OCIS Digital Backpack

• NJSLA Science Testing (5th & 8th Grades Only) - Tuesday, May 13-Wednesday, May 14
• NJHS Induction Ceremony - Wednesday, May 14 - 6:30pm @ OCIS
• Early Dismissal Day - Friday, May 16 - 12:10pm
• Board of Education Meeting - Thursday, May 22 - 7:00pm @ OCHS
• No School - Friday, May 23 & Monday, May 26

This is a reminder that state Science testing will be taking place this week @ OCIS for 5th & 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 Dates & Testing Information - 2025 - Click Here

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

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.

NJHS is hosting a food drive from May 5th - May 16th. This food drive is being coordinated by the National Honor Society at the high school and is a battle between OCIS and Tighe Middle School in Margate.

Please see the attached flyers for more information. All items collected will go to the Ocean City Community Cupboard. The middle school with the most items collected will get "bragging rights".

Items should be turned in to your child's homeroom.

Congratulations to the following RaiderFit Challenge Top Performers for the month of May.

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)

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.

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.

ALL 7th and 8th grade National Junior Honor Society members will be meeting after school on Monday, May 12th to practice for Induction. Meet in the cafeteria by 2:30pm.

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!

Due to testing in the schools the next OCPTA General Membership Meeting scheduled for May 6 has been cancelled. We hope to see everyone at our next meeting June 10, at 12:30 p.m. in the Intermediate School.

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.

As we enter the spring months and warmer weather is ahead, parents & guardians are asked to review the student dress code with their child. Please review our school's dress code policy below. Thank you for your support in adhering to these guidelines.

STUDENT DRESS CODE

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

• 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!