Thursday January 8 2026
B Day
Day 3
Jan 13th and 15th - we will be utilizing our TESTING bell schedule both days to accommodate our iReady testing. 2025-2026 Bell Schedules
Save the Date: The YMCA will be hosting a TEEN NIGHT Valentine’s Dance on February 6th from 6-9 pm. Cost is $10 a ticket. This is a semi-formal dance event with food, games, and an open dance floor!
4th - 12th graders (and parent/guardian) interested in the Oskaloosa Clay Target Team are invited to an informational meeting January 18th at 2pm at the Mahaska County Izaak Walton League at 2357 Pilgrim Path just east of Oskaloosa. Check out their flyer in the district’s virtual backpack or follow their facebook page: Oskaloosa Clay Target Team. Per Head Coach Larry Gay 641-295-0331.
NO Clubs now through the entire month of January! Book Club will still meet on Friday’s with Mrs. Bock, in the media center.
Students: The local Oskaloosa Optimist Club is having two different contests: an Essay Contest and an Oratorical Contest. Complete rules and more information can be found online in the virtual backpack on the school district’s website, or pick up a flyer that can be found on the office window ledge in the commons. There are 2 different forms - be sure to grab the right one - or both! Deadline for submission to our local Optimist Club (RD Keep) is January 31st. If you have questions about the forms - stop by the office and chat with D’Arcy.
Commons vending machines: new information that has been shared with us is that our vending machines have to be in the OFF position ½ hour before and ½ hour after school begins and ends. This means BOTH machines will NOT be working between 7:30 AM and 4pm daily. Plan accordingly with your morning and after school snacks!
Check out the district’s APP and website and look for the VIRTUAL BACKPACK! It’s filled with camp information for all ages, all year long and is a great resource for our district families 24/7.
Cell phone policy: Hey Oskaloosa Middle School students, This year, the Iowa Legislature passed a new law (HF 782) that changes how personal devices can be used during the school day at every school in the state of Iowa.Here’s the bottom line:
No personal devices (phones, smartwatches, earbuds) during class time, passing time, or lunch.
You CAN use your Chromebook for schoolwork.
If a device is seen or heard, it will be taken to the office.
Put devices away, turned off, in locker during the school day.
We want everyone to start strong, so check out the full policy and FAQ:
View the full policy & FAQ: https://bit.ly/IowaHF782
Be ready for the school year. Sincerely, Oskaloosa Leadership Team
Today’s lunch: Turkey hot dog with vegetarian baked beans and french fries
Plus there’s always pizza, Grill items, taco Bar, and On The Go foods with fresh fruits, vegetables and milk each day!
Coming up:
Today:
Fri Jan 9:
Sat Jan 10: OMS/OHS SEIBA District Auditions at Fairfield 8-2
Jan 13th: Running our iReady Bell Schedule today
Jan 14: 2:30 dismissal for teacher professional development
Jan 15: Running our iReady Bell Schedule today
Jan 18: Oskaloosa Clay Team - Meeting at 2pm at Izaak Walton League for those interested in learning more about this sport - parents encouraged to attend.
Jan 19: 8th BB B at Pella Chr, bus ___
Jan 19: 7th B BB home with Pella Chr
Jan 19: No School
Jan 20: 8th B BB home with Knoxville
Jan 20: 7th B BB at Knoxville, bus __
Jan 21: 2:30 dismissal for teacher professional development
Jan 22: 8th B BB home with Newton
Jan 22: 7th B BB at Newton Berg MS, bus ___
Jan 23: 8th B Bb at DSM Christian at 4:00, 4:45 and 5:30, bus ___
Jan 23: 7th B BB home with DSM Christian at 4:30, 5:15 and 6:00
Remember OMS Students, our mission at Oskaloosa Schools is to engage all students to embrace the power of learning and our purpose is to love, empower, and inspire others. Please do your part in honoring our mission and purpose each day.
Be sure to check the school district’s ACTIVITIES and ATHLETICS page on the website (www.oskyschools.org) , for the most accurate information. The APP also has calendar information - check it out too!
Previous Daily Announcements Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9Km0DUG-byR8wmC9OXwdvg
Make it a great day or not Oskaloosa Middle School; the “Choice” is truly yours!
At this time, I invite you to please join your teacher in reciting The Pledge of Allegiance.