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!
Check out our amazing honorees below!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
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!
Ocean City Primary School students will have their school pictures taken on Thursday, October 2. Make sure to dress your best and bring your smiles!
For more info, click here: https://5il.co/3q3dn
We’re excited to welcome all of our OCPS families to Back to School Night on Wednesday, September 24th at 6:00 PM!
Come meet your child’s teachers, visit their classrooms, and learn more about what’s in store for the new school year!
Ocean City Primary School
Wednesday, September 24, 2025
6:00 PM
We can't wait to see you there!
Yesterday, Ocean City Primary School honored the memory of September 11th with a powerful message: kindness, compassion, and community matter, every single day! Our students took part in OCPS Day of Kindness, a school-wide initiative to show gratitude and support for the heroes in our community.
Pre-K and Kindergarten traced and decorated handprints, each one sharing a way they can help others.
Grades 1–3 created heartfelt thank-you cards for local community helpers:
- Grade 1: Hospital Staff
- Grade 2: Firefighters
- Grade 3: Police Officers
These small acts of kindness are our way of honoring those we lost, and celebrating the spirit of unity that brings us all together.
