4th graders shared from their "all about me" bags with the class this week!

🤝 5th Grade: Soaring with teamwork! Our 5th graders put their cooperation and collaboration skills to the test with the fun "Save Fred" challenge.

Keep flying high, Ospreys! 🦅

08/23/2026

The Bird's Eye View: Looking ahead! 🦅✨

Osprey families, flutter into an exciting week ahead! Save these dates so you don't miss a single moment of fun and connection:

🍦 Wednesday, August 26 | Meet & Play (2:45–3:45 PM): Stay after school at the Olander playground! Connect with new friends, build community, and cool off with a popsicle!

🏫 Wednesday, August 26 | Back to School Night (5:00–6:00 PM): Come learn all about your child’s grade level and classroom. Session 1 runs from 5:00–5:30 PM and Session 2 runs from 5:30–6:00 PM. Please note: This is an adult-only event; childcare is not provided.

🚲 Wednesday, August 26 | Bike Safety Checks: Safe Routes To School (SRTS) professionals and Mr. Logan will be checking student bicycles for safety. Please bring your student's bike to school in the morning or drop it off right after school. Bikes can stay stored safely in the gym until our first meeting!

🚴‍♂️ Thursday, August 27 | Bike Club Kickoff: First official meeting for all registered 3rd–5th graders!

🧼 Friday, August 28 | Summer Suds Reading Challenge: Get ready to celebrate reading! Details on timing, what to wear, and what to bring are flying your way soon.

🏈 Saturday, August 29 | RMHS Feeder Parade: Join Rocky Mountain High School and represent Olander on the field during halftime of the Canvas Community Classic at Canvas Stadium!

Have a soaring week, Ospreys! We can't wait to see everyone out and about! 💙🦅

08/20/2026

The Bird's Eye View: Looking ahead! 🦅☀️

Hey Osprey Families! We had a wonderful first day of school here at Olander. It was so incredible to see our flock back together and to meet our newest Ospreys! 🎒❤️

As we dive back into the school year, we have some urgent updates and important reminders to keep our flock flying high, safe, and cool. Please take a quick gander at these key announcements:

⚠️ CRITICAL UPDATE: Early Release Tomorrow (Thursday, Aug. 20): Due to temperatures, we will have an early release day tomorrow. School will dismiss 2 hours early.
**Breakfast and lunch will still be served.
**Students who ride the bus home will still do so and will be dropped off at their regular stops two hours earlier than normal.

🧼 Foam Party Log Deadline (Due 8.21): Did your child crush the Summer Reading Challenge? To get an invite to Olander’s First Ever Foam Party, submit reading logs to their teacher (with their name on it) OR click the link to verify below. Deadline is Friday, August 21st. https://acesse.one/f9onb23
**Note: Kindergarteners and new students are automatically invited! Full details next week. Thank you, PTO! 🥳

💧 Stay Hydrated: With temperatures climbing, we highly encourage all students to bring a water bottle. Please clearly write your child's name and grade on it so it always finds its way home!

🚗 Parking & Drop-Off Procedures: Smooth traffic keeps our Ospreys safe! For arrival and dismissal routing, please refer to the Parent Quick Links found in our Osprey Thursday Communication.

08/18/2026

News from the Nest: Summer Edition ☀️🦅

As summer winds down and our flock prepares to soar back into the nest, we're taking a look back at how our incredible staff recharged their wings over the break!

Ms. S: Soaked up the sunshine with outdoor projects, quality time with family and friends, and plenty of exciting wedding planning! 🌿💍

Mrs. Richards: Flew off to Disneyland with her son, Reid, for a magical trip filled with rides, character meet-and-greets, and unforgettable core memories! 🏰✨

Mr. Thibault: Packed up the car with his family and set off on an epic road trip all the way to Washington State! 🌲🚗

Mrs. Mann: Explored the stunning wonders of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, including the vibrant Grand Prismatic Spring! 🏞️🌋

Mrs. Pustilnik: Migrated south with her family to Florida for sunny beach days and quality time visiting relatives! 🏖️🌊

Mr. Arnoff: Stayed active all summer long—hiking, biking, paddleboarding, and reading under Nelson's iconic Big Orange Bridge (BOB)! 🌉🚴‍♂️

Miss Bryner: Enjoyed her summer relaxing by the pool, catching up on reading, and spent time with her family! 📚

Now we want to hear from our flock! How did your family spend the summer? Drop a comment below to share your favorite summer adventure or photo with us! 👇💙

08/14/2026

The Bird's Eye View: Looking ahead! 🦅✨

Hello Olander Flock! 🦅✨ As we prepare to take flight into another fantastic school year, mark your calendars for these exciting upcoming events at the nest! 👇

🗓️ Tuesday, August 18 | Popsicle Social & Supply Drop-off
⏰ Time: 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Come join us! You will get an opportunity to meet your teacher, drop off your school supplies, and enjoy some refreshing popsicles on the playground. 🍦

🗓️ Tuesday, August 18 | 5th Grade Eco Experience Parent Meeting
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
📍Location: Media Center
🏃Who: All 5th-grade parents, guardians, and students! Students are welcome to listen in! Because we don't have separate childcare, thank you for helping your young Ospreys sit quietly with you so everyone can hear the info.

🗓️ Wednesday, August 19 | The First Day of School for 1st-5th Graders!
⏰ Time: 7:45 AM – 2:23 PM
🍳 Breakfast: Served from 7:20 AM – 7:40 AM
☀️ Drop-off: Students can be dropped off at the playground beginning at 7:30 AM. Let's start the year flying high!

🗓️ Wednesday, August 19 & Thursday, August 20 | Kindergarten Meet & Greets
Please check your Kindergarten welcome letter for detailed information and individual scheduled times! 🎒

🗓️ Friday, August 21 | The First Day of School for Kindergarteners!
⏰ Time: 7:45 AM – 2:23 PM
🍳 Breakfast: Served from 7:20 AM – 7:40 AM
☀️ Drop-off: Students can be dropped off at the playground beginning at 7:30 AM. Let's start the year flying high!

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We can't wait to see you all so soon! 🪶💙

08/12/2026

The Bird's Eye View: Principal Picnic with Mr. Marietta! 🦅✨

🚨 REMINDER! 🚨 Ospreys, it’s almost time to spread our wings and welcome the newest leader of our flock! Don't forget to join us for our special community gathering to meet our new principal, Mr. Marietta. Let’s show him how warm the Olander family truly is!

📅 When: Tomorrow, Thursday, August 13 from 5-7

📍 Where: On the field behind the school, right by the playgrounds! 🛝 (In case of rainy weather, we will fly inside to the cafeteria!)

🧺 What to bring: Pack your favorite lawn chairs and cozy blankets to spread out and make yourself feel right at home on the grass.

🌭 Food: Hot dogs, chips, and water will be provided! You are also more than welcome to bring your own family picnic basket if you prefer.

We can't wait to see our whole community flock together for a fun evening. See you by the playgrounds! 💙💚

Address

3401 Auntie Stone St
Fort Collins, CO
80526

Opening Hours

Monday	7:45am - 5pm
Tuesday	7:45am - 5pm
Wednesday	7:45am - 5pm
Thursday	7:45am - 5pm
Friday	7:45am - 5pm

Telephone

+19704888410

Website

http://ola.psdschools.org/

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