OCIS Digital Backpack

• Go Green for Mental Health Awareness (see below) - Wednesday, May 21
• Board of Education Meeting - Thursday, May 22 - 7:00pm @ OCHS
• No School - Friday, May 23 & Monday, May 26
• 6th-8th Grade Bon Voyage Dance - Friday, June 6 - 7:00pm
• Early Dismissal Days - Thursday, June 12 - Wednesday, June 18 - 12:10pm
• 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony - Tuesday, June 17 - 4:00pm
• Last Day of School for Students - Wednesday, June 18

This is a reminder that there is no school for all OCSD students on Friday, May 23rd & Monday, May 26th. Enjoy the upcoming Memorial Day weekend!

As we enter warmer weather in the upcoming weeks, parents & guardians are asked to review the student dress code with their child.

At OCIS , we encourage students to express their individuality and personal style. At the same time, we ask that all clothing choices reflect the standards of a respectful and focused learning environment. Appropriate school attire helps us maintain a positive atmosphere where all students feel comfortable and ready to learn. Thank you for your continued support in upholding these expectations.

OCSD STUDENT DRESS CODE - Click Here to View

Footwear Reminder for Outdoor Activities and Field Trips
With warmer weather approaching and a number of outdoor activities and field trips planned, please ensure that your child wears appropriate footwear for these events. While Crocs, slides, and flip-flops may be comfortable, they can pose safety concerns during physical activity or extended periods of walking. Proper footwear helps us keep students safe and comfortable during these various events. Thank you for your attention to this important matter and for helping us prevent avoidable injuries.

Students are also reminded that cell phones (including wireless headphones) must be turned off and placed in student lockers or bookbags throughout the day.

Congratulations to the following OCIS students for being selected as our April Students of the Month. These students were nominated by their teachers for demonstrating the month's character trait of Perseverance! Keep up the great work - we're proud of you!

This month we also are highlighting one of our hard working & dedicated staff members, Mrs. Kirey, as our April Staff Member of the Month!

Ocean City Intermediate School is excited to once again offer our free Jump Start Summer Program for incoming 5th through 8th grade students! This summer program focuses on building readiness in Math and Language Arts for the upcoming school year.

Please click the link below to view program details and complete the registration form for any student interested in participating.

Jump Start Information & Permission Slip - Click Here

Permission slips are due by Friday, June 13th. If you have any questions about this summer program, please reach out to the OCIS main office at 609-399-5611.

Join us in recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month by wearing green on Wednesday, May 21, 2025. This simple act is a powerful way to support mental health, raise awareness, and show that our school community cares.

💚 Why It Matters: Wearing green helps spark meaningful conversations about mental well-being and reminds us that it's okay to talk about mental health. It reduces stigma, encourages support, and brings our community together.

💚 You Are Not Alone: When we all take part, we send a strong message of unity and compassion. Let’s stand together to create a school environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.

💚 Be a Part of the Change: By wearing green, you're helping to build a positive and inclusive culture where mental health is valued—and every voice matters.

Let’s go green together on May 21! ( see flyer below)

The 6th-8th Grade Bon Voyage Dance will be held on Friday, June 6th from 7:00-8:30pm in the OCIS cafeteria. Students must have a completed permission slip (linked below) completed to attend.

Please click the link below to complete a permission slip for your child if they plan on attending.

Bon Voyage Dance Permission Slip - Click Here

The Ocean City Gardens Civic Association and OCPD are hosting their annual Bike Safety T-shirt Contest for the upcoming 4th of July Bike Parade. The winner receives a $50 check and will lead this year's bike parade. Please see the flyer below for more details / information.

All submissions are due by Monday June 2nd.

As we get closer to the end of the school year, we have many 8th grade events and activities to look forward.

Please click here for a complete list of activities and events leading up to the end of the year.

The Ocean City PTA is proud to offer two $150 scholarships to graduating 8th Grade Students from Ocean City Intermediate School. Dale Braun was an active board member of OCPTA for many years and was dedicated in his service to the students in the district.

Please click here to access the application - deadline to apply is Wednesday, June 4th!

Please click the link below to view detailed information for the 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony which is scheduled for Tuesday, June 17, 2025 @ 4:00pm.

OCIS 8th Grade Promotion Ceremony Information - Click Here

8th Grade students who are planning on participating in a sport next year at OCHS - please see the flyer below for registration information.

Visit the link by clicking here for additional details.

Spring Sports are now underway! Please visit the OCSD athletics calendar for up-to-date information on games and events taking place throughout the upcoming weeks!

For District Sporting Events & Schedules, please click the link below:

OCSD Athletics Calendar - Click Here

The OCIS class of 2025 Sun and Fun Day (field day) is quickly approaching. This is a fun day for the 8th grade students to celebrate the end of their OCIS journey with their classmates. Please see below for you how can help make this a memorable day for our 8th graders before they depart for OCHS!

Please remember to visit the Ocean City PTA website to view the many events / activities / and additional information from our amazing PTA!

OCPTA Website - Click Here

For a calendar containing all May events at the library, please click the link below:

May Events - Click Here

Please visit this link below to order your 24-25 Yearbook!

Yearbook Order Link - Click Here

To report a student absence:

• Email: OCISattendance@ocsdnj.org
• Please state student's name, grade, homeroom teacher, and reason for the absence

Please note that an email or parent note does not excuse your child from school. For the absence to be coded as an absence not counting towards truancy (verified), a doctor's note or other proper documentation as outlined in the district attendance policy must be submitted to the main office when your child returns to school.

Please Review the School District Attendance Policy by clicking here for additional information on state requirements regarding absences and student attendance.

Tardy / Late To School

Students receive two free unexcused lates per marking period (arriving after 7:45am). Any additional unexcused late arrivals will result in a detention being issued as outlined in the OCIS student code of conduct. Students arriving with a doctors note will be marked as an excused late arrival.

• Please continue to check your PowerSchool Parent Portal regularly to stay updated on your child's grades, attendance, and more.
• If you do not already follow our OCIS Facebook page, we encourage you to follow for posts & news throughout the year.
• The Ocean City Intermediate School Website is a great resource for information as well!