OMSD Annual Parent Conference

Excitement, gratitude, and harmony are some words shared by parents to describe the atmosphere at the 2012-2013 Ontario-Montclair School District Annual Parent Conference. Over 400 parents, dignitaries, and community partners gathered at the Ontario Convention Center to celebrate “Embracing Our Community, Our Children, Our Commitment”.

The focus was on fostering parent involvement and growing a community of learners and leaders. The intent was to promote both the professional learning community and the family learning community practice, reciprocating the benefits of collaboration to support our students’ achievements. Additional highlights of the event included community vendors providing educational, health and recreational resources, numerous breakout sessions providing capacity building and learning opportunities, and a luncheon showcasing student performances.

The district continues to build positive relationships with families and community partners to support our mission of producing students with a world class education and empowers its stakeholders to cultivate partnerships prepared to thrive in the 21st Century.

Master violinist and renowned string teacher, Professor Christine Lee of Cal Poly Pomona conducted 100 OMSD string students in the annual Stringfest at Chaffey High School's Gardiner Spring auditorium, on February 13.

The fierce tactical and mental competition started with pool play and culminated into the final four: Charles Bui – Edison; Sonni Montanez – Serrano; Wes Alameda – Moreno; Aaron Apodaca – Edison.

After some tough matches, Wes Alameda was awarded the 2013 championship trophy.

All students demonstrated great skill and sportsmanship and were well supported by their families, friends, and staff. Not only did everyone have fun, but by teaching our students the game of chess they now share a unique bond with other well known players of the game: Bill Gates, Paul Allen, Madonna, John Lennon, Bono, Will Smith, Ben Affleck, Albert Einstein, Edgar Allen Poe, Kobe Bryant, Larry Bird, George Washington, Napoleon Bonaparte, Theodore Roosevelt, Isaac Newton, and Christopher Columbus.

The Ontario-Montclair School District will continue to promote the importance of fostering a commitment to our children through partnerships between the school district, families, and the community.