Snowflake Ball Winter Dance
Step into a winter wonderland at our annual Snowflake Ball! This is the only school dance of the year and one of our most anticipated OPES events. Join us for an afternoon of music, dancing, and snowy fun in a festive winter setting.
✨ DRESS CODE (Optional)
Winter Sparkle Encouraged
Think blues, silvers, whites, icy tones, and sparkle. Students may dress up or dress comfortably — participation is completely optional.
🎶 WHAT TO EXPECT
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DJ and dancing
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Balloon photo opportunity
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Winter-themed decorations
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Fun surprises and more
🎟️ TICKETS
Ticket sales open Friday, January 16 at 9:00 AM
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$5 per student
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$20 maximum per family
Due to system limitations, families with more than 4 children may see a total over $20 at checkout. Any amount over $20 will be automatically refunded by the PTO. -
Parents/guardians are free
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Tickets must be purchased online
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No cash or Venmo accepted at the door
⚠️ IMPORTANT: Parents/guardians must be logged into their PTO account before purchasing tickets. Please ensure your account is active and student information is current prior to checkout.
🎓 Scholarships are available.
Please email opespto@gmail.com for assistance.
🚨 IMPORTANT CHAPERONE & ENTRY POLICIES (STRICTLY ENFORCED)
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Each student must be accompanied by their own legal parent or guardian (18+)
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Parents/guardians may chaperone ONLY their own child(ren)
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No siblings or non-OPES students
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At least one parent or guardian per family is required for entry
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Families who do not meet these requirements will not be admitted
🚫 FOOD & BEVERAGE POLICY
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No outside food or drinks permitted
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No alcohol of any kind allowed on school grounds
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Outside beverages (including YETIs, tumblers, or similar containers) are not permitted
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Prohibited items must be discarded at entry or returned to your vehicle
🤍 VOLUNTEERS
Additional information regarding volunteer needs and adult chaperones will be shared if required.
We look forward to celebrating winter with our OPES families at this year’s Snowflake Ball! ❄️✨
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K–2nd Grade: 2:00–4:00 PM
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3rd–5th Grade: 3:00–5:00 PM
📝 Calendar Description (Paste This)
Step into a winter wonderland at our annual Snowflake Ball, hosted by the OPES PTO! This is the only school dance of the year and one of our most anticipated events.
Dress Code (Optional):
Winter Sparkle encouraged — blues, silvers, whites, icy tones, and sparkle. Students may dress up or dress comfortably.
Tickets:
$5 per student
$20 maximum per family
Parents/guardians are free
Tickets must be purchased online.
Due to system limitations, families with more than 4 children may see a total over $20 at checkout. Any amount over $20 will be automatically refunded by the PTO.
⚠️ IMPORTANT POLICIES (Strictly Enforced):
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Each student must be accompanied by their own legal parent or guardian (18+)
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Parents/guardians may chaperone only their own child(ren)
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No siblings or non-OPES students
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No outside food or drinks (including cups or bottles)
Parents must be logged into their PTO account before purchasing tickets and ensure student information is current.
🎓 Scholarships are available.
Please email opespto@gmail.com for assistance.
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PTO Meetings & Events
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August 15 - Back to School Meeting
- 9:30 a.m. @ Baxter Village Hall
- all welcome
November 7 - General Meeting + Fun Run Open Call
- 9:30 - 10:30 a.m. @ Baxter Village Hall
- all welcome
March 2 - 16 - PTO Board Nominations
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March 13 - General Meeting + Board Leadership Info Session
- 9:30 a.m. @ Baxter Village Hall
- all welcome
March 24 - PTO Board Election Results
- results will be posted on all PTO platforms.
May 8 - End of School Meeting
- 9:30 a.m. @ Baxter Village Hall
- all welcome
2025-2026 Family Events
July 17 - PTO Table at K Welcome Event
- 4 to 5 p.m. @ OPES K Playground
August 14 - August Spirit Night
- 3-9PM @ TCBY Baxter
- a portion of all sales go to OPES
- mention OPES when checking out
September 19 - Dads & Caretakers Party x September Spirit Night
Par-tee With Opie
- 4-8PM @ Mr. Putty's Fun Park
- a portion of all sales go to OPES
- show coupon when checking out
September 25 - October 3 - Boosterthon Week - Fun & Color Run
- parent volunteers will be needed (Click Here for Signup Genius!)
- parents welcome to attend Fun Run (information will be sent home from school)
Sign Up Opens – 9/11
Kickoff at School – 9/25
Fun & Color Run – 10/3
October 21 - October Spirit Night
- 5-9PM @ Phat Burrito
- a portion of all sales go to OPES
- mention OPES when checking out (in-store sales only)
- pick up your Graveyard Scavenger Hunt at Phat Burrito
- Scavenger Hunt takes place at Unity Cemetery
- return completed scavenger hunt to the Fort Mill History Museum by 4:00 PM on October 31
- winner announced Friday, November 1
November 7 - November 28 - OPES Angel Tree × Santa's Helpers
November 7 - November Spirit Night x Charlotte Checkers x Soarin' Sounds
- 7PM @ Bojangles Coliseum
- Soarin’ Sounds will perform
- $22/ticket - $5 from each ticket goes to OPES
December 2 - December Spirit Night
- 11AM-9PM @ Ilios Crafted Greek
- a portion of all sales go to OPES
- mention OPES when checking out
December 5 - Holiday Shoppe - Volunteer Early Shopping
- 2:15 - 3:15 PM @ OPES in Room B112
December 8 - 11 - Holiday Shoppe (Dec 11 - Family Night Party w/ Santa)
- fundraiser for students to buy gifts for family & friends
- Dec 8-11 • During School - Student Shopping by Class- Dec 11 • 5-7 PM - Family Night Party
January 15 - January Spirit Night
- 5PM-7PM @ Adventure Air Sports Rock Hill
- 20% of all sales go to OPES
- mention OPES when checking out
January 16 - OPES Academies Information Session
- 9AM @ Orchard Park Elementary
- school-led overview of OPES Academies & life skills development
- parents & caregivers encouraged to attend
February 7 - Snowflake Ball Winter Dance
- K–2nd Grade: 2:00–4:00 PM | 3rd–5th Grade: 3:00–5:00 PM @ OPES
- Winter Sparkle encouraged (optional) — blues, silvers, whites, icy tones
- Tickets are required; $5 per student, $20 max per family
- Parent/guardian chaperone required for each student
- Scholarships available
February 27 - February Spirit Night
- 5PM-8PM @ Stars & Strikes Rock Hill
- 15% of all sales go to OPES
- Stop by the OPES table and turn in your receipt
- Volunteer Signup: Click Here
March 15 - April 30 - Grad Signs
- Starting at $20 (stakes included)
- Order here: Click Here
March 23 - 27 - Teacher Appreciation Week
- Volunteer sign up: https://rebrand.ly/ys67du4
March 24 - March Spirit Night
- Moe’s Taco Kit Fundraiser
- Pickup: 5:30–6:30 PM @ OPES Parking Lot
- Drive up, give name, & Moe’s will place taco kit in your car
- Order by Monday, March 23 at 4 PM
- Order here:
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- Family Night: April 2 (4:30PM - 6:30PM)
- Volunteer Signup: Click Here
April 1 & 2 - PTO Table at K Registration
April 15 - April Spirit Night
- 5PM-10PM @ Charanda of Fort Mill
- 10% of all sales go to OPES
- Mention "Orchard Park" at check-out
April 25 - The Garden Party & Silent Auction
- 3:00–6:00 PM @ Village Hall, Baxter Village
- Silent auction available online & in person, featuring local and women-owned businesses
- For OPES moms, grandmothers, and caregivers (adults only, 18+)
- Tickets sold separately through the OPES website
- Scholarships available
May 1 - May Spirit Night #1 w/ Charlotte Knights
- 7PM-10PM @ Truist Field
- $5/ticket sales go to OPES
- Buy: Tickets Here
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- date and time TBD
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