OMS Family Newsletter

"So proud of our 8th-grade WEB leaders for teaching 6th graders all about gratitude! 🌳 Students added what they’re thankful for to our Gratitude Tree. What are you grateful for today? #GratitudeTree #WEBLeaders #OMSWILDCATS"

Our very own OHS SCS (Students Connecting Students) returned to the middle school to help students connect with each other and build strong relationships. This partnership helps support our Bully Prevention program utilized in advisory called OLWEUS. The Olweus Program is a comprehensive, schoolwide initiative proven to reduce bullying and improve peer relationships in K-12 schools. By creating a safer, more positive environment, it has helped thousands of schools worldwide foster better social climates and decrease antisocial behaviors.

Sunday, November 30, 2025, is Wildcat Remembrance Day. We recognize that healing is a long and complex journey, and the well-being of our school community remains a core focus. We encourage you to spend this day in whatever way feels appropriate for your family.

Again this year, as a community, we plan to come together in two meaningful ways:

Moment of Silence at 12:51 p.m.
Wherever you are, we invite you to join us in a moment of silence.

Lighting of Luminaries at 7 p.m.
We invite the community to light luminaries as a symbol of love and remembrance. Luminaries were available for students and staff at their schools, or families may use any light to take part in this shared moment.

Please note that Oxford High School and its parking areas will remain closed that day.

As always, please reach out to your child’s teacher, principal, or a family-school liaison if you or your child need support.

Our Lost and Found is bursting at the seams! Remind your child to check the Lost and Found during lunch!

Wakeup Wednesday Details:

When: Delayed start Wednesdays, from 8:45 to 9:45 AM

December 3, 10, 17

January 7, 28

February 4, 25

March 4, 11, 18

April 8, 15, 22

May 6, 13, 27

Where: Oxford Middle School commons, students enter through the main office doors

This is a great chance for your student to stay on track academically while fostering positive relationships in a supportive environment. If you’d like your child to participate, please complete the attached form.

Link to registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfOTMBubQIU_oWEuB81iIaVSzLBeSn2K-UQf5ly391Lv_o_mQ/viewform?usp=sharing

Thank you for your support- we look forward to seeing your student at Wakeup Wednesday!

You may begin dropping off your children at 6:55 am and they can wait inside by the Commons until entering the hallways at 7:10 am.

In order to have an efficient flow, we are counting on you to follow all parking lot procedures! We also encourage you to utilize our amazing school bus service which will reduce the congestion & wait time in the parking lot.

Parking Lot Procedures:

• The arrows indicate the directional flow of traffic during student drop-off.

• Blue arrows indicate the drop-off zone for students.

• When you pull into the blue arrow drop-off zone, please pull as far ahead as possible before having your student exit the vehicle.

• *Do not pull up to the main building walkway and stop if there is space ahead*

• If you elect to walk your student(s) to the building entrance, please park in an empty space and walk your student to the sidewalk. You will need to re-enter the traffic flow in the yellow arrow section.

• Only buses are permitted to drop off by the front office area.

Please find the OMS schedules listed below. They are also accessible on our website.

https://www.oxfordschools.org/documents/calendars-(printable)/oxford-middle-school-calendars-(printable)/774306

If cell phones remain powered on, they must be on silent and out of sight

The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, height, weight, familial status, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment and retaliation, in any education program or activity that it operates, including in admission and employment.

Inquiries about unlawful discrimination, including unlawful harassment and retaliation, may be referred to the District’s applicable Coordinator and/or an agency with jurisdiction, such as the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, the Michigan Department of Civil Rights, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, or the Department of Justice. To report information about conduct that may constitute unlawful discrimination, including unlawful harassment and retaliation, or make a complaint of such conduct, please contact Mrs. Ryan Reid, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, 775 W. Drahner Rd, Oxford, MI 48371 - (248) 969-5004 - Ryan.Reid@oxfordschools.org.