The Trailblazers

8th Grade Band Concert
The Orange Middle School 8th grade band will perform in a joint concert with the Shanahan Middle School 8th grade band and the Westerville concert band on Monday, March 15. The performance begins at 7:00 p.m. and should last approximately one hour. The 8th grade band students should report to the band room of Orange High School at 6:30 p.m. Concert attire is blue music polo shirt, black dress pants and black (or dark) dress shoes. Students need to remember to take their music and instrument home at the end of the school day so they will have it for the performance. (Bari saxes, tubas and percussion should speak to Mrs. Cabral Hever for individual instruction.) For further information, please contact Jennifer Cabral Hever at jennifer_cabral_hever@olentangy.k12.oh.us.

OOMS PTO Summer Activities Expo
Tuesday, March 16, 2009 – 5:30pm- 8:00pm
Olentangy Orange Middle School Gymnasium and Cafeteria, 2680 E. Orange Rd., Lewis Center, 43035
See the attached flyer for additional details.

This will be the 7th annual Summer Activities Expo at Olentangy, and we expect it to be the best expo yet! Join us and learn more about camp and school-year programs available for your preschoolers through teens. Talk with the company representatives
directly, watch the on-stage demos and have the opportunity to sign up for classes and workshops on the spot. Expect to connect with 60+ local kids businesses, win prizes and have fun!

OOMS PTO 2010 Local Business Expo & Grand Prize Florida Vacation Resort Giveaway!
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 5:30pm- 8:00pm
Orange Middle School Cafeteria, 2680 E. Orange Rd., Lewis Center, 43035
See the attached flyer for additional details about the expo and your chance to win a one week stay in a beautiful Terra Verde resort (just minutes from Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World).

All proceeds are donated to the Orange M.S. Washington, D.C. Scholarship Fund.

Formed in 2005, the Orange Township Business Association (OTBA) brings together small business owners and civic groups to exchange ideas, practices and support each other. At the same time, OTBA gives back to the community that supports the small businesses and civic groups. The OTBA has been responsible for our Orange Celebration, Independence Day Parade, Santa’s Wonderland, Local Business Expo and much more. OTBA businesses are more than just local businesses, they are our neighbors. Join us at the OTBA Local Business Expo and get to know and support the businesses in our community.

Sports Schedule for March 8-12
Girls Lacrosse: 4:45-6:15 Monday-Friday
Boys Lacrosse: 7:45-9:00 Monday-Friday
Track and Field: 3:15-5:00 Inside and Outside (bring appropriate clothing)
7th Grade Softball: Tryouts Monday and Tuesday 3:15-4:45 Team Practice Friday 3:15-5:00
8th Grade Softball: Tryouts Wednesday and Thursday 3:15-4:45 Team Practice Friday 3:15-5:00
7th Grade Baseball: Tryouts Monday through Thursday 6:15-7:45
8th Grade Baseball: Tryouts 3:30-4:45 Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Tryouts will be outside so bring appropriate clothes and shoes to run on pavement.
Boys Tennis: Practice will begin Monday March 8 from 5:00-6:30 at the Orange High School Tennis Courts. You must have all paperwork in or given to the coach prior to beginning to practice.

OOHS Cheerleading
All 8th grade students interested in trying out for the 2010/2011 high school cheerleading squad must come to the student/parent meeting on Monday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the OOHS library.

Orange Middle School PTO Saturday Ice Skating Party on Saturday 3/13: Date has Changed!
Have a COOL time at the next PTO ice skating party! Students and families are invited to join their friends at Chiller North for skating and fun from 7:30 – 9:15 p.m. on Saturday, March 13. Admission is just $7.00 per person and includes skate rental! $1 of each admission will go towards the purchase of SMARTBoards by the PTO.

For admission, you must submit a flyer at the door, which is available at http://orangems.olentangypto.org If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Lisa Knapp at 740.548.7581 or lisa.f.knapp@gmail.com

Attention all parents! Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 10 to attend the first Prom for Parents dinner/dance at Medallion Country Club at 7:00 p.m. View event and registration information at http://www.promforparents.com Registration is limited to 300, so sign up today! Prom for Parents is a fund-raising event sponsored by the Orange High School Athletic Boosters

TerraNova Assessments
TerraNova assessments will take place this week. As attendance is important, please be aware of the following dates when scheduling appointments for your child.

Thursday, March 11 – 7th Grade Inview

8th Grade Band Concert
The Orange Middle School 8th grade band will perform in a joint concert with the Shanahan Middle School 8th grade band and the Westerville concert band on Monday, March 15. The performance begins at 7:00 p.m. and should last approximately one hour. The 8th grade band students should report to the band room of Orange High School at 6:30 p.m. Concert attire is blue music polo shirt, black dress pants and black (or dark) dress shoes. Students need to remember to take their music and instrument home at the end of the school day so they will have it for the performance. (Bari saxes, tubas and percussion should speak to Mrs. Cabral Hever for individual instruction.) For further information, please contact Jennifer Cabral Hever at jennifer_cabral_hever@olentangy.k12.oh.us

OOMS PTO Summer Activities Expo
Tuesday, March 16, 2009 – 5:30pm- 8:00pm
Olentangy Orange Middle School Gymnasium and Cafeteria, 2680 E. Orange Rd., Lewis Center, 43035
See the attached flyer for additional details.

This will be the 7th annual Summer Activities Expo at Olentangy, and we expect it to be the best expo yet! Join us and learn more about camp and school-year programs available for your preschoolers through teens. Talk with the company representatives
directly, watch the on-stage demos and have the opportunity to sign up for classes and workshops on the spot. Expect to connect with 60+ local kids businesses, win prizes and have fun!

Volunteers Needed for the Summer EXPO
The summer EXPO is March 16th from 5:30-8:00 at OOMS. We are in need of parent volunteers to make this a success. This is a large money maker for the PTO as well as the Washington, D.C. Scholarship Fund. The times and duties are listed below. If you are able to help or have questions, please e-mail Korinne Gilliam at roko4@msn.com

4:00 – 6:00 – REGISTRATION & INFORMATION DESK (2 volunteers)
4:00 – 6:00 – MANAGE STUDENT VOLUNTEERS (1 volunteer)
6:00 – 8:00 – MANAGE STUDENT VOLUNTEERS (1 volunteer)
5:30 – 8:15 – RAFFLE TABLE (1 volunteer)
5:30 – 8:00 – DEMO SCHEDULE (1 volunteer)
5:30 – 8:00 – SOUND SYSTEM (1 volunter)
5:30 – 8:00 – MISC (1 volunteer)

OOMS PTO 2010 Local Business Expo
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 5:30pm- 8:00pm
Orange Middle School Cafeteria, 2680 E. Orange Rd., Lewis Center, 43035
See the attached flyer for additional details.

All proceeds are donated to the Orange M.S. Washington, D.C. Scholarship Fund.

Formed in 2005, the Orange Township Business Association (OTBA) brings together small business owners and civic groups to exchange ideas, practices and support each other. At the same time, OTBA gives back to the community that supports the small businesses and civic groups. The OTBA has been responsible for our Orange Celebration, Independence Day Parade, Santa’s Wonderland, Local Business Expo and much more. OTBA businesses are more than just local businesses, they are our neighbors. Join us at the OTBA Local Business Expo and get to know and support the businesses in our community.

Sports Schedule for March 8-12
Girls Lacrosse: 4:45-6:15 Monday-Friday
Boys Lacrosse: 7:45-9:00 Monday-Friday
Track and Field: 3:15-5:00 Inside and Outside (bring appropriate clothing)
7th Grade Softball: Tryouts Monday and Tuesday 3:15-4:45 Team Practice Friday 3:15-5:00
8th Grade Softball: Tryouts Wednesday and Thursday 3:15-4:45 Team Practice Friday 3:15-5:00
7th Grade Baseball: Tryouts Monday through Thursday 6:15-7:45
8th Grade Baseball: Tryouts 3:30-4:45 Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Tryouts will be outside so bring appropriate clothes and shoes to run on pavement.
Boys Tennis: Practice will begin Monday March 8 from 5:00-6:30 at the Orange High School Tennis Courts. You must have all paperwork in or given to the coach prior to beginning to practice.

OOHS Cheerleading
All 8th grade students interested in trying out for the 2010/2011 high school cheerleading squad must come to the student/parent meeting on Monday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the OOHS library.

OOHS Prom for Parents
Attention all parents! Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 10 to attend the first Prom for Parents dinner/dance at Medallion Country Club at 7:00 p.m. View event and registration information at http://www.promforparents.com Registration is limited to 300, so sign up today! Prom for Parents is a fund-raising event for the Orange High School Athletic Boosters.

The Orange Middle School 8th grade band will perform in a joint concert with the Shanahan Middle School 8th grade band and the Westerville concert band on Monday, March 15. The performance begins at 7:00 p.m. and should last approximately one hour.

The 8th grade band students should report to the band room of Orange High School at 6:30 p.m. Concert attire is blue music polo shirt, black dress pants and black (or dark) dress shoes. Students need to remember to take their music and instrument home at the end of the school day so they will have it for the performance. (Bari saxes, tubas and percussion should speak to Mrs. Cabral Hever for individual instruction.)

For further information, please contact Jennifer Cabral Hever at jennifer_cabral_hever@olentangy.k12.oh.us

TerraNova Assessments
TerraNova assessments will take place this week. As attendance is important, please be aware of the following dates when scheduling appointments for your child.

Tuesday, March 9 – 6th and 7th grade Math
Wednesday, March 10 – 6th and 7th grade Science and Social Studies
Wednesday, March 10 – 8th grade Social Studies
Thursday, March 11 – 7th Grade Inview

OOMS PTO Summer Activities Expo
Tuesday, March 16, 2009 – 5:30pm- 8:00pm
Olentangy Orange Middle School Gymnasium and Cafeteria, 2680 E. Orange Rd., Lewis Center, 43035
See the attached flyer for additional details.

This will be the 7th annual Summer Activities Expo at Olentangy, and we expect it to be the best expo yet! Join us and learn more about camp and school-year programs available for your preschoolers through teens. Talk with the company representatives
directly, watch the on-stage demos and have the opportunity to sign up for classes and workshops on the spot. Expect to connect with 60+ local kids businesses, win prizes and have fun!

OOMS PTO 2010 Local Business Expo
Tuesday, March 16, 2010 5:30pm- 8:00pm
Orange Middle School Cafeteria, 2680 E. Orange Rd., Lewis Center, 43035
See the attached flyer for additional details.

All proceeds are donated to the Orange M.S. Washington, D.C. Scholarship Fund.

Formed in 2005, the Orange Township Business Association (OTBA) brings together small business owners and civic groups to exchange ideas, practices and support each other. At the same time, OTBA gives back to the community that supports the small businesses and civic groups. The OTBA has been responsible for our Orange Celebration, Independence Day Parade, Santa’s Wonderland, Local Business Expo and much more. OTBA businesses are more than just local businesses, they are our neighbors. Join us at the OTBA Local Business Expo and get to know and support the businesses in our community.

Sports Schedule for March 8-12
Girls Lacrosse: 4:45-6:15 Monday-Friday
Boys Lacrosse: 7:45-9:00 Monday-Friday
Track and Field: 3:15-5:00 Inside and Outside (bring appropriate clothing)
7th Grade Softball: Tryouts Monday and Tuesday 3:15-4:45 Team Practice Friday 3:15-5:00
8th Grade Softball: Tryouts Wednesday and Thursday 3:15-4:45 Team Practice Friday 3:15-5:00
7th Grade Baseball: Tryouts Monday through Thursday 6:15-7:45
8th Grade Baseball: Tryouts 3:30-4:45 Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Tryouts will be outside so bring appropriate clothes and shoes to run on pavement.
Boys Tennis: Practice will begin Monday March 8 from 5:00-6:30 at the Orange High School Tennis Courts. You must have all paperwork in or given to the coach prior to beginning to practice.

OOHS Cheerleading
All 8th grade students interested in trying out for the 2010/2011 high school cheerleading squad must come to the student/parent meeting on Monday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the OOHS library.

TerraNova assessments will take place this week. As attendance is important, please be aware of the following dates when scheduling appointments for your child.

Monday, March 8 – 6th and 7th grade Reading
Tuesday, March 9 – 6th and 7th grade Math
Wednesday, March 10 – 6th and 7th grade Science and Social Studies
Wednesday, March 10 – 8th grade Social Studies
Thursday, March 11 – 7th Grade Inview

Sports Schedule for March 8-12
Girls Lacrosse: 4:45-6:15 Monday-Friday
Boys Lacrosse: 7:45-9:00 Monday-Friday
Track and Field: 3:15-5:00 Inside and Outside (bring appropriate clothing)
7th Grade Softball: Tryouts Monday and Tuesday 3:15-4:45 Team Practice Friday 3:15-5:00
8th Grade Softball: Tryouts Wednesday and Thursday 3:15-4:45 Team Practice Friday 3:15-5:00
7th Grade Baseball: Tryouts Monday through Thursday 6:15-7:45
8th Grade Baseball: Tryouts 3:30-4:45 Monday, Tuesday and Thursday Tryouts will be outside so bring appropriate clothes and shoes to run on pavement.
Boys Tennis: Practice will begin Monday March 8 from 5:00-6:30 at the Orange High School Tennis Courts. You must have all paperwork in or given to the coach prior to beginning to practice.

OOHS Cheerleading
All 8th grade students interested in trying out for the 2010/2011 high school cheerleading squad must come to the student/parent meeting on Monday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the OOHS library.

Robotics Club
Robotics Club has been rescheduled to Thursday, March 4.

Drama Club Performance
The Orange Middle School Drama Club presents Death to the Drama Club this Friday and Saturday, March 5 and 6 at 7:00 p.m. in the cafe. Tickets are $3 for students/kids and $5 for adults.

Lost and Found Items
Lost and found items will be in the atrium this week, March 2 – March 5. Please stop and take a look to see if you or your child have misplaced any items. All remaining items will be donated this Friday, March 5.

6th, 7th and Jazz Band Concert
The 6th, 7th and Jazz Bands have been working hard to prepare for our concert on March 7! It’s hard to believe that it is right around the corner. The concert will take place at Orange High School on Sunday, March 7, 2010. Students should arrive by 6:30 p.m. and report to the band room. The performance begins at 7:00 p.m. The concert will last approximately 1 hour. We will wear our concert attire of blue Orange M.S. Music polo shirt, black pants or long black skirt, dark dress shoes.

If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Cabral Hever at (614)946-8490 or jennifer_cabral_hever@olentangy.k12.oh.us or blazerband@sbcglobal.net

OOHS Prom for Parents
Attention all parents! Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 10 to attend the first Prom for Parents dinner/dance at Medallion Country Club at 7:00 p.m. View event and registration information at http://www.promforparents.com Registration is limited to 300, so sign up today! Prom for Parents is a fund-raising event for the Orange High School Athletic Boosters.

OOHS Golf
Eighth grade girls interested in playing golf next fall should attend a meeting at the high school on Thursday, March 4 in Coach Phillips’ room, 2222, at 3:40 p.m. You will receive fund-raising materials and summer dates that you need to know. If you cannot make it but are still interested, contact Coach Phillips at the high school or via e-mail.

OOMS PTO Book Fair
The Book Fair runs through Thursday March 4. We will be open from 7:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m. with the except of conference nights, which we will stay open until 7:45 p.m. Penny Wars will take place during lunch from from Wednesday, February 24th through Wednesday, March 3rd. Money from the Penny Wars will be used to give more students a chance to participate in the Book Fair and add books to the school library. The winning team will get to select their amount of contribution in books for their classroom. Scholastic will match the contributions and help out another organization that can use more books.

Orange Middle School PTO Saturday Ice Skating Party on Saturday 3/13: Date has Changed!
Have a COOL time at the next PTO ice skating party! Students and families are invited to join their friends at Chiller North for skating and fun from 7:30 – 9:15 p.m. on Saturday, March 13. Admission is just $7.00 per person and includes skate rental! $1 of each admission will go towards the purchase of SMARTBoards by the PTO.

For admission, you must submit a flyer at the door, which is available at http://orangems.olentangypto.org If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Lisa Knapp at 740.548.7581 or lisa.f.knapp@gmail.com