Ordean East Middle School News

Dear OEMS Students and Families,

It's with a mix of gratitude and excitement that I'm writing to you today. I want to express my deepest appreciation for the wonderful year I've had as your Dean of Students. Joining the OEMS family after my time at Moose Lake Elementary has been an incredibly rewarding experience, and I feel truly fortunate to have been a part of this amazing community.

I've been so inspired by the incredible students, supportive families, and dedicated staff here. I've learned and grown so much as an educator, and I will always cherish the memories we've made together.

I've accepted the position of Elementary Principal at Moose Lake Elementary. As a proud resident of Moose Lake, with my own children attending the schools, this opportunity felt like a perfect fit for my family and my career.

My last day at OEMS will be Friday, March 28th. Until then, I'm committed to continuing my work as your Dean of Students with the same dedication and enthusiasm I've shown throughout the year. I'm excited to finish this chapter strong and support our students and families in every way possible during my remaining time here.

I will forever treasure the time I've spent at OEMS. Thank you for making this year so special.

Warmly,

Charlie Borak

Dean of Students, OEMS

Please remember that Spring Conferences are coming up at Ordean East. The link to sign up for conferences is below. If you are unable to find a spot for a specific teacher, please feel free to reach out to them directly. Thank you and we're looking forward to seeing you soon.

Spring Conference Sign-Up Link

Ordean East Student Council is hosting a food drive! The drive will run from March 3-13 and benefit CHUM. Your generosity can help change lives. Stay tuned for more information and check out the flyer below!

The OEMS Orchestra concert is happening on Tuesday, March 11 at 7:00 P.M.

Ticket price is $5.00 for adults. Students/children are free. We hope to see you there!

The 7th grade social studies classes have been learning about black historical figures in U.S. History. Using the block day, students picked a person to research and created a trading card based on that person. See the results below!

Check out the article below featuring our very own Teri Glembin for her incredible Dala artwork. Teri works at Ordean East as a paraprofessional and owns Bloom in Art Studio. We are so proud of her for this awesome accomplishment. Beautiful work, Teri!

https://www.duluthnewstribune.com/lifestyle/pandemic-doodle-project-becomes-side-hustle-for-duluthian

Mar 1st - National History Day Competition

University of Minnesota Duluth Campus

Mar 6th - OEMS PTA Meeting

6:00 PM - Room 2131

Mar. 11th-18th - District Student Art Exhibition

Miller Hill Mall (Barnes & Noble Court)

Mar. 11th - OEMS Orchestra Concert

7:00 PM - OEMS Gymnasium

May 6th - New Student Open House

Join us for the 2025 Duluth Public Schools Student Art Exhibition at the Miller Hill Mall Barnes & Noble Court from March 11-18. The show will feature art from students across the district and will culminate in a reception from 5-7 PM on March 18th. Come out and support our amazing students!

OEMS Huskies Fiddle Band Club

Instructor: Tami Nelson - OEMS Orchestra Director

​Huskies Fiddle Band is a club that invites anyone to come and learn some folk music, how to jam, and to prepare for performances in school and in the community! What instrument can join? If it has strings it will work! Banjo, mandolin, ukulele, banjolin, manobass or any other stringed/fretted instrument. Irish drum, too.

This is not a beginning instrument class. You must know how to play your instrument a bit. We will learn to play melody and harmony and how to chop and play chords for back-up. You don’t need to be amazing. You just need to LOVE playing and want to learn a new tune by ear or with music.

Requirement: Have your own instrument, practice at home and have fun learning new music with new and old friends.

Where:Orchestra Room #3440

When: Thursdays, March 6 - May 15, 3:30-4:30 PM (no class: 3/13, 4/3)

Cost: $25

Class # 1915 -Spring-2025

Registration online through Duluth Community Education:

https://duluth.ce.eleyo.com/course/2011/spring-summer-25/oems-huskies-fiddle-band-club

Contact Julie Gandt at 218-336-8760 x1, Room 2135 with questions or to register.

Here is a link to scholarship information for anyone who would like to apply:

Youth Duluth Community Education Fee Assistance

Parents and Students: Please watch for upcoming announcements each week about our track season. Our coach has not been confirmed yet, but when that happens, there will be a link for track sign-ups in the S'more! The season will start late March.

Members of History Day Club will be competing at the regional level at the University of Minnesota Duluth on Saturday, March 1st. Please wish these students good luck at the competition!

Alaina O, Luci L, Ella M, Ariana S, Kai C, Louisa M, Jamie K, Liv D, Teak S, Sadie P, Laila D, Amelia O, Fima K-G, Gemma K, and Emma B.

Email: ordeaneast@isd709.org
Website: https://ordeaneast.isd709.org/
Phone: 218-336-8940