NEST - Need Extra Support Time
Students,
Many students and parents have asked about after school tutorial.
At OVMS, we have NEST (Need Extra Support Time) available starting this week on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
There will be a late bus that can take students (that live in-district) to their bus stops.
NEST will have certified teachers available to support you with any missing work or assignments.
Please make sure to be in the library by 2:15pm. Plan to stay the entire time in the library working or reading unless you have a ride. At 3:45, the late bus will be ready to take kids to their bus stops.
Teacher Conferences
OVMS Families,
Next week, October 14-17 we will have Early Release for Conferences, and no school on Friday, the 18th as teachers will be actively participating in professional development.
Monday, October 14, and Tuesday, October 15, will be virtual conferences. If you would like to connect with any of your student's teachers virtually, make sure to email them.
Wednesday, October 16, teachers will be in classrooms from 3:00-6:00pm for face-to-face conferences.
Thursday, all staff and students will leave at 1:00pm.
Week at a Glance
Monday, October 7
Early Release
Volleyball: HOME: 4:00PM
Football Practice: 1:30-4:30
Soccer Practice: 2:30-4:00
SPORTS PICTURES:
Picture schedule for Monday will be:
1:30 - Soccer at the Varsity Soccer Field
2:00 - Volleyball at the gym
2:45 - Football at the Stadium
3:30 - Cheer at the Stadium
Tuesday, October 8
NEST - After School Tutorial Help: 2:15-3:45pm (Library)
Red Club: 2:25-3:45
Football Practice: 2:30-5:30
Volleyball Practice: 2:30-4:00
Wednesday, October 9
Football Game: AWAY: Fremont 4:30 PM
Volleyball game: AWAY: Oakridge 4:00 PM
eGaming: 2:30-4:00
Thursday, October 10
NEST - After School Tutorial Help: 2:15-3:45pm (Library)
Crochet Club: Ms. Patton's Room - 2:15-3:45pm
Soccer Practice: 2:30-4:00
eGaming: 2:30-4:00
Volleyball Practice: 2:30-4:00
Football Practice: 2:30-5:00
Friday, October 11
Soccer Practice: 2:30-4:00
Volleyball Practice: 2:30-4:00
Saturday, October 12
OVMS Boys Soccer Game: (AWAY: TBD)
Remaining Fall Game Schedules:
Football
10/16 @ Oakridge 4:30 PM
10/23 Home vs North Muskegon 4:30 PM
Volleyball
10/16 @ North Muskegon 4:00 PM
10/17 @ Calvary Schools of Holland 4:30 PM
10/21 @ Conference Tournament 4:00 PM
Computers and Student Computer Work Orders
Insurence:
Students,
If you see a $10 fee/balance on your PowerSchool, it is because you have not yet paid for your Chromebook Insurence. No one ever intends to break a computer, and circumstances can be challenging to investigate. If you have not purchased insurance, and something happens to your computer or case, you will have to pay the full price of the computer (or cost of repairs) if insurance has not been purchased. If you qualify for free-reduced lunch and have filled out MagicSchools form, this cost is $5.
6th Grade students - You will not be allowed to take your computer home unless you have purchased Chromebook Insurence.
Work Orders:
If you have any of the following issues, please make sure to fill out a work order from your chromebook. Your mentorship teachers will remind you how to do this.
- Loaner
- need charger
- damage to computer or case
There is no need to miss class time for issues like this. Please fill out work orders from class whenever possible.
MathCounts Team
MathCounts is coming to OVMS!
Whether you like math, love math or are just good with numbers- MathCounts could be for you!
Learn how to have fun with math in a group setting as we form our MathCounts Team. The team will get a day off from school as they compete at Muskegon Community College and show off their "Math Muscle" against other area middle schools in Muskegon. Come see what it's all about!
First Meeting = October 24, 2:15 in Room #39.
Art Club Information - From Ms. Heyboer
Hello everybody!
I just wanted to let you know that Art Club does not start next week.
Art Club will start Tuesday October 22, and Thursday October 24. We will meet at 2:15 and go through 3:45.
Snacks will be provided in the cafeteria right after school.
There will be a late bus for those in the school district. If you are not riding the bus, make sure your ride picks you up at 3:45.
I have a lot of new ideas for the art club that I am excited to share with you. Please remind your friends to sign up!
See you there!
Mrs. Heyboer
Art Teacher
OVMS
Red Club
Red Club is a fun after school group where students learn skills that will aid them in managing their emotions and behavior and in improving their school performance. Last year's activities included games, arts and crafts, hiking, and group discussions. Red Club meetings will be after school on Tuesdays, and a late bus will be available to provide transportation home. If your student is interested in joining Red Club, they can pick up a permission slip in the middle school office. If you have any questions, please contact Lilliana Duyck by emailing her at lilliana.duyck@orchardview.org.
Crochet Club
In Crochet Club we will learn how to make a chain, single crochet, and double crochet at minimum. We will work on projects that you will be able to take home. Yarn and Crochet hooks are provided, but you can also bring projects from home. Yarn and crochet hook donations are always welcome as well.
Crochet Club will begin in October - Thursdays from 2:15-3:45 PM.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
Our primary goal with FCA is to provide students and athletes with the opportunity to grow as individuals, bettering their community. Athletes and students who approach sports and life with the right attitude make a huge impact on those around them. Fellowship of Christian Athletes believes Jesus is the ultimate example of love, respect, and value. We strive to make this community better one relationship at a time.
On October 1st we will begin meeting during lunch for students who want to make a difference in their lives and the lives of others. We will dedicate time to knowing Jesus and learning how to apply it to our teams and school. Every student is welcome to attend.
Fundraiser Costs
2024/25 School Year
- Sale will run from Thursday 9/26- Thursday 10/10
- Students will have until Thursday 10/10 to turn in orders with money.
- "Kickoff” for the sale will be Thursday 9/26. You will receive your fundraiser packet that day.
- This sale is 40% profit. For example...If a student sells $100 worth of product, then $40 will go toward their field trip fee.
- Each student must pay the field trip fee with fundraiser profit, out of pocket or a combination of the two.
Estimated costs/fees for the field trips are as follows...
- 6th grade $110 for Brookfield Zoo in Chicago
- 7th grade $195 for Camp Pendalouon
- 8th grade $1,599 Washington DC -includes 3 day trip with hotel stay, food, airplane flight...
OVMS Fall fundraiser Info Sheet
1. Sell items out of the brochures
-‘tis the season’
-‘sweets & treats’
*use yellow order form for orders
*anything ordered on order form must have money turned in with it to be ordered
2. Text to pay orders from brochure
-pay for order with credit card
-do not fill out order in order form
-include students name and/or student code
3. Online orders from shopfund.com
-order online from online store
-do not put order on order form
-include students code
Student code
-scan box on the upper right corner of parent letter (black white info sheet in envelope)
-fill in information to obtain your students code
-share this student code with supporters who will purchase online orders
School Computers
Every student at Orchard View Middle School will be provided a school Chromebook.
6th Grade: Computers will stay at school. Students will retrieve their computers at the start of the day and return them prior to heading home. If a student needs to take a Chromebook home, a check-out process will be explained.
7th and 8th Grade: Computers will go home with students. The expectation is that these Chromebooks return to school fully charged and ready to use for the day's learning.
Chromebooks are vital tools for developing digital literacy, creativity, and critical thinking. Students must follow the Chromebook Use Agreement which includes guidelines for care, usage, internet safety, security, software, and charging. Misuse of Chromebooks can lead to disciplinary actions. These rules and procedures reflect our commitment to providing a safe and productive learning environment.
Reporting and Supporting Each Other
Middle School is a fun and exciting time, but it is important that we take care of each other.
As social groups form, students will seek out attention and validation from one another. While this is typical of your age group, if these social relationships do not stay healthy, unnecessary drama can be created.
Before you act or before you speak, take a few breaths, and think, "who is this helping?"
Ask yourself:
1) Is this true?
2) is this helpful?
3) is this inspiring?
4) is this necessary?
5) is this kind?
If you can't say, "yes" to all of the above, then don't do or say whatever it is you are considering.
If you know about a situation between students filled with drama or emotions that you think could turn into an altercation, whether it be verbal or physical, please make sure to connect with an adult right away. Every adult in this building is trained to support you or to get you access to someone who can support you. Violence is never necessary.
At the start of every newsletter is the:
CLICK HERE for "I need to Speak to an Adult" form - this will get you help the quickest.
or
CLICK HERE for Okay2Say - this is completely anonymous (but doesn't get to principals as quickly).
Finally
We are here to help. Please make sure to follow the Hallway SOAR expectations and thank you for helping us make our school community safe!
Gator Recycling
OVMS gets money from this dumpster (by weight). We intend to use this money to fund things like our SOAR Store. Please consider dropping any paper-based recycling products in our bin.
