Mrs. Pierson's advisory stepped up to make a difference by contributing to the OHS Hurricane Relief Drive! After watching the devastating live updates during the storms, these OMS students felt compelled to act and brought in essential items for those who lost everything. Their compassion and willingness to help during a difficult time is inspiring. We are proud of these students for being leaders and for their big hearts! ❤️
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Mrs. Pierson's advisory group with their donations to the hurricane relief drive.
Chessa San has beaten her own record and moved up to 5th place on the All-Time Top 10 PACER list! She is now at 90 laps. Way to go, Chessa! 👏
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Congratulations Chessa San! All-time top 10 PACER for 6th grade girls. Moved up to 5th place with 90 laps.
The OMS team, also known as the "Math Mob," is geared up for an epic school year! They are dividing the learning while multiplying the fun. According to their calculations, it's going to be a gr8 year! 🔢🥳
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
OMS Math Team, also known as the "Math Mob"
Join us for OMS Fall Fun Night on Tuesday, October 22, from 5:30 to 7:00pm! 🍂 Enjoy a night packed with fun activities, including a volleyball tournament, an escape room, basketball, karaoke, bingo, and board games. 🎉 OMS students only 🎉 Bring your student ID for entry 🎉 Entry fee: $2 per student 🎉 Volleyball teams: $10 per team of 6 players + 1 alternate Each volleyball team must turn in their roster and payment by 3:30pm on Monday, October 21. All funds raised will help the Student Council purchase a new tree for the commons this holiday season! 🎄
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
OMS Fall Fun Night on Tuesday, October 22 from 5:30 to 7:00pm. Enjoy a night packed with fun activities, including a volleyball tournament, an escape room, basketball, karaoke, bingo, and board games.
Meet Rusty, our therapy dog at OMS! Rusty works alongside Mrs. Ferguson in the counseling department, bringing comfort and support to both students and staff. 🐾 Rusty takes his job seriously, but he’s also full of tail wags for everyone he meets! Learn how he helps make a difference at OMS. ⬇️ Rusty is a best friend to many at OMS, showing unconditional love to everyone every day. ❤️
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Meet our OMS Therapy Dog Rusty. Swipe to learn more.
How is Rusty utilized? Fosters empathy and compassion by assisting in working with students on anger management issues, bullying behavior, and other anti social conduct. Boosts self-esteem by assisting with students that are targets of potential bullying behavior. Helps students stay connected with other students by assisting them in learning social skills. Encourages attendance in students that might be given a responsibility with Rusty.
How is Rusty utilized? Helps students reach goals by offering "Pup Star" incentives! Students can earn rewards like walking or playing fetch with Rusty, or even becoming "Pup Stars"! Their photo with Rusty is displayed in the hallway and on the lunchroom tvs. A patient listener. When students read to Rusty, they feel safe knowing he doesn't mind mistakes. This makes learning to read more fun and less stressful! Shows unconditional love. Many students and staff remark that Rusty their best friend.
Landen Kirby has reached the All-Time Top 10 PACER for 8th grade with 123 laps! Way to go, Landen! 💪
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Congratulations Landen Kirby! All-time Top 10 PACER for 8th grade with 123 laps
Colt Lammers has tied the All-Time PACER for 7th grade! He stands at 130 laps, tying AJ Walker’s record from 2020-2021. Congratulations, Colt! 🥳
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Congratulations Colt Lammers! All-time PACER for 7th grade, tying AJ Walker's (20-21) record with 130 laps.
Our 7th grade Family and Consumer Science students had a blast in their first cooking lab! They nailed their recipes, and the best part? Everything turned out delicious! 🍽️👩‍🍳 Great job, future chefs!
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
7th grade Family and Consumer Science students following a recipe in their first lab.
7th grade Family and Consumer Science students following a recipe in their first lab.
7th grade Family and Consumer Science students following a recipe in their first lab.
7th grade students in Family and Consumer Science class.
7th grade students in Family and Consumer Science class.
Preslie Bryan is tied for 6th place on the All-Time Top 10 PACER list for 8th grade girls! Her score is 105 laps. Way to go, Preslie! 🥳
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Congratulations Preslie Bryan! All-time top 10 PACER for 8th grade girls. Tied for 6th place with 105 laps.
Hazel Adam moves into 4th place on the All-Time Top 10 PACER list for 8th grade girls. She is now at 108 laps. Keep it up, Hazel! 👏
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Congratulations Hazel Adam! All-time top 10 PACER for 8th grade girls. In 4th place with 108 laps.
Beckett Moyer moved up on the All-Time Top 10 PACER list for 6th grade! He is now in 6th place with 108 laps. Way to go, Beckett! 👏
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Congratulations Beckett Moyer! All-time top 10 PACER for 6th grade. Moves up to 6th place with 108 laps.
Congratulations to Jolie Sisul for making the All-Time Top 10 PACER list for 6th grade girls with 84 laps! Keep up the work, Jolie! 🙌
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Congratulations Jolie Sisul! All-time top 10 pacer for 6th grade girls with 84 laps.
Chessa San makes the All-Time Top 10 PACER list for 6th grade girls! She is tied for 7th place with 87 laps. Congratulations, Chessa! 🎉
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Congratulations Chessa San! All-time top 10 PACER for 6th grade girls. Tied for 7th place with 87 laps.
On Tuesday, select students from our Junior High Choir had the opportunity to participate in Singfest at Central College! It was a day filled with learning and, of course, making music together. We’re so proud of our students for representing our school and showcasing their talent! 🎤🎼
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Oskaloosa students and Mrs. Hemann at Central College for Singfest.
Students that represented Oskaloosa at Singfest.
The group of students at Singfest.
Payton Clark made the All-Time PACER List for 7th grade girls with 96 laps! Way to go, Payton! 🎉
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Congratulations Payton Clark - All-Time PACER list for 7th Grade Girls! 96 laps.
Last week, our 6th-grade students in English Language Arts had a blast attending Spy School! They navigated through “wires” to find clues in each room, all while sharpening their skills in three different comprehension standards. It was a fun, interactive way to bring learning to life! 🔍
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
a 6th grade student enjoying "spy school" for English Language Arts class
6th grade students attending "spy school" for English Language Arts class
6th grade students in "Spy School" for English Language Arts
In 7th grade Math, we're focusing on Building Thinking Classroom strategies! Our students are sharpening their collaboration skills, working as problem solvers, and embracing the power of learning. 🔢✨
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
7th graders working together to solve a math equation
7th graders working on a math problem
7th graders problem solving in math class
7th graders working together in math class
This week, OMS 6th graders joined School Resource Officer Nord for "Lunches with Logan." The students enjoyed pizza for lunch with Officer Nord! 🍕🙌
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Lunches with Logan, featuring students from 6th grade!
Oskaloosa Middle School is excited to recognize our first round of Positive Office Referrals for the 2024-25 school year! 🎉 These referrals are awarded to students who exemplify our core PBIS components: Respect, Responsibility, Safety, and Caring. The teacher each student is pictured with completed the referral. 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! 🌟
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Positive office referrals for August and september 2024
Positive office referrals for August and september 2024
Congratulations to Hazel Adam, who is now 7th on the All-Time Top 10 PACER list for 8th grade girls! Hazel has a score of 102 laps! 🎉
over 1 year ago, Oskaloosa Community School District
Congratulations Hazel Adam! All-Time Top 10 PACER for 8th Grade Girls, currently in 8th place with 102 laps.