Monday, December 16

• 7th Girls Basketball vs Chehalis Middle School at OBJH at 4:00PM
• 8th Girls Basketball vs Chehalis Middle School at OBJH at 5:15PM

Tuesday, December 17

• 7th Girls Basketball vs. Elma Middle School at Elma Middle School Gym at 4:00PM
• 8th Girls Basketball vs. Rochester Middle School at Elma Middle School Gym at 5:15PM
• OBJH Band Concert at Shelton HS Starting at 7PM

Wednesday, December 18

• Attendance Bingo Social Reward

Thursday, December 19

• Student Recognition Assembly
• After-School Winter Social at 2:45PM to 4:45PM

Friday, December 20

• Reading Challenge Reward: 8th Grade First to 10,000 pages read.
• 3 Hour Early Release: Students are out at 11:25AM

Upcoming Dates

• January 6th 2025- Welcome to the New Year: Back to School 🙂
• Jan 14 School Board Meeting
• Jan 15 1.5 Hour Early Release

As we head into the week before the holiday break, we want to take a moment to thank you for your partnership and support throughout this school year. This season is a wonderful time to celebrate accomplishments, reflect on growth, and look forward to the opportunities ahead.

To help your student transition smoothly into the holiday break and back into school afterward, we encourage you to focus on maintaining some consistent routines:

• Sleep Schedules: Regular sleep patterns help students feel rested and ready to learn, even after a break.

• Quality Time: Use this time to connect as a family, whether through shared meals, games, or special traditions.

• Intentional Reading: Encourage your student to enjoy a good book or spend some quiet time reading to keep their minds engaged and curious.

Our team is looking forward to making this week meaningful and fun for students while continuing to support their learning. Thank you for your dedication to your student’s success and for being such an integral part of our school community.

Wishing you and your family a joyful and restful holiday season!

Mrs. Marshall - Principal

Ms. G - Assistant Principal

Mrs. Pingel - Dean of Students

As we prepare to welcome students back after the holiday break, we want to share a few important reminders about school policies that help create a positive and productive learning environment.

This coming January, we will focus on reinforcing expectations in the following areas:

1. Cell Phones and Earbuds:

• Cell phones and earbuds should only be put away in lockers between the hours of 7:55-2:25. These policies are in place to minimize distractions and ensure students are fully engaged in learning.

2. Hallway Behavior:

• Students are expected to use respectful and purposeful behavior in the hallways. This means walking calmly, staying to the right, and moving promptly to their destinations.

3. Bathroom Use:

• We continue to face challenges with vandalism and destruction in our school bathrooms. This is unacceptable, and we will be working closely with students to reinforce the importance of respecting school property. Misuse of the bathrooms will result in consequences, and additional supervision may be implemented as needed.

Your support in discussing these expectations at home is invaluable. When families and school staff work together to emphasize the importance of these policies, we create a stronger and safer environment for all students.

Thank you for your partnership in helping us maintain a positive school culture. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

We have an exciting week leading into winter break! Here’s what you need to know:

1. SPIRIT WEEK

2. OBJH BAND PERFORMANCE

• TUESDAY December 17th 7pm SHS

• Date: Thursday, December 19th
• Time: 2:30–4:30 PM (Activity bus available for transportation)
• Tickets: $5, available for purchase at the office window

• Date: Wednesday, December 18th
• A fun event for students with less than 5 unexcused absences in November and December.

• Date: Thursday, December 19th
• Celebrating our students' achievements and efforts this trimester.

• Reading Challenge Reward: 8th Grade First to 10,000 pages read.
• Students will have a 3-hour early release- 11:25 dismissal.

Thank you for your ongoing support, and we look forward to celebrating with your students as we wrap up the year!

Looking to cheer on our student-athletes? Stay in the loop with all the upcoming games, matches, and meets by checking out our sports calendar. Click the link below to view the schedule and make plans to support our teams. Go, Timberwolves! 🐾

We want all our students at OBJ to spend 30 minutes reading at home each day. It’s a wonderful way to build strong reading skills, expand their imagination, and enjoy some quiet, focused time.

This small daily habit can make a big difference in fostering a love for reading and supporting the great work they’re doing in the classroom. Whether it’s a favorite novel, a graphic novel, or an engaging nonfiction book, every minute spent reading adds up!

Let’s work together to make reading a fun and valuable part of every day. Happy reading! 📚

Great news — next week's school meal menu is up! Curious to see what's cooking? Just click on the link below and take a look. It’s a fantastic way to chat with your kiddos about their favorite school meals and make sure there’s something on the menu they’ll be excited about.

The next meeting is coming up on Jan 8 at OBJH.

If you have any questions or are interested in helping out, feel free to reach out. We’ll also send regular email newsletters with updates on upcoming events. Here are a few important things to keep in mind:

• You can buy shirts and hoodies year-round at SheltonShirts.
• Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook to stay up-to-date.
• We are looking for a volunteer to serve as our treasurer or secretary.

Aimee Rowland, President

Amy Cooper, Vice-President

Sheila Corson, Secretary-Treasurer

Stay informed and celebrate the great things happening at "The Bay" by liking and following our official Oakland Bay Junior High (OBJH) Facebook pages!

Our pages are your one-stop hub for recognizing student achievements, sharing important updates, and keeping the community in the loop. Don’t miss out on event highlights, school news, and essential communication from OBJH.

Join us online and become an active part of our vibrant school community!

Updates + Communication OBJH Facebook

Follow OBJH PTSO on Facebook

Represent the Bay with Pride

Order Online All Year! SheltonShirts.

If you’re interested in getting involved, we encourage you to fill out our volunteer packet. Whether it’s assisting with events, supporting classroom activities, or helping out in other areas, your time and talents make a big difference.

Volunteer Packet

Paquete de Voluntarios