The OMS Community Newsletter

This month's lobby bulletin board was decorated by the ELA Department.

April is National Poetry Month.

Dear OMS Parents and Families,

As we approach April vacation, we want to wish you and your family a safe and enjoyable break! It’s a wonderful time for students to relax and spend quality time with loved ones. We kindly ask that students limit their use of School-issued Chromebooks during the break, unless they need to catch up on assignments or make up work. This is a great opportunity for them to take a step back from screens and enjoy some time away from their devices.

Below are links to programming and activities that are available to students and their families during April Vacation so you can plan ahead.

Stoughton Youth Football Clinic

• This is a free two-day clinic during April break (April 24th and 25th). SHS Varsity Head Coach Chris Evans, his staff, and current/returning varsity players will be hosting the clinic. Sign up here: https://students.arbitersports.com/programs/2025-black-knights-youth-football-clinic

Stoughton Public Library Programs for Teens & Middle School Students

• Teen Space Tuesday 4/22/25 & Wednesday 4/23/25 9:30-12:30PM

• Teen Space has both video and board games to play, computers, and more! Gaming systems include Nintendo Switch, Wii, PS4

• Creator’s Corner Crafts - Tuesday, 4/22/25 at 2:30- 4:30PM

• Are you a painter? Do you love to create jewelry or draw? Is making something via crochet or knitting more your interest? Interested in making something for our social media with graphic design? Origami or paper circuits? Sign up in advance & let us know the craft you want to make via teenprograms@stoughton.ocln.org ; and your pick could be featured at this event! You can also bring whatever project you are working on and hang out with friends.

• SRT Teen Painting Party w/Wanita Wednesday 4/23/25 from 2:30-4:30PM

• Teen Pizza and Gaming Thursday 4/24/25 from 11:00AM- 12:30PM

• Teen Space Thursday 4/24/25 2:30-4:45 PM

• Teen Space has both video and board games to play, computers, and more! Gaming systems include Nintendo Switch, Wii, PS4.

• Teen Space Friday 4/24/25 2:30-4:30PM

• Teen Space has both video and board games to play, computers, and more! Gaming systems include Nintendo Switch, Wii, PS4.

Family Programming in Massachusetts during April Vacation Week

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation & Recreation offers a variety of free, family-friendly programs during April School Vacation Week (April 19–27, 2025), including guided hikes, nature crafts, educational activities, and historical tours across state parks. These events are designed for all ages and are organized by region, providing opportunities for families to explore the outdoors and learn together.

Thank you for your continued support, and we hope everyone has a wonderful vacation!

Best wishes,

OMS Administration

• April 21 - 25 - No School, April Break
• April 30 - SHS & OMS Health & Wellness Fair
• May 6 - Math MCAS Session 1 (all grades)
• May 7 - Math MCAS Session 2 (all grades)
• May 13 - Science, Technology, Engineering MCAS (Grade 8 only)
• May 28 - Civics MCAS (Grade 8 only)
• Day before the last day of school - Grade 8 Class Day (Promotion Ceremony & Dance)

Grade 8 Class Day

• What is it? Grade 8 Class Day is a day to celebrate our 8th graders completion of middle school. Grade 8 students have fun activities in the morning. Families are invited to join us for a Promotion Ceremony where we celebrate students' completion of middle school. Each student is allowed two guests for this ceremony. Later at night, students have a Grade 8 Dance. More information and details about Class Day will be emailed home to Grade 8 families in the Spring.
• When is it? Our Grade 8 Class Day takes place the day before the last day of school. Currently, the last day of school is scheduled for June 17th which means Class Day would fall on June 16th. If we end up having snow days or the last day of school is moved this year, Class Day will be moved to whatever day falls before the last day of school. The Promotion Ceremony takes place at noon.

OMS students are invited to come to the Health & Wellness Fair on Wednesday, April 30th! There will be informational booths, games, comfort dogs, and more!

When students arrive at SHS, they need to check-in at OMS table. Middle schoolers should enter SHS by the entrance next to the access road where the buses line up and where the food trucks will be.

OMS and SHS students will receive a passport and they can earn stamps as they participate in the different booths, workshops, and activities!

OMS Incentives (Students must turn in their passport to earn the incentives)

• 1 positive recognition card for attending the fair
• 10 stations = 1 attendance buy back* or 2 tardies buy back*
• 15 stations = 2 attendance buy back or 4 tardies buy back
• 30 stations = 3 attendance buy back or 6 tardies buy back
• 2 workshops = 1 attendance buy back or 2 tardies buy back
• 3 workshops = 2 attendance buy back or 3 tardies buy back

*Buy backs are where students can earn credit back. Attendance buy back can change an unexcused absence to an attendance buy-back. Tardy buy backs can change unexcused tardies to tardy buy backs. If a student has many tardies, the tardy buy-backs can give them credit back so they don't have to attend the May Knights on Time Tardy program after school on early release.

LAST CALL!!! Yearbook orders are due by April 28, 2025!

Student Council has planned a Spirit Week for next week (4/14 - 4/18)! Students showed their school spirit by dressing up for each day's theme!

Students in grades 3-8 are invited to participate in the Stoughton Youth Football Clinic! Students will work on skills, compete, learn the game of football, and have fun! This is a free two-day clinic during April break (April 24th and 25th). SHS Varsity Head Coach Chris Evans, his staff, and current/returning varsity players will be hosting the clinic.

In order to participate, you must register through the QR code below.

Manía Musical is an exciting music competition held in Mrs. Boyrazian's Spanish class, inspired by the famous basketball tournament. Over several weeks, students voted for their favorite Spanish songs in head-to-head matchups. We are proud to announce that the winner of our class, and the national winner, is "Candela" by Nico Santos and Álvaro Soler! This engaging activity not only promotes a love for Hispanic music but also enhances our students' language learning experience.

As part of our school's PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports) program, five students on each team are recognized as Students of the Month for demonstrating traits of readiness, responsibility, and respect. Each winner receives a certificate and a golden ticket (worth 5 tickets) which they can redeem for a prize on Ticket Tuesdays.

Congratulations to all of our March Students of the Month!

If you’d like professional support, Care Solace is available to help connect you or your loved ones to mental health services. This is a complimentary, confidential service provided by Stoughton Public Schools.

Access Support:

• Call: 888-515-0595 (Multilingual support 24/7/365)
• Visit: www.caresolace.com/stoughtonschools Search for a provider or click “Book Appointment” for assistance via video chat, phone, or email.

Please see the below information for camp this summer.

Please see below for programs running at the Stoughton Library.

Here is some important information about our school. Please visit the OMS website for more information, including the most up-to-date school calendar.

Website: oms.stoughtonschools.org
Location: 211 Cushing Street, Stoughton, MA, USA
Phone: 781-344-7002
Facebook: facebook.com/stoughtonpublicschools

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