NORTH OLMSTED MIDDLE SCHOOL
Family Newsletter
August 7th, 2026
Mr. Busold's Message
Greetings NOMS Family,
We are excited to welcome you back to school and hope you had the opportunity to enjoy some time with your family and friends this summer, while also finding time for some rest and relaxation. We still have a couple of weeks before the first day of school, however there are some activities that have already started and some that will begin next week. Please know that this newsletter will serve as the information hub for NOMS throughout the school year. We will send out a newsletter every two weeks on Sundays and will also send a text message that will remind you that this email was sent to you.
Our hope is to reach every single family, ensuring the information shared is going to everyone. If you hear of a family that is not receiving this newsletter, please encourage them to call the main office at 440-588-5703 for instructions to get them signed up.
Please take a look at the activities and information below regarding some beginning of the year topics.
As always, please feel free to reach out to us if you have questions.
- Mr. Ferrando - Assistant Principal 8th Grade and 6th Grade last names A-K
- David.Ferrando@nolmsted.org
- 440.588.5704
- Mr. Harrell - Assistant Principal 7th Grade and 6th Grade last names L-Z
- Daniel.Harrell@nolmsted.org
- 440.588.5717
- Mr. Busold - Building Principal
- Bryan.Busold@nolmsted.org
- 440.588.5702
"Be the Best YOU You Can Be, as We RISE Together!
List of Important Dates
August
Thursday, 8/13: 6th Grade Student Only Orientation - 8:30am - 11:15am
Tuesday, 8/18: Middle School Open House - 6pm - 7:30pm
Thursday, 8/20: First Day of School - 7:05am - 2:15pm
September
Thursday, 9/10: Picture Day - during Advisory periods
Thursday, 9/24: Uno and Ice Cream 6th Grade WEB event - 2:20pm - 3pm
6th Grade Orientation
Thursday, August 13th 8:30am - 11:15am
Middle School Open House
Mark your calendars! Tuesday, August 18th will be our NOMS Open House from 6pm - 7:30pm. Feel free to stop in, walk your schedule, and meet your teachers! No appointments are needed for this event and there is no need to bring your school supplies at this time. See you then!
School Supplies
Classroom Supplies
Updates for the 2026 - 2027 School year
Backpacks / Drawstring Bags
Locks have increased in price
All incoming 6th grade and all new to North Olmsted 7th and 8th grade students will receive their own lock on the first day of school that they are to use on their locker throughout the school year. Any returning 7th or 8th grade students who are in need of a new lock may purchase one for $8. Please note that the cost of our locks has increased since last year.
Student Schedules
Student schedules will be available in PowerSchool starting Wednesday, August 12th. This information will only be available to those who have updated their parent portal and completed their back to school forms.
PTA News and Notes
Meeting Dates
Sign-up here to join our PTA today!
PTA Activities
Please check back for any upcoming PTA events!
Office Contact Information
Should you find yourself with any questions throughout our school year, please feel free to contact our offices for assistance.
Julie Fraley - Guidance Secretary
440.588.5709
Molly Kelly - Attendance Secretary
440.588.5701
Kim Ocepek - Administrative Assistant
440.588.5703
Counselor's Corner
Welcome back eagles! We trust you all had a nice relaxing summer and are ready for this coming school year. Student schedules and teacher assignments will be available in PowerSchool starting August 12th. This information will only be available to those who have updated their parent portal and completed their back to school forms.
As a reminder, feel free to reach out to us with any needs you may have.
Jason Gerrick - School Counselor - last names (A-K)
440.588.5707
Elaine Gradisher - School Counselor - last name (L-Z)
440.588.5706
Jennifer Fazio - School Psychologist
440.588.5705
NOMS Athletics
Games, Matches, and Meets
Thank you to everyone for a great school year! Keep in mind that your athlete must have an updated physical on file to participate in any sports for next school year.
Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions you may have!
Jen Kuharik - Middle School Athletic Director
440.588.5712
More information can be found on our Athletic Website by clicking the link below
https://northolmstedathletics.org/
OHSAA Physical form
https://sportshub2-uploads.vnn-prod.zone/files/sites/286/2025/02/04132114/2024-25PPEEnglish.pdf
Need more information? Scan the QR Codes or click on the Links below!
As always, feel free to reach out with any questions you may have.
Bryan J Busold
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and a host of topics.