Please note, the BMX Show today which was originally scheduled for 9:30 am outdoors has been moved inside our gymnasium due to the weather. Unfortunately, due to the size of the bike space needed for the show, we will not be able to accommodate outside visitors. Sorry for the change!

Our school got a special visit from Point Pleasant and the Jenkinson's Aquarium as Zuco the Penguin came to Ocean Gate this rainy Monday morning. Our students were able to learn all about penguins and their habitat and life cycle as Zuco showed us up close and personal what it is like to be a penguin!

Please check out the Newsletter for the last week of school! Just a reminder as well that we will have early dismissal for our students at 12:50 starting on Tuesday through our last day on Friday, the 20th. We will have more information coming on our 6th Grade Clap Out planned for the last day. Have a great weekend Gators!!

Our first graders had a special guest teacher this past Friday! Dr. Ott went back to his roots of teaching Phys Ed as a special treat for Mrs. Phillips' class. Mrs. Murphy even stopped in and gave Dr. Ott an observation, which he passed with flying colors. Everyone had a blast!!

Please find the School Newsletter below as we get ready for our last full week of the school year! Enjoy your weekend Gators!

The Ocean Gate PTO will be holding their June meeting tonight, Thursday, June 5th at 6:30 pm. The meeting will take place in the library of the school. If you are unable to make the meeting in person, please join us virtually at: Ocean Gate PTO Meeting- June 5th, 2025 Thursday, June 5 · 6:30 – 7:30pm Google Meet joining info https://meet.google.com/hwn-kqdx-byo

Our PreSchoolers got some help from the 5th Graders as it was time to let the butterflies go!!!

Thank you to Mr. Dondero and the Music Department here at Ocean Gate for a fantastic Spring Concert last week!

June is here! Please find the Principal Newsletter attached for the week of June 2nd. Enjoy your weekend Gators!

We were able to get our Field Day in today at the OG and a great time was had by all. From Islands in the gym to hippity hops, and capture the flag, it was a blast for our kids. Thank you to Mr. Amalfa and Ms. Legendre for all your hard work and also to Mr. Bud for getting the field ready. Way to go Gators!!

Ocean Gate Families, today is the absolute last day to order a yearbook for your child- Please see the Newsletter for the QR code to place an order! Early Dismissal today and No School on Monday in observance of Memorial Day. Have a great weekend!

Field Day Postponed- In light of the recent rain and the chilly forecast for this evening and early tomorrow, we have made the decision to postpone our Field Day activities tomorrow and reschedule them on Thursday, May 29th. Thank you for your understanding!

Parents, We just wanted to make you aware of two weather related items. The Statue of Liberty trip with our 6th Graders has been postponed from tomorrow the 22nd of May until Monday, June 2nd. Ms. Flesch will reach out to those parents in 6th grade with any additional information. We will also make a decision regarding the status of our Field Day this upcoming Friday, the 23rd by 12 pm tomorrow and will share that information with you. The forecast has continue to change so we will make the call then if we need to postpone and will provide a rain date at that point as well. Everyone please hope for sun!

Please see the attached letter for Field Day 2025 which will take place next Friday, May 23rd (early dismissal- 12:50).

The Ocean Gate Veterans Association wanted to make everyone aware that there is going to be a Memorial Day Ceremony at 1 pm in town on Monday, May 26th. The school is closed but students are welcome to join and bring a flower in honor of those that have made the ultimate sacrifice. The service will be held at Veterans Memorial Park.

Please take a look at this summer camp opportunity from the Central Regional Football Program!

The 6th Graders got a chance to sit in on our Town Council Meeting this afternoon to see how local government works. Thank you for the invite Mayor Curtin!

Calling all new incoming 2025-2026 Kindergarteners! Registration will be held on June 4, 2025! Students currently attending Ocean Gate Elementary do NOT need to register for the upcoming year. To schedule your registration appointment or ask any questions, please call 732-269-3023. We look forward to seeing you!

Principal's Newsletter 5/12/25

Thank you to our amazing PTO who have taken such good care of our "rockstar" teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week. Today was a lovely brunch set up by Ms. Collins and Ms. DePalma!! We thank you!!