Orchard View Middle School

Students,

On Thursday, October 31, for Halloween, you are encouraged to dress up in costumes and come to school. Students that come to school dressed up will also earn a PRIDE POINT for their grade.

Costumes must meet the following guidelines:

• No Weapons or violent accessories of any nature
• No gore/blood
• No masks
• Costumes must be dress code appropriate
• No ridiculous inflatable costumes that take up half the hallway and cover your whole self.

We want you to have fun and show off your costumes, but we are still at school, and it is still a learning environment. Thank you for making sure we can see your faces and for being safe during your fun dress-up day.

Students,

Thursday, December 12, OVMS will be hosting a semi-formal school dance from 5:00-7:00pm here at the middle school.

The dance is open to ALL students, grades 6, 7, and 8 that meet the following criteria:

Requirements:

• No SUSPENSIONS for any reason during MP 2 (November 4 to December 11)
• All fees/fines must be paid up
• No missing library books

Dress Code:

• Must cover shoulders (can wear something over dress)
• Fingertip length
• School dress code applies to all

Tickets:

• The cost to attend the dance is $5.00
• Tickets will be sold at lunches starting in December

Students,

Many students and parents have asked about after school tutoring. Academic Support will be in the LIBRARY Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:15 to 3:15pm.

At OVMS, we have NEST (Need Extra Support Time) available starting this week on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

There will NOT be a late bus! You must have a ride.

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 that arrives early. NEST ends at 3:15pm.

Monday, October 28

Early Release

7th Grade - Boys Basketball Tryouts: 2:30-4:00pm

8th Grade - Boys Basketball Tryouts: 2:30-4:00pm

Competitive Cheer - Conditioning: 1:30-4:00pm

Tuesday, October 29

7th Grade - Boys Basketball Tryouts: 2:30-4:00pm

8th Grade - Boys Basketball Tryouts: 2:30-4:00pm

Competitive Cheer - Conditioning: 2:30-4:00pm

NEST: 2:15-3:15pm (Library)

Red Club: 2:15-3:45pm

Art Club: 2:15-3:45pm

Wednesday, October 30

7th Grade - Boys Basketball Tryouts: 2:30-4:00pm

8th Grade - Boys Basketball Tryouts: 2:30-4:00pm

Competitive Cheer - Tryouts: 2:30pm

eGaming: 2:15-3:45pm

Thursday, October 31

NEST: 2:15-3:15pm (Library)

Art Club: 2:15-3:45pm

Crochet Club: 2:15-3:15pm

Friday, November 1

LAST DAY OF MARKING PERIOD 1

Have a great weekend!!!

Chromebooks are used in Orchard View Schools in K-12 classrooms. The computers have been vital to the new curriculums and keeping up with today’s ever changing learning needs. For several years, insurance has been offered to families to help cover non-malicious damages to chromebooks.

This year, a $10 chromebook insurance fee was required for students who are in OVMS and OVHS. The fee was originally required as these devices are taken home. At this time, the required fee is now OPTIONAL.

If you would like to have a refund of your $10 insurance payment, please contact your school office. The attached list details the list of charges for your student if there is damage done to their device. Following is a short sample of those charges for accidental damage (non-malicious). These three samples are chosen because they are the most common issues. Please see the attached letter for the complete list.

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.

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 NOT BE a late 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 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.

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.

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.

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!

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.