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Raider Report - Upcoming week of Oct 27-31 Raider Report - Upcoming week of Oct 27-31

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Important Dates & Upcoming Events Important Dates & Upcoming Events

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  • Early Dismissal Day (12:10pm) - Monday, Oct 27
  • Red Ribbon Week - Oct 27-31
  • NJSLA-Adaptive Fall Field Test - Tuesday, Oct 28 & Wednesday, Oct 29
  • OCIS Team-building Day - Thursday, Oct. 30 (see below for details)
  • Early Dismissal Day (12:10pm) - Friday, Oct 31
  • OCIS Spirit Day - Monday, Nov 3
  • No School - Fall Recess - Nov 5-7
  • Picture Retakes - Monday, Nov 10
  • PTA General Membership Meeting @ OCIS - Wednesday, Nov 19 - 9:00am
  • PTA Color Run - Friday, Nov 21

Early Dismissal Reminders Early Dismissal Reminders

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This is a reminder that Monday, October 27th & Friday, October 31st are both early dismissal days for OCIS students!


All students will be dismissed at 12:10pm on both days.

Red Ribbon Week - Oct 27-31 Red Ribbon Week - Oct 27-31

Red Ribbon Week will be held this week (Oct 27-31). The purpose of Red Ribbon Week is to raise awareness and prevent drug abuse, alcohol, tobacco, smoking, and violence. It's the longest-running and largest drug awareness program in the United States.


Students are encouraged to participate in the daily themes outlined on the flyer below.


***Please note that Friday, Oct 31st students are permitted to wear Halloween Costumes to school. Students must follow school dress code or they will be required to change / parents will be contacted to bring a change of clothing. No masks, inflatable costumes, or weapons are permitted.***

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NJSLA - Adaptive Fall Field Testing - October 28 & 29 NJSLA - Adaptive Fall Field Testing - October 28 & 29

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This is a reminder that NJSLA-Adaptive Fall Field Testing will be taking place this week @ OCIS for all 4th - 8th Grade students.


PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING IMPORTANT REMINDERS FOR THE WEEK:

  • Students who arrive late during testing will need to complete a make-up test. Late arrivals will wait in the office until testing concludes for the day.
  • Please ensure students bring their charged Chromebook's to school each day
  • Students should bring wired (non-bluetooth) headphones to use during testing. A pair will be provided for students who do not own their own pair.
  • Have your child get a good night’s sleep the night before each test.
  • Encourage your child to eat a healthy breakfast each morning before testing.


NJSLA-Adaptive Fall Field Testing Information 2025 - Click Here


Thank you for your continued support in helping our students succeed!

Fall Teambuilding Day - Thursday, October 30th! Fall Teambuilding Day - Thursday, October 30th!

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Due to the forecast, the teambuilding day for Thursday, October 30th has been canceled. We will look for a day in the future to reschedule the activities.


Thursday (Oct. 30) we will be holding a Fall Teambuilding day for all grade levels at OCIS. Please note that this day is weather dependent, so in the event that it is raining we would need to cancel or postpone to a later date if possible.


All students should wear sneakers to school so they are prepared to participate in the fun events that are planned for our students throughout the day!

Halloween Costumes - Friday, Oct 31. Halloween Costumes - Friday, Oct 31.

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Students are permitted to wear Halloween Costumes to school on Friday, Oct. 31st. Please note that all costumes must follow school dress code / be school appropriate.


Students in a costume that does not follow the dress code will be required to change & parents/guardians will be contacted to bring a change of clothing.


No masks, inflatable costumes, or weapons are permitted.

Homework Help Club - NJHS Homework Help Club - NJHS

Looking for extra help or support with homework? Come to the NJHS homework help club. Any student attending must have a completed permission slip on file - click here to complete!


See flyer below for additional details!

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Don't Ghost Us - Be Present! Don't Ghost Us - Be Present!

Students with excellent attendance throughout the entire month (no more than one unverified absence) will be entered into a drawing to win a Wawa gift card. One winner will be selected per grade level and announced at the beginning of November. Click here for additional details and information.


Please note:

  • Unverified Absence = any absence without a doctor’s note.

  • Verified Absence (with a doctor’s note) will not count against this initiative.


Regular attendance is key to student achievement and success. We look forward to celebrating our students’ commitment to being present and engaged every day.

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Dodgeball Tournament - Registration Due Nov 4th! Dodgeball Tournament - Registration Due Nov 4th!

Please click the link below to access the OCIS Dodgeball Tournament Team Form. Please note that each student must have an individual permission slip on file in addition to the team form!


  • Team Form - Click Here
  • Individual Student Online Parent Permission Form - Click Here
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1st Marking Period Raider Fit Results. 1st Marking Period Raider Fit Results.

Congratulations to 8th grade student Paxton Brunetti on setting a new school record in the 20 meter PACER test. Paxton has now set the new school record to an incredible 120 laps! Great job Paxton!

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Congratulations to the following students for earning Gold Level Combined Fitness Scores for the 1st Marking Period!


6th Grade

Dylan D'Alfonso

Ricky Lento

Rori Schmid

Hudson Halliday


7th Grade

Aidan Smith

Ben Tolson

Leo Schaffer

Lola Ciseck

Nik Teofanov

Peter Kozoriz

Tierney Kane

Cruz Rodriguez


8th Grade

Paxton Brunetti

Juan Reyna

Gunner Juelg

Santiago Herrera

Mallie Heenan

Keira Linthicum

James Kelly

Grace Kane

Cove Chew

Colleen Geary

Alice Bickings

Keegan Ruskoski

Nick Datti

Charlotte Halliday

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CAL Unified Sports 5K - Nov 1 CAL Unified Sports 5K - Nov 1

The Ocean City School District, in collaboration with Mainland Regional, Greater Egg Harbor Regional, Egg Harbor Township, and Cape May County Special Services School Districts will be hosting their second annual Cape Atlantic League (CAL) Unified Sports 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk on Saturday, November 1, 2025. Proceeds benefit the CAL Unified Sports Program, fostering and promoting social inclusion between students with and without disabilities through shared sports experiences.


Click here to register and get more information

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OCHS Open House Information - Nov 12th OCHS Open House Information - Nov 12th

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Yearbook Orders Yearbook Orders

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Please visit this link below to order your 25-26 Yearbook!


Yearbook Order Link - Click Here

Fall Sports Information Fall Sports Information

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Fall Sports Information


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


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

OCSD Athletics Calendar - Click Here

PTA Corner PTA Corner

Join the PTA

Your membership to PTA helps provide many fun and educational activities for our students.


Please consider joining by clicking:

PTA Membership Form - CLICK HERE

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PTA Website

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

Ocean City Public Library Events Ocean City Public Library Events

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Upcoming Events

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


Upcoming Events - Click Here

Jr. Wrestling - OC Jr. Wrestling - OC

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Christmas At the Hangar Christmas At the Hangar

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Student Dress Code Reminders Student Dress Code Reminders

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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


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

Attendance Reminders - OCIS Attendance Reminders - OCIS

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.

State Attendance Requirements & Information State Attendance Requirements & Information

Regular attendance and punctuality are essential for success in school. Students should be absent from school only when it is absolutely necessary. If your child is going to be absent, parents are required to notify the school to report the absence prior to the start of the school day.


OCIS Attendance Guidelines / Types of Absences

  • An Excused Absence per the state of New Jersey is a student’s absence from school for a full day or a portion of a day for the observance of a religious holiday pursuant to N.J.S.A. 18A:36-14 through 16, Take Your Child to Work Day, Veteran’s Day or any other absence determined to be excused by the New Jersey Department of Education


  • An Unexcused Absence per the Ocean City School District that does not count towards truancy (however, is still considered an official absence by the state of New Jersey) occurs under the following conditions:
    • Illness, supported by doctor's letter
    • Family illness or death, supported by parent / doctor letter
    • Student’s required attendance in court; supported by written documentation.
    • Necessary, unavoidable medical or dental appointments that cannot be scheduled at a time other than the school day; supported by written documentation.


All other absences are considered unexcused and will count towards truancy.


What happens if my child reaches a high number of absences that count towards truancy?


  • Letters are sent home to parents if their child reaches 4, 7, 10, 15, or 20 days of absences that count towards truancy.
  • Guidance, Administration, and School Nurses will be in communication to assist and develop the appropriate plan to assist your child and their attendance in school.
  • Please communicate with Mrs. Uhrich (Guidance) or Mr. Engle (Principal) if there are ongoing concerns regarding attendance so we can approach in a proactive manner.

Additional Reminders Additional Reminders

  • 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.
  • To view the OCIS Morning Announcements, please visit our Morning Announcement Page
  • The Ocean City Intermediate School Website is a great resource for information as well!
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