OCIS Digital Backpack
Raider Report - Upcoming week of Nov 10-14
Important Dates & Upcoming Events
- Picture Retakes - Monday, Nov 10
- End of 1st Marking Period - Tuesday, Nov 11
- OCHS Open House (see below) - Wednesday, Nov 12
- PTA General Membership Meeting @ OCIS - Wednesday, Nov 19 - 9:00am
- OCIS Dodgeball Tournament (see below) - Thursday, November 20
- PTA Color Run - Friday, Nov 21
- Early Dismissal Day (12:10pm) - Wednesday, Nov 26
- No School - Thursday, Nov 27 & Friday, Nov 28
Picture Re-Takes & Make-Ups - Monday, November 10th
Picture retake and make-up day for OCIS students will be held on Monday, November 10th. Any student who did not have their picture taken earlier this school year or would like to have their picture retaken will have the opportunity to do so on Monday morning.
Please note that this year we are using a different company than previous years. Picture packets and order forms will not be needed prior to picture day. For additional details and information, please see the flyer link here (click here).
Start of 1st Marking Period - Wednesday, November 12
This is a reminder that the second marking period begins on Wednesday, November 12!
- Please note that with the change of marking periods students will have a new specials class. There have been several adjustments in specials classes since the release of schedules at the start of the school year - Students should check their schedules in PowerSchool so they are aware of their schedule for the 2nd Marking Period.
- Report cards will be released later once all grades are finalized. An email will be sent to all Parents / Guardians notifying them when they are available in PowerSchool.
Holiday Assistance Sign-Up - DUE FRIDAY, NOV 14!
During this time of year, the Ocean City School District provides extra support to our school families in need. The Primary & Intermediate Schools are teaming together to assist this holiday season.
If your family is need of assistance this Holiday season, please complete click the link below to complete our Holiday Assistance survey by Friday, November 14th. This survey is confidential and will only be shared with the Holiday Assistance Committee.
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!
Turkey Takeover! Student Council Fundraiser
As we prepare for Thanksgiving Break, we’re adding a little school spirit to the season! On Wednesday, November 26th, one staff member will be chosen as our “Turkey for the Day” and have the honor of dressing the part.
Students will have the chance to vote during lunch from November 17–25 by placing money into the jar of the staff member they’d like to see earn the title. The staff member with the most contributions at the end of the week will be our winner.
This is a fun way to build excitement before the holiday while also supporting our school community. We can’t wait to see who earns the honor!
Activities & Clubs
Chorus
Yearbook Club
Yearbook Club will meet on Wednesday, November 12th after school in Ms. Weaver's room
Dodgeball Tournament - Thursday, Nov 20
Registration forms were due Tuesday, November 4th. Please see below for times and details for this year's tournament.
OCPTA Color Run Fundraiser - Friday, November 21
It’s almost time! Starting Wednesday, November 12th - you can register your student for our PTA Ocean City Intermediate School Color Run! Our goal is to raise $15,000 for field trips, busing, teacher appreciation, and student scholarships. Signing up is easy and comes with a fun prize for your student!
⭐️ Enter to win our first prize giveaway! ⭐️
Start getting entries to be our first giveaway prize winner for a Family Game Night pack! Earn entries by...
Signing up on MyBooster.com
Sharing with friends and family
Start getting donations!
Thank you for being a part of our Ocean City Intermediate community and helping us make a difference for our students. We are grateful for your support!
Follow our social pages for fun progress updates in the coming weeks!
Key Dates to Remember:
🎉 Fundraiser Kickoff in school – 11/12/2025
👟 Event Day – 10/21/2025
*Need help signing up? View video instructions.
OCPTA Bowling & Movie Events
OCHS Open House Information - Nov 12th
Current 8th graders an their families can get all their high school questions answered during the OCHS Open House this Wednesday, November 12th.
- 5:30-6:00pm - School Choice Presentation
- 6:00-7:30pm - Open House for all prospective freshmen
See flyer below for additional details / information.
Yearbook Orders
Winter Sports Information
It's time for Winter OCIS Sports sign- ups - Please see the important information below outlining the process to register students in PowerSchool.
OCIS Winter Sports are as follows :
Basketball (boys)
Basketball (girls)
Cheer
Wrestling
Please note our sports registration process (instructions below):
Registration will be completed in your PowerSchool parent account, be sure to have your username and password set up. For PowerSchool account information, please contact IT at the high school .
Important :PowerSchool works best with Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox, but you can try other browsers.
Instructions for Parents to sign your child up for Winter Sports :
Visit ocsdnj.powerschool.com (PowerSchool App is the preferred method)
Sign in with your parent username and password.
Select the student’s name for whom you are registering.
Click on Forms
If using a browser, find in menu options, on the left
If using PS App, find in …More, then Forms
Once in Forms find Athletics
Then fill out the following for EACH student participating in ANY sport:
Athletics 1: Registration Form
Download the blank Physical Evaluation Form to bring to doctor’s office.
Athletics 2: Waivers and Acknowledgements (PLEASE NOTE: your student needs to login to their own PS account also and complete the student questions section ! You cannot complete it from the parent account!)
Athletics 3: Physical Upload and Verification for Participation
Upload your students completed physical.
All physical examinations must have taken place within 365 days of the start date.
Have your student check with Nurse Cantwell if you are unsure of your student's last Physical exam.
Nurse Cantwell email is : ccantwell@ocsdnj.org
Information regarding try-outs and seasons start dates will released the week of November 10th, after NJEA teacher Convention,
GO RED RAIDERS ! 🏀 📣🏐
Please visit the OCSD athletics calendar for up-to-date information on games and events taking place throughout the upcoming weeks!
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 Website
Please remember to visit the Ocean City PTA website to view the many events / activities / and additional information from our amazing PTA!
Ocean City Public Library Events
Upcoming Events
For a calendar containing all upcoming events at the library, please click the link below:
Jr. Wrestling - OC
Christmas At the Hangar
Student Dress Code Reminders
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
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.
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
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
- 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!