Our Team 7/8 students went #ALLIN to celebrate their amazing science teacher, Mrs. Nannenga, as she gets ready to welcome her baby boy! š¶
From a heartfelt poster to creatively decorated diapers, the love and excitement were everywhereākeeping Mrs. Nannenga smiling all day! š
Parent-Teacher Conferences are coming up, and we look forward to connecting with families! Teachers will be available to meet with parents and guardians. In addition, special events will take place on both nights.
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February was filled with kindness, hard work, and leadership at OMS! š
Weāre excited to recognize these students for earning Positive Office Referrals and contributing to our school's positive culture.
PLUS, weāve officially reached 100 referrals for the 2024-25 school year! Keep up the great work! šÆš
OMS students from Team 7 enjoyed sharing conversation with Officer Nord during Lunches with Logan! š
Yesterday, our 6th-grade students dove into an exciting Science and Reading Carnival! They explored chemical and physical changes, made meaningful reading connections, and observed science in action. Hands-on learning brought both science and literature to life, making for an unforgettable day of discovery! šš
Thank you to 6th grade parents, Hy-Vee, and Mahaska Drug for their donations and also to our wonderful parent volunteers! None of this could have been possible without you! ā¤ļø
Oskaloosa Middle School Fun Night will be Thursday, March 20, from 5:30-7:00pm!
The entry fee is $2 or 2 non-perishable food items, and OMS students will be required to show their student IDs.
Activities will include escape room, dodgeball tournament, bingo, gaga ball, pop walk, concessions, and more!
We hope to see you there! Ā
Team 8 students had a blast exploring future career opportunities at the 2025 Career Fair! From hands-on experiences to inspiring conversations with professionals, they gained valuable insights into the many paths ahead. Itās never too early to start dreaming big! š
Jolie Sisul moves up to tie for 6th place in the 6th Grade Girls PACER! Congratulations, Jolie! š
Last week, our OMS Counseling Department brought some extra love (and maybe slobber) to Oskaloosa Middle School with a "Smooch the Pooch" stand. Who needs Cupid when you have a four-legged Valentine? š¾ā¤ļø
Our 7th-grade students took their math skills to the next level by diving into percentages and real-life financesāall while building their dream gingerbread homes! š
Students had to stick to a budget, factor in realtor commissions, apply markups for profit, and even account for taxes and closing costsābecause buying (or selling) a home isnāt just gumdrops and frosting! š
To top it all off, Building 6-8 voted on their favorite house! Check out these sweet (literally!) masterpieces! š
This morningās sunrise over Oskaloosa Middle School was the perfect way to start Valentineās Day! A beautiful reminder to spread kindness, gratitude, and love today and every day. āļøā¤ļø
Oskaloosa Middle School students and staff are hard at work creating this yearās yearbook! Donāt miss outāorder yours by March 1, 2025, to guarantee your copy for just $13.
A limited number of yearbooks will be available at the end of the year for $15 on a first-come, first-served basis. Secure your 2024-2025 yearbook today at www.jostens.com or call 1-877-767-5217! šø
Last week, Shawn Garrison from Details Executive Cleaning distributed 175 pocket Constitutions to the 8th grade class at OMS. He shared an important fact: while the average constitution lasts 17 years, ours has stood strong for over 250 years! šŗšø
With their own copies in hand, these students now have the opportunity to learn about their rights firsthand. Thank you to the Brothers from Mahaska Lodge 644āJim Walker, Tom Jenkinson, Shawn Garrison, and Jay Wilsonāfor assisting with the distribution.
This opportunity helps enhance civic education at OMS, ensuring students gain a deeper understanding of their rights and the Constitution. š
University Games generously donated new games to our OMS Game Club! Each game challenges players to think critically, strategize, and collaborate. Thank you, University Games, for your support! š
The OMS Game Club meets every Tuesday after school, where they play everything from Uno to My Hero Academia. New players are always welcome! š
A group of 6th graders enjoyed pizza and great conversation with SRO Nord as part of Lunches with Logan! š®āāļøš
Here are our first Positive Office Referrals for 2025 at OMS. Congratulations, students! š
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! š
A huge thank you to Stephen Memorial Animal Shelter for visiting our Team 8 students! This visit brought service learning to lifeāa key focus of Mr. Sternerās W.I.N. group, especially in understanding how we serve the animal community.
Students learned about the shelterās mission, the impact they have on our community, and the responsibilities of pet ownership. Plus, they got to meet Lucy, an adorable 1-year-old pup!
Who knows? This experience might have inspired some future veterinarians or animal shelter volunteers! š¾ā¤ļø
To help "Beat the Winter Blues" at OMS, we will be having dress-up days February 3-7! We hope our Osky students will join us in the fun and bring some excitement to the winter season.
Have you ever wondered what a day in the life of a 7th grader at OMS is like? Well, think no more! Team 7/8 has put into pictures what a typical day might consist of.
Here's a brief overview:
š¢ Math: Students are working on a real-world application project where they are asked to sell their own home. They are working on calculating the cost of supplies, listing the home for sale, and then hiring a realtor and paying the price of commission and closing costs.
š Reading: Students are reading the novel titled "The Outsiders," focusing to find Tier 2 vocabulary words in the text.
š Social Studies: 7th graders are reflecting on the difference between savings and investing while looking back on their stock market simulation.
š¬ Science: Students are continuing to follow energy as it moves through the ecosystem. Most recently, they are taking notes about the process of photosynthesis.
āļø Writing: 7th graders are making their own version of the game "Guess Who," using their creative writing skills and imaginations. They are also teaming up with hexagons and diagramming sentences to identify the parts of speech.
OMS students from Team 8 enjoyed sharing conversation with Officer Nord during Lunches with Logan! š
