Northpoint Meadows Community

Curriculum Night
Our Curriculum Night will be held on Tuesday, September 7. Each grade has a slightly different time schedule for the evening; detailed schedules are attached .

Sportsmanship Award
All four Olentangy middle schools earned the prestigious Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) Harold A. Meyer Award for Sportsmanship, Ethics and Integrity for the 2009-10 school year. Olentangy Hyatts Middle School (OHMS), Olentangy Liberty Middle School (OLMS), Olentangy Orange Middle School (OOMS) and Olentangy Shanahan Middle School (OSMS) are four of the just 14 middle schools in the state to achieve this honor, which is presented to schools that develop and implement a comprehensive program that reinforces the importance of sportsmanship, ethics and integrity in school culture. In total, Olentangy middle schools have received the Harold A. Meyer Award 24 times. All four schools will receive banners from the OHSAA during an upcoming school assembly or athletic event.

For more information on this award, go online to http://olentangyschools.net/blog/topnews/

Entertainment Book Sale Begins Thursday, September 2
Your child will be bring home their Entertainment Book sale kit this Thursday, September 2. The sale ends on Thursday, September 16. In order to receive their Washington, D.C. credit, your child must turn in their orders and money by this date.

The price for the Columbus book has increased to $25.00 this year. There are some bonus discount cards in the front of the book to offset the cost, and your child will now earn $6.25 per book toward their 8th grade Washington, D.C. trip.

If your child sells at least (1) book, keep the book sent home in the kit and use it to fill one of their orders. If you do not want your child to sell any books, please tell them before Thursday not to take the kit from their Advisory teacher. The teacher will return the kit to the PTO. If you have any questions, contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com.

OOMS Daily News
Students, teachers, and parents can now watch the Orange Middle School daily news on Schooltube. The Orange News Crew, a group of OOMS 8th grade students, produce this daily news show. The students interview, tape, edit, and produce the daily live news for Orange Middle School. Link to our Channel at Schooltube: http://www.schooltube.com/user/OOMS

Instruments Needed
This time of year many students are starting to learn a new band or orchestra instrument. Unfortunately, some families cannot afford to buy or even rent an instrument for their child. If you would be willing to donate an instrument, please contact Jennifer Cabral Hever at jennifer_cabral_hever@olentangy.k12.oh.us or call 740 657-5300 ext. 3326.

Entertainment Book Sale Begins Thursday, September 2
Your child will be bring home their Entertainment Book sale kit this Thursday, September 2. The sale ends on Thursday, September 16. In order to receive their Washington, D.C. credit, your child must turn in their orders and money by this date.

The price for the Columbus book has increased to $25.00 this year. There are some bonus discount cards in the front of the book to offset the cost, and your child will now earn $6.25 per book toward their 8th grade Washington, D.C. trip.

If your child sells at least (1) book, keep the book sent home in the kit and use it to fill one of their orders. If you do not want your child to sell any books, please tell them before Thursday not to take the kit from their Advisory teacher. The teacher will return the kit to the PTO. If you have any questions, contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com

Scrip Program
You can earn money for your child’s Washington, D.C. trip by purchasing Scrip orders through the PTO. Your child will earn 2% of what you spend, and this will also earn money for the PTO. The PTO purchases Scrip gift certificates at a discount from participating merchants such as Kroger, Giant Eagle, Kohl’s, Cameron Mitchell Restaurants, and many other restaurants and retail stores. The gift certificates are purchased by you at face value and spent at face value. Our profit comes directly from the merchant, not you!!! Scrip is a nationwide provider of gift certificates. View a full list of the participating companies at www.shopwithscrip.com. If you have gift certificates that you want to purchase for out-of-state friends or family, just add a note to your Scrip form identifying the name of the company and the denomination.

Scrip order forms are available in the school office or on the PTO Web site at orangems.olentangypto.org/ Select the Fundraising link on the left side of the home page. There is a box in the office for your order forms and payment. Orders turned in by noon on Fridays will be ready the following Friday. You or your child may pick up the order in the office.

If you have any questions, please contact Amy Christie, Scrip Coordinator, at achristi@insight.rr.com or 740-549-4921.

Traffic Concerns
Thank you to all of our parents for your patience and understanding as the Orange Road project may have changed your traffic pattern for morning drop off and afternoon pick up. Due to this traffic pattern change residents in the McCammon Chase, Cross Creek, Abbey Knoll, and Woodstone subdivisions have seen an increase in the number of vehicles that utilize these roads. Please be aware of the high concentration of students who live in these areas and walk alongside of the road to get to and from their bus stops. Thank you for your cooperation and continued concern for the safety of our children.

PTO News
Kroger and Meijer Rewards – If you shop at Kroger or Meijer and are not registered in their store rewards programs (or have your rewards going to another organization or school) you are missing out on a great opportunity to earn money for the PTO and for your middle school child’s Washington, D.C. Fifty percent the reward money you earn is credited to your student’s D.C. account; the other 50% goes to the PTO.

To sign up for either of these programs, refer to the instructions on the PTO website, orangems.olentangypto.org , Our Kroger # is 81339 and our Meijer # is 136993. If you were previously enrolled in the Kroger rewards program and have not re-enrolled since April 1, you are no longer earning rewards. Kroger requires you to re-enroll each April to earn rewards for the following award period of May 1 – April 30.

If you have family or friends whose awards you want to go to your middle school child’s account (or if your last name is not the same as your child’s), please send the full name of the reward participant & your child’s name to Debbie Dieker at debbiejane@insight.rr.com

For questions about store rewards, contact Debbie Dieker at the email address listed above or 614-823-5680.

Welcome Desk – We are looking for volunteers greet and direct our guests as they come into the school. There are three shifts a day, and we still have many openings. Please consider volunteering your time for one of our shifts. We truly appreciate any time you can give – once a week, every other week, even once a month. If you are interested in working at the Welcome Desk, please contact Donna VanFleet at dbrvanfleet@ameritech.net We are looking to fill the following shifts:

Mondays – 8:30-10:30; 10:30-12:30 (Every other week); 12:30-2:30 (Every other week)
Tuesdays – 8:30-10:30 (1x per mth); 12:30-2:30 (Weeks 1,2 and 3)
Wednesdays – 12:30 – 2:30
Thursdays – 8:30-10:30; 10:30-12:30; 12:30-2:30 (2nd wk of mth)
Fridays – 8:30-10:30; 12:30-2:30

OOMS Daily News
Students, teachers, and parents can now watch the Orange Middle School daily news on Schooltube. The Orange News Crew, a group of OOMS 8th grade students, produce this daily news show. The students interview, tape, edit, and produce the daily live news for Orange Middle School. Link to our Channel at Schooltube: http://www.schooltube.com/user/OOMS

Entertainment Book Sale Begins Thursday, September 2
Your child will be bring home their Entertainment Book sale kit this Thursday, September 2. The sale ends on Thursday, September 16. In order to receive their Washington, D.C. credit, your child must turn in their orders and money by this date.

The price for the Columbus book has increased to $25.00 this year. There are some bonus discount cards in the front of the book to offset the cost, and your child will now earn $6.25 per book toward their 8th grade Washington, D.C. trip.

If your child sells at least (1) book, keep the book sent home in the kit and use it to fill one of their orders. If you do not want your child to sell any books, please tell them before Thursday not to take the kit from their Advisory teacher. The teacher will return the kit to the PTO. If you have any questions, contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com

Traffic Concerns
Thank you to all of our parents for your patience and understanding as the Orange Road project may have changed your traffic pattern for morning drop off and afternoon pick up. Due to this traffic pattern change residents in the McCammon Chase, Cross Creek, Abbey Knoll, and Woodstone subdivisions have seen an increase in the number of vehicles that utilize these roads. Please be aware of the high concentration of students who live in these areas and walk alongside of the road to get to and from their bus stops. Thank you for your cooperation and continued concern for the safety of our children.

PTO News
Kroger and Meijer Rewards – If you shop at Kroger or Meijer and are not registered in their store rewards programs (or have your rewards going to another organization or school) you are missing out on a great opportunity to earn money for the PTO and for your middle school child’s Washington, D.C. Fifty percent the reward money you earn is credited to your student’s D.C. account; the other 50% goes to the PTO.

To sign up for either of these programs, refer to the instructions on the PTO website, http://orangems.olentangypto.org — Our Kroger # is 81339 and our Meijer # is 136993. If you were previously enrolled in the Kroger rewards program and have not re-enrolled since April 1, you are no longer earning rewards. Kroger requires you to re-enroll each April to earn rewards for the following award period of May 1 – April 30.

If you have family or friends whose awards you want to go to your middle school child’s account (or if your last name is not the same as your child’s), please send the full name of the reward participant & your child’s name to Debbie Dieker at debbiejane@insight.rr.com

For questions about store rewards, contact Debbie Dieker at the email address listed above or 614-823-5680.

Welcome Desk – We are looking for volunteers greet and direct our guests as they come into the school. There are three shifts a day, and we still have many openings. Please consider volunteering your time for one of our shifts. We truly appreciate any time you can give – once a week, every other week, even once a month. If you are interested in working at the Welcome Desk, please contact Donna VanFleet at dbrvanfleet@ameritech.net

We are looking to fill the following shifts:

Mondays – 8:30-10:30; 10:30-12:30 (Every other week); 12:30-2:30 (Every other week)
Tuesdays – 8:30-10:30 (1x per mth); 12:30-2:30 (Weeks 1,2 and 3)
Wednesdays – 12:30 – 2:30
Thursdays – 8:30-10:30; 10:30-12:30; 12:30-2:30 (2nd wk of mth)
Fridays – 8:30-10:30; 12:30-2:30

Important Dates
Labor Day – Monday, September 6 – No school for students and staff
Curriculum Night – Tuesday, September 7
PTO meeting – September 13, 9:00 a.m.
Curriculum Day – Monday, September 20 – No school for students

Welcome back, Trailblazers!

We had an outstanding day today for the first day of the 2010/2011 school year! As always, Orange Middle school students are amazing!

Traffic Concerns
I want to thank all of our parents for your patience and understanding as the Orange Rd project may have changed your traffic pattern for morning drop off and afternoon pick up. Due to this traffic pattern change residents in the McCammon Chase, Cross Creek, Abbey Knoll, and Woodstone subdivisions have seen an increase in the number of vehicles that utilize these roads. Please be aware of the high concentration of students who live in these areas and walk alongside of the road to get to and from their bus stops. Thank you for your cooperation and continued concern for the safety of our children.

Picture Make-Up Day
HR Imaging will be here on Thursday morning to take student ID / school portrait photographs of new students and students who did not have their picture taken during schedule pick up. You may order using the attached order form or online at www.hrimaging.com. Please complete an order form whether or not you are ordering a picture package.

PTO News
Welcome Desk – We are looking for volunteers greet and direct our guests as they come into the school. There are three shifts a day, and we still have many openings. Please consider volunteering your time for one of our shift. We truly appreciate any time you can give – once a week, every other week, even once a month. If you are interested in working at the Welcome Desk, please contact Donna VanFleet at dbrvanflet@ameritech.net. We are looking to fill the following shifts:

Mondays – 8:30-10:30; 10:30-12:30 (Every other week); 12:30-2:30 (Every other week)
Tuesdays – 8:30-10:30 (1x per mth); 12:30-2:30
Wednesdays – 12:30 – 2:30
Thursdays – 8:30-10:30; 10:30-12:30; 12:30-2:30 (Weeks 1-3)
Fridays – 8:30-10:30; 10:30-12:30 (1x per month); 12:30-2:30

It has come to our attention that some families have not yet received their envelope of information from HR Imaging related to student pictures. If you have not received your information or if you have misplaced it, please complete the information on the attached flier and either prepay for your order online or send the exact payment in with your student. Instructions for both options are included on the flier. Please note that all students will have a portrait taken, even if they are not ordering pictures, for use with their school id.

The OOMS office staff looks forward to greeting students this week for their schedule pickup/orientation activities. Please go online to www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/district/bts/msinfo.html for important information, including forms required to receive your student’s schedule. If you have any further questions, please contact the school office at (740) 657-5300. Thank you!

Library News
All library books are due. Please remind your child to return any library books as soon as possible.

Orange Middle School Library will be open August 16, 2010 – August 19, 2010 from 9am – 12noon so students can checkout books before school starts. Stop by before school officially starts and get a jump start on your reading!

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

OOHS Girls Tennis
Olentangy Orange High School is seeking girls who are interested in playing tennis this fall. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the tennis team, please email Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com . There will be open sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin August 2. Practices will begin on Monday, August 9. Once a a potential list has been created, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer at teresankids@aol.com

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year
Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

Volleyball Camps
OOHS will be hosting two volleyball camps this summer. Registration forms and additional information are available at http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/summer/sportcampOOHS.html.

Orange Middle School – July 6 – 9, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. there will be a camp for students entering grades 9 – 12 from. The cost is $55.
Orange High School – On July 26 – 29, 9 a.m.-11a.m. there will be a camp for students entering grades 4 – 8 grades. The cost is $50

Basketball Camp
Mark your calendars! OOHS has announced that the girls summer basketball camp will be June 21-24 for players entering grades 1 through 8. Registrations forms and additional information are available at http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/summer/sportcampOOHS.html

Girls Volleyball
Eighth grade Coach, Jennifer Burris Green’s e-mail has changed. You can now contact her at jennifer_green@olentangy.k12.oh.us

Girls Basektball
Now through the end of the school year, Orange High School is hosting open gyms for current 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball. The open gyms are being held at Orange High School on Tuesdays and Thursdays right after school until 4:30. Current 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball for the high school next year are encouraged to attend.

Boys Lacrosse Camp
The 1st lacrosse camp for boys in grades 3 through 9 (2010-2011) will take place June 28 – July 1, 2010. The camp is hosted by the Orange High School Lacrosse Boosters. Registration information is available in the school office or on the district Web site at www.olentangy.k12.oh.us

Youth Soccer Camp
The 7th annual youth soccer camp for boys and girls in grades K-8 will take place July 12 through 16, 2010. The camp is hosted by the OHS and OOHS soccer programs. For additional information, visit the Olentangy soccer Web site at www.olentangysoccer.com.

August Preview
To help with vacation and shopping plans, here is a preview of our August schedule. All times are to be determined.

Monday, August 16 – OOMS 6th grade students attending Orange High School W.E.B. orientation
Tuesday, August 17 – 8th grade schedule pick up, school portraits and student ID photographs
Wednesday, August 18 – 7th grade schedule pick up, school portraits and student ID photographs
Thursday, August 19 – OOMS 6th grade W.E.B. orientation, school portraits and student ID photographs

Kroger and Meijer Earnings
If you already shop at Kroger or Meijer, then make sure to register your Kroger Plus card and Meijer card to earn money for your child’s Washington, D.C. trip. Log onto their Web sites and enter your information through the community rewards link. Make sure to register with OOMS. When your card is registered, your name and earnings will show up on the monthly statements. However, if your last name is different from your child’s, then you need to notify the Scrip coordinator. If you have friends or relatives applying credit with their cards, and last names are different, that information also needs to be provided to the coordinator to make sure that the student receives the credit. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Christie at 740-549-4921or achristi@insight.rr.com

8th Grade Washington, D.C. Photo and DVD
Keep the memories alive; order your Washington, D.C.photograph or DVD before June 4. Our entire group had their photograph taken on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, and the photo is available in glossy 4″ x 6″ or 8″ x 10″ format. Trip highlights are documented in the Orange Middle School DC Tour 2010 DVD.

Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. today.

Library News
All library books are due. Please remind your child to return any library books as soon as possible.

Orange Middle School Library will be open August 16, 2010 – August 19, 2010 from 9am – 12noon so students can checkout books before school starts. Stop by before school officially starts and get a jump start on your reading!

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

OOHS Girls Tennis
Olentangy Orange High School is seeking girls who are interested in playing tennis this fall. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the tennis team, please email Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com . There will be open sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin August 2. Practices will begin on Monday, August 9. Once a a potential list has been created, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer at teresankids@aol.com

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year
Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159 if you are interested.

8th Grade Washington, D.C. Photo and DVD
Keep the memories alive; order your Washington, D.C.photograph or DVD before June 4. Our entire group had their photograph taken on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, and the photo is available in glossy 4″ x 6″ or 8″ x 10″ format. Trip highlights are documented in the Orange Middle School DC Tour 2010 DVD.

The order form is attached and is available in the office. Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. on June 4.

Library News
All library books are due. Please remind your child to return any library books as soon as possible.

Orange Middle School Library will be open August 16, 2010 – August 19, 2010 from 9am – 12noon so students can checkout books before school starts. Stop by before school officially starts and get a jump start on your reading!

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

OOHS Girls Tennis
Olentangy Orange High School is seeking girls who are interested in playing tennis this fall. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the tennis team, please email Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com . There will be open sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin August 2. Practices will begin on Monday, August 9. Once a a potential list has been created, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be on display on the stage this Thursday, May 27 through Thursday, June 3. All items will be donated to charity at the end of the day on June 3. If you child is missing eye glasses, please ask them to stop by the guidance office.

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer at teresankids@aol.com

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year

Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

8th Grade Washington, D.C. Photo and DVD
Keep the memories alive; order your Washington, D.C.photograph or DVD before June 4. Our entire group had their photograph taken on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, and the photo is available in glossy 4″ x 6″ or 8″ x 10″ format. Trip highlights are documented in the Orange Middle School DC Tour 2010 DVD.

The order form is available in the office. Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. on June 4.

Library News
All library books are due. Please remind your child to return any library books as soon as possible.

Orange Middle School Library will be open August 16, 2010 – August 19, 2010 from 9am – 12noon so students can checkout books before school starts. Stop by before school officially starts and get a jump start on your reading!

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

OOHS Girls Tennis
Olentangy Orange High School is seeking girls who are interested in playing tennis this fall. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the tennis team, please email Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com . There will be open sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin August 2. Practices will begin on Monday, August 9. Once a a potential list has been created, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be on display on the stage this Thursday, May 27 through Thursday, June 3. All items will be donated to charity at the end of the day on June 3. If you child is missing eye glasses, please ask them to stop by the guidance office.

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer at teresankids@aol.com

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year

Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

Orange Middle School Tennis
There will be an informational meeting for all girls interested in participating in the middle school tennis program in the fall. The meeting will be held in the Orange High School commons area on Tuesday June 1 at 7:00 p.m. Girls who are in the 7th or 8th grade this fall are eligible to participate.

Orange High School Tennis
Olentangy Orange High School is seeking girls who are interested in playing tennis this fall. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the tennis team, please email Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com . There will be open sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin August 2. Practices will begin on Monday, August 9. Once a a potential list has been created, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

8th Grade Washington, D.C. Photo and DVD
Keep the memories alive; order your Washington, D.C.photograph or DVD before June 4. Our entire group had their photograph taken on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, and the photo is available in glossy 4″ x 6″ or 8″ x 10″ format. Trip highlights are documented in the Orange Middle School DC Tour 2010 DVD.

The order form is attached and is available in the office. Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. on June 4.

Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be on display on the stage through Thursday, June 3. All items will be donated to charity at the end of the day on June 3. If you child is missing eye glasses, please ask them to stop by the guidance office.

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer teresankids@aol.com

8th Grade Pool Party
PTO is in need of 8th grade parents to donate 16 ounce bottles of water for the 8th grade pool party. All donations need to be brought to the school office and marked “8th grade pool party”. Donations need to be turned in to the office by Friday, June 4, 2010. Approximately 320 students will be attending the pool party. Thanks in advance for donating cases of water for the pool party!

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year
Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

Volleyball Camps
OOHS will be hosting two volleyball camps this summer. Registration forms and additional information are available at http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/summer/sportcampOOHS.html

Orange Middle School – July 6 – 9, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. there will be a camp for students entering grades 9 – 12 from. The cost is $55.
Orange High School – On July 26 – 29, 9 a.m.-11a.m. there will be a camp for students entering grades 4 – 8 grades. The cost is $50

Basketball Camp
Girls summer basketball camp will be June 21-24 for players entering grades 1 through 8. Registrations forms and additional information are available at http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/summer/sportcampOOHS.html

Girls Volleyball
Eighth grade Coach, Jennifer Burris Green’s e-mail has changed. You can now contact her at jennifer_green@olentangy.k12.oh.us

Boys Lacrosse Camp
The 1st lacrosse camp for boys in grades 3 through 9 (2010-2011) will take place June 28 – July 1, 2010. The camp is hosted by the Orange High School Lacrosse Boosters. Registration information is available in the school office or on the district Web site at www.olentangy.k12.oh.us

Youth Soccer Camp
The 7th annual youth soccer camp for boys and girls in grades K-8 will take place July 12 through 16, 2010. The camp is hosted by the OHS and OOHS soccer programs. For additional information, visit the Olentangy soccer Web site at www.olentangysoccer.com

August Preview
To help with vacation and shopping plans, here is a preview of our August schedule. All times are to be determined.

Monday, August 16 – OOMS 6th grade students attending Orange High School W.E.B. orientation
Tuesday, August 17 – 8th grade schedule pick up, school portraits and student ID photographs
Wednesday, August 18 – 7th grade schedule pick up, school portraits and student ID photographs
Thursday, August 19 – OOMS 6th grade W.E.B. orientation, school portraits and student ID photographs

Ink Cartridges
If you have and used ink cartridges….we want them! There is a collection box in the lobby next to the main office at OOMS. Cartridge World will collect them and OOMS PTO receives money back for each cartridge…supporting our school. Please put the used cartridge in a baggie or cartridge box and drop it in the collection box. Cartridges of all kinds are accepted. If you have questions, please contact – Teresa Palmer – teresankids@aol.com

Kroger and Meijer Earnings
If you already shop at Kroger or Meijer, then make sure to register your Kroger Plus card and Meijer card to earn money for your child’s Washington, D.C. trip. Log onto their Web sites and enter your information through the community rewards link. Make sure to register with OOMS. When your card is registered, your name and earnings will show up on the monthly statements. However, if your last name is different from your child’s, then you need to notify the Scrip coordinator. If you have friends or relatives applying credit with their cards, and last names are different, that information also needs to be provided to the coordinator to make sure that the student receives the credit. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Christie at 740-549-4921or achristi@insight.rr.com

SCRIP Program
The Scrip program is another great way to earn money for the D.C. trip. You can purchase gift cards at face value and your child will get 2% deposited directly into their account. There are numerous retailers, restaurants and services available. Orders placed by noon every Friday will be ready for pick up the following Friday. Order forms and a drop box are available in the office. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Christie at 740-549-4921 or achristi@insight.rr.com

Dear Parents,

Orange Middle School is looking forward to honoring your 8th grade students for their work as middle school students. On June 7, we will be hosting our first annual 8th Grade Farewell Breakfast, which will be followed by our 8th Grade Student Recognition Celebration.

At 8:15 A.M. our 8th grade students will gather in the cafeteria for their class breakfast/class meeting. This will give them the opportunity to sit together hear about their accomplishments as a group and recognize the positive impact they have had on our building. During this time, we will also view the Washington D.C. highlight video. After breakfast has concluded, we will hold our Recognition Celebration at 9:10 A.M. for our students. Parents who’s children will be receiving an award will receive an invitation letter by the end of next week. We encourage all parents who receive the invitation to attend.

In years past, we have held this event in the evening. However we felt that it was extremely important to recognize our students for their tremendous accomplishments as a group, while giving their classmates a chance to recognize them for their individual accomplishments as well.

Have a great and safe Memorial Weekend!

Brian J. Lidle, Principal

Back To School Supply Kits Pre-Sale
Reminder – the order forms and payments are due back on Thursday, May 27th. You should have received your order form last week. If you need another copy, please visit the PTO website at http://orangems.olentangypto.org and print one off and send it in with your student. Keep in mind, the grade listed on the form is the grade your student will be in NEXT year. There are NO pre-sale kits available for 8th grade students next year. If your child is a 6th grader housed at the the high school next year, the form will say HS on it. Also, the Berkshire student kits include all of their supplies. The students housed at Orange Middle will have supplemental supplies they will need to purchase, once they find out their team at WEB orientation. All school supplies will be available for pick up on your schedule pick-up day or WEB orientation day in August. Any questions, please contact Tracy Whitlock at twwhitlock@comcast.net

8th Grade Washington, D.C. Photo and DVD
Keep the memories alive; order your Washington, D.C.photograph or DVD before June 4. Our entire group had their photograph taken on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, and the photo is available in glossy 4″ x 6″ or 8″ x 10″ format. Trip highlights are documented in the Orange Middle School DC Tour 2010 DVD.

The order form is available in the office. Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. on June 4.

Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be on display on the stage this Thursday, May 27 through Thursday, June 3. All items will be donated to charity at the end of the day on June 3. If you child is missing eye glasses, please ask them to stop by the guidance office.

Orange High School Football
There is a mandatory player/parent meeting Thursday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m. in the OOHS auditorium.

Orange High School Ice Hockey
Eighth grade students interested in trying out for the Orange High School JV/Varsity ice hockey team should come to a brief meeting in the OOMS gym on Thursday, May 27 at 8:05 a.m. This is a student-only meeting; a parent meeting will be held within the next few weeks.

Art Advisory
The art advisory program is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The art advisory program is an enrichment program for 7th and 8th grade students who show an appitutide and appreciation for art. The application is a two-part process including a questionaire and two drawings. The application process is open to any current 6th or 7th grade student at OOMS and applications are DUE THURSDAY, MAY 27th. You may pickup an application and drawing paper from Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney at OOMS. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney.

OOMS at Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort
Bring your kids to Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort for some indoor water park fun! Students and their families are invited to join their friends at Fort Rapids this Friday, May 28, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fort Rapids is located at 5460 Hilton Corporate Drive. A waiver MUST be signed by each parent. The forms are available at Fort Rapids or http://orangems.olentangypto.org/

Admission is just $11 per person (normally $26)! Admission is free for children ages four and under. To receive this special admission, you must state that you are with Olentangy. $1 of each admission will go toward the purchase of SmartBoards by the PTO.

If you have any questions or need additional information or a waiver, please contact Lisa Knapp at 740-548-7581, 614-425-1549, or lisa.f.knapp@gmail.com. If possible, please RSVP to Lisa Knapp. For additional information about the park, visit http://www.fortrapids.com/, or call them at 614.868.1380.

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer [eresankids@aol.com

8th Grade Pool Party
PTO is in need of 8th grade parents to donate 16 ounce bottles of water for the 8th grade pool party. All donations need to be brought to the school office and marked “8th grade pool party”. Donations need to be turned in to the office by Friday, June 4, 2010. Approximately 320 students will be attending the pool party. Thanks in advance for donating cases of water for the pool party!

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year
Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

8th Grade Washington, D.C. Photo and DVD
Keep the memories alive; order your Washington, D.C.photograph or DVD before June 4. Our entire group had their photograph taken on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, and the photo is available in glossy 4″ x 6″ or 8″ x 10″ format. Trip highlights are documented in the Orange Middle School DC Tour 2010 DVD.

The order form is attached and is available in the office. Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. on June 4.

Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be on display on the stage this Thursday, May 27 through Thursday, June 3. All items will be donated to charity at the end of the day on June 3. If you child is missing eye glasses, please ask them to stop by the guidance office.

Orange High School Football
There is a mandatory player/parent meeting Thursday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m. in the OOHS auditorium.

Orange High School Ice Hockey
Eighth grade students interested in trying out for the Orange High School JV/Varsity ice hockey team should come to a brief meeting in the OOMS gym on Thursday, May 27 at 8:05 a.m. This is a student-only meeting; a parent meeting will be held within the next few weeks.

Back To School Supply Kits Pre-Sale
Reminder – the order forms and payments are due back on Thursday, May 27th. You should have received your order form last week. If you need another copy, please visit the PTO website at http://orangems.olentangypto.org and print one off and send it in with your student. Keep in mind, the grade listed on the form is the grade your student will be in NEXT year. There are NO pre-sale kits available for 8th grade students next year. If your child is a 6th grader housed at the the high school next year, the form will say HS on it. Also, the Berkshire student kits include all of their supplies. The students housed at Orange Middle will have supplemental supplies they will need to purchase, once they find out their team at WEB orientation. All school supplies will be available for pick up on your schedule pick-up day or WEB orientation day in August. Any questions, please contact Tracy Whitlock at twwhitlock@comcast.net

Athletic Physicals
Will your student need a physical for the 2010-2011 school year? All students who will be participating in a sport in the 2010-2011 school year must have a physical on file prior to participation (including tryouts). On Wednesday, May 26 OOHS will conduct physicals from 6:00pm – 9:00pm. The cost is $10 per athlete. A parent/guardian must sign the completed medical history form, physical form and OHSAA authorization form. Physical forms are available online at http://www.ohsaa.org/medicine/PPE.pdf The forms will also be available the night of the physicals. If you have any questions, please contact Jayson Wolshire, OOHS trainer, at 740-657-5146.

Art Advisory
The art advisory program is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The art advisory program is an enrichment program for 7th and 8th grade students who show an appitutide and appreciation for art. The application is a two-part process including a questionaire and two drawings. The application process is open to any current 6th or 7th grade student at OOMS and applications are DUE THURSDAY, MAY 27th. You may pickup an application and drawing paper from Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney at OOMS. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney.

OOMS at Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort
Bring your kids to Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort for some indoor water park fun! Students and their families are invited to join their friends at Fort Rapids this Friday, May 28, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fort Rapids is located at 5460 Hilton Corporate Drive. A waiver MUST be signed by each parent. The forms are available at Fort Rapids or http://orangems.olentangypto.org/

Admission is just $11 per person (normally $26)! Admission is free for children ages four and under. To receive this special admission, you must state that you are with Olentangy. $1 of each admission will go toward the purchase of SmartBoards by the PTO.

If you have any questions or need additional information or a waiver, please contact Lisa Knapp at 740-548-7581, 614-425-1549, or lisa.f.knapp@gmail.com. If possible, please RSVP to Lisa Knapp. For additional information about the park, visit http://www.fortrapids.com/ or call them at 614.868.1380.

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer teresankids@aol.com

8th Grade Pool Party
PTO is in need of 8th grade parents to donate 16 ounce bottles of water for the 8th grade pool party. All donations need to be brought to the school office and marked “8th grade pool party”. Donations need to be turned in to the office by Friday, June 4, 2010. Approximately 320 students will be attending the pool party. Thanks in advance for donating cases of water for the pool party!

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year
Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer teresankids@aol.com

Athletic Physicals
Will your student need a physical for the 2010-2011 school year? All students who will be participating in a sport in the 2010-2011 school year must have a physical on file prior to participation (including tryouts). On Wednesday, May 26 OOHS will conduct physicals from 6:00pm – 9:00pm. The cost is $10 per athlete. A parent/guardian must sign the completed medical history form, physical form and OHSAA authorization form. Physical forms are available online at http://www.ohsaa.org/medicine/PPE.pdf The forms will also be available the night of the physicals. If you have any questions, please contact Jayson Wolshire, OOHS trainer, at 740-657-5146.

8th Grade Pool Party
PTO is in need of 8th grade parents to donate 16 ounce bottles of water for the 8th grade pool party. All donations need to be brought to the school office and marked “8th grade pool party”. Donations need to be turned in to the office by Friday, June 4, 2010. Approximately 320 students will be attending the pool party. Thanks in advance for donating cases of water for the pool party!

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

Final Concert for 7 & 8 Bands Plus the Jazz Band
Our upcoming band concert is on Tuesday, May 25 at Orange High School. Students should wear their concert attire of the Orange MS blue music polo shirt, black pants or long skirt, and dark dress shoes. The performance order is: 7th band, 8th band, jazz band, 7th and 8th combined.

6:30 p.m. – Report to the OOHS band room for warm up
7:00 p.m. – Performance begins

Art Advisory
The art advisory program is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The art advisory program is an enrichment program for 7th and 8th grade students who show an appitutide and appreciation for art. The application is a two-part process including a questionaire and two drawings. The application process is open to any current 6th or 7th grade student at OOMS and applications are DUE THURSDAY, MAY 27th. You may pickup an application and drawing paper from Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney at OOMS. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney.

Orange MS PTO
OOMS PTO still needs volunteers for next year.

Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

Jazz Band 2010/2011
Jazz Band auditions for students currently in 6th or 7th grade band took place on Monday and Tuesday, May 17 an 18. Auditions for students who are not currently in band will take place May 26 and 27. Jazz Band students must be able to read sheet music.

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

Final Concert for 7 & 8 Bands Plus the Jazz Band
Our upcoming band concert is on Tuesday, May 25 at Orange High School. Students should wear their concert attire of the Orange MS blue music polo shirt, black pants or long skirt, and dark dress shoes. The performance order is: 7th band, 8th band, jazz band, 7th and 8th combined.

6:30 p.m. – Report to the OOHS band room for warm up
7:00 p.m. – Performance begins

Art Advisory
The art advisory program is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The art advisory program is an enrichment program for 7th and 8th grade students who show an appitutide and appreciation for art. The application is a two-part process including a questionaire and two drawings. The application process is open to any current 6th or 7th grade student at OOMS and applications are DUE THURSDAY, MAY 27th. You may pickup an application and drawing paper from Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney at OOMS . If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney.

Athletic Physicals
Physicals for athletic participation will be offered on the following dates. Students may attend the sessions at any of the high schools. The cost is $10.

Olentangy Orange High School – Wednesday, May 26, 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Jazz Band 2010/2011
Jazz Band auditions for students currently in 6th or 7th grade band took place on Monday and Tuesday, May 17 an 18. Auditions for students who are not currently in band will take place May 26 and 27. Jazz Band students must be able to read sheet music.

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

OOMS PTO still needs volunteers for next year.

Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed.

For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

8th Grade Pool Party
PTO is in need of 8th grade parents to donate 16 ounce bottles of water for the 8th grade pool party. All donations need to be brought to the school office and marked “8th grade pool party”. Donations need to be turned in to the office by Friday, June 4, 2010. Approximately 320 students will be attending the pool party. Thanks in advance for donating cases of water for the pool party!

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

Art Advisory
The art advisory program is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The art advisory program is an enrichment program for 7th and 8th grade students who show an appitutide and appreciation for art. The application is a two-part process including a questionaire and two drawings. The application process is open to any current 6th or 7th grade student at OOMS and applications are DUE THURSDAY, MAY 27th. You may pickup an application and drawing paper from Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney at OOMS or download the attached PDF application and pickup drawing paper from the art teachers. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney.

Orange MS PTO
OOMS PTO is looking for volunteers to fill positions for next year. There are many opportunities available to help.

Officer positions needed: President, Vice President, Treasurer and Reporter.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair, Directory, Entertainment Book Sale, Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair) and Welcome Desk.

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, then we will be asking for volunteers to fill many other opportunities. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org
Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159 if you are interested or have any questions.

Athletic Physicals
Physicals for athletic participation will be offered on the following dates. Students may attend the sessions at any of the high schools. The cost is $10.

Olentangy Orange High School – Wednesday, May 26, 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Jazz Band 2010/2011
Jazz Band auditions for students currently in 6th or 7th grade band took place on Monday and Tuesday, May 17 an 18. Auditions for students who are not currently in band will take place May 26 and 27. Please see Mrs. Cabral Hever by Wednesday, May 19 for audition materials. Jazz Band students must be able to read sheet music.

High School Golf
All 8th grade girls planning to play golf in the fall need to attend the short meeting in Coach Phillips’ room, 2222, at the high school on Friday, May 21 right after school. This meeting is for final arrangements for summer golf. If you cannot attend, contact Mrs. Phillips at the high school.

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

Art Advisory
The art advisory program is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The art advisory program is an enrichment program for 7th and 8th grade students who show an appitutide and appreciation for art. The application is a two-part process including a questionaire and two drawings. The application process is open to any current 6th or 7th grade student at OOMS and applications are DUE THURSDAY, MAY 27th. You may pickup an application and drawing paper from Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney at OOMS or download the attached PDF application and pickup drawing paper from the art teachers. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney.

Orange MS PTO
OOMS PTO is looking for volunteers to fill positions for next year. There are many opportunities available to help.

Officer positions needed: President, Vice President, Treasurer and Reporter.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair, Directory, Entertainment Book Sale, Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair) and Welcome Desk.

Once the Officers and Committe Chairs are selected, then we will be asking for volunteers to fill many other opportunities. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org
Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159 if you are interested or have any questions.

Athletic Physicals
Physicals for athletic participation will be offered on the following dates. Students may attend the sessions at any of the high schools. The cost is $10.

Liberty High School – Tuesday, May 18, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Olentangy High School – Wednesday, May 19, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Olentangy Orange High School – Wednesday, May 26, 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Jazz Band 2010/2011
Jazz Band auditions for students currently in 6th or 7th grade band are taking place Monday and Tuesday, May 17 an 18. Students have already received directions and their audition material. Band students who did not receive their audition packet should see Mrs. Cabral Hever immediately!

Auditions for students who are not currently in band will take place May 26 and 27. Please see Mrs. Cabral Hever by Wednesday, May 19 for audition materials. Jazz Band students must be able to read sheet music.

Orange MS PTO
OOMS PTO is looking for volunteers to fill positions for next year. There are many opportunities available to help.

Officer positions needed: President, Vice President, Treasurer and Reporter.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair, Directory, Entertainment Book Sale, Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair) and Welcome Desk.

Once the Officers and Committe Chairs are selected, then we will be asking for volunteers to fill many other opportunities. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159 if you are interested or have any questions.

Athletic Physicals
Physicals for athletic participation will be offered on the following dates. Students may attend the sessions at any of the high schools. The cost is $10.

Liberty High School – Tuesday, May 18, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Olentangy High School – Wednesday, May 19, 6:00-9:00 p.m.
Olentangy Orange High School – Wednesday, May 26, 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Jazz Band 2010/2011
Jazz Band auditions for students currently in 6th or 7th grade band are taking place Monday and Tuesday, May 17 an 18. Students have already received directions and their audition material. Band students who did not receive their audition packet should see Mrs. Cabral Hever immediately!

Auditions for students who are not currently in band will take place May 26 and 27. Please see Mrs. Cabral Hever by Wednesday, May 19 for audition materials. Jazz Band students must be able to read sheet music.

Washington, D.C. News
Twitter
Follow us on the Washington, D.C. trip. Anyone wishing to follow all the action of the 8th Grade Washington, D.C. trip can do so by joining us on Twitter. All you need to do is go to http://twitter.com/OOMSDC You can also create an account and receive instant notifications to your mobile device or e-mail account. We will be posting important pre-trip reminders and updates while we are in D.C.

High School Golf
All 8th grade girls planning to play golf in the fall need to attend the short meeting in Coach Phillips’ room, 2222, at the high school on Friday, May 21 right after school. This meeting is for final arrangements for summer golf. If you cannot attend, contact Mrs. Phillips at the high school.

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

Volleyball Camps
OOHS will be hosting two volleyball camps this summer. Registration forms and additional information are available at http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/summer/sportcampOOHS.html

Orange Middle School – July 6 – 9, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. there will be a camp for students entering grades 9 – 12 from. The cost is $55.
Orange High School – On July 26 – 29, 9 a.m.-11a.m. there will be a camp for students entering grades 4 – 8 grades. The cost is $50

Basketball Camp
Mark your calendars! OOHS has announced that the girls summer basketball camp will be June 21-24 for players entering grades 1 through 8. Registrations forms and additional information are available at http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/summer/sportcampOOHS.html

Girls Volleyball
Eighth grade Coach, Jennifer Burris Green’s e-mail has changed. You can now contact her at jennifer_green@olentangy.k12.oh.us

Girls Basketball
Now through the end of the school year, Orange High School is hosting open gyms for current 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball. The open gyms are being held at Orange High School on Tuesdays and Thursdays right after school until 4:30. Current 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball for the high school next year are encouraged to attend.

Boys Lacrosse Camp
The 1st lacrosse camp for boys in grades 3 through 9 (2010-2011) will take place June 28 – July 1, 2010. The camp is hosted by the Orange High School Lacrosse Boosters. Visit the district Web site at www.olentangy.k12.oh.us for additional details and information on all 2010 summer academic and sports camps.

Youth Soccer Camp
The 7th annual youth soccer camp for boys and girls in grades K-8 will take place July 12 through 16, 2010. The camp is hosted by the OHS and OOHS soccer programs. For additional information, visit the Olentangy soccer Web site at www.olentangysoccer.com.

August Preview
It’s only April, but August will be here in a few short months. To help with vacation and shopping plans, here is a preview of our August schedule. All times are to be determined.

Monday, August 16 – OOMS 6th grade students at Orange High School W.E.B. orientation
Tuesday, August 17 – 8th grade schedule pick up, school portraits and student ID photographs
Wednesday, August 18 – 7th grade schedule pick up, school portraits and student ID photographs
Thursday, August 19 – OOMS 6th grade W.E.B. orientation, school portraits and student ID photographs

Pioneer Football Fans
It’s time to reserve your seat for the 2010-2011 season.

May 17 through May 21 – You can move to a different seat if you had a reserved seat from 2009-2010 season
May 27 – 2010 open seating

The Athletic Activity Pass is online or in the Athletic Office
http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/buildings/oohs/athletics/ticketAppOOHS.pdf

Middle School Girls Tennis The middle school tennis club program is currently seeking girls who will be entering 7th and 8th grade for the 2010 fall season. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the team, please contact Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com There will be open practice sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin in August, and practices will begin on Monday August 9. When responding, please indicate what middle school your child will be attending in the fall. Once a potential list of girls has been generated, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

Cheer Tryouts
Attention all 6th and 7th grader students! OOMS Cheer tryouts are Thursday, May 27! Clinics will be held on Monday, May 24 through Wednesday, May 26. All students interested in trying out need to have a parent attend a mandatory parent meeting on Monday, May 17 at 6:00 p.m. in the Orange MS cafe.

Baseball Hats
There are three Orange baseball hats still available for purchase. We have blue hats with Orange O’s. Price is $10. Contact Mrs. Rambo in the school office to purchase one.

Summer Football
If your son has expressed interest in playing football next year at the high school, the Orange high school football coaching staff is starting off-season workouts for 2010/2011 9th grade students. Students will be lifting at 6:00 p.m. every Monday and Wednesday through June 2. After that date, the freshman will begin summer workouts on June 14. The Orange high school football staff understands that many incoming student athletes are participating in spring sports, and we encourage that participation. However, we hope that on Mondays or Wednesdays when there is no conflict with spring sporting contests, we can take the time to teach proper form in strength and agility training to our freshmen athletes. If we can get this head start, we will be able to be more successful in our summer workouts. If you have any questions please contact Coach Jamieson at kevin_jamieson@olentangy.k12.oh.us

OOMSPTO is looking for volunteers to fill positions for next year. There are many opportunities available to help.

Officer positions needed: President, Vice President, Treasurer and Reporter.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair, Directory, Entertainment Book Sale, Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair) and Welcome Desk.

Once the Officers and Committe Chairs are selected, then we will be asking for volunteers to fill many other opportunities. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org
Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159 if you are interested or have any questions.