Orange Middle School Library will be open August 16, 2010 – August 19, 2010 from 9am – 12noon so students can checkout books before school starts. Stop by before school officially starts and get a jump start on your reading!

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

OOHS Girls Tennis
Olentangy Orange High School is seeking girls who are interested in playing tennis this fall. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the tennis team, please email Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com . There will be open sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin August 2. Practices will begin on Monday, August 9. Once a a potential list has been created, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

PTO News

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer at teresankids@aol.com

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year
Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

Summer Sports Camps

Volleyball Camps
OOHS will be hosting two volleyball camps this summer. Registration forms and additional information are available at http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/summer/sportcampOOHS.html.

Orange Middle School – July 6 – 9, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. there will be a camp for students entering grades 9 – 12 from. The cost is $55.
Orange High School – On July 26 – 29, 9 a.m.-11a.m. there will be a camp for students entering grades 4 – 8 grades. The cost is $50

Basketball Camp
Mark your calendars! OOHS has announced that the girls summer basketball camp will be June 21-24 for players entering grades 1 through 8. Registrations forms and additional information are available at http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/summer/sportcampOOHS.html

Girls Volleyball
Eighth grade Coach, Jennifer Burris Green’s e-mail has changed. You can now contact her at jennifer_green@olentangy.k12.oh.us

Girls Basektball
Now through the end of the school year, Orange High School is hosting open gyms for current 7th and 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball. The open gyms are being held at Orange High School on Tuesdays and Thursdays right after school until 4:30. Current 8th grade girls interested in playing basketball for the high school next year are encouraged to attend.

Boys Lacrosse Camp
The 1st lacrosse camp for boys in grades 3 through 9 (2010-2011) will take place June 28 – July 1, 2010. The camp is hosted by the Orange High School Lacrosse Boosters. Registration information is available in the school office or on the district Web site at www.olentangy.k12.oh.us

Youth Soccer Camp
The 7th annual youth soccer camp for boys and girls in grades K-8 will take place July 12 through 16, 2010. The camp is hosted by the OHS and OOHS soccer programs. For additional information, visit the Olentangy soccer Web site at www.olentangysoccer.com.

August Preview
To help with vacation and shopping plans, here is a preview of our August schedule. All times are to be determined.

Monday, August 16 – OOMS 6th grade students attending Orange High School W.E.B. orientation
Tuesday, August 17 – 8th grade schedule pick up, school portraits and student ID photographs
Wednesday, August 18 – 7th grade schedule pick up, school portraits and student ID photographs
Thursday, August 19 – OOMS 6th grade W.E.B. orientation, school portraits and student ID photographs

Kroger and Meijer Earnings
If you already shop at Kroger or Meijer, then make sure to register your Kroger Plus card and Meijer card to earn money for your child’s Washington, D.C. trip. Log onto their Web sites and enter your information through the community rewards link. Make sure to register with OOMS. When your card is registered, your name and earnings will show up on the monthly statements. However, if your last name is different from your child’s, then you need to notify the Scrip coordinator. If you have friends or relatives applying credit with their cards, and last names are different, that information also needs to be provided to the coordinator to make sure that the student receives the credit. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Christie at 740-549-4921or achristi@insight.rr.com

Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. today.

Library News
All library books are due. Please remind your child to return any library books as soon as possible.

Orange Middle School Library will be open August 16, 2010 – August 19, 2010 from 9am – 12noon so students can checkout books before school starts. Stop by before school officially starts and get a jump start on your reading!

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

OOHS Girls Tennis
Olentangy Orange High School is seeking girls who are interested in playing tennis this fall. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the tennis team, please email Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com . There will be open sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin August 2. Practices will begin on Monday, August 9. Once a a potential list has been created, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

PTO News

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer at teresankids@aol.com

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year
Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159 if you are interested.

The order form is attached and is available in the office. Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. on June 4.

Library News
All library books are due. Please remind your child to return any library books as soon as possible.

Orange Middle School Library will be open August 16, 2010 – August 19, 2010 from 9am – 12noon so students can checkout books before school starts. Stop by before school officially starts and get a jump start on your reading!

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

OOHS Girls Tennis
Olentangy Orange High School is seeking girls who are interested in playing tennis this fall. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the tennis team, please email Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com . There will be open sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin August 2. Practices will begin on Monday, August 9. Once a a potential list has been created, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be on display on the stage this Thursday, May 27 through Thursday, June 3. All items will be donated to charity at the end of the day on June 3. If you child is missing eye glasses, please ask them to stop by the guidance office.

PTO News

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer at teresankids@aol.com

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year

Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

The order form is available in the office. Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. on June 4.

Library News
All library books are due. Please remind your child to return any library books as soon as possible.

Orange Middle School Library will be open August 16, 2010 – August 19, 2010 from 9am – 12noon so students can checkout books before school starts. Stop by before school officially starts and get a jump start on your reading!

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

OOHS Girls Tennis
Olentangy Orange High School is seeking girls who are interested in playing tennis this fall. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the tennis team, please email Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com . There will be open sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin August 2. Practices will begin on Monday, August 9. Once a a potential list has been created, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be on display on the stage this Thursday, May 27 through Thursday, June 3. All items will be donated to charity at the end of the day on June 3. If you child is missing eye glasses, please ask them to stop by the guidance office.

PTO News

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer at teresankids@aol.com

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year

Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

Orange High School Tennis
Olentangy Orange High School is seeking girls who are interested in playing tennis this fall. If your daughter is interested in trying out for the tennis team, please email Mark Latham at mlatham1@columbus.rr.com . There will be open sessions during the summer months (times and dates to be determined). Conditioning will begin August 2. Practices will begin on Monday, August 9. Once a a potential list has been created, Coach Latham will send detailed program information.

8th Grade Washington, D.C. Photo and DVD
Keep the memories alive; order your Washington, D.C.photograph or DVD before June 4. Our entire group had their photograph taken on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, and the photo is available in glossy 4″ x 6″ or 8″ x 10″ format. Trip highlights are documented in the Orange Middle School DC Tour 2010 DVD.

The order form is attached and is available in the office. Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. on June 4.

Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be on display on the stage through Thursday, June 3. All items will be donated to charity at the end of the day on June 3. If you child is missing eye glasses, please ask them to stop by the guidance office.

PTO News

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer teresankids@aol.com

8th Grade Pool Party
PTO is in need of 8th grade parents to donate 16 ounce bottles of water for the 8th grade pool party. All donations need to be brought to the school office and marked “8th grade pool party”. Donations need to be turned in to the office by Friday, June 4, 2010. Approximately 320 students will be attending the pool party. Thanks in advance for donating cases of water for the pool party!

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year
Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

Summer Sports Camps

Volleyball Camps
OOHS will be hosting two volleyball camps this summer. Registration forms and additional information are available at http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/summer/sportcampOOHS.html

Orange Middle School – July 6 – 9, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. there will be a camp for students entering grades 9 – 12 from. The cost is $55.
Orange High School – On July 26 – 29, 9 a.m.-11a.m. there will be a camp for students entering grades 4 – 8 grades. The cost is $50

Basketball Camp
Girls summer basketball camp will be June 21-24 for players entering grades 1 through 8. Registrations forms and additional information are available at http://www.olentangy.k12.oh.us/summer/sportcampOOHS.html

Girls Volleyball
Eighth grade Coach, Jennifer Burris Green’s e-mail has changed. You can now contact her at jennifer_green@olentangy.k12.oh.us

Boys Lacrosse Camp
The 1st lacrosse camp for boys in grades 3 through 9 (2010-2011) will take place June 28 – July 1, 2010. The camp is hosted by the Orange High School Lacrosse Boosters. Registration information is available in the school office or on the district Web site at www.olentangy.k12.oh.us

Youth Soccer Camp
The 7th annual youth soccer camp for boys and girls in grades K-8 will take place July 12 through 16, 2010. The camp is hosted by the OHS and OOHS soccer programs. For additional information, visit the Olentangy soccer Web site at www.olentangysoccer.com

August Preview
To help with vacation and shopping plans, here is a preview of our August schedule. All times are to be determined.

Monday, August 16 – OOMS 6th grade students attending Orange High School W.E.B. orientation
Tuesday, August 17 – 8th grade schedule pick up, school portraits and student ID photographs
Wednesday, August 18 – 7th grade schedule pick up, school portraits and student ID photographs
Thursday, August 19 – OOMS 6th grade W.E.B. orientation, school portraits and student ID photographs

Ink Cartridges
If you have and used ink cartridges….we want them! There is a collection box in the lobby next to the main office at OOMS. Cartridge World will collect them and OOMS PTO receives money back for each cartridge…supporting our school. Please put the used cartridge in a baggie or cartridge box and drop it in the collection box. Cartridges of all kinds are accepted. If you have questions, please contact – Teresa Palmer – teresankids@aol.com

Kroger and Meijer Earnings
If you already shop at Kroger or Meijer, then make sure to register your Kroger Plus card and Meijer card to earn money for your child’s Washington, D.C. trip. Log onto their Web sites and enter your information through the community rewards link. Make sure to register with OOMS. When your card is registered, your name and earnings will show up on the monthly statements. However, if your last name is different from your child’s, then you need to notify the Scrip coordinator. If you have friends or relatives applying credit with their cards, and last names are different, that information also needs to be provided to the coordinator to make sure that the student receives the credit. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Christie at 740-549-4921or achristi@insight.rr.com

SCRIP Program
The Scrip program is another great way to earn money for the D.C. trip. You can purchase gift cards at face value and your child will get 2% deposited directly into their account. There are numerous retailers, restaurants and services available. Orders placed by noon every Friday will be ready for pick up the following Friday. Order forms and a drop box are available in the office. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Christie at 740-549-4921 or achristi@insight.rr.com

Orange Middle School is looking forward to honoring your 8th grade students for their work as middle school students. On June 7, we will be hosting our first annual 8th Grade Farewell Breakfast, which will be followed by our 8th Grade Student Recognition Celebration.

At 8:15 A.M. our 8th grade students will gather in the cafeteria for their class breakfast/class meeting. This will give them the opportunity to sit together hear about their accomplishments as a group and recognize the positive impact they have had on our building. During this time, we will also view the Washington D.C. highlight video. After breakfast has concluded, we will hold our Recognition Celebration at 9:10 A.M. for our students. Parents who’s children will be receiving an award will receive an invitation letter by the end of next week. We encourage all parents who receive the invitation to attend.

In years past, we have held this event in the evening. However we felt that it was extremely important to recognize our students for their tremendous accomplishments as a group, while giving their classmates a chance to recognize them for their individual accomplishments as well.

Have a great and safe Memorial Weekend!

Brian J. Lidle, Principal

8th Grade Washington, D.C. Photo and DVD
Keep the memories alive; order your Washington, D.C.photograph or DVD before June 4. Our entire group had their photograph taken on the steps of the U.S. Capitol, and the photo is available in glossy 4″ x 6″ or 8″ x 10″ format. Trip highlights are documented in the Orange Middle School DC Tour 2010 DVD.

The order form is available in the office. Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. on June 4.

Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be on display on the stage this Thursday, May 27 through Thursday, June 3. All items will be donated to charity at the end of the day on June 3. If you child is missing eye glasses, please ask them to stop by the guidance office.

Orange High School Football
There is a mandatory player/parent meeting Thursday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m. in the OOHS auditorium.

Orange High School Ice Hockey
Eighth grade students interested in trying out for the Orange High School JV/Varsity ice hockey team should come to a brief meeting in the OOMS gym on Thursday, May 27 at 8:05 a.m. This is a student-only meeting; a parent meeting will be held within the next few weeks.

Art Advisory
The art advisory program is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The art advisory program is an enrichment program for 7th and 8th grade students who show an appitutide and appreciation for art. The application is a two-part process including a questionaire and two drawings. The application process is open to any current 6th or 7th grade student at OOMS and applications are DUE THURSDAY, MAY 27th. You may pickup an application and drawing paper from Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney at OOMS. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney.

PTO News

OOMS at Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort
Bring your kids to Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort for some indoor water park fun! Students and their families are invited to join their friends at Fort Rapids this Friday, May 28, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fort Rapids is located at 5460 Hilton Corporate Drive. A waiver MUST be signed by each parent. The forms are available at Fort Rapids or http://orangems.olentangypto.org/

Admission is just $11 per person (normally $26)! Admission is free for children ages four and under. To receive this special admission, you must state that you are with Olentangy. $1 of each admission will go toward the purchase of SmartBoards by the PTO.

If you have any questions or need additional information or a waiver, please contact Lisa Knapp at 740-548-7581, 614-425-1549, or lisa.f.knapp@gmail.com. If possible, please RSVP to Lisa Knapp. For additional information about the park, visit http://www.fortrapids.com/, or call them at 614.868.1380.

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer [eresankids@aol.com

8th Grade Pool Party
PTO is in need of 8th grade parents to donate 16 ounce bottles of water for the 8th grade pool party. All donations need to be brought to the school office and marked “8th grade pool party”. Donations need to be turned in to the office by Friday, June 4, 2010. Approximately 320 students will be attending the pool party. Thanks in advance for donating cases of water for the pool party!

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year
Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org. Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

The order form is attached and is available in the office. Orders are due by 3:00 p.m. on June 4.

Lost and Found
Lost and found items will be on display on the stage this Thursday, May 27 through Thursday, June 3. All items will be donated to charity at the end of the day on June 3. If you child is missing eye glasses, please ask them to stop by the guidance office.

Orange High School Football
There is a mandatory player/parent meeting Thursday, May 27 at 7:00 p.m. in the OOHS auditorium.

Orange High School Ice Hockey
Eighth grade students interested in trying out for the Orange High School JV/Varsity ice hockey team should come to a brief meeting in the OOMS gym on Thursday, May 27 at 8:05 a.m. This is a student-only meeting; a parent meeting will be held within the next few weeks.

Back To School Supply Kits Pre-Sale
Reminder – the order forms and payments are due back on Thursday, May 27th. You should have received your order form last week. If you need another copy, please visit the PTO website at http://orangems.olentangypto.org and print one off and send it in with your student. Keep in mind, the grade listed on the form is the grade your student will be in NEXT year. There are NO pre-sale kits available for 8th grade students next year. If your child is a 6th grader housed at the the high school next year, the form will say HS on it. Also, the Berkshire student kits include all of their supplies. The students housed at Orange Middle will have supplemental supplies they will need to purchase, once they find out their team at WEB orientation. All school supplies will be available for pick up on your schedule pick-up day or WEB orientation day in August. Any questions, please contact Tracy Whitlock at twwhitlock@comcast.net

Athletic Physicals
Will your student need a physical for the 2010-2011 school year? All students who will be participating in a sport in the 2010-2011 school year must have a physical on file prior to participation (including tryouts). On Wednesday, May 26 OOHS will conduct physicals from 6:00pm – 9:00pm. The cost is $10 per athlete. A parent/guardian must sign the completed medical history form, physical form and OHSAA authorization form. Physical forms are available online at http://www.ohsaa.org/medicine/PPE.pdf The forms will also be available the night of the physicals. If you have any questions, please contact Jayson Wolshire, OOHS trainer, at 740-657-5146.

Art Advisory
The art advisory program is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The art advisory program is an enrichment program for 7th and 8th grade students who show an appitutide and appreciation for art. The application is a two-part process including a questionaire and two drawings. The application process is open to any current 6th or 7th grade student at OOMS and applications are DUE THURSDAY, MAY 27th. You may pickup an application and drawing paper from Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney at OOMS. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney.

PTO News

OOMS at Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort
Bring your kids to Fort Rapids Indoor Waterpark Resort for some indoor water park fun! Students and their families are invited to join their friends at Fort Rapids this Friday, May 28, 2010, from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Fort Rapids is located at 5460 Hilton Corporate Drive. A waiver MUST be signed by each parent. The forms are available at Fort Rapids or http://orangems.olentangypto.org/

Admission is just $11 per person (normally $26)! Admission is free for children ages four and under. To receive this special admission, you must state that you are with Olentangy. $1 of each admission will go toward the purchase of SmartBoards by the PTO.

If you have any questions or need additional information or a waiver, please contact Lisa Knapp at 740-548-7581, 614-425-1549, or lisa.f.knapp@gmail.com. If possible, please RSVP to Lisa Knapp. For additional information about the park, visit http://www.fortrapids.com/ or call them at 614.868.1380.

Student Directory
Last Chance! School directories are available at the school store for $2.00. If you have any questions, please contact Teresa Palmer teresankids@aol.com

8th Grade Pool Party
PTO is in need of 8th grade parents to donate 16 ounce bottles of water for the 8th grade pool party. All donations need to be brought to the school office and marked “8th grade pool party”. Donations need to be turned in to the office by Friday, June 4, 2010. Approximately 320 students will be attending the pool party. Thanks in advance for donating cases of water for the pool party!

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

OOMS PTO Volunteers Needed for Next Year
Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

Athletic Physicals
Will your student need a physical for the 2010-2011 school year? All students who will be participating in a sport in the 2010-2011 school year must have a physical on file prior to participation (including tryouts). On Wednesday, May 26 OOHS will conduct physicals from 6:00pm – 9:00pm. The cost is $10 per athlete. A parent/guardian must sign the completed medical history form, physical form and OHSAA authorization form. Physical forms are available online at http://www.ohsaa.org/medicine/PPE.pdf The forms will also be available the night of the physicals. If you have any questions, please contact Jayson Wolshire, OOHS trainer, at 740-657-5146.

8th Grade Pool Party
PTO is in need of 8th grade parents to donate 16 ounce bottles of water for the 8th grade pool party. All donations need to be brought to the school office and marked “8th grade pool party”. Donations need to be turned in to the office by Friday, June 4, 2010. Approximately 320 students will be attending the pool party. Thanks in advance for donating cases of water for the pool party!

OOMS PTO Caring Committee
We Want Your Locker ‘Left-Overs’! The PTO will be collecting unused school supplies during the week of June 1-8, 2010. Please give your child permission to donate their unused supplies as they clean out their lockers. Boxes will be placed in the locker hallways for the collection. Thank you in advance for your support.

Final Concert for 7 & 8 Bands Plus the Jazz Band
Our upcoming band concert is on Tuesday, May 25 at Orange High School. Students should wear their concert attire of the Orange MS blue music polo shirt, black pants or long skirt, and dark dress shoes. The performance order is: 7th band, 8th band, jazz band, 7th and 8th combined.

6:30 p.m. – Report to the OOHS band room for warm up
7:00 p.m. – Performance begins

Art Advisory
The art advisory program is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The art advisory program is an enrichment program for 7th and 8th grade students who show an appitutide and appreciation for art. The application is a two-part process including a questionaire and two drawings. The application process is open to any current 6th or 7th grade student at OOMS and applications are DUE THURSDAY, MAY 27th. You may pickup an application and drawing paper from Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney at OOMS. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney.

Orange MS PTO
OOMS PTO still needs volunteers for next year.

Officer positions needed: President and Vice President.
If a couple parents would like to share these responsibilities, that can be worked out as well. We would really like someone who would be willing to hold these offices for a two-year term. If you are interested, please get in touch with Korinne Gilliam at the number or email listed below.

Commitee chairs needed: Book Fair (co-chair), Directory, Entertainment Book Sale (co-chairs), Flower Bulb Sale, Honey-Baked Ham Sale, Spring Expo (co-chair).

Once the Officers and Committee Chairs are selected, we will be asking for volunteers to help the committees when needed. For more information on PTO opportunities, view the Orange MS PTO Web site at http://orangems.olentangypto.org Contact Korinne Gilliam at RoKo4@msn.com or 740.548.4159
if you are interested.

Jazz Band 2010/2011
Jazz Band auditions for students currently in 6th or 7th grade band took place on Monday and Tuesday, May 17 an 18. Auditions for students who are not currently in band will take place May 26 and 27. Jazz Band students must be able to read sheet music.

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035

6:30 p.m. – Report to the OOHS band room for warm up
7:00 p.m. – Performance begins

Art Advisory
The art advisory program is now accepting applications for the 2010-2011 school year. The art advisory program is an enrichment program for 7th and 8th grade students who show an appitutide and appreciation for art. The application is a two-part process including a questionaire and two drawings. The application process is open to any current 6th or 7th grade student at OOMS and applications are DUE THURSDAY, MAY 27th. You may pickup an application and drawing paper from Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney at OOMS . If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Lowe or Mrs. Forney.

Athletic Physicals
Physicals for athletic participation will be offered on the following dates. Students may attend the sessions at any of the high schools. The cost is $10.

Olentangy Orange High School – Wednesday, May 26, 6:00-9:00 p.m.

Jazz Band 2010/2011
Jazz Band auditions for students currently in 6th or 7th grade band took place on Monday and Tuesday, May 17 an 18. Auditions for students who are not currently in band will take place May 26 and 27. Jazz Band students must be able to read sheet music.

Moving?
If you are planning to move within or out of the district over the summer, please contact the school office for the necessary paperwork and information.

School Fees
Final fee statements were mailed on Friday, May 14. If you have not paid school fees, please do so prior to the last day of school. Final report cards in June will not be mailed to those students whose fees have not been paid. You may pay the fees through your myOlentangy account, in person, or by mail. Make checks payable to Olentangy Orange Middle School, and include your child’s name in the memo section of the check. You may send your fee payment to:

Orange Middle School
Attn: Student Fees
2680 East Orange Road
Lewis Center, Ohio 43035