Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we reflect on December and look ahead to January, I want to take a moment to share our gratitude and excitement for what’s to come.
Thank You for a Wonderful Winter Arts Night!
A huge thank you to all the families who attended our Winter Arts Night and stopped by our first Book Fair of the year with Mrs. St.Jean! It was a wonderful evening, showcasing the incredible talents of our students. Special recognition goes to Mr. Wade Johnston, our incredibly talented music teacher, and the students who performed beautifully in band and chorus. We’d also like to thank Mrs. Williams for the stunning artwork displayed throughout our school—it’s inspiring to see the creativity of our students celebrated so prominently!
Winter Sports Update
Basketball season is off to an exciting start! Our girls’ team is currently undefeated—go Raiders! We’re proud of all our athletes who continue to represent OHMS with pride and teamwork. Let’s keep cheering them on as they showcase their skills this season!
Looking Ahead to January
As we return from the holiday break, here are some important updates and dates to keep in mind:
- Semester Two Begins: January 21, 2025
- Winter NWEA Testing: The second administration of these assessments occurs in the winter. Our schedule for winter assessments at Oak Hill Middle School is as follows:
- 8th
- Tuesday, Jan. 14th
- Thursday, Jan. 16th
- 7th
- Tuesday Jan. 7th
- Thursday Jan. 9th
- 6th
- Tuesday, Jan. 28th
- Thursday, Jan. 30th
- 5th
- Monday, Jan.27th
- Thursday, Jan.30th
- Student Council Events: Stay tuned for announcements about exciting activities planned by our Student Council in January.
- To keep you informed, check out the OHMS Important Event Document for details about upcoming events here at OHMS.
Winter Reminders
As temperatures drop, please remind students to dress warmly with layers and appropriate footwear to ensure they can enjoy their outdoor breaks comfortably. Additionally, students should not be dropped off before 7:00 AM, as staff are not available to open doors until then.
Weather-Related Schedules
With winter weather upon us, please review our remote and two-hour delay schedules, which are included below for your reference.
We also encourage your involvement, whether through volunteering, chaperoning, or joining your student for lunch. If you’re interested, please complete a volunteer packet. You can find more information here: Volunteer Information.
As always, we are grateful for your ongoing support and commitment to creating a positive environment here at OHMS. The growth we’ve seen in our Raiders so far this year is remarkable, and we are eager to see what the rest of the new year will bring.
We hope you had a restful holiday break and look forward to continuing this journey together.
Sincerely,
MaKayla Stevens
Principal, Oak Hill Middle School
