📸 Picture Day is Coming to Oskaloosa Middle School! Get ready to smile!
Picture Day is scheduled for September 17, 2026 (Retake Day: October 15, 2026).
🔑 Event Code: FE206826
⚠️ Important Reminder: Please do NOT wear green!
A green screen background will be used so you can choose your favorite custom backdrop when ordering. Wearing green clothing will cause your outfit to blend into the background and disappear!
After Picture Day, you can preview, customize, and order your photo packages online at jostenspix.com/shop.
Picture Day is scheduled for September 17, 2026 (Retake Day: October 15, 2026).
🔑 Event Code: FE206826
⚠️ Important Reminder: Please do NOT wear green!
A green screen background will be used so you can choose your favorite custom backdrop when ordering. Wearing green clothing will cause your outfit to blend into the background and disappear!
After Picture Day, you can preview, customize, and order your photo packages online at jostenspix.com/shop.
A School Divided: Cy-Hawk Game Day!
The big rivalry game is finally here! Yesterday, our halls were filled with gold, black, and cardinal as students and staff took sides for Iowa vs. Iowa State. Whether you're cheering on the Hawkeyes or backing the Cyclones, it was awesome seeing so much school spirit on display.
Drop a comment below to let us know who you're rooting for today! 👇
#CyHawk #IowaVsIowaState #SchoolSpirit #GameDay #ASchoolDivided
The big rivalry game is finally here! Yesterday, our halls were filled with gold, black, and cardinal as students and staff took sides for Iowa vs. Iowa State. Whether you're cheering on the Hawkeyes or backing the Cyclones, it was awesome seeing so much school spirit on display.
Drop a comment below to let us know who you're rooting for today! 👇
#CyHawk #IowaVsIowaState #SchoolSpirit #GameDay #ASchoolDivided
Dear Oskaloosa Families,
At Oskaloosa Middle School, we are dedicated to fostering strong academic habits while supporting the overall well-being and home routines of our students. Through our 1:1 device program, students across the district use Chromebooks daily to engage in learning both inside the classroom and at home.
We recognize that managing evening screen time and maintaining healthy sleep routines can be a challenge. To help families balance schoolwork and family time, the district is exploring the option of an evening "curfew" on student Chromebooks.
Your input as OMS families is essential to this decision. Please take one minute to share your thoughts by answering two quick questions:
CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE CHROMEBOOK SURVEY: https://forms.gle/yVDaNoUrHzxjPqKz9
The survey will remain open through September 21st. Thank you for your partnership in supporting student well-being and academic success. Go Indians!
At Oskaloosa Middle School, we are dedicated to fostering strong academic habits while supporting the overall well-being and home routines of our students. Through our 1:1 device program, students across the district use Chromebooks daily to engage in learning both inside the classroom and at home.
We recognize that managing evening screen time and maintaining healthy sleep routines can be a challenge. To help families balance schoolwork and family time, the district is exploring the option of an evening "curfew" on student Chromebooks.
Your input as OMS families is essential to this decision. Please take one minute to share your thoughts by answering two quick questions:
CLICK HERE TO TAKE THE CHROMEBOOK SURVEY: https://forms.gle/yVDaNoUrHzxjPqKz9
The survey will remain open through September 21st. Thank you for your partnership in supporting student well-being and academic success. Go Indians!
Big congratulations to our Game Week raffle winners, Bain P. (6th Grade) and Sarah G. (7th Grade), just in time for this week's big game!
Both students entered the drawing during lunch this week using their hard-earned Caught-Ya Tickets, which are awarded for demonstrating positive behavior around school. Way to lead by example and set a great standard for your peers!
A huge thank you to Mahaska Drug for their continued partnership and generosity. Support from local partners like you helps us keep our positive behavior incentives going strong!
Both students entered the drawing during lunch this week using their hard-earned Caught-Ya Tickets, which are awarded for demonstrating positive behavior around school. Way to lead by example and set a great standard for your peers!
A huge thank you to Mahaska Drug for their continued partnership and generosity. Support from local partners like you helps us keep our positive behavior incentives going strong!
Please join us in celebrating this week’s Students of the Week at Oskaloosa Middle School! 👏🎉
This Week’s Honorees:
6th Grade: Beckett P.
7th Grade: Liam B.
8th Grade: Quinn G.
We are so proud of these outstanding student for showing up every single day ready to love, empower, and inspire those around them to embrace the power of learning.
Thank you for making OMS a better place each day! Drop a comment below to help us congratulate them! 👇💬
#OskyMiddleSchool #OskyPride #StudentsOfTheWeek #LoveEmpowerInspire #EmbraceThePowerOfLearning
Safety first! 🚲 🛴 SRO Jenna caught Zavyr and Bennett making great choices by wearing their helmets while riding their bike and scooter to school today. Way to lead by example and prioritize safety, boys!
#OMSSafetyFirst #HelmetSafety #StudentLeaders #OMSPride
#OMSSafetyFirst #HelmetSafety #StudentLeaders #OMSPride
What an incredible start to the school year! Week one proved just how ready, creative, and enthusiastic our students are for everything ahead. We're off to a fantastic start and setting the tone for an amazing year! 🎒👏 #OffToAGreatStart #ProudSchool #LearningInAction
From Day 1, students at Oskaloosa Middle School are diving straight into engaged and transferable learning! In our Art, Design, and Media Production, students are building real-world skills in creative thinking, communication, and production from the ground up.
What an incredible year it has been! We are absolutely thrilled to announce our final three Positive Office Referrals of the school year, for May 2026. These students went above and beyond to demonstrate kindness, leadership, and hard work, perfectly wrapping up an amazing year of community spirit.
Please join us in celebrating these fantastic individuals who finished the year strong!
🌟 Celebrating a Milestone Year
These final three recognition's bring our grand total to an astounding 102 Positive Office Referrals this year!
We could not be prouder of the culture of kindness and excellence our students have built day by day. Thank you to our incredible staff for recognizing these moments, and to our students for being absolute rockstars.
Have a wonderful, safe summer, everyone—keep shining! ☀️😎
Please join us in celebrating these fantastic individuals who finished the year strong!
🌟 Celebrating a Milestone Year
These final three recognition's bring our grand total to an astounding 102 Positive Office Referrals this year!
We could not be prouder of the culture of kindness and excellence our students have built day by day. Thank you to our incredible staff for recognizing these moments, and to our students for being absolute rockstars.
Have a wonderful, safe summer, everyone—keep shining! ☀️😎
Join us in celebrating this year's final OMS Student of the Week!
McKenna. has shown outstanding character, hard work, and leadership, setting a positive example for her classmates. We’re proud to recognize her efforts and celebrate the difference she is making in our school community.
Way to go, McKenna — keep up the great work!
McKenna. has shown outstanding character, hard work, and leadership, setting a positive example for her classmates. We’re proud to recognize her efforts and celebrate the difference she is making in our school community.
Way to go, McKenna — keep up the great work!
Join us in celebrating this week's OMS Student of the Week!
Lily R. has shown outstanding character, hard work, and leadership, setting a positive example for her classmates. We’re proud to recognize her efforts and celebrate the difference she is making in our school community.
Way to go, Lily — keep up the great work!
Lily R. has shown outstanding character, hard work, and leadership, setting a positive example for her classmates. We’re proud to recognize her efforts and celebrate the difference she is making in our school community.
Way to go, Lily — keep up the great work!
Seeing double... and triple... and quadruple! 👯♀️✨
Swipe through to see all of our amazing Teacher Twins for Dress Like a Teacher Day! From the matching jerseys and hair styles, all the way down to the lanyards and Osky quarter zips, these kids absolutely understood the assignment. Don't they say imitation is the highest form of flattery?
Our new office space at Oskaloosa Middle School is officially complete, and it features a finishing touch that means more to our school community than words can fully express.
We are incredibly honored and deeply moved to share that the family of former Oskaloosa student, Jordan Wayne, has generously donated a breathtaking collection of his Oskaloosa, Mahaska County, and Iowa-themed art prints to beautify our OMS office area.
Jordan (OHS Class of 2015) was a truly exceptional individual. Despite the many daily challenges of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, he pursued his life goals with a fierce, quiet determination and a brilliant mind. After graduating from Osky with honors, his academic excellence earned him a full scholarship to Grand View University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design in 2019. From interning at a top architecture firm to launching his own small business, Jordan Wayne Designs, his passion for creativity knew no bounds. He became a beloved featured artist for the Oskaloosa Art Center and Studios, capturing the beauty of the community he loved so much.
Those who knew Jordan remember him as a private, smart, and deeply thoughtful person. He carried himself with a beautiful, humble pride, quietly sharing his extraordinary artistic gifts with the community while maintaining a clever sense of humor and a contagious, optimistic outlook on life. He was, and remains, a true inspiration.
Now, his stunning artwork graces our walls, serving as a daily reminder to our students, staff, and visitors of what it means to persevere with grace and passion.
We extend our deepest, most heartfelt gratitude to Jordan’s parents, John and Michelle Wayne, and his sister Natalie, for gifting us these incredible pieces in his memory and honor. We are so incredibly proud to hold a piece of Jordan's lasting legacy right here at OMS.
You can read Jordan’s full artist bio in our Admin office hallway near his first print, or learn more about his incredible journey and achievements on the FACE of Mahaska County Art website.
https://faceofmahaska.com/coop-gallery/
We are incredibly honored and deeply moved to share that the family of former Oskaloosa student, Jordan Wayne, has generously donated a breathtaking collection of his Oskaloosa, Mahaska County, and Iowa-themed art prints to beautify our OMS office area.
Jordan (OHS Class of 2015) was a truly exceptional individual. Despite the many daily challenges of Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, he pursued his life goals with a fierce, quiet determination and a brilliant mind. After graduating from Osky with honors, his academic excellence earned him a full scholarship to Grand View University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design in 2019. From interning at a top architecture firm to launching his own small business, Jordan Wayne Designs, his passion for creativity knew no bounds. He became a beloved featured artist for the Oskaloosa Art Center and Studios, capturing the beauty of the community he loved so much.
Those who knew Jordan remember him as a private, smart, and deeply thoughtful person. He carried himself with a beautiful, humble pride, quietly sharing his extraordinary artistic gifts with the community while maintaining a clever sense of humor and a contagious, optimistic outlook on life. He was, and remains, a true inspiration.
Now, his stunning artwork graces our walls, serving as a daily reminder to our students, staff, and visitors of what it means to persevere with grace and passion.
We extend our deepest, most heartfelt gratitude to Jordan’s parents, John and Michelle Wayne, and his sister Natalie, for gifting us these incredible pieces in his memory and honor. We are so incredibly proud to hold a piece of Jordan's lasting legacy right here at OMS.
You can read Jordan’s full artist bio in our Admin office hallway near his first print, or learn more about his incredible journey and achievements on the FACE of Mahaska County Art website.
https://faceofmahaska.com/coop-gallery/
Join us in celebrating this week's OMS Student of the Week!
Bennett F. has shown outstanding character, hard work, and leadership, setting a positive example for his classmates. We’re proud to recognize his efforts and celebrate the difference he is making in our school community.
Way to go, Bennett — keep up the great work!
Bennett F. has shown outstanding character, hard work, and leadership, setting a positive example for his classmates. We’re proud to recognize his efforts and celebrate the difference he is making in our school community.
Way to go, Bennett — keep up the great work!
🏖️ OMS Countdown to Summer: Dress-Up Week! 🏖️
Oskaloosa Middle School, it’s time to celebrate the home stretch! We are counting down the final days to summer break with a full week of themed dress-up days from May 18 – 22.
Oskaloosa Middle School, it’s time to celebrate the home stretch! We are counting down the final days to summer break with a full week of themed dress-up days from May 18 – 22.
🎶 What a night of music! 🎶
Huge congratulations to our 7th and 8th Grade Choir students on an incredible performance last Friday! From the first note to the final bow, these talented singers showed so much growth and heart.
This performance felt extra special as it’s our first year with year-long choir access for all students. Having that consistent time together in the classroom has truly taken their harmony and confidence to the next level!
A massive thank you to Mrs. Hemann for her leadership and dedication. Her passion for music and for these students shines through in every piece. We also want to extend a very special thank you to Mrs. Beth Brostrom for her beautiful piano accompaniment. Your talent adds so much to our sound, and we are so grateful for your support! 🎹✨
Huge congratulations to our 7th and 8th Grade Choir students on an incredible performance last Friday! From the first note to the final bow, these talented singers showed so much growth and heart.
This performance felt extra special as it’s our first year with year-long choir access for all students. Having that consistent time together in the classroom has truly taken their harmony and confidence to the next level!
A massive thank you to Mrs. Hemann for her leadership and dedication. Her passion for music and for these students shines through in every piece. We also want to extend a very special thank you to Mrs. Beth Brostrom for her beautiful piano accompaniment. Your talent adds so much to our sound, and we are so grateful for your support! 🎹✨
Join us in celebrating this week's OMS Students of the Week!
Dylan and Victoria have shown outstanding character, hard work, and leadership, setting a positive example for their classmates. We’re proud to recognize their efforts and celebrate the difference they are making in our school community.
Way to go, Dylan and Victoria — keep up the great work!
Dylan and Victoria have shown outstanding character, hard work, and leadership, setting a positive example for their classmates. We’re proud to recognize their efforts and celebrate the difference they are making in our school community.
Way to go, Dylan and Victoria — keep up the great work!
A massive shout-out to our 8th-grade parents for hosting a fantastic breakfast for our staff this morning! We appreciate your kindness and the effort you put into making #TeacherAppreciationWeek special. Shout-out as well to Hy-Vee for the catering and for being such a reliable community partner.
Here are our Positive Office Referrals for April 2026 at OMS. Congratulations, students! 🎉
Positive Office Referrals are one of the many ways we recognize students to promote and maintain a positive culture of learning.
Keep up the great work, and keep setting a positive example! 🌟
Positive Office Referrals are one of the many ways we recognize students to promote and maintain a positive culture of learning.
Keep up the great work, and keep setting a positive example! 🌟
Join us in celebrating this week's OMS Student of the Week!
Lucy C. has shown outstanding character, hard work, and leadership, setting a positive example for her classmates. We’re proud to recognize her efforts and celebrate the difference she's making in our school community.
Way to go, Lucy — keep up the great work!
Lucy C. has shown outstanding character, hard work, and leadership, setting a positive example for her classmates. We’re proud to recognize her efforts and celebrate the difference she's making in our school community.
Way to go, Lucy — keep up the great work!
