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Middle School News
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
During the visit to Washington, DC, four OMS students held the honor of placing the wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Congratulations to Olivia A, Nate N, Krystal P, and Kyle R. View a video of the ceremony here. Also available on YouTube.
IMPORTANT DATES
- Wed, 5/22-Fri, 5/24 6th Grade Outdoor Ed
- Thu, 5/23 - PTO Market Day 5-6 pm OMS Cafeteria
- Mon, 5/27 - Memorial Day – NO SCHOOL
- Wed, 5/29 - Gr 5 Academic Awards 8:00 / 6th Grade Awards 9:00
- Wed, 5/29 - Gr 5 Field Day @ OHS Stadium 9:00
- Wed, 5/29 - Gr 7 Trip to Columbus
- Thu
Camp NEOSA 2013
6-Day residential camp for children ages 6-10, August 2nd -7th 2013. All applications must be completed by July 19, 2013 along with physical forms. Download this flyer. For further info, please contact 330-683-3138.
Back-to-School Supplies
If you reside in Orrville, Dalton, Kidron, N. Lawrence, Marshallville or Smithville, please come to The Salvation Army to register. Sign-ups: May 1-August 5, 2013
MAKE A DIFFERENCE!
OMS is pleased to support Lion's Club's compassionate outreach. Please bring in gently used eye glasses or hearing aids which are no longer needed to share with others. There is a collection box in the main office.
OMS APRIL / MAY NEWS!
Principals’ Message: It is hard to believe how fast the school year has gone! The middle school is a busy place as we are getting ready for the Ohio Achievement Assessments. Our students have been working very hard and we appreciate all of the parental and community support!
8th Grade Farewell Dance
8th Grade Farewell Dance will be Friday, May 17th from 7-9 pm. Details to follow.
Positive Behavior Earns Prizes!
Orrville Middle School is implementing a new building wide positive incentive program based on our core values of respectfulness and responsibility. In this program, each student will start the nine weeks with 10 tickets. For each disciplinary consequence the student will lose a specific amount of tickets. Please refer to the ticket chart below for a breakdown.
PARENTS: GRADES 7 & 8 CLASS TRIPS
Parents: Please download these important letters regarding our Grade 7 and Grade 8 Class Trips in the spring!
NEWS FROM NURSE DAWN
All students entering 7th grade in 2012 must have the Tdap (tetanus-diphtheria-pertussis) booster vaccine prior to entry. A Tdap is given in order to prevent pertussis (whooping cough). When your child receives this immunization, please send a copy of the shot record to OMS. Until May 31st, it can also be faxed to OMS at 330-682-2743.
Orrville City Schools named 2013 Ohio District of Character & National School of Character Finalist
The Orrville City Schools have been selected as a 2013 Ohio District of Character for its quality implementation of a character education program and developing those traits in young people. This state designation afforded the school district the privilege of being considered for a National District of Character award. After initial considerat
Kindergarten Registration and Screening
Registration and screening for youngsters who will be starting school in the Orrville City Schools 2013/2014 kindergarten class will be held in May. Students must be five years of age before August 1, 2013, in order to qualify for kindergarten enrollment.
Ohio Alerts
We have subscribed to a free text/email service for schools, Ohio Alerts. If you subscribe, you can receive an email or text message from the school when school is delayed, cancelled, etc…. Please see the following directions to subscribe: Ohio Alerts' Directions
Two-Hour Delay Policy for 2012-2013
The two-hour delay will be in effect for the 2012-2013 school year in the case of inclement weather. Please read following for additional information. Two Hour Delay Policy