Welcome to Otter River Elementary

MISSION
The mission of Otter River Elementary School is provide a rigorous comprehensive academic program for all students in a safe and supportive environment.

VISION
Otter River Elementary School staff is dedicated to teaching all students skills which will enable them to reason critically, utilize technology effectively, and contribute to their school, community, and the world.

school News

CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) SCHOOL CLOSURE

Bedford County Public Schools still remains closed to the public, but essential appointments for registration can be made by calling your child's school between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday.

The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) has developed a parent resource on how to talk about COVID-19 with your child. The CDC provides daily updates and health-related guidance in regards to COVID-19 if further information is needed for your family.

COVID-19 and Your Mental Health Infographic

FACE COVERING REQUIREMENT

The previous guidance included in the BCPS 2020-21 Health & Safety Plan on face coverings was updated to “require face coverings on the bus and indoors in public spaces when social distancing is not possible and at teacher discretion in classrooms.” Please note that this update does not override state guidance that states, “Staff and students should use cloth face coverings when physical distancing cannot be maintained, as is medically and developmentally appropriate”.

RETURN TO SCHOOL
Grade Level Welcome Videos from our Teacher Teams!
Pre-K - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gyGuFjIJwfY&authuser=0

Kindergarten - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1nU4W-b3IF0&authuser=0

1st Grade - https://youtu.be/yBWoHPP_jPY

2nd Grade - https://shorts.flipgrid.com/watch/11958023226655093

3rd Grade - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K5CQ91v68OQ&authuser=0

We will be providing additional updates as that information becomes available through direct communication to families, our BCPS website, YouTube channel, and social media (Facebook, Instagram, & Twitter).

Click here for Return to School Information Webpage

School Cash Online is a safe, simple and secure way for parents to pay for field trips, yearbooks, spirit wear, athletic fees and more. No need to take out cash or write checks, now you can shop online from the comfort of your own home. Click on the Register Now icon below, then click on Register. 

Click here for Intro to School Cash Online video
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