OLHMS Update (5/26/26)
Mustang Families,
Welcome back! We hope your Memorial Day weekend was filled with relaxation, laughter, and quality time with family and friends. As we return, we are excited to begin the final two weeks of an incredible school year, and what a finish we have in store!
Our Mustangs continue to Level Up in every way imaginable. Last week was filled with memorable experiences as our 6th and 7th grade scholars enjoyed their end-of-year trips, creating lasting memories with classmates and staff. We also celebrated one of our outstanding 8th grade scholars who was recognized as the Superintendent of the Week. An wonderful honor that reflects the excellence, leadership, and character of our students. Congratulations to Muntaha on this well-deserved recognition!
As we look ahead to this shorter, but action-packed week, the excitement continues to build. We are thrilled to celebrate our SELECT 123 Scholars, whose leadership, service, and commitment to excellence embody what it means to be a Mustang. Congratulations to each of the 44 applicants and the final 23 remarkable scholars and their families on this outstanding achievement!
This week also brings several special events for our Class of 2026, their highly anticipated class trip and the 8th Grade Dance. We will also be hosting our celebratory breakfasts for our music department and 6th and 7th grades. These traditions mark important milestones as our students prepare to close one chapter and begin another.
The finish line is officially in sight, but there is still plenty of learning, celebrating, and memory-making ahead. Thank you for your continued partnership and support throughout the year. Together, we have watched our students grow academically, socially, and emotionally, and we couldn't be more proud of all they have accomplished.
Let's make these final days unforgettable as we continue to Level Up together and celebrate an amazing school year!
Graduation Fees are PAST DUE: The online system is now closed! If you missed the online deadline, cash and check payments can still be made in the office, also bring the signed permission slip!
SELECT 123: In partnership with our D123 Ed Foundation, congratulations to this year's prestigious group of scholars!
Asha L., Christina F., Emma A., Howard H., Jimena G., John Mc., Katherine C., Kennedy K., Lukas K., Matthew N., Maya A., Nathan L., Nathaniel R., Nora S., Olivia, K., Quentin K., Rahma E., Riley C., Roman C., Samantha G., Teagan G., Vaidehi P., Vivienne G.
Dates:
May 28, 2026: 8th-Grade Trip
May 29, 2026: 8th-Grade Dance
June 2, 2026: SELECT 123 Breakfast(7:30am) & 8th-Grade Awards(9:00am)
June 2, 2026: Elementary Grad Walk(2:00pm)
June 3, 2026: 8th Grade Commencement Ceremony (7:00pm)
Class of 2026: The LINK is the updated letter with the reminder expectations, future dates, and now graduation fees.
As we enjoy the warmer weather, we want to take a moment to remind everyone of our middle school dress expectations. While we are excited to see students taking advantage of the sunshine, it is important that clothing choices remain appropriate for the school setting.
We appreciate your support in reinforcing our uniform dress standards with your child. As outlined in District 123 policy, “Clothing with holes, rips, tears, and clothing that is otherwise poorly fitting, showing skin and or undergarments may not be worn at school.”
Thank you for partnering with us to ensure a positive, respectful, and focused learning environment for all students as we head into the final stretch of the school year!
We have seen an increase of gel toys like Needoh and Tech Decks coming to school and distracting the learning environment. These have also caused large messes around the building as they are breaking. We are reevaluating school issued fidgets and students with individual plans will be maintained.
We have noticed an uptick in student cell phone and smart watch usage during school hours. As a reminder, we do have very simple cell phone policy. All scholars should be turning cell phones off and leaving them locked in their lockers during the day. Smart watches will be treated the same if students are using these devices to do anything other than check the time. We have also noticed student wearing headphones, these should also be left in lockers. Students needing headphones for school use should have wired headphones.
Student are given a warning on the first offense with documentation in skyward. Students will receive consequences for subsequent violations.
Our main entrance vestibule will serve as the visitor reception and waiting area. Guests will continue to be warmly welcomed, greeted by the staff member hosting them, and escorted to their meeting location. This update is part of our continued effort to strengthen safety and streamline visitor check-in procedures.
As we continue partnering with our local safety agencies, we remain committed to refining our practices and keeping safety at the heart of all we do. Ensuring a secure environment for our students, staff, and families is always our top priority.
To support this shared goal:
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Please bring a valid driver’s license or photo ID when picking up a student during the school day.
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For everyone’s safety, visitors may not leave the main office without a staff escort.
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All students, staff, and guests are expected to wear their designated ID badges while on campus.
Thank you for your continued partnership in keeping our Mustang community safe, connected, and thriving.
All parents/ guardians/ staff & students are highly encouraged to join the PTSA and attend meetings. This is an incredible opportunity, partnership and fun way to support our scholar’s experience at the middle school!
If you are interested in supporting our school in a different capacity please reach out to our PTSA! Maybe you do not have the time to donate, but your contributions can still be made through your membership!
2026–2027 OLHMS PTSA Board:
President, Amana Stone
Vice President, Kristen Moffitt
Secretary, Denise Masse
Treasurer, Corey Chavosky
Membership(Click Here) is $7.00 per student and $10.00 per adult
PTSA Meetings are at 6:00pm monthly
- Reach out to Delecta Harris, our current PTSA President for more information (olhmsd123ptsa@gmail.com)
- PTSA Facebook
5/26/26: Beginning Band Breakfast/Chorus Breakfast 7:30 AM
5/27/26: OLHMS Band Breakfast 7:30 AM
5/28/26: 8th-Grade Trip, 7th-Grade Awards Breakfast/Incentive 7:30 AM
5/29/26: 8th-Grade Dance, 6th-Grade Awards Breakfast/Incentive 7:30 AM
6/2/26: SELECT 123 Breakfast 7:30 AM, 8th-Grade Award Ceremony 9:00 AM, Graduation Walks 2:00 PM
6/3/26: Graduation 7:00 PM
6/4/26: Tri 3 Celebration
6/5/26: Last day- Half day!
