Next week we will begin tracking attendance data for students to ensure that they are getting the instruction we know they need. We hope that we can work in partnership with families to send the consistent message that Attendance Matters! Each week, our attendance team will meet to review data surrounding unexcused absences and tardies so we can help students succeed in maximizing their instructional time. A child will obtain an unexcused absence on their record anytime they are more than 5 minutes late to a class. Five tardies are equal to one unexcused absence.
What happens if a student accrues excessive unexcused absences or tardies to class?
- We will mobilize our attendance team to make sure a person close to the student gives them the opportunity to share why they have been missing instruction. They will get the chance to problem solve together and make an informal plan for getting to class every day, on time.
- After 3 and 7 unexcused absences, families will receive a state-mandated letter informing them.
- if absences or tardies continue to be a struggle, we will contact the family directly and work with them to create a plan for improvement.
We suggest that families regularly check their child's attendance (using the process outlined below) so you are aware of any undesirable trends. We know that when we work as a team to support kids, they do better. If you have questions about any attendance processes, please don't hesitate to reach out to our building administrators. Attendance Matters!
Boozhoo!
We are very excited to announce the installation of Ojibwemowin signs at Ordean East Middle School!!
The addition of Ojibwemowin signs in school will allow students the opportunity to see the language everyday in a common and familiar environment. Ojibwemowin will become a natural and expected part of the educational experience. For students of Ojibwe heritage, the addition of Ojibwemowin signage will indicate an appreciation of their heritage and the history of the land on which the school sits, as well as foster a feeling of belonging in the school.
Ojibwemowin is the language of this place and we are excited to have Ozaawibinesiik teach us some of the familiar words in our schools.
If you have any questions, please contact Memegwesiikwe at diana.lawrey@isd709.org.
Miigwech!
Student Council
Do you want to have a say in what goes on at Ordean? Or be a part of planning school events? Well then the group for you is Student Council! Student Council is a group that is in charge of putting on school events. We do spirit weeks, donate items to the community, game nights and more! We are looking for students that are committed. From September 30 - October 2nd grab an application in the morning by the gym or Ms. Cederstrom’s in room 4205! They are due on October 2nd at the table by the gym or to Ms. Cederstrom. If you are accepted into Student Council, you will receive a notice on October 4th. The first meeting will be after school on Monday, October 7th. Meetings are held Mondays after school every week. Thank you for considering applying.
Basketball Coach NEEDED
Ordean East is in need of a girls' and boys' basketball coach for the upcoming season. It begins in November and ends in January. Practices are M, T, and Th from 3:30-TBD by coach. The game schedule is being worked on. Please contact Mrs. Pioro, if you are interested. Thank you for considering!
OEMS Basketball
It is time to register for the OEMS SCHOOL basketball team (different than travel team or high school)
Registration for the school basketball teams, girls and boys, opens Monday, September 16th and will CLOSE on September 30th.
Practices are M, T, Th (unless coaches want to add more). The season starts in November and goes through January.
Games are usually two nights a week, any day of the week, but we try our best to avoid Wednesdays.
Here are the links:
7th and 8th Grade East Football
Come cheer on 7th and 8th grade East football players as they close out the regular season!
Saturday 9/21 - @Ashland
7th grade - 4:00 PM
8th grade - 6:00 PM
Tuesday 9/24 - Grand Rapids (@OEMS)
7th grade - 4:15 PM
8th grade - 5:45 PM
Saturday 9/28 - @Proctor
7th grade - 4:00 PM
8th grade - 6:00 PM
OEMS Volleyball
Please see below for the 2024 OEMS Volleyball Schedule (September only). Come on out and cheer on the Huskies!
9/19 - @ Hermantown (4335 Hawk Circle Dr Hermantown) 4:30 - 7th & 8th
9/24 - @ Esko (East Hwy 61 Esko) 4:30 - 7th & 8th
9/26 - @ Moose Lake/Willow River (8142 Pine Street Willow River) 4:30 - 7th/5:30 - 8th
Ordean East Middle School
Email: ordeaneast@isd709.org
Website: https://ordeaneast.isd709.org/
Phone: 218-336-8940