Our first OCPS staff luncheon was a great success! The food was amazing, and it was such a pleasure spending time together and enjoying great company.
Our Preschoolers had an amazing time at today’s Fun Walk fundraiser to support the OCPTA! The smiles, laughter, and energy were contagious as our youngest students made their way around the course set-up by Coach Calhoun and Mrs. Merritt!
A huge thank-you to our incredible PTA, teachers, and volunteers for organizing such a fun event. Your support helps make our school community so special! Stay tuned for pictures from the K-3 event!!
The Ocean City School District, in collaboration with Mainland Regional, Greater Egg Harbor Regional, Egg Harbor Township, and Cape May County Special Services School Districts will be hosting their second annual Cape Atlantic League (CAL) Unified Sports 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Proceeds benefit the CAL Unified Sports Program, fostering and promoting social inclusion between students with and without disabilities through shared sports experiences.
Click here to register and get more information - https://tinyurl.com/CALUnified5K
Thank you for helping to connect our communities!
Click here to register and get more information - https://tinyurl.com/CALUnified5K
Thank you for helping to connect our communities!
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Ocean City Primary School will be wearing PINK tomorrow, Wednesday, October 15 to show our support and raise awareness.
Students: Wear pink for FREE
Faculty & Staff: $5 donation to participate
All proceeds will benefit the Mikenzie Helphenstine Scholarship Fund — a meaningful cause close to our hearts.
Let’s turn OCPS pink and show our support together!
Students: Wear pink for FREE
Faculty & Staff: $5 donation to participate
All proceeds will benefit the Mikenzie Helphenstine Scholarship Fund — a meaningful cause close to our hearts.
Let’s turn OCPS pink and show our support together!
Please join the Ocean City School District for our first Special Education Parent Advisory Group (SEPAG) meeting for the 2025-2026 school year on Friday, October 17th from 12-1PM at the OCHS Community Room. Click here to RSVP: https://bit.ly/SEPAG2025
Reminder: Ocean City School District will be closed October 13 for the holiday.
Pink Hair—We Care!
On Friday, Ocean City Primary School came together for Pink Hair Day, a special event hosted by the OCPTA in support of the OCNJ Pink Hair Movement.
This very special, local initiative supports the Cancer Support Community NJ and honors the legacy of beloved OCHS field hockey coach and Primary School Teacher, Mikenzie Helphenstine, who inspired countless students with her strength and spirit.
By adding pink hair extensions and spreading awareness, our school community showed unity, hope, and kindness—all while helping lift up those affected by cancer.
Thank you to everyone who participated, volunteered, and made this event so meaningful!
Last week, our Preschoolers helped us celebrate School Custodian Appreciation Day by making heartfelt thank-you cards for our amazing custodial staff!
The entire Preschool came together to present the cards to our incredible head custodian, Janice Rogers, who helps keep our school clean, safe, and shining every single day.
Thank you, Janice, and our whole custodial team for all that you do for our students and staff — we appreciate you!
These students were recognized as OCPS Students of the Month during the month of September for showing Excellence — giving their best in everything they do and setting a strong example for others.
Check out our amazing honorees below!
Check out our amazing honorees below!
OCPS Week of Respect Spirit Week is October 6-10, 2025! Let’s show our school spirit and commitment to kindness all week long! Check out our daily themes and join in the fun!
Monday – Block Out the Bullies
Wear BLUE to take a stand against bullying! Let’s fill the halls with kindness and unity.
Tuesday – Put Unkind Behavior to Bed
Pajama Day! Come to school cozy and ready to dream of a kinder world.
Wednesday – Everyone Counts
We are ONE big team! Wear a shirt with a number on it to celebrate how every student matters.
Thursday – Respect is No Sweat
Show how easy respect can be — wear your favorite sweatshirt or sweatpants!
Friday – Ocean City Pride Day
Wear your OC gear loud and proud! Let’s close out the week with some serious Red Raider spirit!
Let’s make OCPS a place where kindness counts and respect rules!
Monday – Block Out the Bullies
Wear BLUE to take a stand against bullying! Let’s fill the halls with kindness and unity.
Tuesday – Put Unkind Behavior to Bed
Pajama Day! Come to school cozy and ready to dream of a kinder world.
Wednesday – Everyone Counts
We are ONE big team! Wear a shirt with a number on it to celebrate how every student matters.
Thursday – Respect is No Sweat
Show how easy respect can be — wear your favorite sweatshirt or sweatpants!
Friday – Ocean City Pride Day
Wear your OC gear loud and proud! Let’s close out the week with some serious Red Raider spirit!
Let’s make OCPS a place where kindness counts and respect rules!
We appreciate the top-notch OCSD custodial crew! They make our schools sparkle so our students can shine!
Ocean City Primary School is excited to participate in the OC PTA-Sponsored "Pink Hair Event" tomorrow, Friday, October 3rd!
For a small donation, students will have the opportunity to add a fun pink hair strand to their look during their lunch period — all for a great cause! All proceeds will go directly to benefit the Cancer Support Community New Jersey, helping support those affected by cancer in our local area.
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Thank you for helping us make a difference, one strand at a time!
OCPS third graders are kicking off the year strong in music class!
Students in Ms. Smith's class jumped right in with percussion instruments—like drums and rhythm sticks—to sharpen their note reading skills. Music literacy is a key part of becoming a well-rounded musician, and we had a great time reinforcing these important concepts through hands-on playing.
Way to go, third grade!
Students in Ms. Smith's class jumped right in with percussion instruments—like drums and rhythm sticks—to sharpen their note reading skills. Music literacy is a key part of becoming a well-rounded musician, and we had a great time reinforcing these important concepts through hands-on playing.
Way to go, third grade!
Don't forget! OCPS Picture Day is Thursday, October 2nd! Click on the link for more information - https://5il.co/3qhee
September was full of fun with Mrs. McCabe in Computer Science and Library!
Our students dove into coding challenges with Indi robots, working together in small groups to solve problems and think like programmers.
Second and third graders got hands-on with a brand-new robot friend — Kibo! They learned to code using repeat loops and sensors, sparking creativity and curiosity with every command.
During library, students cozied up in our flexible seating areas to explore exciting new books — the perfect way to relax and read!
Our students dove into coding challenges with Indi robots, working together in small groups to solve problems and think like programmers.
Second and third graders got hands-on with a brand-new robot friend — Kibo! They learned to code using repeat loops and sensors, sparking creativity and curiosity with every command.
During library, students cozied up in our flexible seating areas to explore exciting new books — the perfect way to relax and read!
It is important to boost confidence in our OCPS classrooms. Our Health and Wellness classes have been exploring and expressing positive affirmations. These affirmations help our learners feel valued, heard, and seen. Great job Mrs. Merritt and students!
Together we shine! Shine on OCPS!
Together we shine! Shine on OCPS!
Join Us for the OCPTA Castaway Cove Fundraiser! On Saturday, October 4th from 1–4 PM, come out for a fun-filled day at Playland’s Castaway Cove — all while supporting the Ocean City PTA! Wristbands can be purchased by filling out the attached form and sending it in with your child to school. Flyers were also sent home with your student!
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Wristband pickup is from 12:30–2 PM at George’s General (980 Boardwalk) on the day of the event. Questions? Reach out to the PTA at ocnjpta1@gmail.com
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We hope to see you there — let’s make it a great day for our kids and our schools!
Did you know that Ocean City School District offers a vital service called Project Child Find? The mission of Project Child Find is to ensure that all children ages 3 and up with delays or disabilities are identified, located and evaluated in order to receive early intervention supports or special education services. More information can be found here: https://www.ocsdnj.org/page/special-services
Last week, our students’ handmade cards from our Day of Kindness were delivered to our amazing community helpers—and their smiles say it all!
Thank you to the staff at Shore Medical Center, OCFD, and OCPD for all you do. We’re so proud of our students for spreading kindness beyond the classroom!
Thank you to the staff at Shore Medical Center, OCFD, and OCPD for all you do. We’re so proud of our students for spreading kindness beyond the classroom!
This past Friday marked the debut of the OCPS student-run coffee and snack cart!
Our students visited classrooms offering coffee and affordable snack items for teachers and staff to purchase.
Proceeds from the cart will directly support the OCPS Community Compassion Collection, which makes monthly donations to various local charities.
This initiative not only gives back to our community, but also provides our students with valuable real-world experience. We’re so proud of their hard work and heart!
