We are happy to announce that the GaGa Pit behind OMS is complete! We would like to thank Kelderman Manufacturing, RP Lumber, and TSC for their help in making this great activity and space possible for middle school students!
Recently, the Oskaloosa Middle School Jazz Class, under the direction of Rusty Raymond, competed in the Southeast Iowa Bandmasters Association Jazz Festival in Clear Creek-Amana. They won first place in the middle school category!
The following students were awarded Outstanding Soloist certificates:
➡️ Ezra Bock (trombone)
➡️ Micah VanEe (trombone)
➡️ Lane Smith (piano)
➡️ Ian Rosvold (alto saxophone)
Congratulations to all of the Osky students who competed! 🎶
Earlier this week, OMS 7th graders Ruth Goodrich and Wesley Nelson were honored and recognized as "Students of the Trimester" at the Optimist Club meeting. The meeting provided Principal Scholes and Assistant Principal Gingerich with the opportunity to speak about the accomplishments of both students and thank the Optimist Club for their continued partnership with OMS. Both Ruth and Wesley were able to bring their families and speak about their passions and interests in school and the extracurricular activities they participate in. Congratulations, Ruth and Wesley!
In an effort to recognize World Down Syndrome Day, OMS participated in a Rock Your Socks Day today, providing students with the opportunity to wear a crazy pair of socks! Kudos to OMS 8th grade student Bailey Breuklander, who helped organize the day's event.
Congratulations to this group of Positive Office Referrals for February 2024! These achievements are awarded to students for embodying the core values of our PBIS program: Respect, Responsibility, Safety, and Caring.
Positive Office Referrals are proof of our dedication to creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment. We extend our appreciation to these students for their exceptional behavior and for being role models within our school community.
The OHS Girls Track team joined OMS for Lunch League last week! The high school athletes were able to share their experiences and offer guidance to the younger students, fostering a sense of community and mentorship. The Lunch League also provided an opportunity for the OMS students to learn more about track and each athlete. We hope our OMS students enjoyed connecting with these high schoolers!
Last week, Colt broke the all-time PACER record for 6th grade! He ran 121 laps, which broke the previous record of 119 held by AJ Walker from the 2019-20 school year. Congratulations Colt!
OMS 6th graders joined Officer Nord last week for "Lunches with Logan." 🙌 These students were nominated by their teachers for this special experience! Officer Nord takes time out of his schedule to meet with students that have been doing outstanding work in the classroom to get to know the students and their interests both in and out of the classroom. ❤️
Congratulations to Jacob Mitrisin for running a PACER of 123 laps! This ties him for 12th on the All-Time PACER leaderboard for 8th grade.
🎪🔬 Yesterday, OMS 6th graders participated in a Chemistry Carnival as they explored the world of chemistry through a fun-filled experience! From cotton candy to popcorn to hot dogs, students indulged in typical carnival foods while unraveling the mystery behind chemical and physical changes. It was a fund day of hands-on learning!
Last Thursday, OMS hosted a Career Fair event for its students in order to generate interest and excitement around various career possibilities. Over 35 different organizations and agencies were present at the Career Fair, providing our students with a multitude of careers to explore and learn more about. A special thank you to OMS counselor Laura Brummel for all of her leadership and organization in planning this event for our students. Also, a special thank you to all of our local businesses and organizations for taking time out of their busy schedules to spend time with our students and invest in their futures.
Before Career Day, OMS kicked off the day with a motivating guest speaker, Desi Payne, on resiliency at the George Daily Auditorium. The assembly was interactive and engaging for the students. Students also wrote thank you emails to our generous professionals who volunteered their time!
Last night, members of the seventh and eighth grade middle school choir, under the direction of Choir Director Christopher Ellerston, performed a magnificent show at the George Daily Auditorium in front of a crowded audience. Their act was followed by performances by the high school concert and chamber choirs. The middle school choir has worked very hard for last night’s show, improving their craft with every passing day, leading up to last night’s show!
📺 Watch the concert here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=gRNw6wJJ0W0
🎶 View the choir notes: https://sites.google.com/oskycsd.org/omsconcertnotes/february-2024
OMS will be hosting a Career Fair this week on Thursday, February 22! Students will have an assembly about resilience and meet various professionals to learn about their career paths! All 7th and 8th grade students will have the opportunity to listen to a professional present on their career.
The OHS Girls and Boys Track Teams will be hosting a FREE Track & Field Camp for OMS students and athletes in 7th and 8th grade!
📆 March 4th, 6th & 8th
🕒 3:30 to 4:30 pm
📍 Old Community Stadium or Middle School (depends on weather conditions)
The goals for the camp are to make connections, teach techniques, and give OMS coaches and athletes a step ahead of the competition. We need your help to make this a fun and engaging camp.
Coaches Luck and Sterner are looking forward to bringing high school athletes to help teach and reinforce! #ALLIN #OskyBuildsLeaders
🏀 OMS students were joined by the William Penn Basketball team for lunch this week, and it was a slam dunk of an experience! Big thanks to the players and coaching staff for taking the time to connect with our students. It's moments like these that highlight the sense of community and camaraderie at Oskaloosa. Good luck to the Statesmen the rest of the regular season! 🏀
The OMS Peer Physical Education Class went #ALLIN and took part in the Heart Day of Caring at William Penn on Wednesday, February 14th. Students had the opportunity to participate in various sports activities. It was a great day to be awesome! #OskyBuildsLeaders
📣 Calling Oskaloosa 8th grade students and families! 📣 Join us on March 5th for an evening filled with exploration and discovery.
Discover the wide array of co-curricular activities and clubs available to students, from sports teams to academic clubs, fine arts programs, and everything in between! 🎨⚽️📚 This is your chance to meet coaches, advisors, and fellow students, and find the perfect fit for your interests and talents.
Whether you're passionate about sports, academics, the arts, or community service, there's something for everyone at Oskaloosa! Mark your calendars; we can't wait to see you there!
Help us celebrate the first group of Positive Office Referrals for 2024! These achievements are awarded to students for embodying the core values of our PBIS program: Respect, Responsibility, Safety, and Caring.
Positive Office Referrals are proof of our dedication to creating a supportive and encouraging learning environment. We extend our appreciation to these students for their exceptional behavior and for being role models within our school community. Keep up the fantastic work!
Yesterday, the OMS sixth grade class attended an Iowa Wolves basketball game at Wells Fargo Arena in Des Moines. Students enjoyed socializing with each other, learning more about the game of basketball, and spending quality time with their teachers outside of the classroom, fostering continued positive relationships with each other.
Last week, Osky students competed in a MathCounts competition at William Penn. The seven Osky students that participated were Iwan Buchanan, Landon Herd, Jackson Lahner, Ava McDonald, Marshall Overturf, Dylan Pierson, and Ian Rosvold. Ian, Dylan, and Landon all placed in the top ten. Dylan placed third overall, and Ian placed second. Those two will continue on to the state competition! Dylan Pierson, Ian Rosvold, Landon Herd, and Marshall Overturf placed second in the team competition. Please help us congratulate these students on a job well done!
